SUMMIT FS605 Upright Freezer User Manual

SUMMIT FS605 Upright Freezer

APPLIANCE 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. The 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 word DANGER or WARNING.

DANGER: means that failure to heed this safety statement may result in severe personal injury or death.
WARNING: means that failure to heed this safety statement may result in extensive product damage, serious personal injury, or death.

All safety messages will alert you about the potential hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and let you know what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Before the appliance 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 appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

DANGER

• 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 operating.
• It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your appliance be provided. Use receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain.
• Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids. These fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. And do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
• Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug when your hands are wet.
• Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before cleaning or servicing. Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or death.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your appliance unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
• These appliances are CFC- and HFC-free and contain small quantities of Isobutane (R600a) which is environmentally friendly, but flammable. It does not damage the ozone layer, nor does it increase the greenhouse effect. Care must be taken during transportation and setting up of the appliance that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. Leaking coolant can ignite and may damage the eyes.
• In the event of any damage:
  • Avoid open flames and anything that creates a spark,
  • Disconnect from the power source,
  • Air the room in which the appliance is located for several minutes, and
  • Contact the Service Department for advice.
• The more coolant there is in an appliance, the larger the room in which it should be installed. In the event of a leakage, if the appliance is in a small room, there is the danger of combustible gases building up. For every ounce of coolant, at least 325 cubic feet of room space is required. The amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance. It is hazardous for anyone other than an Authorized Service Person to carry out servicing or repairs to this appliance.
• Take serious care when handling, moving, and using the appliance to avoid either damaging the refrigerant tubing or increasing the risk of a leak.
• Replacing component parts and servicing shall be done by factory-authorized service personnel so as to minimize the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect parts or improper service.

WARNING
FOLLOW WARNING CALLOUTS BELOW ONLY WHEN APPLICABLE TO YOUR MODEL

• Use two or more people to move and install appliance. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

• To ensure proper ventilation for your appliance, the front of the appliance must be completely unobstructed. Choose a well-ventilated area with temperatures above 60°F (16°C) and below 90°F
  (32°C). This unit must be installed in an area protected from the elements, such as rain, water, spray, or drips.

• The appliance should not be located next to ovens, grills or other sources of high heat.

• The appliance must be installed with all electrical, water and drain connections in accordance with state and local codes. A standard electrical supply (115 V AC only, 60 Hz), properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances, is required.

• Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord of the appliance.

• The size of the fuse (or circuit breaker) should be 15 amperes.

• It is important that the appliance be leveled in order to work properly. You may need to make several adjustments to level it.

• All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.

• Make certain that the pipes are not pinched, kinked or damaged during installation.

• Check for leaks after connection.

• Never allow children to operate, play with or crawl inside the appliance.

• Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents or abrasives on the interior. These cleaners may damage or discolor the interior.

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Manual.

• Keep fingers out of the “pinch point” areas. Clearances between the drawers and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing drawers when children are in the area.

Danger: 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 for a few days”.

Before discarding your old appliance:

• Take off the doors
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

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LOCATION OF PARTS

1. Temperature control
2. Door racks
3. Panel guard
4. Adjustable legs
5. Evaporator

CALIFORNIA CARB/SNAP DISCLOSURE
This product uses eco-friendly hydrocarbon refrigerant and fully complies with California CARB regulations.
However, we are required by California Law to provide the following disclosure statement in every product sold in California.
“This equipment is prohibited from use in California with any refrigerants on the ‘List of Prohibited Substances’ for that specific end-use, in accordance with California Code of Regulations, title 17, section 95374. This disclosure statement has been reviewed and approved by Felix Storch, Inc. and Felix Storch, Inc. attests, under penalty of perjury, that these statements are true and accurate.”

This product does not use any refrigerants on the ‘List of Prohibited Substances'”

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

• This appliance is intended to be use in household and similar applications.
• The freezer should be installed on a strong, level floor. If the floor is not quite level, adjust feet as necessary.
• This freezer is designed for free standing installation only and should not be recessed or built in.
• The rear of the appliance is to be installed at least 4” from the wall and the cabinet bottom is at least ¾” to 1” above the floor or carpet in order to let the air circulate freely around the freezer.
• Keep away from direct sunlight, oven, or other heat source.
• The freezer is equipped with a three-prong plug and is grounded to eliminate electrical hazards. It should be plugged into a grounded electrical outlet.

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 a qualified electrician or an authorized 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 the third (ground) prong from the power cord supplied. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Any questions concerning power and/or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician or an authorized service center.

