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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
Not plugged in.
Freezer does not
The circuit breaker was tripped or a fuse blown.
operate.
The freezer thermostat is set at OFF.
Room temperature is hotter than normal.
A large amount of food has been added to the
freezer.
The door is opened too often.
The door is not closed completely.
Compressor turns on
The temperature control is not set correctly.
and off frequently.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
The freezer does not have the correct
clearances.
The freezer has recently been disconnected for
a period of time. Four hours are required for
the freezer to cool down completely.
Temperature control is set too warm. Turn the
control to a cooler setting and allow several
hours for the temperature to stabilize.
The door is kept open too long or is opened too
frequently. Warm air enters the freezer every
time the door is opened. Open the door less
often.
Temperature inside the
The door is not closed completely.
freezer is too warm.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
A large amount of warm or hot food may have
been stored recently. Wait until the freezer
has had a chance to reach its selected tem-
perature.
The freezer has recently been disconnected for
a period of time. Four hours are required for
the freezer to cool down completely.
Temperature control is set too cold. Turn the
control to a warmer setting and allow several
Temperature inside the
hours for the temperature to stabilize.
freezer is too cold.
The Fast Freeze switch is turned on. This
causes continuous running of the compres-
sor and bypasses the temperature control.
Metal parts undergo expansion and contraction,
Popping or cracking
as in hot water pipes. This is normal. Sound
sound when compres-
will level off or disappear as freezer contin-
sor comes on
ues to run.
Bubbling or gurgling
Refrigerant (used to cool freezer) is circulating
sound, like water boil-
throughout the system. This is normal.
ing
SUMMIT APPLIANCE
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SUMMIT APPLIANCE
Before First Use
Remove the exterior and interior packing.
Check to be sure you have all of the following parts:
Storage basket
Divider rack
Set of 2 keys for door lock
Plastic ice scraper
Before connecting the freezer to the power source, let it stand
upright for approximately 2 hours. This will reduce the possi-
bility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling dur-
ing transportation.
Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft
cloth.
Installation
This appliance is designed to be free-standing only, and should
not be recessed or built in.
1. Place your freezer on a floor that is strong enough to support
the freezer when it is fully loaded.
2. Leave 6 inches of space at the back and sides of the freezer,
which allows for the proper circulation of air.
3. Locate the freezer away from direct sunlight and sources of
heat (stove, heater, radiator, etc.). Direct sunlight may affect
the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical
consumption. Extremely cold ambient temperatures may also
cause the freezer to perform improperly.
4. Avoid placing the freezer in moist areas.
5. Plug the freezer into an exclusive, properly installed grounded
wall outlet. Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Any questions
concerning power and/or grounding should be directed toward
a certified electrician or an authorized service center.
6. After plugging the appliance into a wall outlet, allow the unit to
cool down for two to three hours before placing food in the
freezer compartment.
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