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WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF A POWER OUTAGE:
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If possible, do not open the refrigerator doors.
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When power is restored, check to see if the food has unfrozen.
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Consume any defrosted food immediately. Do not re-freeze!
WHAT TO DO IF THE REFRIGERATOR IS NOT TO BE
USED FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME:
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Empty the refrigerator.
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Unplug and clean the unit as described above, and turn the light off at the switch.
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If you have a "Dual adjustment" refrigerator, it will be equipped with a holiday
function.
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Vacation function: If your refrigerator is not going to be used for a long period
but you wish to keep food frozen in the freezer, you can turn the refrigerator
section off and leave it closed: the appliance will continue to function with very
low consumption, without causing odours inside.
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The refrigerating gas may produce bubbling sounds as it
flows through the circuits.
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The compressor may buzz and/or produce slight
knocking, which may be more marked on starting.
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Cracking sounds produced by expansion and
contraction of the materials used.
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The insulation used amplifies sound levels.
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You may hear a gentle murmur whwn your refrigerator is switched on. This is
due to the working of a fan incorporated to ensure adequate air circulation
inside the appliance.
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In the freezers of No-Frost refrigerators, the effect will be noted of the ventilator
running to cool and to eliminate frost.
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