Avanti EC152BH User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

Model Numbers/ Nos. de Modelo:

THERMOELECTRIC REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERADOR TERMOELECTRICO

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

La sección en español empieza en la página 13.

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

EC152BH

www.avantiproducts.com

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REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others ar e 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” or “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 to know what potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and let you know what can happen if the instruc tions ar e not foll o wed.

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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 or 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 TO YOUR MODEL

• Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

• 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°C) and below 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 sources of high heat.

• The refrigerator must be installed with all electrical 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 refrigerator.

• The fuse (or circuit breaker) size should be 15 amperes.

• It is important for the refrigerator to be leveled in order to work properly. You may need to make

several adjustments to level it.

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

• 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.

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CAUTION:

HELP US HELP YOU...

Read this guide carefully.

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

Keep it handy to answer your questions. If you don't understand something or you need more assistance, 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.

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

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

We're proud of our ser vice and want you to be pleased. If for som e reason you are not happ y with the service you receive, here are some steps to follow for further assistance. FIRST, contact the people who serviced your refrigerator. 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 rear outside wall of the refrigerator.

Please write these numbers here:

____________________________________ Date of Purchase

____________________________________ Model Number

____________________________________ Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your refrigerator.

If you received a damaged refrigerator, immediately contact t he de aler (or bu ilder) that sold you the refrigerator.

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.

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

Customer Servic e

Avanti Products 10880 NW 30 Street Miami, FL 33172 USA

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Refrigerator Safety

Important Safeguides

Help Us Help You

Parts and Features

Important Safety Instructions

Installation Instructions

Before Using Your Appliance

Installation of Your Applianc e

Electrical Connection

Reversing the Door Swing of Your Appliance

Operating Your Appliance

Temperature Control

Interior Light

Care and Maintenance

Defrosting Your Appliance

Cleaning Your Appliance

Power Failure

Vacation Time

Moving Your Appliance

Energy Saving Tips

Troubleshooting Guide

Service for Your Appliance

Wiring Diagram

Your Avanti Products Warrant y

Instrucciones en Español

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Registration Information and Registration Card

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Temperature Control Knob

Wooden Exterior Cabinet

Light

Wooden Exterior Door

Lock Bracket

Lock (Interior View)

Dry Storage Compartment

Small Bottle Rack

Shelf (Large – 1 Total )

Door Gasket

Cooling System Fan Cover

Large Bottle Rack (2 Liter Capaci t y)

Shelf (Small – 1 Total)

Ventilation Hole with Cover (Exterior)

Light Switch (Door Activated)

Door Handle

Leveli ng Legs

Lock (Exterior View)

Door Liner

PARTS & FEATURES

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury precautions:

• Read all instructions before using the refrigerator. Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned

-Save these instructions-

WARNING

when using your refrigerator, follow these basic

• DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. appliances are still dangerous . . . even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days”.

• Before you throw away your old refrigerator: Take off the door. Leave the shelf in place so

that children may not easily climb inside.

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

• Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or

explosion.

• Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or

any other refrigerator. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

• Do not repair or replace any part of the refrigerator or attempt any servicing unless specifically

recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions. Replace the fuse with the same type.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

 Before Using Your Refrigerator

• Remove the exterior and interior packing.

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

• 2 Shelves (1 Large, 1 Small)

• 2 Keys

• 1 Instruction manual

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

 Installing Your Refrigerator

• This refrigerator uses thermoelectric refrigeration technology (no compressor) and is

not designed for storage in hot areas like garages, warehouses or outdoors since it is designed to operate at an average of 30 degrees below the ambient temperature of (75º-78ºF / 24º- 26ºC).

• This appliance is desi gned to be free standing only, and s hould not be recessed or built-in (Fully recessed).

• Place your refr igerator on a floor that is strong e nough to support the refrigerat or when it is fully loaded.

• Allow 5 inches of space between the back and sides of the refrigerator, which allows the proper air circulation to cool the heat sink.

• Locate the refrigerator away from direct sunlight and sourc es of heat (stov e, heater, rad iator, etc.). Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic c oating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the refrigerator not to perform properly.

