Aga Ranges 61ARA 115V User Manual

Aga 61ARA 115V

Installation

Operation &

Maintenance

Instructions

Welcome

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Such revisions do not entitle the buyer to corresponding changes, improvements,

additions, replacements or compensation for previously purchased products.

Remove Packaging

Your refrigerator has been packed for shipment with all
parts that could be damaged by movement securely
fastened. Before using, be sure all packing materials and
tape have been removed.

Important

Keep your carton packaging until your refrigerator has
been thoroughly inspected and found to be in good
condition. If there is damage, the packaging will be needed
as proof of damage in transit.

Safety Precautions

Grounding Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Help Prevent Tragedies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Installation

Select Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Cabinet Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Things to Remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Operating Your Refrigerator

Set the Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Cleaning and Maintaining Your Refrigerator

Condenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Door Gasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Light Tube Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Troubleshooting

In the Event of a Power Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

If You Need Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

For Your Records

Aga Customer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Warranty Information

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Grounding Method

This product is factory equipped with a power supply cord
that has a three-pronged grounded plug. It must be
plugged into a mating grounding type receptacle in
accordance with the National Electrical Code and
applicable local codes and ordinances. If the circuit does
not have a grounding type receptacle, it is the
responsibility and obligation of the customer to exchange
the existing receptacle in accordance with the National
Electrical Code and applicable local codes and ordinances.
The third ground prong should not, under any
circumstances, be cut or removed. All U.L. listed
refrigerated products are equipped with this type of plug.

Help Prevent Tragedies

Each year children die because they climb inside a
discarded refrigeration product, get trapped inside and
suffocate. Take precautions to prevent such tragedies by
removing the door, taping or chaining it shut before
discarding.

Disposal

When you dispose of this product, do so in a way
sympathetic to the environment. For further information
contact your local authority.

Safety Precautions

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THIS UNIT SHOULD NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUM-

STANCES, BE UNGROUNDED.

Electrical Connection

Use nominal 115 volt, 60 cycle AC only. DO NOT USE AN
EXTENSION CORD

Select Location

The proper location will ensure peak performance of your
appliance. Choose a location where the unit will be out of
direct sunlight and away from heat sources. Best
performance will be maintained when installed within the
following parameters:

A gap of 24in (606mm) is recommended between units for
moving the refrigerator. A clearance of 3in (76mm) is
required to the side of the unit that the hinges are located
on to allow for the door to open 90° degrees. Please see
diagram for recommendations for built in applications.

Cabinet Clearance

Adjacent cabinets and countertop can be installed on top,
back and sides of the unit as long as the grille and door
access remain unobstructed. Ventilation is required for the
bottom front section of the unit where the grille is located.
Keep this area open and clear of any obstructions.

Make certain that the leveling legs supplied with the wine
cooler are installed according to the instructions. Leveling
adjustments can be made by raising or lowering the glides
on the bottom of the unit.

Installing Your Refrigerator

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Ideal Ambient Temperature Range

Built-in 65° – 80°F
Free-Standing 65° – 90°F.

DISCONNECT POWER SOURCE BEFORE

ADJUSTING LEVELING LEGS

24” 24”

wall structure

adjacent cabinet

left hand swing right hand swing

3“/76mm

Things to Remember

1. Allow 24 hours for your refrigerator to reach a new
temperature setting.

2. The motor will start and stop often; it must do this
to maintain the temperature you select.

3. Keep your refrigerator reasonably level.

4. Unplug the refrigerator before working on anything
with the electrical system.

5. Exercise caution when sweeping, vacuuming, or
mopping near the front of the unit. Damage to the
grille, and/or the light fixture switch can occur.

6. For all cleaning of the refrigerator, mix 2 table
spoons baking soda with 1 quart warm water or use
mild soap. Do not use strong cleaners or scouring
powder or pads.

7. Keep all flame or sparks away from flammable
material storage refrigerators when opening door to
remove or store commodities.

8. Disconnect electrical power before removing F.M.S
electrical plug.

Installation

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Operating Your Refrigerator

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additions, replacements or compensation for previously purchased products.

