Any questions concerning power and/or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician or an authorized Avanti Products service center. • After plugging the appliance into a wall outlet, allow the unit to cool down for 2-3 hours before placing food in the refrigerator compartment. . Electrical Connection This unit should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this unit is equipped with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord supplied. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. This unit requires a standard 115/120 Volt AC ~/60Hz electrical outlet with three-prong ground. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. When a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. The cord should be secured behind the unit and not left exposed or dangling to prevent accidental injury. The unit should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating label on the appliance. This provides the best performance and also prevent overloading house wiring circuits that could cause a fire hazard from overheated. Never unplug the unit by pulling the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. When moving the unit, be careful not to damage the power cord. .Warning. Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by an authorized Avanti Products service center. . Extension Cord Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, it is strongly recommended that you do not use an extension cord with this unit. However, if you must use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL/CUL-Listed, 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 115 volts and at least 10 amperes. . Reversing the Door Swing of Your Appliance This appliance has the capability of the door opening from either the left or right side. The unit is delivered to you with the door opening from the left side. Should you desire to reverse the opening direction, please call customer service for reversal instructions. OPERATING YOUR UNIT . Setting the Temperature Control • Your unit has only one control for regulating the temperature in the compartment. The temperature control is located on the upper right hand side of the compartment. • The first time you turn the unit on, set the temperature control to “6”. • The range of the temperature control is from position "OFF” to “6”. After 24 to 48 hours, adjust the temperature control to the setting that best suites your needs. The setting of “4” should be appropriate for home or office use. • To turn the appliance off, turn the temperature control to ”OFF”. NOTE: . Turning the temperature control to “OFF” position stops the cooling cycle but does not shut off the power to the unit. . If the unit is unplugged, has lost power, or is turned off, you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting the unit. If you attempt to restart before this time delay, the unit will not start. CARE AND MAINTENANCE . Cleaning Your Unit • Turn the temperature control to "OFF", unplug the unit, and remove the food, shelf, and tray. • Wash the inside surfaces with a warm water and baking soda solution. The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water. • Wash the shelf and tray with a mild detergent solution. • The outside of the unit should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water. • Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth before cleaning the area of the controls, or any electrical parts. • Wash the outside cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth. CAUTION: Failure to unplug the unit could result in electrical shock or personal injury. . Power Failure Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your unit if you minimize the number of times the door is opened. If the power is going to be off for a longer period of time, you need to take the proper steps to protect your food. . Vacation Time • Short vacations: Leave the unit operating during vacations of less than three weeks. • Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all food and unplug the power cord. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leav...