CONSERVATOR GRM183UW Refrigerator-Freezer Instruction Manual

CONSERVATOR GRM183UW Refrigerator-Freezer

SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING: risk of fire / flammable materials

1. WARNING- Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
2. WARNING- Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
3. WARNING- Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
4. 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.
5. WARNING- Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction
6. The appliance has to be unplugged after use and before carrying out user maintenance on the appliance.
7. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduce physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
8. If the SUP PLY CORD is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
9. Please dispose of the refrigerator according to local regulations for it uses flammable blowing gas and refrigerant.
10. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as
    • staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
    • farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
    • bed and breakfast type environments;
    • catering and similar non-retail applications.
11. Do not use an extension cord with this appliance. If the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance. Use of an extension cord can negatively affect the performance of the unit.
12. Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
13. This appliance is not intended for use by person (including children’s) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
14. Children’s should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

IT IS HAZARDOUS FOR ANYONE OTHER THAN AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL TO CARRY OUT SERVICING OF REPAIRS WHICH INVOLVE THE REMOVAL OF COVERS.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIRS YOURSELF.

INSTALLATION

Location
When selecting a position for your unit you should make sure the floor is flat and firm, and the room is well ventilated. Avoid locating your unit near a heat source, e.g. cooker, boiler or radiator.
Also avoid direct sunlight as it may increase the electrical consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the unit not to perform properly. This unit is not designed for use in a garage or outdoor installation. Do not drape the unit with any covering.

When installing the unit, ensure that 3 inch of free space is left at both sides, 1 inch at the rear and 1 inch at the top of the unit. This will allow cold air to circulate around the refrigerator and improve the efficiency of the cooling process.
Reversing the Door Swing
Reversing the door position
Parts included with the hinge kit:
Parts already mounted on the door (as shipped):

1. Unplug your refrigerator and remove all food from the door shelves.

2. Remove the left cover plate and the right top hinge cover, then unscrew and remove the right top hinge. Keep the screws to reuse.

3. Lift the freezer door up and away from your refrigerator.

4. Unscrew the three screws holding the center hinge, remove the hinge, then lift the refrigerator door up and away from your refrigerator. Save the screws to reuse.

5. Unscrew the two screws holding the bottom hinge, then remove the bottom hinge from the bottom right side of the refrigerator.

6. Unscrew the hinge pin from the right side of the bottom hinge and move it to the left side, then secure the bottom hinge to the bottom left side of the refrigerator, using the screws you removed previously.

7. Remove the plastic bushing from the top right of the freezer and refrigerator doors.

8. Remove the hole cap from the top left of refrigerator door and insert it in the other side.

9. Insert the plastic bushings into the left sides of freezer and refrigerator doors.

10. Remove the door block from the bottom, right side of the door and attach it to the other side.

11. Attach the left upper door self-locking block and the left door-open stopper to the left side of the freezer door.

12. Remove the right upper door self-locking block and the right door-open stopper. Store in a safe place in case you need to reverse the door position again.

13. Remove the two hole caps from the left side, where the center hinge will go, and insert them into the other side.

14. Attach the refrigerator door on the bottom hinge, then attach the center left hinge to the left side of the refrigerator.

15. Put the freezer door onto the center left hinge, then attach the top left hinge to the top of refrigerator. Cover the hinge with the top left hinge cover and cover the screw holes on the right side of the top with the cover plate you previously removed.