This appliance requires a standard 115/120 Volt AC ~60Hz three-prong grounded electrical outlet. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. When a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

To prevent accidental injury, the cord should be secured behind the appliance and not left exposed or dangling.

The appliance should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet, which has a voltage rating that matches the rating label on the appliance. This provides the best performance and prevents overloading house wiring circuits, which could cause a fire hazard from overheating. Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle. Immediately repair or replace all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. When moving the appliance, be careful not to damage the power cord.

Extension Cord
Due to potential safety concerns under certain conditions, it is strongly recommended that you do not use an extension cord with this appliance. However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL/CUL-Listed, 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 115 volts and at least 10 amperes.

OPERATING YOUR APPLIANCE

Temperature Control

• The freezer temperature can be adjusted by the cold control knob. Freezer temperature will become lower as the control knob is set closer to the “MAX” position.
• Freezer temperature will vary depending on the quantity of items stored and on the frequency with which the door is opened.
• Items such as ice cream can be used as an indicator of freezer temperature. If it is too hard or too soft, adjust cold control accordingly.

NOTE: Do not use electrical appliances inside the storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are the type recommended by the manufacturer.

Defrosting

NOTE: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

1. Remove all contents from Freezer.
2. Set cold control Knob to “OFF position.
3. Place towels at the bottom of freezer to absorb water.
4. Defrosting may take up to several hours.

To defrost faster:

• Leave door open.
• Place pans of hot water on frost shelves.
• Wipe with warm towel or sponge.

CAUTION: Never use a knife or other metal object to remove frost and/or ice.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the Interior

• Turn off your freezer and remove all contents.
• Wash the interior with a solution of two tablespoons of baking soda and a quart of warm water.
• Rinse and wipe out the freezer with a clean cloth.
• DO NOT use soaps, detergents, scouring powders, spray cleaners, or similar products for cleaning the interior liner, as they may cause odors in the compartment.

Cleaning the Exterior

• Wipe the exterior surface with a soft cloth, dampened with soapy water.
• Dry with a soft, clean cloth.
• Normal appliance spray cleaners may be used for the exterior, only.

Use only mild soap and water to clean the door gasket.

CAUTION: Never use acid, chemical thinners, gasoline, benzene, or similar products to clean any part of the refrigerator. Boiling water and benzene may deform or damage the plastic parts.

TROUBLESHOOTING

When using the freezer, you may come across some problems that in many cases result from improper handling of the appliance and can easily be eliminated.

My freezer is too warm.
Adjust the temperature of the unit. See page 7. Make sure the door is properly closed.

Too much moisture is collecting on the outside of the appliance.
Frequent door openings in high humidity conditions will cause this. Reduce the number of door openings and reduce the amount of time the door is open.
Make sure the door is sealed completely.

My freezer makes too much noise.
Make sure the cabinet is level, not touching the wall or any other surface, and rests squarely on the floor at all four corners.
Normal noises include refrigerant gurgling as it passed through the refrigerant tubes.

There is an odor in my freezer.
Check for spoiled/out of date items. Clean the interior. See page 7.

If you’ve checked the table above and find that you still need help with your appliance, call our Customer Service facility at 800-932-4267 between 9:00AM and 5:00PM ET. We will do our best to answer your questions.

LIMITED WARRANTY

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Within the 48 contiguous United States, for one year from the date of purchase, when this unit is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, warrantor will pay for factory- specified parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a designated service company. Outside the 48 states, all parts are warranted for two years from manufacturing defects. Plastic parts, shelves and cabinets are warranted to be manufactured to commercially acceptable standards and are not covered from damage during handling or breakage.

FIVE-YEAR COMPRESSOR WARRANTY

1. The compressor is covered for five years.
2. Replacement does not include labor.

ITEMS WARRANTOR WILL NOT PAY FOR:

1. Service calls to correct the installation of your equipment, to instruct you how to use your equipment, to replace or repair fuses or to correct wiring or plumbing.
2. Service calls to repair or replace unit light bulbs or broken shelves. Consumable parts (such as filters) are excluded from warranty coverage.
3. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by warrantor.
4. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States.
5. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the unit.
6. The removal and reinstallation of your unit if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR. WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Nickel (Metallic) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer.
For more information go to www.P65Warmings.ca.gov
Note: Nickel is a component in all stainless steel and some other metallic compositions.

Felix Storch, Inc.
An ISO 9001:2015 registered company 770 Garrison Ave
Bronx, New York 10474
Website: www.summitappliance.com

For parts and accessory ordering, troubleshooting and helpful hints, visit: www.summitappliance.com/support

References

• Manufacturing Specialty Appliances Since 1969 | Summit® Appliance
• Service and Support | Summit® Appliance

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