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FREEZER/CONGELADOR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL/MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Model Number/Número de Modelo: VM302W
BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
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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 33152
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Freezer Safety 3 Important Safe Guides 4 Help Us Help You 5 Parts and Features 6 Important Safety Instructions 7 Electrical Connection 8 Installation Instructions 9 Before Using Your Freezer 9 Installation of Your Freezer 9 Operating Your Freezer 9 Temperature Control 9 Defrosting Your Freezer 9 The Freezer Compartment 10 Care and Maintenance 10 Cleaning Your Freezer 10 Vacation Time 10 Moving Your Freezer 10
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FREEZER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual for 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 words” DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUIDES Before the 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 freezer, follow basic precaution, 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 before operati
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HELP US HELP YOU... Read this guide carefully. Write down the model and serial numbers. It is intended to help you operate and maintain You'll find them on a plate located on the rear your new freezer properly. wall of the freezer. Keep it handy to answer your questions. Please write these numbers here: If you don't understand something or you need more help, please call: ____________________________________ Date of Purchase Avanti Customer Service 800-220-5570
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PARTS AND FEATURES 1. Cabinet 2. Temperature Control 3. Left Leveling Leg 4. Right Leveling Leg 5. Door with Integrated Handle 6
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Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, WARNING or injury when using your freezer follow these 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 freezer are still dangerous. . . even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days.” Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:
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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 or remove
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before Using Your Appliance Remove the exterior and interior packing. Check to be sure you have all of the following parts: 1 Instruction Manual 1 Plastic Spatula 1 Thermostat Key 1 Ice Cube tray Before connecting the appliance to the power source, let it stand upright for approximately 2 hours. This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation. Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water
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The Freezer Compartment This compartment is designed for the long term storage of frozen food. The storage life of frozen foods varies and the recommended storage time should not be exceeded. The instructions regarding the care of frozen foods should be followed when defrosting the freezer. Pre-packed commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen foods manufacturer’s instructions for a three star frozen food storage compartment or home freezer. Plac
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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 properly. Not plugged in. The circuit breaker tripped or blown fuse. The thermostat is set to the minimum or “1” position. The thermostat is set to the “OFF” position. Compressor turns on and off
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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 freezers. 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 produ
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YOUR Avanti Products WARRANTY Staple your sales receipt here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. WHAT IS COVERED LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY LIMITED SECOND THROUGH For one year from the date of purchase FIFTH YEAR WARRANTY by the original owner, Avanti Products For the second through the fifth year from date will, at its option, repair or replace any of original purchase, Avanti Products will part of the refrigerator - freezer whic
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INSTRUCCIONES ES ESPAÑOL Para reducir el riesgo de incendio, descarga eléctrica, o daño cuando use su PRECAUCIÓN 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 solo los deja en el garaje por un par de días. Antes de desechar su congela
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Conexión Eléctrica ADVERTENCIA EL USO INAPROPIADO DEL ENCHUFE A TIERRA PUEDE OCASIONAR RIESGO DE UN CHOQUE ELECTRICO. SI EL CORDON SE DAÑASE, LLEVELO A UN CENTRO DE SERVICIO AUTORIZADO POR AVANTI PRODUCTS PARA QUE SE REEMPLACE. Para su seguridad, esta máquina de hacer hielo debe estar apropiadamente conectada a tierra. El cordón eléctrico de esta máquina de hacer hielo esta equipado con un enchufe de tres puntas, el cual encaja perfectamente en los receptáculos/en
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COMO CAMBIAR LA DIRECCION DE APERTURA DE LA PUERTA En caso de que necesite cambiar el lado de apertura de la puerta, por favor consulte al servicio posventa de su localidad o al empleado que le vendio la unidad. USANDO SU CONGELADOR Control de temperatura Su congelador tiene un control que regula la temperatura. El control de temperatura está ubicado en la esquina inferior a mano derecha. La primera vez que encienda el congelador, ponga la temperatura en la posición de enfri
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ADVERTENCIA Asegúrese de desconectar el congelador de la corriente eléctrica. Si no lo hace, puede ocasionar un choque eléctrico o herirse. Si falla el suministro eléctrico Usualmente la electricidad regresa en unas pocas horas sin afectar la temperatura de su congelador, siempre que la puerta no se abra muy frecuentemente. Si le va faltar electricidad por un período de tiempo más largo, usted debe tomar los pasos apropiados para proteger sus alimentos. Si usted sale de vacaciones
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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 SOLUCIÓN Su electrodoméstico no funciona No está conectado a la corriente eléctrica. El interruptor saltó o se quemó un fusible El control de temperatur
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Registration Information Thank you for purchasing this fine Avanti product. Please fill out this form and return it to the following address within 100 days from the date of purchase and receive these important benefits: Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co., Inc. P.O.Box 520604 – Miami, Florida 33152 Protect your product: We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Avanti product on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance
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