Keystone KSTRC43AW, User Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
1. When operating the refrigerator f or the first time , run it without loading any food until it
automatically stops at the desired temperature. This usually takes 2 to 3 hours. Once desired
2. The temperature of the refrigerator can be adjusted by turning the thermostatic dial. A
medium setting of the thermostatic dial is the most suitable f or general operation. Set
the thermostat at the “6” position only when ice cubes are made or frozen f oods are
stored in the freezing compartment .
3. Defr ost the freezer compartment whene ver the layer of fr ost on the surface of the
e vaporator reaches 1/8 of an inch. When defr osting remo ve all f ood and the ice cube tray
and set the thermostat at “OFF” position . Put the drip tray under the evaporator
to collect melted water. A fter the fr ost has melted , discard the melted water
and dry up the interior of refrigerator. The refrigerator can then be restarted
by turning its thermostat to the desired setti ng.
4. Instruction for making and removing ice cubes.
Fill water into the ice cube tray belo w the graduated line, put it into the freezing
compartment, and then set the thermostat at “6” position . It takes about 2 or 3
hours to make ice cubes. Ice cubes can be removed by twisting the ice cube tray .
Do not bend in an up and down manner as this may result in the
breaking of the ice cube tray .
Maintenance
1. While cleaning the refrigerator u nplug the electric po wer . Rub carefully with a
piece of cloth soaked with natural cleanser then wipe with clean water. Abrasive
cleaning po wder , alkali cleansers, chemical cloth, paint thinner, alcohol, acid petroleum
pr oducts and hot water are not suitable for cleaning the refrigerator and may damage
the painted cover and plastic components.
2. The door gasket requires frequent cleaning according to the instructions abo ve.
3. If the refrigerator is out of use for a long time, please pull out the plug, clean and dr y the
freezing compartment then close the door tightly.
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Cautions f or U se
1. S toring too much f ood in the unit or leaving the door open for e xtended periods of time
will increase energy consumption and may result in unit malfunction.
2. Do not place objects that are too heavy onto any shelf as this may result in
damage to the shelf
.
3. If y ou unplug y our appliance, wait at least 10 minutes before plugging it back in.
4. Do not store bottled drinks in the freezer as this may cause the bottle to e xplode and
possibly damage the refrigerator .
5. Open the refrigerator door as infrequently as possible for maximum efficiency .
6. When defr osting , ne ver use any sharp or metallic objects to remo ve the fr ost on the
surface of the evaporator as it will damage the e vaporator . Please use plastic ice maker
7 . Do not touch foods and containers in the freezing compartment with your wet hands so as
to prevent injury or fr ostbite.
provided wih the unit.
temperature is achie ved, f ood can be loaded into the refrigerator .