Curtis FR834UK User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Model Number:

Compact Refrigerator

CAUTION:

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

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Curtis International LTD

315 Attwell Drive, Etobicoke, Ontario, M9W 5C1, Canada

FR832UK

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Table of Contents

Fridge Safety 3
Important Safeguides 4
Parts and Features 5
Important Safety Instructions 6
Installation Instructions 6
Before Using Your Fridge 6
Installation of Your Fridge 6
Electrical Connection 7
Extension Cord 7
Operating Your Appliance 8
Setting the Temperature Control 8
Storage Capacity 8
Care and Maintenance 9
Defrosting Your Fridge 9
Cleaning Your Appliance 9
Vacation Time 9
Moving Your Fridge 9
Energy Saving Tips 9
Troubleshooting Guide 10
Wiring Diagram 11

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FRIDGE 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 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.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUIDES

Before the Fridge 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 Fridge, 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 Fridge be provided. Use receptacles
that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain.

• Never clean Fridge parts with flammable fluids. These fumes can create a fire hazard or explosio n.
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 Fridge 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 Fridge 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 Fridge. Failure to do so can result in back or other
injury.

• To ensure proper ventilation for your Fridge, the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed.
Choose a well-ventilated area with temperatures above 60°F (16
unit must be installed in an area protected from the elements, such as wind, rain, water spray or
drips.

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

• The Fridge must be installed with all electrical, water and drain connections in accordance with

state and local codes. A standard electrical supply (220~240 V AC only, 50 Hz), properly
grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes a nd ordinances is
required.

• Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord of Fridge.

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

• It is important for the Fridge 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 Fridge.

• Although the unit has been tested at the factory, due to long-term transit and storage, the first

batch of 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 other than its intended purpose.

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C) and below 90°F (32°C). This

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