Door Space Requirements
The unit’s door must be able to open fully as shown.
W×D>50.8 inch×58.5 inch
Leveling the Unit
To do this , adjust the two leveling feet at the front of the unit .
If the unit is not level, the door and magnetic seal alignments will not be covered properly.
Look down from the top, clockwise and counterclockwise loosening,
Cleaning Before Use
Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda. Then rinse with warm water using a ‘Wrung-out’ sponge or cloth. Wash the shelves and salad bin in warm soapy water and dry completely before replacing in the unit. Clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth. If you require more information refer to the Cleaning section.
Before Using Your Unit
The refrigerator adopts 115V/60Hz AC power, voltage fluctuations over the range of 98 ~ 132V will cause malfunction or even damage.
Do not damage the power cord under any condition so as to ensure safety use, do not use when the power cord is damaged or the plug is worn.
Do not put flammable, explosive, volatile and highly corrosive items in the refrigerator to prevent damages to the product or fire accidents.
Do not place flammable items near the refrigerator to avoid fires.
This product is household refrigerators and shall be only suitable for the storage of foods.
According to national standards, household refrigerators shall not be used for other purposes, such as storage of blood, drugs or biological products.
Do not place items such as bottled or sealed container of fluid such as bottled beers and beverages in the freezer to prevent bursts and other losses.
Before placing any food in your unit, turn it on and wait for 24 hours, to make sure it is working properly and to allow it time to fall to the correct temperature. Your unit should not be overfilled.
Do not store or place dry ice in the refrigerator.
Before Plugging in
You must check that you have a socket which is compatible with the plug supplied with the unit.
Before Turning On!
Do not turn on until two hours after moving the unit.
Interior Accessories
Various glass or plastic storage shelves are included with your appliance – different models have different combinations.
You should always slide one of the full size glass storage shelves into the lowest set of guides, above the fruit and vegetable containers, and keep it in this position. To do this, pull the storage shelf forward until it can be swiveled upwards or downwards and removed.
Please do the same in reverse to insert the shelf at a different height.
In order to make the full use of the volume of the fresh food storage compartment and frozen-food storage compartment, the user can remove one or more shelves, drawers, out of the appliance, according to your daily use.
Icemaker Installation(optional)
The refrigerator is ready for ice maker installation. Please use the correct ice maker kit.
Check with your dealer, use the model IM1800MD Ice Maker Remove a protective cover before connecting the wire of the ice machine in the box.
Tools Required:
1/4 inch copper supply line with shut off valve
1/4 inch brass compression nut and ferrule
The copper tubing and shut off valve are available in a kit from your local hardware or plumbing supply store. Coil enough tubing at the back of the unit to allow movement for cleaning.
Unplug the refrigerator. To eliminate the danger of electric shock during installation, you must unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.
FOR INFORMATION ONLY –
Please refer to the instructions included with the ice maker kit for precise instructions.

Tools Required: Putty Knife, pliers, 1/4″ socket wrench, needle nose pliers or nut driver, adjustable wrench, knife.

1. Unplug refrigerator from wall outlet.
2. Remove ice tray rack from freezer.
3. The frozen shelf moved to the next partition
4. Remove plug from inside the freezer.
5. Peel off label covering ice maker hole on back of the refrigerator.
6. With needle nose pliers, remove foam from hole.
7. Push water inlet tube into small hole on back of refrigerator. Rotate while inserting tube until flat surface of inlet tube is tight against back of refrigerator.
8. Push plastic water supply tubing (3) into water inlet tube (11) as far as it will go and finger tighten nylon compression nut onto threaded end of inlet tube. Tighten another one half turn with a wrench. DO NOT over tighten.
9. Install adjustable leveling bracket (7) on bottom of ice maker with screw (6). DO NOT tighten bracket. (Bracket will be tightened later.)
10. Start two, long, ice maker mounting screws (5) into freezer wall. Turn each screw five turns clockwise.
11. With ice maker in one hand, plug ice maker connector into connector mounted on top freezer panel. Make sure connection is tight.
12. Mount ice maker onto two screws (5) you installed n Step 12.Tighten screws. Make sure water inlet tube (11) is sitting inside fill cup.
13. Adjust leveling bracket (7) to level ice maker (1). Ice maker is level when gap between freezer wall and ice maker is came at ton and bottom Tighten screw I6\ when level
14. Reinstall freezer shelf in lower position. Set ice container (2) on shelf.
15. Locate factory punched holes at bottom right corner of rear panel. Holes are drilled through the cabinet liner. Align water valve bracket with factory drilled holes. Use a power drill with a Phillips * head bit to drive the two self drilling screws (4) through bracket and into cabinet.
16. Connect wiring harness to water valve. Make sure connection is tight.
17. Push plastic water supply tubing into bottom of water valve as far as it will go. Finger tighten nylon compression nut onto threaded end of water valve. Tighten another one half turn with wrench. DO NOT over tighten.
18. Secure plastic water tubing to rear of cabinet with two plastic clamps (9). NOTE : Clean back of cabinet with a commercial household cleaner, ammonia or alcohol before applying clamps.

