Kenmore 20938 owner manual Wax

Youshoulddefrostyourfreezerwhenthefrost becomes1/4" thick Furtheraccumulationwill

reduceoperating efficiency How often you have to defrost depends on the type and amount of food

you freeze, the temperature and humidity and the number of times you open and close the freezer (The period between defrosting can be extended by scraping frost every so often with a plastic scraper)

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. Turn cold control off

, Unplug power' cord at walt

o Remove all frozen food and wrap in several thick- nesses of newspaper and place in boxes

o Remove drain plug

. Remove base trim (on some modem by pulling straight out

*The drain tube is located near the left center under the freezer The defrost water can be

collected in any suitable shaIlow pan

e Leave door open and wait for frost to melt,

. On models without a defrost d_ain, place towels or newspapers on the freezer bottom to catch the frost I_he frost will loosen and fall Remove paper' and/or towels

. Place towel in bottom of freezer (over defrost drain) to absorb excess moisture

o Place pans of hot water on refrigerated shelves o Wipe with a cloth or sponge (do not use sharp

objects or electric defrost devices) * After defrost - plug in freezer

o Turn cold control back to original position

, Unplug power cord at wall

o While defrosting the freezer; take time to clean the inside thoroughly

o Use a mild solution of baking soda (2 tablespoons) in warm water (1 quart)

o Clean all inside surfaces

, I"o protect exterior-use a good quality automotive

oClose door as soon as you can '_ Reduce door openings

o Check door to make sure it has shut tightly

'_ Adjust cold control (See Pages 2, 3 Start It, Adjust It,)

*Do not put hot foods in freezer' Let hot food coot to room tempera Lure before placing in freezer

*Keep freezer away from stove, or other heat sources A cool dry place is recommended

"For a short vacation arrange for someone to inspect it at regular intervals

_' For longer periods of time you may wish to remove food, unplug your freezer, defrost, clean thoroughly and block door open to prevent odor and/or mildew growth

Block door'

to prevent odor and/or mildew

growth

o Remove all food and then defrost

•Clean thoroughly and allow to dry (otherwise odors will build up )

o Tape all interior loose baskets securely in position _' Tape dora' securely shut

_' Ship in upright position - never on back

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