Admiral NT21L9A-AA72C User manual

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Fridges
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User manual
REFRIGERATOR
CONTROL
ENERGY SAVER FREEZER FREEZER
AUTOMATIC _RGY DAIRY
REFRIGERATOR SWITCH SHELF ICE MAKER rE [ CONTROL COMPARTN
CONTROL FREEZER DAIRY FREEZER DOOR & STORAGE :T_ H FREEZER
iLIG[_ T CONTROL COMPARTMENTS SHELVES BUCKET iT SHELF
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PACKAGE _l_ ADJUST,
DIVIDERS EGG STORAGE DOOR BI
CRISPER CANTILEVER MEAT KEEPER STATIONARY CRISPER CANTILEVER MEAT KEEPER
COVER SHELVES & CONTROL SHELVES COVER SHELVES & CONTROL P'_
CRISPERS CRISPER REMOVABLE CRISPERS CRISPER REMOVABLE Di'
BASE GRILLE BASE GRILLE
The modal you have selected may not have all of these features.
Your new refrigerator is designed to p_
ing and reliable operation. Please res
will help you operate and maintain
--_ Record the model number and serial
i MOOEL J SERIAL;clNO I_],c provided. The information is found ir
_'" '"_ _,sv_0 /--_ J upper left side. An example of the seUse and Care Guide for future refe_
.[ Model No.
Operating Instru
POWER SUPPLY CORD !
WITH 3- PRONG
GROUNDING PLUG"
GROUNOINGTY_
Your refrigerator has two temperatu
To prevent the possibility of hazard due to electrical shock, never plug refriger- ment and one for the freezer. The cc
ator into a receptacle that has not been grounded adequately and in accordance fresh food compartment. To adjust t]
with local and national electrical codes, trol and turn.
WARNING: Electrical Connection The fresh food compartment has s_
This appliance is designed to operate on a normal 115 volt, 15 amp, 60 cycle tially set this control on 5.
line. There should be a separate, grounded circuit serving this appliance only
Do not use an extension cord. The freezer control has settings fron
control to 5 It is recommended tha'
This appliance is equipped with a three.pronged grounding plug for your pro+ WALLR[C[PTACL[ short periods only. Your refrigerator
tection against possible electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged into a "LOC*T,ONOfP,ONGSONPOW_*COP0PLUGMAYB_0P.I,ENtON_OUP_Omt yOU first start it. This is normal.
grounding receptacle. Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is encoun- TH*NSHOWNH_,|.
tered, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have In a day or so, you may decide one
it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle. Do not, under warmer. If so, adjust the control(s)
Setting Controls
any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power
Follow these safety guidelines: I I" + }__ Set fre,
Unplug refrigerator before cleaning condenser or replacing a light bulb. Refrigerator too WARM
in case of power failure, minimize door openings. Frozen foods that have FREEZER JJ RefrigeratortooCOLDlTbrnfr
thawed completely should not be refrozen. I 6'o ,5 4 J
Do not operate refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes. I
If you're replacing an older refrigerator, remove the doors from the out+of-use Freezer too WARM ] Turn fr
model to prevent child entrapment and suffocation. Freezer too COLD ] Turn fr
Children should not climb, hang or stand on doors or shelves.
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Thrn refrigerator OFF I Set fre_
Installation
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Your new refrigerator was packed carefully for shipment. Remove and discard U NOTE: 3hming the fresh food compa
shelf packing clips (if used) located just above each shelf where they hook onto compartments. However it does
the frame. To remove plastic chps, wiggle the chps sideways and pull straight out. Except when starting the refrigerat
Leveling
one number at a time. Allow 24 hoL
Location
+ -L ting. Keep in mind that changing
When considering where to locate the refrigerator, keep these points in mind: _._o - _-- _ temperature of the other compart_
Allow for a free flow of air through the front base grille.
