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10
Setting Controls
This refrigerator operates most efficiently in normal
household temperatures of 55° to 110°F.
(13
°
C to 43
°
C.).
Active Themperature Control
Locate active temperature control on upper rear wall of
refrigerator section. Active temperature control
operates independently of freezer control. A hidden
thermostatic sensor measures refrigerator air
temperature constantly. If temperature rises as little as
1 1/2°F. (.8
°
C.), active temperature control lets in more
cold air.
Refrigerator and Freezer Controls
(nonelectronic models)
Locate refrigerator and freezer controls on upper rear
wall of refrigerator section.
When freezer control is set to
off
, neither refrigerator
nor freezer sections will cool. Initially, set both controls
to
4
. Wait 24 hours after connecting power for
refrigerator and freezer sections to reach desired
temperatures. After 24 hours, adjust controls as
desired. 1 is warmest setting and 7 is coldest.
Set temperatures precisely using a household
thermometer that includes temperatures between
-5° to 50°F. (-21
°
to 10
°
C.).
Put thermometer snugly between frozen packages in
freezer section. Wait 5-8 hours. If freezer
temperature is not 0° to 2°F. (-17
°
to -16
°
C.), adjust
control, one number at a time. Check again after 5-8
hours.
Put thermometer in a glass of water in middle of
refrigerator section. Wait 5-8 hours. If refrigerator
temperature is not 38° to 40°F. (3
°
to 4
°
C.), adjust
control, one number at a time. Check again after 5-8
hours.