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If the frost is soft, remove it by using a plastic 

scraper. If the frost is glazed and hard, fill 

deep pans with hot water and place them on 

the freezer bottom. Close the freezer lid. Frost 

should soften in about 15 minutes. Repeat this 

procedure if necessary.

Cleaning

After defrosting, wash inside and outside 

surfaces of the freezer with a solution of two 

(2) tablespoons of baking soda in one (1) 

quart (1.136 liters) warm water. Rinse and dry. 

Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth 

when cleaning in the area of the controls, or 

any electrical parts.

Wash the removable parts with the baking 

soda solution mentioned above, or mild 

detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry. 

NEVER

 use metallic scouring pads, brushes, 

abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any 

surface. 

DO NOT

 wash removable parts in a 

dishwasher. Replace parts and food.

Care and Cleaning

Leave the appliance operating during periods 

of non-use of less than three (3) weeks.

Periods of Non-use and  

Moving Tips

Long Periods of Non-use

If the appliance will not be used for several 

months:

•  Remove all food and unplug the power 

cord.

•  Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
• 

Leave the appliance door open slightly, 

blocking it open if necessary, to prevent 
odor and mold growth.

Moving

When moving the appliance , follow these 

guidelines to  

prevent damage:

•  Disconnect the power cord plug from the 

wall outlet.

•  Remove foods, then defrost, and clean 

the appliance .

• 

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 appliance 

in an upright position to prevent 

movement. Also, protect outside of 

appliance with a blanket or similar item.

Defrost

Drain Plug

Pan

Figure 1

Drain

Plug

Figure 2

Summary of Contents for CHEST FREEZER

Page 1: ...ration 2 Important Safety Instructions 2 First Steps 3 Appliance Start up 5 Features 6 Care and Cleaning 6 Energy Saving Tips 8 Power Failure 8 Before You Call 9 WiringDiagram 11 Warranty 12 READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS A03481801 February 2015 ...

Page 2: ...y Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this unit or any other appliance Read product labels for flammability and other warnings WARNING Child Safety Destroy carton plastic bags and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the appliance is unpacked Children should never use these items for play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads plastic she...

Page 3: ...red under the warranty If you suspect your voltage is high or low consult your power company for testing To prevent the appliance from being turned off accidentally do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord DO NOT pinch knot or bend the power cord in any manner Other Precautions Parts and Accessories Using a utility knife with a sharp short blade cut along the pe...

Page 4: ...B Screws 16 C Casters 4 1 With an assistant tilt the unit until it is resting on its back Take care to protect the back from being scratched during this process 2 Using the wrench provided and the sixteen 16 screws install all four 4 casters in the tapped holes in the bottom of the unit Tighten the screws securely 3 With an assistant tilt the unit back up onto its casters 4 To prevent unintended m...

Page 5: ...ading with food The appliance will run continuously for the first several hours Do not place any food in the appliance until after the first 24 hours of operation Thermostat Setting The appliance is shipped from the factory with the thermostat set at about the mid point of the operating range Adjustments colder or warmer can be made after the appliance has been running for at least 8 hours Allow a...

Page 6: ... defrost drain plug Figure 2 Defrost water will drain out Check pan occasionally so water does not overflow Replace the drain plugs when defrosting is completed Features Security Lock This security lock fastens the lid snugly ensuring that stored food is secure To lock or unlock the freezer slide the key into the lock and turn The key pops out of the lock after it has been turned Adjustable Temper...

Page 7: ...urface DO NOT wash removable parts in a dishwasher Replace parts and food Care and Cleaning Leave the appliance operating during periods of non use of less than three 3 weeks Periods of Non use and Moving Tips Long Periods of Non use If the appliance will not be used for several months Remove all food and unplug the power cord Clean and dry the interior thoroughly Leave the appliance door open sli...

Page 8: ...ot overstock the product in the cabinet because it will block the normal air flow See illustration below Energy Saving Tips 5 This appliance operates more efficiently in a cooler ambient temperature than in a hot ambient temperature Try to maintain an ambient temperature below 80ºF 27ºC and 65 RH Relative Humidity for maximum efficiency Power Failure If a power failure occurs pack seven or eight p...

Page 9: ...rn control knob to a warmer setting Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Clean or change gasket Leaks in the lid seal will cause appli ance to run longer in order to maintain desired temperature Deactivate Maxfreeze switch Interior appliance tem perature is too cold Temperature control is set too low MaxFreeze switch is ON Turn control knob to a warmer setting Allow several hours f...

Page 10: ...hing the wall Level the appliance by putting wood or metal shims under part of the appliance Ensure floor can adequately support appliance Level the appliance Re level appliance or move appliance slightly WATER MOISTURE FROST INSIDE APPLIANCE Moisture forms on inside appliance walls Weather is hot and humid which increases internal rate of frost build up This is normal ODOR IN APPLIANCE Odors in a...

Page 11: ...should not attempt to make repairs due to the possibility of electrical shock Disconnect the power cord before servicing IMPORTANT IF ANY GREEN GROUNDING WIRES ARE REMOVED DURING SERVICING THEY MUST BE RETURNED TO THEIR ORIGINAL POSITION AND PROPERLY SECURED ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT ELECTRICA ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT ELECTR ...

Page 12: ...zed service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God 17 Labor costs after ninety 90 days from your original date of purchase incurred for product repair or replacement as provided herein for appliances operated by a concessionaire or vendor in a trailer or other motorized vehicle or at varying locations DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES...

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