AVG ARBM150SE Bottom Mount Refrigerator User Manual

AVG ARBM150SE Bottom Mount Refrigerator

Safety and warning information

For your safety and correct usage, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including the hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to make sure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features. Save these instructions and be sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that anyone using it throughout its life, will be properly informed on its usage and safety notices.
For the safety of life and property, keep the precautions of these user’s instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by omission.

Safety for children and others who are vulnerable people

• According to EN standard
  This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced 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.

• According to IEC standard
  This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) 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 being responsible for their safety.

  • Keep all packaging away from children as there is risk of suffocation.
  • If you are discarding the appliance, pull the plug out of the socket, cut the connection cable (as close to the appliance as you can) and remove the door to prevent children playing from suffering an electric shock or from closing themselves inside it.
  • If this appliance, featuring a magnetic door seal, is to replace an older appliance having a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure to make the spring lock unusable before you discard the old appliance. This will prevent it from becoming a death trap for a child.

General safety

• WARNING —This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as

  • staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
  • farmhouses and hotels, motels and other residential-type environments;
  • bed and breakfast type environments;
  • catering and similar non-retail applications.

• WARNING — Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

• WARNING — If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• WARNING — Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

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

• WARNING — Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

• WARNING — Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

• WARNING — The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas are flammable.
  When disposing of the appliance, do so only at an authorized waste disposal centre. Do not expose to flame.

• WARNING — When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

• WARNING — Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

Replacing the illuminating lamps

• WARNING — The illuminating lamps must not be replaced by the user! If the illuminating lamps is damaged, contact the customer helpline for assistance. This warning is only for refrigerators that contain illuminating lamps.

Refrigerant
The refrigerant isobutene (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable. During transportation and installation of the appliance, ensure that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit becomes damaged.
The refrigerant (R600a) is flammable.

WARNING — Refrigerators contain refrigerant and gases in the insulation.
Refrigerants and gases must be disposed of professionally as they may cause eye injuries or ignition. Ensure that tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damage prior to proper disposal.
It is hazardous for anyone other than an Authorized Service Person to service this appliance. In Queensland, the Authorized Service Person Must hold a Gas Work Authorized for hydrocarbon refrigerants to carry out servicing or repairs which involve the removal of covers.

WARNING:
Risk of fire/flammable materials

The symbol is a warning and indicates the refrigerant and insulation-blowing gas are flammable.
If the refrigerant circuit should be damaged:

• Avoid opening flames and sources of ignition.
• Thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.

It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. Any damage to the cord may cause a short circuit, fire, and/or electric shock.

Electrical safety

1. The power cord must not be lengthened.
2. Make sure that the power plug is not crushed or damaged. A crushed or damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.
3. Make sure that you can access the main plug of the appliance.
4. Do not pull the main cable.
5. If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
6. You must not operate the appliance without the interior lighting lamp cover.
7. The fridge is only applied with a power supply of single phase alternating current of 115V/60Hz. If the fluctuation of voltage in the district of user is so large that the voltage exceeds the above scope, for safety’s sake, be sure to apply an A.C. automatic voltage regulator of more than 350W to the fridge. The fridge must be connected to a dedicated power outlet instead of a common one with other electric appliances. The electric plug must have a ground wire.

Daily use

• Do not store flammable gases or liquids in the appliance, There is a risk of an explosion.
• Do not operate any electrical appliances in the appliance (e.g. electric ice cream makers, mixers etc.).
• When unplugging always pull the plug from the main socket, do not pull on the cable.
• Do not place hot items near the plastic components of this appliance.
• Do not place food products directly against the air outlet on the rear wall.
• Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food manufacture’s instructions.
• The appliances manufactures storage recommendations should be strictly adhered to relevant instructions for storage.
• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment as it creates pressure on the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the appliance.
• Frozen food can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the freezer compartment.
• Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight.
• Keep burning candles, lamps and other items with naked flames away from the appliance so that do not set the appliance on fire.
• The appliance is intended for keeping food stuff and/or beverages in normal household as explained in this instruction booklet . You should take care when move it as the appliance is heavy.
• Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• Never use the base, drawers, doors etc. to stand on or as supports.
• Frozen food must not be refrozen once it has been thawed out.
• Do not consume ice popsicles or ice cubes straight from the freezer as this can cause freezer burn to the mouth and lips.
• To avoid items falling and causing injury or damage to the appliance, do not overload the door racks or put too much food in the crisper drawers.

