Gibson CFU09M2HW1, Owner'S Manual

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7
Care and Cleaning
(continued)
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Defrosting
It is important to defrost and clean freezer when 1/4 to 1/2 inch of frost has
accumulated. Frost may tend to accumulate faster on upper part of freezer due to
warm, moist air entering freezer when door is opened. Remove food and leave
door open when defrosting freezer.
• On upright models with a defrost drain (Figure 1), remove drain plug on the
inside floor of the freezer by pulling straight out. To access external drain tube on
models with a base panel, first remove the two screws from the base panel.
Locate the drain tube near the left center under the freezer. Place a shallow pan
under the drain tube. Defrost water will drain out. Check pan occasionally so
water does not overflow. A 1/2 inch garden hose adapter can be used to drain the
freezer directly into a floor drain. If your model is not equipped with an adapter, one
can be purchased at most hardware stores. Replace the drain plug when defrosting
and cleaning are completed. If the drain is left open, warm air may enter freezer.
• On chest models with a defrost drain, place a shallow pan or the Divider/Drain
Pan (some models) beneath the drain outlet (Figure 2). A one half inch garden hose
adapter can be used to drain the freezer directly into a floor drain (Figure 3). If your
model is not equipped with an adapter, one can be purchased at most hardware
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 water
does not overflow. Replace the drain plugs when defrosting is completed.
• On models without a defrost drain, place towels or newspapers on the freezer
bottom to catch the frost. The frost will loosen and fall. Remove towels and/or
newspapers.
• 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 door. Frost should soften in about 15 minutes. Repeat this procedure if
necessary.
Cleaning the Inside
After defrosting, wash inside surfaces of the freezer with a solution of two
tablespoons of baking soda in one 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 and door basket 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.
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.
Vacation and Moving Tips
Short Vacations: Leave the freezer operating during vacations of less than three
weeks.
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 freezer door open slightly, blocking it open if
necessary.
Moving: 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,
If leaving freezer door
open while on vacation, make certain
that children cannot get into the
freezer and become entrapped.
WARNING
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Figure 3
DRAIN PLUG
DRAIN
TUBE
BASE
PANEL
SCREWS
PAN
DEFROST
DRAIN PLUG
HOSE
ADAPTOR
DEFROST
DRAIN PLUG
DRAIN
PLUG