INSTRUCTION MANUAL MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES Model Number/ No. de Modelo: THERMOELECTRIC REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERADOR TERMOELECTRICO EC149W BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. La sección en español empieza en la página 17. Avanti has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materials and specifications without notice. Avanti Products, A Division of the Mackle Co., Inc. P.O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 33152 www.avantiproducts.com 2 REFRIGERATOR SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual for your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the Safety Alert Symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the Safety Alert Symbol and either the words" DANGER", "WAR NING" or "CAUTION". Danger means that failure to heed this safety statement may result in severe personal injury or death. Warning means that failure to heed this safety statement may result in extensive product damage, serious personal injury, or death. Caution means that failure to heed this safety statement may result in minor or moderate personal injury, property or equipment damage. All safety messages will alert you to know what potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and let you know what can happen if the instructions are not followed. 3 IMPORTA SAFEGUIDES NT Before the refrigerator is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as described in this manual ,so read the manual carefully. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using the refrigerator, follow basic precaution, including the following: ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Plug into a grounded 3 -prong outlet, do not remove grounding prong, do not use an adapter, and do not use an extension cord. It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain. Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids. These fumes can create a fire hazard o r explosion. And do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations, make sure the power line of the unit is disconnected. Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug when your hands are wet. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power before cleaning or servicing. Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or death. Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your refrigerator unless it is specifically recommended in this ma nual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician. ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? FOLLOW WARNING CALL OUTS BELOW ONLY WHEN AP PLICABLE TO YOUR MODEL Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, the front of the unit must be completely ° unobstructed. Choose a well -ventilated area with temperatures above 60°F (16 C) and below 90°F (32°C). This unit must be installed in an area protected from the element, such as wind, rain, water spray or drips. The refrigerator should not be located next to ovens, grills or other sources of high heat. The refrigerator must be installed with all electrical, water and drain connections in accordance with state and local codes. A standard electrical supply (115 V AC only, 60 Hz), properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances is required. Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord of refrigerator. The fuse (or circuit breaker) size should be 15 amperes. It is important for the refrigerator to be leveled in order to work properly. You may need to make several adjustments to level it. All installation must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements. Make certain that the pipes are not pinched or kinked or damaged during installations . Check for leaks after connection. Never allow children to operate, play with or crawl inside the refrigerator. Although the unit has been tested at the factory, due to long-term transit and storage, the first batch of cubes must be discarded. Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents of abrasives on the interior. These cleaners may damage or discolor the interior. Do not use this apparatus for other than its intended purpose. 4 REGISTRATION INFORMATION Thank you for purchasing this fine Avanti product. Please fill out this card and return it within 100 days of purchase and receive these important benefits to the following address: Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co., Inc. P.O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 33152 USA ? Protect your product: We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Avanti product on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as fire or theft. ? Promote better products: We value your input. Your responses will help us develop products designed to best meet your future needs. ----------------------------------------------------------(detach here)---------------------------------------------------------Avanti Registration Card __________________________________ Name __________________________________ Address __________________________________ City State Zip __________________________________ Area Code Phone Number Did You Purchase An Additional Warranty: ?Extended ?Food Loss ?None Reason For Choosing This Avanti Product: Please indicate the most important factors that influenced your decision to purchase this product. ?Price ?Product Features ? Avanti Reputation ?Product Quality ?Salesperson Recommendation ?Friend/Relative Recommendation ?Warranty ?Other_______________________ ______________________________________ Model # Serial # ______________________________________ Date Purchased Store/Dealer Name ______________________________________ Occupation As Your Primary Residence, Do You: ?Own ?Rent Your Age: ?under 18 ?18-25 ?26-30 ?31-35 ?36-50 ?over 50 Marital Status: ? Married ?Single Is This Product Used In The: ?Home ?Business How Did You Learn About This Product: ? Advertising ?In Store Demo ?Personal Demo ?Other______________________________ Comments____________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ 5 6 HELP US HELP YOU... Read this guide carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new refrigerator properly. Keep it handy to answer your questions. If you don't understand something or you need more assistance, please call: Avanti Customer Service 800-220-5570 Keep proof of original purchase date (such as your sales slip) with this guide to establish the warranty period. ___________________________ _________ Model Number Write down the model and serial numbers. You'll find them on a plate located on the rear outside wall of the refrigerator. Please write these numbers here: ____________________________________ Date of Purchase CAUTION: THIS REFRIGERATOR IS NOT DESIGNED FOR THE STORAGE OF MEDICINE OR OTHER MEDICAL PRODUCTS. ____________________________________ Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your refrigerator. If you received a damaged refrigerator, immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the refrigerator. Save time and money. Before you call for service, check the Troubleshooting Guide. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself. IF YOU NEED SERVICE We're proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are some steps to follow for further assistance. FIRST, contact the people who serviced your refrigerator. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem. NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details, including your telephone number, and send it to: Customer Service Avanti Products 10880 NW 30 Street Miami, FL 33172 USA 7 T ABLE OF CONTENTS Refrigerator Safety Important Safeguides Registration Information and Registration Card Help Us Help You Parts and Features Important Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Before Using Your Appliance Installation of Your Appliance Electrical Connection Reversing the Door Swing of Your Appliance Operating Your Appliance Temperature Control Interior Light Care and Maintenance Defrosting Your Appliance Cleaning Your Appliance Power Failure Vacation Time Moving Your Appliance Energy Saving Tips Troubleshooting Guide Service for Your Appliance Your Avanti Products Warrantee Wiring Diagram Instrucciones en Español 3 4 5 7 9 10 10 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 13 13 14 14 15 16 17 - 18 8 PARTS & FEATURES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Door Temperature Control Knob Light Cold Sink Fan Cover Shelf Water Drip Tray Leveling Leg 2L Bottle Rack Small Rack 9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ?WARNING? To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions: ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Read all instructions before using the refrigerator. DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous . . . even if they will "just sit in the garage a few days". Before you throw away your old refrigerator: Take off the door. Leave the shelf in place so that children may not easily climb inside. Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the refrigerator. Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other refrigerator. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. Do not repair or replace any part of the refrigerator or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions. Replace the fuse with the same type. -Save these instructions- INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ? Before Using Your Refrigerator ? Remove the exterior and interior packing. ? Check to be sure you have all of the following parts: ? 1 Shelf ? 1 Instruction manual ? Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth. ? Installing Your Refr igerator ? This appliance is designed to be free standing only, and should not be recessed or built-in (Fully recessed). ? Place your refrigerator on a floor that is strong enough to support the refrigerator when it is fully loaded. ? Allow 5 inches of space be tween the back and sides of the refrigerator, which allows the proper air circulation to cool the heat sink. ? Locate the refrigerator away from direct sunlight and sources of heat (stove, heater, radiator, etc.). Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the refrigerator not to perform properly. ? This refrigerator uses thermoelectric refrigeration technology (no compressor) and is not designed for storage in hot areas like garages, warehouses or outdoors since it is designed to operate at a maximum of 30 degrees below the ambient temperature. ? Avoid locating the refrigerator in moist areas. ? Plug the refrigerator into an exclusive, properly installed-grounded wall outlet. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Any questions concerning power and/or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician or an authorized Avanti Products service center. ? After plugging the appliance into a wall outlet, allow the unit to cool down for 2-3 hours before placing food in the refrigerator compartment. 10 ? Electrical Connection ?Warning? Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by an authorized Avanti Products service center. This refrigerator should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this refrigerator is equipped with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord supplied. This refrigerator requires a standard 115/120 Volt A.C. ~/60Hz electrical outlet with three -prong ground. The cord should be secured behind the refrigerator and not left exposed or dangling to prevent accidental injury. Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle. Do not use an ext ...