Summit FF590SSHH User Manual
PLACING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
WARNING:
Two or more people are required to
move and/or install the refrigerator.
Failure to do so may cause back or
other injury.
1. Choose a location for the refrigerator
that has a strong, level floor. If such a
place is unavailable, be sure to adjust
the rotating leg supports such that the
refrigerator is always kept level.
2. Your refrigerator needs at least
¼” (6.35mm) of air space at the top
and on the sides, and 2” at the rear to
allow for proper air ventilation. Be
sure that airflow under the appliance
is not blocked. If the refrigerator is
installed next to a fixed wall, provide
at least 2½ inches (6.35 cm) of room
on the hinge side to allow for the door
to swing open.
3. Avoid direct sunlight and heat. Light
will discolor the enamel finish. In
addition, when placed near a heat
source such as stove or direct
sunlight, the refrigerator will consume
more electricity. Similarly, avoid installing in relatively cold locations: do
not install in a place where the
temperature will fall below 55°F
(13°C).
4. Avoid moisture. If placed near a sink
or water faucet, the evaporator will
frost faster because of the higher
humidity.
WARNING:
EXPLOSION HAZARD. Keep
flammable materials and vapors,
such as gasoline, away from the
refrigerator. Failure to do so can
result in death, explosion or fire.
REFRIGERATOR FEATURES
Temperature Control Knob
The refrigerator’s temperature control knob is
preset at the factory for
your convenience. When
first installing your refrigerator, be sure that the
control is still in the midpoint setting as shown.
Adjusting the Control Knob
The mid-setting indicated in the section
above should be ideal for regular use.
However, if you need to adjust the temperature, be sure to wait at least 24
hours between adjustments. Check the
temperature, and adjust the knob to the
next higher setting to make the refrigerator colder. To make the refrigerator less
cold, adjust the control to the next lower
setting.
Refrigerator Shelves
You can remove the shelf by lifting up
the front and pulling it out of the shelf
slot.
You can replace the shelf by inserting
it into the shelf slot and pushing it
toward the back of the compartment.
Note: Keep similar foods together on the
same shelf. This helps to reduce the time
the refrigerator door is open and therefore save energy.
Important Information Regarding Glass
Shelves:
Never clean the glass shelves with warm
water when they are cold. The glass may
break if exposed to sudden temperature
changes or impact, such as bumping.
The refrigerator’s shelves use tempered
glass, which is designed to shatter into
many small, pebble-size pieces. This is
normal.
Glass shelves are heavy. Use both hands
when removing them to avoid dropping.
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UNPACKING THE REFRIGERATOR
Remove tape, and clean off any
residual glue from the refrigerator
surfaces before turning the unit on.
Apply some liquid dish detergent over
the residue with your fingers, wipe
down using warm water and dry.
In order to prevent damage to the
surface of your refrigerator, do not
use rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids,
abrasive cleaners or sharp tools
when removing the packing tape and
glue.
Discard or recycle all packaging
material.
Clean the inside of your refrigerator
prior to operation. Refer to the
REFRIGERATOR CARE section on
pages 4 and 5.
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY
The safety of you and others around
you is very important.
Safety messages should be read
completely and followed at all times.
This is the safety alert symbol:
It indicates potential hazards
that can kill or hurt you and others.
Messages about safety will tell you what
the potential hazard is, how to reduce
the chance of injury, and what can
happen if the instructions are not
followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury when using your
refrigerator, follow these basic
precautions:
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Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove the ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Disconnect power before servicing.
Use nonflammable product when
cleaning the refrigerator.
Keep flammable materials, such as
gasoline, away from the refrigerator.
Use two or more people to move and/
or install the refrigerator.
Proper disposal of old appliances:
DANGER! Old appliances can represent
a suffocation hazard to children.
Remove doors from your old appli-
ance.
Leave shelves in place.
If old appliance contains refrigerants,
it must be recycled by a licensed service or disposal company.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Before moving your refrigerator into its
desired location, it is important to check
that the proper electrical connection will
be used.
