Refrigerator Safety Guide - Kenmore 122.16654900 Use And Care Manual

Refrigerator safety guide

IMPORTANT:
READ THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO
CONNECTING POWER AND USE
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or
injury when using this unit, follow basic
precaution, including the following:
Remove all packages before using
this unit.
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WARNING
1.Use two or more people to move and install this
unit. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
2.To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator,
the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed.
Choose a well-ventilated area with temperatures
above 40˚F (5˚C) and below 105˚F (40˚C). This unit
must be installed in an area protected from the
elements.
3.The refrigerator must be installed with all electrical
connections in accordance with state and local codes.
A standard electrical supply (110V AC only , 60 Hz),
properly grounded in accordance with the National
Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances is
required.
4.Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord of
refrigerator.
5.The fuse (or circuit breaker) size should be 15
amperes.
6.It is important for the refrigerator to be level in
order to work properly. You may need to make
several adjustments to level it.
7.Never allow children to operate, play with or crawl
inside the refrigerator.
8.Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents of
abrasives on the interior. These cleaners my
damage or discolor the interior.
9.Do not use this appliance for any purpose other
than its intended usage.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before Using Your Unit
1.Remove the exterior and interior packing before
connecting the unit to the power source, let it stand
upright for approximately 2 hours. This will reduce the
possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from
handling during transportation.
2. Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using
a soft cloth.
Setting the Temperature Control
1.Your unit has only one control for regulating the
temperature in the compartment. The temperature
control is located on the upper side of the
compartment.
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2 The first time you turn the unit on, set the temperature
control to "5".
The range of the temperature control is from position
"OFF" to "5". "1" is the warmest and "5" is the coolest.
After 24 to 48 hours, adjust the temperature control to
the setting that best suites your needs. The setting of
"3" should be appropriate for normal use.
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3 To turn the appliance off, turn the temperature control
to "OFF".
Electrical Connection
1. Turning the temperature control to "OFF" position stops
the cooling cycle but does not shut off the power to the
unit.
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2 If the unit is unplugged, has lost power, or is turned off,
you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting the unit. If
you attempt to restart before this time delay, the unit will
not start.
Food Storage
Use plastic warp to keep food and place evenly on wire
rack or drawer. Allow hot food to cool before put into this
refrigerator. Allow space between different foods inside
refrigerator. Keep food dry before storage.
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