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Owner's Manual
Models 16 & 18
Part No. 350A4661P001
Pub. No. 31-47004
Cat. No. WR6M426
4/99

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Models 16 & 18 Part No. 350A4661P001 Pub. No. 31-47004 Cat. No. WR6M426 4/99...
  • Page 2 Service during this warranty period must be performed by an Authorized Camco Service Agent. 2. Neither Camco or the Dealer is liable for any claims or damages resulting from the failure of the Refrigerator or from service delays beyond their reasonable control.
  • Page 3 While your warranty is still in effect, you can purchase a CAMCO SERVICE CONTRACT. For one low fee... usually just pennies a day... Camco Customer Service will take care of the repairs your appliance needs – both parts and labour.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Extended Service Contracts ....3 Ask any Camco appliance owner and they will tell you we stand behind our products with unmatched quality service. However,...

  • Page 5: Warranty

    Help Us Help You We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department. Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you use your refrigerator.

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. Safety Precautions When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: Before it is used, this Repair or replace refrigerator must be immediately all electric...

  • Page 7: Risk Of Child Entrapment

    DANGER! Risk of Child Entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous, even if left "for just a few days". If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents and pollution.

  • Page 8: How To Connect Electricity

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! How to Connect Electricity Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.

  • Page 9: Preparing To Install The Refrigerator

    Install the refrigerator on a floor strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded. Do not install refrigerator where temperature will go below 16°C, 60°F because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. Clearances Allow the following minimum clearances for ease of installation and proper air circulation: Sides.……2 1/2 cm (1") Top……10 cm (4") Back*……8 cm (3")
  • Page 10 Preparing to install the refrigerator. Levelling Your Refrigerator Your refrigerator comes with either adjustable rollers or adjustable legs. Either rollers or legs should be set so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and the front is raised just enough that the doors close easily when opened about halfway.

  • Page 11: Reversing The Door Swing

    Tape the door shut with masking tape. b. Remove the hinge cover (on some models). With a 5/16" socket, remove 2 screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet. c. Lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from the socket in the top of the door.
  • Page 12 Reversing the Door Swing Plastic Washer Remove Fresh Food Door a. Tape the door shut with masking tape. Hinge Pin b. Remove the hinge pin with a 7/32" socket and ratchet. c. Remove tape and tilt the door away from the cabinet. Centre Remove and save the washer on the hinge pin.
  • Page 13 Transfer Top Hinge to the Left Interchange hinge and shim at top right with 2 plug buttons at top left of cabinet. Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time. Transfer Door Stops Washer Door Stops Washer On each door remove the metal door stop.
  • Page 14 Reversing the Door Swing approximately 1 inch and pull out to remove the Fig. 3 trim and expose the handle mounting screw, refer figure 3. Remove the screw using a Phillips screwdriver. Tape • Remove the two screws, which hold Handle Tail Notches the handle to the top of the door.
  • Page 15 To Reverse Door Handles (cont.) Transfer Freezer Door Handle to the Right • Remove one screw holding Right Side Left Side handle to top of door and two screws holding handle to bottom of door. • Remove handle. • Remove screws from right edge of door and insert them into handle screw holes on left side.
  • Page 16 Reversing the Door Swing Reverse Door Handles (cont.) Style ‘B’ Plug Button After removing the fresh food door handle: a. Remove screws from right edge of door top and insert them into handle screw holes on left side. Screws For Handle Holes b.

  • Page 17: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions About the controls on the refrigerator. The temperature controls on your refrigerator have letters and numbers. Initially set the fresh food control at 5 and the freezer control at C. If you want colder or warmer temperatures, adjust the fresh food temperature first.
  • Page 18 Freezer Control The freezer control moves a damper to change the amount of cold air that moves from the freezer to the fresh food compartment. (Coldest Damper Setting) (Warmest Setting) Side View How To Test Temperatures Use the milk test for the fresh food compartment. Place a container of milk on the top shelf and check it a day later.
  • Page 19 Automatic Energy Saver System Many refrigerators use special electric heaters. This refrigerator needs none. That's why there is no "energy-saver" switch...there's no need for it. Warm liquid from the refrigerator's condenser is automatically circulated around the front edge of the freezer compartment to help keep moisture from forming on the outside of the refrigerator during humid weather.
  • Page 20 All about refrigerator shelves, storage drawers & dishes Not all features are on all models. Lift up Shelves and out In the fresh food compartment are adjustable shelves to suit your needs. To remove shelves, tilt shelf up at front (1), then lift it up and out of tracks on rear wall of refrigerator (2).
  • Page 21 About the storage drawers Not all features are on all models. Adjustable Humidity Drawers (Only on models so equipped) Slide the control on the drawer cover all the way to the "HIGH" setting to provide high humidity recommended for most vegetables. Slide the control on the drawer cover all the way to the "LOW"...
  • Page 22 About storage drawer and cover removal. Not all features are on all models. Storage Drawers To Remove: These drawers can be removed easily by lifting up slightly while pulling the drawers past the stop location. When the door cannot be opened enough to pull the drawer straight out, slide the drawer toward the middle and remove it.

