MODEL NUMBER ;CF102Y
FREEZER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CAUTION;
BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
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HELP US HELP YOU ...
Read this guide carefully.
It is intended to help you operate and
maintain your new freezer properly.
Keep it handy to answer your questions.
If you don't understand something or you
need more help, please call;
Avanti Customer Service
800-220-5570
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.
Write down the model and serial
numbers.
You'll find them on a plate located on the
back center of the freezer above the coils.
Before sending in this card, please write
these numbers here:
Date of Purchase
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence
or service calls concerning your freezer.
If you received a damaged freezer,
immediately contact the dealer (or builder)
that sold you the freezer.
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,, contact the people who serviced
your appliance. Explain why you are not
pleased. In most cases, this will solve the
problem.
Save time and money. Before you call for
service, check the Problem Solver Guide. It
lists causes of minor operating problems
that you can correct yourself.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all
the details, including your telephone
number, to:
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Table of Contents
Warranty Information and Registration Card
Help Us Help You
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Parts and Features ---------------------------------------Important Safety Instructions
Installation Instructions
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Before Using Your Freezer.
Installation of Your FreezerElectrical Connection
Operating Your Freezer
Temperature Control
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-----------Fast Freeze Switch --------------Defrosting Your Freezer
The Freezer Compartment
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Care and Maintenance
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Cleaning Your Freezer
Vacation Time
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Moving Your Freezer
Energy Saving Tips
Troubleshooting Guide
Service For Your Freezer
Your Avanti Products Warranty.
CF-102Y Parts Breakdown
CF102Y Parts List
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Wiring Diagram---------------------------
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PARTS AND FEATURES
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1 - Slide-out Basket
2 - Control Panel
3 - Defrost Drain
4 - Handie
5 - Gasket
6 - Hinge
7 - Divider
8 - Compressor Cover
■9^AC Power Cord
10- Rollers
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Important Safety Instructions
AwarningX
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,
or injury when using your appliance, follow
these basic precautions:
Read all 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 the 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 inside.
Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the appliance.
Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a Tire
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 can create a fire hazard or explosion.
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Installation instructions
Before Using Your Freezer
• Remove the exterior and interior packing.
• Check to be sure you have ail of the parts listed below:
■ 1 Storage Basket
■ 1 Instruction Manual
■ 1 Plastic Scraper
• Before connecting the appliance to the power source, let it stand upright for
approximately 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 doth.
installation of Your Freezer
• Place your freezer on a floor that is strong enough to support the appliance
when it is fully loaded.
• Allow 3 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 or water
(stove, heater, radiator, sink, pool, etc). Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic
coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption. All electrical
appliances should be kept away from water to prevent possibility of electrical
shock. Avoid humid places and extreme cold ambient temperatures, as this will
affect the cooling efficiency of your appliance.
• 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
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• 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 service
center.
> Electrical Connection
Warning
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.
This appliance should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this
appliance is equipped with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall
outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock.
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord
supplied.
Use of extension cords is not recommended.
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.
The Tower On "light indicates that the freezer is properly connected to the electrical power.
The light indicates power supply, and will glow even if the temperature control dial is turned to
"0",or the compressor has failed to work and the compartment is not being cooled.
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The "Compressor On”light indicates that the compressor is on and running. The compressor
should not, under normal conditions,be. running continuously unless the unit is in" Fast Freeze”
mode.
OPERATING YOUR FREEZER
Temperature Control
• Your freezer has one control for regulating the temperature . The temperature control is
located on the lower right hand corner.
• The first time you turn the unit on, switch on the Fast Freeze switch (amber light) and
run for at least 8 hours before putting frozen foods inside. This will ensure the cabinet
is thoroughly chilled before food is put in.
• Turn off the Fast Freeze switch .
• The range of the temperature control is from position "1” the warmest to "7” the
coldest. Adjust the temperature control to the setting that best suits your needs.