Install refrigerator where room temperature will not go below 55°E, because
the refrigerator will not run frequently enough to maintain proper tempera-
ture in the freezer. At times, the front surfaces of the ref
Allow a minimum 1/2" clearance on sides, top and back for ease of instana- This is a normal occurrence that h.
tion. If refrigerator is placed with door hinge side against a wall, you may the cabinet. The condition will be
want to allow additional space so door can open wider, refrigerator, during hot weather an,
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Leveling
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To enhance its appearance and maintain performance, your refrigerator should RAISECABINETCORNER i_l ll_l[l_tJll%_-'tJ[_ll_lll
he level. Depending on the model that you have selected, the refrigerator may _ I During extremely humid weather, n
be leveled in one of these three ways. _i_ that are cooler than the surroundit
Refrigerator models that do not have wheels have a leveling screw beneath ___.._ standards and, therefore, contain.,
each front corner at the base of the cabinet. These leveling screws can be minimize any collection of moisture
adjusted by turning in or out as required (see Fig. 1). If the floor is not level ods of high humidity.
and it is necessary to raise the rear of the cabinet, we suggest using a piece
of plywood or other shim material. TURNCOUNTER-Ct.OCKWISE If yOU live in an area of low humidit
10 LOWERCABINETCORNER
Refrigerator models that have four wheels and a leveling screw beneath each ably lower during certain seasons,
front corner at the base of the cabinet can be adjusted by turning in or out "Saves Energy" which will disconn
as required (see Fig. 1). amount of electricity you use.
Refrigerator models that have adjustable wheels can be leveled by removing
the base grille and adjusting the wheels with a screwdriver (see Fig. 2). To In areas of relatively high humidity
lock the cabinet in place, tul:n down one or both locking feet, located near Exterior Moisture" position will mir
the front wheels. Rear leveler feet are not required, side surface of the cabinet.
Shelves Door Bins
Adjustable Cantilever Shelves: Glass or wire cantilever shelves may be availa- Some models have removable bin:
ble with your refrigerator. To remove a shelf, lift the rear straight up a fraction straight up until it clears the retai
of an inch and pull straight out. To lock the shelf into another position, tilt the Reverse this procedure when tel:
shelf with the front up. Insert hooks into desired frame openings and let the tures available for the refrigeretol
shelf settle into place, selected.
Egg Storage
The egg tray holds a "dozen-plus
tray can be removed and carried
Your model may have a Wine Rack. TO use your wine racks, pivot each rack out
Wine Rack
Dairy Compartment
until it locks into place. Then slide the bottles in as shown.
Special, extra deep dairy compal
/ _ Some models have a Package Di_
_-_I_ It provides upright storage for p_
ed to any position on the shelf I
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Utility Crisper
This drawer is a general purpose storage area, when covered storage is desirable.
To remove the drawer, pull it out until it stops. Then apply a little more pres- Door gaskets are magnetized to :
sure and pull completely out. the cabinet front, once the door-'
Your humidity controlled crispers are ideal for storing fresh produce. I_---_1"_i I_-----------_JI
The humidity slide control is located on the front of the drawer. For storing fruits, Ik'_l_l_ llL+e_'1(ll[il
the control should generally be set at the "LOW" position, For storing vegeta- Your refrigerator is designed to
bles, the control should generally be set at the "HIGH" position. Odorous foods
should be wrapped.
Keep all drawers tightly closed to insure crispness and freshness. Some models are equipped with
can be removed by lifting the ri
To remove the drawer, pull it out until it stops. Then apply a little more pres- left end bars out of the sockets ir
to replace the shelf, making sure
sure and pull completely out. the supports.
Dispenser models are equipped
be removed by lifting the right
The temperature inside the Meat Keeper can be several degrees cooler than and push the shelf to the right a_
the surrounding refrigerator compartment temperature. Therefore, you should end up about three inches and pn
keep your meat keeper tightly closed at all times, side wall. Reverse the removabh
The sliding lever on the back wall, above the Meat Keeper, enables you to vary llm[=.lll('l'l eI=.ll,,,,",f=..l&+jiol=ml
the internal temperature. With the lever set in the "COOL" position, the tem-
perature in the drawer is the same as the surrounding air in the food compart- To release ice cubes, hold the tra
sent. With the lever set at the "COLD" position, the temperature in the draw- ends.
er is colder and most good quality meats can be stored for several days. Select
the lever position that keeps the meat at the temperature of your choice. ['_ Cold [l]_.1_l[O]ll:ll:j_11qeilil.=lg[e,il_:. I
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All meats or poultry should be stored in their original store wrappings or in
plastic bags to reduce the evaporation of moisture from them. Some model refrigerators are de:
ly installed whenever you want.