• Avoid locating the refrigerator in moist areas.

• Plug the refrigerator into a n exclusive, properly installed-grounded wall outlet. D o 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 s ervice cen ter .

• After plugging the applia nce into a wal l outlet, a llo w the unit to c ool down f or 2-3 hours before placing food in the refrigerator compartment.

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 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 refrigerator shoul d be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this refrigerator is equipped with a three-pron g plug whic h mates with standard t hree prong wall outlets to minim ize the possibility of electrical shock.

Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord supplied. This refrigerator requires a standard 115/120 Volt A.C. ~/60Hz electrical outlet with three-prong

ground. The cord should be secured behind the refrigerator and not left exposed or dangling to prevent

accidental injury. Never unplug the refrigerat or by pulling the power cord. Al ways grip the plug firm ly and pull straight

out from the receptacle. Do not use an extension cord with this appliance. If the power cord is too short, have a qualified

electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance.

OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

 Temperature Control

 Setting the Temperature Control

• Your refrigerator has onl y one con trol f or re gulati ng the tem perature. T he t em perature c ontrol is located on the upper right hand corner of the compartment.

• To control the internal temperature, adjust the control knob according to the ambient temperature or purpose of use.

• The first time you turn the unit on, set the temperature control to “HI”.

• The range of the temperature control is from position "OFF” to “HI”.

• After 24 h ours, a djust the t emper ature control to the s etting that best suites your needs . The

setting of “MED” should be appropriate for home or office refrigerator use.

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• After 24 hours, adjust the temperature control to the setting that best suites your needs. The setting of

YOU MUST ADJUST THE

HOUR PERIOD OF USE.

“MED” should be appropriate for home or office refrigerator use.

TO PREVENT LIQUIDS FROM FREEZING TEMPERATURE CONTROL TO THE MEDIUM SETTING AFTER THE INITIAL 24

NOTE:

 Turning the temperature c o ntrol to "O FF " pos iti on stops the cooling cycle but doe s not s hut of f t he

power to the appliance.

 Interior Light

This refrigerator is provided with a LED light located on the upper right hand corner of the compartment. The light wi ll be on when the door is opened and be off when the door is closed.

CARE AND MAIN TENANCE

 Defrosting Your Refrigerator

This model uses a thermoelectric cooling system with automatic defrosting system so there is no need to defrost it manually.

 Cleaning Your Refrigerator

• UNPLUG the refrigerator, and remove the shelves.

• Wash the inside surfaces with a warm water and baking soda solution. The solution should be

about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water.

• Wash the shelf with a mild detergent solution.

• The outside of the refrigerator should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water.

• Wring excess water o ut of the s po nge or c loth b efore cleaning the ar ea of t he c ont r ols, or any

electrical parts.

• Wash the outside cabinet with warm water and mild liqui d deterg ent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.

CAUTION Failure to unplug the refriger ator could result in electrical shock or p er sonal injury.

 Power Failure

Most power failures ar e corrected within a few hours and should not affect the t emperature of your refrigerator if you minim ize the num ber of tim es the door is opened. If the po wer is going to be off for a longer period of time, you need to take the proper steps to protect your food.

 Vacation Time

• Short vacations: Leave the refrigerator operating during vacations of less than three weeks.

• Long vacations: If the appliance will not b e us e d f or s evera l months, remove all f ood and un plu g

the power cord. Clean an d dry the interior thorough ly. To prevent odor and m old growth, leave the door open slightly: blocking it open if necessary.

 Moving Your Refrigerator

• Remove all the food.

• Securely tape down all loose items inside your refrigerator.

• Tape the door shut.

• Protect the outside of refrigerator with a blanket, or similar item.

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 Energy Saving Tips

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Refrigerator does not operate.

position.

Refrigerator is not cold enough.

The room temperature is hotter than normal.

Abnormal voltage.

The light does not work.

Not plugged in. The LED light has burned out.

Vibrations.

Check to assure that the refrigerator is level.

The door will not close properly.

The shelves, bins, or baskets are out of position.

