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CARE AND CLEANING
CAUTION
Damp objects stick to cold metal
surfaces. Do not touch interior metal
surfaces with wet or damp hands.
Between Defrostings
To avoid frequent defrosting, occasionally
use a plastic scraper to remove frost.
Scrape with a pulling motion. Never use a
metal instrument to remove frost.
CAUTION
Freezer must be unplugged (to avoid
electrical hazard) from power source
when cleaning or defrosting unit.
Defrosting
It is important to defrost and clean the
freezer when
¼
to
½
inch of frost has ac-
cumulated. Frost may tend to accumulate
faster on the upper part of the unit due
to warm, moist air entering the freezer
when the door is opened. Remove food
and leave the lid open when defrosting
the unit.
If the frost is soft, remove it by using a
plastic scraper. If the frost is glazed and
hard, unscrew drain plug on floor of freez-
er, and unscrew outside drain plug located
on the lower left front of the freezer. Place
a shallow pan beneath the drain outlet to
collect water. Check pan occasionally so
water does not overflow. Replace the drain
plugs once defrosting is completed.
Drain
Plug
Cleaning the Inside
After defrosting, wash inside surfaces of
the freezer with a solution of 2 table-
spoons (25 grams) of baking soda in 1
quart (1.136 litres) 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 alka-
line solutions on any surface. Do not wash
removable parts in a dishwasher.
Cleaning the Outside
Wash the cabinet with warm water and
mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe
dry with a clean soft cloth. Replace parts
and food.
WARNING
If leaving freezer lid open while on vaca-
tion, make certain that children cannot
get into the unit and become entrapped.
Long Vacations:
If the freezer will not be
used for several months, remove all food
and unplug the power cord. Clean and
dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent
odor and mold growth, leave the lid open
slightly, blocking it open if necessary.
Moving:
Disconnect the power cord
plug from the wall outlet. Remove food,
defrost, and then clean the unit. Secure
all loose items, such as baskets, by
taping them securely in place to prevent
damage. In the moving vehicle, secure
the freezer in an upright position, and
secure to prevent movement. Also protect
outside of the unit with a blanket, or
similar item.