To remove the meat drawer, pull it out until it stops. Then apply a little more _ label on the cabinet back. The k
pressure and pull completely out. nection instructions and other ir
Automatic Ice Maker
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not place fingers or hands on t
MODELS WITH AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER the refrigerator is plugged in. Thi._
ice
The water inlet tubing assembly required to complete the water connection to It will also prevent interference w
the water valve is located in the crisper drawer in a bag, Connect the ice maker and the heating element that rele_
to the water supply as instructed in the separate instructions furnished with Joe Pa_
the refrigerator. Under certain rare circumstances, ic_
with a green-bluish hue. The caus_
The automatic icemaker is designed to furnish a continual supply of ice cubes, a combination of factors such as cE
With this useful feature, you no longer have the inconvenience of filling ice cube hold plumbing and the accumulati
trays, or the frustration of running out of ice. _ __ ply line which feeds the icemaker
The amount of ice produced depends on the temperature in the freezer section _ b, Continued consumption of such dis,
of your refrigerator, The colder the freezer section, the more ice produced. We If such discoloration is observed, (
suggest you start with your refrierator and freezer controls at their mid settings.
In most cases, this is satisfactory. If the door to the freezer is opened frequently from whom the refrigerator was
or temperatures in the kitchen are abnormally low, a colder setting may be
necessary.
Ice Dispenser
After your model has been installed and the water supply connected to the
icemaker, it may be 8 to 12 hours before the icemaker furnishes any usable ice Prevent ice cubes from missing yo_
cubes. The first one or two harvests will, probably contain undersized and it- low the ice chute. Press the glass
regular cubes because of air in the supply line. the fountain. To stop dispensing i,
The initial harvest may also contain impurities from the new water supply pip- penser motor and leave the glass i
ing. Therefore, all cubes from the first two or three harvests should be discard- falling. With practice, you will lea
ed. Once this initial starting period is past, your icemaker will perform steadily prevent an unwanted dispense of
and dependably. To remove the ice dispenser bin, li:
Ice cubes that have been in the ice storage bin for a considerable length of time Wash the bin occasionally in mild ,,
may pick up off-flavor taste, stick together, and gradually become smaller. We push it all the way back until the
suggest that these cubes be thrown away. We also suggest using an open box at the front of the shelf it rests up¢
of baking soda in the refrigerator for food odor absorption, that turn the spiral auger are pos
motor.
Certain sounds may accompany the various cycles of the icemaker. The motor
may have a slight hum--the cubes will rattle as they fall into an empty storage Note: after installation, it may tak
pan--the water valve may click or "buzz" occasionally. All of these sounds are with cubes. NEVER ADD ICE CUB
normal and should be ignored. PENSER STORAGE BIN. THIS CC
If this happens, remove the stora_
The icemaker has a wire sensor arm that is connected to a shut-off switch. This clumps that are stuck in the chu _
arm stops the mechanism when the ice cube storage pan is full, and restarts those blocking the dispenser op_
it after several ice cubes have been used. You can use the stop arm to stop all If the dispenser has not been us_
production of ice at any time. All you need to do is raise the arm into the OFF or more) ice may stick together fo
position, a fresh supply allowed to accum
The icemaker should be turned off (arm up) when:
1. Ice storage bin is to be removed for extended period of time. To dispense water, press a contai:
of the fountain. To stop the wate
2. Refrigerator is not to be used for a considerable time, such as vacations. Also, sure, hold the glass in place to c_
turn off the water supply to the icemaker in this instance, if practical, splashing, hold the container a.'
