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Model Numbers: VM399W
Número de Modelo: VM399M
FREEZER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CAUTION:
BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
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Avanti has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materiats and
specifications without notice.
Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 33152
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www.avantiproducts.com
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Warranty 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;
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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 develop products designed to best meet your
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HELP US HELP YOU...
Read this guide carefully.
It is intended to help you operate and maintain
your new freezer properly.
Keep it handy to answer your questions,
if you don’t understand something or your 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.
CAUTION:
THIS 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 freezer.
Please write these numbers here;
Date of Purchase
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence or
service calls concerning your freezer.
If you received a damaged freezer, immediately
contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the
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 help.
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
freezer. 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 to:
Customer Service
Avanti Products
10B80 NW 30 Street
Miami, FL 33172
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PARTS AND FEATURES
1. ADJUSTABLE THERMOSTAT
2. REMOVABLE DRAWERS
3. LEVELING LEGS
4. REVERSIBLE DOOR
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Table of Contents
Warranty Information and Registration Card
Help Us Help You
Parts and Features
Important Safety Instructions
Installation Instructions
Before Using Your Freezer_
Installation of Your Freezer
Electrical Connection
Reversing the Door Swing of Your Freezer
Operating Your Freezer
Temperature Control
Defrosting Your Freezer
The Freezer Compartment
Care and Maintenance
Cleaning Your Freezer
Vacation Time
Moving Your Freezer
Energy Saving Tips
Troubleshooting Guide _
Service For Your Freezer
Your Avanti Products Warranty.
Wiring Diagram
Spanish Section
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Important Safety Instructions
yWARNINOy
Read all instructions before using the freezer.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,
or injury when using your freezer, follow
these basic precautions:
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DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment.
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
freezers are still dangerous... even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days.”
Before you throw away your old refrigerator or 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 freezer.
Never clean freezer parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create afire hazard or
explosion.
Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other freezer. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
-Save these instructions-
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before Using Your Freezer
• Remove the exterior and interior packing.
• Check to be sure you have all of the following parts:
4 Baskets
1 Thermostat key
1 Plastic Scraper
1 Instruction Manual
• Before connecting the freezer 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 Freezer
• Place your freezer on a floor that is strong enough to support the freezer when it is fully loaded.
To level your freezer, adjust the legs at the front of the freezer.
• Allow 5 inches of space between the back and sides of the freezer, which allows the proper air
circulation to cool thè compressor.
• Locate the freezer 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 freezer not to perform
properly.
• Avoid locating the freezer in moist areas. Too much moisture in the air will cause frost to form
quickly on the evaporator requiring more frequent defrosting of the freezer.
• Plug the freezer 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
/^'WarningX
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 freezer should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this freezer 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.
Use of extension cords is not recommended.
This freezer requires a standard 115/120 volt, 60Hz electrical outlet with three-prong ground.
The cord should be secured behind the freezer and not left exposed or dangling to prevent
accidental injury.
Reversing the Door Swing of Your Freezer
This freezer has the capability of either opening the door from 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 follow these instructions.
NOTE:
All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door.
Remove both screw-type leveling legs (6).
Remove the three screws (7) that hold the lower door hinge (3), save hinge for later use.
Remove door from upper pin (1), lift it and place it on a padded surface to prevent
scratching it.
Using a flat screwdriver remove right upper pin and transfer it to the same location on the
opposite side.
Remove the pin cap (2) from the left side of the upper frame of the door, and then transfer it
to the same location on the opposite side.
Insert lower hinge (3) previously saved to the lower left side of the door. Before placing this
hinge, reverse the direction of the boit-pin (5).
Set the door in place making sure the pin enters the bushing at the uncovered hole on the
upper frame of the door.
While holding the door in the closed position, secure the lower left hinge by tightening all
the screws, making sure the door is leveled with the counter top.
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FIGURE 1 (Position prior to door reversal)
1 Upper Pin
2 Pin Cup
3 Lower Door Hinge
4 Washer
5 Boit-pin
6 Leveling legs
7 Door Hinge Screws
OPERATING YOUR FREEZER
Temperature Control
• The temperato re'control is located underneath the countertop on the front side of the cabinet.
• The first time you turn the unit on set the temperature control to the majdmum position, using
the thermostat key provided. (If the key is misplaced you may also use a coin or flathead
screwdriver.)
• The range of the temperature control is from position" W" the warmest to “C” the coldest. After
24 to 48 hours, adjust the temperature control to the setting that best suites your needs. The
setting of “M” should be correct for home or office freezer use.
