Avanti FF138G0W, FF138G1B, FF138G3S Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

Model Numbers / Nos de Modelo :

FF138G0W / FF138G1B / FF138G3S

Modèles:

FROST FREE REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER

REFRIGERADOR-CONGELADOR

REFRIGERATEUR - CONGELATEUR

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

www.avantiproducts.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

Refrigerator Safety

3

Important Safeguides

4

Help Us Help You

5

Parts and Features

6

Installing the Door Handles

6

Important Safety Instructions

7

Installation Instructions

7

Before Using Your Appliance

7

Installation of Your Appliance

7

Electrical Connection

8

Operating Your Appliance

9 – 10

Freezing Fresh Foods

10

Care and Maintenance

11

Reversing the Door Swing of Your Appliance

11

Cleaning Your Appliance

11

Power Failure / Vacation Time, Moving Your Appliance

11

Energy Saving Tips

11

Troubleshooting Guide

12

Service for Your Appliance

13

Your Avanti Products Warranty

14

Instrucciones en Español

15 – 18

Instructions en Français

19 - 30

Registration Information and Registration Card

Last

 

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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” 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 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 precautions, 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, 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 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.

All installation must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.

Make certain that the pipes are not pinched or kinked or damaged during installation.

Check for leaks after connection.

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

If you use the drainage container, you must unplug the unit or the water can overflow from the drainage container

Although the unit has been tested at the factory, due to long-term transit and storage, the first batch of ice cubes must be discarded.

Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents or abrasives on the interior. These cleaners may damage or discolor the interior.

Do not use this apparatus for anything other than its intended purpose.

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HELP US HELP YOU...

Read this guide carefully.

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

CAUTION:

THIS REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER

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 rear wall of the refrigerator-freezer.

Please write these numbers here:

____________________________________

Date of Purchase

____________________________________

Model Number

____________________________________

Serial Number

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

If you received a damaged refrigerator-freezer, immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the refrigerator-freezer.

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 follow for further assistance.

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your refrigerator-freezer. Explain why you are not satisfied. 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 it to:

Customer Service

Avanti Products

10880 NW 30 Street

Miami, FL 33172

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Avanti FF138G0W, FF138G1B, FF138G3S Instruction Manual

PARTS AND FEATURES

1

Freezer Section

10

Freezer Door Gasket

2

Freezer Shelf

11

Freezer Door

3

Fresh Room (Dairy / Egg Compartment)

12

Freezer Door Bins (2)

4

Refrigerator Section

13

Refrigerator Door Bins (2)

5

Refrigerator Shelves (2)

14

Refrigerator Door

6

Refrigerator Temperature Control

15

Gallon Bottle Storage Bin (1)

7

Glass Crisper Cover

16

Refrigerator Door Gasket

8

Crisper (2)

17

Leveling Leg (Right)

9

Leveling Leg (Left)

 

 

DOOR HANDLE INSTALLATION

NOTE: FIGURES IN THE USER MANUAL ARE ONLY FOR REFERENCE. THE

ACTUAL PRODUCT MAY DIFFER SLIGHTLY.

The refrigerator must be disconnected from the electrical supply before attempting the installation of any accessory.

Remove the flat head screws from the accessory bag; install them into the door holes; secure to the door until they are tight but do not overtighten.

Align the handles with the screws installed in step #1

Insert the screws through the holes at the

 

 

 

 

 

 

sides of the handles, and tighten until

 

 

 

secure.

(Photos may vary from actual unit)

Do not overtighten (Please use flat

screwdriver with 3mm width head to

 

 

 

install).

 

 

 

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when

WARNING using your refrigerator-freezer, follow these basic precautions:

Read all instructions before using the refrigerator-freezer.

DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment.

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerator-freezers are still dangerous. . . even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days.”

Before you throw away your old refrigerator-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 refrigerator-freezer.

Never clean refrigerator-freezer 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-freezer. The fumes can 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:

 

2 Refrigerator Shelves

 

1 piece of door stopper for the reversal of door opening

 

 

2 Vegetable Crispers

 

1 Left top Hinge Cover

 

 

1 Glass Crisper Cover

 

1 Left Door Open Stopper

 

 

1 Instruction Manual

 

2 pieces of hole cover for middle hinge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 Freezer Shelf

 

4 pieces Handle Screws,

 

 

 

 

 

4 pieces Screw Covers

 

 

Before connecting the unit 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 cloth.

Installation of Your Appliance

 

Place your refrigerator-freezer on a floor that is strong enough to support the refrigerator-

 

 

freezer when it is fully loaded. To level your refrigerator-freezer, adjust the leveling legs at the

 

 

bottom of unit.

 

 

 

Allow 5 inches of space between the back and sides of the unit, which allows the proper air

 

 

circulation to cool the compressor and condenser.