When you first operate your dis
3.HowWatersupply is to be shut-off for severalhours.THEICEMAKER WORKS I1_ Thisbeginsrefrigerator'air will escape fromlwilltOinsureflow. DraWcomplete10glassesfilling ¢
Water fills the empty cube mold when the freezer compartment has cooled to Do not discard water into the gr
freezing temperature. Cold air is forced directly over mold. When frozen, the SPILL AREA, NOT A DRAIN. No1
cubes are rotated up and out of the mold. The sweeper arm ejects them into area below the spill shelf grille.
the ice storage bin below. The sensor arm senses when the bin is full and sig- absorbent sponge or cloth. The s_
nals the icemaker to stop ejecting more cubes. Meanwhile, the mold has been vent mineral deposits.
refilled and cubes frozen so the new supply is ready when needed. As soon
as ice is removed from the bin, the sensor arm signals that more is needed. DISPENSER LIGHT. A light swit_
The icemaker resumes operation by ejecting ready-and-waiting frozen cubes, on the right side of your dispense|
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DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD BEFORE REPLACING LIGHT BULBS. Always , J//_.,.--- (Non-Dispenser Models Oz
use a 40 watt, standard base, appliance type bulb when replacing a light.
DISPENSER LIGHT - DISPENSER MODELS ONLY. For replacement, use a 120V, This refrigerator may have been bui
7 watt bulb. Disconnect the power cord before replacing the light bulb. to the left. Refer to the instructio
Tools Required
DISCONNECT POWER CORD BEFORE CLEANING. Your refrigerator can be Phillips screwdriver He:
moved out for cleaning. If your model has an automatic ice maker, we recom- End wrench . 5/16" Put
mend that you turn the water supply off before moving the cabinet. T27 Torx Driver
After cleaning behind your model, push it back and turn the levelers clockwise
to lock cabinet in place.
Inside REMOVE To Change the Doors
Clean both compartments and inner door panels with mild soap and water. DO TAPPINGPLATE 1. Turn the fresh food control to
NOT use an abrasive powder, solvent, pohsh cleaner or undiluted detergent. REMOVE_._", food from the interior.
Use baking soda and warm water only on interior compartments and interior SCREW 2. Remove the handles from the q
door linen. Rinse with clear water. Do not wash interior parts in your dishwasher.
Be sure to wring out excess water from the sponge or cloth when cleaning in that you are going to install the
the area of controls, lights or electrical parts, plugs with a putty knife and p
of the doors.
You may notice a slight discoloration appearing at the top and near the center 3. Using a socket screwdriver or
of the back wall of the fresh food compartment. This is no cause for alarm, but per hinge. Carefully lift the dog
it should be cleaned off periodically, and place it on a padded surl
Glass shelves can be removed and completely immersed in warm water. AL- spacer that was between the
LOW GLASS TO WARM TO ROOM TEMPERATURE BEFORE IMMERSING. HINGE SiDE 4. Using a putty knife, pry the p]
REMOVE TAPPING PLATE the top of the door. Save the
Outside 5. Lift the upper hinge and the s!
Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean, soft cloth lightly dampened with kitch-
en appliance wax or mild liquid dishwashing detergent. Dry and polish with INSTALL at the opposite corner.
-TAPPING PLATE 6. Position the plug button cover
a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishwashing cloth
or wet towel. These may leave residue that can erode the paint. Do not use scour- _" _NSTALL ing and press it into place.
ing pads, powdered cleansers, bleach or cleaners containing bleach because 7. Pry out the three plastic plug 1
these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish, into the opposite corner.
Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of the refrigerator is a high- 8. Unscrew the hinge pin out of t
quality, baked-on paint finish. With proper care, it will stay new-looking and Carefully lift the lower door o:
rust-free for years. _ surface• If the metal hinge pin
You door gaskets are vinyl. They may be cleaned with a baking soda solution, is removed, pull it out of the d
soap and water or with a mild scouring powder• 9. Remove the center hinge and
OPPOSITE SIDE screws from the left end of the
Removing Base Grills INSTALL TAPPING PLATE hinge and spacer on the left (
Grasp the base grille at both ends and pull straight out. To replace the base grille, installed on the right end. Ti!
