Avanti FFS157L3S User Manual

Model / Modelo / Modelé:	FFS157L3S
REFRIGERATOR / FREEZER	INSTRUCTION MANUAL
REFRIGERADOR / CONGELADOR	MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR / CONGÉLATEUR	MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

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, FL 33152

www.avantiproducts.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Appliance Safety	3
Important Safeguides	4
Help Us Help You	5
Parts and Features	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
Care and Maintenance	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 – 25
Instructions en Français	26 - 37
Registration Information and Registration Card	Last
	Page

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APPLIANCE SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on 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 wards” 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, or property or equipment damage.

All safety messages will alert you to what the 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.

PROP. 65 WARNING FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS

WARNING:

Cancer and Reproductive Harm

www.p65warnings.ca.gov

REFRIGERANT GAS WARNINGS

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

DO NOT use mechanical devices to defrost refrigerator. 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.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Before the beverage cooler 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 beverage cooler, 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

•Replace all panels before operating

•It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your beverage cooler, be provided. Use receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain

•Never clean appliance 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 appliance or disconnect the 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 appliance unless it is specifically recommended in this material. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

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

•To ensure proper ventilation for your appliance, the unit must be completely unobstructed. Choose a well-ventilated area with temperatures above 550F (130C) and below 900F (32 0C). This unit must be installed in an area protected from the elements, such as wind, rain, water spray or sunlight.

•The appliance should not be located next to ovens, grills or other sources of high heat.

•The appliance 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 the appliance.

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

•It is important for the appliance 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 appliance

•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 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 appliance 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.

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You'll find them on a plate located on the rear outside wall of the appliance.

Please write these numbers here:

___________________________________

Date of Purchase

___________________________________

Model Number

___________________________________

Serial Number

CAUTION:

THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT DESIGNED FOR THE

STORAGE OF MEDICINE OR

OTHER MEDICAL PRODUCTS.

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

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

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 appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. 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 USA

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PARTS AND FEATURES

1	(3)	Three Freezer Door Bins	5	(2) Two Vegetable
				Crispers with Glass Cover
2	(3)	Three Freezer Shelves	6	(3) Three Refrigerator
				Door Bins
3	(2)	Two Freezer Drawers with	7	LED Interior Lighting in
	Glass Cover			Each Section
4	(3)	Three Refrigerator Shelves	8	Section Separator

** Note

The section separator area contains an Anti-Condensation heater and will be warm to the touch during the Anti-Condensation cycle to prevent condensation forming between the two sections.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,

~WARNING~ or injury when 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.

-Save these instructions-

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

ØBefore Using Your Appliance

•	Remove the exterior and interior packing.
•	Check to be sure you have all the following parts:
		•	3 Refrigerator Shelves		•	3 Freezer Shelves (Glass)
		•	2 Vegetable Crispers		•	2 Freezer Drawer Bins
		•	1 Glass Crisper Cover		•	1 Glass Drawer Cover
		•	6 Door Bins (3 Each Section)		•	1 Instruction Manual
·	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.
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 loaded. To level your refrigerator-freezer, adjust the leveling legs at the
	bottom of unit.
·	ALLOW 3-5 INCHES OF SPACE BETWEEN THE BACK AND THE WALL AS WELL AS A
	MINIMUM OF ½” (HALF INCH) AT EACH SIDE OF THE UNIT AND ONE (1) INCH AT THE
	TOP, WHICH ALLOWS THE PROPER AIR CIRCULATION TO COOL THE COMPRESSOR
	AND CONDENSER.
	Minimum Space Allowances
	Top			One (1.0) Inch
	Sides			Half Inch (½) Inch each side
	Back			Three to Five (3 – 5) Inches at the back

·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.

This appliance requires a standard 115Volts~/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.

Never unplug the appliance by pulling the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly 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.

EXTENSION CORD

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, it is strongly recommended that you do not use an extension cord with this unit. 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

Refrigerator Temperature Control

· CONTROL PANEL – CHILD LOCK

The CONTROL PANEL LOCK is designed to prevent any changes to the settings to the refrigerator.

To enable the CHILD LOCK, press the LOCK button, the CHILD LOCK icon will turn on. The control panel will be locked until unlocked at the control panel or there is a loss of power.

