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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS........................................................1
MODEL SERIAL INFORMATION.....................................................1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.................................................................2
ENERGY SAVING IDEAS…………………………….........................2
UNPACKING AND ACCESSORIES…………...................................2
PROPER LOCATION....................................................................... 3
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.............. .......................................... 4
TROUBLESHOOTING......... .......... ... ... ... ... .. .... ... ... ... .... .. ................5-6
Serial & Model Number
Thank you for purchasing our Premium refrigerator. This
Owner’s Guide contains valuab le information on the proper use
and care of your appliance. For future reference, please
remember to record the model and serial number.
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
• This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an
electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord
containing a grounding wire and a grounded plug. The
plug must be inserted into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded.
• Improper use of the plug may result in the risk of electric
shock.
• Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood or
if in doubt as to whether the appliance has been
properly grounded.
This appliance must be plugged into a 15Amp, 115 Volt,
60Hz GROUNDED OUTLET.
Note: Where a standard two-prong outlet is encountered, it
is the personal responsibility and obligation of the consumer
to have it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong
outlet.
We do not recommend the use of an extension cord with this
unit.
Occasionally, there may be power interruptions due to
thunderstorms or other causes. Remove the power cord
from wall outlet when a power outage occurs. When power
has been restored
,
re-plug the power cord into wall outlet.
Product Serial Plate Location
Serial Number Location
Grounding Instructions
Power Interruptions
Extension Cords
Wiring Requirements
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Energy Saving Ideas
• The freezer should be located in the coolest area
of the room, away from heat producing appliances
or heating ducts, and out of direct sunlight.
• Let hot foods cool to room temperature before
placing in the refrigerator. Overloading the
refrigerator. 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 build-up inside the freezer.
• Freezer baskets should not be lined with aluminum
foil, wax paper, or paper toweling. Liners interfere
with cold air circulation, making the refrigerator.
less efficient.
• Organize and label food to reduce lid openings
and extended searches. Remove as many items
as needed at one time, and close lid as soon as
possible.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read all of the instructions before using this
appliance. When using this appliance, always
exercise basic safety precautions, including the
following:
1. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as
described in this operation manual.
2. This appliance must be properly installed in
accordance with the installation instructions before it is
used. See the installation section for more details.
3. This appliance must be connected to a proper
electrical outlet with the correct electrical supply.
Proper grounding must be ensured to reduce the risk
of shock and fire.
4. Do not cut or remove the grounding plug! If you do not
have a three-prong electric receptacle outlet in the
wall, have a certified electrician install the proper
outlet. The wall receptacle must be properly grounded.
5. Never unplug your appliance by pulling on the power
cord. Always grasp the plug firmly and pull straight out
from the outlet.
6. Immediately replace worn power cords, loose plugs
and power outlets.
7. To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, do not use
extension cords or adapters to connect the unit to an
electrical power source.
8. Unplug your appliance before cleaning or making any
repairs.
9. We suggest that a certified technician perform the
service if for any reason this product requires service.
10. If your old appliance is being discarded, we
recommend that you remove the door and leave the
shelves in place. This will reduce the possibility of
danger to children.
11. This appliance should not be recessed or built into an
enclosed cabinet. It is designed for freestanding
installation only.
12. Do not operate your appliance in the presence of
explosive fumes.
13. Do not tamper with the controls.
14. Do not operate this appliance unless all enclosure
panels are properly in place.
15. Do not operate this appliance when parts are missing
or broken.
16. Do not use this appliance for commercial use.
17. This appliance is designed for indoor use only and
should not be used outdoors.
18. To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to
play in or on the appliance. Close supervision is
necessary when the appliance is used near children.
19. The appliance door must be closed during operation.
Do not leave the door open when children are near the
refrigerator
DANGER!
Risk of child entrapment! Before throwing
away your old appliance, remove the door so
that children may not easily become trapped
inside.
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Unpacking and Accessories Inventory
1. Remove all packing materials. This includes the foam
base and all adhesive tape holding the accessories both
inside and outside.
2. Inspect and remove any remaining packaging, tape or
printed materials before turning on the beer dispenser
.
Note: Allow refrigerator to stand in an upright position for 2
hours before turning on the power.
Check all supplied accessories in the carton to be sure that all
pieces are present and in good condition. A checklist of
accessories is listed below for your reference.
Proper Location
• To ensure that your refrigerator works at the
maximum efficiency it was designed for installation in
a location where there is proper air circulation,
plumbing and electrical connections.
• Choose a location where the refrigerator will be away
from heat and will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• This refrigerator is designed for indoor use only and
should not be used outdoors.
• This refrigerator is a freestanding design and should
not be placed in a built-in or recessed area.
The following dimensions are the recommended clearances
around
refrigerator.
Sides......................3/4" (19mm)
Back...........................1" (25mm)
Structure Illustration
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Understanding Normal Operating Sounds
•
Bubbling or gurgling sounds and slight vibrations are the result
of the refrigerant circulating through the cooling coils.
• Sizzling or popping sounds occur during the automatic defrost
cycle.
• Dripping sounds occur as ice melts from the evaporator and
flows into the water collection tray during the automatic defrost
cycle.
• Cracking or popping sounds are caused by the expanding
and/or contracting of the cooling coils during the automatic
defrost cycle .
Cleaning and General Maintenance
General Interior and Exterior Cabinet Cleaning
1. Prepare a cleaning solution of 3-4 tablespoons of
baking soda mixed with warm water. Use a sponge or
soft cloth dampened with the cleaning solution to wipe
down the interior and exterior surfaces of the cabinet.
