Cool Down Period - Kenmore 218949500 (9905) Owner's Manual

• install the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room,
out of direct sunlight and away from heating ducts or
register& Do not place the refrigerator next to
heat-producing appliances such as a range, oven or
dish washer_ 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°
• Level the refrigerator' so the doors close tightly,
• Refer to this Owner's Guide for the suggested
refrigerator settings.
• Periodic cleaning of the condenser will help 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 container's dry before placing
them in the refrigerator.This cuts down on moisture
build-up inside the unit.
° Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings.
Remove as many items as needed at one time and
close the door as soon as possible°
FREEZER CONTROL
The freezer control should be set at 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 towards COLDEST.
For warmer' temperatures, turn the dial a notch towards
COLD. Adjust temperatures by one increment at a time.
NOTE; When first setting the controls or when changing a
setting, wait 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize before
making additional changes.
Turning the freezer control may change temperatures in
both compartments. For' example, if the freezer control is
turned to a colder' setting, the refrigerator control may have
to be adjusted to a warmer one. Turning the refrigerator.....
control will change only the refrigerator temperature,
IMPORTANT: If the freezer control is turned to OFF,
cooling stops in both compartments°
You may hear the "Frost Free" system working. A fan
circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer' compartments.
For good circulation and maintenance of proper cooling
temperatures, do not block cold air vents with food item&
Water draining into the defrost water pan and hissing
sounds are normal during the automatic "Frost Free" cycle.
_ COLDEST
i COLD
REFRIGERATOR
Refrigerator Midpoint (some models)
COOL DOWN PERIOD
To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to
operate with the doors closed for a least 8 to 12 hours
before loading with foo&
REFRIGERATOR CONTROL
• The refrigerator control should be set at 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 towards COLDEST,
For' warmer temperatures,turn the dial a notch toward
COLD° Adjust temperature by one increment at a time.
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