Avanti FF18D0W-2, FF18D3S-2 Operator’s Manual

Models / Modelos / Modelés: FF18D0W-2 / FF18D1B-2 / FF18D3S-2

INSTRUCTIONS.

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REFRIGERATOR / FREEZER

REFRIGERADOR / CONGELADOR

RÉFRIGÉRATEUR / CONGÉLATEUR

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

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

P.O. Box 520604 Miami, FL 33152

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 Appliance

Electrical Connection

Operating Your Appliance

9 – 10

Freezing Fresh Foods

Care and Maintenance

Ice Maker Installation

Reversing the Door Swing of Your Appliance

Cleaning Your Appliance

Power Failure / Vacation Time, Moving Your Appliance

Energy Saving Tips

Changing the Light Bulb

Troubleshooting Guide

Service for Your Appliance

Your Avanti Products Warrant y

Instrucciones en Españ ol

16 – 19

Instructions en Français

20 - 32

Registration Information and Registration Card

Last

Page

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

DANGER - Risk of fire or explosion. Flammable refrigerant used.

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 instruc tions ar e not foll o wed.

REFRIGERANT GAS WARNINGS / AVERTISSEMENTS GAZ REFRIGERANT

DO NOT use mechanical devices to defrost wine chiller. DO NOT puncture refrigerant tubing. DANGER - Risk of fire or explosion. Flammable refrigerant used.

To be repaired only by trained service personnel. DO NOT puncture refrigerant tubing. CAUTION - Risk of fire or explosion. Flammable refrigerant used.

Consult repair manual / owner’s guide before attempting to service this product. All safety precautions must be followed.

CAUTION - Risk of fire or explosion. Dispose of property in accordance with federal or local regulations. Flammable refrigerant used.

CAUTION - Risk of fire or explosion due to puncture of refrigerant tubing; Follow handling instructions carefully. Flammable refrigerant used.

CAUTION-To Prevent A Child From Being Entrapped, Keep Out Of Reach Of Children And Not In The Vicinity Of Freezer (Or Refrigerator).

CAUTION-Risk of Fire

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 (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 ope r ate, 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.

C) and below 90°F

CAUTION:

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.

THIS REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER 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 assistance. FIRST, contact the people who serviced your refrigerator-freezer. Explain why you are not satisfied. 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 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.

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

Customer Servic e

Avanti Products 10880 NW 30 Street Miami, FL 33172

PARTS AND FEATURES

FF18D0W-2 / FF18D1B-2 / FF18D3S-2

Freezer Shelf

Crisper Cover

Freezer Temperature Control （Only for FF18D0W Series）

Vegetable Crispers (2)

Refrigerator Temperature Control

Leveling Legs (2)

Refrigerator Shelves (2)

Freezer Door with Storage Bins (2)

Refrigerator Door with Storage Bins (4)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

• Read all instructions before using the refrigerator-freezer. not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned

-Save these instructions-

• 2 Refrigerator Shelves

• 1 Freezer Shelf

• 2 Vegetable Crispers

• 1 Left top Hinge Cover

• 1 Glass Crisper Cover

• 1 Left Middle Hinge

• 2 Freezer Bins

• 1 Left Door Open Stopper

• 1 Instruction Manual

• 1 Water Hose fix Connecter

WARNING~

using your refrigerator-freezer, follow these basic

• DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Child entrapment and suffocation are 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.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Ø Before Using Your Appliance

• Remove the exterior and interior packing.

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

• 1 piece of door stopper for the

reversal of door opening

• Before connecting th e unit to the power source, let it stand upright f or appr oximatel y 2 hours.

This will reduce the possibilit y of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation.

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

Ø Installation of Your Appliance

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

freezer when it is fully load ed. T o level your r efr igerator -f reezer, adjus t the leve ling le gs at the bottom of unit.

• Allow 5 inches of space between t he back and sides of the unit, which al lows the proper air

circulation to cool the compressor and condenser.

• Locate the unit away from direct sunlight and sources of heat (stove, he ater, radiator, etc.).

Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the refrigerator- freezer 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 s ervice cen ter .

