Loading the freezer

Go ahead and load up your freezer, but leave room around the food for the cold air to circulate. Your freezer has 4 wire storage baskets to help you organize the food.

NOTE: Do not add more than 9.9 pounds of unfrozen (fresh) food in a 24 hour period.

To load your freezer:

1.Remove the storage baskets.

2.Arrange the food in the baskets. Avoid overloading the baskets. Leave about s/einch between the top of the food and the top of the storage basket. This allows for proper air circulation.

3.Replace the baskets.

NOTE: Keep the door dosed while filling the storage baskets. This will help save energy.

Tips for storing frozen food

lBe aware of expiration dates of frozen foods. l For more information on packaging and

recommended storage times, refer to a reliable cookbook or freezer storage guide.

NOTE: To order Whirlpool’s Freezer Guide, see page 2.

Tips for freezing fresh food

When freezing fresh food, follow these tips for better results:

. Only freeze fresh, prime-quality food.

lAvoid placing fresh food next to frozen food.

lWrap fresh food in aluminum foil, coated freezer paper, or sturdy plastic containers with tight-fitting lids. When the air is removed from the container, the food will not dry out.

. Prepare foods in small portions. This will help with uniform freezing.

lDo not place hot food in the freezer.

Removing the countertop

The countertop can be removed for easier cleaning. It must be removed when reversing the door swing.

To remove the countertop:

1.Carefully lift the back of the countertop.

2.Lift the front.

To replace the countertop:

1.Position front of countertop in place.

2.Lower back into place.

NOTE: If necessary, replace the adhesive strips on the top of the freezer with the new strips supplied with the unit.