The setting of "4” should be correct for home or office freezer use .
• To turn the freezer off, turn the temperature control to "0” .
NOTE:
■ Turning the temperature control to“0” position stops the cooling cycle but does not shut
off the power to the freezer.
■ If the unit is unplugged, lost power, or turned off; you must wait 3 to 5 minutes
before restarting the unit. If you attempt to restart before this time delay, the freezer
will not start.
■ Large amounts of food will lower the cooling efficiency of the appliance.
■ If you choose to change the thermostat setting, adjust thermostat control by one
numerical increment at a time. Allow several hours for temperature to stabilize
between adjustments.
> The Fast Freeze Switch (Amber)
• The light glows while the Fast Freeze switch is in the “ON’' position.
• The switch overrides the thermostat and will make the compressor operate
continuously, lowering the cabinet temperature still further than the thermostat setting.
• This switch is used to freeze unfrozen food in appreciable quantities.
• 'When loading the freezer, freeze only three pounds of fresh food per cubic foot of
freezer space at one time.
• Distribute packages to be frozen evenly throughout the freezer.
• It is not necessary to adjust the thermostat setting when using the Fast Freeze switch.
> Defrosting Your Freezer
• When? For the most efficient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost the
freezer when the frost on the freezer walls is excessive or V4 to V2 inch thick.
• Choose a time when the stock of frozen food is low.
• How?
CAUTION
Do not use boiling water because it may damage the plastic parts. In addition,
never use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the
cooling coils and will void the warranty. We recommend using the plastic scraper
provided with your unit.
Remove the frozen food from the freezer and place it in a cooler to protect the food.
Turn the thermostat knob to "0”.
Unplug the freezer. The Power Supply light should be off (green light out).
During the defrost, the ice melts into the cabinet.
Remove the drain plug on the inside floor of the freezer by pulling straight out.
Place a shallow pan under the outside drain outlet. The defrost water will drain out.
Remove the drain plug on the outside wall of the freezer by pulling straight out.
Check the pan occasionally so the water does not overflow.
Clean the interior of the freezer (See "Cleaning”Pg. 9).
Replace the plugs on the inside floor and outside wail.
Reset the thermostat to desired setting.
Allow the cabinet to cool for one hour, then replace the food.
Switch on the Fast Freeze for a minimum of 2 hours.
Return food to the freezer.
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HELPFUL HINT:
Defrosting usually takes a few hours. Leaving the door open will help speed the
process. Also, pouring warm water (not boiling) on the ice/frost will help speed melting,
if you must use a scraper-please use caution-it is very easy to damage the freezer
compartment and void your warranty.
^ The Freezer Compartment
• This compartment is designed for the long term storage of frozen food. Storage time is
up to three months.
• The storage life of frozen foods varies and the recommended storage time should not be
exceeded. The instructions regarding the care of frozen foods should be followed when
defrosting the freezer.
• Pre-packed commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen
foods manufacturer's instructions for a three star frozen food storage compartment or
home freezer.
• Place frozen food into the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase. If there are
instructions on the packet, carefully follow these instructions regarding storage times.
• The freezer door is susceptible to breaking due to excessive ice build up. Be sure to
defrost when the ice reaches iA to 1/2 inch thick.
• A storage basket is provided for the organization of odd-shaped items.To reach other
packages in the freezer, just slide the basket to one side, or lift it out.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
> Cleaning Your Freezer
• Upon installation of your new appliance,it is recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly.
• Turn the temperature control to “0”, unplug the freezer, remove the food and storage
basket.
• Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth containing a water and baking soda solution.
The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water.
• Wash the storage basket with a mild detergent solution.
Be sure to keep the door gasket (seal) clean to keep the unit running efficiently.
• The outside of the freezer should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water.
• Dry the interior and'exterior with a soft cloth.
• The condenser coils should be vacuumed when they are dusty or dirty.
