Electrolux MRS20HRADD, Owner'S Manual

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Energy Saving
Ideas
• Install refrigerator in coolest part of room, out of direct sunlight, and away
from heating ducts or registers. Do not place refrigerator next to heat-producing
appliances such as a range, oven, or dishwasher. If this is not possible, a section
of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two appliances will
help refrigerator operate more efficiently.
• Level refrigerator so doors close tightly.
• Refer to this instruction manual for suggested refrigerator settings.
• Periodic ally cleaning condenser will help refrigerator run more efficiently. See
Outside in "Care and Cleaning" section.
• Do not overcrowd refrigerator or block cold air vents. Doing so causes refrigerator
to run longer, and use more energy. Shelves should not be lined with aluminum foil,
wax paper, or paper toweling. Liners block cold air circulation, making refrigerator
less efficient, which could cause food spoilage.
• Cover foods, and wipe containers dry before placing them in refrigerator. This cuts
down on moisture build-up inside unit.
• Organize refrigerator to reduce door openings. Remove as many items as needed at
one time. Close door as soon as possible.
Setting Controls
Refrigerator midpoint
Freezer midpoint
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Cool Down Period
To ensure safe food storage, allow refrigerator to operate with doors closed for at least
8 to 12 hours before loading with food.
Refrigerator Control
• Refrigerator control should be set at the dial midpoint for a trial period of 24 hours.
• After 24 hours, adjust control as needed. F or colder temperatures, turn dial
to markings under COLDEST. For warmer temperatures, turn dial to markings
under COLD. Adjust temperatures by one increment at a time.
Freezer Control
• Freezer control should be set at dial midpoint for 24 hours.
• After 24 hours, adjust control as needed. For colder temperatures, turn dial toward
COLDEST. For warmer temperatures, turn dial toward COLD. Adjust temperatures
by one increment at a time.
Temperature will increase or decrease, but not
necessarily by 1, 2, or 3 degrees.
Turning freezer control may change temperatures in both compartments. For example,
if freezer control is turned to a colder setting, refrigerator control may have to be
adjusted to a warmer one. Turning refrigerator control will change only refrigerator
temperature.
Important : If freezer control is turned to O , cooling stops in both compartments.
You may hear "Frost Free" system working. A fan circulates air in refrigerator and
freezer compartments. For good circulation and maintenance of proper cooling
temperatures, do not block cold air vents with food items. Water draining into defrost
water pan and hissing sounds are normal during automatic "Frost Free" cycle.