User manual FRIGIDAIRE FRC331GM MINI FRIDGE

; // /t ;a Compact Refrigerator Record Serial/Model Numbers 2 Safety Instructions Fi rst Steps 2-3 3.4 Energy Saving Tips Setting the Temperature Control 4 4 Refrigerator Features Care and Cleaning. Warranty. 4-5 5 6 Troubleshooting Guide 7-8 i^JEAD AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P/N: 241607804 (Feb2008) SERIAL / MODEL NUMBERS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use your refrigerator only as instructed in this guide. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing, operating, and maintaining any appliance. Record Your Model and Serial Numbers Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided below. The serial plate is located on the upper left wall inside the refrigerator. Proper Disposal of Your Refrigerator/Freezer Risk of child entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators or freezers are still dangerous -- even if they will sit for "just a few days." If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. Model Number Serial Number: BEFOREYOU THROW AWAYYOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER: · Remove doors. · Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside. Purchase Date: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS REFRIGERATOR. MMMMHIIH ELECTRICAL INFORMATION These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in the design of this refrigerator will operate properly. · Refrigerator must be plugged into its own 115 Volt, hiW/JJilUta FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read product labels for flammability and other warnings. FtlWJtHIHM CHILD SAFETY · Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the refrigerator is unpacked. Children should never use these items to play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers, and can quickly cause suffocation. Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can cause severe cuts, and destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture. An empty, discarded ice box, refrigerator, or freezer is a very dangerous attraction to children. 60 Hz., AC only electric outlet The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazards. It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded threeprong receptacle. The receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician. Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug. · If voltage varies by 10% or more, performance of your refrigerator may be affected. Operating refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the compressor. · · · To prevent the refrigerator from being turned off academically, do not plug unit into an outlet controlled by a wail switch or pull cord. · Do not pinch, knot, or bend the cord in any manner. Remove the door(s) of any appliance that is not in use, even if it is being discarded. n OTHER PRECAUTIONS · Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out from the receptacle. LEVELING The refrigerator must have all bottom comers resting firmly on solid floor. The floor must be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator. NOTE: It is Very Important for your refrigerator to be level in order to function properly. If the refrigerator is not leveled during installation, the door may be misaligned and not close or seal properly, causing cooling, frost, or moisture problems. To Level Your Refrigerator: After discarding crating screws and wood base, use a · To avoid electrical shock, unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb. NOTE:Turning the temperature control to OFF turns off the compressor, but does not disconnect the power to the light bulb or other electrical components. · Do not operate refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes. Avoid fire hazard or electric shock. Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug. Do not remove any prong from the power cord. carpenter's level to level the refrigerator from front-to-back. Adjust the plastic leveling feet In front, % bubble higher, so that the door closes easily when left halfway open. CLEANING · Wash any removable parts of the refrigerator interior, and exterior with mild detergent and warm water. Wipe dry. Do not use harsh cleaners on these surfaces. · Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments, which can scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tape can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild deter gent, or touch the residue with the sticky side of tape already removed. Do not remove the serial plate. cut, remove, or bypass the Do not, under any circumstances, grounding prong. Power supply cord with 3-prong grounding plug dose and seal properly, DO NOT let food packages extend past the front of shelves. A CAUTION I To allow door to FIRST STEPS This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Owner's Guide. Before starting the refrigerator, follow these Important first steps. INSTALLATION · Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug. · For the most efficient operation, the refrigerator should be located