Care and cleaning

• Before maintenance, switch off the appliance and disconnect the main plug from the main socket.
• Do not clean the appliance with metal objects, steam cleaner, ethereal oils, organic solvents or abrasive cleansers.
• Do use a plastic scraper instead of a sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance.

Installation

• For electrical connection carefully, follow the instructions given in this manual. Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it.
• Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report possible damages immediately to the place you bought it. In this case retain packing.
• We recommend to wait at least four hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.
• Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads to overheating. To achieve sufficient ventilation, follow the instructions relevant to installation.
• Wherever possible, the back of the product should not be too close to a wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, condenser) to prevent the risk of a fire, follow the instructions relevant to installation.
• The appliance must not be located close to radiators or cookers.
• Make sure that the main plug is accessible after the installation of the appliance.

Service

• Any electrical work required to do the servicing of the appliance should be carried out by qualified electrician or competent person.
• This product must be serviced by an authorized Service Center, and only genuine spare parts must be used.

Installing your new appliance

Before using the appliance for the first time, you should be informed of the following tips.

Warning!
For proper installation, this refrigerator must be placed on a level surface of hard material that is the same height as the rest of the flooring. This surface should be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator.
The rollers, which are not castors, should be only used for forward or backward movement. Moving the refrigerator sideways may damage your floor and the rollers.

Ventilation of appliance
In order to improve efficiency of the cooling system and save energy, it is necessary to maintain good ventilation around the appliance for the dissipation of heat. For this reason, sufficient clear space should be available around the refrigerator.

Suggest: We recommend there be at least 2 inches of space from the back of appliance to the wall, at least 3.9 inches from its top, at least 2 inches from its cabinet side, It’s necessary that to allow a clear space in front and side to allow the doors to open 130°. As shown in follow diagrams.

Note:
This appliance performs well within the ambient temperature from 50℉(10℃) to 109℉(43℃). It may not work properly if being left at a temperature above or below the indicated range for a long period. Install your appliance in a dry place to avoid high moisture.
Keep the appliance out of direct sunlight, rain or frost. Install the appliance away from heat sources such as stoves, fires or heaters.

Leveling of appliance

• For sufficient leveling and air circulating in the lower rear section of the appliance, the bottom feet may need to be adjusted. You can adjust them manually by hand or by using a spanner.
• To allow the doors to self-close, tilt the top backwards by 3/8~5/8 inches.

Reversing the door
The side at which the door opens can be changed, from the right side ( as supplied to the left side if required.
Warning! When reversing the door, the appliance must not be connected to the power outlet. Ensure that the plug is removed from the electrical socket.

Note: If required, you may lay the refrigerator on its back in order to gain access to the base, you should rest it on soft foam packaging or similar material to avoid damaging the backboard of the refrigerator. To reverse the door, follow the recommended steps.

1. Place the refrigerator upright. Open the door to take out all door racks (to avoid damage and then close the door.
   Caution!
   Please slightly squeeze the door rack from two sides toward center and inside of door rack, and then move it upward when taking out the upper rack and lower rack.

2. Remove upper hinge cover right ①from the right-top corner of cabinet. Remove the temperature sensor from the cabinet and right upper hinge cover, Install it on the upper hinge cover-left (provided in the plastic accessory bag). Unscrew the 3 screws ② which are used for fixing the upper hinge-right (see the picture below) and take down the upper hinge-right ③.

3. Remove the upper door from the middle hinge by carefully lifting the door straight up. Then place the upper door on a smooth surface with its panel upwards.

4. Remove screw ③ and take down stop block ② and stopper ①, Install replacement door stopper-left ④ and stop block-left ⑤ (provided in the plastic accessory bag) to the left side with screw ③. Keep part ① and part ② with the appliance for future reference.

5. Use the Allen key (provided in the plastic accessory bag) to unscrew the screws used to fix the middle hinge-right and remove middle hinge-right. Then remove the lower door.

6. Place the lower door on a smooth surface with its panel upwards. Unscrew screw ③ and take down part ② and part ① , Install replacement door stopper-left ④ and stop block-left ⑤ (provided in the plastic accessory bag) to the left side with screw ③. Keep part ① and part ② with the appliance for future reference.

