1.7 or 2.6 cu. ft. compact refrigerator (16 pages)
Summary of Contents for Insignia NS-CFBM41SS1
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USER GUIDE 4.1 Cu. Ft. Bottom Mount Compact Refrigerator NS-CFBM41SS1/NS-CFBM41SS1-C Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
4.1 Cu. Ft. Bottom Mount Compact Refrigerator IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within your refrigerator. This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying your refrigerator.
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Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when your refrigerator has been damaged in any way, such as the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your refrigerator, your refrigerator has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
4.1 Cu. Ft. Bottom Mount Compact Refrigerator Follow local regulations regarding disposal of your refrigerator due to flammable refrigerant and gas. All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under the guidelines of federal law must be removed before disposal. It is the consumer's responsibility to comply with federal and local regulations when disposing of this product.
Dimensions 18.5 in. (47 cm) 44.9 in. (114 cm) 16.9 in. (43 cm) 19.5 in. (49.5 cm) Refrigerator parts Outside Top hinge Refrigerator door Freezer door handle Freezer door Leveling feet www.insigniaproducts.com...
4.1 Cu. Ft. Bottom Mount Compact Refrigerator Inside Thermostat dial/interior light Upper door rack Shelf Bottle racks Crisper cover Lower door rack Vegetable crisper Freezer shelf Freezer drawer Leveling feet Installing your refrigerator Before using your refrigerator • Remove the exterior and interior packaging. •...
• Avoid locating your refrigerator in moist areas. • Your refrigerator is designed to operate in a temperature range of 50° F (10° C) and 109° F (43° C). If you operate your refrigerator outside this temperature range, your refrigerator may not work correctly. Providing correct ventilation Allow at least 7.9 in.
4.1 Cu. Ft. Bottom Mount Compact Refrigerator Connecting power Check your local power source. Your refrigerator requires a 115 V, 60 Hz power supply. Use a receptacle that accepts the grounding prong. The power cord 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 your refrigerator.
Reversing the door CAUTION: If you lay your refrigerator on its back or side for any length of time, wait for six hours after you stand it up again before you plug it in. Otherwise, you may damage internal components. You need the following tools to reverse the door: 5 mm nut driver Phillips screwdriver...
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4.1 Cu. Ft. Bottom Mount Compact Refrigerator Remove the center hinge from the right side of the refrigerator. Remove the screw hole covers from the left side of the refrigerator. Screw hold cover Hinge Lift the freezer door up and remove it. Move the door bushing from the right side of the door to the left and the plastic hole cover from the left side of the door to the right.
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Use a nut driver to remove the lower hinge pin from the hinge, then flip the hinge over and install the hinge pin in the opposite side. Hinge Hinge pin Use the two screws you removed earlier to secure the lower hinge to the bottom left side of the freezer compartment.
4.1 Cu. Ft. Bottom Mount Compact Refrigerator Leveling your refrigerator Your refrigerator must be level in order to function correctly. If your refrigerator is not leveled during installation, the door may not close or seal correctly, causing cooling, frost, or moisture problems. •...
Setting the thermostat You can adjust the temperature of your refrigerator by turning the thermostat dial. • The thermostat can be set between 1 and 7. • 1 is the warmest setting. • 7 is the coldest setting. • The recommended setting is 4. •...
4.1 Cu. Ft. Bottom Mount Compact Refrigerator Adjusting the shelf Your refrigerator has two shelves. The top shelf is adjustable. The bottom shelf is fixed. Open the refrigerator or freezer compartment door all the way. Lift the back of a shelf, then pull it out. To reinstall the shelf, align the shelf above the shelf rails with the back of the shelf tilted up.
Adjusting the door racks CAUTION: Do not put too many heavy items in the door racks. You may break the racks. Remove all items from a refrigerator door racks. While holding the rack with one hand, use the other hand to tap the bottom of the rack up several inches.
4.1 Cu. Ft. Bottom Mount Compact Refrigerator Maintaining your refrigerator Cleaning your refrigerator CAUTION: To prevent damage to the finish: • Do not use gasoline, benzine, thinner, or other similar solvents. • Do not use abrasive cleaners. • Do not use sharp objects because they are likely to scratch the surface. We recommend that you do the following every time you clean your refrigerator to keep it running odor-free and efficiently: Unplug your refrigerator from the power outlet.
Moving your refrigerator Turn off your refrigerator and unplug it from the power outlet, Remove all food. Securely tape down all loose items inside your refrigerator. Tape the doors shut. Make sure that your refrigerator stays in the upright position during transportation.
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4.1 Cu. Ft. Bottom Mount Compact Refrigerator PROBLEM SOLUTION The refrigerator doors • Make sure that no food packages are in the way. do not close completely. • Make sure that the door gaskets (seals) are clean. See Cleaning your refrigerator on page 17. •...
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PROBLEM SOLUTION My refrigerator makes The following noises are normal: unusual noises or • Compressor running noises. vibrations. • Air movement noises from the small fan motor in the freezer compartment or other compartments. • Popping noises during automatic defrosting. Other unusual noises or vibrations may occur: •...
Product is determined to be defective by an authorized Insignia repair center or store personnel, Insignia will (at its sole option): (1) repair the Product with new or rebuilt parts; or (2) replace the Product at no charge with new or rebuilt comparable products or parts. Products and parts replaced under this warranty become the property of Insignia and are not returned to you.
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Damage due to incorrect operation or maintenance • Connection to an incorrect voltage or power supply • Attempted repair by any person not authorized by Insignia to service the Product • Products sold “as is” or “with all faults” •...