Set the Control

The total available temperature range of the unit is from
33°F to 45°F. The temperature can be lowered or raised by
turning the control clockwise or counterclockwise,
respectively. As with any refrigeration product, there is a
slight temperature variance at different locations within the
cabinet. To start your appliance, use a screwdriver to turn
the control clockwise to the middle thermostat setting.
Once the bottles are loaded, allow at least 48 hours for the
unit to stabilize before making any adjustments to the
initial setting.

We recommend you place a small thermometer inside the
refrigerator that can be monitored easily when the door is
opened.. This will help you establish the cabinet interior
temperature you wish to store your wine collection at.

Defrosting

Your refrigerator automatically defrost its cooling plate
during each compressor off cycle. No manual defrosting is
required.

Cleaning and Maintaining Your Refrigerator

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additions, replacements or compensation for previously purchased products.

Condenser

The condenser tubing inside the cabinet does not require
frequent cleaning; however, satisfactory cooling depends
on adequate ventilation over the coils. Be sure that nothing
obstructs the required air flow openings in front of the
cabinet. At least once or twice a year brush or vacuum lint
and dirt from the grille. Also at least once or twice a year
brush or vacuum lint and dirt from the condenser for
efficient performance by unscrewing the grille on the
bottom front of the cabinet.

Cabinet

The painted cabinet can be washed with mild soap and
water and thoroughly rinsed with clear water. Never use
abrasive scouring powders.

Interior

Wash interior compartment with mild soap and water. Do
not use an abrasive powder, solvent, polish cleaner or
undiluted detergent.

Door Gasket

The vinyl gasket may be cleaned with mild soap and water,
a baking soda solution or a mild scouring powder.

Light Tube Replacement

WARNING! DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD BEFORE
ATTEMPTING LIGHT TUBE REPLACEMENT. Failure to do
so may result in an electrical shock that could severely
injure you.

This product uses two, 6 watt light tubes to illuminate the
interior of the refrigerator. The light tubes are very reliable
electrical components, but should either or both light
tubes not function properly, please call the dealer you
purchased your refrigerator from for replacement light
tubes. Use only original equipment light tubes from your
dealer or manufacturer.

Light tube replacement consists of using a small cross head
screwdriver to remove the two screws that hold a cover
plate over the back section of the light tube. Set the screws
and cover plate aside for re-assembly later.

Using a small flat-blade screwdriver, gently lever the front
section of the light tube down to allow it to be pulled
clear of the light housing.

Disconnect the two insulated electrical connectors from
the cabinet’s electrical cable and discard the old light tube.
Reconnect the insulated electrical connector of the new
light tube to the cabinet’s electrical cable connectors.
Make sure they are secure and fully inserted.

Carefully realign the light tube’s electrical terminals back
into the rear of the light enclosure channel making sure
not to crimp them. Gently insert the light tube along the
length of the light enclosure channel. Press the light tube
gently into the light enclosure channel. Only a small part of
the light tube should project below the ceiling of the
refrigerator. DO NOT USE A HAMMER TO FIT THE LIGHT
TUBE.

Place the light tube terminal cover plate back in its original
position on the light enclosure’s flange. Re-use the original
two screws to secure it in place. Plug the refrigerator into
the electrical socket. Check to see if the light tubes operate
properly. Your light tube’s replacement is complete.

The light tubes are not covered by your guarantee.
Replacement tubes can be obtained from your service
provider or from Aga Appliances.

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Light Tube

Connectors

Cover Plate

Screws

In the Event of a Power Failure

Most power failures are corrected within two hours and
will not affect the unit’s temperature providing you
minimize the number of door openings while the power is
off. If it is extremely hot and power remains off for an
extended period of time you may want to move the
contents of your refrigerator to a cooler place until power
is restored.

What to Do If You Need Service

Before calling for service, check the trouble shooting table.
This table lists possible problems that you can remedy
without difficulty to avoid an unnecessary service call.

If you do need service, contact your dealer or the
manufacturer. In any correspondence, refer to the model
number and serial number of your unit which is located
on the lower front cabinet flange. Retain your proof of
purchase. You may want to record these numbers in the
space provided on page 8. Follow the procedure outlined
on page 9.

Troubleshooting

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additions, replacements or compensation for previously purchased products.