Connecting Ice Maker to Water Supply
Unplug the refrigerator. To eliminate the danger of electric shock during installation, you must unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that your water supply line connections comply with all local plumbingcodes.
Before Installing the Water Supply Line, You Will Need

• Basic tools: adjustable wrench, flat blade screwdriver, and Phillips ™ Screwdriver.
• Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 120 psi.
• A water supply line made of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) OD, copper tubing. To determine the length of copper tubing needed, you will need to measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water pipe. Then add approximately 7 feet (2.1 meters), so the refrigerator can be moved out for cleaning.
• A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system. DO NOT use a self- piercing type shutoff valve.
• A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for connecting the water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve.
  NOTE: Water line kit number 5303917950, available from your appliance dealer at additional cost, contains 25 compression nuts, (2) ferrules/sleeves, and instructions for installing a water supply line.

To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve

1. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power supply.
2. Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket. Turn ON water supply and flush supply line until water is clear. Turn OFF water supply at shutoff valve.
3. Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap.
4. Slide brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve), onto water supply line, as shown.
5. Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go (1/4 inch). Slide ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut onto valve. Tighten another half turn with a wrench; DO NOT over tighten.
6. With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply line to rear panel of refrigerator as shown.
7. Coil excess water supply line (about 2-1/2 turns) behind refrigerator as shown and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface.
8. Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that leak and reconnect power.
9. To turn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm. (See ice maker front cover for on/off position of arm.

IMPORTANT: It takes approximately 24 hours for the ice maker to begin producing ice. Air in new plumbing lines may cause ice maker to cycle 2 or 3 times before making a full tray of ice. New plumbing may cause ice to be discolored or have poor flavor. Discard ice made during the first 24 hours

PRODUCT OVERVIEW & OPERATION

*All images in this instruction manual are for indication only; please refer to your individual unit for details

OPERATION

Setting the refrigerator temperature

• A: Set key
• 1 – warmest temperature setting
• 5 – coldest temperature setting
• 6 – Standby – (no cooling)

The first time you turn the refrigerator on, the control panel LEDs turn on for 3 seconds, the display will show the current setting (default = 3). Your refrigerator will then run continuously for several hours until it reaches the preset temperature. After your refrigerator is fully cooled, you can adjust the temperature up or down to your personal preference.
To temporarily suspend cooling in the refrigerator and freezer, press and hold the SET button for 3 seconds. The STANDBY LED turns on and cooling is turned off. Press the SET button again to cancel standby mode and resume cooling.

1. SET button: Press to change the refrigerator setting from 1 (cold to 5 (coldest).
2. LED indicators Light to show the current refrigerator setting.
3. STANDBY LED Lights to indicate when the refrigerator is in standby mode (refrigerator and freezer are turned off).

Temperature control operation

1. Initial setting of fresh compartment control panel is 3, for the freezer compartment, the initial setting is Mid position.
2. If the ambient temperature in the fresh food compartment is too cold, press the SET button to go to a lower number setting (1 or 2), the freezer compartment control knob should be placed in the COLDER position.
3. If the ambient temperature is too warm in the fresh food compartment press the SET button to a higher number (4 or 5) position, the freezer compartment control knob should be placed in Mid~ COLDER position.
   This could require many adjustments to achieve your preferred setting.

Tips: When the frozen compartment control knob is placed in COLD position, the fresh compartment will be more rapidly cooled, but if left in the COLD position for a long time, the temperature inside fresh compartment may be reduced to below freezing.

• If the refrigerator is unplugged or loses power, you must wait three to five minutes before restarting it. If you attempt to restart before this time delay, the refrigerator will not start.
• Large amounts of food will lower the cooling efficiency of the refrigerator.
• If you choose to change the thermostat setting, adjust it by one increment at a time. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize between adjustments

CLEANING

Defrosting

Auto-defrost for Frost-free Refrigerator
Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit

• Remove all the shelves and the salad bin. To remove the salad bin first remove the lower door shelf.
• Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda and then rinse with warm water using a “wrung-out” sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves and salad bin.
• Use a damp cloth to clean the exterior, and then wipe with a standard furniture polish. Make sure that the door is closed to avoid the polish getting on the magnetic door seal or inside the unit.

Cleaning Tips
Condensation may appear on the outside of the unit. This may be due to a change in room temperature. Wipe of any moisture residue. If the problem continues, please contact a qualified technician for assistance.