7. Install screw hole cover-right ① (provided in the plastic accessory bag) to the right-top corner of cabinet. Remove screw hole cover-left ② from the left-top corner of cabinet with thin-blade screwdriver and Put the screw hole coverleft and upper hinge -right into the plastic accessory bag for future reference.

8. Change screw hole covers and screw on middle cover plate from left to right (as shown in figure below).

9. Lie the refrigerator backwards, Remove part ④ (right), Remove 3 self-tapping screws from the lower hinge -right. Unscrew the lower hinge-right axis then install it on the reverse hole site, and tighten into position (change it into lower hinge-left). Remove the lower hinge-left to the left-bottom corner of cabinet, Then fix it with 3 screws, finally install part ④ on the left-bottom corner and right-bottom corner of cabinet.

10. Rise the refrigerator upright and carefully insert the lower door onto the lower hinge-left pin and hold it in position. Install middle hinge-left (provided in the plastic accessory bag) and ensure the lower door is in place.

11. Carefully insert the upper door onto the middle hinge pin and hold in position. Move the upper door to an appropriate position, adjust the upper hinge-left (provided in the plastic accessory bag) and then fit the hinge pin into the hinge hole at the top of the upper door to secure it in place. Then fix the upper hinge part with screws (Please carefully hold the upper door when installing)

12. Install the temperature sensor part on the upper hinge cover-left (provided in the plastic accessory bag). Assemble the upper hinge cover left to match the hinge. Install the door racks to original position. Keep the upper hinge cover right with the appliance for future reference.

Description of the appliance

1. Display panel
2. Cabinet
3. Air flow duct
4. Glass shelf
5. Crisper cover
6. Fruit&Vegetable Crisper
7. Twist ice tray
8. Upper Freezer drawer
9. Storage ice box
10. Middle freezer drawer
11. Lower freezer drawer
12. Adjustable bottom feet
13. Fridge door
14. Upper rack
15. Small rack
16. Lower rack
17. Fridge gasket
18. Freezer door
19. Freezer gasket

Note!

• Due to unceasing modification of our products, your refrigerator may be slightly different from this instruction manual, but its functions and using methods remain the same.
• To get the best energy efficiency of this product, place all shelves, drawers and baskets in their original position as the illustration above.

Display Controls

Use your appliance according to the following control regulations, your appliance has the corresponding functions and modes as the display panels showed in the pictures below. When the appliance is powered on for the first time, the backlighting of the icons on display panel starts working. If no buttons have been pressed and the doors are closed, the backlighting will turn off.

A. Power lcon
B. Power Control
C. Fridge Compartment
D. Temp Icon
E. Freezer Compartment Temp lcon
F. Zone Choice
G. Fahrenheit/Celsius Indicator
H. Temperature lcon
I. Temp and °F/°C Conversion Control
J. Super Cool lcon
K. Energy saving lcon
L. Super Freeze lcon
M. Mode Control

Controlling the temperature
We recommend that when you start your refrigerator for the first time, the temperature for the refrigerator is set to 39℉(4°C) and the freezer to 0℉(-18°C).
If you want to change the temperature, follow the instructions below.

Caution! When you set a temperature, you set an average temperature for the whole refrigerator cabinet. Temperatures inside each compartment may vary from the temperature displayed on the panel, depending on how much food you store and where you place them. Ambient temperature may also affect the actual temperature inside the appliance.

1. ℉/℃
   To toggle between Celsius and Fahrenheit on the display, press and hold the TEMP. for three seconds.

2. Refrigerator (Fridge) Compartment Temperature

3. Press ZONE repeatedly until the Fridge icon appears.

4. When Fridge is on, is illuminated and then press TEMP. repeatedly to cycle through the available temperature settings.
   NOTE: Each pressing of the button advances the setting by one degree.
   If you have set the temperature type to Fahrenheit, the temperature settings cycle from 46℉ to 36℉.

If you have set the temperature type to Celsius, the temperature settings cycle from 8℃ to 2℃.

3. Release the TEMP. when the desired temperature setting appears.

3. Freezer Compartment Temperature
4. Press ZONE repeatedly until the Freezer icon appears.
5. When Freezer is on, is illuminated and then press TEMP. repeatedly to cycle through the available temperature settings.
   NOTE: Each pressing of the button advances the setting by one degree. If you have set the temperature type to Fahrenheit, the temperature settings cycle from 7℉ to -11℉.

