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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Model Number/ No. de Modelo: BCA3281B
REFRIGERATOR
(REFRIGERADOR)
CAUTION:
BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
La sección en español empieza en la página 13.
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Table of Contents Refrigerator Safety 3 Important Safeguides 4 Help Us Help You 5 Parts and Features 6 Important Safety Instructions 7 Installation Instructions 7 Before Using Your Refrigerator 7 Installation of Your Refrigerator 7 Electrical Connection 8 Operating Your Appliance 8 Temperature Control 8 Care and Maintenance 9 Defrosting Your Refrigerator 9 Reversing the Door of Your Refrigerator 9 Cleaning Your Appliance 9 Moving You
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REFRIGERATOR 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 refrigerator 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 refrigerator, 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. • It is recommended that a s
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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 your new appliance properly. inside left wall the appliance. Keep it handy to answer your questions. Please write these numbers here: If you don't understand something or your need more help, please call: ____________________________________ Date of Purchase Avanti Customer Service 800-22
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PARTS & FEATURES 1. Storage Shelf (2) 2. Leveling Leg 3. Door Hinge(Reversible) 4. Door Bin 5. Beverage Can Dispenser (7 Can Capacity) 6. Bottle Rack 7. Temperature Control 8. Power cord 9. Compressor equipment 6
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Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, WARNING or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions: • Read all instructions before using the refrigerator. • DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. • Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer: Take off the doors. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside. • Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the re
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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 refrigerator should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this refrigerator 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
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE Defrosting Your Refrigerator Defrost the refrigerator when the frost accumulated on the evaporator is about 5mm (1/5 inch) thick. Set the thermostat dial to “0” position. Remove frozen or perishable foods. Defrosting usually takes a few hours. After defrosting, return the thermostat dial to the desired position. To defrost quickly remove all foods from the refrigerator and leave the door open. Never use a knife or other metal instrument to scrape ice/frost
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PROBLEMS WITH YOUR REFRIGERATOR? You can solve many common refrigerator 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 Refrigerator does not operate. Not plugged in. The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse. Turns on and off frequently. The room temperature is hotter than normal. A large amount of food has been added to the refri
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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 refrigerators. With the purchase of your Avanti refrigerator, 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
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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 FIFTH YEAR WARRANTY purchase by the original owner, Avanti For the second through the fifth year from date Products will, at its option, repair or of original purchase, Avanti Products will replace any part of the refrigerator, provide a repl
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INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPANOL INSTALACION Retire los accesorios de empaque (plásticos protectores, cartón y tiras engomadas). Limpie el exterior con un trapo suave y seco, y el interior con un trapo húmedo y tibio. UBICACION 1. Seleccione un lugar con un piso firme y nivelado. 2. Su refrigerador requiere ventilación. Deje un espacio mínimo de 5” hacia arriba y espacio suficiente en el respaldo para permitir la circulación de aire. 3. Evite luz directa del sol o calor. La luz direct
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CUIDADOS EN LOS PERIODOS DE AUSENCIA • Para cortos períodos de ausencia (menos de 21 días) el congelador podrá quedar funcionando. Coloque el botón de control de temperaturas en la posición “0”. • En períodos de ausencia más largos, se aconseja dejar el refrigerador limpio y desconectado. • Saque todo lo que tenga adentro del refrigerador y haga el deshielo y la limpieza general. También retire las cubeteras, limpie bien y séquelas internamente. • Deje la puerta entreabierta para que
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Registration Information Thank you for purchasing this fine Avanti product. Please fill out this card and return it within 100 days of purchase and receive these important benefits: 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 claim such as fire or theft. Promote better products: We value your input. Your responses will help us develop products de
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