where surrounding temperatures will not drop below 10° F (-12° C) or exceed 110° F (43° C).The Freeze Control Feature is designed to automatically maintain the selected interior refrigerator temperature within these boundaries. Shelf Front · Allow space around the unit forgood air circulation. Leave a 4 inch (101.6 mm) space on the back and 3 inches (76.2 mm) on the sides and back of the refrigerator for adequate circulation. NOTE: The exterior walls of the refrigerator may become quite warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from the inside. Temperatures as much as 30° F wanner than room temperature can be expected. For this reason it is particularly important in hotter climates to allow enough space for air circulation around your refrigerator. ENERGY SAVING TIPS Install 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- REFRIGERATOR FEATURES producing appliances such as a range, oven or dishwasher. Level the refrigerator so the door close tightly. 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 Cold Controls (Some models) L r J Cover foods and wipe containers 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. 1 : ------- -- ; fifT ' SETTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL i i L ' I ij COOL DOWN PERIOD For safe food storage, allow 4 hours for the refrigerator to cool down completely. The refrigerator will run continuously for the first several hours. L- . J 3 a A i T3> \ n cr TEMPERATURE CONTROL The temperature control is located inside the refrigerator and in the freezer compartment on some models. The temperature is factory preset to provide satisfactory food storage tempera tures. However, the temperature control is adjustable to provide a range of temperatures for your personal satisfaction. Adjustable Interior Shelve &SUdo-OutCrispor (Doubts Ooor models) Door Interior (Double Door models - Somo models) To adjust the temperature colder, turn the control knob toward the "Colder setting or higher number for the fresh food control and the slide control toward the "Coldest" setting for the freezer control. After each movement, allow 24 hours for the unit to adjust. If the unit is still not cold enough, repeat until desired temperature is achieved. After each movement of the control knob, allow the unit to adjust for 24 hours. To adjust the temperature warmer, turn the control knob toward the "Cool" setting or lower number forthe fresh food control and the slide control toward the "Cold" setting for the freezer control. After each movement, allow 24 hours for the i i i ] t r i > 1 1 | i i ) i unit to adjust If the unit is still not warm enough, repeat until desired temperature is achieved. After each movement of the control knob, allow the unit to adjust for 24 hours. 1 ( !. . .. . _ . -. i Tomp. Control Cold I T J Coldest fx 'I \ Freezer Control (Some models) Cold Controls (Some models) ' --rJlf n REFRIGERATOR FEATURES (cont.) 3. After defrosting is complete, empty and wipe down the drip tray, as well as the interior of the refrigerator. You may now reset the refrigerator to the desired temperature and put the food back in. CARE AND CLEANING CLEANING THE INSIDE Wash inside surfaces of the refrigerator with a solution of two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart (1.136 litres) warm water. Rinse and dry. Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the area of the controls, or any electrical parts. Adjustable) Interior Shelves (Some models) Door Features (Some models) Wash the removable parts with the baking soda solution mentioned above, or mild detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry. Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any surface. Do not wash removable parts in a dishwasher. ADJUSTABLE INTERIOR SHELVES (Some models) Multi-position adjustable interior shelves can be moved to any position for larger or smaller packages. The shipping spacers that stabilize the shelves for shipping should be removed and discarded. CLEANING THE OUTSIDE Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid deter gent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a dean soft cloth. Replace parts and food. If leaving the refrigerator door open while on vacation, make certain that children cannot get into the refrigerator and become entrapped. SLIDE-OUT CRISPER (Some models) A Slide-Out Basket (some models) located at the bottom of the refrigerator, provides separate storage space for items V-Jhat are difficult to store on refrigerator shelves. To remove the basket, pull out and lift up. AUTOMATIC FREEZE CONTROL (Some models) The Freeze Control Feature will maintain proper interior refrigerator temperature even when the refrigerator is placed in an area where the surrounding temperature drops dtiO-Ffia'C) VACATION AND MOVING TIPS Vacations: If the refrigerator will not be used for several months: · Remove all food and unplug the power cord. · Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. · Leave the refrigerator door open slightly, blocking it open if necessary, to prevent odor and mold growth. INTERIOR LIGHT (Some models) The light comes on automatically when the door is opened. To replace the light bulb, turn the temperature control to OFF and unplug the electrical cord. Replace the old bulb with a bulb of the same wattage. Moving: When moving the refrigerator, follow these guide lines to prevent damage: · Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet. DEFROSTING YOUR REFRIGERATOR 1 .To defrost the refrigerator, remove all food and objects from the refrigerator. Ensure the drip pan is in place under the freezer compartment. Unplug the unit and ensure the cord is in safe dry location.The defrost process may take a few hours. To speed up the defrost time, keep the door open and place a bowl of warm water in the refrigerator. Never use sharp objects to remove the frost. · Remove foods and dean the refrigerator. · Secure all loose items by taping them securely in place to prevent damage. · In the moving vehicle, secure refrigerator in an upright position to prevent movement. Also protect outside of refrigerator with a blanket, or similar item. 2. During the defrost cycle, water will accumulate in the drip tray. The drip tray may need to be emptied during the defrost cycle. Do not leave unattended. .n Compact Appliance Warranty Information Your appliance is covered by a 90 day limited warranty. For 90 days from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions. Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following: 1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined. 2. 3. 4. Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit. Products purchased 'as-is' are not covered by this warranty. 5. 6. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures. Products used In a commercial setting. 7. 8. 9. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc.whlch are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory. knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts. 10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables, or 11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, Including the state of Alaska. 12. Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to floors, cabinets, walls, etc. 13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God. 14. Labor costs Incurred for product repair or replacement as provided herein for carry-In appliances. DISCLAIMER OF IMPUED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPUED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPUED WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPUED WARRANTIES. SO THESE UMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. If You Need Service Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below. This warranty only applies In the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance Is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp. Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or specifications as described or Illustrated are subject to change without notice. USA 1.886.312.2117 Electrolux Major Appliances North America P.O. Box 212378 Augusta, QA 30907 H) Electrolux Canada 1.800.312.2117 Electrolux Canada Corp. 5855 Terry Fox Way Mlsslssauga, Ontario, Canada L5V3E4 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM REFRIGERATOR OPERATION Refrigerator does not run. Before calling tor service, review this IisL It may save you time and expense. This list Includes common occurences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. CAUSE CORRECTION · Refrigerator is plugged Into a circuit that has a ground fault · Use another circuit. If you are unsure about the outtethave it checked by a certified technician. interrupt · Temperature control is in the OFF position. · See Setting the Temperature Control Section. · Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet · Refrigerator may not be plugged in, or plug may be loose. · House fuse Mown or tripped circuit breaker. · Power outage. Refrigerator runs too much or too long. · Room or outside weather is hot · Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Reset circuit breaker. · Check house lights. Call local Electric Company. · It's normal for the refrigerator to work harder under these conditions. · it takes 4 hours for the refrigerator to cod down completely. · Warm food will cause refrigerator to run more until the desired temperature is reached. · Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more. Open doors less often. * See "DOOR PROBLEMS" Section. · Turn control knob to a warmer setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize. · Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperature. · Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time. · Large amounts of warm or hot food have been stored recently. · Doore are opened too frequently or too long. · Refrigerator door may be slightly open. * Temperature Control Is set too low. · Refrigerator gasket is dirty, worn, cracked, or poorly fitted. Interior refrigerator temperature Is too cold. Interior refrigerator temperature Is too warm. · Temperature Control is set too low. · Temperature Control Is set too