If you have set the temperature type to Celsius, the temperature settings cycle from -14℃ to -24℃.

3. Release the TEMP. when the desired temperature setting appears.

4. Super Cool
   The Super Cool feature helps to keep food stored in the refrigerator at the set temperature during periods of high usage, large grocery loads, or temporarily warm room temperatures. The Super Cool feature lowers the temperature in the fridge compartment to 36℉(2℃) to cool food faster.

5. Press MODE repeatedly until the Super Cool icon appears.
   NOTE: When Super Cool is on, is illuminated and 36℉(2℃) appears in the temperature display.

6. Press MODE or adjust fridge compartment temperature according to the step 2 to turn off Super Cool manually and the fridge temperature will return to the previous temperature setting.
   NOTE: Super Cool will automatically turn off after 3 hours, and the fridge will return to the previous temperature setting.

7. Energy saving

8. Press MODE repeatedly until the Energy saving icon appears.
   NOTE: When Energy saving is on, is illuminated and the appliance temperature is automatically set at the following temperatures:

  * Fridge compartment: 43°F(6°C)
  * Freezer compartment: 1°F(-17°C)
2. Press MODE or TEMP. to adjust fridge or freezer compartment temperature according to the step 2 or step 3 to turn off Energy saving manually.

6. Super Freeze
   The Super Freeze feature helps to keep the food stored in the freezer at the set temperature during periods of high usage, large grocery loads, or temporarily warm room temperatures. The Super Freeze feature lowers the temperature in the freezer compartment to -11°F(-24°C) for freezing food faster.

7. Press MODE repeatedly until the Super Freeze icon appears.
   NOTE: When Super Freeze is on, is illuminated and -11°F(-24°C) appears in the temperature display.

8. Press MODE or adjust freezer compartment temperature according to the step 3 to turn off Super Freeze manually and the freezer temperature will return to the previous temperature setting.
   NOTE
   Super Freeze will automatically turn off after 52 hours, and the freezer will return to the previous temperature setting. When you select the Super Freeze function, ensure there are no bottled or canned drinks (especially carbonated drinks) in the freezer compartment. Bottles and cans may explode.

9. Door Open Alarm
   If the fridge door is opened for longer than 2 minutes, the control panel will display “dr”, and the buzzer will sound 3 times every minute for 8 minutes.

   • To turn off the alarm, close the fridge door completely.

10. POWER
    Press and Hold 3 seconds on POWER to turn the power function on or off. When the Power function is on, is illuminated and “OF” appears in the temperature display.
    NOTE: When the power function is on, the refrigerator is stopped cooling.

11. Demo mode

    • Demo Mode only apply to store displaying.

    • Under the Demo Mode, the light and the display operation are same with normal mode, but the refrigerator is not cooling.

    • Under the Demo Mode, if you open the door or no keys operation for 30 seconds with the door opened, the temperature control panel will show as follow from A to F.

    • To exit Demo mode, press MODE and POWER at the same time for 3 seconds, than you can see the whole control panel is illuminated for 1 second.

NOTE: The Demo Mode stays on even if the refrigerator power is off. If you enter this mode unintentionally, you should exit it as soon as possible, because under Demo Mode, the refrigerator is not cooling, which will cause your food to go bad.

Using your appliance

Your appliance come with the accessories showed in the Description of the appliance section. We recommend that you read through it before using the appliance.

Door rack
It is designed for the storage of canned liquid, bottled drinks and packed food, etc.
Do not place too many heavy things in the racks.

Shelf in Refrigerator chamber

1. Shelves in refrigerator chamber can be taken out to be cleaned.
2. The crisper is designed for storage of vegetables and fruits, etc.

To bring out the crisper, tip it up, then you can take it out.
Use the opposite sequence to position the crisper correctly .

Freezer chamber
The freezer chamber is designed for storage of foods required to be frozen.

Caution! Never close the freezer door while the drawers, installation bracket, ice tray are extended. It may damage the unit.
Ensure that drink bottles are not left in the freezer for a longer time than needed as freezing liquid may cause the bottle to break.

Twistable ice tray
Twistable ice tray produce and store abundant ice cubes.

