Planning a Scheduled Vacation
Remove all the food.
Unplug the freezer.
Clean the freezer.
Leave the door slightly open to avoid possible formation of
condensation, mold, or odors.
Use extreme caution in the case of children. The unit should not be
accessible to child
’s play.
Short vacations:
Leave the freezer operating during vacations of less
than three weeks.
Long vacations:
If the appliance 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 door slightly
open, blocking it open if necessary or have the door removed.
Moving Your Freezer
Remove all the food.
Securely tape down all loose items inside your freezer.
Remove the rollers to prevent damage.
Tape the doors shut.
Be sure the freezer stays in the upright position during transportation.
Energy Saving Tips
The freezer should be located in the coolest area of the room, away
from heat producing appliances or heating ducts, and out of direct
sunlight.
Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing them in the
freezer. Overloading the freezer forces the compressor to run longer.
Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality, or spoil.
Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before placing
them in the freezer. This cuts down on frost build-up inside the freezer.
Freezer storage bin should not be lined with aluminum foil, wax paper,
or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the
freezer less efficient.
Organize and label food to reduce door opening and extended searches.
Remove as many items as needed at one time, and close the door as
soon as possible.
PROBLEMS WITH YOUR FREEZER
You can solve many common freezer problems easily, saving you the cost of a
possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the
problem before calling technical service.
