INFORMATION MANUAL - Pdfstream.manualsonline.com
Contents
1. ae A a A SEA TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY Sub Zero Undercounter Features e Models 245 249R 4 249RP 3 e Models 249FF amp 801RFD 4 Product Operation e Temperature Controls A Adjustment B LOCAUON anne DOOFCGIOSIDO rauen Fan Operation Automatic Defrost Info SOUNGS zunachst Icemaker Operation NOonnnnaina Product Care e Maintenance amp Cleaning 6 e Light Bulb Replacement 6 e Vacation Time 6 e Vacant Homes 6 7 7 7 Food Storage Suggestions Product Loading Information Service Information RECORD YOUR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER On undercounter models 245 249R 249RP and 249FF the serial number is found on the inside cabinet liner at the top open the door to read On the model 801RFD the serial num ber is located at the top freezer hinge Have this information ready when calling for service Model Number Serial Number Installation Date Factory Authorized Service Agent Phone Number UNDERCOUNTER MODELS MODEL 245 1 Automatic Icemaker 2 Adiustable Freezer Control 3 Adjustable Refrigerator Control 4 Interior Freezer Light 5 Automatic Defrost Blower Assembly 6 One piece Interior 7 Main Shelf Not Removable 8 Upper Refrigerator Shelf 9 Four sided Magnetic Gasket 10 Door Hinge can be change2. Prepackaged Meats Store in original packaging After opening rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil Unfrozen Fish Meats and Poultry Remove store wrappings Then rewrap in plastic wrap foil or waxed paper and refrigerate immediately Eggs Store unwashed in carton or portable egg tray Use within two weeks Milk Cream Cottage Cheese Keep carton closed Store on refrigerator shelf and use within five days Cheese pe Store in original packaging until ready to use After opening rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil Left Overs Let cool and cover tightly with plastic wrap or foil Airtight plastic containers work well to prevent drying out and odor transfer SERVICE INFORMATION Freezer Storage Foods should be wrapped in material designed for frozen food storage The wrap must be sealed so as not to allow air or moisture through the wrapping DO NOT refreeze thawed meats ice Cream The firmness of the ice cream will depend on the cream content of the ice cream The higher quality ice creams usually have a higher cream content requiring colder freezer temperatures to maintain its firm ness Soft ice cream is not always an indi cation of a temperature problem PRODUCT LOADING SUGGESTIONS items that inhibit proper closing of your doors and affect the temperatures should not extend beyond the front of your shelves or beyond the face of your door shelf assemblies DO NOT fill freezer
3. MODEL 245 To replace the refrigerator light bulb 25 watt remove upper shelf and pull control knob off Grip refrigerator control diffuser firmly on top and bottom and snap out of position Th light bulb is now accessible To replace the freezer light bulb 25 watt pull control knob off Grip freezer control diffuser firmly on top and bottom and snap out of position The bulb is now accessible To reinstall reverse procedure MODEL 249R The light bulb 25 watt is located beneath the freezer evaporator and is accessed by reaching up underneath behind the right hand side of the freezer section Unscrew and replace SUGGESTIONS MODEL 249RP The light bulb 25 watt is accessible by removing three screws which anchor the light bracket Remove bracket and reach behind the light diffuser and unscrew bulb To reinstall reverse procedure MODEL 249FF The light bulb 25 watt is mounted behind the left side of the blower fan assembly at the top of the back wall of the freezer Unscrew and replace MODEL 801RFD The refrigerator light bulb 25 watt is situated on the upper left side of the refrigerator compartment in front of the refrigerator control panel Unscrew and replace VACATION TIME For short vacations Remove all perishable items Shut off the icemaker see Icemaker Operation on page 5 Do not change the settings of your controls For extended vacations The control s to your refrigerator or
4. CLOSING MODELS 245 and 801RFD The doors on our models 245 and 801RFD are equipped with a door closing cam system to assist in the closing of the door As you close the door the cam will take over at approximately the 15 degree posi tion to assist in the closing of the door MODELS 249R 249RP and 249FF The refrigerator and freezer doors are both equipped with a spring loaded door clo sure mechanism As the doors are closed the door closure engages at approximately the 15 degree position to assist the door in closing and sealing CONDENSER FAN OPERATION All undercounter units have one fan located behind the kickplate at the base of the unit On all undercounter models the fan operates only when the compressor is run ning EVAPORATOR FAN OPERATION MODELS 245 249FF and 801RFD A fan motor is located in the freezer section on the models listed above These fans operate only when the compressor is running AUTOMATIC DEFROST INFORMATION For your convenience Sub Zero has equipped the following models with an automatic defrost system 245 249RP 249FF and 801RFD NOTE Our model 249R is not equipped with automatic defrost To manually defrost turn the a control knob to the off position SOUNDS Certain noises may be evident with the normal operation of the unit Surrounding acoustics like walls floors and cabinets may affect the sound level of your unit A gurgling sound or running water sound may be evi