then turn them one-half turn
align ths spring clips with the square openings in the cabinet and push each end
| SUPPORTRAILS 10. Pry the plug cover from the p
in until the
grins
locks into
place.
t I /DEFROST PAN _ and press into the plastic bu_
Defrost Pen _ 1 _--- 11. Remove the base grille by gras
Defrost water drains into a shallow pan beneath the cabinet and evaporates. 12. Remove the hinge cover by
During periods of high humidity, water could remain in the pan. This pan should L models, remove the cover scre
be cleaned once a month with a strong solution of soap and water. 13. Use a 5/16 socket and ratchet
To remove the defrost pan, remove the base grille and slide the pan out from , ,, . hinge. Save the spacer•
underneath the cabinet. To replace the defrost pan, position the side flanges I ,i__-_ I 14. Using a T27 socket wrench, re]
to fit over slide rails end push it in until it stops. Replace the base grille, side of the refrigerator. Insl_
spacer to the left leg of the cat
Condenser
The area around the condenser should be cleaned once a year for efficient oper- 15. Pull the metal hinge pin from
ation. It can be adequately cleaned through the right front of the base open- _• 0_,, including the spacer washer, h
ings. Unplug the refrigerator and remove the base grille. Reach through the base _ _-, 16. Pry out the two screw hole plt
opening with your vacuum cleaner attachment to clean the front and open end _
,,_ _ door and lower door• On some
of the condenser, on the bottom of each door an(
6 plug buttons in the holes on
Going On Vacation?
17. Set the lower door on the bottom hinge, making sure the hinge pin enters
the busing in the door bottom. If you will be gone for a month or ]
18. While holding the door in a closed position, take the center hinge pin that ting. During longer absences:
was removed in step 8, and screw it through the left hole of the center hinge
and into the bottom door bushing. Make sure the long pin goes into the
bottom door mad the short pin goes into the top door. ._. _TR_. u..d)'_ _ "_ 1. Remove all food.
19. Set the upper door on the center hinge, making sure the hinge pin enters __-_ 2. Disconnect from electrical outle
the door bushing. When you close this door, the gasket should hold it in
place. 3. Clean the refrigerator thorough
20. Making sure to use the same number of spacers that were originally used
beneath the upper hinge, install the hinge mounting screws. Before tight- 4. Leave doors open to prevent oc
ening these screws, make sure the top of the door is level with the cabinet :_
How To Obtain Heplac_
Parts & Service
top, and the space between the door is equidistant across the entire front.
Avoid overtightening these screws. Tighten both until they are just snug
then turn them in another one-half turn.
Problems? Save yourself the nuisa_
21. Examine the door gasket all around each door, making sure no gaps are Problem Solving Table on the back
visible bet_veen the gasket and cabinet. If a gap shows, try stretching the
gasket away from the door. The magnet will contact the cabinet surface. The merchandise you have purcha
22. On some models, remove the nameplates from the door handles and install and manufactured under strict qua
them on opposite handles as shown. The removal and installation of the tory and dependable operation. H,
nameplates will vary. On certain models, remove the screws that attach the may occasionally require adjustmer
nameplates and install them on the opposite handles. On other models, the you ever need assistance please c
nameplates are removed by inserting a blunt instrument through the hole purchased the refrigerator.
in the back of the handle and popping them out. Install the nameplates Provide the following:
on the opposite handles by inserting the top of the nameplate into the slot -n_ TR_M0f U.®al
and pushing in at the bottom. "_" --_ --_ "_
23. Invert the handles and install on opposite sides of the doors as shown. 1. Model, serial number and all c
24. To replace the base grille, line up its spring clips with the square openings 2. State briefly the trouble you a]
in the cabinet and tap each end in until the grille locks inplace.
25. Heplace all food and return the fresh food control to its usual operating
position.
Should you still have a problem al
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Be sure refrigerator is level and ventilation around front grille is not
blocked.
MACAP is an industry sponsored
Check door seals occasionally for leakage. Check at various places, top, who receive and act on complair
bottom, sides.
