Keystone Refrigerator KSTRC312AW User Manual

DOUBLE DOOR COMPACT REFRIGERATOR  
User Manual  
MODEL:KSTRC312AW  
 
SERIAL/MODEL #’S - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Read and Save These Instructions  
This Owner’s Guide provides specific operating  
WARNING  
instructions for your model. Use your refrigerator only  
Please read all instructions before using this  
as instructed in this guide. These instructions are not  
refrigerator.  
meant to cover every possible condition and situation  
that may occur. Common sense and caution must be  
practiced when installing, operating, and maintaining any  
appliance.  
Definitions  
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert  
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety  
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury  
or death.  
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers  
Record the model and serial numbers in the space  
provided below. The serial plate is located on the upper  
left wall inside the refrigerator.  
DANGER  
Model Number:  
Serial Number:  
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation  
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious  
injury.  
Purchase Date:  
WARNING  
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation  
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious  
injury.  
CAUTION  
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation  
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate  
injury.  
IMPORTANT  
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or  
maintenance information which is important but not  
hazard-related.  
WARNING  
For Your Safety  
Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable  
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other  
appliance. Read product labels for flammability and  
other warnings.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Child Safety  
Electrical Information  
The refrigerator must be plugged into its  
own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., 15 Amp,  
AC only electrical outlet. The power cord of  
the appliance is equipped with a three-prong  
grounding plug for your protection against  
electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged  
directly into a properly grounded three prong  
receptacle. The receptacle must be installed in  
accordance with local codes and ordinances.  
Consult a qualified electrician. Avoid connecting  
refrigerator to a Ground Fault Interruptor (GFI)  
circuit. Do not use an extension cord or  
adapter plug.  
Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior  
wrapping material immediately after the  
Refrigerator is unpacked. Children should never use  
these items to play. Cartons covered with rugs,  
bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may  
become airtight chambers, and can quickly cause  
suffocation.  
Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can  
cause severe cuts, and destroy finishes if they  
come in contact with other appliances or furniture.  
An empty, discarded refrigerator is a very  
dangerous attraction to children.  
If the power cord is damaged, it should be  
replaced by an authorized service technician to  
prevent any risk.  
Remove the door(s) of any appliance that is not in  
use, even if it is being discarded.  
Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the  
power cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and  
pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent  
damaging the power cord.  
WARNING  
Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator  
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before  
replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock.  
Risk of child entrapment  
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of  
the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still  
dangerous – even if they will sit for “just a few days.  
If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please  
follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.  
Performance may be affected if the voltage varies  
by 10% or more. Operating the Refrigerator with  
insufficient power can damage the compressor.  
Such damage is not covered under your warranty.  
Do not plug the unit into an electrical outlet  
controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent  
the Refrigerator from being turned off accidentally.  
We strongly encourage responsible appliance recycling/  
disposal methods. Check with your utility company or  
on recycling your old Refrigerator.  
Before you throw away your old refrigerator:  
Remove doors.  
Leave shelves in place so children may not easily  
climb inside.  
Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service  
technician.  
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INSTALLATION  
ENERGY SAVING TIPS  
This Use & Care Guide provides general operating  
instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as  
instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before starting the  
refrigerator, follow these important first steps.  
Cleaning  
Wash any removable parts of the rrefrigerator  
interior, and exterior with mild detergent and warm  
water. Wipe dry. Do not use harsh cleaners on these  
surfaces.  
Location  
Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments,  
which can scratch the appliance surface when  
removing adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tape  
can be removed with a mixture of warm water and  
mild detergent, or touch the residue with the sticky  
side of tape already removed. Do not remove the  
serial plate.  
Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical  
outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter  
plug.  
For the most efficient operation, the refrigerator  
should be located where surrounding temperatures  
will not drop below 10° F (-12° C) or exceed 110°  
F (43° C). The Freeze Control Feature is designed  
to automatically maintain the selected interior  
refrigerator temperature within these boundaries.  
CAUTION  
Allow space around the unit for good air circulation.  
Leave a 4 inch (101.6 mm) space on the back and 3  
inches (76.2 mm) on the sides and back of the  
refrigerator for adequate circulation.  
To allow door to close and seal properly, DO NOT let  
food packages extend past the front of shelves.  
NOTE  
The exterior walls of the refrigerator may become quite  
warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from  
the inside. Temperatures as much as 30° F warmer  
than room temperature can be expected. For this  
reason it is particularly important in hotter climates  
to allow enough space for air circulation around your  
refrigerator.  
Leveling  
ENERGY SAVING TIPS  
The refrigerator must have all bottom corners resting  
firmly on solid floor. The floor must be strong enough  
to support a fully loaded refrigerator. NOTE: It is Very  
Important for your refrigerator to be level in order to  
function properly. If the refrigerator is not leveled during  
installation, the door may be misaligned and not close  
or seal properly, causing cooling, frost, or moisture  
problems.  
