9
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. Certain 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. a) Interior lighting on the FF6BI series models is controlled by a switch that is
activated
by the opening and closing of the refrigerator door.
b) Lights in the FF7 and SCR600 units are controlled by a manually-operated rocker
switch. To maintain the proper interior temperature, keep the light on only as long as
necessary. Leaving the light on for long periods of time may damage stored contents.
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 Appliance:
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.
