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Defrosting your Freezer
•
For the most efficient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost the
freezer when the frost on the freezer walls is excessive or ¼ to ½ inch thick.
•
Choose a time when the stock of frozen food is low.
CAUTION: Do not use boiling water because it may damage the plastic parts. In addition, never use
a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the cooling coils and will
void the warranty. We recommend using a plastic scraper.
To defrost:
1. Remove the frozen food from the freezer and place it in another cooling device to protect the
food.
2. Turn the thermostat knob to “
0
”.
3. Unplug the freezer. The
Power
light will go off.
4. Remove the drain plug on the floor of the freezer by pulling straight out. During defrosting, the
ice melts into the cabinet. Leave the door open.
5. Place a shallow pan outside the drain outlet. The defrost water will drain out.
6. Check the pan occasionally so the water does not overflow.
7. Clean and thoroughly dry the interior of the freezer.
8. Replace the plug on the inside floor.
9. Close the door and plug in the freezer.
10. Reset the thermostat to the desired setting.
11. Allow several hours for the cabinet to cool down.
12. Return food to the freezer, wiping off packages if they are covered with moisture.
NOTE:
Defrosting usually takes a few hours. Leaving the door open will help speed the process.
Also, pouring warm water (not boiling) on the ice/frost will speed melting. If you must use a
scraper, it should be plastic and not wood or metal. Use caution: it is very easy to damage
the freezer compartment and void your warranty.
CALIFORNIA CARB/SNAP DISCLOSURE
This product uses eco-friendly hydrocarbon refrigerant and fully complies with California
CARB regulations.
However, we are required by California Law to provide the following disclosure statement in every
product sold in California.
"This equipment is prohibited from use in California with any refrigerants on the 'List of Prohibited
Substances' for that specific end-use, in accordance with California Code of Regulations, title 17,
section 95374. This disclosure statement has been reviewed and approved by Felix Storch, Inc. and
Felix Storch, Inc. attests, under penalty of perjury, that these statements are true and accurate
."
This product does
not
use any refrigerants on the 'List of Prohibited Substances'"
