Care And Maintenance - Avanti OR51Z3SSN Manuel D'instructions

Defrosting Your Refrigerator
When? For the most efficient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost the freezer
compartment when the frost on the refrigerator walls is excessive or ¼ inch thick.
There is no need to defrost the refrigerator compartment, because ice depositing on the inner back
wall is defrosted automatically. Ice may deposit on the inner back wall during the compressor
operation; later, when the compressor is not operating the ice will defrost and the water drops collect
and drain through the outlet in the inner back wall into the drain pan situated above the compressor,
from where is evaporates.
How?
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Press and hold the UP-ARROW button for (6) six seconds.
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The defrost icon will light up on the control panel indicating it is in defrost mode.
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Remove the frozen food from the refrigerator and place it in a cooler to protect the food.
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Once the defrost icon is turned off and the appliance has begun to cool again, wait for the unit to
start cooling and then replace all food and beverages.
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. We recommend using a plastic scraper.
Cleaning the Refrigerator
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Turn the unit off, unplug the unit, and remove the food and baskets.
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Wash the inside with a warm water and baking soda solution. The solution should be about 2
tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water.
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Wash the baskets with a mild detergent solution.
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The outside of the unit should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water.
CAUTION: Failure to unplug the refrigerator could result in electrical shock or personal injury.
Power Failure
Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your
refrigerator-freezer if you minimize the number of times the door is opened. If the power is going to be
off for a longer period of time, you need to take the proper steps to protect your food.
Vacation Time
Short vacations: Leave the unit operating during vacations of less than three weeks.
Long vacations: If the refrigerator will not be used for several months, remove all food and unplug
the power cord. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave the
door open slightly: blocking it open if necessary
Moving Your Refrigerator
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Remove all the food.
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Securely tape down all loose items inside your unit.
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Turn the leveling screws up to the base to avoid damage.
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Tape the doors shut.
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Be sure the unit stays in the upright position during transportation.

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