INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model Number / No. de Modelo: AR2412B
REFRIGERATOR
(REFRIGERADOR)
CAUTION:
BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
La sección en español empieza en la págína 15
Avanti Products 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
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Refrigerator Safety 4
Important Safeguides 5
Help Us Help You 6
Parts and Features 7
Important Safety Instructions 8
Installation Instructions 8
Before Using Your Appliance 8
Installation of Your Appliance 8
Electric al Connection 9
Operating Your Appliance 10
Temperature Control 10
Care and Maintenance 10
Power Failure 10
Vacation Time 10
Moving Your Appliance 10
Energy Saving Tips 11
Reversing the Door Swing of Your Appliance 11
Troubleshooting Guide 12
Service for Your Appliance 13
Wiring Diagram 13
Your Avanti Products Warranty 14
Instrucciones en Español 15 – 17
Registration Information an d Registration Card 19
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REFRIGERATOR SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual for your appliance. Always read
and obey all safety messages.
This is the Safety Alert Symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that
can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the Safety
Alert Symbol and either the words” DANGER”, “WARNING” o r “CAUTION”.
Danger means that failure to heed this
safety statement may result in severe
personal injury or death.
Warning means that failure to heed this
safety statement may result in extensive
product damage, serious personal injury, or
death.
Caution means that failure to heed this
safety statement may result in minor or
moderate personal injury, property or
equipment damage.
All safety messages will alert you to know what potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance
of injury, and let you know what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUIDES
Before the refrigerator is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as
described in this manual so read the manual carefully. To reduce the risk of fire,
electrical shock or injury when using the refrigerator, follow basic precaution,
including the following:
Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet, do not remove grounding prong, do not use an adapter, and
do not use an extension cord.
It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use
receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain.
Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids. These fumes can create a fire hazard or
explosion. And do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard o r explosion.
Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations, make sure the power line of the
unit is disconnected.
Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug when your hands are wet.
Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power before cleaning or servicing. Failure to do so can
result in electrical shock or death.
Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your refrigerator unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
FOLLOW WARNING CALL OUTS BELOW ONLY WHEN APPLICABLE T O YOUR MODEL
Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or
other inju ry.
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, the front of the unit must be completely
unobstructed. Choose a well-ventilated area with temperatures above 60°F (16
90°F (32°C). This unit must be installed in an area protected from the element, such as wind, rain,
water spray or drips.
The refrigerator should not be located next to ovens, grills or other sourc es of high heat.
The refrigerator must be installed with all electrical, water and drain connections in accordance
with state and local codes. A standard electrical supply (115 V AC only, 60 Hz ), properly
grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances is
required.
Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord of refrigerat or.
The fuse (or circuit breaker) size should be 15 amperes.
It is important for the refrigerator to be lev eled in order to work properly. You may need to make
several adjustments to level it.
All installation must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.
Make certain that the pipes are not pinched or kinked or damaged during installations.
Check for leaks after connection.
Never allow children to operate, play with or crawl inside the refrigerato r.
Although the unit has been tested at the factory, due to long-term transit and storage, the first
batch of cubes must be discarded.
Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents of abrasives on the interior. These cleaners may
damage or discolor the interior.
Do not use this apparatus for other than its intended purpose.
°
C) and below
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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 it handy to answer your questions.
If you don't understand something or your
need more help, please call:
AVANTI PRODUCTS Appliance
Customer Service
718-893-3900
Keep proof of original purchase date (such as
your sales slip) with this guide to establish the
warranty period.
CAUTION:
THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT
DESIGNED FOR THE STORAGE
OF MEDICINE OR OTHER
MEDICAL PRODUCTS.
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 follow for further help.
FIRST, co ntact the people who s erviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In
most cases, this will solve the problem.
Write down the model and serial numbers.
You'll find them on a plate located on the
inside left wall the appliance.
Please write these numbers here:
____________________________________
Date of Purchase
____________________________________
Model Number
____________________________________
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence or
service calls concerning your appliance.
If you receiv e d a da maged appliance,
immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that
sold you the appliance.
Save time and money. Before you call for
service, check the Troubleshooting Gui de. It
lists caus es of minor oper a ting problem s that
you can correct yourself.
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
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