Avanti RM1711B User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

Model Numbers / No. de Modelos RM1710W / RM1711B / RM1712PS
BCA1810W / BCA1811B

REFRIGERATOR
(REFRIGERADOR)

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

La sección en español empieza en la página 15.

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

www.avantiproducts.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Refrigerator Safety 3
Important Safeguides 4
Help Us Help You 5
Parts and Features 6 – 7
Important Safety Instructions 8
Installation Instructions 8
Before Using Your Unit 8
Installing Your Unit 8
Electric al Connection 9
Extension Cord 9
Reversing the Door Swing of Your Unit 9
Operating Your Unit 9
Temperature Control 9
Using Your Ice Cube Trays 10
The Chiller Compartment 10
Care and Maintenance 10
Defrosting Your Unit 10
Cleaning Your Unit 11
Power Failure 11
Vacation Time 11
Moving Your Unit 12
Energy Saving Tips 12
Troubleshooting Guide 12
Service for Your Unit 13
Wiring Diagram 13
Your Avanti Products Warranty 14
Instrucciones en Español 15-16
Registration Information and Registration Card 17

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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 “C AUTION”.

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 ins tructions 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 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 vic i nity of
this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard o r 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 T O YOUR MODEL

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

• 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 sourc es of high heat.

• The refrigerator must be installed with all electrical, water and drain connecti ons 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 refrigerat or.

• The fuse (or circuit br eaker) 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 refrigerato r.

• If you use the drainage container, you must set the drain select switch to OFF or the water can

overflow fr om the drainage container

• 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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HELP US HELP YOU

Read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain
your new unit 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 d ate (such as
your sales slip) with this guide to establish the
warranty period.

CAUTION:

THIS UNIT 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, co ntact the people who s erviced your
unit. 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 unit.

Please write these numbers here:

____________________________________
Date of Purchase

____________________________________
Model Number

____________________________________
Serial Number

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

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

Save time and money. Before you call for
service, check the Troubleshooting Gui de. It
lists caus es of minor operating proble m s 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 Service

Avanti Products
10880 NW 30 Street
Miami, FL 33172 USA

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PARTS & FEATURES

(Only for models RM1710W / RM1711B / RM1712PS)

1. Temperature Control Knob

2. Ice Cube Tray

3. Water Drip Tray

4. Removable Shelf

5. Leveling legs

6. Chiller Compartment

7. Small Rack

8. Large Rack

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