Avanti RF170W - Manual (Page 9)

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NOTE:
? Turning the temperature control to "OFF" position stops the cooling cycle but does not shut off
the power to the unit.
? If the unit is unplugged, power lost, or turned off; you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting
the unit. If you attempt to restart before this time delay, the unit will not start.
? Defrosting Your Unit
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When? For the most efficient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost the unit
compartment when the frost on the evaporator wall is excessive or ¼ inch thick.
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How? To start defrosting, turn the temperature control to "OFF", unplug the unit, remove the food
and shelf. After the frost or ice has melted, discard the melted water and dry up the interior of unit.
Then the unit can be restarted by a turning its thermostat to the desired setting.
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 system and will void the
warranty. We recommend using the plastic scraper provided.
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Use a sponge or towel to pick up the melting ice off the unit floor.
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Remove the frozen food from the unit and place it in a cooler to protect the food.
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The Freezer Compartment (When Using as a Freezer)
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This compartment is designed for the long term storage of frozen food.
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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 unit.
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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.
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Place frozen food into the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase. If there are instructions
on the packet, carefully follow these instructions regarding storage times.
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Using Your Ice Cube Tray
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Recommended thermostat setting for ice making is position MAX of freezer
section.
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Fill the ice cube tray (two thirds of it) with cold water or with any liquid suitable for
freezing and place the tray on the bottom of the unit to freeze properly.
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Dry the tray, otherwise it may stick to the bottom of the unit.
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The best method to get ice cubes out of the tray is to hold the tray under cold tap
water for a second.
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To eject the ice cubes from the tray, place over the ice buc ket and twist slightly.