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If you need service or call with a question, please have this
Use & Care
USE & CARE GUIDE
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www.medicalrefrigerators.com
MEDICAL, LABORATORY AND SCIENTIFIC REFRIGERATORS AND FREEZERS
MODELS :
• CP171MED – AccuCold brand
Two-door refrigerator-freezer with two compressors
• FCL44 / SCF401SS MED Series – AccuCold brand
Chest freezers
• SCFF55 / SCFF51OSWH MED Series – AccuCol d brand
Built-in frost-free freezers
• SCFF/ SCFR Series – AccuCold brand
Frost-free chest freezers and refrigerators
• SCUF18/20 / SCUR18/20 Series – Summit Commercial
Full-size frost-free all-freezers and all-refrigerators
• VT/ VLT Series – AccuCold brand
Low temperature fr eezers
information ready. We advise you to keep this
Guide in your possession.
Model: ____ Serial number: _
Options added:
Date of purchase: Dealer:
For parts: visit our website www.summita ppl ianc e.com/support
770 Garrison Avenue
Bronx, New York 10474
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We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and
Safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, how to reduce
the chance of injury, and what can happen if the instructions are not
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
APPLIANCE SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important to us.
on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
You can be seriously injured or even killed if you don’t follow instructions.
followed.
• Plug into a grounded 3-pr ong outle t.
• Do not remove ground prong, nor use a 3/2 adapter.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Use care not to plug into outlets controlled by wall switches.
• Disconnect power before servicing.
• After servicing, replace all parts and panels before operating.
• Use nonflammable cleaners.
• Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from
• Use two or more people to move and install appliance.
Drawer refrigerators are provided with anti-tip brackets. Always install
prior to use.
Proper Disposal of Your Old Appliance e
Remove doors from your old appliance.
Leave shelves in place.
If an old appliance contains refrigerants, it must be recycled by a licensed
service or disposal company.
WARNING: To reduce th e risk of fire, electric shock, or inju ry
when using your appliance, fol low these basic precautions:
appliances.
Old appliances can represent a suffocation hazard to children.
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Excessive Weight Hazard !
To lock or unlock the appliance, you must hold the key in the lock while
If the key is lost, contact your dealer or SUMMIT APPLIANCE for a
replacement. Always give the model and serial number of your appliance
when requesting a replacement key. Keys for most models can be
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use two or more people to move and install your appl iance.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
CAUTION: YOU MUST ALLOW APPLIANCE TO SIT UPRIGHT FOR 24 HOURS
BEFORE TURNING ON, TO ALLOW THE COMPRESSOR LUBRICANT TO
DRAIN. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT PERFORMANCE
AND THE LI FETIME OF THE UNIT.
1. Remove packaging materials.
2. Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the
appliance. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive
with your fingers. Rinse with warm water and dry.
3. 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 appliance.
4. When Moving Your Appliance:
Your appliance is heavy. When moving the appliance for cleaning or
service, be sure to protect the floor. Always pull the appliance straight
out when moving it. Do not wiggle or “walk” the appliance when trying
to move it, because floor damage can occur.
5. Clean Before Using:
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of
your appliance before using it. See cleaning instructions in Appliance
Care.
6. Some upright models have leveling legs. Level as neces sar y for best
operation.
7. If your appliance has casters, after moving into place, lock the brakes
on those casters supplied with brakes. Always unlock before moving
the appliance for cleaning.
Key Eject Lock (some models)
turning. The lock is spring loaded, so the key cannot be left in the lock.
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Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from appliances. Failure to do so can result in fire,
the appliance near an oven, radiator, or
other heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall below
Check the strength of the floor before installing your appliance. It should
a fully loaded appliance. Allow at least 1” (2.5 cm) of
airspace at the top and on both sides of the appliance and 1” (2.5 cm)
between the back of the appliance and the wall. If the appliance is going
Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire, electrical
commended that a separate
circuit serving only your appliance be provided. Use outlets that cannot
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT: Do not install
explosion or death.