• To turn the freezer off, turn the temperature control to "OFP
NOTE:
■ Turning the temperature control to "OFF" position stops the cooling cycle but does not shut
off the power to the freezer.
■ If the unit is unplugged, power lost, or turned off; you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before
restarting the unit. If you attempt to restart before this time delay, the freezer will not start.
FIGURE 2 (Position after door reversal)
Defrosting Your Freezer
When? For the most efficient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost the freezer
compartment when the frost on the freezer walls is excessive or % inch thick.
How? To start defrosting, turn the temperature control to "OFF, unplug the freezer, remove the
food and baskets. After the frost or ice has melted, discard the melted water and dry up the
interior of refrigerator. Then the freezer can be restarted by a turning its thermostat to the
desired setting.
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CAUTION
Do not use boiling water because it may damage the plastic parts. In addition, never use
a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the cooling coils and
will void the warranty. We recommend using a plastic scraper.
• Use a sponge or towel to pick up the melting ice off the freezer floor.
• Remove the frozen food from the freezer and place it in a cooler to protect the food.
The Freezer Compartment
• 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 The instructions regarding the care of frozen foods should be followed when
defrosting the freezer.
• 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.,
• The freezer door is susceptible to breaking due to excessive ice build up. Be sure to defrost
when the ice reaches % inch thick.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
> Cleaning Your Freezer
• Turn the temperature control to "OFF", unplug the freezer, 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 freezer should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water.
CAUTION
Failure to unplug the freezer could result in electrical shock or personal injury.
Power Failure
Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature
of your 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.
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Vacation Time
During long absences, remove all the food; unplug your freezer, clean your freezer, and leave the
door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or odors.
Moving Your Freezer
• Remove all the food.
• Securely tape down all loose items inside your freezer.
• Turn the leveling screws up to the base to avoid damage.
• Tape the door shut.
• Be sure the freezer stays in the upright position during transportation.
Energy Saving Tíos
• The freezer should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing
appliances or heating ducts, and out of the direct sunlight.
• Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the freezer. Overloading the freezer
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 freezer.
This cuts down on frost buiid-up inside the freezer.
• Freezer storage baskets should not be lined with aiuminum foil, wax paper, or paper toweling.
Liners interfere with coid air circulation, making the freezer less efficient.
• 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 sooa as possible.
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PROBLEMS WITH YOUR FREEZER?
You can solve many common 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 the servicer.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
Freezer does not operate.
Compressor turns on and off frequently.
Vibrations.
The freezer seems to make too much noise.
The door will not close property.
Not plugged in.
The circuit breaker tripped or blown fuse.
The freezer temperature control is set at "OFF".
The room temperature is hotter than normal.
A large amount of food has been added to the
freezer.
The door is open too often.
The door is not closed completely.
The temperature control is not set correctly.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
The freezer does not have the correct clearances.
Check to assure that the freezer is level.
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
freezer.
Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may
cause popping and crackling noises.
The freezer is not level.
The freezer is not level.
The door is reversed and not property installed.
The gasket is dirty.
The baskets are out of position.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
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SERVICE FOR YOUR FREEZER
We are proud of our customer service organization and the network of professional service technicians
that provide service on your Avanti freezers. With the purchase of your Avanti freezer, you can have the
confidence that if you ever need additional information or assistance, the Avanti Products Customer
Service team will be here for you. Just cal) us toll-free.
AVANTI PRODUCTS CUSTOMER SERVICES
Product Information
800-323-5029
Part Orders
800-220-5570
In-Home Repair Service
800-220-5570
Whatever your questions are about our products,
help is available.
You may order parts and accessories that will be
delivered directly to your home.
You may order these items by personal check,
money order, Master Card, or Visa.
An Avanti Products authorized service center will
provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time
that is convenient for you. Our trained servicers
know your freezer inside and out.
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YOUR Avanti Products WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED
LIMITED ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase
by the original owner, Avanti Products
will, at its option, repair or replace any
part of the freezer which proves to be
defective in material or workmanship
under normal use. During this period
Avanti Products will provide all parts
and labor necessary to correct such
defects free of charge, so long as the
freezer has been installed and
operated in accordance with the written
instructions in this manual. In rental or
commercial use, the warranty period is
90 days. All Avanti Appliances of 3.5
cubic feet capacity or less must be
brought/sent to the appliance service
shop for repair.
Staple your sales receipt here. Proof of
original purchase date is needed to obtain
service under warranty.
