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Operating Your Refrigerator
Temperature Control:
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Your appliance’s evaporator system is out of sight behind the interior rear wall.
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The interior temperature is controlled with a thermostat knob
located inside the unit, towards the upper right-hand corner.
Turn the knob clockwise from the
STOP
(
0
) position toward
the higher numbers for colder temperatures. Higher settings
on the knob (higher numbers) mean lower temperatures
(colder) in the refrigerator.
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On the coldest settings, temperatures in some spots inside
the cabinet may drop below 32°F. Use higher thermostat settings only when
required or recommended. When the ambient temperature is normal, we
recommend a medium setting.
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Changes in the ambient temperature affect the temperature inside the refrigerator
so choose an appropriate setting of the thermostat knob, depending on ambient
conditions.
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In the
STOP
(
0
) position, the appliance does not operate (the cooling system is
switched off), yet the power supply is not interrupted (the light still works).
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The temperature inside the refrigerator also depends on how often you open the
door.
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In all small refrigerators without interior fans, temperatures are coldest near the
bottom, and occasionally near the rear. Place contents accordingly. It is best not
to operate these units mostly empty. If temperatures are erratic, try putting some
water bottles inside to create a load for the compressor.
NOTES:
1. The glass shelves are adjustable. These shelves stop short an inch before the
back wall, which is essential for air flow and the proper operation of the automatic
defrost system. Do not block these gaps.
2. Interior lighting is controlled by a switch that is activated by the opening and
closing of the refrigerator door.
3. If the refrigerator is unplugged, has lost power or is turned off, you must wait 3 to
5 minutes before restarting it. If you attempt to restart before this time delay, the
unit will not start.
Defrosting Your Appliance:
This appliance operates with an automatic defrost system, so the refrigerator defrosts
itself. While the compressor is operating, ice will build up along the cold rear wall (the
evaporator plate is behind the wall). During the compressor’s off-cycle, ice will melt,
drip down, collect in the trough at the bottom and drain through a small hole into a
tray above the compressor; where the compressor’s heat will evaporate the water. If
you notice excessive ice build-up on the rear wall, try adjusting the thermostat to a
slightly warmer setting. Be sure that the door gasket is sealing well and that there is
no obstruction of the drain hole at the bottom rear of the interior cabinet.
