Sunbeam SBUF3W Care And Maintenance, Defrosting Your Freezer, Helpful Hint, Cleaning Your Freezer

Models: SBUF3W

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Defrosting Your Freezer

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HELPFUL HINT: If the unit is unplugged or loses, you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting the unit. If you attempt to restart before this time delay, the freezer will not start.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE Large amounts of food will lower the cooling efficiency of the appliance.

Cleaning Your Freezer If you choose to change the thermostat setting, adjust thermostat control by one numerical increment at a time. Allow several hours for temperature to stabilize between adjustments.

Defrosting Your Freezer

Vacation Time When? For the most efficient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost the freezer when the frost on the freezer walls is excessive or ¼ to ½ inch thick.

Moving Your Freezer Choose a time when the stock of frozen food is low.

CAUTION

Do not use boiling water because it may damage the plastic parts. In addition, never use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the cooling coils and will void the warranty.

Energy Saving Tips Remove the frozen food from the freezer and place it in a cooler to protect the food.

Manual background Unplug the appliance.

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Manual background During defrosting, the ice melts into the cabinet. Place a suitable container to collect the defrosted water.

Manual background Check the container occasionally so the water dose not overflow.

Manual background After defrosting is completed, clean and thoroughly dry the interior of the freezer.

Manual background Plug in the appliance and reset the thermostat to desired setting.

Manual background Allow the cabinet to cool for 4 hours. Manual background Return food to the freezer.

HELPFUL HINT:

Defrosting usually takes a few hours. Leaving the door open will help speed the process. Also, pouring warm water (not boiling) on the ice/frost will help speed melting.

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Scraping ice from the freezer compartment can damage the unit.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning Your Freezer

Manual background Upon installation of your new appliance, it is recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly.

Manual background Unplug the freezer, remove the food and storage basket.

Manual background Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth soaked in lukewarm water and baking soda solution. The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water.

Manual background Be sure to keep the door gasket (seal) clean to keep the unit running efficiently.

Manual background The outside of the freezer should be clea ned with mild detergent and warm water.

Manual background Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth.

Manual background It is recommended that the unit be cleaned each time it is defrosted to help keep the unit odor free and running efficiently.

Vacation Time

Manual background Remove all the food.

Manual background Unplug the freezer.

Manual background Clean the freezer.

Manual background Leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or odors.

Manual background Use extreme caution in the case of children. The unit should not be accessible to child’s play.

Manual background Short vacations: Leave the freezer operating during vacations of less than three weeks.

Manual background 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 or have the door removed.

Moving Your Freezer

Manual background Unplug the freezer.

Manual background Remove all the food.

Manual background Securely tape down all loose items inside your freezer.

Manual background Tape the doors shut.

Manual background Be sure the freezer stays in the upr ight position during transportation.

Energy Saving Tips

Manual background The freezer should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing appliances or heating ducts, and out of the direct sunlight.

Manual background Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the freezer. Overloading the freezer forces the compressor to run longer. Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality, or spoil.

Manual background Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containersdry before placing them in the freezer. This cuts down on frost build-up inside the freezer.

Manual background Freezer should not be lined with aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the freezer less efficient.

Manual background 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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Sunbeam SBUF3W Care And Maintenance, Defrosting Your Freezer, Helpful Hint, Cleaning Your Freezer, Vacation Time