40°F (5°C). Do not place in direct sunlight.
hold the weight of
to be placed against a wall, leave extra space on the hinge si de so the
door can open wider than its width.
Note: This appliance may be installed side by side with another
appliance or appliances. Allow for a 3” (7.5 cm) clearance at the top
and sides and a ¼” (0.64 cm) clearance between the appliances. IF
YOUR MODEL HAS THE LETTERS “BI” IN THE SUFFIX, IT IS
DESIGNED FOR BUILT-IN USE, AND DOES NOT REQUIRE
CLEARANCE EXCEPT IN THE BACK.
Electrical Shock Hazard !
• Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
• Do not remove ground prong.
• Do not use an adapter.
• Do not use an extension cord.
shock or death.
Recommended grounding method
A 115 Volt (AC only) 60 Hz grounded electrical supply with a 15- or 20amp fuse or circuit breaker is required. It is re
be turned off by a switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord.
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1. Locate the t w o front leveling leg s that may be taped among the packing
Level your appliance
APPLIANCE USE
In order to ensure pr oper temperature, you need to per mit proper airflow in
(some upright models)
materials. In many m odels these legs are already mounted into the
underside of the appl iance.
2. Screw these legs into the front holes on the bottom of the appliance. The
back of the appliance rests on two fixed supports. (Built-in models also
have rear level legs that can provide more pr ecise leveling).
3. Adjust t he front legs just enough to lift the cabinet up off the floor.
Note: If your model is equipped with front rollers, the front legs should b e
lowered enough to lift the rollers off of the floor to ensur e the appliance
does not roll for w ard when the door is opened.
4. Place a level ing tool on top of the appl iance, first side to side, then front to
back. Turn leg counterclockwis e to raise a corner. Turn leg clockwise to
lower a corner.
5. Repeat Step 4 until appliance i s level.
6. After appl iance is fully loaded, recheck with l evel as in Step 4.
7. If your appliance is equipped with casters, the t w o front casters have
brakes to prevent rolling. Keep brakes locked, and unlock for moving only.
the appliance. Do not block of f any ai r vents . If t he vents are bl ocked, airflow
will be prevented, and temperature and moisture problems may occur. Always
position content s to allow some airf low between shelves or baskets.
Allow the applianc e to c ool at l east 6 to 8 hour s befor e adding c ont ents . All ow
24 hours for temperature to stabilize.
Note: When t he appliance is f irst started, t he compressor will run constantly
until the appliance is cooled. It may take 6 to 8 hours (or longer),
depending on room temperature and th e number of times the appliance
door is opened. Aft er the appl iance i s cool ed, the compr essor will turn on
and off as needed to keep the appliance at the proper temperature.
For optimum temperature perfor mance, it i s recommen ded that this unit
be at least 30% full during u se. If you are only using this unit to store
small loads, we r ecomme nd a dding s ome water b ottl es or freez er pac ks
to ensure temperature stability.
The outside of your appli a nce may feel warm. This i s nor mal . T he ap pl ianc e’ s
design and main function is to remove heat from packages and air space
inside the appliance. The heat is transferred to the room air, making the
outside of the applianc e feel w arm. (In some models the c ondens er that g ets
warm is just inside the side walls, making these walls warm to t he touch.)
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS
• The more airflow provided around an appliance, the less energy it will use.
• If your appliance requires manual defrosting, keep ice build-up to less than 1/2".
• Keep doors open a minimum of time, and shut securely.
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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (some models)
If you find the direction of opening t he door on your appliance inconvenient, you
can change it. Holes on the opposite side have already been prepared in the
factory.
For two-door units:
• Take off the upper hinge cover from the top door and
remove the screws that hold the top hinge.
• Lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from the
socket in the top of the door.
• Lift the top door to free its bottom socket from the hinge
pin on the central hinge bracket.
• Remove the screws to the central hinge to free its pin
from the top of the lower door.
• Replace the upper door onto the central hinge pin.
• Insert screws into the top hinge and tighten.
