Set cold control - The cold control is lo- cated inside your freezer on the right wall. To start, turn cold control to middle of dial. This position will maintain zero zone tem- peratures under normal operating condi- tions. Turn the cold control to a higher number for colder temperatures or a lower number for less cold temperatures.
Let freezer cool before filling - Allow freezer to cool 4 to 6 hours before filling with frozen food. Let it cool overnight before adding a quantity of fresh food to be frozen. As freezer cools, you will see frost forming on the shelves. It is normal for the frost to form first on the top shelves, and be heaviest there.
NOTE: When freezer first starts, the motor will run all the time until the cabinet is cooled to selected temperature. This first cooling may take 4 to 8 hours or longer depending upon the weather and the number of times the freezer door is opened. After the cabinet has cooled, the motor turns off. It will turn on and off as needed to keep the freezer at selected temperature.
The Power Saving Control is lo- cated inside the freezer. It con- trols electric heaters in the walls of the freezer that prevent con- densation of moisture on the out- side of the freezer during periods of high humidity. When humidity
in room is high, push switch toward HI to prevent conden- sation. When humidity is low, push switch toward LO to conserve electricity.
Exterior signal light - Located on the right side of the base grille, automatically indicates any power interruption to the freezer. When power is being supplied, the light will glow. If light does not glow, check immediately. The electric current may be off; the freezer may be disconnected from the outlet; or the warning light may be burned out.
Pounds of food to freeze at one time* |
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| Vegetables |
Size of Freezer | Meat or Fish | or Fruit |
20 cu. ft. | 40 | 60 |
*These amounts are based on USDA recommendations. If too many packages of unfrozen food are packed at one time into the freezer, the rate of freezing is too slow. Poor quality products result.
Package and seal carefully
Airtight packaging is the secret of success in freezing foods. Containers and wrappings should be
If food is not properly wrapped, freezer burn will result. When this happens, food dehydrates and is of poor quality.
The drugstore fold is recommended for efficiency and econ- omy. Bring the edges of the paper together and fold over until it fits tightly around the articles being wrapped (at least two folds).
Key eject lock
Your freezer is equipped with a key eject lock which can help reduce the hazard of child en- trapment. To lock or unlock the freezer it is necessary to man- ually hold the key in the lock while turning. The lock is spring loaded so the key can-
not be left in the lock. | . |
If key is lost, a replacement can be obtained from your dealer or a Whirlpool
Loading
Before loading with unfrozen food, turn cold control to cold- est position (highest number) and let freezer operate for several hours. This will speed up the rate of freezing. Lay packages to be frozen in a single layer so each rests on the freezing surface of a shelf. Allow space between packages for cold air to circulate.
Food will be frozen in about 18 to 24 hours, depending upon the kind of food, size and shape of the package and the amount to be frozen. Do not add more unfrozen food until previous load is frozen. If in doubt, wait 24 hours before adding more unfrozen food.
When food is frozen, return cold control to its usual setting.
How to freeze food in your freezer
When freezer has cooled to selected temperature, it may be loaded with frozen food. However, when you plan to freeze a quantity of unfrozen food, use the following chart as a guide to the amount to freeze at one time.
Storing frozen food
When food is frozen, stack packages anywhere in the freezer. Make sure that packages do not extend beyond the shelf edge keeping the door from closing and sealing.
