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Freezer Optional
Features 

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Blue Defrost button 

(Some Chest Models)

IMPORTANT

:It is time to defrost and clean the freezer when the blue defrost

button is completely covered with frost.

Power Cord Clamp

The clamp prevents the power cord from being accidently unplugged. Remember
when removing or replacing the electrical cord, to remove or replace the power cord
clamp.

Slide-Out Basket

 (upright models)

The Slide-Out Basket, located at the bottom of the freezer provides separate
storage space for items that are difficult to store on freezer shelves.  To remove the
basket, pull out, and lift up.

Security Lock with Pop-Out Key

This security lock fastens the door snugly, ensuring that stored food is secure.  To
lock or unlock the freezer, push the key into the lock and turn. The key pops out
of the lock after it has been turned.

Interior Light

The light comes on automatically when the door is opened. To replace the light bulb,
turn the temperature control to OFF and unplug the electrical cord. Replace the old
bulb with a bulb of the same wattage.

Adjustable Shelf

 (upright models)

This shelf can be moved to one of two positions. Lift the shelf up and out to move
to the desired position.

Defrost Drain

The defrost drain provides a method of draining the water during defrosting and
cleaning. See "Defrosting" in Care and Cleaning Section.

Slide-Aside Basket

 (chest models)

This basket helps organize odd-shaped items. To reach other packages in the
freezer, slide the basket aside or lift out.

Divider/Drain Pan

 (chest models)

The Divider/Drain Pan doubles as a convenient storage area and serves as a shallow
drain pan when defrosting. To remove, lift pan straight up out of the supports, and
out of the chest.

Fast Freezing Shelves 

(upright models)

These shelves contain cooling coils to freeze foods quickly and allow cold air to
constantly circulate throughout the freezer. Do not use sharp metal objects such
as ice picks or scrapers to clean the shelves. This could damage the shelves and
reduce their cooling ability. These shelves are not adjustable.

Tilt-Out Shelf

This shelf is located inside on the freezer door and provides additional storage
space. To access an item, tilt top of "basket" shelf down.

Drop Front 

(upright models)

The Drop Front, located at the bottom of the freezer, provides a separate
compartment for small irregular shaped items or large, bulky items. Lift the front up
and out to remove.

Slide-Aside Basket

Tilt-Out Shelf

Summary of Contents for AFFU2068DW1

Page 1: ...t Registration 2 2 4 3 5 5 6 7 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: ...r as soon as possible The information contained in this Owner s Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and care for your product Please read through the information contained in your literature pack to learn more about your new appliance Record Your Model and Serial Numbers Record the Model No and Serial No of this freezer in the space provided below ModelNo ___________________________...

Page 3: ...oitsownproperlygroundedthree prongreceptacle protectedwitha15amptimedelayfuseorcircuitbreaker The receptaclemustbeinstalledinaccordancewiththelocalcodesandordinances Consult a qualified electrician Receptacles protected by Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters GFCI are NOT RECOMMENDED DO NOT use an extension cord or adapter plug If voltage varies by 10 percent or more freezer performance may be affect...

Page 4: ...pads and floor Cleaning Washanyremovableparts thefreezerinterior andexteriorwithmilddetergent and warm water Wipe dry DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS ON THESE SURFACES Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels Any glue left from the tape can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent or touch the residue with ...

Page 5: ... willalsoglow TheTempAlarmfeatureoperates on household electricity If power fails the alarm will not function An ON OFF switch allows you to deactivate the Temp Alarm when not wanted The freezer is shipped with the Temp Alarm in the OFF position After freezer has run approximately4hours theredlight ifequipped willgooff Thenyoumayactivate the Temp Alarm without the alarm sounding Press the ON switc...

Page 6: ...ift the shelf up and out to move to the desired position Defrost Drain The defrost drain provides a method of draining the water during defrosting and cleaning See Defrosting in Care and Cleaning Section Slide Aside Basket chest models This basket helps organize odd shaped items To reach other packages in the freezer slide the basket aside or lift out Divider Drain Pan chest models TheDivider Drai...

Page 7: ...tequippedwithanadapter onecanbepurchasedatmosthardware stores Pull out the drain plug inside the freezer and pull off the outside defrost drain plug Figure 4 Defrost water will drain out Check pan occasionally so waterdoesnotoverflow Replacethedrainplugswhendefrostingiscompleted Onmodelswithoutadefrostdrain placetowelsornewspapersonthefreezerbottom tocatchthefrost Thefrostwillloosenandfall Removet...

Page 8: ... hours if the freezeriskeptclosed Ifthepowerfailurecontinues packsevenoreightpoundsof dry ice into the freezer every 24 hours Look in the Yellow Pages under Dry Ice Dairies or Ice Cream Manufacturers for local dry ice suppliers Always wear gloves and use caution when handling dry ice If the freezer has stopped operating see Freezer does not run in the Avoid Service Checklist Section of this manual...

Page 9: ...uently Warm air enters the freezer every time the door is opened Open the door less often Freezer door may be slightly open See OCCURRENCE Door Problems Temperature control is set too cold Turn the control knob to a warmer setting Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Freezer gasket is dirty worn cracked or poorly fitted Clean or change gasket Leaks in the door seal will cause freez...

Page 10: ...the freezer Freezer is touching the wall Level the freezer or move freezer slightly Refer to Leveling in the First Steps section Moisture forms on inside freezer walls Weather is hot and humid which increases internal rate of frost build up This is normal Door is slightly open See OCCURRENCE Door Problems Door is kept open too long or is opened too frequently Open the door less often Moisture form...

Page 11: ...by Electrolux Home Products Inc We authorize no person to change or add to any of our obligations under this warranty Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by us or an authorized Electrolux Home Products Inc servicer In Canada your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use and the consumer...

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