Problem

Odor in cabinet

Noisy operation

Cabinet vibrates

Cabinet light not working

Appliance will not run

Appliance runs too long

Moisture collects inside

Moisture collects on outside surface

Interior too hot/too cold

Possible Causes/Solutions

• Interior needs cleaning

• Cabinet not level

• Weak floor

• Cabinet not level

• Weak floor

• Tube burned out

• No power at outlet

• Temperature control turned to “OFF”

• Line cord not plugged in

• No power at electrical outlet

• House fuse blown

• Prolonged door openings

• Control set too cold

• Condenser needs cleaning

• Too many door openings

• Prolonged door openings

• Hot, humid weather increases condensation

• Hot, humid weather increases condensation.
As humidity decreases, moisture will disappear.

• Control improperly set.

• Control improperly set

• Faulty thermometer

• Relocate thermometer to center of cabinet
and recheck

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For Your Records

Aga Customer Care

If you have difficulty , or a problem with your appliance,
this leaflet will help you to resolve the matter.

Please complete the appliance details below and keep
them safe for future reference - this information will
enable us to accurately identify your particular appliance
and help us to help you. Filling this in now will save you
time and inconvenience if you later have a problem with
your appliance. It may also be of benefit to keep your
purchase receipt with this leaflet. You may be required to
produce the receipt to validate a warranty field visit.

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Such revisions do not entitle the buyer to corresponding changes, improvements,

additions, replacements or compensation for previously purchased products.

Date of Purcha se

Dealer’s Name

Dealer’s Address

Dealer’s City Dealer’s State Dealer’s Zip

Appliance Serial No.

Model No.

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Household Refrigeration Products Limited Warranty

Entire Product - Limited One Year Parts and Labor Warranty. Aga Ranges
warrants that it will supply all necessary parts and labor to repair or replace
in the end user's home or office, any component which proves to be
defective in materials or workmanship, subject to the condition and
exclusions stated below, for period of one year from date of purchase by
the end user.

Additional Second Through Fifth Year Limited Parts Only Warranty

During the four years following expiration of the One Year Limited
Warranty, Aga Ranges will supply replacement parts for the hermetically
sealed refrigeration system which consists of the compressor, condenser,
drier, connecting tubing and the evaporator that are proven to be
defective due to workmanship or materials subject to the conditions and
exclusions below.

The above warranties do not cover:

- Shipping costs of replacement parts or returned defective parts.

- Customer education or instructions on how to use the
refrigerator/freezer.

- Any content loss due to product failure. - Removal or installation.

Nor do the above warranties cover failure of this product or its
components due to:

- Transportation or subsequent damages.

- Use commercially or use other than normal household or office.

- Improper installation, misuse, abuse, accident or alteration, use on wiring
not confirming to electrical codes, low voltage, failure to provide necessary
maintenance, or other unreasonable use.

- Parts or service not supplied or designated by Aga Ranges.

The above warranties also do not apply if:

- The original Bill of Sale, deliver date or serial number cannot be verified.

- Defective parts are not returned for inspection if so requested by Aga
Ranges.

- The refrigeration equipment is not in the possession of the original end

use purchaser.

THE WARRANTIES SET FORTH HEREIN ARE THE ONLY WARRANTIES
EXTENDED BY AGA RANGES. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING
THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THESE EXPRESS WARRANTIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL
AGA RANGES BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM BREACH OF THESE OR
ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential
damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may
vary from state to state.

No person, firm or corporation is authorized to make any other warranty
or assume any other obligation for Aga Ranges. These warranties apply
only to products used in any of the fifty states of the United States and the
District of Columbia.

To obtain performance of this warranty, report any defects to:

Aga Ranges/Refrigeration Products Division
(Warranty Administration)
P.O. Box 997
Richmond, Indiana
47375
USA

1.800.243.1624

IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
CONTENT LOSS.

Some states do not allow limitations on length of time implied warranty
may last, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights
which very from state to state.

Warranty Information

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additions, replacements or compensation for previously purchased products.

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Notes

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41009302 Rev A

P.O. Box 997 • Richmond, Indiana • 47375 • USA • 1.800.243.1624

Aga Ranges/Refrigeration Products Division