To disable the CHILD LOCK, press and hold the lock button for approximately 3 seconds until the LOCK icon turns off and the control panel is working in normal operation mode.

· CONTROL PANEL – STANDBY

The CONTROL PANEL will go dark after approximately 5 minutes of no activity To reactive the display, simply press any of the buttons on the control panel.

ØSetting the Temperature Control

·Your unit has one control for regulating the temperature. The temperature control is located on the outside of the refrigerator compartment door.

·The first time you turn the unit on, the unit will start at the default temperature set at the factory, 38ºF in the refrigerator section and -02ºF in the freezer section.

·The first time you turn the unit on, adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment to 34ºF 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 adjust the temperature setting to your desired setting that best suits your needs.

To adjust the temperature in each zone, press the appropriate zone button, the selected zone will flash on and off. The temperature will change according to the pre-set temperatures as shown below, you will hear a bell chime with each press of the control panel buttons.

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PREPROGRAMMED FUNCTIONS:

·FAST FREEZE MODE

This mode will set the freezer temperature to -18ºF for quick temperature drop when storing large amounts of warm or room temperature foods in the freezer.

The unit will remain in FAST FREEZE mode for 24 hours or until the temperature reaches --18ºF or and will then return to the original setting or until the function is turned off at the control panel. Both FAST COOL and FAST FREEZE can be run together at the same

time.

To enable the FAST FREEZE mode, press the feature button until the FAST FREEZE icon is illuminated. The icon will remain illuminated when activated.

To disable the FAST FREEZE mode, press the function button until the FAST FREEZE icon is turned off.

·FAST COOL MODE

This mode will set the refrigerator temperature to 32ºF for quick temperature drop when storing large amounts of warm or room temperature foods in the refrigerator.

The unit will remain in FAST COOL mode for 2 hours and 30 minutes or until the temperature reaches 32ºF and will then return to the original setting or until the function is turned off at the control panel. Both FAST COOL and FAST FREEZE can be run together at

the same time.

To enable the FAST COOL mode, press the feature button until the FAST COOL icon is illuminated. The icon will remain illuminated when activated.

To disable the FAST COOL mode, press the function button until the FAST COOL icon is turned off.

·VACATION MODE

Use this mode when leaving for long periods of time, where you will remove the large majority of the content from the refrigerator section but leave the freezer content.

The Vacation mode will automatically set the refrigerator section at 41ºF and the freezer section at -15ºF. The unit will remain in the VACATION MODE until it is

deactivated at the control panel.

To enable the VACATION mode, press the feature button until the VACATION icon is illuminated. The icon will remain illuminated when activated.

To disable the VACATION mode, press the function button until the VACATION icon is turned off

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 32ºF (0ºC) 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 32º SET THE FREEZER TEMPERATURE CONTROL TO THE “COLDEST” SETTING. THIS WILL IMPROVE THE OPERATIONS OF THE REFRIGERATOR UNDER THESE CONDITIONS.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

ØCleaning 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 personal injury.

ØPower 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.

ØVacation Time

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

Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all food and unplug the power cord. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave the 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.

ØEnergy 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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ØPROBLEMS WITH YOUR APPLIANCE?

You can solve many common refrigerator-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 for service.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE
Unit does not operate.	Not plugged in.
	The circuit breaker tripped or there is a blown
	fuse.
Compressor turns on and off frequently.	The room temperature is hotter than normal.
	A large amount of food has been added to the
	refrigerator - 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 refrigerator -freezer does not have the
	correct clearances.
Vibrations.	Check to assure that the refrigerator - freezer is
	level.
The unit seems to make too much noise.	The rattling noise may come from the flow of the
	refrigerant, which is normal.
	As each cycle ends, you may hear gurgling
	sounds caused by the flow of refrigerant in your
	refrigerator - freezer.
	Contraction and expansion of the inside walls
	may cause popping and crackling noises.
	The unit is not level.
The door will not close properly.	The unit is not level.
	The door is reversed and not properly installed.
	The gasket is dirty.
	The baskets are out of position.
Section separator seems to be warm to the	This is normal.
touch.	The section separator area contains an Anti-
	Condensation heater and will be warm to the
	touch during the Anti-Condensation cycle to
	prevent condensation forming between the two
	sections.

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