Summit UF877L Owner's Manual

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In case of malfunction, you can solve many common problems easily. 

Your freezer will not operate…Check if   

  The power supply cord is unplugged. 

 
The door will not close completely…Check if 

  The shelves are out of position. 
  The gasket is dirty. 
  The freezer is not level. 

 
The freezer is noisy when running…Check that 

  The freezer is level and is not in contact with another appliance or kitchen furniture. 

 
The freezer does not cool sufficiently…Check if 

  The door has been opened too often, or it has been left open for a while. If so, it will take time for 

the freezer to reach its set temperature. 

  The airflow at the rear of the freezer has been reduced due to insufficient clearance. 

 
The following noises should not be considered as problems. 

  A gentle trickling sound caused by coolant flowing through the pipes.   
  Compressor operating at high temperature. 

 

 

 
  The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. 
  Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. 
  This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory 

or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision 

or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. 

  Do not use electrical appliances inside the storage compartment of the appliance, unless they are of 

the type recommended by the manufacturer. 

  Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. 
  Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those 

recommended by the manufacturer. 

  The appliance must be unplugged after use and before carrying out user maintenance. 
  If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly 

qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. 

  Avoid opening the door too often, especially when the weather is hot and humid. Once the door is 

open, close it as soon as possible.   

  Regularly check if the appliance is sufficiently ventilated (adequate air circulation behind the 

appliance). 

  At normal temperature conditions, set the thermostat midway between MIN and MAX.             
  Before loading the appliance with items to be stored, make sure they are cooled to ambient 

temperature. 

  A layer of ice or frost increases energy consumption, so defrost the appliance before the layer reaches 

a thickness of 1/4”. 

  If the condenser tubing is visible on the back of the unit, clean the rear wall regularly. 
  Keep in mind the information in Space Requirements and the energy-saving suggestions mentioned 

above in order to keep energy consumption at a reasonable level. 

 

If you have a problem that is not listed in Troubleshooting, contact your dealer or call SUMMIT 

Customer Service at 

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