How To Save Energy; Transportation; Hints And Suggestions - Frigidaire FRD055UBIW Instruction Manual

How to save energy

01. Install the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of direct sunlight
and away from heating ducts or registers. Do not place the refrigerator next
to heat- producing appliances such as a range, oven or dishwasher.
02. The refrigerator door should remain open only as long as necessary; do not
place hot food inside the refrigerator.
03. Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings. Remove as many items as
needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible.
04. The refrigerator door should be properly closed to avoid increased energy
consumption, and the formation of excess ice and/or condensation inside.
05. Constantly circulating cold air keeps the temperature homogenous inside the
refrigerator. For this reason, it is important to properly distribute the food, to
facilitate the flow of air.
06. Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator.
This cuts down on moisture build-up inside the unit.
07. Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold airvents. 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.
08. Do not hang clothing, cloths or objects on the condenser, located behind the
refrigerator. This will affect its functioning, causing strain on the compressor
(motor) and increase energy consumption.
09. During prolonged absences (example: vacations) it is advisable to
disconnect the refrigerator, remove all the food, and clean it. The door should
be left slightly open to avoid mold and unpleasant odors. This will not affect
the refrigerator when it is reconnected.
10. During short absences (ex.: holidays), the refrigerator can remain on.
However, remember that prolonged power outages may occur while you are
gone.

Transportation

To move the refrigerator, do not lean it to the right side of the person facing it.
For short distances, lean it back or to one of its sides, to a 30° angle at most.
For long distances, such as when moving, keep it in an upright position.
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Hints and suggestions

01. Avoid any contact of any type of grease with the internal plastic parts of
the refrigerator. Never lubricate your refrigerator.
02. Never place closed plastic, glass or metallic bottles in the freezer unless
allowed by the manufacturer.
03. Food and liquids should not be stored in open containers. Effervescent
liquids should not be freezed.
04. To freeze fresh food, use the upper compartment (freezer). Avoid placing
fresh food above or side of frozen one.
05. If there is any problem in your refrigerator, transfer all the food to another
refrigerator.
06. Do not place heavy sharped object inside the refrigerator.
07. To save energy, you should reduce the frequency and duration of the
opening of the door.
08. Do not touch the food with wet hand or it may be frostbitten.
09. Do not store bottled or canned food because its volume will expand when
it froze and broken.
10. Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents, because it can
increase energy consumption.
11. Use hermetic containers and plastic bags to avoid lost of humidity and
mixture of odors.
12. Clean and dry containers, bottle and food before placing them in the
refrigerator.
13. Do not place food close to the temperature sensor and the back wall.
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