Install the refrigerator in the coolest part of a dry  
and ventilated room, out of direct sunlight and away  
from heating ducts or registers. Do not place the  
refrigerator next to heat-producing appliances such  
as a range, oven or dishwasher.  
Level the refrigerator so the door close tightly.  
To Level Your Refrigerator:  
Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air  
vents. Doing so causes the refrigerator to run longer  
and use more energy. Shelves should not be lined  
with aluminum foil, wax paper or paper toweling.  
Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the  
Refrigerator less efficient.  
After removing all interior and exterior packaging materials,  
use a carpenter’s level to level the refrigerator from front to  
back. Adjust the plastic leveling feet in front, ½ bubble higher,  
so that the door closes easily when left halfway open.  
Wipe bottles and containers dry before placing them  
in the refrigerator. This cuts down on moisture build-  
up inside the unit.  
Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings.  
Remove as many items as needed at one time and  
close the door as soon as possible.  
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TEMPERATURE CONTROLS  
Cool Down Period  
For best performance, allow 4 hours for the refrigerator  
to cool down completely. The refrigerator will run  
continuously for the first several hours.  
Temperature Control  
The thermostat for the refrigerator and freezer is located  
at the upper right hand corner of the refrigerator compartment.  
The first time you turn the unit on ,adjust the temperature  
control knob to 3 and give your refrigerator time to  
cool down completely before adding food;  
a full 24 hours is recommended .  
After it is fully cooled , test it and adjust towards 1  
to make less cool or towards 6 to cool more  
to best suit your needs .  
However ,the setting of 3 should be appropriate  
for home or office refrigerator use.  
Note : Turning the temperature control knob to the OFF  
position will top the cooling cycle but does not shut off power to the unit.  
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CARE AND CLEANING  
3. After defrosting is complete, empty and wipe  
down the drip tray, as well as the interior of the  
refrigerator. You may now reset the refrigerator to  
the desired temperature and put the food back in.  
Adjustable Interior Shelves  
Multi-position adjustable interior shelves can be moved  
to any position for larger or smaller bottles. The shipping  
spacers that stabilize the shelves for shipping should be  
removed and discarded.  
Cleaning the Inside  
Slide-Out Crisper (Some Models)  
Wash inside surfaces of the refrigerator with a solution  
of two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart (1.136  
litres) warm water. Rinse and dry. Wring excess water out  
of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the area of the  
controls, or any electrical parts.  
A Slide-Out Basket (some models) located at the bottom  
of the refrigerator, provides separate storage space for  
items that are difficult to store on refrigerator shelves. T  
remove the basket, pull out and lift up.  
Automatic Freeze Control (Some Models)  
Wash the removable parts with the baking soda solution  
mentioned above, or mild detergent and warm water.  
Rinse and dry. Never use metallic scouring pads,  
brushes, abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any  
surface. Do not wash removable parts in a dishwasher.  
The Freeze Control Feature will maintain proper interior  
refrigerator temperature even when the refrigerator is  
placed in an area where the surrounding temperature  
drops down to 10° F (-12° C).  
Interior Light (Some models)  
Cleaning the Outside  
The light comes on automatically when the door is  
opened. To replace the light bulb, turn the temperature  
control to OFF and unplug the electrical cord. Replace the  
old bulb with a bulb of the same wattage.  
Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid  
detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft  
cloth.  
Defrosting Your Refrigerator  
1. To defrost the refrigerator, remove all food and  
WARNING  
If leaving the refrigerator door open while on vacation,  
make certain that children cannot get into the Refrigerator  
and become entrapped.  
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objects from the refrigerator. Ensure the drip pan is  
in place under the freezer compartment. Unplug the  
unit and ensure the cord is in safe dry location. The  
defrost process may take a few hours. To speed up  
the defrost time, keep the door open and place a  
bowl of warm water in the refrigerator. Never use  
sharp objects to remove the frost.  
Vacation and Moving Tips  
Vacations:  
If the refrigerator will not be used for several months:  
2. During the defrost cycle, water will accumulate in  
the drip tray. The drip tray may need to be emptied  
during the defrost cycle. Do not leave unattended.  
Remove all food and unplug the power cord.  
Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.  
Leave the refrigerator door open slightly, blocking it  
open if necessary, to prevent odor and mold growth.  
Moving: When moving the refrigerator, follow these  
guidelines to prevent damage:  
Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.  
Remove food and clean the refrigerator.  
Secure all loose items by taping them securely in  
place to prevent damage.  
In a moving vehicle, secure the refrigerator in an  
upright position to prevent movement. Also, protect  
the outside of the refrigerator with a blanket or  
similar item.  
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BEFORE YOU CALL  
PROBLEM  
REFRIGERATOR OPERATION  
CAUSE  
CORRECTION  
Refrigerator does not  
run.  
Refrigerator is plugged into a  
circuit that has a ground fault  
interrupt.  