For one-door units:
• Take off the upper hinge cover from the door and
remove the screws that hold the top hinge.
• Lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from
the socket in the top of the door.
• Lift the door up and away to free its bottom
socket from the hinge pin.
• Remove the screws to the bottom hinge.
• Remove the decorative caps from the opposite side and plug the holes from the
original side with the decorative caps.
• Lift the door up and away from the bottom hinge
pin.
• Remove the screws to the bottom hinge.
• Remove the decorative caps from the opposite
side and install the bottom hinge. Plug the holes
from the origi nal si de with the decorative caps.
• Replace door onto the pin on the bottom hinge,
then install the central hinge into lower door.
• Insert screws into the central hinge and plug the
holes on the reverse side.
• Move the bottom hinge to the opposite side and
tighten the screws. Install any lock washers or nuts
if they were used in the original installation.
• Replace door onto the hinge pin on the bottom
hinge. Place top hinge pin into door. Insert screws
into the top hinge and tighten.
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APPLIANCE CARE
For CSS Models (completely stainless steel), only use cleaners
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Cleaning a frost-free appliance
(including models beginning with SCFF, SCFR, SCUF, SCUR)
Use nonflammable cleaners.
Frost-free means that you do not have to defrost your appliance. Frost is
removed by air moving and c ollecting any moistur e and depositing it on the
cooling coil. The cooling coil per iodically warms up enough to melt the f rost,
and the water the n f lows d own t o the dr ain pa n (l oc ated be hind t he b ase gr i ll )
where it is evaporated.
Complete cleaning should be done at leas t once a year.
1. Unplug appliance or disconnect power.
2. Remove al l substances.
3. Wash the inside walls with a solution of mild detergent in warm water or
2 tbs (26 g) baking soda to 1 qt (0.95 L) warm wat er.
• Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window spr ays,
scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes , concentrated
detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petrol eum products on
plastic parts , interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper
towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools. These can
scratch or damage s urfaces.
4. Rinse w ell and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
5. Use the appropriate cleaning method for the exterior finish.
Painted metal: W ash exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a
mild detergent in war m water. Do not use abras ive or harsh cleaner s,
or cleaners designed for stainless steel. Dry thoroughly with a soft
cloth. For additional protection against damage to painted metal
exteriors, appl y appliance wax (or auto paste wax) wit h a clean, soft
cloth. Do not wax plastic parts.
6. Plug in appl iance or reconnect power.
7. Replace all containers.
Cleaning a cycle defrost or manual defrost appliance
Cycle defrost m odels utilize a system where ice builds up on the rear wall an d
melts when the com pr ess or is off . M anual d efr os t models c ont inual ly b ui ld i ce
on inner walls.
NEVER USE A METAL OBJECT TO REMOVE ICE FROM THE REAR WALL.
IF NEEDED, USE A PLASTIC ICE-SCRAPER OR A HAIR DRYER.
Clean surfaces using the same instr uctions as for frost-free models.
especially made for stainless steel.
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Base Grill (some models only)
Open the appliance door and remove the base grill by pulling down
Replace the base grill by putting the clips in the openings in the
Not all appliance bulbs will fit your appliance. Be sure to replace
the bulb with one of the same size, shape, base size and wattage.
After the power is restored, unplug the appliance for 30 minutes to allow
the refrigeration system to equalize. During this time, keep the door
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(cont’d)
To Remove and Replace the Base Grill:
1.
and out from the top.
2.
appliance panel. Push in until the base grill snaps into place.
Changing the Light Bulb (some models only)
NOTE:
You can purchase bulbs from www.summitappliance.com/support
1. Unplug appliance or disconnect power.
2. Remove the light shield. Most models do not require tools.
3. Replace the light bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage.
4. Replace the light shield.
5. Plug in appliance or reconnect power.
Loss of Power
closed as much as possible.
Remember: A full appliance stays cold longer than a partially filled one.