MAINTENANCE

Changing the Internal Light
Setting the refrigerator control to off does not remove power to the light circuit.
CAUTION: Light bulb may be hot.
To replace the LED light bulb:

1. Unplug the refrigerator.
2. The light bulb is located at the top of the refrigerator cabinet.
3. Using a screwdriver, remove the screw securing the light cover, then remove the light cover.
4. Replace the LED with a new LED, input rating: 115V AC 3.5 W.
5. Replace the light cover.
6. Plug the refrigerator back in and resume normal functioning.

Care When Handling / Moving Your Unit

Hold the unit around its sides or base when moving it. Under no circumstances should it be lifted by holding the edges of the top surface.
The refrigerator is arranged at the bottom of the condenser, be careful to keep the bottom dry, during the handling process.
Check leveling feet before moving.

Servicing

The unit should be serviced by an authorized engineer and only genuine spare parts should be used. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the unit yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunction. Contact a qualified technician.
Switching Off for Long Periods of Time
When the unit is not in use for a long period of time, disconnect it from the main power supply, empty all food and clean the appliance. leaving the door ajar to prevent from unpleasant smells.

Troubleshooting

The following simple issues can be handled by the user. Please call the after- sale service department if the issues are not settled

Inoperation| Whether the freezer is plugged and connected to power; Low voltage;
Failure power or tripping circuit
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Odor| Odorous foods should closely wrapped; Whether foods are rotten;
Whether the interior shall be cleaned.
Long-term operation of compressor| It is normal that refrigerator operates for longer time in summer when the ambient temperature is higher;
Do not put too much food in the freezer at one time; Do not put foods until they are cooled;
Frequent opening of refrigerator door.
Internal light does not shine| Whether the refrigerator is connected to power, whether the light bulb is damaged.
The refrigerator door can not be properly closed.| The freezer door is stuck by food packages; Too much food; Tilt refrigerator.
Loud noises| Whether the food is leveled, whether the refrigerator is balanced; Whether the refrigerator parts are properly placed.

Quick tips :

• The refrigerator enclosure may emit heat during operation especially in summer, this is caused by the heat radiation of the condenser, and it is a normal phenomenon.
• Condensation: condensation phenomenon will be detected on the exterior surface and door seals of the freezer when the ambient humidity is high, this is a normal phenomenon, and the condensation can be wiped away with a dry towel.
• Buzz: Buzz will be generated by running compressor especially when starting up or shutting down.
  For more information, please contact your local retailer where you purchased the product.

Warranty

REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY
Your refrigerator is protected by this warranty

| WARRANTY PERIOD| THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, WE WILL:| THE CONSUMER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY| One year from original purchase date| Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance which prove to be defective in materials or workmanship. Excludes original and replacement Ice & Water filter cartridges (if equipped). Original and replacement cartridges are warranted for 30 days (parts only).| Costs of service calls that are listed under NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER. **
In the U.S.A., your appliance is warranted by The Crosley Group. We authorize no person to change or add to any of our obligations under this warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by an authorized Crosley servicer. In Canada your appliance is warranted by Crosley Canada Corp.
NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES  OF THE CONSUMER This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items listed below:**

1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.
2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in accordance with all localplumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.
3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose connections or defects inhouse wiring.
4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves,etc., which are not part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory.
5. Damages to finish after installation.
6. **** Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).

EXCLUSIONS **This warranty does not cover the following:
** CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF

1. THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.
   NOTE: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary household use. The **** consumer shall pay for such service calls.

3. Damages caused by services performed by servicers other than Crosley Corporation, Crosley Canada Corp. or its authorized servicers; use of parts other than genuine Crosley Corporation parts, obtained from persons other than such servicers; or external; causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.

4. **** Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.

IF YOU NEED SERVICE Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the bill establishes the warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. This written warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Crosley Corporation or Crosley Canada Corp.
This warranty only applies in the 50 States of the U.S.A., in Puerto Rico, and in Canada. Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made by The Crosley Group. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Crosley Canada Corp Rev. 01/2023

FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION CONTACT :
844-CROSLEY (844-276-7539)
CrosleyCare Service
3 Sperry Rd.
Fairfield, NJ 07004
FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION
FOR CANADA CONTACT:
800-461-7700
CrosleyCare Canada
99 Bruce Crescent
Carleton Place, ON K7C 3T3, Canada
FOR PRODUCT INFORMATION CONTACT
800-356-5268
Crosley
St Louis, MO 63126
www.crosievcom
www.conseratorappliance.com

References

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