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First Steps
Before starting the freezer, follow these important first steps:
Installation
• Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet.
• The freezer should be located where surrounding temperatures will not exceed
110°F (43°C). Temperatures of 32°F (0°C) and below will NOT affect freezer
operation. Additional compressor heaters are not recommended.
• Allow space around the unit for good air circulation. Leave a 4 inch (101.6
mm) space on all sides of the freezer for adequate circulation.
Leveling
(Some models)
The freezer must have all bottom corners resting firmly on a solid floor. The floor
must be strong enough to support a fully loaded freezer.
NOTE:
It is VERY IM-
PORTANT for your freezer to be level in order to function properly. If the freezer
is not leveled during installatioin, the door may be misaligned and not close or
seal properly, causing cooling, frost, or moisture problems.
Cleaning
• Wash any removable parts, the freezer interior, and exterior with mild
detergent 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 the sticky side of tape already removed.
DO NOT REMOVE
THE SERIAL PLATE.
Setting the
Temperature Control
Cool Down Period
•
For safe food storage, allow 4 hours for freezer to cool down completely.
The freezer will run continuously for the first several hours. Foods that are
already frozen may be placed in freezer after the first few hours of operation.
Unfrozen foods should NOT be loaded into freezer until freezer has operated
for 4 hours.
• When loading freezer, freeze only 3 pounds of fresh food per cubic foot of
freezer space at one time. Distribute packages to be frozen evenly throughout
the freezer. It is not necessary to turn control knob to a colder setting while
freezing foo
d.
Temperature Control
The temperature control is located inside the freezer on upright models, and
on the front outside wall on chest models. 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 sat
-
isfaction. If a colder temperature is desired, turn the temperature control knob
toward COLDEST and allow several hours for temperatures to stabilize between
adjustments.
Freezer Optional
Features
Security Lock with Pop-Out Key
(Some models)
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.
Defrost Drain
The defrost drain provides a method of draining the water during defrosting and
cleaning. See "Defrosting" in Care and Cleaning Section.
Power On Light
The Power On Light indicates that the freezer is properly connected to electrical
power.The light glows even when the temperature control is turned to OFF. If the
light goes out, refer to "Freezer does not run" in the Avoid Service Checklist.
Turn
Left To
Raise
Turn
Right To
Lower
Leveling Leg
Cold Control
