Energy Saving Ideas; Setting The Controls - Kenmore 218621400A Owner's Manual

Energy Saving Ideas
o Locate 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, 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
o Level the refrigerator so the doors close tightly°
• Refer to this Owner's Guide for the suggested refrigerator settings
o Periodic cleaning of the condenser will hetp 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
o 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
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Cool Down Period
To ensure safe food storage, aifow the refrigerator to operate with the doors dosed
for at least8 to 12 hours before loading with food
Refrigerator Control
= Set the refrigerator control dial to the midpoint for a trial period of 24 hours
= After 24 hours, adjust the control as needed. For colder temperatures, turn the
dial toward COLDEST. For warmer temperatures, turn the dial toward COLD.
Adjust temperatures one increment at a time The temperature will increase
or decrease, but not necessarily by I, 2, or 3 degrees.
Freezer Control
° Set the freezer control to the midpoint of the dial for a trial period of 24
hours
° After 24 hours, adjust the control as needed For colder temperatures,
turn the dial a notch toward COLDEST For warmer temperatures,
turn the dial a notch toward COLD Adjust temperatures one notch at a time.
An adjustment made to one compartment may require an adjustment to the other:
• Turning the refrigerator control will change the temperature in BOTH
compartments if the refrigerator control is turned to OFF, cooling stops
in both compartments.
o Turning the freezer control will change only the temperature in the 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,
Energy Saver Switch
(some models)
if your refrigerator is equipped with an Energy Saver Switch, keep it set on ENERGY
SAVERfor lowest energy usage During humid weather, or if moisture appears on
the cabinet between the doors, set the control to REDUCEEXTERIOR MOISTURE A
heater will warm the surface and allow the moisture to evaporate When humidity
lowers, or moisture disappears, return the switch to ENERGY SAVER