RCA RFR Series Refrigerators User Manual

RCA RFR Series Refrigerators User Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: Read all of the instructions before using this appliance. When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

NOTE: If the refrigerator/freezer has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of time wait 24 hours before plugging the unit in.

1. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care
2. This refrigerator/freezer must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in the installation
3. This refrigerator/freezer should not be recessed or built-in an enclosed cabinet. It is designed for freestandinp installation only.
4. Never unplug your refrigerator/freezer by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
5. DANGER – Risk of Fire or Explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use Mechanical devices to defrost refrigerator. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.
6. If your old refrigerator/freezer is not being used, we recommend that you remove the doors. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children.

DANGER – Risk Of Fire Or Explosion. Flammable Refrigerant Used. To Be Repaired OnlyBy Trained Service Personnel. Do Not Puncture Refrigerant Tubinp

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Dispose of property in accordance with Federal or Local Regulations. Flammable refrigerant used.

DANGER

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.

FEATURE

1. Built-in freezer
2. Drip tray
3. Removable shelf
4. Temperature control knob Turn to right to raise; turn to left to lowers
5. Defrost button
6. Door seal {gasket}
7. Bottle rack

Parts And Features

1. Built-in freezer
2. Drip tray
3. Removable shelf
4. Temperature control knob{Turn to right to raise; turn to left to lower}
5. Defrost button
6. Door seal {gasket}
7. Bottle rack

Installing Your Refrigerator

Unpacking Your Refrigerator

1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all adhesive tape holding the refrigerator accessories inside and outside.
2. Inspect and remove any remains of packing, tape or printed materials before powering on the

Leveling Your Refrigerator

• Your refrigerator has two leveling leps which are located in the front bottom corners of your After properly placing your refrigerator in its final position, you can level your refrigerator.
• Leveling legs can be adjusted by turning them counterclockwise to raise your refrigerator or by turning them clockwise to lower your refrigerator. The refrigerator door will close easier when the leveling legs are

Electrical Requirement

• Make sure there is a suitable power outlet (120 volts, 15 amps outlet) with proper grounding to power the
• Avoid the use of three prong adapters or cutting off the third grounding  prong in order to accommodate a two prong outlet.  This is a dangerous practice since it provides no effective grounding for the refrigerator and may result in shock

WARNING: USE OF EXTENSION CORDS- POTENTIAL SAFETY HAZARD

Use of Extension Cords

• Avoid the use of an extension cord because of potential safety hazards under certain If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plup and a 3-slot outlet that will accept the plug. The marked rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance. DO NOT USE EXTENSION CORD LONGER THAN 12 FT.

Door Alignment

Freezer Door: (see fig. fi1)

1. Remove the top hinge
2. Loosen the top hinge screws using a phillips head
3. Adjust the door or put a spacer in between and then tighten the
4. Replace the top hinge cover
   
   

Refrigerator Interior Shelves

To remove or replace a full-width slide-out shelf:

1. Gently tilt the shelf up and slide forward until the shelf has been completely
2. To replace the shelf, gently slide the shelf )
   

Using  the Dispense-A-CanfBesides J.6cu.ft/3.2cu.IU

• Your refrigerator is equipped with the convenient “Dispense- A-Can” Each compartment will hold up to six cans. Simply load the cans from the top. To dispense a can, simply draw one out from the bottom. It is that easy.
  

Door Reversal

WARNING: Unplup the refrigerator before performing door reversal process. Failure to unplug may result in serious injury or death from electrical shock. CAUTION: To avoid personal injury and property damage,  obtain assistance from another person to perform the door reversal process.

Reversible door hinge allows you to open from the left or right side.

1. Usinp a flat blade screwdriver, remove the plastic hinpe cover from the top of the door. Be careful not to scratch refrigerator surface
   

2. Usinp a slotted screwdriver, unscrew the three screws from the top hinpe bracket. Remove the bracket. Lift and remove the door from the bottom hinpe pin. Set door safely aside.
   

3. On the opposite side of the unit, use a thin- bladed tool to carefully pry up and remove the hole plug from top of door and plastic square cover from top of cabinet. Insert plup and cover into provided hole on opposite side of door and into holes exposed by removal of top hinpe bracket
   

4. Unscrew and remove the leveling foot from the bottom hinge bracket. Usinp a slotted screwdriver, remove the two screws attaching the bottom hinge bracket to the cabinet.Unscrew the foot from the other side of cabinet.Attach bracket and feet to opposite sides from which removed.
   

5. Mount the door onto the bottom bracket. Insert top bracket hinge pin into hole in top of door. Use the three previously removed screws to attach back of top bracket to cabinet
   

6. Replace the plastic hinpe cover over the top hinpe bracket.
   

WARNING

• When beinp defrosted the appliance must be unplugged to avoid the risk of electrical
• DO NOT use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost from the refrigerator interior, as damape to refrigerant tubing may occur. Tubinp damage may allow flammable refrigerant gas leakage, which can result in injury to persons.

CAUTION: DO NOT use boiling water to melt frost accumulation on freezer walls, as it may damage plastic parts

Maintenance

Risk of Fire or Explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Do not puncture of refrigerant tubing. To be repaired only by trained authorized service personnel. Consult Repair Manual before attempting to service this product. All Safety Precautions Must be followed. Component parts shall be replaced with like components to minimize the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect parts or improper service.

