Door Removal (Upright Models)
•Unplug the unit
•Gently lay freezer on its back, on a rug or blanket.
•Remove two base screws and base panel. Remove wire from clips on bottom of cabinet, if required.
•Unplug connector, if required, by holding the cabinet connector in place and pulling the door connector out.
•Remove the bottom hinge screws.
•Remove the plastic top hinge cover.
•Remove the screws from the top hinge.
•Remove the top hinge from the cabinet.
•Remove the door and bottom hinge from the cabinet.
•To replace door, reverse the above procedures and securely tighten all screws to prevent hinge slippage.
Base |
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Panel | Base Panel Screws |
| Hinge Screws |
Wire
Door Connector
Clips
Cabinet Connector
Lid Removal (Chest Models)
•See lid removal instructions on the back of the cabinet.
Setting the Temperature Control
Cool Down Period
•For safe food storage, allow four (4) hours for freezer to cool down completely. The freezer will run continuously for the first several hours. Foods that are already frozen may be placed in the freezer after the first few hours of operation. Unfrozen foods should NOT be loaded into the freezer until freezer has operated for four (4) hours.
•When loading freezer, freeze only three (3) pounds of fresh food per cubic foot of freezer space at one time. Distribute packages to be frozen evenly throughout the freezer. It is not necessary to turn the control knob to a colder setting while freezing food.
Electromechanical Control
Figure 1
Standard Electronic Temperature Control (Some Upright Frost Free Models)
The standard electronic temperature control is located inside the freezer on upright models (see Figure 2). Temperature is factory preset to provide satisfactory food storage temperatures. To adjust the temperature setting, move the UP ( ) button for warmer temperature and DOWN ( ) button for colder temperature on the control panel. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize between adjustments.
Standard Electronic Temperature Control
Figure 2
Deluxe Electronic Temperature Control (Some Upright Frost Free Models)
Refer to the Electronics Control Guide supplied when you purchase a deluxe electronic upright model. See Figure 3 for deluxe electronics control panel.
| Freezer Temp | |
Extreme Freeze | Temp Alarm | |
On/ | Reset | |
Off | ||
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Deluxe Electronic Temperature Control
Figure 3
Electromechanical Temperature Control (Chest and Some Upright Models)
The electromechanical temperature control is located inside the freezer on upright models, and on the left exterior wall on chest models (see figure 1). The temperature is factory preset to provide satisfactory food storage temperatures. However, the temperature control is adjustable to provide a range of temperatures for your personal satisfaction. To adjust the temperature setting, turn the temperature control knob clockwise or counter clockwise. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize between adjustments.
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Freezer Optional Features
Your freezer may have some or all of the features listed below. Become familiar with these features and their use and care.
Power On Light
The power on light indicates that the freezer is properly connected to an electrical power. The light glows even when the temperature control is turned to “OFF”. If the light goes out, refer to “Freezer does not run” in the Avoid Service Checklist section.