FELIX STORCH, INC.
770 Garrison Avenue
Bronx, New York 10474
TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR
with BOTTOM FREEZER
Models FFBF240W FFBF245SS
FFBF280W FFBF285SS
User's Manual
Thank you for purchasing our SUMMIT
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product. This easy-to-use manual will
guide you in getting the best use of your
refrigerator.
Please record the model and serial
numbers, which are found on a label
inside the refrigerator.
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14.This refrigerator should not be recessed or built into an enclosed cabinet. It is
designed for freestanding installation only. See Installation instructions.
15.Do not operate your refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes.
16.Do not allow children to play with the appliance, or to sit or stand on the
appliance or on pull-out parts.
17.Do not hang on the appliance doors.
18.Do not dispose of the appliance in a fire. The appliance contains substances
in the insulation which are flammable.
19.Avoid touching the metal condenser wiring on the back of the appliance.
There is a risk of injury.
20.In the event of a possible malfunction, disconnect the appliance from the
power supply first.
21.Prior to cleaning, always unplug the appliance or switch off the circuit breaker.
DANGER!
Risk of child entrapment!
Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer, take off
the doors. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not
easily climb inside.
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WARNING!
Keep ventilation openings on the appliance enclosure clear of obstruction.
Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting
process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Do not use electrical devices inside the food storage compartments of the
appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
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Table of Contents
Important Safeguards .............................................................................. 1 - 2
Parts and Features .........................................................................................4
Installation ................................................................................................ 5 - 8
Transporting your appliance ..................................................................5
Setting up the appliance ........................................................................5
Location ........................................................................................... 5 - 6
Electrical requirements ..........................................................................6
Reversing the Door Swing ...............................................................6 – 8
Before starting up the appliance ............................................................8
Operation ................................................................................................ 8 - 10
Setting the operating temperature ................................................... 8 - 9
Refrigerator compartment .....................................................................9
Freezer compartment ..........................................................................10
Food Storage Information ...................................................................11 – 12
Fresh food ...........................................................................................11
Frozen food .........................................................................................11
Examples of proper food storage ........................................................12
Cleaning and Care ............................................................................... 12 - 14
Interior and exterior surfaces ...............................................................12
Cleaning the accessories ....................................................................13
Replacing the interior light bulb ................................................... 13 - 14
If there is a power failure .....................................................................14
Normal Operating Noises ............................................................................14
Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................15
Limited Warranty .................................................................................. 16 - 17
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Parts and Features
1. Front panel
10. Fast-freeze compartment
2. Interior light
11. Freezer fan
3. Thermostat knob
4. Movable shelves
5. Wine rack
12. Freezer compartment
13. Ventilation grille
14. Adjustable front feet
15. Adjustable door shelves
16. Egg tray
6. Defrost water drain channel
7. Crisper cover
8. Crisper
17. Sliding storage boxes (optional)
9. Ice bank
Note: Not every feature is on all models.
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Installation
Transporting your appliance
1. The appliance should only be transported in the upright position.
2. The packaging as supplied must remain intact during transportation.
3. If the unit has been transported or carried in the horizontal position, it may only
be plugged in after standing in the vertical position for 4 hours. Plugging in the
appliance any sooner may result in damage to the refrigerator-freezer and
affect your warranty.
Setting up the appliance
Do not operate your appliance in a room where the temperature is likely to fall
below 50F at night and especially in winter. At lower temperatures the
appliance may not operate, resulting in a reduction in the storage life of the
food.
The climate class rating of your appliance is given on the rating label located
inside the appliance. It specifies the appropriate operating ambient
temperatures as shown below:
Climatic class
Ambient temperatures
SN
N
50.0F to 89.6F
60.8F to 89.6F
64.4F to 100.4F
64.4F to 109.4F
50.0F to 100.4F
50.0F to 109.4F
ST
T
SN-ST
SN-T
Location
The unit should be placed in a dry room which can be aired.
Avoid direct sunlight or direct heat sources such as a stove or radiator.
To make sure that sufficient room is provided around the appliance to ensure
free air circulation, allow at least 1” at the back and top, and ¾” at the sides.
Fit the two plastic wall spacers supplied with the appliance, to the condenser
at the back of the appliance, rotating 1/4 turn. See illustration below.
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The appliance should be located on a smooth surface. The two leveling legs at
the front corners of the appliance can be adjusted as required.
Leveling legs can be adjusted by turning them counter-clockwise to raise the
refrigerator or clockwise to lower it. Correct adjustment of the feet avoids
excessive vibration and noise.
Electrical requirements
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WARNING! This appliance must be grounded!
