BOTTOM FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR
Owner’s Manual
Please read this guide thoroughly
before operating and keep it handy for
reference at all times.
Model
GM-B208***
P/No. MFL62761602
TABLE OF CONTENTS
English Version |
2 |
Safety Instructions |
3 |
Grounding Requirements |
5 |
Parts and Features |
6 |
Refrigerator Installation |
7 - 13 |
Unpacking your refrigerator |
7 |
Installation |
7 |
Base Grille |
7 |
Removing, Reversing and Replacing |
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Your refrigerator doors |
9 - 10 |
Pull out drawer |
11 |
Leveling and door alignment |
13 |
Using your refrigerator |
14 - 19 |
Ensuring proper air circulation |
14 |
Multi Flow |
14 |
Door alarm |
14 |
Setting the controls |
14 - 15 |
Food storage guide |
15 |
Storing frozen food |
15 |
Refrigerator Section |
16 |
Refrigerator shelves |
16 |
Chef Fresh |
17 |
Crisper humidity control |
17 |
Crisper cover with lattice on inner surface |
18 |
Design-A-Door |
18 |
Dairy Bin |
18 |
Egg Box |
18 |
Freezer Section |
19 |
Ice Bin |
19 |
Wire Durabase |
19 |
Guide-out drawer basket |
19 |
Care and Cleaning |
20 - 21 |
General cleaning tips |
20 |
Outside |
20 |
Inside walls |
20 |
Door liner and gaskets |
20 |
Plastic parts |
20 |
Condenser coils |
20 |
Light bulb replacement |
20 - 21 |
Power interruptions |
21 |
When you go on vacation |
21 |
About the Custom Cube Ice Maker |
22 |
Connecting the Water Line |
23 - 25 |
Troubleshooting Guide |
26 - 29 |
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY MESSAGES
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you
of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION. These words mean:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following:
NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.
When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
DO NOT allow children to climb, stand or hang on the refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
Keep fingers out of “pinch point” areas; clearances between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful when you open the doors when children are in the area.
Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual.
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (Aburnedout light bulb may break when being replaced.) NOTE: Setting either or both controls to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit.
Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment - they may break when frozen, causing damage.
The refrigerator-freezer should be so positioned that the supply plug is accessible for quick disconnection when accident happens.
For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care guide.
After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces.
In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that releases the cubes. DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.
DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely. The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:
“...You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold below 40 °F (4 °C).”
“...Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be discarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable, get rid of it. The food may be dangerous to eat.”
“Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables and prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of their quality as you can.”
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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CAUTION
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduce physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous... even if they will sit for “just a few days”. If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions at right to help prevent accidents.
CFC DISPOSAL
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.
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone.
This appliance contains fluid (refrigerant, lubricant), is made of parts and materials which are reusable and / or recyclable. All the important materials should be sent to the collecton center of waste material and can be reused after rework (recycling).
For take back, please contact with the local agency.
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant, you can be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation.
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GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.
TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance must be properly grounded (earthed). Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
3-pins grounding type wall receptacle
3-pins grounding plug
Ensure proper ground exists before use.
3-pins grounding type wall receptacle
3-pins grounding plug
Ensure proper ground exists before use.
ACCESSIBILITY OF SUPPLY CORD
When you decide the placement of your refrigerator,
as a stationary appliance, it should have its plug accesible at all times.
Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsability and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded three-ping wall outlet.
Do not,under any circumstances,cut or remove the third (pin) prong from the power cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control, depending on the model) to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control, depending on the model) to the desired setting.
DO NOT USE EXTENSION CORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions,we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord.
POWER CORD REPLACEMENT
Ifi the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or similary qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHODS
(Plug type depending on region)
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 240 Volts, 50 Hz, AC only, and fused at 10 amperes.
This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could case a fire hazard from overheated wires.
It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
Use a receptacle which can not be turned off with a switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord.
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PARTS AND FEATURES
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B |
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Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features.
NOTE: This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.
A Digital Sensor Control * |
K Filter (Inside)* |
B Refrigerator Light |
L Dairy Bin |
C Shelves |
M Egg Box * |
D Chef Fresh / Snack Pan |
N Refrigerator Door Rack |
E Can Dispenser * |
O Freezer Light |
F Optibin Crisper |
P Pull out Drawer |
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Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper |
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G Custom cube Icemaker * |
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H Ice Tray * |
*On some models |
IDurabase
JDivider
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
3.Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is between 55 °F (13 °C) and 110 °F (43 °C.) If the temperature around the appliance is too low or high, cooling ability may be adversely affected.
CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight or moisture.
UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before using. Do not remove any warningtype labels, the model and serial number label, or the Tech Sheet that is attached to back wall of the refrigerator.
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see the Important Safety Instructions section.
Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position.
Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs.
When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.
INSTALLATION
1.Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight, or moisture.
2.To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. If required, adjust the leveling screws to compensate for unevenness of the floor. The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing. Leveling screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet
slightly. Turn the leveling screws clockwise ( ) to raise the unit, counterclockwise (
) to lower it.
NEXT
1.Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust accumulated during shipping.
2.Install accessories such as ice cube bin, drawers, shelves, etc., in their proper places. They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipment.
3.Let your refrigerator run for 2 or 3 hours before putting food in it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling. Your refrigerator is now ready for use.
WARNING:
Be careful when you work with hinge, base grille, stopper etc. You may be injured.
Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents, base grille or bottom of refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an electrical shock.
BASE GRILLE INSTALLATION
To install or replace Base Grille:
1.Remove the 2 screws from the bottom front part of refrigerator.
2.Place Base Grille into position and insert and tighten screws.
To remove the base grille
1.Remove screws from Base Grille and remove.
2.Reattach screws to the base of refrigerator.
A proper distance from adjacent items
Please keep the refrigerator at a proper distance from other things. Too small a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity consumption charges.
(5.08 cm) 2” |
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
T O O L S Y O U M A Y N E E D
10 mm |
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1/4 in |
1/4 in |
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3/32 in |
3/8 in |
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Allen wrench |
Hex head socket wrench |
Phillips screwdriver |
Flat head screwdriver |
To move refrigerator through a house door, it maybe necessary to remove refrigerator and freezer door handles.
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page.
1.Removing Refrigerator Handle
•Loosen the set screws with the 3/32 ” Allen wrench and remove the handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed, use a 1/4 ” Allen wrench.
2.Removing Freezer Drawer Handle
•Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the handle with the 3/32 ” Allen wrench and remove the handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed, use a 1/4 ” Allen wrench.
Mounting
Fasteners
Set Screw
Allen Wrench
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR
1.Removing Refrigerator Door NOTE: Handle appearance may vary.
IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF and unplug it. Remove food and any bins from doors.
Left Door
Loosen the cover screw (1).
Disconnect door switch wire (2).
Loosen hinge bolts (3).
Lift off the top hinge (4).
Place the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up.
Right Door
Loosen the cover screw (1).
Disconnect door switch wire (2).
Disconnect wire harness (5).
Loosen hinge bolts (3).
Loosen ground screw (6).
Lift off the top hinge (4).
Place the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up.
CAUTION: When removing top hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forward.
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