Avanti 309YBT User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

Model Numbers: 308YWT/309YBT

No. de Modelos: 308YWT/309YBT

CAUTION:

BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

Avanti has a policy of continuous improvement on its

products and reserves the right to change materials

and specifications without notice.

Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co.,Inc,

P. O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 33152

WWW. avantiproducts. com

Warranty Information

Thank you for purchasing this fine Avanti product. Please fill out this card and

return it within 100 days of purchase and receive these

important benefits:

Confirm your warranty:

Your prompt product registration confirms your right to the protection available under the terms and conditions of your Avanti warranty.

Protect your product:

■ We wili keep the mode! number and date of purchase of your new Avanti product on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance ciaim such as fire or theft.

^ Promote better products:

We value your input. Your response will help us develop products designed to best meet your future needs.

-(detach here) Avanti Registration Card

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•Address City

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Warranty: □ Extended □ Food Loss D None

Reason-For Choosing This Avanti

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Product: Please indicate the most important

factors that influenced your decision to purchase this product.

□ Price

□ Product Features

□ Avanti Reputation □ Product Quality □ Salesperson Recommendation □ Friend/Relative Recommendation

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Date Purchased Store/Dealer Name

Occupation

As Your Primary Residence, Do You: □ Own

Your Age:

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□ Rent

□ under 18 DIS-ZS

□ 31-35 □36-50

Marital Status:

□ Married □ Single

Is This Product Used In The: □ Home □ Business

How Did You Learn About This

Product:

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HELP US HELP YOU,

Read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new appliance properly.

Keep rt handy to answer your questions, if you don't understand something or your need more help, please call:

AvantI Customer Service

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You'll find them on a plate located on the back of the appliance.

Please write these numbers here:

Date of Purchase

800-220-5570

Model Number

Keep proof of original purchase date

(such as your sales slip )wrth this guide Serial Number

to establish the warranty period.

CAUTION:

THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT DESIGNED FOR THE STORAGE OF MEDICINE OR OTHER MEDICAL PRODUCTS.

Use these numbers in any correspon

dence or service calls concerning your

appliance.

If you received a damaged appliance, immediately contact the dea!er(or builder) that spld you the appliance.

Save time and money. Before you call for service, check the Troubleshooting Guide, It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

We’ re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are some steps to foliow for further help. FIRST, contact the people who ser viced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details, including your telephone number, and send to:

Customer Service Avanti Products 10880 NW 30 Street Miami, FL 33172

Parts and Features

1. Countertop/Тара Superior

2^Freezer Compartment/Compartimiento del Congelador

3. Ice Cu^ Tray/Cubetera de Hielo

4. Temperature Control Dial and Light Bulb/Caja de Control do Temperaturas у Lámpara

5. Removable Refrigerator Shelf/Estante Removible de Refrigerador

6. Drain Hoie/Agujero Para Salida

7. Crisper/.Gaveta Para Vegetales

8. Height Adjustable Legs/Patas de Nivelar

9. Bottle Rack/Compartimiento Para Botellas

Registration Information and Registration Card

Help Us Help You...........................................................................................1

Parts and Features ......................................................................................2

Important Safety Instructions .....................................................................4

installation Instructions...............................................................................4

Before Using Your Appliance .....................................................................4

Installation of Your Appliance ....................................................................4

Electrical Connection ..................................................................................5

Reversing the Door Swing of Your Appliance.......................................6^7

Operating Your Appliance

Temperature Control ...................................................................................8

Winter Position

Defrosting Your Appliance .........................................................................8

Using Your Ice Cube Tray

Evaporator Drip Tray ...................................................................................9

Changing The Light Bulb

Care and Maintenance

Cleaning Your Appliance ................................................................-

Vacation Time............................................................................................ 10

Moving Your Appliance ........................................................................... 10

Energy Saving Tips ..................v

Troubleshooting Guide .............................................................................11

Service For Your Appliance ......................................................................12

Your Avanti Products Warranty

Parts Breakdown........................................................-

Parts List .................................................................................................. 15

Wiring Diagram ..........................................................................................16

Spanish Version ...................................................................................17-20

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Important Safety Instructions

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your appli ance, follow these basic precautions:

• Read ail instructions before using the appliance.

• Danger or Warning: Risk of child entrapment.

• Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous,.. even if they will “Just sit in ttie garage a few days. ”

• Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer: Take off the

doors. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb in side.

• Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the appliance.

• Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a Are hazard or explosion.

• Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes cmi create a fire hazard or explosion.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

^ Before Using Your Appliance

• Remove the exterior and interior packing.

• Check to be sure you have all of the following parts:

• ice scraper

• Ice cube tray

• Instruction Manual

• Before connecflng the appliance to the power source, let it stand upright for approx

imately 2 hours. This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation.

• Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth.

^ Installation of Your Appliance

• This appliance is designed to be free standing only, and should not be recessed or

built - in.

• Place your appliance on a floor that is strong enough to support the appliance when it'

is fully loaded. To level your appliance, adjust the legs at the front of the appliartce.

• Allow 5 inches of space between the back and sides of the appliance, which allows

the proper air circulation to cool the compressor.

• Locate the appliance away from direct sunlight and sources of heat (stove, heater, radiator, etc.) . Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumptioa Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the appliance not to psrform property.

• Avoid locating the appliance In moist areas. Too much moisture in the air will cause

frost to form quickly on the evaporator requiring more frequent defrosting of the ap pliance.

• Plug the appliance into an exclusive properly installed - grounded wall outlet. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Any questions concerning power and or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician or an authorized Avanti Products senrice center.

• After plugging the appliance into a wall outlet, allow the unit to cool down for 2 - 3 hours before placing food in the freezer or refrigerator compartment.

^ Electrical Connection

y Warning y

Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by an authorized Avanti Products service center.

Grounding Instructions. Refer to serial plate for correct electrical rating. This appliance must be grounded. In

the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of an electric shock. This appliance is equipped with three - prong cord with a ground plug. Do not, under any droumstances, cut or remove the ground (frong from the power cord sup plied with this appliance. This appliance must be plugged into an outiet that is properly grounded. Consult a qualified electrician for any questions as to whether your home or business has the proper electrical connections. Receptacles with Ground Fault

Circuit Interrupters (GFCi) are NOT. RECOMMENDED.

Use of extension cords is not recommended. Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly

and pull straight out from the receptacle.

This appliance requires a standard 115/120 volt, 60Hz electrical outlet with three -

prong ground. The cord should be secured behind the appliance and not left exposed or dangling to prevent accidental injury.

if voltage varies by 10 percent or more, refrigerator performance may be affect ed. Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the motor. Such damage is not covered under the wananty. If you suspect your household voltage is

high or low, consult your power company for testing.

Do not pinch, knot, or bend the power cord in any manner.

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