We recommend using the plastic scraper provide with your unit. • Remove the frozen food from the freezer and place it in a cooler to protect the food. • Turn the thermostat knob to "O/OFF". The compressor will stop running. • During the defrost, the ice melts into the water collection tray. The water must be removed from the water collection tray. — 9 - • Dry the water collection tray and place it back under the freezer compartment. • Clean the interior of the refrigerator(See "Cleaning"Pg.10)and reset the thermostat to desired setting. Return food to the refrigerator. HELPFUL HINT: Defrosting usually takes a few hours. Leaving the door open will help speed the process. Also, pouring warm water(not boiling)on the ice/frost will help speed melting. If you must use a scraper-please use caution-it is very easy to damage the freezer compartment and void your warranty. > The Freezer Compartment • This compartment is designed for production of ice cubes and short term storage(3-4days at most)of some commercially frozen foods. • The temperature in this compartment does not get cold enough to freezer food safely for long periods of time and works best when the food is already frozen. • By design, this freezer compartment is not a true freezer, and may not keep ice cream frozen, or freeze items other than ice cubes. • A colder setting may be used for these items, but other items in the refrigerator may also be affected. • The freezer door is susceptible to breakage if excessive ice is allowed to build around the evaporator. Be sure to defrost the unit whenever ice reaches 1/4 inch thick. Piease note that the freezer door damage is not covered under your warranty. > Using Your Ice Cube Trav • The ice cube tray need to be set on the floor of the freezer to freeze properly. • To eject the ice cubes from the tray, place over the ice bucket and twist slightly. CARE AND MAINTENANCE > Cleaning Your Refrigerator • Upon installation of your new appliance, it is recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly. • Turn the temperature control to "O/OFF", unplug the refrigerator, and remove the food, shelves, and trays. • 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 shelves and trays with a mild detergent solution. • Be sure to keep the door gasket(seal)ciean to keep the unit running efficiently. • The outside of the refrigerator should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water. -10- • Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth. • It is recommended that the unit be cleaned each time it is defrosted to help keep the unit odor free and running efficiently. Helpful Hint: To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda inside the refrigerator on the shelf. " Vacation Time • Remove all the food. • Unplug the refrigerator. • Clean the refrigerator. • Leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or odors. • Use extreme caution in the case of children. The unit should not be accessible to child's play. • In the case of long term storage, the unit should be sealed with tape, or have the door removed. > Moving Your Refrigerator • Remove all the food. Securely tape down all loose items inside your refrigerator. • Turn the leveling screws up to the base to avoid damage. • Tape the doors shut. • Be sure the refrigerator stays in the upright position during transportation. -11- TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Refrigerator does not operate. Not plugged in. The circuit breaker tripped or blown fuse. The refrigerator temperature control is set at "O/OFF". Compressor turns on and off frequently. The room temperature is hotter than normal. A large amount of food has been added to the refrigerator. The door is opened too often. The door is not closed completely. The temperature control is not set correctly. The door gasket does not seal properly. The refrigerator does not have the correct clearances. Vibrations. Check to assure that the refrigerator is level. The refrigerator seems to make too much noise. The rattling noise may come from the flow of the refrigerant, which is normal. As each cycle ends, you may hear gurgling sounds caused by the flow of refrigerant in your refrigerator. Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause popping and crackling noises. The refrigerator is not level. The door will not close properly. The refrigerator is not level. The doors were reversed and not properly installed. The gasket is dirty. The shelves, bins, or baskets are out of position. SERVICE FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR We are proud of our customer service organization and the network of professional service technicians that provide service on your Avanti appliances. With the purchase of your Avanti appliance, you can have the confidence that if you ever need additional information or assistance, the Avanti Product...