User Manual - Home Depot
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1. WARNING Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator Risk of child entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents We strongly encourage responsible appliance recycling disposal methods Check with your utility company or visit www recyclemyoldfridge com for more information on recycling your old Refrigerator Before you throw away your old refrigerator e Remove doors e Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside e Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service technician INSTALLATION ENERGY SAVING TIPS This Use amp Care Guide provides general operating Cleaning instructions for your model Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use amp Care Guide Before starting the refrigerator follow these important first steps e Wash any removable parts of the rrefrigerator interior and exterior with mild detergent and warm water Wipe dry Do not use harsh cleaners on these Location surfaces e Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments outlet Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter which can scratch the appliance surface when plug removing adhesive labels Any glue left from the tape e F2. Keystone DOUBLE DOOR COMPACT REFRIGERATOR User Manual MOPEL KSTRC312AW TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety 2 DIST Al 3 Energy Saving Temperature Controls 4 Care and 5 Before you 6 Major Appliance Warranty 8 SERIAL MODEL S IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and Save These Instructions This Owner s Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model Use your refrigerator only as instructed in this guide These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Record Your Model and Serial Numbers Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided below The serial plate is located on the upper left wall inside the refrigerator Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date WARNING Please read all instructions before using this refrigerator Definitions A This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or de
3. ath DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury a IMPORTANT IMPORTANT indicates installation operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard related WARNING For Your Safety Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Read product labels for flammability and other warnings IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Electrical Information e The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115 Volt 60 Hz 15 Amp AC only electrical outlet The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock hazards It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle The receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances Consult a qualified electrician Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground Fault Interruptor GFI circuit Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug e If the power cord is damaged it should be replaced by an authorized service technician to pre
4. els The light comes on automatically when the door is opened To replace the light bulb turn the temperature control to OFF and unplug the electrical cord Replace the old bulb with a bulb of the same wattage Defrosting Your Refrigerator 1 To defrost the refrigerator remove all food and objects from the refrigerator Ensure the drip pan in place under the freezer compartment Unplug the unit and ensure the cord is in safe dry location The defrost process may take a few hours To speed up the defrost time keep the door open and place a bowl of warm water in the refrigerator Never use sharp objects to remove the frost 2 During the defrost cycle water will accumulate in the drip tray The drip tray may need to be emptied during the defrost cycle Do not leave unattended CARE AND CLEANING 3 After defrosting is complete empty and wipe down the drip tray as well as the interior of the refrigerator You may now reset the refrigerator to the desired temperature and put the food back in Cleaning the Inside Wash inside surfaces of the refrigerator with a solution of two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart 1 136 litres warm water Rinse and dry Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the area of the controls or any electrical parts Wash the removable parts with the baking soda solution mentioned above or mild detergent and warm water Rinse and dry Never use metallic scouring pads br
5. essures during the start of the erator continues to run comes on ON cycle Fan runs when room Exterior thermostat has acti This is normal temperature is below vated the heater or fan 45 Popping or cracking Metal parts undergo expansion This is normal Sound will level off or disappear as Refrig sound when compres and contraction as in hot water erator continues to run sor comes on pipes Boiling or gurgling Refrigerant used to cool This is normal sound like water boil Refrigerator is circulating ing throughout the system Vibrating or rattling Refrigerator is not level It Level the unit Refer to leveling instructions in the noise rocks on the floor when it is Installation section moved slightly Snapping sound e Cold control turning the Refrig e This is normal erator OFF and ON WATER MOISTURE FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR Moisture forms on e Weather is hot and humid This is normal inside of Refrigerator Door may not be seating See DOOR PROBLEMS section walls properly e Door is kept open too long or Open the door less often opened too frequently WATER MOISTURE FROST OUTSIDE REFRIGERATOR Moisture forms out e Door may not be seating prop See DOOR PROBLEMS section side of Refrigerator erly causing the cold air from inside the Refrigerator to meet warm moist air from outside ODOR IN REFRIGERATOR Odors in Refrigerator e Interior needs to be cleaned e Clean
6. interior with sponge warm water and baking soda DOOR PROBLEMS Door will not close e Refrigerator is not level It e This condition may force the cabinet out of square and rocks on the floor when it is misalign the door Refer to Leveling in the Installation moved slightly section LIGHT BULB IS NOT ON Light bulb is not on e Light bulb is burnt out e Follow instructions under Interior Light in the FEATURES section e No electric current is reaching e See Installation section the Refrigerator
7. l for the Refrigerator to work harder under these conditions It takes 4 hours for the Refrigerator to cool down completely Warm food will cause Refrigerator to run more until the desired temperature is reached Warm air entering the Refrigerator causes it to run more Open doors less often See DOOR PROBLEMS section Turn control knob to a warmer setting Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Clean or change gasket Leaks in the door seal will cause Refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperature Turn the control to a warmer setting Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Turn control to a colder setting Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Warm air entering the Refrigerator causes it to run more Open doors less often See DOOR PROBLEMS section Warm food will cause Refrigerator to run more until the desired temperature is reached It takes 4 hours for the Refrigerator to cool down completely This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heat from inside the Refrigerator cabinet This is normal When the surrounding noise level is low you might hear the compressor running while it cools the interior BEFORE YOU CALL continued PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION SOUND AND NOISE continued Longer sound levels e Refrigerator operates at higher e This is normal Sound will level off or disappear as Refrig when compressor pr
