CARE AND MAINTENANCE
←Cleaning Your Appliance
•Turn the temperature control to "OFF", unplug the unit, and remove the food and baskets.
•Wash the inside with a warm water and baking soda solution. The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water.
•Wash the baskets with a mild detergent solution.
•The outside of the unit should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water.
CAUTION
Failure to unplug the
←Power Failure
Most power failures are corrected within a few hours and should not affect the temperature of your
←Vacation Time
Short vacations: Leave the unit operating during vacations of less than three weeks.
Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all food and unplug the power cord. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave the door open slightly: blocking it open if necessary
←Moving Your Appliance
• Remove all the food.
• Securely tape down all loose items inside your unit.
• Turn the leveling screws up to the base to avoid damage.
• Tape the door shut.
• Be sure the unit stays in the upright position during transportation.
←Energy Saving Tips
•The unit should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing appliances or heating ducts, and out of direct sunlight.
•Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing them in the unit. Overloading the unit forces the compressor to run longer. Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality, or spoil.
•Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before placing them in the unit. This cuts down on frost
•Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches. Remove as many items as needed at one time, and close the door as soon as possible.
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