1. Pull out the twistable ice tray from the installation bracket.
2. Fill with drinking water below the maximum level mark.
3. Place the filled ice tray back to bracket.
4. Wait for around 3 hours, twist the knobs clockwise and the ice will drop into the ice box below.

Cleaning and care

For hygienic reasons the appliance (including exterior and interior accessories) should be cleaned regularly (at least every two months.

Warning!
The appliance must not be connected to the main outlet during cleaning as there is a danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the main socket.

Exterior cleaning

Wipe the control panel with a clean, soft cloth.

• Spray water onto the cleaning cloth instead of spraying directly on the surface of the appliance. This helps ensure an even distribution of moisture to the surface.
• Clean the doors, handles and cabinet surfaces with a mild detergent and then wiped dry with a soft cloth.

Caution!

• Don’t use sharp objects as they are likely to scratch the surface.
• Don’t use thinner, car detergent, Clorox, ethereal oil, abrasive cleansers or organic solvent such as Benzene for cleaning.
  They may damage the surface of the appliance and may cause fire.

Interior cleaning

You should clean the appliance interior regularly. It will be easier to clean when food stocks are low. Wipe the inside of the fridge freezer with a weak solution of bicarbonate of soda, and then rinse with warm water using a wrung- out sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves and baskets. Thoroughly dry all surfaces and removable parts before putting them back into place.

Although this appliance automatically defrosts, a layer of frost may occur on the freezer compartment’s interior walls if the freezer door is opened frequently or kept open too long. If the frost is too thick, choose a time when the freezer is nearly empty and proceed as follow:

1. Remove existing food and accessories baskets, unplug the appliance from the main power and leave the doors open.
   Ventilate the room thoroughly to accelerate the process.

2. When defrosting is completed, clean your freezer as described above.

Caution!
Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the freezer compartment. Only after the interior is completely dry should the appliance be switched back on and plugged back into the main socket.
Door seals cleaning
Make sure to keep door seals clean. Sticky food and drinks can cause seals to stick to the cabinet and tear when you open the door. Wash seal with a mild detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry it thoroughly after cleaning.

Caution! Only after the door seals are completely dry should the appliance be powered on.

Replacing the LED light:

Warning:
The LED light should be replaced by a professional. If the LED light is damaged, contact the customer helpline for assistance. To replace the LED light, the below steps can be followed:

1. Unplug your appliance.
2. Push the 3 buttons are located the back of control display part with a Thinblade screwdriver, and then pull it downward.
3. Hold the control display part with one hand and pull it with the other hand while pressing the connector latch.
4. Replace LED light and snap it correctly in place.

Helpful hints and tips

Energy saving tips
We recommend that you follow the tips below to save energy.

• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods in order to conserve energy. Ensure the appliance is away from any sources of heat (Direct sunlight, electric oven or cooker etc.)
• Don‘t set the temperature colder than necessary.
• Don’t store warm food or evaporating liquid in the appliance.
• Place the appliance in a well ventilated, humidity free, room. Please refer to Installing your new appliance chapter.
• If the diagram shows the correct combination for the drawers, crisper and shelves, do not adjust the combination as this is designed to be the most energy efficient configuration.

Hints for fresh food refrigeration

• Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator or freezer, the internal temperature will increase resulting in the compressor having to work harder and will consume more energy.
• Do cover or wrap the food particularly if it has a strong flavor.
• Place food properly so that air can circulate freely around it.

Hints for refrigeration

• Meat (All Types) Wrap in polythene food:
  Wrap and place on the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer. Always follow food storage times and use by dates suggested by manufacturers.

• Cooked food, cold dishes, etc.:
  They should be covered and may be placed on any shelf.

• Fruit and vegetables:
  They should be stored in the special drawer provided.

• Butter and cheese:
  Should be wrapped in airtight foil or plastic film wrap.

• Milk bottles:
  Should have a lid and be stored in the door racks.

Hints for freezing

• When first starting-up or after a period out of use, let the appliance run at least 2 hours on the higher settings before putting food in the compartment.
• Prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make it possible to subsequently thaw only the quantity required.
• Wrap up the food in aluminum foil or polyethylene food wraps which are airtight,
• Do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch the food which is already frozen to avoid temperature rise of the latter.
• Iced products, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, will probably cause frost burns to the skin.
• It is recommended to label and date each frozen package in order to keep track of the storage time.