Moving Care
1. Remove all containers.
2. Unplug the appliance.
3. Clean it thoroughly.
4. Tape the appliance shut and tape the electrical cord to the cabinet.
When you get to the new location, refer to the Installation Instructions and
Temperature Selection sections for information on installation and setting
the controls.
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hand corner. Turn the knob
Higher settings on the knob (higher numbers) mean lower
temperatures (colder) in all compartments of the appliance. The
below 32°F. Use
higher thermostat settings only when required or recommended.
When the ambient temperature is normal, we recommend a medium
Changes of the ambient temperature affect temperature in the interior
position, the appliance does not operate (the cooling
system is switched off), yet the power supply is not interrupted (the
freezer compartment
TEMPERATURE SELECTION
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YOUR APPLIANCE MAY HAVE A MECHANICAL (DIAL) OR
DIGITAL THERMOSTAT. DIAL INSTRUCTIONS ARE BELOW.
DIGITAL INSTRUCTIONS ARE ON PAGE 10.
HOW TO ADJUST THE THERMOSTAT
Your appliance m ay be controlled with a thermostat knob locat ed
inside the unit, towards the rightclockwise from the ST OP (0) position toward t he higher numbers
for colder temperatures.
Temperature Controls
•
temperature inside a refrigerator may even drop
setting.
•
of the appliance, so keep this in mind when choosing the setting of the
thermostat knob.
• In STOP (0)
light is on when you open the refrigerator door).
• The temperatures in the refrigerator and in the
also depend on how often you open the door.
In all small refrigerators and freezers without interior fans, temperatures are coldest near the bottom, and occasionally near the rear.
Place contents accordingly.
For optimum temperature performance, it is recommended that thi s
unit be at least 30% full during use. If you ar e only using this unit to
store small loads, we recommend adding some water bottles or
freezer packs to ensur e temperatur e stability.
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thermostat controlled appliance, please refer to the following
melting
snowflake
UP & DOWN arrows
SET key
snowflake
DIGITAL THERMOSTAT INSTRUCTIONS
TRACEABLE THERMOSTAT / ALARM
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If you find that it is necessary to change the temperature setting for your
digitalinstructions . The front panel of the thermostat is ill ustrated here:
To see the SET POINT:
Push and immediatel y release the SET k ey. The display will show the SET
POINT value. Wai t 5 seconds and the probe valu e w ill display again.
To change the SET POINT:
Push and hold th e SET key for mor e than 3 secon ds to chan ge the set poi nt
value. The value of t he set point will be dis played, and the “snowflake” LED
will start blinking.
To change the SET value:
Push the UP or DOW N arrow to the des ired setting. The new setti ng will be
memorized after 15 s econds, provided no ot her keys are pushed.
Note: The minimum and maximum range of your thermostat is preset
and locked by us, so it cannot easily be accidentally moved betw een
freezer and refrigerator temperatures. To reset thi s range lock, either
call us or find information on our website under Troubleshooting.
Every unit is equipped with a Traceable Thermometer/
Alarm that sim ultaneously displays minimum, maximum
and current inter ior temperatures and provides a visual
monitored, such as inside a refrigerat or or freezer, onc e the unit has been
programmed. The thermometer/alar m itself can be attached to the door of
the unit with the magnet on the back, or it can be placed on a convenient
table or shelf.
Power to the Traceable Thermometer/ Alarm is supplied wi th a lithium iron
disulfide battery with a 10-year shelf life. When it is inserted correctly, the
unit will beep and all segments of the LCD display will be tempo rarily
activated. (Note that alarm temperatures will have to be reset after replacing
the battery.)
The temperature display can be switched between Celsius (°C) and
Fahrenheit (°F) by sliding the
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and audible signal when the temperature inside the unit
falls outside the set temperature r ange.
The temperature s ensor, or probe, is enclosed in a
glycol-fill ed bottle that you insert into the location to be
°C/°F button located on the back of the unit.
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TRACEABLE THERMOSTAT / ALARM
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(cont’d)
Function of Controls:
MODE/RESET Key: Press ONCE to reset Max/Min temperature record. When
the unit is sounding an alarm, press ONC E to turn off the beeping sound.