  • Page 23: Features

    About storage drawer and cover removal. Not all features are on all models. Drawer Cover Removal (on models so equipped) The glass top on the drawer cover in the bottom of the fresh food compartment should be removed before removing the plastic frame. First remove the drawers as described above.
  • Page 24 Some Additional Features (cont.) Not all features are on all models. ® Removable Smart Rack (Only on models so equipped) ® The slide out Smart Rack provides storage for a variety of beverages (pop cans, wine, egg cartons, etc.). The rack and the adjustable shelf to which it attaches can be relocated to any level.

  • Page 25: Automatic Icemaker

    Utility Bin Dual-usuage bin holds two dozen eggs in their cartons, or stores an extra supply of ice cubes in the freezer for special occasions. ® ICE ’N EASY Bucket provides storage for extra ice cubes. To remove ice cubes from tray, place one end of tray upside down under bar of bucket and rest tray on top of lug.

  • Page 26: Care And Cleaning

    Care And Cleaning Of The Refrigerator Water Filter Accessory The water filter is an option at extra cost and is available from your dealer. Specify WR97X0214. It has complete installation instructions and installs on 1/4" O.D. copper water line. Cleaning – Outside The door handles and trim can be cleaned with a cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid dishwashing detergent and water.
  • Page 27 Care And Cleaning Of The Refrigerator Cleaning – Inside (continued) Use warm water and baking soda solution – about a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water. This both cleans and neutralizes odours. Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry. Other parts of the refrigerator –...
  • Page 28 Preparing for vacation? Although this appliance functions safely and automatically when operated in accordance with this guide, we recommend that you do not leave this or any appliance connected to electrical or water supply and operating while unattended for any extended period of time.

  • Page 29: Normal Operating Sounds

    Normal operating sounds. Depending on the placement of the refrigerator in your kitchen, you may want to place a piece of rubber backed carpet under the refrigerator to reduce noise. Icemaker (on some models). Occasionally you will hear ice cubes dropping into the ice bin.
  • Page 30 Food Storage Guide General Rules for Freezing Food and Suggested Storage Times For Meat & Poultry Food Specialists Advise: • Do not refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely. • You may safely refreeze foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold - below 5°C or 40°F.
  • Page 31 Freezing Purchased Frozen Foods Keep them in their original containers. Such foods include TV dinners, fish, bulk vegetables, pies, cakes, pastries, berries, etc. Freezing Meat, Fish and Poultry Wrap well in freezer-weight foil, forming it carefully to the shape of the meat. This expels as much air as possible.
  • Page 32 Food Storage Guide Suggested Storage Times For Meat & Poultry STORAGE PERIOD (To maintain its quality) REFRIGERATOR FREEZER 35° to 40° F 0‚F 2° to 5°C –18°C PRODUCT DAYS MONTHS FRESH MEATS Roasts (Beef and Lamb) 3 to 5 8 to 12 Roasts (Pork and Veal) 3 to 5 4 to 8...
  • Page 33 Food Storage Guide What To Store in the High Humidity Drawer (on models so equipped) This refrigerated drawer is designed to keep UNWRAPPED FOODS fresh by retaining the natural moisture content of foods such as: • Artichokes • Cherries • Peas, green •...

  • Page 34: Call For Service

    Before you call for service… Read this Problem/Solution List Problem Possible Causes Refrigerator Does Not • May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operatefor about 30 Minutes. Operate • Temperature control in OFF position. • If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet.
  • Page 35 Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes Fresh Food Or Freezer • Temperature control not set cold enough. Compartment Temperature • Warm weather - frequent door openings. Too Warm • Door left open for long time. • Package may be holding door open or blocking air duct in freezer compartment.
  • Page 36 Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes Moisture Forms On • Not unusual during periods of high humidity. To Cabinet Surface help prevent rust, wipe surface dry and reset temperature control one setting cooler. Moisture Collects Inside • Too frequent or too long door openings. •...

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