Summit FS20L User Manual
Felix Storch, Inc.
COMPACT FREEZER
Model No. FS20L
Write Serial Number (on back of unit) here:
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Instruction Manual
BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES
AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE LOCATION.
770 Garrison Avenue
Bronx, New York 10474
www.summitappliance.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Technical Information ....................................................................................... 1
Important Safeguards .................................................................................. 2 - 3
Location of Parts ............................................................................................... 4
Installation .......................................................................................................... 4
Installation of Your Unit
Electrical Connection
Operation ...................................................................................................... 5 - 6
Setting the Temperature Control ............................................................... 5
Using the Freezer ..................................................................................... 5
Defrosting Your Unit .................................................................................. 5
Storage ..................................................................................................... 6
Normal Phenomena .................................................................................. 6
Cleaning and Maintenance .......................................................................... 7 - 8
Cleaning Your Unit .................................................................................... 7
Power Failure ............................................................................................ 7
Vacation Time ........................................................................................... 7
Moving Your Unit ...................................................................................... 7
Energy-Saving Tips .................................................................................. 7
Reversing the Door Swing of the Freezer ................................................. 8
Locking the Freezer .................................................................................. 8
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 9
Limited Warranty ............................................................................................ 11
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Capacity: 1.6 cubic feet
Electrical Rating: 115V AC / 60Hz / 1.43A
Temperature Capability: -20°C
Energy Consumption: 277 kWh/year
Refrigerant: R134a, 3.17 oz
Shipping Weight: 55 lbs
Unit Dimensions: 19.75"W x 19.38"D x 19.75"H
Model Number: FS20L
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Before the 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 using the freezer, follow
basic precautions, including the following:
• 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 separate circuit, serving only your freezer be provided. Use
receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, it s service agent or a
similarly-qualified person in order to avoid an electrical hazard.
• The power supply to the freezer must match the indicated power supply on the nameplate.
Otherwise the freezer will be damaged and the manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated.
• Do not place or use anything flammable, such as gasoline, gas cylinders, solvent-based
cleaning fluids, near the freezer due to the risk of fire. Substances with a high percentage of
alcohol must be stored in tightly sealed bottles or other containers and should always be
placed in an upright position.
• Do not locate the freezer in a damp or wet environment or in a position where it is likely to get
splashed. Such an environment would weaken the electrical insulation or expose live wires,
possibly causing an electric shock or fire.
• The freezer must be disconnected from its power source if it stops working or when it is
being cleaned or repaired.
• To remove the plug from the socket, grasp the plug firmly and pull it out. Do not pull on the
cable. Do not connect the machine to electrical outlets while your hands are wet or damp.
• If a gas leak is discovered in the same room as the freezer, turn off the gas supply. Do not
open the freezer door and do not remove the plug from the main electrical supply. A small
spark resulting from such actions could cause a gas explosion. Open all of the doors and
windows in the room to disperse the gas.
• Risk of child entrapment!
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
refrigerators and freezers are still dangerous, even if they will "just sit for a few days."
√ Before you throw away your old appliance: Take off the doors. Leave the shelves in
place so that children may not easily climb inside.
√ Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the freezer.
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• This unit is not designed to operate in enclosed spaces. When placing your unit,
make sure you allow at least 4” of clearance on both sides, at the back and on the t op.
Be sure that airflow under the appliance is not obstructed.
• Use two or more people to move and install the freezer. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
• To ensure proper ventilation for the freezer, the front of the unit must be completely
unobstructed. Choose a well-ventilated area with temperatures above 60°F (16°C) and
below 90°F (32°C). This unit must be installed in an area protected from the elements, such
as wind, rain, water spray or drips, and away from direct sunlight.
• The freezer should not be located next to ovens, grills or other sources of high heat.
• The freezer must be installed with its electrical connection 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 ordinances is required.
• Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord of the freezer.
• The fuse (or circuit breaker) size should be 15 amperes.
• It is important for the freezer to be leveled in order to work properly. You may need to make
several adjustments to level it.
• In order to ensure normal operation of the freezer, after moving it a considerable distance,
you must wait for ½ to 1 hour before turning the unit on.
• After an electrical failure, wait at least 5 minutes before turning on the freezer again or the
compressor may be damaged.
• This appliance is not intended for 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 accelerate the defrosting
process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• IMPORTANT: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• IMPORTANT: Do not use electrical appliances inside the appliance, unless they are of the
type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents or abrasives on the interior. These cleaners may
damage or discolor the interior.
• This freezer is best suited for medical and laboratory use. Do not use this apparatus for other
than its intended purpose.
If your electricity goes off, follow this procedure:
• Call your power company to see how long the power will be out.
• If service is to be interrupted for less than 24 hours, keep freezer closed. This will help items
inside to stay frozen.
• If service is to be interrupted for more than 24 hours, remove contents and store in another
freezer.
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