HIGH/LOW Key: Press O N C E to display high alarm s etting. Press TWICE to
display low alarm setting. Press THREE TIMES to display current
temperature reading.
ALERT ON/OFF Key: When the unit is sounding an alarm, press ONCE to
turn off. However, the High-Alarm or Low-Alarm will still flash until the
temperature goes back to normal or the Al arm function is turned off.
Programming the Alarms:
The thermometer di splays the internal temperature of the unit being
monitored, as well as the maximum and minimum temperatures reached. The
maximum and minimum readings reflect the highest and lowest temperatures
since the battery was inserted or since the MODE/RESET key w as last
pressed. If the t em perature rises abov e or falls below the set temperature
range, the alarm will sound. By default, the high alarm temperature setting i s
8°C (46.4°F) and the low alarm temperature setting is 2°C (35.6°F). To reset
these limits, follow these instructions:
High Alarm Temperature Setting: P ress the HIGH/LOW key ONCE, then
press MODE/RESET to enter the High Alarm temperature setting mode.
Use the Up and Down arrows to adjust the tem perature accordi ngly. Press
MODE/RESET once again to confirm t he setting.
Low Alarm Temperature Setting: Press the HIGH/LOW key TWICE, then
press MODE/RESET to enter the Low Alarm temperature setting mode.
Use the Up and Down arrows to adjust the tem perature accordi ngly. Press
MODE/RESET ONCE to confirm the setting.
By default, the l ow and high alarms shoul d be audible. To turn alarms on/off:
Audible High Alar m S etting: To make sure the high alarm is audi ble, press
HIGH/LOW key ONCE ( to activate HI-SET on the screen). Then pres s the
ALERT ON/OFF key ONCE to activate the HIGH-ALARM beeping s ound.
Press again to deactivate.
Audible Low Alarm Set ting: To make sure that the low temperature alarm is
audible, press t he H IGH/LOW key TWICE t o activate LOW-SET on the
screen. Then pres s the ALERT ON/OFF key ONCE to activate the LOWALARM beeping sound. Press again to deactivate.
NOTE: For an activated hi gh alarm and low
alarm buzzer, the display should indicate
HI-ALARM and LO-ALARM as shown here.
More details about the features and usage of the Traceable
Thermometer/Alarm can be found in the U ser Manual accompanying the unit.
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While door is open, press the
lock time: Press the
KEYPAD LOCK
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(Optional on most models)
Factory-set defau lt password:
default password i s lost, press the key (located insid e
the battery box) for 30 seconds, then wait for the warning
sound which signifies the factory-set default password has
been restored.
To set the password:
confirm. Enter the password (1-16 digits), then press # again to confir m. A
total of 10 passwords can be set.
Each password starts with a number from 0 to 9 in order. The first password
Note:
Changing password: While the door is open, press the key (located
inside the battery box) until it jingles, enter the old password and press #
within 10 seconds to confirm. Enter the new password, then press # to
confirm.
Note: The first digit cannot be changed.
To open the door: While the door is closed, press the key, enter the
with 0 is the defa ult password. For exampl e, use 1xxx, then 2xx x
starting
etc. for 10 users.
enter the 0123 passw ord, then # within 10 seconds to
The facto ry-set default password is 0123. If the
key (located inside the battery box) until it jingles,
password, then press again to c onfirm.
To lock door manually: Press #.
Function setting of automatic l ock: Setting of the auto-
key (inside the battery box), enter a number (any number b etween 10-
99), then press # to confirm. The auto-lock t ime can be set between 10-99
seconds after ope ning the door. If t he time is set less than 10 seconds, the
door will not loc k automatically, only manually.
Deleting the door-opening passwords: Press the key, enter default
password followed by 0 000, t hen pr ess # and al l the door -openi ng passwor ds
will be deleted exce pt for the default password.
Note: To access the battery box you need to remove only the two small
screws on the top and b ottom of that cover. Do not remove the 4 screws
holding the keypad and cover to the appliance door.