/VOTE: When writing about an un
Check the temperature, avoid unnecessarily cold settings, following information:
Keep freezer full to near capacity. Less cold air is lost during door a) your name, address an
openings.
b) model number, series 1
Let hot dishes cool before putting into refrigerator or freezer, side of refrigerator con
Cover liquids. If uncovered, the unit must work longer, c) name and address of ¢
d) a clear description of |
Problem Solving Table Check Table Before Calling For Service
P
5_/__ LOCATION WARM AIR FROM FREEZER COMPARTMENT-
Do not install refrigerator CABINET BOTTOM TOO WARM
where temperature falls Normal air flow for * Freezer control set too
below 550. condenser circulation, warm.
Prolonged door openings.
NOISY OPERATION FRONT CABINET SURFACE
Sound level is more WARM TO THE TOUCH CABINET LIGHT
NOT WORKING
noticeable due to many Special design to limit
features, condensation during Bulb burned out
Cabinet not level, periods of high humidity. No power at outlet.
Fan motor noise is normal.
Weak floor ODOR IN CABINET WATER APPEARS ON
Food left uncovered. BACK WALL OF
CABINET VIBRATES Check crisper for spoiled FRESH FOOD SECTION
Normal function during
Cabinet not level, food.
defrost cycle Water flows
_bing vibration.
Defrost pan not properly FOODS DRY OUT to the bottom of the
installed. (FRESH OR FROZEN) compartment and drains
Weak floor. * Packages not wrapped or rote the defrost pan
sealed properly. WATER IN FRESH FOOD
WATER ON FLOOR Crisper not tightly closed COMPARTMENT BOTTOM
UNDER CABINET Temperature control set too Cabinet not level
Defrost pan missing or not cold. Drain tube plugged.
positioned properly. Remove
base grille to gain access_ EXCESSIVE MOISTURE iCE CUBES EVAPORATE
Defrost pan needs to be IN CRISPER Cold air moving over ice
emptied due to high Food not wrapped properly_ cubes causes shrinkage,
humidity conditions. Hot, humid weather especially with limited
SIZZLING SOUND MOISTURE ON OUTSIDE usage.
IN FREEZER SURFACE ICE CUBES STICKING
Normal sound caused by This condition can occur IN TRAY
defrost water dripping on during hot and humid l_ays may be coated with
defrost heater, weather and may be most residue film from minerals
evident during the morning in the water Wipe trays
REFRIGERATOR RUNS TOO hours, with vinegar-soaked cloth
FREQUENTLY Check energy saver switch until clean. If residue is
Frequent running provides position, heavy, clean trays each
more stable temperatures, time refrigerator is cleaned.
Too many door openings. MOISTURE ON INSIDE
Prolonged door openings CABINET WALLS AUTOMATIC iCE MAKER
Can occur during hot, NOT OPERATING
REFRIGERATOR RUNS humid weather with Stop arm in OFF position.
TOO LONG frequent or prolonged door Water supply turned off.
Under normal conditions openings. Water pressure too low.
modern refrigerators run a Door not closing properly. Freezer too warm
greater percentage of the
time. FREEZER NOT FREEZING ICE DISPENSER
Warm room temperature. PROPERLY NOT OPERATING
Prolonged or frequent door (ice cream, concentrated juice) Ice )am in the dispenser.
openings. Products with high sugar Ice maker not operating.
Condenser needs cleaning, content may not harden
See detail in operating completely when frozen. WATER DISPENSER
NOT OPERATING
manual. FRESH FOOD COMPARTMENT
REFRIGERATOR WON'T RUN TOO WARM : Water supply turned off.
Water pressure too low.
Temperature control turned Refrigerator control set too
to OFF warm.
Powercord not plugged in. * Freezer control set at
No power at electrical coldest position
outlet. Prolonged door openings.
House fuse blown or circuit
FRESH FOOD COMPARTMENT
breaker tripped.
Refrigerator is in automatic TOO COLD
defrost for approximately Refrigerator control set too
20 minutes cold.
Printed in USA
The manufacturer, whose policy is one of continuous product development, reserves the right to change specifications with
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Admiral NT21L9A-AA72C User manual

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