FREEZER / CONGELADOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES Model Number / No. de Modelo: CF103 CAUTION: (Picture may vary) BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. La sección en español empieza en la página 14. Avanti has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materials and specifications without notice. Avanti Products, A Division of the Mackle Co., Inc. P.O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 33152 www.avantiproducts.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Help Us Help You 3 Parts and Features 4 Chest Freezer Safety 5 Important Safeguards 6 Important Safety Instructions 7 Installation Instructions 7 Before Using Your Freezer 7 Installation of Your Freezer 7 Electrical Connection 8 Operating Your Freezer 8 Temperature Control 8 Defrosting Your Freezer 9 The Freezer Compartment 9 Care and Maintenance 10 Cleaning Your Freezer 10 Vacation Time 10 Moving Your Freezer 10 Energy Saving Tips 10 Troubleshooting Gui
HELP US HELP YOU... Read this guide carefully. Write down the model and serial numbers. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new freezer properly. You'll find them on a plate located on the bottom outside wall of the freezer. Keep it handy to answer your questions.
PARTS & FEATURES CF103 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Storage Basket Temperature Control Power Indicator Light Door with Integrated Handle Hinge Power Cord Side Panel Legs 4
CHEST FREEZER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the Safety Alert Symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the Safety Alert Symbol and either the wards” DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Before the chest freezer is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as described in this manual, so read the manual carefully.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING • • • • • To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your freezer, follow these basic precautions: Read all instructions before using the freezer. DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned freezers are still dangerous, even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days.” Before you throw away your old freezer: Take off the doors.
Electrical Connection Warning Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by an authorized Avanti Products service center. This freezer should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this freezer is equipped with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock.
Defrosting Your Freezer • When? For the most efficient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost the freezer when the frost on the freezer walls is excessive or ¼ to ½ inch thick. • Choose a time when the stock of frozen food is low. CAUTION Do not use boiling water because it may damage the plastic parts. In addition, never use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the cooling coils and will void the warranty.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Your Freezer • Upon installation of your new appliance, it is recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly. • Turn the temperature control to "OFF", unplug the freezer, remove the food and storage basket. • Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth containing a water and baking soda solution. The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water. • Wash the storage basket with a mild detergent solution.
PROBLEMS WITH YOUR FREEZER You can solve many common freezer problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling the servicer. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM Freezer does not operate. Compressor turns on and off frequently. Temperature inside the freezer is too warm. Temperature inside the freezer is too cold. Temperature of external freezer surface is warm. Popping or cracking sound when compressor comes on.
Moisture forms on inside freezer walls. Moisture forms on outside of freezer. The door will not close properly. freezer and move it from the wall. See “Installation Instructions”. Weather is hot and humid, which increases internal rate of frost build-up. This is normal. Door is slightly open. Door is kept open too long, or is opened too frequently. Open the door less often. The door is not sealed properly. Door is slightly open, causing cold air from inside the freezer to meet warm moist air from outside.
YOUR Avanti Products WARRANTY Staple your sales receipt here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. WHAT IS COVERED LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY LIMITED SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase by the original owner, Avanti Products will, at its option, repair or replace any part of the freezer, which proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use.
INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL PRECAUCIÓN • • • • • • • Para reducir el riesgo de incendio, descarga eléctrica, o daño cuando use su electrodoméstico, siga las siguientes precauciones. Lea todas las instrucciones antes de usar su electrodoméstico. Peligro o Precaución: Existe el riesgo que los niños queden atrapados. Niños atrapados o sofocamiento no son un problema del pasado. Los electrodomésticos son peligrosos aún si sólo los deja en el garaje por un par de días.
• • • • • • ADVERTENCIA El uso inapropiado del enchufe a tierra puede desencadenar un choque eléctrico. Consulte a personal autorizado por Avanti Productos si tiene alguna duda sobre las instrucciones o si tiene alguna consulta si el electrodoméstico está correctamente instalado a la corriente eléctrica y a tierra. Si el cordón del enchufe del electrodoméstico se encuentra dañado, debe ser reemplazado por el Servicio Técnico de Avanti Products.
ADVERTENCIA No use agua hirviendo porque dañará las partes de plástico. Tampoco use puntas o instrumentos metálicos para retirar la escarcha ya que dañará el espiral de enfriamiento y cancelará la garantía. Le recomendamos usar la espátula de plástico incluída con esta unidad. • • • • • • • • • • • • • Retire los alimentos del congelador y colóquelos en una caja térmica para conservarlos y protegerlos. Gire el termostato a la posición “OFF”. Desconecte el congelador.
• Se recomienda que la unidad sea limpiada en el momento en que se descongela, con la finalidad de que quede libre de mal olor y operando eficientemente. • • • • • • Si usted sale de Vacaciones Retire todos los alimentos Desconecte su congelador Limpie su congelador Deje la puerta de su congelador ligeramente abierta para evitar la formación de mal olor, moho. Sea extremadamente cuidadoso si hay niños. El congelador no debe ser accesible a los niños.
Ruido fuerte cuando comienza a trabajar el compresor. Sonidos similares a crujidos y estallidos cuando empieza a funcionar el compresor Burbujeo o gorgoteo, como agua que hierve. Vibración. Formación de humedad dentro del congelador. Formación de humedad fuera del congelador. La puerta no cierra completamente requieren compresores más eficientes. Ud. puede oír el compresor cuando no hay ruido alrededor. Esto es normal. Cuando el congelador funciona con presiones altas durante el ciclo de encendido.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION Thank you for purchasing this fine Avanti product. Please fill out this card and return it within 100 days of purchase and receive these important benefits: Protect your product: We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Avanti product on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as fire or theft. Promote better products: We value your input.
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