• It is recommended that the unit be cleaned each time it is defrosted to help keep the
unit odor free and running efficiently.
Vacation Time
Remove ail the food.
Unplug the freezer.
Clean the freezer.
Leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation,mold,or odors.
Use extreme caution in the case of children. The unit should not be accessible to child's
play.
• In the case of long term storage, the unit should be sealed with tape,or have the door
removed.
> Moving Your Freezer
• Remove all the food.
• Securely tape down all loose items inside your freezer.
• Remove the rollers to prevent damage
• Tape the doors shut.
• Be sure the freezer stays in the upright position during transportation.
^ Energy Saving Tips
• The freezer should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing
appliances or heating ducts, and out of the direct sunlight.
• Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the freezer. Overloading the
freezer forces the compressor to run longer. Foods that freeze too slowly may lose
quality, or spoil.
• Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before placing them in the
freezer. This cuts down on frost build— up inside the freezer.
• Freezer storage bin should not be lined with aluminum foil,wax paper, orpaper toweling.
, Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the freezer less efficient.
• Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches. Remove as
many items as needed at one time, and dose the door as soon as possible.
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PROBLEMS WITH YOUR FREEZER^
You can solve many common freezer problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible
service call.Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling
the servicer.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
Freezer does not operate.
Compressor turns on and off frequently.
Not plugged in.
The circuit breaker tripped or blown fuse.
The freezer temperature control is set at “O/OFF”.
The room temperature is hotter than normal.
A large amount of food has been added to the
freezer.
The door is opened too often.
The door is not closed completely.
The temperature control is not set correctly.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
The freezer does not have the correct
clearances.
The freezer has recently been disconnected for a
period of time. Four hours are required for the
freezer to cool down completely.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Temperature inside the freezer is too warm.
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Temperature inside the freezer is too cold.
Temperature of external freezer surface is warm.
Louder sound levels whenever freezer is on.
Louder sound levels when compressor comes
on.
Temperature control is set too warm. Turn the
control to a cooler setting and allow several hours
for the temperature to stabilize.
Door is kept open too long or is opened too
frequentlly. Warm air enters the freezer every
time the door is opened. Open the door less
often.
The door is not closed completely.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
A large amount of warm or hot food might have
been stored recently. Walt until the freezer has
had a chance to reach its selected temperature.
The freezer has recently been disconnected for a
period of time. Four hotrs are required for the
freezer to cool down completely.
Temperature control is set too cold. Turn the
control to a warmer setting and allow several
hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Fast Freeze switch is turned on. This causes
continuous running of the compressor and
bypasses the temperature control.
The exterior freezer walls can be as much as
30°F warmer than room temperature. This is
normal while the compressor works to transfer
heat from inside the freezer cabinet.
Modern freezers have increased storage capacity
and more even temperatures. They require high
efficiency compressors. When the surrounding
noise level is low, you might hear the compressor
running while it cools the interior.
Freezer operates at higher pressures during the
start of the ON cycle. This is normal. Sound will
level off or disappear as freezer continues to run..
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Popping or aacking sound when compressor
comes on.
Bubbling or gurgling sound, like water boiling, Refrigerant (used to cool freezer)is circulating
Metal parts undergo expansion and contraction,
as in hot water pipes. TNs is normal. Sound will
level off or disappear as freezer continues to run.
throughout the system. This is normal.
Vibrations.
Moisture forms on inside freezer walls-
Moisture forms on outside of freezer.
The door will not close properly.
Check to assure that the freezer is level.
Floor is uneven or weak. Freezer rocks on the
floor when it is moved slightly. Be sure floor can
adequately support freezer. Level the freezer by
putting wood or metal shims under part of the
freezer.
The freezer is touching the wall. Re-level the
freezer and move it from the wall.
See "Installation Instructions”
Weather is hot and humid, which increases
internal rate of frost build-up. This is normal.
Door is slightly open.
Door is kept open too long, or is opened too
frequently. Open the door less often.
