USER GUIDE 4.3 Cubic Foot Compact Refrigerator NS-CF43SS9 Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Grounding requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3 Cubic Foot Compact Refrigerator Important Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within your compact refrigerator. This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying your compact refrigerator. WARNING 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings.
NS-CF43SS9 18 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the appliance has been damaged in any way, such as the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the appliance, the appliance has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
4.3 Cubic Foot Compact Refrigerator 13 Do not store or use gasoline or any flammable liquids inside or in the vicinity of this refrigerator. 14 Do not use extension cords or ungrounded (two prong) adapters with this appliance. If the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician install an outlet near the appliance. Use of an extension cord can negatively affect the refrigerator’s performance. Grounding requirement This appliance must be grounded.
NS-CF43SS9 Main components Freezer shelf Freezer door Ice tray (not shown) Thermostat/controls Interior light switch Adjustable shelves Refrigerator door Crisper Leveling foot 6 www.insigniaproducts.
4.3 Cubic Foot Compact Refrigerator Dimensions 19.1 in. (48.5 cm) 37.4 in. (94.9 cm) 43.4 in. (110.3 cm) 20.5 in. (52 cm) Preparing to install your refrigerator Before using your refrigerator • Remove the exterior and interior packing. • Let the refrigerator stand upright for approximately four hours before connecting it to power. This reduces the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from improper handling during transportation.
NS-CF43SS9 • Avoid locating the refrigerator in moist areas. • This refrigerator can be placed on carpet, but care should be taken not to damage the carpet when moving the refrigerator. • This refrigerator can be placed in a garage, as long as the ambient temperature in the garage is not below 50°F (10°C) or above 85°F (29.4°C). Leveling your refrigerator • It is very important for the refrigerator to be level in order to function properly.
4.3 Cubic Foot Compact Refrigerator Setting the thermostat 1 2 The first time you turn the refrigerator on, adjust the thermostat to “7” and run for at least two hours before putting food in. After it is fully cooled, test it and adjust towards “4” to make less cool, to best suit your needs. The “4” setting should be appropriate for home or office refrigerator use. NOTES: • Turning the thermostat to the “0” position stops the cooling cycle but does not shut off the power to the refrigerator.
NS-CF43SS9 Defrosting your refrigerator This refrigerator is not designed to defrost automatically. In order to prevent damage to the interior liner of the refrigerator from excessive frost build-up, defrost the refrigerator every three months or when ice or frost is approximately ¼” thick inside the freezer compartment. 1 Set the thermostat to “0”, then remove all contents from the freezer compartment. 2 Leave the freezer door open to allow accumulated ice and frost to melt.
4.3 Cubic Foot Compact Refrigerator 3 Remove the screw hole covers from the top left side of your refrigerator. Screw Door hinge cover Screws (2) Top hinge Freezer door Pivot pin Screw 4 5 Remove the screw holding the pivot pin on the bottom left side of the freezer door, then remove the pivot pin. Remove the two screws holding the middle hinge to the refrigerator body, then remove the hinge. Middle hinge Screws (2) 6 7 8 Pull the refrigerator door upwards and remove it from the refrigerator.
NS-CF43SS9 9 Remove the two screws holding the bottom hinge on the refrigerator and remove the hinge. Bottom hinge Screws (2) Baffle block Leveling feet 10 Remove the baffle block from the bottom-left side of the door. Reinstalling the doors 1 2 3 Install the baffle block on the bottom-right side of the door. Install the bottom hinge on the left bottom of your refrigerator using the screws you previously removed. Tighten the screws.
4.3 Cubic Foot Compact Refrigerator 5 Install the middle hinge on the left side of the refrigerator with the screws you previously removed. Do not fully tighten the screws. Middle hinge Screws (2) 6 7 Check the fit and alignment of the door and make sure that it opens and closes freely, then tighten the screws holding the middle hinge. Install the pivot pin on the bottom-right of the freezer door using the screw you previously removed.
NS-CF43SS9 12 Install the screw covers previously removed into the holes in the top right of the refrigerator. Screw Door hinge cover Screws (2) Top hinge Screws (2) Top hinge Freezer door 13 Adjust the leveling feet to level the refrigerator. Maintaining your refrigerator Your refrigerator is designed for year-round use with only minimal cleaning and maintenance. When you first receive it, wipe the case with a mild detergent and warm water, then wipe dry with a dry cloth.
4.3 Cubic Foot Compact Refrigerator Shutting down your refrigerator for extended periods 1 2 3 4 Turn off the refrigerator and unplug it from the wall outlet. Remove all food. Clean the refrigerator. Leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or odor. CAUTION: Use extreme caution with children. The refrigerator should not be accessible to child's play. Moving Your Refrigerator 1 2 3 4 Turn off the refrigerator and unplug it from the wall outlet. Remove all food.
NS-CF43SS9 Troubleshooting CAUTION: Do not try to repair your refrigerator yourself. Doing so invalidates the warranty. PROBLEM SOLUTION My refrigerator does not work. • Make sure that your refrigerator is securely plugged into a working outlet. • Make sure that your power source has the correct voltage. Your refrigerator’s voltage rating is on a label on the back of your refrigerator. • Check the house fuse or circuit breaker box and replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
4.3 Cubic Foot Compact Refrigerator PROBLEM SOLUTION A layer of frost occurs in one of the compartments. • A layer of frost may occur on the compartment’s interior walls if the freezer is opened frequently or kept open too long. • Make sure that the air outlets are not blocked by food. • Make sure that the doors are fully closed. • To remove the frost, see Defrosting your refrigerator on page 10. The refrigerator door is hard to open. • When you open the refrigerator door, warm air rushes inside.
NS-CF43SS9 PROBLEM SOLUTION The outside of the refrigerator is Heat dissipation from the condenser may make the outside feel hot. This is normal and happens if: hot. • The room temperature is high. • You have too much food in your refrigerator. • You open and close the doors excessively. Water condenses on the outside of the refrigerator. • Condensation on the exterior surface and door seal is normal when the room humidity is high.
4.3 Cubic Foot Compact Refrigerator ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Definitions: The Distributor* of Insignia branded products warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new Insignia-branded product (“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the original manufacturer of the material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of your purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”).
NS-CF43SS9 • • • • • • Attempted repair by any person not authorized by Insignia to service the Product Products sold “as is” or “with all faults” Consumables, including but not limited to batteries (i.e. AA, AAA, C, etc.
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