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FREEZER/CONGELADOR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL/MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Model Number/Número de Modelo: CF208G
BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
La sección en español empieza en la página 16.
Avanti has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materials and
specifications without notice.
Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 3
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Chest Freezer Safety 3 Important Safeguides 4 Help Us Help You 5 Parts and Features 6 Important Safety Instructions 7 Installation Instructions 7 Before Using Your Appliance 7 Installation of Your Appliance 7 Electrical Connection 8 Operating Your Appliance 9 Temperature Control 9 Temperature Control Panel Cover 9 Fast Freeze Switch 9 Defrosting Your Appliance 10 The Freezer Compartment 10 Door Lock 10 Care and
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CHEST FREEZER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the Safety Alert Symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the Safety Alert Symbol and either the wards” DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Before the chest freezer is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as described in this manual, so read the manual carefully. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using the chest freezer, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet, do not remove grounding prong, do not use an adapter, and do not use an extension cord • Replace all panels befo
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HELP US HELP YOU... Read this guide carefully. Write down the model and serial numbers. You'll find them on a plate located on the rear It is intended to help you operate and maintain outside wall of the freezer. your new freezer properly. Please write these numbers here: Keep it handy to answer your questions. If you don't understand something or you need _____________________________________ more help, please call: Date of Purchase Avanti Customer Service
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PARTS AND FEATURES 1. SLIDING GLASS LIDS 2. DRAIN PLUG(not shown) 3. ROLLERS 4. LID LOCK 5. CONTROL PANEL COVER 6. THERMOSTAT CONTROL KNOB 7. FAST FREEZE SWITCH 8. POWER INDICATOR INCLUDED WITH ACCESSORIES IS A CLEAR CONTROL PANEL COVER , SLIDE COVER OVER CONTROL PANEL TO INSTALL AND SLIDE UP TO REMOVE SLIDE UP TO REMOVE SLIDE DOWN TO INSTALL 6
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your freezer, follow these WARNING basic precautions: • Read all instructions before using the freezer. • DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous, even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days.” • Before you throw away your old freezer: Take off the door
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Electrical Connection Warning Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by an authorized Avanti Products service center. This appliance should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock. Do not under any circumstances cut
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OPERATING YOUR FREEZER Temperature Control • Your freezer has one control for regulating the temperature. The temperature control is located on the lower right hand corner. • The first time you turn the unit on, switch on the Fast Freeze switch and run for at least 2 hours before putting frozen foods inside. This will ensure the cabinet is thoroughly chilled before food is put in. • Turn off the Fast Freeze switch. • The range of the temperature control is from position" 1"
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Defrosting Your Freezer • When? For the most efficient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost the freezer when the frost on the freezer walls is excessive or ¼ to ½ inch thick. • Choose a time when the stock of frozen food is low. 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 the plastic scraper
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Your Freezer • Upon installation of your new appliance, it is recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly. • Turn the temperature control to "OFF", unplug the freezer, remove the food and storage baskets. • 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 storage baskets with a mild detergent solution. • Be sure to keep the door gaske
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PROBLEMS WITH YOUR FREEZER ? You can solve many common freezer problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling the servicer. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Freezer does not operate. Not plugged in. The circuit breaker tripped or blown fuse. The freezer temperature control is set at "OFF". Compressor turns on and off frequently. The room temperature is hotter than normal. A
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Vibrations. Check to assure that the freezer is not on a level surface. Floor is uneven or weak. Freezer rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly. Be sure floor can adequately support freezer. Level the freezer by putting wood or metal shims under part of the freezer. The freezer is touching the wall. Re-level the freezer and move it from the wall. See “Installation Instructions” Moisture forms on inside freezer walls. Weather is hot and humid, which increases internal r
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SERVICE FOR YOUR FREEZER 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 freezer, you can have the confidence that if you ever need additional information or assistance the Avanti Products Customer Service team will be here for you. Just call us toll-free. AVANTI PRODUCTS CUSTOMER SERVICES Product Information Whatever your questions are about our produc
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Staple your sales receipt here. Proof of YOUR Avanti Products WARRANTY original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. WHAT IS COVERED LIMITED ONE-YEAR LIMITED SECOND THROUGH WARRANTY FIFTH YEAR WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase For the second through the fifth year from date by the original owner, Avanti Products of original purchase, Avanti Products will provide will, at its option, repair or replace any a replacement compressor free of charge
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INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL PRECAUCIÓN Para reducir el riesgo de incendio, descarga eléctrica, o daño cuando use su electrodoméstico, siga las siguientes precauciones. • Lea todas las instrucciones antes de usar su electrodoméstico. • Peligro o Precaución: Existe el riesgo que los niños queden atrapados. • Niños atrapados o sofocamiento no son un problema del pasado. Los electrodomésticos son peligrosos aún si sólo los deja en el garaje por un par de días. • Antes de desechar su con
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ADVERTENCIA • El uso inapropiado del enchufe a tierra puede desencadenar un choque eléctrico. Consulte a personal autorizado por Avanti Productos si tiene alguna duda sobre las instrucciones o si tiene alguna consulta si el electrodoméstico está correctamente instalado a la corriente eléctrica y a tierra. Si el cordón del enchufe del electrodoméstico se encuentra dañado, debe ser reemplazado por el Servicio Técnico de Avanti Products. • El cordón del enchufe está equipado con tres punta
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Descongelando • Cuando descongelar? Para el mejor funcionamiento y consumo mínimo de energía de su congelador, descongele cuando las paredes internas estén llenas de escarcha o tengan un espesor de ¼ a ½ pulgada. • Escoja un momento cuando no tenga muchos alimentos en el congelador. • Cómo descongelar? Siguiendo estas indicaciones: ADVERTENCIA No use agua hirviendo porque dañará las partes de plástico. Tampoco use puntas o instrumentos metálicos para retirar la escarcha ya que
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CUIDADO Y MANTENIMIENTO Limpiando su Congelador • Después de instalar su congelador, se le recomienda que este sea limpiado a fondo. • Gire el control de temperatura a “0”, desconecte el congelador y retire los alimentos y la canasta de almacenaje. • Lave el interior con agua tibia y un trapo suave remojado en una solución de bicarbonato de sodio. La solución consiste en dos cucharadas de la referida sal en un litro de agua. • Lave la canasta de almacenaje con un detergente suav
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PROBLEMAS CON SU CONGELADOR Usted puede resolver muchos problemas comunes de su electrodoméstico fácilmente, ahorrándole el gasto de una posible visita del servicio técnico. Pruebe las siguientes sugerencias para verificar si usted puede resolver el problema antes de llamar al servicio técnico. GUIA PARA SOLUCIONAR PROBLEMAS PROBLEMA SOLUCION Su electrodoméstico no funciona No está conectado a la corriente eléctrica. El interruptor saltó o se quemó un fusible El control de tempe
