REFRIGERATOR - FREEZERS
Models
FF1084W
FF1085SS
FF1386W
FF1387SS
Use and Care Guide
BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Keep proof of original sales date (such as your sales slip) with this
manual to establish the warranty period.
Write the Model and S eri al Num bers h ere. Y ou’ ll fin d t hem on a pl at e
located either on the back of the appliance or on an interior wall.
Model No. ____________ ___ ______________
Serial No. _____________________________
Felix Storch, Inc.
770 Garrison Avenu e
Bronx, NY 10474
www.summitappliance.com
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Before the refrigerator-freezer 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 usi n g this a ppli ance, follow ba sic pr ecaut ions, inclu ding t he f ollowi ng:
• 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 separat e circuit, serving only y our r efrigerator-freezer, be provided. U se
receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain.
• Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids. These fumes can creat e a fire h azard or explosion.
• Do not store or use gasoline or ot her f lammable vapors and liquids inside or in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance. The fu m es can create a fire hazard or explosion.
• Do not use inflammable s pr ays in the vicinity of this appliance.
• Before proceeding with cl eaning and maintenance operati ons, make sure the power line of t he unit is
disconnected.
• Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug when y our hands ar e w et.
• Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before cl eaning or servicing. Failure to do so can result in
electrical shock or death.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your refri ger at or-freezer unless it is spec ifica l ly
recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
• This appliance is CFC- an d HF C-free and contains a small qu ant it y of Isobutane (R600a) which i s
environmentally friendly but flammable. It does not da mag e the ozone layer, nor does it increase the
greenhouse effect. Care mu st be taken dur ing tran sportatio n and setting up of the ap pliance that no parts
of the cooling system are damaged. Leaking coolant can ignite and may damage the eyes.
• In the event of any damage:
- Avoid open flames and anything that creates a spark,
- Disconnect from the el ectrical power line,
- Air the room in which the appliance is located for several minutes, and
- Contact the Service D epartment for advice.
• The more coolant there is in an appl iance, the larger the room it should be installed in. In the event of a
leakage, if the appliance is in a s ma ll room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up. For
every ounce of coolant, at least 325 cubic feet of room space is req uired. The amount of coolant in the
appliance is stated on the data plate either on the back of the a ppl iance or on an interior wall. It is
hazardous for anyone other than an authorized Serv ice Per son to carry out servicing or re pairs to this
appliance.
• Take serio us car e when handling, moving, and using the appliance to avoi d ei t her damaging the
refrigerant tubing or incre asing the risk of a leak.
• Replacing component par ts and servicing shall be d one by factory-authorized service personnel so as to
minimize the risk of possi ble i gnition due to incorrect parts or impr oper ser vice.
• DANGER! Risk of child entrapment!
Child entrapment and suffocation are not probl ems of the past. Junked or aba ndoned refrigerators are
still dangerous, even if they will "just sit in the garage a few days."
√ Befor e you throw away your old refrigerator: Take off the doors. Le ave the shelves in place so
that children may not easily climb inside.
√ Never allow children to operate, play with, or cr aw l i nside the refrigerator.
• Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator-freezer. Failure to do so can res ult i n back or
other injury.
• To ensure proper ventilation for your appliance, the front of the unit must be com pletely unobstructed.
Choose a well-ventilated ar ea w it h t emperatures above 60°F (16°C) and b el ow 90°F (32°C). This unit
must be installed in an are a pr ot ected from the elements, such as w ind, rain, water spray or dr ips.
• The refrigerator-freezer should not be located n ext to ovens, grills or other sources of high heat.
• The appliance must be installed with all electrical, water and drain connections in accordance with state
and local codes. A standard electrical supply ( 115 V AC only, 60 Hz), properly grounded in accordance
with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordin ances, is required.
• Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord of the refrigerator-freezer.
• The fuse (or circuit brea ker) size should be 15 amperes.
• It is important for the appliance to be leveled in order to w or k properly. You may need to make several
adjustments to lev el it.
• Check for leaks after connect ion.
• Never allow children to oper at e, play with or crawl inside the refrigerator.
• This appliance is not intended f or use by persons (including children) with reduced 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 a person responsible for their safety.
• IMPORTANT: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accel er at e the defrosting process, ot her
than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• IMPORTANT: Do not damage the re frig er ant circuit.
• IMPORTANT: Do not use electrica l app liances inside the food storage compartments of the appl ia nce,
unless they are of a type recommended by the manufact ur er.
• Do not use solvent-based clea ning agents or abrasives on the int er ior. These cleaners may damag e or
discolor the interior.
• This type of refrigerator-freezer is widely use d i n pl aces such as hotels, offices, student dormitor ies and
houses. It is most suitable for refrigerating and storing food items. Do not use this apparatus for other
than its intended purpose.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Location of Parts
The figure below represents this series of refriger at or-freezers, which have si m ilar st r uct ures but different
capacities.
1. Thermostat
2. Temperature control panel
3. Refrigerator shelf
4. Crisper
5. Adjustable foot
6. Freezer shelf
7. Freezer door shelf
8. Switch for internal light
9. Refrigerator door shelf