Leveling the Freezer
To ensure properdoor seal and optimumperformance,
level freezer usingthe levelingleg locatedon its bottom frontcorner.
•Once your freezer is in the desiredlocation, use a carpenter'slevel and adjustthe levelingleg as necessary to make sure the cabinetis level
•Adjustthe leg to achieve a 1/4 inch slopefrom
•If the rear corners need to be raised, use shims made of wood or other hard material. Cardboard and other soft materialswill notwork.
Electrical Requirements
•120 Volts, 60 Hz (60 cyclesAC), 15 amps
•DO NOT use an extensioncord.
•Select an electricwall outletthat cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain. Be sure that the elec-
tric outletyou select does not need a ceilingdrop cord.
•Use a fuse or
Electrical Grounding
Yourfreezer comes with a
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WARNING: Unless the groundingmethod described above is followed,you are not protected against severe or lethal shockin the event of the shortcircuitof the freezer's wiring or electricalcomponents.
Operation
Starting
The freezer temperature is preset to maintainthe ideal temperature for food storage. The evaporator formsthe storage shelves of the unitwhich provides even freezing temperatures throughoutthe freezer. Freezer temperature will vary dependingon the quan- tity of food stored and on the frequencyof door open- ings.
Wait 4 hours before loading the freezer, It takes time to
reach storage temperature. During this time the freezer may run constantly.
Maintenance
Defrosting
nect power before defrosting.
_DANGER: Electrical Shock Hazard. Discon-
You shoulddefrost your freezer when the frost be- comes 1/4 inch thick. Furtheraccumulationwill reduce
operatingefficiency.How often you have to defrost depends on the type and amount of food you freeze, the temperature and humidityand the number oftimes you open and close the freezer. The periodbetween defrostingcan be extended by scrapingfrost every so often with a plasticscraper.
Defrosting Steps
1.Unplug powersupply cord.
2.Remove all food and place it in cardboardboxes or wrap it in several thicknessesof newspaper.This action willkeep food safely frozen while you defrost and clean your freezer.
3.Leave door open and wait for frost to soften.Place pans of hot water on the shelves or use an electric fan blowing intothe freezer to speed defrosting.Do not use electricdefrostdevices as they can damage the plasticparts of your freezer.
4.Remove softened frost with a plasticor wooden scraper, or a clothor sponge. CAUTION: NEVER
USE SHARP OBJECTS TO REMOVE FROST. They could puncturefreezing coilsand severely damage the refrigerationsystem.
5.Defrostwater will accumulateat the bottomof the interiorcabinetwhich can be absorbedwith a sponge or towel,
6.Clean the inside of the freezer. Cleaning instruct- ionsare describedbelow and on the permanent use and care label on the inside of the freezer door.
7.Plug freezer in and replacefrozen foods..
Cleaning
•Use only mildsoapy water to clean door gaskets.
•Turn off the freezer and remove foods. Wash interior liner with a solutionof warm water and two table- spoons bakimg soda per one quart of water. Rinse and wipe clean. DO NOT use soaps, detergents, scouringpowder,spray cleaner or the like for the liner.They may create unwanted odorsin the freezer.
•Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the condenser(tube and wire attachment) on the back of the freezer.
•Wash the exteriorwith detergent or soap and water. Rinse well and wipe dry.
•DO NOD use scoudng powdersor pads. Never use acids, chemicalthinner, gasoline, benzene, or the like for cleaning any part of the freezer. Boilingwater and benzine may deform and damage plasticparts.