Hints and care, cont.

How to remove odors from freezer

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to freezer before cleaning.

1.Move all food to another freezer.

2.Disconnect power to the freezer.

3.Wash all interior surfaces including door, floor and walls.

4.Clean corners, crevices and grooves thoroughly.

5.Wash all accessories and shelves by hand.

6.Dry thoroughly with soft clean cloth.

7.Reconnect power to freezer and allow it to cool back down.

8.Return food to freezer. Verify all food is wrapped tightly or in sealed contain- ers to prevent further odor problems.

9.After 24 hours, check freezer to verify odor was eliminated.

If odor is still present:

1. Move all food to another freezer.

2. Disconnect power to the freezer.

3. Pack freezer with crumpled sheets of black and white newspaper.

4. Place plain charcoal briquettes in freezer on newspaper.

5. Close the freezer door and let stand

24 to 48 hours.

6. Remove charcoal briquettes and newspapers. Clean according to directions provided in the first column.

7. Reconnect power to freezer and allow it to cool back down.

8. Replace food in freezer in sealed, air- tight containers to minimize odor con- tamination.

9. Placing a cotton swab soaked with vanilla extract or an open box of baking soda in the freezer may help prevent odors from returning.

If you are moving:

Remove all frozen food and pack it in dry ice. Unplug the freezer and clean it thor- oughly. Tape the door shut and tape elec- trical cord to the cabinet.

When you get to your new home, refer to pages 4 and 5 for information on installa- tion and setting controls.

Energy saving ideas

To conserve energy:

• Do not set controls colder than neces- sary to maintain a temperature range of 0° F (-18° C) or slightly below.

• Operate in normal room temperatures away from heat sources and direct sunlight.

• Keep freezer full.

• Keep door gaskets clean and pliable. Replace gaskets if worn.

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