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PROBLEM

Bubbling or gurgling sound, 

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Refrigerant (used to cool freezer) is 
circulating throughout the system.

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This is normal.

Vibrating or rattling noise.

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Freezer is not level. It rocks on the 
floor when it is moved slightly.

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Level the freezer by putting wood or metal shims 
under part of the freezer.

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Floor is uneven or weak.

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Ensure floor can adequately support freezer. Level 
the freezer by putting wood or metal shims under part 
of the freezer.

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Freezer is touching the wall.

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Re-level freezer or move freezer slightly.

Moisture forms on inside 
freezer walls.

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Weather is hot and humid, which 
increases internal rate of frost build-
up.

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This is normal.

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Door/lid is slightly open.

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See "Door/lid Problems".

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Door/lid is kept open too long or is 
opened too frequently.

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Open the door/lid less often.

Moisture forms on outside 
freezer walls.

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Door/lid is slightly open.

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See "Door/lid Problems".

Odors in freezer.

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Interior needs to be cleaned.

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Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and baking 
soda.

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Foods with strong odors are in the 
freezer.

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Cover the food tightly.

Door/lid will not close.

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Freezer is not level. It rocks on the 
floor when it is moved slightly.

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Level the freezer by putting wood or metal shims 
under part of the freezer.

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Floor is uneven or weak.

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Ensure floor can adequately support freezer. Level 
the freezer by putting wood or metal shims under part 
of the freezer.

Light bulb is not on.

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The fluorescent lamp or light bulb is 
burned out.

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See "Fluorescent Lamp" or "Interior Light" on 
Features Section.

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No electric current is reaching the 
appliance.

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See "Freezer Does Not Run".

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Water pressure is too low.
The freezer is not cold enough.

AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER NOT WORKING (IF EQUIPPED)

Ensure the Wire Signal Arm is not in the "UP" position.
Ice maker should produce 4 to 5 pounds of ice in a 24 hour period.
Water supply is turned off.

Automatic ice maker not 

working (some models).

LIGHT BULB IS NOT ON

ODOR IN FREEZER

WATER / MOISTURE / FROST INSIDE FREEZER

CAUSE

CORRECTION

SOUND AND NOISE (Cont.)

DOOR/LID PROBLEMS

WATER / MOISTURE / FROST OUTSIDE FREEZER

Summary of Contents for 297079200

Page 1: ...gistration 2 2 3 4 2 3 4 4 6 7 8 8 9 10 11 Energy Saving Ideas Important Safety Instructions First Steps Setting the Temperature Control Freezer Optional Features Care and Cleaning Power Failure Freezer Failure Avoid Service Checklist Warranty Freezer Use Care Manual ...

Page 2: ...al number of this freezer in the space provided below Model No Serial No RegisterYourProduct The self addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD shown above should be filled in completely signed and returned to Electrolux Home Products This Use and Care Guide provides operating instructions for your model Use your freezer only as instructed in this Use and Care Guide Energy Saving Ideas The freezer shoul...

Page 3: ...tacle Turning the control to OFF turns off the compressor but does not disconnect power to other electrical components First Steps Before starting the freezer follow these important first steps Installation Freezer Placement Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet The freezer should be located where surrounding temperature will not exceed 110ºF 43ºC Temperatures of 32ºF 0ºC and be...

Page 4: ...ezer 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...

Page 5: ...e buzzer will turn on again If the ALARM OFF button is not pressed the buzzer will turn itself off automatically after 48 hours but the red Temp Alarm light will continue to blink Electronic Temperature Alarm Some Electronic UprightModels Refer to the Electronics Control Guide supplied when you purchase a deluxe electronic upright model Slide Out Basket Some Upright Models The slide out basket loc...

Page 6: ... side opposite that in which you are removing the tabs in order to get a larger gap between the edge of the supporting shelf and the liner wall Chest Divider Some Chest Models Use these clever dividers to custom arrange a variety of different sized storage bins in the bottom of your chest freezer Use the peel n stick labels found in your literature packet to help remind you which items are stored ...

Page 7: ...he freezer To Defrost Chest Models with Defrost Drain Place a shallow pan or the Divider Drain Pan if equipped beneath the drain outlet Pull out the outside drain plug see figure 2 A inch garden hose adapter can be used to drain the freezer directly into a floor drain see figure 3 If your model is not equipped with an adapter one can be purchased at most hardware stores Pull out the drain plug ins...

Page 8: ...old growth Moving When moving the freezer follow these guidelines to prevent damage Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet Remove foods then defrost and clean the freezer Secure all loose items such as base panel baskets and shelves by taping them securely in place to prevent damage In the moving vehicle secure freezer in an upright position to prevent movement Also protect outside of...

Page 9: ...urs for the temperature to stabilize Interior freezer temperature is too warm Temperature control is set too warm Turn control knob to a colder setting Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Door lid is opened too frequently or kept open too long Warm air entering the freezer causes it to run more Open the door lid less often Freezer door lid may be slightly open See Door lid Problem...

Page 10: ...e cleaned Clean interior with sponge warm water and baking soda Foods with strong odors are in the freezer Cover the food tightly Door lid will not close Freezer is not level It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Level the freezer by putting wood or metal shims under part of the freezer Floor is uneven or weak Ensure floor can adequately support freezer Level the freezer by putting wood ...

Page 11: ...cidents fires or acts of God 14 Labor costs after ninety 90 days from your original date of purchase incurred for product repair or replacement as provided herein for carry in appliances DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES...

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