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15.0 CU.FT DELUXE RAPIDCOLD ™ FRENCH 4-DOOR REFRIGERATOR I N S T R U C T I O N M A N UA L M O D E L : R-1 5 4 0 G B K – B L AC K G L A S S R-1 5 5 0 S S –...
WELCOME & CONGRATULATIONS Welcome & Congratulations Thank you for purchasing this quality This manual contains important information on CONTOURE refrigerator. the installation, use, and care of your appliance. ® Please read this manual carefully before Congratulations on your new RAPIDCOLD™...
IMPORTANT SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS Important Safety & Precautions What you need to know about Safety Important Safety Symbols & Instructions: Precaution Warnings: WARNING Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual DO NOT cover all possible This symbol indicates that hazards or unsafe conditions and situations that may occur.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS Important Safety & Precautions WARNING • During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that none of the To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, burns components of the refrigeration circuit or injury to people when using the refrigerator, become damaged.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS WARNING • Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local regulations. Refrigerants Any electrical components (plug, power cord, must be evacuated by a licensed, EPA compressor, etc) must be replaced by a certified refrigerant technician in accordance certified service agent or qualified service with established procedures as the unit technician.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions WARNING Installing Your Refrigerator: Critical Installation Warnings: • Place your refrigerator on a floor that is strong enough to support the refrigerator when it is The installation of this appliance MUST be fully loaded. performed by a qualified technician or service company.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING WARNING Electrical Connection & Requirements: Improper use of the grounded plug can result Electrical Shock Hazard in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by an authorized Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. service center.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions Location Requirements: NOTE: This refrigerator is intended for use in a location where the temperature ranges from a IMPORTANT: This refrigerator is designed for minimum of 55°F (13°C) to a maximum of 110°F indoor, household use, not commercial. (43°C).
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Leveling and Anchoring the Refrigerator: • You can easily level and anchor your refrigerator by adjusting the feet on the unit. • To heighten the feet, rotate them clockwise, by hand. • To lower the feet, rotate them counterclockwise, by hand. Doors Leveling Refrigerator Doors: •...
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions Rubber Door Blocks: • DO NOT pull on the rubber blocks. • Each door contains one rubber block that functions as a spring to reduce the impact of • If you are missing a rubber block, please the door as it closes.
OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Operating Your Refrigerator Control Panel & Features: Please reference the diagram below to help understand the features and functions on the control panel. Temperature of Refrigerator Compartment Temperature of Freezer Compartment ECO Mode Holiday Mode Super Mode Locking / Unlocking Temperature Control of Fridge...
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OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Operating Your Refrigerator Operating your Refrigerator: Temperature Control, Refrigerator: • After entering the temperature control of the • The control panel is 100% lit up for 3 seconds refrigerator compartment, this key flashes. By and operates exactly as per the setting (mode touching the key consecutively, the and temperature) before the power off.
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OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Switching between C and F: Freezing Mode: Press and hold the freezer button for 3-seconds, • Press “mode” to choose Freezer Mode, the the display will automatically change between Freezer icon will stay lit after 5 seconds Celsius and Fahrenheit.
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OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Operating Your Refrigerator Using the Temperature Controls • To adjust the temperature level push the knob upward from the bottom and the temperature level will gradually decrease. • When the knob is in the “CRISPER” position, the fresh zone will function as a crisper zone and automatically maintain the appropriate temperature and humidity levels for fruits and vegetables.
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OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Cleaning the Interior: • Use the correct packaging when freezing foods. Wrap food tightly prior to freezing. Before using the appliance for the first time, • Packaging should be airtight and should not wash the interior and all internal accessories leak.
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OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Operating Your Refrigerator Refrigerating Foods: • For added storage, the door balconies can be placed at different heights to accommodate • For best results, DO NOT store warm food or food packages of various sizes. evaporating liquids in the refrigerator. •...
CARE & MAINTENANCE Care & Maintenance Cleaning: Preparing for Vacation: • Turn the refrigerator off and then unplug from For hygienic reasons the appliance interior, including accessories, should be cleaned the wall outlet. regularly. • Remove all the food and clean the refrigerator.
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CARE & MAINTENANCE Care & Maintenance Energy Saving Suggestions: • Locate this refrigerator in a cool area, away • When removing items from refrigerator or from direct exposure to heat producing freezer remove as many at one time and shut appliances and/or out of direct sunlight.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Shooting Guide First try the solutions suggested here prior to a service call. Possible Cause and/or Symptom Recommended Solutions Not connected to an electrical supply – Plug the power cord into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Do not use an extension cord.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Shooting Guide Possible Cause and/or Symptom Recommended Solutions Temperature control is set too warm. Turn the control to a cooler setting and allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize. Door is kept open too long or is opened too frequently. Warm air enters the refrigerator every time the door is opened.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Possible Cause and/or Symptom Recommended Solutions Metal parts undergo expansion and contraction, as in hot Popping or cracking water pipes. This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear sound when as refrigerator continues to run. compressor comes on: Refrigerant is circulating throughout the system.
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This warranty is available to consumers only. product to and from NQP/CONTOURE, which You are a consumer if you own a CONTOURE shall be assumed by the buyer. If the product is product that was purchased at a retail store for replaced, the replacement will be with a personal, family or household use.
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