The door is not sealed properly.
Door is slightly open,causing cold air from inside
the freezer to meet warm moist air from outside.
The freezer is not level.
The gasket is dirty.
The storage basket is out of position.
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SERVICE FOR YOUR FREEZER
We are proud of our customer service organization and the network of professional service
technicians that provide service on your Avanti appliances. With the purchase of your Avanti
appliance, you can have the confidence that if you ever need additional information or
assistance the Avanti Products Customer Service team will be here for you. Just call us toll-free.
AVANTI PRODUCTS CUSTOMER SERVICES
Product Information
800-323-5029
Part Orders
800-220-5570
In-Home Repair Service
800-220-5570
Whatever your questions are about our
products, help is available.
You may order parts and accessories that
will be delivered directly to your home.
You may order these items by personal
check »money order, Master Card, or Visa,
An Avanti Products authorized service center
will provide expert repair service, scheduled
at a time that is convenient for you.Our
trained servicers know your appliance inside
and out.
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YOUR Avanti Products WARRANTY
Staple your sales receipt here.Proof of
original purchase date is needed to
obtain service under warranty .
WHAT IS COVERED
LIMITED ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
For one year from the date of
purchase by the original owner,
Avanti Products will,at its option,
repair or replace any part of the
freezer,which proves to be defective
in material or workmanship under
normal use . During this period
Avanti Products will provide all parts
and labor necessary to correct such
defects free of charge,so long as
the appliance has been installed and
operated in accordance with the
written instructions in this manual.In
rental or comrhercial use, the
warranty period is 90 days .
LIMITED SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR WARRANTY
For the second through the fifth year
from date of original purchase,
Avanti Products will provide a
replacement compressor free of
charge due to a failure. You are
responsible for the service labor "and
freight charges. In rental or
commercial use, the limited
compressor warranty is one year and
nine months . Cost to move the
appliance to the servicers'shop and
back to the user’s home, as may be
required,are the user’s responsibility .
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Content losses of food due to spoilage,
incidental or consequential damages.
Parts and labor costs for the following
will not be considered as warranty;
Evaporator doors, door springs, and/or
frames.
Inner door panels, door shelves, door
rails, and/or door supports.
Chest freezer lid liners.
Vegetable crispers.
Light bulbs and/or plastic housing.
Plastic cabinet liners.
Punctured evaporator that voids the
warranty on the complete sealed
system .
Repairs performed by unauthorized
servicers.
Service calls that do not involve
defects in material or workmanship
such as customer education, door
reversal,or proper installation.
Service calls that are related to
external problems, such as abuse,
misuse, inadequate electrical power,
accidents, fire, floods, or acts of God.
Replacement of house fuses or
resetting circuit breakers.
Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose.
This warranty does not apply outside
the Continental USA.
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CF102Y PARTS BREAKDOWN
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NO. DESCRIPTION
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2
3 Lid side strip
4
5
Cabinet
Insulation
Handle
Lid
6 Lid foaming hole cap
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8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15 Short inner tank
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18 Ventilated plastic shelf
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20
Hinges
Self-tapping screws
Cabinet rear pane!
Breaker
Basket
Evaporator
Long inner tank
Inner tank connection bar
Temperature sensor tube
Receiver Tube
Capillary tube
Heat shrinkable tube B
21 Heat shrinkable tube A
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23 Rollers
24 Fixing panel
25
26
27 Bottom carrying bar
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29
30
31 Compressor bottom panel
32
33
34 Compressor protection block
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36
37
38
39
40 Control panel
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42
43
44
45 Plug
Receiver tube's receiving
Wire Connection box
' Compressor
Sealed plastic panel
Cabinet bottom panel
Drier and filter
Wires
Wire fitting block
Condenser
Condenser brackets/saews
Nameplate
Drain hole
Lid gasket
Temperature dial
Fast freeze switch
Indicator
Liner
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