8. or the most efficient operation the refrigerator can be removed with a mixture of warm water and should be located where surrounding temperatures mild detergent or touch the residue with the sticky will not drop below 10 F 12 C or exceed 110 side of tape already removed Do not remove the F 43 C The Freeze Control Feature is designed serial plate to automatically maintain the selected interior refrigerator temperature within these boundaries A CAUTION e Allow space around the unit for good air circulation Leave a 4 inch 101 6 mm space on the back and 3 inches 76 2 mm on the sides and back of the refrigerator for adequate circulation amp NOTE The exterior walls of the refrigerator may become quite warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from the inside Temperatures as much as 30 F warmer than room temperature can be expected For this reason it is particularly important in hotter climates to allow enough space for air circulation around your g refrigerator To allow door to close and seal properly DO NOT let food packages extend past the front of shelves Shelf Front Leveling The refrigerator must have all bottom corners resting ENERGY SAVING TIPS firmly on solid floor The floor must be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator NOTE It is Very Install the refrigerator in the coolest part of a dry Important for your refrigerator to be level in order to function properl
9. rigerator is plugged into a circuit that has a ground fault interrupt Temperature control is in the OFF position Refrigerator may not be plugged in or plug may be loose House fuse blown or tripped circuit breaker Power outage Room or outside weather is hot Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time Large amounts of warm or hot food has been stored recently Door is opened too frequently or too long Refrigerator door may be slightly open Temperature control is set too low Refrigerator gasket is dirty worn cracked or poorly fitted Temperature control is set too low Temperature contril is set too warm Door is opened too frequently or too long Door may not be seating properly Large amounts of warm or hot food has been stored recently Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time The external Refrigerator walls can be as much as 30 F warm er than room temperature Modern refrigerators have increased storage capacity and more stable temperatures They require a high efficiency compressor BEFORE YOU CALL CORRECTION Use another circuit If you are unsure about the outlet have it checked by a certified technician See Setting the Temperature Control section Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet Check replace fuse with a 15 amp time delay fuse Reset circuit breaker Check house lights Call local Electric Company It s norma
10. rol The thermostat for the refrigerator and freezer is located at the upper right hand corner of the refrigerator compartment The first time you turn the unit on adjust the temperature control knob to 3 and give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food a full 24 hours is recommended Thermostat control dial After it is fully cooled test it and adjust towards 1 to make less cool or towards 6 to cool more to best suit your needs However the setting of 3 should be appropriate for home or office refrigerator use Note Turning the temperature control knob to the OFF position will top the cooling cycle but does not shut off power to the unit 6 5 O 3 2 Adjustable Interior Shelves Multi position adjustable interior shelves can be moved to any position for larger or smaller bottles The shipping spacers that stabilize the shelves for shipping should be removed and discarded Slide Out Crisper Some Models A Slide Out Basket some models located at the bottom of the refrigerator provides separate storage space for items that are difficult to store on refrigerator shelves T remove the basket pull out and lift up Automatic Freeze Control Some Models The Freeze Control Feature will maintain proper interior refrigerator temperature even when the refrigerator is placed in an area where the surrounding temperature drops down to 10 F 12 C Interior Light Some mod
11. ushes abrasive cleaners or alkaline solutions on any surface Do not wash removable parts in a dishwasher Cleaning the Outside Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth WARNING If leaving the refrigerator door open while on vacation make certain that children cannot get into the Refrigerator and become entrapped Vacation and Moving Tips Vacations If the refrigerator will not be used for several months Remove all food and unplug the power cord e Clean and dry the interior thoroughly e Leave the refrigerator door open slightly blocking it open if necessary to prevent odor and mold growth Moving When moving the refrigerator follow these guidelines to prevent damage e Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet Remove food and clean the refrigerator Secure all loose items by taping them securely in place to prevent damage Ina moving vehicle secure the refrigerator in an upright position to prevent movement Also protect the outside of the refrigerator with a blanket or similar item PROBLEM REFRIGERATOR OPERATION Refrigerator does not run Refrigerator runs too much or too long Interior Refrigerator temperature is too cold Interior Refrigerator temperature is too warm Refrigerator external surface temperature is warm SOUND AND NOISE Louder sound levels when Refrigerator is on Ref
12. vent any risk e Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord e Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock e Performance may be affected if the voltage varies by 10 or more Operating the Refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the compressor Such damage is not covered under your warranty e Do not plug the unit into an electrical outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent the Refrigerator from being turned off accidentally Grounding type wall receptacle Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong Power cord with 3 prong grounded plug WARNING Child Safety e Destroy carton plastic bags and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the Refrigerator is unpacked Children should never use these items to play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation Remove all staples from the carton Staples can cause severe cuts and destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture empty discarded refrigerator is a very dangerous attraction to children Remove the door s of any appliance that is not in use even if it is being discarded
13. y If the refrigerator is not leveled during installation the door may be misaligned and not close and ventilated room out of direct sunlight and away from heating ducts or registers Do not place the refrigerator next to heat producing appliances such or seal properly causing cooling frost or moisture as a range oven or dishwasher problems Level the refrigerator so the door close tightly To Level Your Refrigerator Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air After removing all interior and exterior packaging materials vents Doing so causes the refrigerator to run longer use a Carpenter s level to level the refrigerator from front to and use more energy Shelves should not be lined back Adjust the plastic leveling feet in front gt bubble higher with aluminum foil paper or paper toweling so that the door closes easily when left halfway open Liners interfere with cold air circulation making the Refrigerator less efficient e Wipe bottles and containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator This cuts down on moisture build up inside the unit Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings Remove as many items as needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible 3 TEMPERATURE CONTROLS Cool Down Period For best performance allow 4 hours for the refrigerator to cool down completely The refrigerator will run continuously for the first several hours Temperature Cont
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