EdgeStar CRF320SS Owner's Manual

Dear customer:

Thank you for buying this upright refrigerator. To
ensure that you get the best results from your new
refrigerator, please take time to read through the
simple instructions in this booklet.

Please maker sure that the packing material is
disposed of in accordance with the current
environmental requirements.

As old refrigerator equipment may contain CFC’s
which will damage the ozone layer, please contact
your local waste disposal department for advice on
safe disposal.

CAUTION

The appliance is not intended for use by young
children or infirm persons without supervision.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
This appliance is designed for indoor use only, in a
room temperature environment.

NOTE:

This appliance must be only used for its intended
purpose.

WARNING: if the appliance is too heavy to be
safely moved by one person, use a dolly. Failure

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to do so can result in back or other injury.

INST ALLA TION AND OPERA TION

Place your appliance in a location that is strong
enough to support its total weight, keeping in mind
that it will weigh substantially more when fully
loaded than when empty.
In order to prevent vibration and noise, the
refrigerator should be leveled by adjusting the
front leveling legs.
Please note that this appliance is designed for
“free-standing” use only. Choose a well ventilated
location with at least 2-3 inches of clearance
around the appliance.
Locate the appliance out of direct sunlight and
away from heat sources such as an oven or boiler.
For your safety, please read the following
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nformation.

Warning: This appliance must be installed on a
circuit that is grounded.

Operation

Before plugging in your refrigerator for the first
time remove all packaging, clean the refrigerator
with a soft rag and a mixture of lukewarm water
and baking soda (2 tablespoons baking soda in 1
quart of water works well) . Wipe dry with soft
c

loth.

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Temperature Control

The temperature in the appliance is controlled by
the thermostat control knob located in the lower
(refrigerator) section. Turn the thermostat control
knob to regulate the temperature inside the unit.
The knob has markings to indicate the relative
temperature settings, but in general, turning the
knob counter-clockwise corresponds to warmer
temperatures; turning the knob clockwise
corresponds to colder temperatures.
The thermostat control has essentially 7 settings
(Off + 1 through 6). “6” is the coldest setting. We
suggest initially setting the unit on “3”. After 24
hours, the unit should reach and maintain the
temperature associated with the “3” setting. If this
is adequate for your needs, good. If not, you may
adjust the temperature warmer or colder.
Please note that this refrigerator has two
compartments; the lower compartment is a
refrigerator and the upper compartment is a
freezer. The thermostat temperature control in the
lower compartment controls the temperature in
both compartments.
Please also note that the upper (freezer)
compartment is a true 0°F freezer- if you set the
temperature control appropriately (i.e. to a low
enough setting), you may safely store ice cream
and dairy products.

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The Light

This unit incorporates a 15-watt appliance bulb in
the refrigerator section. When the refrigerator door
is open, the bulb will turn on. When the
refrigerator door is closed, the light will remain
off.

Changing the light bulb

If the light does not turn on when the refrigerator
door is open:

• Unplug the refrigerator.

• Check to make sure that the light bulb is

firmly screwed in. If it is not screwed in
firmly, screw it in, then plug in the
refrigerator and test the bulb (by opening the
door).

• If the above does not solve the problem,

make sure the refrigerator is unplugged.

• Unscrew the light bulb. Purchase a

replacement light bulb (15-watt appliance
light bulb). NOTE: it is best to take the
burned-out bulb with you to help you select
the appropriate replacement bulb. Not all
bulbs will fit this application.

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