8
Operating Your Refrigerator
Temperature Control:
Your appliance
’s evaporator system is out of sight behind the interior rear wall.
The interior 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.
On the coldest settings, temperatures in some spots inside
the cabinet 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.
Changes in the ambient temperature affect the temperature inside the refrigerator so
choose an appropriate setting of the thermostat knob, depending on ambient
conditions.
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 still works).
The temperature inside the refrigerator also depends on how often you open the
door.
In all small refrigerators 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 inside to create a load for the compressor.
NOTES:
1. Shelves are adjustable. These models include glass shelves (see
Technical
Information
, page 5). These shelves stop short an inch before the back wall, which is
essential for air flow and the proper operation of the automatic defrost system. Do not
block these gaps.
2. Interior lighting is controlled by a manually-operated rocker switch. To maintain the
proper interior temperature, keep the light on only as long as necessary.
3. If the refrigerator is unplugged, has lost power, or is turned off, you must wait 3 to 5
minutes before restarting it. If you attempt to restart before this time delay, the unit will
not start.
Defrosting Your Refrigerator:
This appliance operates with an automatic defrost system, so the refrigerator defrosts
itself. While the compressor is operating, ice will build along the rear cold wall (the
evaporator plate is behind the
wall). During the compressor’s off-cycle, ice will melt, drip
down, collect in the trough at the bottom and drain through a small hole into a tray above
the compressor;
where the compressor’s heat will evaporate the water. If you notice
excessive ice build-up on the rear wall, try setting the thermostat to a slightly warmer
setting; be sure that the door gasket is sealing well and that there is no obstruction of the
drain hole at the bottom rear of the interior cabinet.