Recommended grounding method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20amp fused, grounded electrical supply is
required.
It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only your refrigerator be provided.
Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by
a switch. Do not use an extension cord.
NOTE: Be sure to unplug the refrigerator
prior to installation, cleaning, or general
maintenance such as changing the light
bulb.
LIMITED WARRANTY
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Within the 48 contiguous United States, for one year from the date of purchase, when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, warrantor will pay for factory-specified parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials
or workmanship. Service must be provided by a designated service company. Outside the 48
states, all parts are warranted for one year from manufacturing defects. Plastic parts, shelves
and cabinets are warranted to be manufactured to commercially acceptable standards, and are
not covered from damage during handling or breakage.
5-YEAR COMPRESSOR WARRANTY
The compressor is covered for 5 years.
Replacement does not include labor.
ITEMS WARRANTOR WILL NOT PAY FOR:
Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance, to instruct you how to use your
appliance, to replace or repair fuses or to correct wiring or plumbing.
Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs or broken shelves. Consumable
parts (such as filters) are excluded from warranty coverage.
Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, im-
proper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use
of products not approved by warrantor.
Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States.
Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.
Expenses for travel and transport ation for product service in remote locations.
The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location
or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FF590
COMPACT REFRIGERATOR
DISCLAIMEROFIMPLIEDWARRANTIES– LIMITATIONOFREMEDIES
CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANT Y SHALL BE
PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE
YEAR. WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LI MITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED W ARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR L IMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO
HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
WARNING! This product may contain chemicals known to the state
of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive
harm. For more information, visit: www.summitappliance.com/prop65
Chemicals known by the manufacturer to be present in this product
in concentrations higher than threshold limits: NONE
SUMMIT APPLIANCE DIV.
Felix Storch, Inc.
770 Garrison Avenue
Bronx, New York 10474
Tel.: 1-718-893-3900
Fax: 1-718-842-3093
www.summitappliance.com
Part No. 8336460121800 Printed in Mexico
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For parts and accessory ordering,
troubleshooting and helpful hints, visit:
www.summitappliance.com/support
ATTENTION
For your protection in the event of theft or loss
of refrigerator, fill in spaces provided below.
Model and Serial Numbers are indicated on
rear wall of refrigerator.
MODEL No. ________________________
SERIAL No. ________________________
ADJUSTING THE REFRIGERATOR
TILT
If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you
would like the door to close more easily,
you can use the four refrigerator leveling
legs to adjust the tilt of the unit.
Be sure that the refrigerator is in its final
position when making adjustments to the
tilt, and that it is plugged into a grounded
3 prong outlet.
WARNING:
Two or more people are required to move
and/or install the refrigerator. Failure to do
so may cause back or other injury.
WARNING:
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension c ord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire or electrical shock.
Turning a leveling leg to the right will
lower the refrigerator toward the position of the leg. Likewise, turning to
the left will raise the unit away from
the leg.
Several turns of the leveling legs
may be required before the refrigerator tilt is properly adjusted.
Turning both front legs the same
amount to the left will tilt the refrigerator to the rear. This adjustment
makes it easier for the door to close.
NOTE: It is easier to adjust the leveling
legs if someone else pushes against the
top of the refrigerator to take the weight
off of the legs.
REFRIGERATOR SOUNDS
After your new refrigerator has run for a
while, you may notice some sounds being
generated by the unit. These are normal.
Any hard surfaces surrounding the unit,
such as the floor or cabinetry, can make
the sounds seem louder. The following
list explains some of the sounds you may
hear, and their causes.
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REFRIGERATOR SOUNDS (cont’d)
Your refrigerator uses a high effi-
ciency compressor and fans, to keep
your food items at the desired temperature while minimizing energy usage. The fan and compressor may
therefore run for longer periods than
your old refrigerator. You may also
notice a pulsating or high-pitched
sound coming from the compressor or
fans, as they adjust to optimize performance.
