EdgeStar CRF320SS Owner's Manual - Page 6

alone does not sterilize the food. It is best to freeze the food by packing it into separate meal portions and not in bulk form. Never put hot or warm foodstuffs into the refrigerator. Prior to storing the fresh food, pack it in plastic bags, aluminum sheets or freezing containers and place into the refrigerator. Defrosting NEVER DEFROST THE UNIT BY USING A METAL TOOL (E.G., ICE PICK, SCREWDRIVER) TO SCRAPE OR CHIP OFF THE ICE. You may defrost this refrigerator once every few months or whenever ¼" of frost develops in on the walls. Frost will likely develop more quickly in the freezer section than in the refrigerator section. The refrigerator section incorporates automatic defrosting under most ambient conditions. However, under some conditions, frost may build up in the refrigerator section as well as the freezer section. Remove the electrical plug from the wall socket, open the door and remove all contents. Defrost using a plastic scraper, or let the temperature rise naturally until the frost melts, then wipe away the remaining ice and water. You may also want to clean the unit at this time. Once you have finished, plug the refrigerator back in and make sure the 6