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OPERATION OF SPECIFIC MODELS
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NOTE: Models with BI in the model number are desi gned for bui lt-in operati on and n eed only
minimal clearance o n the sides and ab ove the units. All othe r models
airflow on the sides and above the units. All models operate best when 2 inches is
provided between the rear wall and the back of the unit.
FCL44, SCF401SS Series
These are manual d efrost all-f reezers. N o internal fans ar e present, and ice w ill build up along
the cooling coils. Periodically defrost the ice (recommended when the ice level reaches a
thickness of 1/4 to 1/2 inch ). NEVER USE A METAL INSTRUMENT as you can damage the
cooling coils, which will void your warranty and often cannot be repaired. To defrost,
disconnect from the po wer supply, em pty the contents, provide a tray in th e bottom to collec t
water, and use a hairdr yer or othe r source of warm air to m elt the ice (or l eave th e door o pen
and the power off for 24 to 48 hours).
For built-in (BI) models and clearance information, see Note above.
SCFF Series / SCFR Series
These models are ch est fre ezers or ch est refrig erator s, all c omplet el y frost-f ree with f orced air
cooling. No defrost ing is normally needed. For be st operation, allow free airflo w within the
interior (do not overfill ). The thermosta t is located on the bottom re ar on the right side of the
unit. Large sizes may have lid-activated lights. The lights will generate some heat, so be
careful to close lids securely to deactivate.
SCUF18, SCUF20, SCUR18, SCUR20
The thermostat for these models is located on the exterior top of the units, and is always digital
(see Page 10 for instructions). All units are fully frost-free and normally never require
defrosting. If suppli ed with casters (standard ), operate wit h at least two in the locked positio n,
and never move units with contents in side. If supplied with 6-inch legs (opti onal), the hex nut
on the bottom of the legs can be rotated to level the unit.
VT, VLT Low-Temperature Freezer Models
These models are all manual defrost, upright or chest type fre ezers. Keep doo r clo se d fo r bes t
operation, and foll ow defr osting i nstructi ons for FC L44, SCF 401SS Seri es models above . The
thermostats for thes e models are al ways digital , so follow direc tions on Page 10. VERY LOW
TEMPERATURE FREEZERS CAN DAMAGE UNPROTECTED SKIN, SO ALWAYS WEAR
GLOVES WHEN OPENING FREEZERS, AND NEVER DISCARD THE WARNING LABELS
ON THE FRONT OF THE FREE ZE R! These freezers will operat e best when ade quate ai rflow
is provided on t he top, sides and rear of the unit. T he compressor on som e models is fancooled, so be s ure n ot to block the air vent s o n t he co m p res so r h ousing. The refri ge ra nt i n low
temperature freezers is different from that used in household appliances, so never have
unqualified techni cians attem pt to re pair the se u nits. Th ese uni ts will ope rate b est unde r some
load, so try to avoid oper ating empty or nea rly empty. If need ed, fill with ice-packs to at least
25% of the volume of the freezer.
CP171MED
This model has a separate refrigerator (top) section with automatic defrost, and a freezer
(lower) section with manual de frost, each with its own compress or and thermostat for totally
independent con trol. The therm ostats are both located on the top, o n the exterior of t he unit,
and are more easily accesse d with the refri gerat or door op ened. T his unit has no inte rnal fans.
Defrost as needed (see FCL44, SCF401SS Series above). For clearance i nformation, see
Note at the top of this page.
r equire 4 inches of
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If you notice a problem with your appliance, t
avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
The appliance will not operate:
Has a fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped?
•
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
• Is the appliance defrost ing (on some models)?
Recheck to see whether the unit is operating in 30 minutes. Frost-free models will
regularly run a defrost cycle.
There is water in the defrost drain pan (on some models):
Is the appliance defrosting?
•
The water will evaporate. It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan.
• Is it more humid than normal?
When it is humid, expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate.
The motor seems to run too much:
Is there excessive frost or a package preve nti ng t he door fr om closing?