Make sure there is a suitable power outlet (115V AC, 60Hz, 15 amps) with
proper grounding to power the refrigerator-freezer.
The electrical safety of the appliance is only assured when the grounding
system in the house is installed in accordance with regulations.
When positioning the appliance, do not let the power cable get stuck under it;
otherwise, the cable will be damaged.
Ensure that the plug remains easily accessible. Do not use a multiple adapter
bar or an extension cord.
Avoid the use of three-to-two prong adapters or cutting off the third grounding
prong in order to accommodate a two-prong outlet. This is a dangerous
practice since it provides no effective grounding for the refrigerator and may
result in shock hazard.
Reversing the door swing
This appliance allows you to reverse the door opening from left to right and back.
You can select your preference of door opening by following this procedure to
make the change.
1. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
2. Remove all food, loose items and fittings from the appliance and door
shelves.
3. Unscrew the bolts and remove the middle hinge while holding the doors. (1)
4. Remove the fresh food (refrigerator) compartment door from the top hinge by
sliding down and pulling forward. (2)
5. Remove the freezer compartment door by pulling up. (3)
6. Remove the plastic covers on the front top trim. (4)
7. Unscrew the bolts of the top hinge and remove top hinge. (5)
8. Reposition plugs on the opposite side. (6)
9. Remove the front bottom trim. (7)
10. Carefully lay the appliance on its back. (8) (Get someone to help you.)
11. Unscrew and remove the left-hand side front feet. (9)
12. Unscrew and remove the bottom hinge. (10)
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13. Reposition the plastic covers on top of the fresh food door on the opposite
side. (11)
14. Unscrew and remove the middle hinge bushing from the fresh food door. (12)
15. Screw in and fix the new middle hinge bushing (supplied) to the other side. (13)
16. Reposition the hinge bushing and the tap on the freezer door. (14)
17. Unscrew and reposition the bottom hinge bushing. (15)
18. Unscrew bolt of the pin of the bottom hinge. Fit the pin to the other hole on
the hinge and tighten the bolt on the new position. (16)
19. Fit the bottom hinge and other feet, and tighten the screws. (17)
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20. Remove the plastic tap to the opposite side on the front bottom trim. (18)
21. Fit the front bottom trim to the bottom hinge and other feet. (19)
22. Rotate the top hinge 180. Unscrew the hinge pin and re-tighten it to the
opposite side. (20)
23. Fit the top hinge and tighten the bolts. (21)
24. Fit the plastic cover on the front top trim. (22)
25. Locate the freezer door to the bottom hinge and attach to the cabinet. (23)
26. Locate the middle hinge on the freezer door (24) and put the fresh food door
between the top and middle hinge carefully. (25)
27. Fit the middle hinge. Adjust the doors and tighten the bolts. (26)
28. Carefully stand the appliance up (with someone’s help) and adjust the front
feet.
29. Remove the plastic plugs on the doors. Unscrew the door handles.
Reposition the door handles on the other side. Tighten the screws and fit the
plastic plugs. (27)
30. Put back all loose items and fittings.
31. Wait for at least 4 hours to allow the system to settle before switching on.
Before starting up the appliance
Before you begin operating your refrigerator-freezer, check the following points
for safety:
Is the appliance standing firmly on the floor?
Is there sufficient space for good air circulation?
Is the interior clean? (See Cleaning and Care.)
Set the thermostat knob halfway between 1 and 5, or Min and Max.
Now connect the appliance to the power supply.
Operation
Setting the operating temperature
The operating temperature is regulated by the temperature control, or thermostat.
1 = Lowest cooling setting (warmest setting)
5 = Highest cooling setting (coldest setting), or
Min. = Lowest cooling setting (warmest setting)
Max. = Highest cooling setting (coldest setting)
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The average temperature inside the refrigerator should be about 41F (5C).
Choose the thermostat setting according to the desired temperature.
You can stop operation of your appliance by adjusting the thermostat knob to the
0 position.
Please note that there will be different temperatures in the cooling area. The
coldest region is immediately above the vegetable crisper.
The interior temperature also depends on ambient temperature, the frequency
with which the door is opened and the amount of food kept inside.
Frequently opening the door causes the interior temperature to rise. For this
reason, it is recommended to close the door again as soon as possible after use.
Refrigerator compartment
Food storage:
The refrigerator compartment is for the short-term storage of fresh food and
drinks.
Raw meat is best kept wrapped or in a sealed plastic bag near the bottom of the
refrigerator compartment.
Allow hot foods and beverages to cool to room temperature prior to placing them
in the refrigerator.