5. Sounds If condensation forms inside the unit e This is normal during high humidity and frequent door openings e Are doors closing and sealing properly If condensation forms on the outside e Itis possible during periods of high humidity that some condensation could appear This condition will subside when humidity levels drop If condensation is excessive contact your Sub Zero Factory Authorized Service Agency e Be sure doors are closed and gaskets are sealing If it is too hot around freezer compart ment excluding 249R and 249RP e Clean condenser see page 6 If there is odor in the unit and ice e Completely clean product see page 6 e Cover foods tightly If light bulb needs replacing e Turn off circuit breaker to refrigerator wear gloves to protect against broken glass see page 6 If you hear occasional buzzing Is water supply connected to icemaker and turned on If you need service e Please have model and serial number available for location f fer to page 2 along with pictures of each unit on pages 3 and 4 Call your nearest Sub Zero Authorized Service Agency For the name of a local Sub Zero Authorized Service Agency contact your dealer or Sub Zero Freezer Co inc Service Department P O Box 44130 Madison WI 53744 4130 Phone 800 222 7820 SUB ZERO FREEZER CO i P O BOX 44130 MADISON WISCONSIN 53744 4130 608 271 2233 FORM NO 3 75 301 2 PRINTED IN U S A
6. available from your distributor Automatic icemaker available as an option but must installed at the factory 801 REFRIGERATOR FREEZER 1 Automatic Icemaker 2 Adjustable Freezer Control 3 Adjustable Refrigerator Control 4 Interior Refrigerator Light 5 Shelves 6 Automatic Defrost Blower Assembly 7 One piece Interiors 8 Four sided Magnetic Gasket 9 Serial and Model Number Location 10 Solid Toe Kickplate Area 11 Front Venting 12 Door Closer 13 Door Hinge The importance of the installation of your Sub Zero CANNOT be overemphasized The proper installation of your unit is the responsibility of the selling dealer or installer Any questions or problems pertaining to the installation should be directed to the selling dealer TEMPERATURE CONTROL LOCATION AND ADJUSTMENTS Your new refrigerator and or freezer was thoroughly inspected and tested before it was shipped from the Sub Zero factory During these procedures the temperatures were preset to maintain approximately 38 degrees in the refrigerator section and approximately 0 degrees in the freezer section except 249R If you wish to make temperature adjustments simply turn the temperature control dial The higher the number the colder the temperature 1 is the warmest and 7 is the coldest setting For the location of the control refer to the model of your Sub Zero on the following pages You should be aware it is normal for the above temperatu
7. freezer should be shut off Empty all contents in the refrigerator freezer and wash rinse and dry interior of unit Vacant homes If for any reason this unit is put into service on a temporary basis and later shut off the control s to the refrigerator or freezer should be shut off For extended vacations or vacant homes you shouid block door s open slightly About one inch so fresh air can circulate and keep interior dry You should also turn off power to the unit or loosen light bulb s ACAUTIO The moisture developed during even the shortest amount of running time could attack the metal parts if the doors are left closed after shutting down Be sure the doors are blocked open after any operation FOOD STORAGE SUGGESTIONS New techniques are constantly being developed Consult the College or County Extension Service or your local Utility Company for the latest information on freezing and storing food U S Department of Agriculture Fresh Food Storage Shelf life of fresh foods may vary depending on the freshness at time of purchase To keep your foods fresher longer follow the recommended storage procedures Vegetables Wash in cool water and drain Store in air tight container or plastic wrap Most vegetables should be stored in higher humidity Fruits Wash and dry Store in crisper compart ment More aromatic fruits should be stored in plastic bags Most fruits should be stored in lower humidity
8. 8 94
9. d from right to left 11 Serial and Model Number Location 12 Ventilated Toe Kickplate Area 13 Door Closer 14 Door Shelves 15 Front Venting 16 Interior Refrigerator Light No kit necessary Use existing hardware MODEL 249R REFRIGERATOR MANUAL DEFROST 1 Freezer Section has two ice cube trays 2 Adjustable Shelves 3 Door Storage Shelves 4 Adjustable Temperature Control 5 Interior Light 6 One piece Interior 7 Four sided Magnetic Gasket 8 Door Hinge 9 Serial and Model Number Location 10 Ventilated Toe Kickplate Aea 11 Front Venting 12 Door Closer Accessory door swing change kits available from your distributor 249RP REFRIGERATOR 1 Cooling Plate 2 Adjustable Shelves m 3 Door Storage Shelves 4 Adjustable Temperature Control 5 Interior Light 6 One piece Interior 7 Four sided Magnetic Gasket 8 Door Hinge 9 Serial and Model Number Location 10 Ventilated Toe Kickplate Area 11 Front Venting 12 Door Closer Actessoryacloor swing change kits available from your distributor ER N FOOT mama pea MODELS 249FF FREEZER 1 Adjustable Shelves 2 Adjustable Temperature Control 3 Interior Light 4 Automatic Defrost Blower Assembly 5 One piece Interior 6 Four sided Magnetic Gasket 7 Door Hinge 8 Serial and Model Number Location 9 Ventilated Toe Kickplate Area 10 Front Venting 11 Door Closer Accessory door swing change kits