As refrigerant flows inside the cabinet,
you may hear some rattling noises.
This may also be caused by items
stored inside the cabinet.
After each cooling cycle, you might
hear a gurgling sound caused by the
refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.
When the refrigerator is defrosting,
you might hear water running into the
drain pan.
Each time the refrigerator starts or
stops running, you may hear some
clicking sounds.
REFRIGERATOR CARE
Cleaning Your Refrigerator
NOTE: To prevent the buildup of odors,
clean the refrigerator about once a
month. Follow the below procedures for
cleaning:
1. Disconnect from power.
2. Remove parts such as shelves, etc.
that can be taken out of the refrigerator.
3. Using a clean sponge or soft cloth,
hand wash, rinse, and dry removable
parts and interior surfaces thoroughly.
Use a mild detergent in warm water.
DO NOT use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring
cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning
waxes, concentrated detergents,
bleaches or cleansers containing
petroleum products. DO NOT use
harsh cleaning tools such as paper
towels or scouring pads, as these can
scratch or damage the surfaces of the
refrigerator.
4. For stainless steel and painted metal
exterior surfaces, use a clean sponge
or soft cloth and a mild detergent in
warm water. DO NOT use abrasive or
harsh cleaners, or cleaners containing
chlorine, as these can scratch or
damage the material. Using a soft
cloth, dry thoroughly.
5. To help with removing odors, you can
use a mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt [26 g to 0.95 L]
of water) to wash the interior walls.
6. After cleaning, replace all of the parts
that were removed from refrigerator.
7. The condenser coils, located behind
the base grille, should also be
cleaned regularly. This may be as
often as every other month. Cleaning
the condenser coils may help reduce
how much energy the refrigerator
uses.
Remove the base grille (see
“Removing / Replacing the Base
Grill” section on page 7).
When the condenser coils are dusty
or dirty, use a vacuum cleaner with
an extension attachment.
Replace the base grille.
8. After cleaning the refrigerator, plug in
or reconnect power.
Replacing the Light Bulb
NOTE: The bulb should be exchanged
with one of the same size, shape, and
wattage, as not all appliance bulbs are
suited for your refrigerator.
1. Disconnect from power.
2. Remove the screw located at the
back of the light shield with a Phillips
screwdriver. By pulling the light shield
back, remove the tabs attached to the
refrigerator, and detach the light
shield.
3. Replace the bulb.
4. To reattach the light shield, push the
tabs back in. Align the holes and insert the screw, tightening as needed.
5. Connect to power.
Vacation
Use up any perishable goods and freeze
other items if you choose to leave the
refrigerator on while you are away.
If the refrigerator will be turned off prior to
your departure, follow these steps.
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. Unplug the refrigerator.
3. Clean the refrigerator. See “Cleaning
Your Refrigerator” on page 4.
4. Prop the door open, so that sufficient
air can enter the refrigerator. Do so by
taping a rubber or wood block to the
top of the door. Allowing air to flow into
the refrigerator prevents the buildup of
odor and mold.
Moving Care
Follow the instructions below to prepare
your refrigerator when moving to a new
location, such as a new home.
1. Remove all products from the refrig-
erator.
2. Unplug the refrigerator.
3. Clean, wipe, and dry the unit com-
pletely.
4. Take out all removable parts, wrap
them, and tape them together securely so they don’t shift and rattle
during the move.
5. Tape the doors shut and tape the
power cord to the rear of the refrigerator.
WARNING:
Important information about moving your
refrigerator
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the
unit for cleaning or maintenance, cover the
floor with cardboard or hardboard to prevent
damaging your floor. You should always pull
the refrigerator straight out when moving it.
Do not wiggle or “walk” the refrigerator when
trying to move it, as this can cause floor
damage.
Two or more people are required to move
and/or install the refrigerator. Failure to do so
may cause back or other injury.