Defrosting:
The refrigerator compartment defrosts automatically. The thawing water flows
through the drain channel into a collection container at the rear of the appliance.
If the fresh food section goes through a cycle defrost it is normal to see the
formation of frozen water droplets on the evaporator if the water has not
completely fallen off the evaporator.
Check the flow of the thawed water from time to time. The drain hole may
become plugged occasionally. Clean it with a Q-tip or similar item. See figure
below.
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Freezer compartment
Freezing food:
You can use the appliance for freezing fresh food as well as for storing pre-
frozen food. Please refer to the recommendations given on the food package.
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Attention
Do not freeze carbonated beverages, as the bottle may burst when the liquid is
frozen.
Do not exceed the freezing capacity of your appliance. See the rating label inside
the unit. In order to maintain the quality of the food, the freezing must take place
as rapidly as possible. Thus, the freezing capacity will not be exceeded and the
temperature inside the freezer will not rise.
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Attention
Keep freshly placed food separated from already deep-frozen foods.
If warm or hot food is placed in the freezer, the cooling compressor will work until
the food is completely frozen. This can temporarily cause excessive cooling of
the refrigerator compartment.
If you find the freezer door difficult to open just after you have closed it, don’t
worry. This is due to a pressure difference which will equalize and allow the door
to open normally after a few minutes.
Defrosting:
The freezer compartment defrosts automatically.
WARNINGS!
The fan inside the freezer compartment circulates cold air.
Never insert any object through the guard. Do not allow children to play
with the freezer fan.
Do not obstruct the freezer fan guard to ensure that you obtain the best
possible performance from your appliance.
Never store products that contain inflammable propellant gas (e.g.,
spray cans) or explosive substances.
Don’t cover the shelves with any protective materials which may obstruct air
circulation.
Do not allow children to play with the appliance or tamper with the controls.
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Food Storage Information
Fresh food
When storing fresh food that is not prepackaged, be sure to wrap or store it in
airtight and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This will ensure
proper shelf life and prevent the transfer of odors and tastes.
Wipe containers before storing to avoid needless messes.
Eggs should be stored in an upright position in their original carton or in the
supplied egg tray to maximize shelf life.
Fruit should be washed and dried, then stored in sealed plastic bags before
storing in the refrigerator.
Vegetables with skins should be stored in plastic bags or containers.
Leafy vegetables should be washed and dried, then stored in plastic bags or
containers.
Hot food should be allowed to cool before storing in the refrigerator. This will
prevent unnecessary energy use.
Fresh seafood should be used the same day as purchased.
When storing meats in the fresh food section, keep in the original packaging or
rewrap as necessary. Follow the suggestions below for safe storage:
Chicken
Ground beef
Cold cuts
Steaks/roasts
Smoked/cured meats
All others
1 - 2 days
1 - 2 days
3 - 5 days
3 - 5 days
7 - 10 days
1 - 2 days
If longer periods of storage are required, store immediately in the freezer section.
Frozen Food
Proper freezer storage requires correct packaging. All foods must be in
packages that do not allow the flow of air or moisture in or out. Improper
storage will allow the transfer of odors and taste and will result in the drying
out of the improperly packaged food.
Follow package or container instructions for proper storage.
Packaging recommendations:
Plastic containers with air-tight lids
Heavy-duty aluminum foil
Plastic wrap made from saran film
Self-sealing plastic bags.
Do not refreeze defrosted/thawed foods.
It is recommended that the freezing date be marked on the packaging.
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Examples of proper food storage
White wine, beer and mineral water
Bananas
Chill before use.
Do not store in refrigerator.
Store in plastic bags only.
Fish or organ meats
Cheese
Use airtight containers or plastic bags;
for best results, take out of the
refrigerator an hour before
consumption.
Melons
Store only for a short period of time,
use airtight packaging/wrapping.
Raw meat and poultry
Do not store unwrapped with delicate
items like cooked food and milk.
Cleaning and Care
! Warning! To avoid electric shock, always unplug your refrigerator or
switch off the circuit breaker before cleaning. Ignoring this warning may result in
death or injury.
Interior and exterior surfaces
Prepare a cleaning solution of 3-4 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with
warm water. Use a sponge or soft cloth dampened with the cleaning solution
to wipe down your appliance.
Rinse with clean warm water and dry with a soft cloth.
Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasives, ammonia, chlorine bleach,
concentrated detergents, solvents or metal scouring pads. Some of these
chemicals may dissolve, damage and/or discolor your refrigerator.
Wipe the inside compartments dry.
Do not allow water to come into contact with the electrical connections on the
temperature control or the interior light.