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LIMITED SECOND THROUGH
FIFTH YEAR WARRANTY
For the second through the fifth year from date
of original purchase, Avanti Products will
provide a replacement compressor free of
charge due to a failure. You are responsible for
the service labor and freight charges. In rental
or commercial use, the limited compressor
warranty is one year and nine months. Cost to
move the freezer to the servicers’ shop and
back to the user’s home, as may be required,
are the user's responsibility.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
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.
Chest freezer lid liners.
Vegetable crispers.
Light bulbs and/or plastic housing.
Plastic cabinet liners.
Punctured evaporator that voids the
warranty on the complete sealed system.
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.
Service calls that are related to externa!
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 U.S.A..
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Wiring Diagram
THERMOSTAT
COOLiNG SYSTEM
I.Compressor 2.Condenser S.Filterand Drier 4.Capillary
S.Evaporator 6.Accumulator
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INSTRUCCIONES
PRECAUCION
Para reducir el riesgo de incendio, descarga
eléctrica, o daño cuando use su
electrodoméstico, siga las siguientes
precauciones.
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Lea todas las Instrucciones antes de usar su electrodoméstico.
Peligro o Precaución: Existe el riesgo que los niños queden atrapados.
Niños atrapados o sofocamiento no son un problema de! pasado. Los electrodomésticos
son peligrosos aún si solo los deja en el garaje por un par de días.
Antes de desechar su congelador o refrigerador usado: quítele las puertas. Deje las
repisas en su lugar para evitar que los niños se queden atrapados.
No permita que los niños manejen, jueguen o entren dentro del electrodoméstico.
No limpie su electrodoméstico con líquidos inflamables. Los gases pueden ocasionar
fuego o una explosióa
No guarde ni use gasolina u otros líquidos inflamables cerca de este o de cualquier otro
electrodoméstico. Los vapores pueden ocasionar fuego o explosión.
- Guarde estas instrucciones.-
INSTRUCCIONES PARA LA INSTALACION
> Antes de usar su artefacto
• Retire la envoltura interna y externa.
• Verifique que tenga las siguientes parles: 4 canastas de almacenaje, 1 llave del Termostato, 1
manual de instrucciones y 1 espátula de plástico
• Antes de conectar su electrodoméstico a la corriente eléctrica, ubíquelo en una superficie
plana por lo menos por 2 horas. Esto reducirá la posibilidad de malfuncionamiento en el
sistema de enfriamiento por el manipuleo durante el transporte.
• Limpie la superficie interior con agua tibia usando un trapo suave.
> Instalación de su congelador
• Ubique su congelador en un piso que sea lo suficientemente fuerte para soportar su peso cuando
este totalmente lleno o cargado. Para nivelar el congelador, ajuste las patas delanteras.
• Deje aproximadamente 5 pulgadas de espacio entre la parte trasera y los costados de su
electrodoméstico, así permitirá la circulación de aire necesaria para enfriar el compresor.
• Mantenga su congelador alejado del aire caliente, vapor o líquidos que puedan salpicarlo, ya que la
unidad podría averiarse.
• Los rayos solares directos pueden malograr la capa acrilica, y las fuentes de calor pueden
ocasionar un aumento en el consumo eléctrico. Manténgalo lo más alejado posible del agua para
prevenir algún choque eléctrico. Evite los sitios húmedos y los ambientes extremadamente fríos ya
que esto puede afectar la eficiencia del enfriamiento de su congelador.
• Evite ubicar su congelador en áreas mojadas o muy húmedas. Mucha humedad en el aire puede
causar la formación de escarcha rapidamente y necesitará descongelar su congelador más
frecuentemente.
• Conecte el congelador a un enchufe de pared exclusivo e instale el cable de tierra. Bajo ninguna
razón se debe retirar la tercera punta del enchufe. Cualquier consulta con respecto a la energía y/o
cable de tierra debe ser dirigida a un electricista certificado o autorizado por el Servicio Técnico de
Avanti Products.
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> Conexión eléctrica
Este electrodoméstico debe ser conectado a tierra. En el caso que ocurra un corto circuito, la
conexión a tierra reduce ei riesgo de recibir un choque eléctrico ya que cuenta con un alambre
para el escape de la corriente eléctrica. Este electrodoméstico está equipado con un enchufe
que consta de tres puntas, la tercera punta es la conexión a tierra. Este enchufe debe ser
insertado a un enchufe de pared que este correctamente instalado con la conexión a tierra.
ADVERTENCIA
El USO inapropiado del enchufe a tierra puede desencadenar un choque eléctrico. Consulte a
personal autorizado por Avanti Products si tiene alguna duda sobre las instrucciones o si tiene
alguna consulta si el electrodoméstico está correctamente instalado a ia corriente eléctrica y a
tierra. Si el cordón de! enchufe del electrodoméstico se encuentra dañado, debe ser reemplazado
por el Servicio Técnico de Avanti Products.