warm. · Turn the control to a warmer setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize. · Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize. · Door is kept open too long or is opened too frequently. · Door may not be seating property. · Large amounts of warm or hot (bod may have been stored recently. · Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time. · Warm air enters the refrigerator every time the door is opened. Open the door less often. · See "DOOR PROBLEMS" Section. · Wait until the refrigerator has had a chance to reach its selected temperature, * Refrigerator requires 4 hours to cool down completely. Refrigerator external surface temperature Is warm. · The external refrigerator walls can be as much as 30°F warmer than room temperature. · This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heat from inside the refrigerator cabinet SOUND AND NOISE Louder sound levels whenever refrigerator Is on. · Modem refrigerators have Increased storage capacity and more stable temperatures. They require a high efficiency compressor. · This is normal. When the surrounding noise level is low, you might hear the compressor running while it cods the interior. Longer sound levels when compressor comes on. · Refrigerator operates at higher pressures during the start of the ON cycle. · This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as refrigerator continues to run. PROBLEM SOUND AND NOISE (Cont) Fan runs when room temperature Is below 45°F. CAUSE CORRECTION · Exterior thermostat has · This is normal. activated the heater and fan. · Metal parts undergo expansion Popping or cracking sound when compressor comes on. and contraction, as in hot water pipes. · Refrigerant (used to cool refrigerator) is circulating throughout the system. · This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as refrigerator continues to run. Bubbling or gurgling sound, · This is normal. like water boiling. Vibrating or rattling noise. · Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on the floor when It is moved slightly. · Refrigerator is touching the wall. · Level the unit. Refer to 'Leveling* in the First Steps Section. · Relevel the refrigerator or move refrigerator slightly. Refer to 'Leveling' in the First Steps Section. Snapping Sound. · Cold Control turning the refrigerator on and off. · This is normal. WATER/MOISTURE/FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR Moisture forms on Inside of refrigerator walls. · Weather is hot and humid. · Door may not be seating · Door is kept open too long, or is opened too frequently. · This is normal. · See 'DOOR PROBLEMS* Section. properly. · Open the door less often. WATER/MOISTURE/FROST OUTSIDE REFRIGERATOR Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator. · Door may not be seating properly, causing the cold air · See 'DOOR PROBLEMS' Section. from inside the refrigerator to meet warm moist air from outside. ODOR IN REFRIGERATOR Odors In refrigerator. · Interior needs to be cleaned. · Foods with strong odors are in the refrigerator. · Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and baking soda. · Cover the food tightly. DOOR PROBLEMS Door will not close. · Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on the floor when it Is moved slightly. · This condition can force the cabinet out of square and misalign the door. Refer to "Leveling* In the First Steps Section. UGHTBULBISNOTON Ught bulb Is not on. · Light bulb is burned out. · No electric current is reaching the refrigerator. · Follow directions under "Interior LJghr in the Refrigerator Features Section. · See 'REFRIGERATOR OPERATION' Section. Jk 0 Refirigerador compacto Anote los ntimeros de serte y de modelo 2 Instrucciones de seguridad Primeros pasos 2-3 3-4 Consejos para el ahorro de energfa Ajuste del control de temperatura ...4 4 ® Caracterfetlcas del refrigerador Culdado y limpieza 4-5 5 Garantfa .6 Gufa de localization y solucidn de averi'as 7-8 Y CONSERVE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES P/N: 241607804 (Feb. 2008) NUMEROS DE SERIE Y DE MODELO n Eliminacidn adecuada de su refrigerador/congelador A ADVERTENCIA LEAY CONSERVE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES Esta gufa del propietario le brinda Instrucciones especlficas sobre el funcionamiento de su modelo. Use su refrigerador sotamente como se indica en esta gufa. Estas instrucciones no tienen por objeto cubrir todas las postbles condiciones y situaclones que se puedan presentar. Cuando se instate, opere o repare cualquier electrodomestico, se debe tener cuidado y sentido comun. Anote los niimeros de modelo y de serie Anote los numeros de modelo y de serie en el espacio proporcionado a continuacibn. La placa de serie se encuentra en la parte superior de la pared Izquierda en el interior del refrigerador. de niftos. El alrapamiento y asfixia de ninos no son problemas del pasado. Los refrigeradores o congeladores desechados o abandonados todavla son peligrosos, incluso dfas*. Si se va a deshacer de su refrigerador o congelador usado, siga las instrucciones a continuaci6n para