If the appliance is not going to be used for a long time, switch it off and
remove all food. Clean the appliance and keep the doors open.
To preserve the appearance of your appliance, you can polish the exterior and
the door accessories with a silicone wax.
Clean the condenser coils at the back of the appliance once a year using a
brush or a vacuum cleaner. Dust build-up leads to increased energy
consumption.
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Cleaning the accessories
Door shelves:
Remove all food from the door shelves.
Lift the cover of the shelf upwards and pull it off sideways.
Remove the bottom of the door shelf by pushing it upwards.
Water-collecting pan:
Make sure that the pan at the back of the appliance is always clean.
1. Gently release the snap of the pan from the compressor by pushing it using a
tool (like a screwdriver), so that the pan can be removed.
2. Lift the pan, clean it and wipe it dry.
3. Re-assemble in reverse order.
Crisper or drawers:
To clean a drawer, pull it out as far as possible, tilt it upwards and then pull it out
completely.
Door Gaskets:
Clean door gaskets every three months using a baking soda solution as
described above. Gaskets must be kept clean and pliable to ensure a proper
seal.
Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of gaskets will keep the
gaskets pliable and ensure a good seal.
Replacing the interior light bulb
If the interior light should fail to work, proceed as follows (see figures on next
page):
1. Switch off the appliance and pull out the plug. You may also find it helpful
to remove shelves for easier access.
2. Use a flathead screwdriver to remove the cover of the light bulb.
3. First check that the bulb hasn’t worked loose by ensuring it is screwed
securely in the socket. Replace the plug and switch on. If the bulb works,
replace the light cover by inserting the rear lug and pushing up to locate the
two front lugs.
4. If the light still fails to work, switch off the unit and pull out the plug. Replace
the bulb with a new 15-watt (max) appliance plug of the same type.
5. Carefully dispose of the burnt-out bulb.
Replacement bulbs should be available at most hardware stores and home
improvement centers.
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Replacing light bulb:
If there is a power failure
Try to avoid opening the doors during a power failure. Frozen food in the freezer
compartment will not be affected if the power failure lasts shorter than the
“Conservation Time from Failure (hours)” mentioned on the rating label.
If the power failure lasts longer than this amount of time, then the food should be
checked and either consumed immediately or cooked and then re-frozen.
Normal Operating Noises
Various sounds you will hear are completely normal and are caused by the
operation of the cooling system of your appliance:
Gurgling, hissing, boiling or bubbling noises are caused by the refrigerant
circulating inside the cooling system. These noises can still be heard for a
short time after the compressor shuts off.
Sudden sharp cracking or popping noises are caused by the expansion and
contraction of the inside walls or some components inside the cabinets.
Buzzing, whirring, pulsating or high-pitched humming noises are caused by
the compressor. These noises are slightly louder at the start-up of the
compressor cycle and reduce when the appliance reaches the operating
temperatures.
To avoid disturbing vibrations and unnecessary noises, make sure that:
Your refrigerator is standing level on all four feet.
Your refrigerator is not in contact with the walls, surrounding objects or kitchen
cabinets and furniture.
Cans, bottle or dishes inside the refrigerator are not touching and rattling
against each other.
All shelves and bins are mounted correctly inside the refrigerator cabinets and
doors.
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Troubleshooting
Not every malfunction is a case for our customer service. Very often, you can
easily resolve the problem without requesting service. Before requesting service,
please check the list below to see if the call can be avoided.
Refrigerator does not operate
Check that thermostat control is not in the OFF position.
Check that refrigerator is plugged in.
Check for power at the AC outlet by inspecting the fuse or circuit breaker.
Food temperature appears too warm
There may have been frequent door openings.
Allow time for recently added warm food to reach fresh food or freezer
temperature.
Check gaskets for proper seal.
Adjust temperature control to colder setting.
Food temperature is too cold
If temperature control setting is too cold, adjust to a warmer setting and allow
several hours for temperature to adjust.
Refrigerator runs too frequently
This may be normal to maintain constant temperature during days of high
temperature and humidity.
Doors may have been opened frequently or left open for a long period of time.
Check gasket for proper seal.
Check to see if doors are completely closed.
Moisture build-up on interior or exterior of the refrigerator
This is normal during high humidity periods.
Prolonged or frequent door openings.
Check door gaskets for proper seal.
Refrigerator has an odor
Interior needs cleaning.
Foods improperly wrapped or sealed are giving off odors.
Refrigerator light does not work
Check power supply.
Tighten bulb in socket.
Replace burned-out bulb.
Refrigerator/Freezer door does not shut properly
Level the refrigerator.
Realign refrigerator/freezer door.