• The refrigerator should be l ocated in the cooles t area of the room , away from heat produc ing appliances, and out of the direct sunlight.

• Overload the refrigerator forces the thermoelectric cooling system to run longer.

• Reduce door openings and ex ten ded s earc hes , remove as man y item as needed at one time,

and close the door as soon as possible.

• One characteristic of thermoelectric units is the length of time it requires to recover from having the door opened and shut frequently. It may be necessary to wait longer for the temperature to return to its form er level once the door has been opened for too long. This is normal for the type of unit.

• Thermoelectric techno logy costs just pennies to operate. It is environm entally friendly due to the lack of CFC’s.

PROBLEMS WITH YOUR REFRIGERATOR?

You can solve many common refrigerator 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

Not plugged in. The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse. The appliance tem peratur e c ontrol is set at “OFF”

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 refrigerator does not have the correct clearances.

The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse.

The refrigerator is not level. The door was reversed and not properly install ed. The gasket is dirty.

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SERVICE FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR

800-323-5029

help is available.

check, money order, Master Card, or Visa.

know your refrigerator inside and out.

We are proud of our customer service organization and the network of professional service technicians that provide service on your Avanti refrigerators. With the purchase of your Avanti refrigerator, you can be c on f ident th at if you e ver ne ed additional information or as s is tance, th e A vanti Products Customer Service team will be here for you. Just call us toll-free.

AVANTI PRODUCTS CUSTOMER SERVICES

Product Information

Whatever your questions are about our products,

Part Orders 800-220-5570

In-Home Repair Service 800-220-5570

You may order parts and accessories that will be delivered directly to your hom e, by personal

An Avanti Products authorized service center will provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that is convenient for you. Our trained servicers

WIRING DIAGRAM

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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 NOT COVERED

WHAT IS COVERED LIMITED ONE-YEAR

WARRANTY

For one year from the date of purchase by the original owner, Avant i Products will, at its option, repair or replace any part of the refrigerator, which proves to be defective in material or workm anship under norm al use. During this period Avanti Products will provide all parts and labor necessary to correct such defects free of c harge, so long as the refrigerator has been installed and operated in accordance with the written instructions in this manual. In rental or comm ercial us e, the warranty period is 90 days. Avanti P roduc ts will provide you with a reasonably similar replacement product that is either ne w or factory refurbished All Avanti Appliances of 3.5 cubic feet capacity or less must be brought/sent to the appliance service shop for repair.

• 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.

• Light and/or plastic housing.

• Plastic cabinet liners.

• Punctured evaporator that voids the

warranty on the complete sealed system.

• Shipping and handling costs associated with the replacement of the unit.

• 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.

• Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the State of Alaska.

• 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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OPERACION

INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL

INSTALACION

Retire los accesorios de empaque (plásticos protectores, cartón y tiras engomadas). Limpie el exterior con un trapo suave y seco, y el interior con un trapo húmedo y tibio.

UBICACION

1. Seleccione un lugar con un piso firme y nivelado.

2. Su refrigerador requi ere ventilación. Deje un es pacio mínimo de 5” hacia arriba y espacio suficiente en el respaldo para permitir la circulación de aire.

3. Las bodegas termoelétricas necesitan cierto tiempo de recuperación cuando la puerta se abre y se deja abierta por mucho tiempo. Esto es normal para este tipo de unidad.

4. Evite luz directa del so l o calor. La lu z directa de l sol puede af ectar la capa d e pintura. Las fuentes de calor en su proximidad causarán un consumo mayor de electricidad.

5. Para un mejor desempeño, nivele el refrigerador utilizando las patas ajustables o tornillos

niveladores.

INSTRUCCIONES PARA LA CONECCION A TIERRA

Este aparato electrodoméstico debe estar conectado a tierra. En caso de un cortocircuito eléctrico, la conección a tierra reduce el riesgo de choque eléctrico proporc ionando un cable de escape para la corriente eléctrica. Este a parato viene equipado con un c ordón que posee un cable a tierra con u n enchufe de conección a tierra. Este enchufe debe estar conectado en un tom acorriente instalado correctamente y conectado a tierra.