ayudara prevenir acciderrtes. ANTES DE DESHACERSE DE SU REFRIQERADOFVCONQELADOR USADO: Retire las puertas. Numerode modelo: Numerode serie: Fechadecompra: lugar de modo que los ninos no puedan entrar confadiidad. INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES SOBRE SEGURIDAD INFORMACIONELECTRICA LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR ESTE REFRIGERADOR. Aadvertencia Se deben segulr estas instrucciones para asegurar que los mecanlsmos de seguridad disefiados para este refrigerador funclonen correctamente. · El refrigerador debe serenchufado en supropio PARA SU SEGURIDAD No almacene ni utilice gasollna u otros h'quidos o vapores inflamablos cerca de este o cualquier otro electrodomestico. Lea las etlquetas de los productos sobre la inflamabllidad y otros peligros. tomacorrlente electrico Individual de 115 voltlos, 60 Hz, CA. El cord6n electrico del electrodomestico cuenta con un enchufe de tres clavljas con puesta a tlerra para protegerio de los peligros de choque electrico. Debe ser enchufado directamente a un tomacorriente de tres alveolos debidamente puesto a tierra. El tomacorriente debe ser instalado de acuerdo con los codigos y reglamentos locales. Consulte a un electricista calificado. No use un cordon de extenstdn nl un adaptador. SEGURIDAD DE LOS NINOS · Destruya la caja de cart6n, las bolsas de plastico y cualquier material de empaque exterior inmediatamente despues de que el refrigerador sea desempacado. Los ninos nunca deben |ugar con estos artfculos. Las cajas de cartdn cublertas con alfombras, sabanas, laminas de plastico o envoltura de plastico pueden convertirse en camaras hermetlcas y causar asfixia rapidamente. · Si el voltaje varia en un 10% o mas, el rendimiento de su refrigerador puede verse afectado. SI se hace funcionar el refrigerador con energfa insuficiente, se puede dafiar el compresor. · Retire todas las grapas de la caja de cartdn. Las grapas pueden causar cortadas graves y dafiar el acabado si entran en contacto con otros electrodomesticos o muebles. Las hieleras, refrigeradores y congeladores desechados son un atractivo peligroso para los ninos. · Para evitar que el refrigerador se apague accidentalmente, no lo enchufe a un tomacorriente controlado por un interrupter de pared o de cord6n. No presione, anude ni doble el cord6n electrico de ninguna manera. · · Retire la(s) puerta(s) de cualquier electrodomestico que no este en uso, incluso si se va a desechar. n PRECAUCIONES ADICIONALES · Nunca desenchufe el refrigerador tirando del cord6n. Siempre sostenga firmemente el enchufe y tire derecho hacia afuera del tomacorriente. NIVEUCI6N Las cuatro esquinas Inferiores del refrigerador deben estar apoyadas firmemente sobre piso estable. El piso debe ser suficientemente fuerte para sostener un refrigerador completamente cargado. NOTA: Es muy Importante que su refrigerador este nivelado para que funcione correctamente. Si · Para evitar choques electricos, desenchufe el refrigerador antes de limpiarlo y antes de reemplazar la bombilla. NOTA: Sf gira el control de temperature a la posicidn "OFF (apagado), se apagara el compresor, pero no desconectara la corriente a la bombilla o a otros componentes electricos. · No haga funcionar el refrigerador en la presencia de vapores explosivos. no nivela el refrigerador durante su instalacidn, la puerta puede quedar mal alineada y no cerrar o sellar adecuadamente, lo que puede causar problemas de enfriamlento, escarcha o humedad. Eviteelpeligrode incendio o de descarga electrics. No use un corddn de extension ni un adaptador. No retire ninguna clavlja del corddn electrico. Tomaconfentacon puesta a llona Balo ninguna clrcunstanda corte, de adelante hacia atras. Ajuste los tomillos niveladores de plastico delanteros media burbuja mas altos para que la puerta cierre facllmente cuando se deje abierta a medias. Para nivelar su refrigerador: Despues de desechar los tornillos y base de madera de empaque, use un nivel de carpintero para nivelar el refrigerador UMPIEZA · Lave las piezas removtbles del Interior y exterior del refrigerador con un detergente suave y agua tibia. Sequoias. No utlllce limpladores abraslvos sobre estas superficies. No utilice hojas de afeitar ni otros Instrumentos afilados que pueden rayar la superficie del electrodomestico cuando retire las etiquetas adhesivas. Si queda algun residue de pegamento de la dnta, puede eliminario usando una mezcla de agua tibia y detergente suave. Tamblen puede tocar el residuo con el lado adhesivo de la dnta que ya haya retirado. No retire la placa de serle. retire o deshoblllte la clavtja da conexlfin a tlerra. · Conttn electrico de 3 davijas con puesta a Uena PRIMEROS PASOS Esta gufa del propietario le brinda instrucciones especfficas sobre el funcionamiento de su modelo. Use su refrigerador solamente como se indica en esta gufa del propietario. Antes de encender el refrigerador, slga estos Importantes primeros INSTALACION · Elija un lugar que este cerca de un tomacorriente con Para que la puerta cierre y selle adecuadamente, NO deje que los paquetes de comida sobresalgan