Check for blockages, e.g., food containers, crisper cover, shelves, bins, etc.
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Limited Warranty
PARTS AND LABOR WARRANTY INFORMATION
SUMMIT Appliances are manufactured to provide outstanding value, and your satisfaction is our goal
on every product. All SUMMIT major appliances carry a one year limited warranty on both parts and
labor. All refrigerators and freezers carry an additional four years on the compressor. Certain
exclusions may apply.
Certain models (including SUMMIT ranges, wall ovens, and cook tops) are manufactured for us in the
U.S. and carry the manufacturer's warranty (also one year parts and on-site labor).
For details on specific warranty issues, please refer to the warranty packed with the product, or contact
us.
GENERAL PARTS AND LABOR WARRANTY
Summit warrants, to the original purchaser of every new unit, the cabinet and all parts thereof, to
be free from defects in material or workmanship, under normal and proper use and maintenance
service as specified by Summit and upon proper installation and start-up in accordance with the
instruction packet supplied with each Summit unit. Summit’s obligation under this warranty is
limited to a period of 12 months from the date of original purchase.
Any parts covered under this warranty that are determined by Summit to have been defective,
within the above said period, are limited to the repair or replacement, including labor charges, of
defective parts or assemblies. The labor warranty shall include pre-approved standard straight
time labor charges only and reasonable travel time, as determined by Summit.
COMPRESSOR WARRANTY
In addition to the warranty period stated above, Summit warrants its hermetically sealed
compressor to be free from defects in both material and workmanship, under normal and proper
use and maintenance, for a period of 60 months from the date of original purchase. Compressors
determined by Summit to have been defective within this extended time period will, at Summit’s
option, be either repaired or replaced with a compressor or compressor parts of similar design
and capacity. The above said extended compressor warranty applies only to hermetically sealed
parts of the compressor and DOES NOT apply to any other parts or components, including, but
not limited to, cabinet, paint finish, temperature control, refrigerant, metering device, driers, motor
starting equipment, fan assembly, or any other electrical component, etc.
WARRANTY CLAIMS
All claims for labor or parts must be made directly through Summit. All claims should include:
model number of the unit, the serial number of the cabinet, proof of purchase, date of installation,
and all pertinent information supporting the existence of the alleged defect. In case of
compressor warranty, the compressor model tag must be returned to Summit along with the
above listed information. All claims should be filed within 30 days of completed repair or the
warranty claim could be refused.
THINGS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY
Summit’s sole obligation under this warranty is limited to either repair or replacement of parts,
subject to the additional limitations below. This warranty neither assumes nor authorizes any
person to assume obligations other than those expressly covered by this warranty.
NO CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: Summit is not responsible for economic loss; profit loss;
or special, direct, indirect, or consequential damages, including without limitation, losses or
damages arising from food or product spoilage claims whether or not on account of
refrigeration failure.
WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERRABLE: This warranty is not assignable and applies only in
favor of the original purchaser/user to whom delivered. Any such assignment or transfer shall
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IMPROPER USE: Summit assumes no liability for parts or labor coverage for component
failure or other damages resulting from improper usage or installation or failure to clean and/or
maintain product as set forth in the warranty packet provided with the unit.
ALTERATION, NEGLECT, ABUSE, MISUSE, ACCIDENT, DAMAGE DURING TRANSIT OR
INSTALLATION, FIRE, FLOOD, ACTS OF GOD: Summit is not responsible for the repair or
replacement of any parts that Summit determines have been subjected after the date of
manufacture to alteration, neglect, abuse, misuse, accident, damage during transit or
installation, fire, flood, or act of God.
IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS: Summit is not responsible for the repair or
replacement of failed or damaged components resulting from electrical power failure, the use
of extension cords, low voltage, or voltage drops to the unit.
NO IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE: There are no other warranties, expressed, implied or statutory, except the parts
& labor warranty and the extended compressor warranty specifically described above. These
warranties are exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties, including implied warranty and
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. There are no other warranties which
extend beyond the description on the face hereof.
OUTSIDE CONTIGUOUS UNITED STATES: This warranty does not apply to, and
Summit is not responsible for, any warranty claims made on products sold or used
outside the contiguous (48) United States. To be clear, this warranty excludes the states
of Alaska and Hawaii and all off-shore territories.
REQUESTING SERVICE
If you are in need of service, please either fill out a service request on our website,
prepared to give us the following information: your name, address, phone, email, model, serial number,
date of purchase, place of purchase, and the problem you are having.
WARNING! This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information,
Chemicals known by the manufacturer to be present in this product in concentrations
higher than threshold limits: NONE.
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