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REVERSING THE DOOR HINGE
(OPTIONAL)
Required Tools: Phillips screwdriver
1. Disconnect power from the unit.
2. Remove each of the screws on the
top of the unit. There should be a
total of seven (3 on the hinge side,
4 on the unhinged side). Be careful
not to lose or discard the screws
3. Remove the TOP HINGE and
WASHER (see picture below) and
set aside.
3. Lift the door straight up and off of
the BOTTOM HINGE.
4. Remove the screws fastening the
BOTTOM HINGE and COVER to the
bottom of the refrigerator cabinet.
There are five screws total (4 for the
hinge, 1 for the cover)
5. Move the BOTTOM HINGE and
COVER each to the opposite side of
the bottom of the refrigerator cabinet. Completely tighten the four
BOTTOM HINGE screws, and tighten
the COVER screw gently.
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6. Remove the two screws fastening
the DOOR STOP SPACER and the
DOOR STOP to the bottom of the
refrigerator door, and move the
spacer and stop to the opposite side.
7. Re-insert and completely tighten the
screws.
8. Install the refrigerator door onto the
washer and hinge pin of the
BOTTOM HINGE.
9. Align the top hinge WASHER with
the HINGE HOLE in the top of the
door. Then, insert the TOP HINGE
pin through the WASHER and into
the HINGE HOLE.
10. Fasten the TOP HINGE with three
screws and move the remaining four
screws to the opposite side. Com-
pletely tighten the seven screws.
REMOVING / REPLACING THE BASE
GRILLE
Required Tools: Phillips screwdriver
To remove the base grille:
1. Open the refrigerator door.
2. Remove the two SCREWS with a
Phillips screwdriver. Release and
remove the base grille from the refrigerator by pushing both TABS in toward the center.
Has a large amount of product been
added to the refrigerator? The more
that is added to the refrigerator, the
longer it will take for the product to cool
down. During this process, the motor
will run longer.
Is the door frequently opened? W arm
air entering the refrigerator causes the
motor to run longer. Try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at
once, in order to save energy. If food is
organized so that it is easy to find, the
time the door is kept open can be minimized. Close the door as soon as you
have removed what you need.
Is the control set correctly? See
“Temperature Control Knob” section on
page 3.
To replace the base grille:
1. Open the refrigerator door.
2. Align both TABS into position, such
that the base grille snaps into place.
3. Replace and tighten the two SCREWS.
Is the door completely closed? Push
the door firmly shut.
Are the condenser coils dirty? This
prevents proper air transfer, and
causes the motor to work harder.
Clean the condenser coils. See
“Cleaning Your Refrigerator” section
on pages 4 and 5, and refer to #7.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Many problems can be resolved with-
out the need for a service call. Try the
following list as a reference to potential solutions of common problems.
PROBLEM
: The refrigerator is not operat-
ing.
Is the power supply cord unplugged?
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Has a household fuse blown, or a cir-
cuit breaker been tripped? Replace the
fuse or reset the circuit.
Is the temperature control knob in the
OFF position, or incorrectly set? See
“Temperature Control Knob” section on
page 3.
PROBLEM
: The motor is constantly run-
ning, or running too much
Is it hotter than usual where the refrig-
erator is? At normal temperatures, the
motor will typically run between 40%
and 80% of the time. The motor will
run even longer when the refrigerator
is in an unusually warm environment.
PROBLEM
: The refrigerator temperature
is too warm
Have you just added a large amount
of product to the refrigerator? This will
warm the interior of the unit until the
refrigerator is able to cool down to the
correct temperature.
Is the control set correctly? See
“Temperature Control Knob” section on
page 3.
PROBLEM
: There is excessive moisture
inside the refrigerator
Is the door opened frequently? If so,
humidity from the room will enter the
refrigerator and cause moisture to build
up. This will happen even more if the
air in the room is very humid.
Is all product properly packed? Ensure
all items inside the refrigerator are securely wrapped. Wipe damp containers.
PROBLEM
Is the gasket dirty or sticky? Clean the
: The door is hard to open
gasket and the surface that it touches.
Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax on the
gasket after cleaning.
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