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OPERATING YOUR APPLIANCE
Temperature Control
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A unique dual evaporator system separately cools the refrigerator while
keeping the freezer at 0°F.
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The refrigerator temperature is controlled with a thermostat knob located
inside the unit, towards the upper right-hand corner. Turn the knob
clockwise from the
STOP
(
0
) position toward the higher numbers for colder
temperatures. Higher settings on the knob (higher numbers) mean lower
temperatures (colder) in the refrigerator.
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On the coldest settings, temperatures in some spots of the refrigerator compartment may drop
below 32°F. Use higher thermostat settings only when required or recommended. When the
ambient temperature is normal, we recommend a medium setting.
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Changes in the ambient temperature affect temperature in the refrigerator compartment so
choose an appropriate setting of the thermostat knob, depending on ambient conditions.
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In the
STOP
(
0
)
position, the appliance does not operate (the cooling system is switched off), yet
the power supply is not interrupted (the light goes on when you open the refrigerator door).
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The temperature in the refrigerator compartment also depends on how often you open the door.
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In all small refrigerators and freezers without interior fans, temperatures are coldest near the
bottom, and occasionally near the rear. Place contents accordingly. It is best not to operate
these units mostly empty. If temperatures are erratic, try putting some water bottles or freezer
packs inside to create a load for the compressor.
NOTE:
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 freezer will not start.
Defrosting Your Appliance:
This appliance combines a manual defrost freezer section and an automatic defrost refrigerator
section. The refrigerator compartment defrosts itself, but when frost builds to ½ inch in the freezer
compartment, defrost carefully according to this procedure:
1. Remove contents from the entire unit, taking care that frozen items do not begin to thaw. Set the
thermostat to
STOP
(
0
).
2. Unplug the appliance. Defrosting is accelerated if the doors are left open.
3. Melting ice will drain into the drip tray below the freezer compartment. Empty this as needed.
4. Use a sponge or toweling to remove water and melting ice from the freezer floor. After the frost or
ice has melted, dry the interior of the freezer compartment thoroughly.
5. Restart the appliance by plugging it in and turning the thermostat to the desired position. Once it
is cold, return contents to the freezer and refrigerator sections.
CAUTION:
Do not use boiling water or an electric device such as a hair dryer to help speed up the
defrosting process because this could damage the plastic parts of the unit. In addition,
never use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the cooling
coils and will void the warranty. We recommend using a plastic scraper.