Ø 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-pron g plug which mates with s tandard three 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. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

This appliance requir es a standard 11 5/120 Volt A C ~/60Hz electr ical ground outlet with t hree-prong. Have the wall outlet a nd circuit check ed by a qualifie d electrician to m ake 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 shoul d always be plugge d into its own indi vidual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that m atches the rating label on the a ppliance. 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 pul ling 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 cor d that shows crack s or abrasion dam age along its len gth or at either en d. When moving the appliance, be careful not to damage the power cord.

Ø 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.

Ø 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.

OPERATING YOUR APPLIANCE

1 is COLD

Standby is OFF

COLD is COLD COLDER is COLDEST

Ø Temperature Control Panels

Refrigerator Temperature Control

3 is NORMAL 5 is COLDEST

Standby is OFF, this will turn off all cooling functions but not the power to the unit.

Freezer Control

Recommended is NORMAL

Ø Setting the Temperature Control

• Your refrigerator has one control for regulating the temperature. The temperature control is located on the top of the ref r igerat o r c om partm ent . As w ell as a c ontro l knob in the freezer to ba la nc e th e 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 “COLDER” in the freezer compartment and “5” in t he refrigerator com partment and run for at least 4 h ours before placing foods inside. This will ensure the freezer cabinet is thoroughly chilled and the refrigerator compartment will b e stabilized before food is placed. Then return se lector to “Recommended” position in the freezer compartment and “3” in the refrigerator compartment.

• Adjust the temper ature control to t he setting that bes t suits your nee ds. The setti ng of “3” in the refrigerator compartment and “Recommended” 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 “COLDER” position until the desired temperature has been attained then return the controller to the “Recommended” position.

• If you at any time want to distribute a larger amount of cold air to the refrigerator section, for example to quickl y cook down if a large am ount of fresh food h as been added, sim ply move the controller in the freezer to the “COLD” position until the desired temperature has been attained and then return the controller to the “Recommended” position.

NOTE:

• IF THE UNIT IS UNPLUGGED, HAS LOST POW ER, OR IS TURNED OFF, YOU MUST W AIT 3 TO 5 MINUTES BEFORE RESTART ING 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 RE F RIGERATOR 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 50º SET THE FREEZER TEMPERATURE CONTROL TO THE “COLDEST” SETTING. THIS WILL IMPROVE THE OPER ATIONS OF THE REFRIGERATOR UNDER THESE CONDITIONS.

Ø Freezing Fresh Foods

• Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed food, correct temperature and taking into account hygienic precautions will substantially influenc e the quality of freezing t he food or storing of th e 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 am ount is too large, the quality of freezing is reduced which aff ects the quality of

frozen foods.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Ø Ice Maker Installation This refrigerator-freezer has the capability of using an automatic ice-maker. The automatic ice-maker is optional and sold separately. Should you desire to install an automatic ice-maker, please call service for installation instructions.

Ø Reversing the Door Swing of Your Appliance This refrigerator-freezer has the capability of the door opening from either the left or right side. The unit is delivered to you with the door opening from the left side. Should you desire to reverse the opening direction, please call service for reversal instructions.

Ø Cleaning Your Appliance

• Unplug the unit, and remove the food and baskets.

• Wash the inside 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 baskets with a mild detergent solution.

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

CAUTION Failure to unplug the refrigerator-freezer could result in electrical shock or persona l injury.

Ø Power Failure Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your refrigerator-freezer if you minimize the number of times the door is opened. If the power is going to be off for a longer period of time, you need to take the proper steps to protect your food.

Ø Vacation Time Short vacations: Leave the unit operating during vacations of less than three week s. Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used f or severa l m onths, remove all food and unplug th e

power cord. Clean and dr y the inter ior thor oughl y. To pre vent odor a nd mold growth, leave th e door open slightly: blocking it open if necessary

Ø Moving Your Appliance

• Remove all the food.

• Securely tape down all loose items inside your unit.

• Turn the leveling screws up to the base to avoid damage.

• Tape the door shut.

• Be sure the unit stays in the upright position during transportation.

Ø Energy Saving Tips

• The unit should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing appliances or heating ducts, and out of direct sunlight.

• Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing them in the unit. Overloading the unit 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 unit. This cuts down on frost build-up inside the freezer.

• Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches. Remove as many items as needed at one time, and close the door as soon as possible.

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