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9. Replace all frozen food.
10. Plug in freezer or reconnect power.
11. Set temperature control to desired setting. See “Using the
Control.”
Defrosting and Cleaning Your Manual
Defrost Freezer
(on some models)
Defrost and clean your freezer when frost has built up to about
¹⁄₄
"
(0.6 cm) thickness, and thoroughly defrost and clean your freezer at
least once a year. In high humidity areas, a freezer may need more
frequent defrosting and cleaning.
Do not use abrasive cleaners on your freezer. Do not use cleaning
waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleaners containing
petroleum on plastic parts. Damage can occur.
NOTE: The drain cap must be removed before defrosting the freezer
and replaced securely afterward.
1. Press and hold TEMP SETTING for 3 seconds or turn knob to “0”
to turn off cooling.
2. Unplug freezer or disconnect power.
3. Remove all frozen food. Wrap frozen food in several layers of
newspaper and cover with a blanket. Food will stay frozen for
several hours. You may also store frozen food in a cooler, an
additional refrigerator or freezer, or a cool area.
4. Remove base grille.
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Open the freezer door and remove the base grille by removing
2 Phillips-head screws and pulling the grille toward you.
5. Reach under the unit and pull the drain hose out through the
opening. The drain hose carries defrost water out of the freezer,
and through the area behind the base grille. Place a large shallow
pan under the drain hose. Remove the drain cap inside freezer.
NOTE: Check the drain pan frequently to avoid water overflow.
Have a second pan handy for easier emptying.
6. Place pans of hot water in freezer with door open to speed melting.
Directing air from an electric fan into freezer will also help. Do not
place fan or any electrical device in freezer.
7. Use a plastic scraper to remove frost.
NOTE: Do not use an ice pick, knife, or other sharp-pointed tool to
defrost freezer. Damage can occur.
8. Wipe water from walls with a towel or sponge.
9. Wash the inside walls with a solution of mild detergent in warm
water or 2 tbs (26 mg) baking soda to 1 qt (0.95 L) warm water. Do
not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
10. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
11. Use the appropriate cleaning method for your exterior finish.
Painted metal: Wash exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth
and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh
cleaners, or cleaners designed for stainless steel. Dry thoroughly
with a soft cloth.
12. For models with a drain system, you should replace the drain hose,
drain cap and base grille.
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Replace the base grille by aligning the ends of the grille with the
leveling assemblies on each side and snapping the grille into
place. Reinstall the screws.
13. Replace all frozen food.
14. Plug in freezer or reconnect power.
15. Set temperature control to desired setting. See “Using the
Control.”
Changing the Light Bulb
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your freezer. Be sure to replace
the bulb with one of the same size, shape, and wattage.
Style 1—Manual Defrost Models
1. Unplug freezer or disconnect power.
2. Reach behind the light lens to remove bulb.
3. Replace bulb with a 40-watt maximum appliance bulb.
NOTE: Do not use an LED or colored light bulb as a replacement.
4. Plug in freezer or reconnect power.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