Hints for the storage of frozen food

• Ensure that frozen food has been stored correctly by the food retailer
• Once defrosted, food will deteriorate rapidly and should not be re-frozen.
• Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food manufacturer.

Switching off your appliance
If the appliance needs to be switched off for an extended period, the following steps should be taken prevent it to go mouldy.

1. Remove all food.
2. Remove the power plug from the main socket.
3. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
4. Ensure that all the doors are wedged open slightly to allow air to circulate.

Troubleshooting

If you experience a problem with your appliance or are concerned that the appliance is not functioning correctly, you can carry out some easy checks before calling for service, please see below.

Warning! Don’t try to repair the appliance yourself. If the problem persists after you have made the checks mentioned below, contact a qualified electrician, authorized service engineer or the shop where you purchased the product.

Appliance is not working correctly

| Check whether the power cord is plugged into the power outlet properly.
Check whether the “Power” function is on by pressing the “power” button for 1 second.
Check the fuse or circuit of your power supply, replace if necessary.
It is normal that the freezer is not operating during the defrost cycle, or for a short time after the appliance is switched on to protect the compressor.
Odours from the compartments| The interior may need to be cleaned
Some food, containers or wrapping cause odours.

Noise from the appliance

| The sounds below are quite normal:

•  Compressor running noises.

•  Air movement noise from the small fan motor in the freezer compartment or other compartments.

•  Gurgling sound similar to water boiling.

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•  Popping noise during automatic defrosting.

•  Clicking noise before the compressor starts.

Other unusual noises are due to the reasons below and may need you to check and take action:

•  The cabinet is not level.

•  The back of appliance touches the wall.

•  Bottles or containers fallen or rolling.

The motor runs continuously

| It is normal to frequently hear the sound of the motor, it will need to run more when in following circumstances:

•  Temperature setting is set colder than necessary

•  Large quantity of warm food has recently been stored within the appliance.

•  The temperature outside the appliance is too high.

•  Doors are kept open too long or too often.

•  After your installing the appliance or it has been switched off

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for a long time.

A layer of frost occurs in the compartment

| Check that the air outlets are not blocked by food and ensure food is placed within the appliance to allow sufficient ventilation. Ensure that door is fully closed. To remove the

frost, please refer to the“Cleaning and care” chapter.

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Temperature inside is too warm

| You may have left the doors open too long or too frequently; or the doors are kept open by some obstacle; or the appliance is located with insufficient clearance at the sides, back and top
Temperature inside is too cold| Increase the temperature by following the “Display controls” chapter.

Doors can’t be closed easily

| Check whether the top of the refrigerator is tilted back by

3/8~5/8 inches to allow the doors to self close, or if something inside is preventing the doors from closing.

Disposal of the appliance

It is prohibited to dispose of this appliance as household waste.

Packaging materials
Packaging materials with the recycle symbol are recyclable. Dispose of the packaging into a suitable waste collection container to recycle it.

Before disposal of the appliance

1. Pull out the mains plug from the main socket.
2. Cut off the power cord and discard with the main plug

Warning! Refrigerators contain refrigerant and gases in the insulation. Refrigerant and gases must be disposed of professionally as they may cause eye injuries or ignition.
Ensure that tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damage prior to proper disposal.

Correct Disposal of this produce

This symbol on the product or in its packing indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead, it should be taken to the appropriate waste collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by the inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local council your household waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product.

To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions

• Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant in crease of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
• Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.
• Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.
• Two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice cream and making ice cubes.
• One-, two- and three- star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.

1

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Fridge

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+2~+8

| Eggs, cooked food, packaged food, fruits and vegetables, dairy products, cakes, Drinks and other foods which are not suitable for freezing.

2

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(**)-Freezer

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≤-18

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| Seafood(fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products(recommended time is 3 months – nutrition values and taste decrease with time), suitable for frozen fresh food.

3

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***-Freezer

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≤-18

| Seafood(fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products(recommended time is 3 months – nutrition values and taste decrease with time). Not suitable for freezing fresh food.

4

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**-Freezer

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≤-12

| Seafood(fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products(recommended time is 2 months – nutrition values and taste decrease with time). Not suitable for freezing fresh food.

5

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*-Freezer

|

≤-6

| Seafood(fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products(recommended time is 1 month – nutrition values and taste decrease with time). Not suitable for freezing fresh food.

