INSTRUCTION MANUAL MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES Model Numbers / No. de Modelos : FF993W / FF994PS DELUXE FROST FREE REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER REFRIGERADOR-CONGELADOR BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. La sección en español empieza en la página 15. 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Refrigerator Safety 3 Important Safeguides 4 Help Us Help You 5 Parts and Features 6 Important Safety Instructions 7 Installation Instructions 7 Before Using Your Appliance 7 Installation of Your Appliance 7 Electrical Connection 8 Operating Your Appliance 9 Temperature Control 9 Using Your Ice Cube Trays 9 Freezing Fresh Foods 10 Care and Maintenance 10 Reversing the Door Swing of Your Appliance 10 Cleaning Your Appliance 10 Power Failure / Vacation Time, M
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”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUIDES 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 precautions, 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.
HELP US HELP YOU... Read this guide carefully. Write down the model and serial numbers. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new refrigerator-freezer properly. You'll find them on a plate located on the rear wall of the refrigerator-freezer. Keep it handy to answer your questions.
PARTS AND FEATURES 1. FREEZER TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB 2. REFRIGERATOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB 3. REFRIGERATOR SHELVES (TOTAL 2) 4. VEGETABLE CRISPERS WITH GLASS TOP 5. LEVELING LEG 6. FREEZER SHELF (TOTAL 1) 7. FREEZER DOOR BINS (TOTAL 2) 8. DOOR ACTIVATED LIGHT SWITCH 9.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING • • • • • • To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your refrigerator -freezer, follow these basic precautions: Read all instructions before using the refrigerator-freezer. DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerator-freezers are still dangerous. . . even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days.
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 appliance should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock.
OPERATING YOUR APPLIANCE Temperature Control Panels Refrigerator Temperature Control Freezer Temperature Control \ Setting the Temperature Control • Your refrigerator has one control for regulating the temperature. The temperature control is located on the top left hand corner of the refrigerator compartment.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • Freezing Fresh Foods Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed food, correct temperature and taking into account hygienic precautions will substantially influence the quality of freezing the food or storing of the frozen foods. This compartment is designed for the long-term storage of frozen food. The storage life of frozen foods varies and the recommended storage time should not be exceeded.
• • • • • Moving Your Appliance Remove all the food. Securely tape down all loose items inside your unit. Turn the leveling screws up to the base to avoid damage. Tape the door shut. Be sure the unit stays in the upright position during transportation. • Energy Saving Tips The unit should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing appliances or heating ducts, and out of direct sunlight. Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing them in the unit.
PROBLEMS WITH YOUR APPLIANCE? You can solve many common refrigerator-freezer problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling for service. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM Unit does not operate. POSSIBLE CAUSE Not plugged in. The circuit breaker tripped or there is a blown fuse. Compressor turns on and off frequently. The room temperature is hotter than normal.
SERVICE FOR YOUR APPLIANCE We are proud of our customer service organization and the network of professional service technicians that provide service on your Avanti refrigerator - freezer. With the purchase of your Avanti refrigerator freezer, you can be confident that if you ever need additional information or assistance, the Avanti Products Customer Service team will be here for you. Just call us toll-free.
Staple your sales receipt here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. YOUR AVANTI PRODUCTS WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED – LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Avanti Products warrants that the product is free from defects in materials and/or workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase by the original owner.
INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL Para reducir el riesgo de incendio, descarga eléctrica, o daño cuando use su electrodoméstico, siga las siguientes precauciones. Lea todas las instrucciones antes de usar su electrodoméstico. Peligro o Precaución: Existe el riesgo que los niños queden atrapados. Niños atrapados o sofocamiento no son un problema del pasado. Los electrodomésticos son peligrosos aún si solo los deja en el garaje por un par de días.
Conexión eléctrica Este electrodoméstico debe ser conectado a tierra. En el caso que ocurra un corto circuito, la conexión a tierra reduce el riesgo de recibir un choque eléctrico ya que cuenta con un alambre para el escape de la corriente eléctrica. Este electrodoméstico está equipado con un enchufe que consta de tres puntas, la tercera punta es la conexión a tierra. Este enchufe debe ser insertado a un enchufe de pared que este correctamente instalado con la conexión a tierra.
Como graduar la temperatura Para ajustar la temperatura interna de su unidad, ajuste los controles considerando la temperatura ambiental. Una vez conectada su unidad, mueva el control de la temperatura hacia la posición “MAX” en el compartimiento del congelador y a la posición “7” en el refrigerador, por 2 horas. Después muévalo a la posición “MED” en el compartimiento del congelador y a la posición “4” en el compartimiento del refrigerador.
CUIDADO Y MANTENIMIENTO Limpiando su electrodoméstico • Desconecte el electrodoméstico y retire los alimentos. • Lave el interior con agua tibia y un trapo suave remojado en una solución de Bicarbonato de Sodio. La solución consiste en 2 cucharadas del referido compuesto químico y un litro de agua. • Lave la canasta de almacenaje con un detergente suave. • Las partes externas de su electrodoméstico deben ser limpiadas con un detergente suave y agua tibia.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION Thank you for purchasing this fine Avanti product. Please fill out this form and return it to the following address within 100 days from the date of purchase and receive these important benefits: Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co., Inc. P.O.
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