Insignia NS-RTM21SS7 User Manual

21 cu. ft. Top Mount
Refrigerator

NS-RTM21SS7

USER GUIDE

Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.

Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Grounding requirement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Main components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Setting up your refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Before using your refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Finding a suitable location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Leveling your refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Providing proper ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Providing a proper power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Using your refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Setting the refrigerator temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Reversing the door position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Preparing to reverse the door position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Reversing the door position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Installing the optional ice maker (sold separately) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Maintaining your refrigerator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Defrosting the freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Shutting down your refrigerator - long vacations (several months). . . . . .16

Moving your refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Tips on saving energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia product. Your
NS-RTM21SS7 represents the state of the art in refrigerator design and is
designed for reliable and trouble-free performance.

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Important Safety Instructions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage
constituting a risk of electric shock is present
within your refrigerator.

This symbol indicates that there are important
operating and maintenance instructions in the
literature accompanying your refrigerator.

WARNI NG

1 Read these instructions.

2 Keep these instructions.

3 Heed all warnings.

4 Follow all instructions.

5 Do not use this appliance near water.

6 Clean only with a damp cloth.

7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the

manufacturer's instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,

stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type

plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly

at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the appliance.

11 Do not attempt to modify or extend the power cord of this appliance.

12 Unplug this appliance during lightning storms or when it will not be

used for long periods of time.

13 Make sure that the available AC power matches the voltage

requirements of this appliance.

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14 Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This could result in an electric

shock.

15 Unplug the power cord by holding the plug, never by pulling the cord.

16 Do not turn the appliance on or off by plugging or unplugging the

power cord.

17 Turn off the appliance before unplugging it.

18 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required

when the appliance has been damaged in any way, such as the
power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the appliance, the appliance has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

19 To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance

to rain, moisture, dripping, or splashing, and no objects filled with
liquids should be placed on top of it.

WARNING

Electric Shock Hazard

Failure to follow these instructions can result in electric shock, fire, or
death.

1 WAR NI NG–Keep ventilation openings in the appliance clear of

obstruction.

2 WAR NI NG–Do not touch the interior of the freezer compartment with

wet hands. This could result in frost bite.

3 WAR NI NG–Do not use mechanical devices or other means to

accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by
the manufacturer.

4 WAR NI NG–Do not damage the refrigerant tubing when handling,

moving, or using the refrigerator.

5 WAR NI NG–Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage

compartment of the refrigerator, unless they are of the type
recommended by the manufacturer.

6 WAR NI NG–DANGER—Never allow children to play with, operate, or

crawl inside the refrigerator.
Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator

or freezer:

1) Take off the doors

2) Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb
inside

7 Unplug the refrigerator before carrying out user maintenance on it.

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8 This appliance can be used by children age 8 years and older and

persons with reduced physical or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they are given supervision or instruction
concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children should not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and maintenance should not be performed by children
without supervision.

9 If a component part is damaged, it must be replaced by the

manufacturer, its service agent, or similar qualified persons in order to
avoid a hazard.

10 Follow local regulations regarding disposal of the appliance due to

flammable refrigerant and gas. All refrigeration products contain
refrigerants, which under the guidelines of federal law must be
removed before disposal. It is the consumer's responsibility to comply
with federal and local regulations when disposing of this product.

11 This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar

environments.

12 Do not store or use gasoline or any flammable liquids inside or in the

vicinity of this refrigerator.

13 Do not use an extension cord with this appliance. If the power cord is

too short, have a qualified electrician install an outlet near the
appliance. Use of an extension cord can negatively affect the
refrigerator’s performance.

Grounding requirement

This appliance must be grounded. This appliance is equipped with a cord
having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be
inserted into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding
instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to
whether the appliance is properly grounded.

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Features

Glass shelves

Crispers

Leveling feet

Freezer door
racks

Butter
keeper

Refrigerator
control panel
w/LED

Door racks

Wire shelf

Glass crisper
cover

• 21 cubic foot capacity

• Electronic control

• Glass spill-safe shelves (2)

• Humidity-controlled crisper drawers

•LED lighting

•Frost free

Package contents

• 21 cu. ft. top mount refrigerator

•Hinge kit

•User Guide

Main components

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Setting up your refrigerator

Before using your refrigerator

1 Remove the interior packing.

2 Let the refrigerator stand upright for approximately four hours before

connecting it to power. This reduces the possibility of a malfunction in
the cooling system from improper handling during transportation.

3 Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth.

4 Wait for approximately 24 hours after the thermostat has been set

before placing any food in your refrigerator.

Finding a suitable location

• This refrigerator is designed to be free standing only, and should not
be recessed or built-in.

• Place your refrigerator on a floor that is strong enough to support the
refrigerator when it is fully loaded.

• Locate the refrigerator away from direct sunlight because it may affect
the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical
consumption. Ambient temperature below 50°F (10°C) or above 85°F
(29.4°C) will hinder the performance of this refrigerator. This
refrigerator is not designed for use in a garage or any other outside
installation.

• Avoid locating the refrigerator in moist areas.

• The refrigerator door must be able to swing fully open.

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Leveling your refrigerator

• It is very important for the refrigerator to be level. If the refrigerator is
not leveled during installation, the doors may not close or seal
properly, causing cooling, frost, or moisture problems.

• To level your refrigerator, rotate the leveling feet clockwise (to raise)
the refrigerator or counter-clockwise (to lower).

Providing proper ventilation

Place the refrigerator at least five inches from the wall to ensure proper
airflow to the compressor. Do not place the refrigerator near any heat
sources, such as a heater or stove, as this may put a strain on the
compressor.

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Note

Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator helps to
take some weight off the leveling foot, making it easier to
adjust.

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