COMPACT REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER with Automatic Defrost Instruction Manual Model FF412ES Model FF433ES BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Write Model and Serial Numbers here: ______________________________ FELIX STORCH, INC. 770 Garrison Avenue Bronx, NY 10474 www.summitappliance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Technical Information .............................................................................1 Important Safeguards .......................................................................2 – 3 Location of Parts .....................................................................................4 Installation ..........................................................................................5 – 7 Test Run ........................................................................
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Your safety and the safety of others are very important to us. We have provided several important safety messages in this manual. Always read and obey all safety messages. Serious injury or even death can result if you do not follow these instructions. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using the refrigerator, follow basic precautions, including the following: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
• This unit is not designed to operate in enclosed spaces. When placing your unit, make sure you allow adequate airflow on all sides. • Use two or more people to move and install this appliance. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator-freezer, the front end of the unit must be completely unobstructed. Choose a well-ventilated area with temperatures above 60ºF (16ºC) and below 90ºF (32ºC).
LOCATION OF PARTS 1. Freezer compartment – plastic ice cube tray included 2. Drip tray – catches melt water during defrosting 3. Temperature control knob – rotate this to adjust refrigerator temperature and to defrost 4. Slide-out shelves – odor resistant, rustproof, plastic-coated steel 5. Crisper with glass cover – keeps vegetables fresh 6. Adjustable feet – help to level the refrigerator 7. Bottle racks 8.
INSTALLATION To use the refrigerator-freezer with the most efficiency and safety, select a suitable place to install it according to the following guidelines: 1. This appliance is designed for free-standing installation only and should not be recessed or built in. 2. The appliance should be installed on a sturdy, level floor or counter. If the floor is not quite level, adjust the front feet of the unit. 3.
Reversing the Door Swing Refer to the Disassembly Diagram on page 7 and change the door hinges following this procedure: (The numbers in the diagram indicate the procedure order in the instructions.) 1. Remove the hinge cap by twisting it off. 2. Remove the upper hexagonal head screws. The refrigerator door can now be removed. 3. Tilt the refrigerator back or lay it on its back for steps 4, 5 and 6. Use a pad or blanket to protect the floor and to avoid scratching the painted finish. 4.
Disassembly Diagram for Reversing the Door Swing Upper Hexagonal Head Screw Hinge Cap Top Hinge Door Hinge Cap Hinge Cap Door Shaft Bottom Hinge Leg Spacer Leg 7 Lower Hexagonal Head Screw
OPERATION Temperature Control The temperature in the refrigerator compartment can be adjusted colder or warmer by turning the Temperature Control Knob. Colder temperatures can be achieved by turning the knob clockwise toward the MAX position. Warmer temperatures can be selected by turning the knob counter-clockwise toward the MIN position. The refrigerator temperature will vary depending on the quantity of food stored and on the frequency with which the door is opened.
DEFROSTING The automatic defrost timer must be set prior to the operation of the refrigerator-freezer. 1. Plug the power cord into a 115 volt electric power outlet. 2. Set the timer to local time: a. Using a pen or other similar nonconductive object, push the black button and hold for three seconds until the LED illuminates. b. Set the timer to local time by pushing the black button following the instructions in the table below: NOTE: This step must be completed within 10 seconds once the LED illuminates.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Turn off your refrigerator-freezer and remove all food, shelves, trays, etc. Wash interior liner with a solution of two tablespoons of baking soda and a quart of warm water. Then rinse and wipe it out. Do not use soaps, detergents, scouring powders, spray cleaners or the like for cleaning the interior liner, as these may cause odors in the refrigerator compartment. Wash the ice cube tray, drip tray and shelves in a mild detergent solution and dry with a soft cloth.
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.