del frente de las bandejas. conexidn a tierra. No utilice un corddn de extensidn ni un adaptador. · Para un funcionamiento dptimo, instate el refrigerador en un lugar donde la temperatura ambienle no caiga por debajo de los 10°F (-12-C) o exceda los 1108F (43°C). La funcidn Control de congelacidn esta disenada para mantener automaticamente la temperatura interior seleccionada del refrigerador dentro de estos Ifmites. Deje espacio sufitiente alrededor de la unidad para una dmitacuSn adecuada del alre. Deje un espacio de 4 pulgadas (100 mm) en la parte trasera y de 3 pulgadas (75 mm) en los laterales y la parte posterior del refrigerador para una circulacidn adecuada. Frente de las bandejas · NOTA: Las parades exteriores del refrigerador pueden caJentarse a medida que el compresor trabaja para transferir el calor del interior. Pueden observarse temperaturas hasta 30°F (17°C) superiores a la temperatura ambiente. Por esta razdn, es partictilarmente importante dejar suficiente espacio para que circule el aire alrededor del refrigerador, especialmente en climas calidos. CONSEJOS PARA EL AHORRO DE ENERGIA de la luz directa del sol y de las tuberias o rejillas de la calefacdon. No coloque el CARACTERISTICAS DEL REFRIGERADOR que produzcan calor tales como una estufa, un homo o un tavavajillas. Nivele el refrigerador de manera que la puerta cierre hermetlcamente. No sobrecargue el refrigerador ni bloquee los tramos de ventilation. Si to hace, el refrigerador funcionara per periodos mas prolongados y consumira mas energfa. No (one nunca las bandejas con papel de alumlnio, papel de cera o toallas de papel, ya que si lo hace, interferira con la circulation del aire frfo y el funtionamiento del refrigerador sera menos eftciente, to cual puede provocar que los allmentos se echen a perder. Cubra los allmentos y seque los envases antes de cotocartos en el refrigerador. Esto reduce la acumulaticn de humedad dentro de la unidad. Organice el refrigerador a fin de reducir la apertura frecuente de la puerta. Saque tantos artfculos como necesite de una sola vez y cierre la puerta tan pronto como sea poslble. Controles de frfo (algunos modelos) AJUSTE DEL CONTROL DETEMPERATURA PERfODO DE ENFRIAMIENTO Para un almacenamiento seguro de los alimentos, espere 4 horas hasta que el refrigerador se enfrfe completamente. El refrigerador funcionara de manera continua durante las primeras horas. A CONTROL DETEMPERATURA El control de temperatura se encuentra dentro del refrigerador y, en algunos modelos, dentro del congelador. La temperatura fue programada en la fabrica para olrecer temperatures satisfactorias para el almacenamiento de allmentos. Sin embargo, el control de temperatura es ajustable para olrecer una mayor vartedad de temperaturas para satisfacer sus necesidades personales. Bandolas Intcitenta ajuatabtoa y cofon pom varduias tieaUzable (modeloa de dos puarlas) Ifflortor dolo puerta (modatos de dos pueitas, s modelo8) Para cambiar la temperatura del refrigerador a un ajuste mas frfo, glre la perilla hacia el ajuste "Colder" (mas frfo) o a un niimero mayor. Para cambiar la temperatura del congelador a un ajuste mas frfo, desllce el control hacia el ajuste "Coldest" (frfo maxlmo) en el control del congelador. Despues de cada ajuste, espere 24 horas hasta que la unidad se ajuste. Si aun asl la unldad no esta lo suficlentemente frfa, replta este procedimiento hasta alcanzar la temperatura deseada. Despues de cada ajuste de la perilla de control, espere 24 horas hasta que la unidad se ajuste. Para cambiar la temperatura del refrigerador a un ajuste mas tlblo, glre la perilla hacia el ajuste "Cool" (frlo suave) o a un numero menor. Para cambiar la temperatura del congelador aun ajuste mas tibio, desllce el control hacia el ajuste "Cold" (frfo) en el control del congelador. Despues de cada ajuste, espere 24 horas hasta que la unidad se ajuste. Si aun asi la unidad no esta lo suficlentemente tibia, replta este procedimiento hasta alcanzar la temperatura deseada. Despues de cada ajuste de la perilla de control, espere 24 horas hasta que la unldad se ajuste. Temp. Control Cold | || | Coldest Control del congelador (algunos modelos) Controtes de frlo (algunos modelos) i n CARACTERISTICAS DEL REFRIGERADOR (cont.) 3. Una vez finalizada la descongeladon, vacfe y seque la bandeja de goteo, asf como tamblen el interior del deseada del refrigerador y colocar los alimentos de nuevo en su interior. refrigerador. Usted puede ahora restablecer la temperatura CUIDADO Y LIMPIEZA LJMPIEZA DEL INTERIOR Lave las superficies interiores del refrigerador con una solution de dos cucharadas de bicarbonate de sodio en un cuarto de galdn (1 litro) de agua tibia. Enjuague y seque. Extraiga el exceso de agua de la esponja o parto cuando limpie el area de los controles o cualquier pieza electrica. Lave las piezas removibles usando la solucidn de bicarbonate de sodio mencionada anteriormente o con detergente suave y agua tibia. Enjuague y seque. Nunca use esponjas metallcas Bandejaa Intartores ajuatablos (algunoa modolos) Caractertsticas do la pusrta (algimosmodolos)