El cordón del enchufe está equipado con tres puntas que encajan perfectamente en un enchufe de
pared standard para reducir el riesgo de un choque eléctrico.
Bajo ninguna circunstancia corte o saque ia tercera punta del enchufe que le proveemos ya que
este es para que vaya conectado a tierra.
No use una extensión.
La corriente de este electrodoméstico es de 115/120 voltios, tiene una salida eléctrica de 60 hz. y
consta de un enchufe de tres puntas que va conectado al enchufe de pared.
Eí cordón del enchufe debe ser asegurado atrás del electrodoméstico y no dejarlo expuesto para
evitar accidentes.
Cambiando la dirección de apertura de la puerta
Este congelador tiene la capacidad de abrir la puerta por cualquiera de los dos lados. La unidad se
entrega con la puerta abriendo desde ei lado izquierdo. Si usted desea revertir ia dirección de apertura,
siga estas instrucciones:
NOTA; Todas las partes incluidas deben ser guardadas para la reinstalación de la puerta.
• Destornille y retire ambas patas delanteras (6).
• Retire los 3 tomillos (7) que aseguran la bisagra inferior derecha (3), guarde la bisagra para
uso posterior.
• Retire la puerta del pasador superior (1), levántelo y colóquelo en una superficie que no lo
arañe.
• Usando un destornillador plano retire el pasador superior derecho y colóquelo en el mismo
lugar pero al lado opuesto.
• Retire la tapita del pasador (2) del lado izquierdo superior del marco de la puerta y colóquelo en
el mismo lugar pero at lado opuesto.
• Inserte la bisagra inferior {3), previamente retirada, en el lado inferior izquierdo de la puerta.
Antes de colocar la bisagra, voltee la dirección del perno (5).
• Asegure la puerta a su lugar, verificando que ei pasador entre hasta el tope en el agujero
abierto en la parte superior del marco de la puerta.
• Mientras sujeta la puerta en posición cerrada, asegure la bisagra inferior izquierda apretando
los tomillos. Asegúrese que la puerta esta nivelada con la unidad.
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1 Pasador superior
2 Tapita dei pasador
3 Bisagra inferior
4 Arandela
5 Perno
6 Patas niveladoras
7 Tomillos de la bisagra
USANDO SU CONGELADOR
> Control de temperatura
• Su congelador tiene un control que regula la temperatura. El control de temperatura está
ubicado en la esquina inferior a mano derecha.
• La primera vez que encienda el congelador, ponga la temperatura en la posición de
enfriado máximo, usando la llave del termostato provista. (Si extravía la llave, puede usar
una moneda o un destornillador plano).
• El control de temperatura va desde lo más caliente “W" a lo más frío “C". Después de 24 a
48 horas, ajuste el control de temperatura al nivel que usted necesite. El nivel “M" es el
más adecuado para uso en la casa u oficina.
• Para detener el ciclo de congelamiento, voltee el control de temperatura a “OFP
NOTA:
• Si gira la temperatüra a la^posición “OFP detendrá el ciclo de enfriamiento, esto no significa
que apagará el congelador.
• Si la unidad se desconecta, pierde corriente o se apaga la llave principal, tendrá que esperar 3
a 5 minutos para volver a reiniciar la unidad. Si usted intenta reiniciar antes de este tiempo su
congelador no encenderá.
No use agua hirviendo porque dañará las partes 'de plástico. Tampoco use puntas o
instrumentos metálicos para retirar la escarcha ya que dañará el espiral de enfriamiento y
cancelará la garantía. Le recomendamos usar la espátula de plástico.
• Retire los alimentos del congelador y coióquelos en una caja térmica para conservarlos y
protegerlos.
ADVERTENCIA
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Compartimiento de su congelador
• Este compartimiento está diseñado para un periodo largo {3 meses) de almacenamiento de
alimentos congelados.
• El tiempo de almacenamiento de los alimentos congelados varía y se recomienda almacenarlos
solamente mientras esté vigente la fecha de expiración. Cuando descongele su congelador
deberá seguir cuidadosamente las instrucciones.
• Alimentos congelados preenvasados comercialmente deben ser almacenados de acuerdo con las
indicaciones de su fabricante.
• Coloque los alimentos congelados dentro de su congelador inmediatamente después de
comprarlos. Si hay indicaciones en el envase, sígalas cuidadosamente considerando el tiempo de
almacenamiento.
