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CAUTION
Store the unit out of the reach of children. If you have children, you may want to take additional precautions such as removing the
door to prevent a child from being trapped inside the refrigerator.
IMPORTANT
Do NOT touch the power plug when your hands are wet. NEVER unplug the unit by pulling the cord.
PREPARING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FOR STORAGE
TROUBLESHOOTING
If the refrigerator will not be used for a long time, or is to be moved to another place, it will be necessary to defrost the unit and dry the interior.
1. Disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply by removing the power plug from the wall socket.
2. Leave the door open to allow for air circulation and to prevent mold, mildew, and unpleasant smells.
3. Once the interior is dry and clean the unit will be ready for storage.
ISSUE
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
The refrigerator turns on
and off frequently.
The room temperature is higher than the recommended
ambient environment.
Run the refrigerator at the appropriate
ambient temperature.
The door is being opened often.
Minimize the number of times the door
is opened.
The door is not completely closed.
Make sure the door is completely closed.
The door gasket is not sealing properly.
Make sure the door gasket is properly sealed.
The refrigerator does not have the suggested
ventilation.
Read and follow the “Installation
Clearance Requirements” section.
The refrigerator does not
turn on.
There is a power failure.
Ensure the refrigerator is plugged in and the outlet has
power.
The refrigerator is not plugged in.
Plug the unit in to a power outlet that has sufficient
amperage.
A house fuse has blown or the circuit breaker is tripped.
Replace the broken fuse in your fuse box or reset the
breaker. Make sure the outlet has sufficient amperage.
The refrigerator will
not reach the desired
temperature.
The refrigerator has restricted air flow due to too much
storage.
Open up space in the cabinet to allow air flow.
The refrigerator is placed too close to a heat source.
Keep the refrigerator away from direct
sunlight or other heat sources.
The refrigerator does not have sufficient
ventilation.
Read and follow the “Installation Clearance
Requirements” section.
The door is opened too frequently or for long periods of
time.
Close the door tightly and do not open the door too
frequently or for long periods of time.
The refrigerator is making
strange noises.
Certain sounds are normal
Read the “Normal Sounds” section.
The unit is not level or is touching another appliance.
Check to make sure the refrigerator is level and that it is
not in contact with another appliance or furniture.
The body of the
refrigerator is electrified.
The unit is not properly grounded.
Contact your local electrician to test your electrical
grounding system.
