Energy Saving Ideas; Setting The Controls - Frigidaire FRT18TPHW1 Important Safety Instructions Manual

Energy Saving Ideas • Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part ofthe room, out of direct sunlight and
away from heating ducts or registers. Do not place the refrigerator next to heat-
producing appliances such asa range, oven or dishwasher. If this is not possible,
a section of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two
appliances will help the refrigerator operate more efficiently.
• Level the refrigerator so the doors close tightly.
• Refer to this Ownerrs Guide for the suggested refrigerator settings.
• Periodic cleaning of the condenser will help the refrigerator run more efficiently.
See Outside in the "Care and Cleaning" section.
• Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents. Doing so causes the
refrigerator to run longer and use more energy, Shelves should not be lined with
aluminum foil, wax paper or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold air
circulation, making the refrigerator less efficient, which could cause food
spoilage.
• Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator.
This cuts down on moisture build-up inside the unit.
• Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings. Remove as many items as
needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible.
Setting the Controls
Refrigerator Control
Freezer Control
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Moisture Reduction Switch
Cool Down Period
TO ensure sate _ood s_or_ge r _lOW _e _e_rigera_or to operate _ i_ _ _e doors
closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading with food,
Refrigerator and Freezer Controls
To _art O_r set CO[_roI dials to the midpoint for a trial period of 24 hours.
Temperatures
After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed, AdJust temperature one
number at a time. For colder temperatures, turn tile dial toward COLDEST.
For warmer temperatures, turn the d ial toward COLD. The temperature will
increase or decrease, but not necessarily by 1, 2, or 3 degrees.
An adjustment made to one compartment may require an adjustment to the
other.
Turning the refrigerator control will change tile temperature in BOTH
compartments. If the refrigerator control is turned to OFF, cooling stops
in both compartments.
Turning tile freezer control will change only tile temperature in tile
freezer compartment.
To maintain temperatures, a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer
compartments. For good circulation, do not block cold air vents with food items.
Moisture Reduction Switch (some models)
If moisture forms on tire metal between tile two doors, set tile Moisture
Reduction Switch (located on the control box in the refrigerator compartment) to
the "ON" position. A heater will warm the surface and allow moisture to evaporate,
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