• La puerta del congelador puede quebrarse cuando hay mucho hielo. Asegúrese de descongelarlo
cuando el hielo haya excedido 14 pulgada de espesor.
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CUIDADO Y MANTENIMIENTO
> Limpiando su congelador
• Gire el control de temperatura a “OFP, desconecte el congelador y retire los
alimentos.
• Lave el interior con agua tibia y un trapo suave remojado en una solución de
bicarbonato de sodio. La solución consiste en 2 cucharadas de bicarbonato de sodio y
un litro de agua.
• Lave la canasta de almacenaje con un detergente suave.
• Las partes externas de su congelador deben ser limpiadas con un detergente suave y
agua tibia.
ADVERTENCIA
Asegúrese de desconectar el congelador de la corriente eléctrica.
ocasionar un choque eléctrico o herirse.__________________________________________________
Si falla el suministro eléctrico
Usualmente la electricidad regresa en unas pocas horas sin afectar la temperatura de su congelador,
siempre que la puerta no se abra muy frecuentemente. Si le va faltar electricidad por un período de
tiempo más largo, usted debe tomar los pasos apropiados para proteger sus alimentos.
Retire todos los alimentos si va a estar ausente por un período largo; desconecte y limpie su
congelador.
Deje la puerta del congelador ligeramente abierta para evitar la formación de mal olor, moho.
Para mover su congelador
• Retire los alimentos. '
• Asegúrese de colocar cinta adhesiva a todo lo que se puede caer dentro de su congelador.
• Retire las patas para prevenir que se dañen.
• Selle las puertas con cinta adhesiva.
• Asegúrese que ei congelador se mantenga parado durante el traslado.
Consejos para ahorrar energía
• Su congelador debe estar ubicado en el área más fría de la habitación, alejado de
electrodomésticos que produzcan calor o conductos de aire caliente y lejos de los rayos
solares.
• Los alimentos calientes deben estar a temperatura ambiental antes de colocarlos en el
congelador. Si sobrecarga su congelador forzará al compresor a funcionar más tiempo del
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normal. Los alimei ilus que~Be~congelañ leniameme pierden calidad y se malogran.
Si usted sale de vacaciones
Si no lo hace, puede
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Asegúrese de envolver adecuadamente los alimentos y de secar los empaques o
contenedores antes de colocarlos dentro del congelador. Colocarlos mojados ocasiona
escarcha en e! congelador.
La canasta de almacenaje de su congelador no debe ser forrada con papel aluminio, papel de
cera o papel toalla ya que esto interfiere con la circulación del aire frío restando eficiencia a su
congelador.
Organice y coloque etiquetas en los envases de los alimentos con la finalidad de abrir el
congelador lo menos posible y encontrar rápidamente lo que usted está buscando. Retire la
mayor cantidad posible de cosas que necesita a la vez y cierre la puerta del congelador tan
pronto le sea posible.
PROBLEMAS CON SU CONGELADOR
Usted puede resolver muchos problemas comunes de su electrodoméstico fácilmente, ahorrándole el
gasto de una posible visita del servicio técnico.
Pruebe las siguientes sugerencias para verificarsi usted puede resolver el problema antes de llamar al
servicio técnico.
GUIA PARA SOLUCIONAR PROBLEMAS
PROBLEMA
Su electrodoméstico no funciona
SOLUCIÓN
No está conectado a la corriente eléctrica.
El interruptor saltó o se quemó un fusible
El control de temperatura está en "OFP
El compresor se enciende y se apaga
frecuentemente
La temperatura de la habitación es más caliente de lo normal.
Colocó demasiados alimentos descongelados al mismo
tiempo.
La puerta permanece abierta mucho tiempo.
La puerta no quedó completamenté cerrada.
El control de temperatura no está funcionando correctamente.
La empaquetadura de la puerta no está sellada
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Vibración.
adecuadamente.
El congelador no tiene el suficiente espacio libre.
Asegúrese que el congelador'esté ubicado en un lugar
totalmente plano.
Sonido de burbujeo, goteo, como agua
que hierve o crujidos.
Esto es normal. Es el refrigerante (usado para enfriar el
congelador) que está circulando a través del sistema.
La contracción y expansión de las paredes internas puede
ocasionar sonidos como crujidos.
La puerta-no cierra completamente
El congelador nó está tótálmente nivelado.
La dirección de ^ertura de la puerta fue invertida pero
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instalada incorrectamente.
El sellador de la puerta está sucio.
La canasta de almacenaje está fuera de su sitio obstaculizando
el cierre de la puerta.
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