2. Rinse with clean, warm water and dry with a soft cloth.
Note: Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasives, ammonia,
chlorine bleach, concentrated detergents, solvents or metal
scouring pads. Some of these products may dissolve, damage
and/or discolor the cabinet finish.
Door Gasket Cleaning
1. Clean the door gasket with a damp cloth every three
months. The gasket must be kept clean and pliable to
ensure a proper seal.
2. Petroleum jelly applied lightly to the hinge side of the
gaskets will keep the gasket pliable and ensure a good
seal.
LEVELING
The refrigerator must have all bottom c orners resting firmly on
solid floor. The floor must be strong enough to support a fully
loaded refrigerator.
NOTE: It is Very Important for your refrigerator to be level in
order to function properly.
To Level Your Refrigerator:
After discarding crating screws and wood base, use a
carpenter’s level to level the refrigerator from front-to-back.
Temperature Control
The temperature is controlled by adjusting the temperature
control Knob.
Larger numbers indicate lower temperatures, smaller
numbers indicate higher temperatures.
The OFF position will cause the compressor to stop.
During winter months the ambient temperatures are lower
and may cause excessive cooling inside the refrigerator.
To prevent this, the temperature setting knob should be set
between 4~6.
During the summer when the ambient temperatures are
higher, the temperature setting knob should be set between
3~1.
First Use
When operating the refrigerator for the first time, allow it to
empty (without any food) until it autos tops at the desired
temperature –t his usually takes 2 or 3hours – then set the
thermostatic dial to the desired setting and load the
refrigerator.
Defrosting
Defrost the freezer compartment whenever the layer of
frost on the surface of the evaporator reaches 3 or 4 mm.
When defrosting remove all food and ice cube trays. Set
the thermostat at the “OFF” position. Put the drip tray
under the evaporator to collect melted
water. After the
frost has melted, discard the melted water and dry the
interior of the refrigerator. The refrigerator can then be
restarted by turning its thermostat to the desired setting.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service
call.
Your refrigerator will not operate
• Is the power supply cord unplugged?
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
•
Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
• Is the Temperature Control turned to the OFF position?
See “Using the Control(s).”
There is water in the defrost drain pan
• Is the refrigerator defrosting?
The water will evaporate. It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan.
• Is it more humid than normal?
Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate. This is normal when
it is hot or humid.
The motor seems to run too much
• Is the room temperature hotter than normal?
Expect the motor to run longer under warm conditions. At normal room
temperatures, expect your motor to run about 40% to 80% of the time.
Under warmer conditions, expect it to run even more of the time.
•
Has a large amount of food just been added to the refrigerator?
Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. It is normal for the
motor to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down. See “Refrigerator
Features.”
•
Are the doors opened often?
Expect the motor to run longer when this occurs. In order to conserve energy, try to get
everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy to
find, and close the door as soon as the food is removed.
• Is the control set correctly for the surrounding conditions?
See “Using the Control(s),” depending on the model.
•
Are the doors closed completely?
Push the doors firmly shut. If they will not shut all the way, see
“The doors will not close completely” later in this section.
NOTE: Your new refrigerator will r un longer than your old one due
to its high-efficiency motor.
The refrigerator seems to make too much noise
• The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator.
See “Normal Sounds.”
The doors will not close completely
• Are food packages blocking the door open?
Rearrange containers so that they fit more tightly and take up less space.
• Are the gaskets sticking to the cabinet?
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The gaskets and the surface that they touch should be clean of oil
and dirt and the surface that they touch. Rubbing a thin coat of paraffin
wax on the gaskets after cleaning will cleaning.
• Were the doors removed during product installation and not properly replaced?
Remove and replace the doors according to “Refrigerator Doors,” or call a
qualified service technician.
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Product Warranty
Your product is protected by this warranty:
Warranty service must be obtained from Midea Consumer Services or an authorized Midea
servicer.
WARRANTY
PERIOD
MIDEA, THROUGH ITS
AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, WILL:
THE CONSUMER WILL BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
One year from original
purchase date
Pay all costs for repairing or replacing
parts of this appliance which prove to
be defective in materials or
workmanship.
Costs of service calls that are listed
under NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CONSUMER*
Midea replacement parts shall be used and will be warranted only for the period remaining on the
original warranty.
NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER*
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items
listed below:
1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.
2. Proper installation by an authorized service professional in accordance with instructions provided with the
appliance and in accordance with all local plumbing, electrical and / or gas codes.
3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of
loosen connections or defects in house wiring.
4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing.
5. Damages to finish after installation.
EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not cover the following:
1) Failure caused by damage to the unit while in your possession (other than damage caused by defect or
malfunction), by its improper installation, or by unreasonable use of the unit, including without limitation, failure
to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance or to follow the written Installation and Operating Instructions.
2) Damages caused by services performed by persons other than authorized Midea servicers; use of parts other
than Midea replacement parts; obtained from persons other than such Midea customer service; or external
causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.
3) If the unit is put to commercial, business, rental, or other use or application other than for consumer use, we
make no warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or
fitness for particular use or purpose.
4) Products without original serial numbers or products that have serial numbers which have been altered or
cannot be readily determined.
Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. So this limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record.
The date on the bill established the warranty period should service be required.
If service is performed, it is your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts.
This written warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
Service under this warranty must be obtained by following these steps, in order:
1. Contact Midea Consumer Services or an authorized Midea servicer at 1 866 64 MIDEA / 1 866 646 4332.
2. If there is a question as to where to obtain service, contact our consumer relations Department.
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