10. dent as the refrigerant circulates through the tubing During the icemaker cycle you may hear the sound of ice dropping into the bucket or the solenoid valve while refilling the ice maker with water During the freezer defrost you may hear crackling and or sizzling as the heat from the defrost element clears the frost from the freezer coil and water runs into the defrost water pan While the compressors are in operation a slight hum might be evident During the startup and shutdown of the compressor some vibration may occur lasting only a few seconds ICEMAKER OPERATION The icemaker in your Sub Zero is fully auto matic and has been factory pretested To put into operation it requires only a con nection to the house water supply PRODUCT CARE ICE PRODUCTION The level of ice in the ice container is con trolled by an ice level arm When the con tainers are filled with ice the ice level arm senses the level and shuts down the ice maker As ice is used the level drops and the level arm signals the icemaker to restore ice production These icemakers are designed to produce a more than adequate supply of ice for normal family consumption the length of time between ice harvest cycles will vary depending on load conditions door open ings and ambient room temperatures On the average you can expect a harvest of ice every two hours If ice is not used regularly it will tend to fuse together To avoid thi
11. res to fluctuate slightly depending on external influence such as open door for extended periods the degree of humidity present and room tem perature A ADJUSTMENT To adjust the freezer and refrigerator controls on our models 245 249R 249RP 249FF and 801RFD simply turn the control knob so the indicator lines up with the desired number B LOCATION MODEL 245 The freezer control is located on the back wall above and right of the igemaker assembly See Model 245 Features on page 3 The refrigerator control is situated left of center at the top of the refrigerator compartment See Model 245 Features on page 3 MODEL 249R MANUAL DEFROST The control is situated on the right hand side of the back wall in the upper freezer com artment See Model 249RP Features on page 3 MODEL 249RP The control is located on the right side of the back wall just below the lower shelf assembly See Model 249RP Features on page 3 MODEL 249FF The control is found at the top of the freezer on the right side of the defrost blower assembly See Model 249FF Features on page 4 MODEL 801 RFD The refrigerator control is located on the top left wall of the refrigerator compartment as you face the unit See Model 801 RFD Features on page 4 The freezer control is situated on the right side of the automatic defrost blower assembly located at the top of the freezer compartment See Model 801RFD Features on page 4 DOOR
12. s empty the ice container periodically NOTE To shut off icemaker lift up icemaker stop arm to the up or off position see Figure 1 below MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING ACAUTION We recommend for maintenance and cleaning that the circuit breaker to the refrigerator be shut off and protective gloves be worn For general cleaning of the refrigerator and freezer interior surfaces and removable parts wash with a mild solution of soap and water to which a smallamount of bak ing soda has been added Rinse and dry thoroughly Avoid getting water on lights and or control dial To insure proper performance the clean ing your units condenser is required IMPORTANT This should be performed every 3 to 6 months under normal use and living conditions To expose the condenser remove the kickplate at the base of the unit To do this simply remove the screws located at each corner of the kickplate Once the condenser is exposed use a soft bristle brush and vacuum hose to remove the accumulation of dust and lint par ticles on the condenser see Figure 2 below IMPORTANT Failure to properly clean this area could result in temperature lost and or possible mechanical failure of the refrigerator and or freezer LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 44 WARNING For your safety the circuit breaker to the refrigerator should be shut off before replacing bulbs Protective gloves should be worn when handling light bulbs
13. with large quantities of unfrozen expecting to fast freeze these items For best results space out new unfrozen items to allow for air circulation SERVICE INFORMATION Before calling service lf you think that your refrigerator is not operating properly check the following before calling your Sub Zero Factory Authorized Service Agency or dealer This may save you time and the expense of a service Call If Refrigerator Freezer is not operating e Is there electrical power to equipment e s home fuse blown or circuit breaker off Is refrigerator freezer control on Is condenser clean e Has door been left open Be sure no foods are obstructing proper door closing If still not running unit may be in defrost wait 30 minutes to see if unit will restart if Refrigerator Freezer is warmer than usual Check control for proper setting e Has door been left open too long e Have you recently added a large quantity of food e Is condenser behind grille clean See page 6 If Refrigerator Freezer runs too much e Is condenser behind grille clean See page 6 e On hot days and warm room ambients the motor runs longer e Have doors been open for extended times or large amounts of food added If Refrigerator Freezer is frosted up e Have the doors been left open e Are doors closing and sealing property If you hear unusual noises e These may be normal operating sounds See page 5 under
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search