Note:
To prevent excessive strain on the compressor, do not leave the unit at the
COLDEST
setting for more than an hour at a time.
Operating instructions
Turning on the Unit
The refrigerator turns on automatically when it is plugged in. When the air
temperature is below 40°F, follow this procedure to stop the compressor:
1. Turn the temperature control knob (thermostat) to the
COLD
setting.
2. Continuing turning the control knob counter-clockwise to the
OFF
setting. The
compressor will stop working and the heater will turn on automatically to
maintain the temperature at a suitable level.
NOTES:
•
If the ambient temperature is above 40
º
F, turn the thermostat to the range
between
COLD
and
COLDEST
to cool foods.
•
If the ambient temperature is below 25°F, do not use the unit to store
anything.
•
If you unplug the refrigerator or the power is cut off accidentally, allow 8
minutes before restarting it or plugging it back in. It will not operate properly
in less than 8 minutes.
Temperature Setting
Initially set the thermostat to the midpoint between the
COLD
and
COLDEST
settings. The compressor will run continuously for a few hours until the
temperature inside the appliance becomes stable. After this, the compressor runs
normally (i.e., turns on and off periodically).
When the unit is operated for the first time, it is suggested that you not put food
inside until the compressor is running normally.
Adjusting the thermostat clockwise will make the compressor run for a longer time
with a shorter compressor stop time, and the temperature inside the appliance will
become colder. The setting should be regulated according to ambient conditions
and the desired temperature. The compressor will run for a while after each
regulation before reaching a steady temperature.
Please note:
Cold air falls and warmer air rises, and there will be a small
temperature variation from the bottom of the unit to the top. The temperature
at the bottom of the unit will always be slightly colder.
Operating the Internal Light
This appliance has an internal light to make it easier for you to see the foods you
have stored. When the door is open, the light will be on and when it is closed, the
light will be off.
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