ADVERTENCIA

El uso inadecuado de l enc huf e de c on ec c ión a tierra puede resultar en un riesgo de choque el éct ric o. Consulte con un electric ista si no comprende bien la s instrucciones de conecc ión a tierra o si existe alguna duda sobre si el aparato está conectado a tierra correctamente.

NO USE UN CORDON DE EXTENSION ELECTRICA

Use un tomacorriente de p ared exclusivo. No conecte su refr igerador a cordones de prolongación eléctrica o junto a cualquier otro electrodoméstico en el mismo tomacorriente de pared.

ADVERTENCIA IMPORTANTE:

Un refrigerador vacío es una atracción muy peligros a para los niños. Quite los sellos m agnéticos, puertas o cerraduras de todo electrodoméstico que esté en uso.

OPERACION

Enchufe el cable a la toma de corriente, que debe ser 115-120v A/C, 10 AMP ó más. Para evitar

vibraciones, la caja debe estar bien nivelada. Para encender el refrigerador, gire el control de

temperatura a la posición “HI”. Para prevenir la congelación de liquidos mueva el dial a la posición “MED”

temperatura a la posición “HI”. Después de 24 horas, gire la perilla a la posición des ead a. Se

después de las primeras 24 horas de uso.

recomienda la posición “MED” bajo condiciones normales.

LUZ INTERIOR

Su refrigerador tiene luz interior que encenderá cuando abre la puerta y se apagará cuando se cierra.

COMO DESCONGELAR

Coloque el dial del termostato “OFF” (apagado). El descongelado generalmente tarda pocas horas. Para descongelar rápido vacío el refrigerador y deje la puer ta ab ierta. Nunca use un cuchillo u otro

instrumento metálico para rascar el hielo o la escarcha del congelador.

CUIDADOS EN LOS PERIODOS DE AUSENCIA

• Para cortos períodos de ausencia (menos de 21 días) el congelador podrá quedar funcionando. Coloque el botón de control de temperaturas en la posición mínima.

• En períodos de ausencia más largos, se aconseja dejar el refrigerador limpio y desconectado.

• Saque todo lo qu e tenga adentro del refrigerador y haga el deshielo y la l impieza general. También retire las cubeteras, limpie bien y séquelas internamente.

• Deje la puerta entreabierta para que penetre el aire y así evitar la formación de olores.

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ECONOMIA DE ENERGIA

• Evite dejar por mucho tiempo la puerta abierta.

• Evite aperturas frecuentes de la puerta.

• Nunca coloque alimentos calientes dentro del refrigerador. Espere que estén a una

temperatura ambiental.

• Coloque el botón de control de temperaturas en la posición adecuada.

SI USTED SE VA DE VACACIONES

• Saque todos los artículos del refrigerador-congelador si Ud. se va de vacaciones por un mes o más.

• Desconecte el refrigerador del tomacorriente y limpie el refrigerador bien.

• Deje la puerta abierta para evitar la formación de olores, condensación o moho.

SI USTED SE MUDA

• Desconecte el refrigerador del tomacorriente y limpie el refrigerador bien. Saque todas las partes movibles y empaquételas para que no se muevan durante la transportación.

• Cierre la puerta del refrigerador y séllela con cinta adhesiva.

• Asegúrese que el refrigerador va parado durante el viaje y cúbralo con una frazada.

COMO CAMBIAR LA DIRECCION DE APERTURA DE LA PUERTA

EN CASO DE Q UE NE CESIT E CAMB IAR EL LADO DE APER TURA D E LA PUERT A, POR FAVOR CONSULTE AL S ER VI CIO POSVENTA DE SU LOCA LIDAD O AL EMPLE AD O Q UE L E V EN DI O LA UNIDAD.

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REGISTRATION 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 to the following address:

Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle C o ., Inc.

P.O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 33152 USA

 Protect your product:

We will keep the model 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 claim such as fire or theft.

 Promote better products:

We value your input. Your responses will help us deve lop produc ts desig ned to bes t m eet your future needs.

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