6

|

0-star

|

-6~0

| Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, some packaged              processed foods, etc.(Recommended to eat within the same day, preferably not later than 3 days).

7

|

Chill

|

-2~+3

| Fresh/frozen   pork,    beef,    fish,                        chicken, freshwater  aquatic products,  etc.(7 days

below 0°C and above 0°C is recommended

| | | for consumption within that day, preferably no more than 2 days). Seafood(less than 0 for 15 days, it is not recommended to store

above 0°C).

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8

|

Fresh Food

|

0~+4

| Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, cooked food, etc.(Recommended to eat within the same

day, preferably no more than 3 days).

9| Wine| +5~+20| red wine, white wine, sparkling wine etc.

Note: please store different foods according to the compartments or target storage temperature of your purchased products.

• If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.

WARNING! Food needs to be packed in bags before putting into the refrigerator, and liquids need to be packed in bottles or capped containers to avoid the problem that the product design structure is not easy to clean.

AVG LIMITED WARRANTY

GENERAL PARTS AND LABOR WARRANTY
AVG refrigerators are manufactured to provide outstanding value, and your complete satisfaction is our goal. Therefore, all AVG units carry a two (2) year limited warranty on both parts and labor.AVG warrants for two (2) years, to the purchaser of every new unit, the cabinet and all parts thereof, to be free from defects in material or workmanship, under normal and proper use and maintenance service as specified by AVG and upon proper installation and start-up in accordance with the instruction manual supplied with the AVG unit.
AVG’s obligation under this warranty is limited to a period of 24 months from the delivery date.Any parts covered under this warranty that are determined by AVG to have been defective, within the above said period, are limited to the repair or replacement, including labor charges, of defective parts or assemblies.

EXCLUSIONS

This warranty does not cover the following:

• Product with original serial numbers that have been removed altered or cannot be readily determined.
• Product that have been removed outside of Canada.
• Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.
• Economic loss profit loss; or special, direct, indirect, or consequential damages, including without limitation, losses or damages arising from food or product spoilage claims whether or not on account of refrigeration failure.
• Products used commercially
• Service Calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not in ordinary
• household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
• Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which arenot a part of the appliance.
• Service Calls to repair or replace appliance consumables, or knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.
• Pickup and delivery costs; your appliance will be repaired at home.
• Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during transportation or installation, including but not limited tofloors, cabinets, walls, etc.
• Alterations/Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized Service Centers; use of parts other than genuine parts or partsobtained from persons other than authorized Service Centers; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.
• Repair or replacement of failed or damaged components resulting from electrical power failure, the use of extension cords, low voltage, or voltage drops to the unit.

ADDITIONAL COMPRESSOR WARRANTY

In addition to the 2 YEAR warranty period stated above, AVG warrants its hermetically sealed compressor to be free from defects in both material and workmanship, under normal and proper use and maintenance, for a period an additional 36 months. (a total of 5 years on hermetically sealed compressor)
Compressors determined by AVG to have been defective within this extended time period will, at AVG’s option, be either repaired or replaced with a compressor or compressor parts of similar design and capacity.
The above said extended compressor warranty applies only to hermetically sealed parts of the compressor and DOES NOT apply to any other parts or components, including, but not limited to, cabinet, paint finish, temperature control, refrigerant, metering device, motor starting equipment, fan assembly, or any other electrical component, etc.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

AVG’S SOLE OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO EITHER REPAIR OR SUPPLY REPLACEMENT PARTS, AND IS SUBJECT TO THE ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS BELOW. THIS WARRANTY NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON TO ASSUME OBLIGATIONS OTHER THAN THOSE EXPRESSLY COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY.
THE CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE REPAIR ORREPLACEMENTS AS PROVIDED HERE. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OFMERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTESTPERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, EXCEPT THOSE LESS THAN ONE YEAR.
AVG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH ASPROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITEDWARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OFINCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SOTHESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFICLEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.

WARRANTY CLAIMS
For details on specific warranty issues and/or claims please contact our Service department:
Tel: 450.963.1303 / Toll free: 1.888.651.2534(Monday to Friday from 8h30 to 16H30 EST)
Fax: 450.963.1416
Email: customer@agintl.qc.ca
Note that all claims should include model number of the unit, the serial number of the unit, proof of purchase, date of installation, and all pertinent information supporting the existence of the alleged defect.

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