Food Storage Information Fresh Food:

• When storing fresh food that is not prepackaged, be sure to wrap or store food in airtight and moisture proof material unless otherwise This will ensure proper shelf life and prevent the transfer of odors and tastes.
• Wipe containers before storing to avoid needless
• Eggs should be stored in an upright position in their original carton to maximizeshelf life.
• Fruit should be washed and dried, then stored in sealed plastic bags before storing in the
• Vegetables with skins should be stored in plastic bags or
• Leafy vegetables should be washed and drained and then stored in plastic bags or
• Hot food should be allowed to cool before storing in the refrigeration. This will prevent unnecessary energy
• Fresh seafood should be used the same day as
• When storing meats in the fresh food section, keep in the original packaging or rewrap as Follow the suggestions below for safe storage:
• Chicken 1-2 Days
• Ground Beef 1-2 Days
• Cold Cuts 3-5 Days
• Steaks/Roasts 3-5 Days

Power Interruptions

• Occasionally there may be power interruptions due to thunderstorms or other Remove the power cord from AC outlet when a power outape occurs. When power has been restored, replup power cord to AC outlet.

If outage is for a prolonged period, inspect and discard spoiled or thawed food in freezer and refrigerator. Clean refrigerator before reusing

Interior light bulb replacement(1.6cu.ft has no IightJ

If the interior 15 watt appliance light bulb burns out, remove the light bulb cover and replace bulb as follows:

1. Unplug refrigerator from power outlet.
2. Loosen and remove the bulb from its socket by rotating
3. Insert new bulb and screw into socket.
4. Plug refrigerator back into power
   

Troubleshooting

Refrigerator does not operate:

• Check if thermostat control is not in the “0”
• Check if refrigerator is plugged
• Check if there is power at the AC outlet, by checking the circuit

Food temperature appears too warm:

• Frequent door
• Allow time for recently added warm food to reach fresh food
• Check gaskets for proper
• Adjust temperature control to colder

Refrigerator runs too frequently:

• This may be normal to maintain constant temperature durinp hiph temperature and humid
• Doors may have been opened frequently or for an extended period of
• Check pasket for proper
• Check to see if doors are completely

Moisture build up on interior or exterior of the refrigerator:

• This is normal during high humidity
• Prolonged or frequent door
• Check door gaskets for proper

Refrigerator has an odor:

• Interior needs
• Foods improperly wrapped or sealed are giving off

Refrigerator door does not shut properly:

• Level the
• Re-align refrigerator
• Check for e.g. food containers, crisper cover, shelves, bins, etc.

Popping or cracking sound when the compressor comes on:

• Check to ensure the refrigerator is
• The floor may be uneven or weak. The refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly. Be sure the floor can adequately support the refrigerator. Level the refrigerator by putting wood or metal shims under part of the
• The refrigerator is touching the wall. re-level the refrigerator and move it from the See the “Installing Your Refrigerator” section.

Refrigerator light does not work

• Check power
• Tighen bulb in
• Replace burned out Technique Index

I•IODEL

| RFR115-B-WHITE RFRJJ5-C-BLUERFR16O•C-PURPLE RFR16Q•C-REDRFR18O RFR15•C •BLACK-6CON| RFR32O-C-LII*IE RFR321-E-BLACK RFR321-E-WHITE RFR321-A-PURPLERFR32O-D-ORANGE RFR32O-E-ORANGE RFR32O-D-PURPLERFR32O-D-BLACK RFR321-D-BLUE RFR32O-D-BLUERFR335 RFR335-6COMRFR3ZI-BLACK-6COI’1| RFR453 RFR441-C RFR465-ERFR464-C-BLACK RFR464-C-WHITE RFR441-6COM
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CAPACITY OF FRIDGE IN CU FT AND INTERIOR SIZE {IN.) (WxHxD)| 1.6/15Kl6Kl3{INTERIOR)| 3.2/15x29KI3 (INTERIOR}| 4.5/18x29x17 (INTERIOR)
SHELF f’1ATERIAL| wire| glass| glass
TEMPERATURE CONTROL TYPE| mechanical| mechanical| mechanical
TEMPERATURE RANGE IN FAHRENHEIT AND CELSIUS| 32-5O°F / O-ION
DEPTH(EXCLUDING HANDLESJ(IN.J| 16.73| 16.73| 20.86
DEPTH(LESS DOORS(IN.J| 14.49| 14.49| 16.93
DEPTH WITH DOOR OPEN 90 DEGREES{IN.J| 3y.y5| 33.15| 40.89
HEIGHT TO TOP OF DOOR HINGE(IN.}| 19.8| 33.27| 3248
HEIGHT TO TOP OF REFRIGERATOR{IN.)| 19.41| 32.87| 52.12
PRODUCT DEPTHfIN.7| 16.73| 16.73| 20.86
PRODUCT HEIGHT(IN.}| 19.8| 33.27| 32.48
PRODUCT WIDTH{IN.)| 17.83| 17.83| 20.59
REFRIGERATOR WIDTH(IN.J| 17.72| 17.72| 20.47
POWER CORD LENGHT (IN.}| 70| 70| 70
BPA FREE {YK/NO}| YES| YES| YES
REFRIGERANT TYPE| R60Oa| R6OOa| R6OOa
M POWER CONSUMPTION IN AI’4PS &| | | 0.8/65
OPERATION NOISE dBA| 40| | 40

1 Year Warranty

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. Durinp this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product  to us. If the product  or component  is no lonper  available,  we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value. Prior to a replacement beinp sent, the product must be rendered inoperable or returned to us.

This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in confor- mity with the printed directions., or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as on the specified rating on the label (e.g., 12OV-6OHz).

ATTACH YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE HERE, PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE.

Please have the following information available when you contact the Support Team:

• Name, address and telephone
• Model number and serial
• A clear, detailed description of the
• Proof of purchase including dealer or retailer name, address and date of purchase

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