 

Locate the unit 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

 

 

consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the refrigeratorfreezer not

 

 

to perform properly.

 

 

 

Avoid locating the unit in moist areas.

 

Plug the unit 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.

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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 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. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

This appliance requires a standard 115/120 Volt AC ~/60Hz electrical ground outlet with three-prong. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. When a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

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

The appliance should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating label on the appliance. This provides the best performance and also prevent overloading house wiring circuits that could cause a fire hazard from overheated. Never unplug the appliance by pulling the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. When moving the appliance, be careful not to damage the power cord.

EXTENSION CORD

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, it is strongly recommended that you do not use an extension cord with this appliance. However, if you must use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL/CUL-Listed, 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 115 volts and at least 10 amperes.

SURGE PROTECTOR

Most electrical appliances use a series of electric control boards to operate. These boards are very susceptible to power surges and could be damaged or destroyed.

If the appliance is going to be used in an area or if your city / country is prone to power surges / outages; it is suggested that you use a power surge protector for all electrical devices / appliances you use. The surge protector that you select must have a surge block high enough to protect the appliance it is connected to. If you have any questions regarding the type and size of surge protector needed contact a licensed electrician in your area.

Damages due to power surges are not considered a manufacturer covered defect and will void your product warranty.

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OPERATING YOUR APPLIANCE

Temperature Control Panels

Refrigerator Temperature Control

1 is COLD

4 is NORMAL

7 is COLDEST

Freezer Control

MIN is COLD

MED is RECOMMENDED

MAX is COLDEST

Setting the Temperature Control

Your refrigerator has one control for regulating the temperature. The temperature control is located on the middle of the refrigerator compartment. As well as a control knob in the freezer to balance the cold air distribution between the two compartments.

The temperature control in the refrigerator compartment will control the actual cooling cycle whereas the control knob in the freezer compartment will adjust the distribution of the cold air between the freezer and the refrigerator compartments.

The first time you turn the unit on, adjust the temperature control knob to “MAX” or COLDEST” in the freezer compartment and “7” in the refrigerator compartment and run for at least 4 hours before placing foods inside. This will ensure the freezer cabinet is thoroughly chilled and the refrigerator compartment will be stabilized before food is placed. Then return selector to “MED” position in the freezer compartment and “4” in the refrigerator compartment.

Adjust the temperature control to the setting that best suits your needs. The setting of “4” in the refrigerator compartment and “MED” in the freezer compartment will distribute the cold air equally between both compartments which should be appropriate for home or office refrigerator use.

If you at any time want to distribute a larger amount of cold air to the freezer for example is a large amount of food has been added to the freezer, simply move the controller to the “MAX” position until the desired temperature has been attained then return the controller to the “MED” position.

If you at any time want to distribute a larger amount of cold air to the refrigerator section, for example to quickly cook down if a large amount of fresh food has been added, simply move the controller in the freezer to the “MIN” position until the desired temperature has been attained and then return the controller to the “MED” position.

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NOTE:

IF THE UNIT IS UNPLUGGED, HAS LOST POWER, OR IS TURNED OFF, YOU MUST WAIT 3 TO 5 MINUTES BEFORE RESTARTING THE UNIT. IF YOU ATTEMPT TO RESTART BEFORE THIS TIME DELAY, THE REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER WILL NOT START.

NOTE:

WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE INSTALLATION OF THE REFRIGERATOR WHERE THE TEMPERATURE WILL DROP BELOW 50ºF (13ºC) OR RISE ABOVE 110ºF (43ºC). THE COMPRESSOR WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR.

FOR INSTALLATIONS WHERE THE TEMPERATURES WILL DROP BELOW 50ºF SET THE FREEZER TEMPERATURE CONTROL TO THE “COLDEST” SETTING. THIS WILL IMPROVE THE OPERATIONS OF THE REFRIGERATOR UNDER THESE CONDITIONS.

Freezing Fresh Foods

Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed food, correct temperature and taking into account hygienic precautions will substantially influence the quality of freezing the food or storing of the frozen foods.

This compartment is designed for the long-term storage of frozen food.

The storage life of frozen foods varies and the recommended storage time should not be exceeded.

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.

Carefully select food you intend to freeze, it should be of adequate quality and suitable for freezing.

Use correct packaging and wrap it tight.

The packaging should be airtight and shouldn’t leak since this could cause substantial vitamin loss and dehydration of foods.

Foils and bags should be soft enough to tightly wrap around the foods.

When preparing foods to be frozen, consider sanitary precautions.

Mark packages with following data: kind and amount of foods and the date of loading.

It is extremely important that the food is frozen as quickly as possible.

If the loading amount is too large, the quality of freezing is reduced which affects the quality of frozen foods.

Note:

To avoid cooling and performance issues, DO NOT block freezer vents while storing food in the freezer.

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