•
Defrost and clean the appliance, or move the package so the door closes properly.
• I s the room tempe ra t ure warmer than normal?
The motor will run longer under warm conditions. At normal room temperatures, the motor
will run about 40% to 80% of the time. Under warmer conditions, it will run even more.
• Has a large amount of contents just been added to the appliance?
Adding a large number of items warms the appliance. The motor normally will run longer to
cool the unit back down.
• I s the door cl ose d comple t el y?
Push the door firmly shut. If it will not s hut all t he wa y, see The door will not close
completely later in this se ction.
• Are the condenser coils dirty (on some models)?
This prevents heat transfer and makes the motor work harder. Clean the condenser
coils.
• I s the door gaske t se al e d all the way ar ound?
If not, contact a qualified technician.
Temperature is too warm:
Are the air vents blocked?
•
This prevents cold air movement. Move objects away from the air vents.
• I s the door opene d ofte n?
Be aware that the appliance will warm up when this occurs. In order to keep the unit
cool, try to get everything you need out at one time. Keep contents organized so
they are e asy to find and close the do or as soon as the items are removed.
• Has a large amount of contents just been added to the freezer?
Adding a large number of items warms the unit. It can take several hours for it to
return to normal temperature.
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Before calling for assistance or service, please check Troubleshooting. It
you still need help, follow the
When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model
and serial numbers of your appliance. This information will help us to
order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use
specified parts will fit right and work right
because they are made with the same precision used to build every new
Felix Storch, Inc.
TROUBLESHOOTING (cont’d)
The door will not close completely or is difficult to open:
Are any packages blocking the door?
•
Rearrange containers so that they fit m ore tight ly and take up less space.
• Ar e the shel ves or dr awer s out of posit ion (on some models)?
Put the shelves and drawers back into their correct positions.
Note: If the problem is not due to any of the above, remember that the compressor on
your new appliance will operate longer than your old one due to its high-efficiency
motor.
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE
may save you the cost of a service call. If
instructions below.
respond better to your request.
Replacement Parts
If you need to
factory-specified parts. Factory-
SUMMIT® appliance.
Call customer service toll free in the USA:
1-800-287-8799 Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (ET)
Order parts online at www.summitappliance.com/support
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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR APPLIANCE
calls to correct the installation of your appliance, to instruct you how to use your appliance, to
Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation,
The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not
STOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR
WARRANTY
FELIX STORCH, INC.
770 Garrison Avenue
For parts and accessory ordering,
June 2015
WARNING!
Within the 48 c ontiguous United State s, for one year from th e date of purchase, w hen this
appliance is operat ed and maintained according to instruct ions attached to o r furnished with
the product, warran tor will pay for fact ory-specifi ed parts and re pair labor to correct defe cts in
materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a designated service company.
Outside the 48 sta tes, all par ts a re war ranted for o ne year from man ufact urin g def ects. Plastic
parts, shelves and cabinets are warranted to be manufactured to com mercially acceptable
standards, and are not covered from damage during handling or breakage.
1. The compressor is covered for 5 years.
2. Replacement does not include labor.
ITEMS WARRANTOR WILL NOT PAY FOR:
1. Service
replace or repair fuses or to correct wiring or plumbing.
2. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs or broken glass shelves. Consumable parts (such
as filters) are excluded from warranty coverage.
3.
installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by
warrantor.
4. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States.
5. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.
6. Expenses for travel and transportation for product service in remote locations.
7.
installed in accordance with published installation instructions.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRAN TIES – LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
CU
5-YEAR COMPRESSOR WARRANTY
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR. WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS 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.
cause cancer or birth defects or other reproduct ive harm. For more information, visit:
www.summitappliance.com/prop65
Chemicals known by the manufacturer to be present in this product in concentrations
higher than thr eshold limits: NO NE.
This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to
Bronx, New York 10474
Phone: (718) 893-3900
Fax: (844) 478-8799
www.summitappliance.com
troubleshooting and helpful hints,
visit:www.summitappliance.com/support
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