Use another circuit. If you are unsure about the outlet,  
have it checked by a certified technician.  
Temperature control is in the  
OFF position.  
Refrigerator may not be  
plugged in, or plug may be  
loose.  
See Setting the Temperature Control section.  
Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.  
House fuse blown or tripped  
circuit breaker.  
Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Reset  
circuit breaker.  
Power outage.  
Check house lights. Call local Electric Company.  
Refrigerator runs too  
much or too long.  
Room or outside weather is  
hot.  
It’s normal for the Refrigerator to work harder under these  
conditions.  
Refrigerator has recently been  
disconnected for a period of  
time.  
It takes 4 hours for the Refrigerator to cool down  
completely.  
Large amounts of warm or hot  
food has been stored recently.  
Door is opened too frequently  
or too long.  
Refrigerator door may be  
slightly open.  
Temperature control is set too  
low.  
Refrigerator gasket is dirty,  
worn, cracked, or poorly fitted.  
Warm food will cause Refrigerator to run more until the  
desired temperature is reached.  
Warm air entering the Refrigerator causes it to run more.  
Open doors less often.  
See “DOOR PROBLEMS” section.  
Turn control knob to a warmer setting. Allow several hours  
for the temperature to stabilize.  
Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause  
Refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired  
temperature.  
Interior Refrigerator  
temperature is too  
cold.  
Temperature control is set too  
low.  
Turn the control to a warmer setting. Allow several hours  
for the temperature to stabilize.  
Interior Refrigerator  
temperature is too  
warm.  
Temperature contril is set too  
warm.  
Door is opened too frequently  
or too long.  
Door may not be seating  
properly.  
Large amounts of warm or hot  
food has been stored recently.  
Refrigerator has recently been  
disconnected for a period of  
time.  
Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several hours for the  
temperature to stabilize.  
Warm air entering the Refrigerator causes it to run more.  
Open doors less often.  
See “DOOR PROBLEMS” section.  
Warm food will cause Refrigerator to run more until the  
desired temperature is reached.  
It takes 4 hours for the Refrigerator to cool down  
completely.  
Refrigerator external  
surface temperature is  
warm.  
The external Refrigerator walls  
can be as much as 30°F warm-  
er than room temperature.  
This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heat  
from inside the Refrigerator cabinet.  
SOUND AND NOISE  
Louder sound levels  
when Refrigerator is  
on.  
Modern refrigerators have  
increased storage capacity and  
more stable temperatures.  
They require a high efficiency  
compressor  
This is normal. When the surrounding noise level is low,  
you might hear the compressor running while it cools the  
interior.  
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BEFORE YOU CALL (continued)  
PROBLEM  
SOUND AND NOISE (continued)  
CAUSE  
CORRECTION  
Longer sound levels  
when compressor  
comes on.  
Refrigerator operates at higher  
pressures during the start of the  
ON cycle.  
This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as Refrig-  
erator continues to run.  
Fan runs when room  
temperature is below  
45°.  
Exterior thermostat has acti-  
vated the heater or fan.  
This is normal.  
Popping or cracking  
sound when compres-  
sor comes on.  
Metal parts undergo expansion  
and contraction, as in hot water  
pipes.  
This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as Refrig-  
erator continues to run.  
Boiling or gurgling  
sound, like water boil-  
ing.  
Refrigerant (used to cool  
Refrigerator) is circulating  
throughout the system.  
This is normal.  
Vibrating or rattling  
noise.  
Refrigerator is not level. It  
rocks on the floor when it is  
moved slightly.  
Level the unit. Refer to leveling instructions in the  
“Installation” section.  
Snapping sound.  
Cold control turning the Refrig-  
erator OFF and ON.  
This is normal.  
WATER/MOISTURE/FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR  
Moisture forms on  
inside of Refrigerator  
walls.  
Weather is hot and humid.  
Door may not be seating  
properly.  
Door is kept open too long, or  
opened too frequently.  
This is normal.  
See “DOOR PROBLEMS” section.  
Open the door less often.  
WATER/MOISTURE/FROST OUTSIDE REFRIGERATOR  
Moisture forms on out-  
side of Refrigerator.  
Door may not be seating prop-  
erly, causing the cold air from  
inside the Refrigerator to meet  
warm moist air from outside.  
See “DOOR PROBLEMS” section.  
ODOR IN REFRIGERATOR  
Odors in Refrigerator.  
DOOR PROBLEMS  
Interior needs to be cleaned.  
Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and baking soda.  
Door will not close.  
Refrigerator is not level. It  
rocks on the floor when it is  
moved slightly.  
This condition may force the cabinet out of square and  
misalign the door. Refer to “Leveling’ in the “Installation”  
section.  
LIGHT BULB IS NOT ON  
Light bulb is not on.  
Light bulb is burnt out.  
Follow instructions under “Interior Light” in the  
FEATURES” section.  
See “Installation” section.  
No electric current is reaching  
the Refrigerator.  
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