Franklin Industries LLC Refrigerator FC 380 Series User Manual

Franklin Chef™  
Compact Refrigerator  
Refrigerador compacto  
Réfrigérateur compact  
Be sure that refrigerator is standing upright 24 hours prior to plug-in  
(pages 1 - 7)  
Use & Care Guide  
Guía de use y cuidado  
(páginas 8 - 13)  
Guide d’emploi et soin (pages 14 - 17)  
Models covered/Incluye los modelos/Modèles expliqués compris:  
FC-380 Series  
Tel.: 1-877-261-9867  
 
Table of Contents  
Safety Instructions ...............................................................................1  
Location of Parts..................................................................................2  
Energy-Saving Tips..............................................................................3  
Refrigerator Installation........................................................................3  
Operating Your Refrigerator.................................................................4  
Care and Cleaning...............................................................................5  
Defrosting.............................................................................................5  
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................6  
Limited Warranty..................................................................................7  
Location of Parts  
B
F
A
D
C
E
A. Freezer compartment  
B. Ice cube tray  
C. Shelves  
D. Bottle storage  
E. Drip tray  
F. Thermostat  
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Energy-Saving Tips  
¤ Do not place your refrigerator next to a heating vent, a range or in direct  
sunlight.  
Keep the door closed as much as possible, especially in hot, humid  
weather.  
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¤ Defrost the freezer compartment whenever frost becomes 14 inch thick.  
¤ Cover foods to reduce moisture buildup inside the refrigerator.  
Refrigerator Installation  
The refrigerator is designed for free-standing installation only. It should not be  
recessed or built in. Install the refrigerator on a base strong enough to support  
it when fully loaded. If the base is not level, adjust the feet of the refrigerator.  
Allow air to circulate freely around the refrigerator. The following clearances  
permit proper air circulation: top – 4", back – 3", sides – 3".  
Electrical Connection  
Important: For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.  
In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric  
shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is  
equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug  
must be inserted into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.  
Consult a qualified electrician or service center if the grounding instructions  
are not completely understood. If doubt exists as to whether the appliance is  
properly grounded, have a qualified electrician check the circuit to make sure  
the outlet is properly grounded.  
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong  
from the power cord.  
Use of Extension Cords  
Avoid the use of an extension cord because of potential safety hazards under  
certain conditions. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a  
3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot outlet  
that will accept the plug. The marked rating of the extension cord must be  
equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.  
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Operating Your Refrigerator  
Please do not plug in the refrigerator for 24 hours  
after unit is set in place. Failure to do so may  
result in the unit working improperly.  
Thermostat  
The thermostat has settings from MIN to MAX,  
plus OFF.  
MIN is the warmest. MAX is the coldest.  
Initially set the thermostat to MED.  
After using the refrigerator for 24 hours, adjust the thermostat to the setting  
that is best suited to your needs. Turning the thermostat to OFF stops the  
cooling cycle but does not shut off power to the refrigerator.  
Important: If you unplug or turn off the refrigerator, allow 3 minutes before  
restarting it or plugging it back in. It will not restart in less than 3 minutes.  
Freezer Compartment and Use of the Ice Cube Trays  
This compartment is designed for making ice cubes and for short-term food  
storage (a few days at most). This compartment is not cold enough to freeze  
foods safely for extended periods of time.  
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To make ice cubes, fill the tray with water and place inside the  
compartment.  
? To release ice cubes, hold tray upside down over an ice bucket or bowl,  
and twist tray at both ends.  
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If ice cube tray freezes to the floor, pour a little warm water around it to  
loosen it. Do not use boiling water which can damage plastic parts, or  
sharp metal objects such as a knife or screwdriver which can damage the  
cooling system tubing.  
Wash tray in lukewarm water only. Do not wash in the dishwasher.  
Shelving  
The refrigerator has shelves that can be moved to different levels to suit your  
food storage needs. The door shelves provide storage for small and large  
items and a bottle storage area for tall bottles.  
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Care and Cleaning  
Cleaning the Outside  
Clean the outside of the refrigerator with a mild solution of soapy water. Dry  
thoroughly with a soft cloth. To clean the door gasket, use only mild, soapy  
water. Never use harsh cleansers or scouring pads to clean any part of the  
refrigerator.  
Cleaning the Inside  
Unplug the refrigerator and remove food, shelves and trays. Wash inside with  
warm water and baking soda solution (about two tablespoons of baking soda  
to a quart of water.) Then rinse and dry. Do not use cleansers such as soaps,  
detergents, scouring powder or spray cleaners which can cause odors inside  
the refrigerator.  
Wash the ice cube tray, drip tray and shelves in mild detergent solution and  
dry with a soft cloth. To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda  
in the refrigerator. Change the box every three months.  
Do not wash any plastic parts from your refrigerator in the dishwasher.  
NEVER USE ACIDS, GASOLINE/PAINT THINNER FOR CLEANING ANY  
PART OF THE REFRIGERATOR. Never use boiling water which can deform  
plastic parts.  
Defrosting  
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Defrost whenever frost on the wall of the freezer compartment becomes  
"
4
thick. Never use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may  
damage the cooling coils. (A punctured cooling coil will cause serious  
problems and void the warranty.) We recommend using a plastic scraper.  
To defrost, remove foods and ice cube tray from the freezer compartment. Put  
drip tray in place, and set thermostat to OFF position. Defrosting usually takes  
a few hours. To defrost faster, keep the door open and place a bowl of warm  
water in the refrigerator. After defrosting, empty water from the drip tray.  
Wash the drip tray in warm water. Wipe the freezer compartment with a damp  
cloth. Turn the thermostat to the desired setting and return food and ice tray  
to the refrigerator.  
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Troubleshooting  
Refrigerator does not operate  
– Not plugged in.  
– Thermostat is in OFF position.  
– Circuit breaker tripped or fuse blown.  
Turns on and off frequently  
– This is normal. Small refrigerators cycle more than larger ones.  
Seems to run too long  
– Check for proper clearances.  
– Frequent door openings let cold air escape.  
Refrigerator too warm  
– Check if door is fully closed.  
– Check setting of thermostat.  
– Have you put large amounts of warm food into the refrigerator recently?  
– Are the shelves overcrowded?  
Noise or vibration  
– Check to be sure that refrigerator is level. Adjust the feet to make it level.  
Cabinet has odor  
– Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.  
– Check for spoiled food.  
– Interior may need cleaning.  
– Keep an open box of baking soda in refrigerator. (Replace every 3 months.)  
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Limited Warranty  
Franklin Industries, L.L.C., warrants this product to be free from defects in  
materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the  
original purchase or delivery. Any parts which are determined to be defective  
will be replaced or repaired by Franklin at no charge as long as it has been  
determined that the unit was operated in accordance with the instructions  
attached or furnished with the product.  
This warranty covers units only in the continental United States and does not  
cover the following:  
Damage from improper voltage or installation  
Damage in shipping  
Defects other than manufacturing defects  
Damage from other than household use  
Glass, trim or light bulb  
Labor or repairs after the initial 12-month period  
Damage from abuse, misuse, accident, alteration or lack of  
proper care or maintenance.  
Commercial use warranty is limited to 90 days parts and labor.  
This limited warranty is given in lieu of all other warranties expressed or  
implied. This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages.  
This warranty provides you with specific legal rights and you may have other  
rights which vary from state to state.  
For warranty service, contact  
Franklin Industries, L.L.C.  
4100 First Avenue  
Brooklyn, NY 11232-3321  
FC380/500 OM-2 ESF  
Printed in China  
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