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Your New RefrigeratorlFreezer is designed to operate efficiently You can help reduce energy consumption by fol- lowing these suggestions:
Power Miser Control° This control reg- ulates special heaters that help reduce condensation during periods of high humidity. Reduce energy consumption by setting the control according to cur- rent climatic conditions.
Controls. Set the freezer and refrigera-
tor controls so the compartments are not colder than recommended. See
page 13 and 14 for details
Doors. Make sure the door gaskets do not become blocked, dirty or worn. Air
leaks wii[ cause the unit to operate more often
Location. Install the unit away from heating equipment or direct sunlight,
Keep the Condenser Coil Clean. A dirty condenser coil will cause the unit to operate more than necessary. See Care and Cleaning section.
Before Calling For Service
Unnecessary service calls may be avoided by checking for the following
mmon sources of difficulty. The fol-
._ving itemsare considered customer replaceable: defrost drain pan, door and cabinet shelves and drawers, butter
dish, light bulbs, egg bucket, and accessories
If product does not appear to be
operating:
•Does the light work? A dim light indi- cates tow voltage or a weak bulb.
•Is cord plugged in?
°Is a fuse or circuit breaker open? Check by plugging in another appliance or lamp at the same wall outlet.
•Has either of the doors been left open? Make certain food items stored within the refrigerator are not obstructing proper door closure. Check leveling of unit. (See page 6.)
,,if the lights work, but the fan and compressor are not operating, check to see if the power switch is on, (See page 6 or 12,)
•If the power switch is on, then the unit is likely in the defrost cycle. Wait 30 minutes to see if the unit will restart.
If the unit still won'toperate:
°Be sure you have completed the steps listed above
,,Unplug the unit and take the steps necessary to preserve the food stored in the unit. Dry ice may be placed in the freezer section of the unit to pre- serve food until the unit can be ser- viced=Doors should be left closed until the unit has been repaired Your product warranty does not cover food ioss_
,_Call your nearest Sears service center.
If food temperature appears to be warm in the freezer section:
° See prior sections.
•Have you recently added a large load of food? Allow adequate time for the
food to reach freezing temperature. o Are any shelves covered with foil or plastic, preventing proper air flow?
°ts the condenser area clean? (See page 23.)
• Adjust freezer control. (See page t4,)
If refrigerator section is too warm:
,,See prior sections
•Adjust refrigerator controI. (See page 13_)
,,Adjust freezer control to a colder set- tinge(See page 14.)
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