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4. Electrical connection
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This appliance should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this
appliance is equipped with a three-prong plug which mates with standard three-prong
wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock.
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Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power
cord supplied.
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Plug the appliance into an exclusive, properly installed, grounded wall outlet. Any
questions regarding power and/or grounding should be directed toward a certified
electrician or an authorized Summit service center.
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It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. Use
a receptacle that cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain.
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The use of extension cords is strongly discouraged.
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This appliance requires a standard 115/120-volt, 60 Hz electrical outlet with three-prong
ground and a 15-amp fuse. To prevent accidental injury, the power cord should be
secured behind the appliance and not left exposed or dangling.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning or removing a light bulb, turn the
thermostat control to
0
(OFF) and then disconnect the unit from the electrical power
source. When you are finished, reconnect the freezer to the power source and reset the
temperature control to the desired setting.
Operation
1. Before the freezer is plugged in, check the following:
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All electrical wiring must be undamaged.
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Grounding screw must be in place.
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The wall outlet must be properly grounded.
Check the electrical conditions before plugging in the freezer.
2. When operating for the first time
With the freezer empty, turn the thermostat to its highest setting. It should reach a steady
temperature in 2 to 3 hours. Then turn the thermostat to its required setting and place foods
inside.
3. Temperature control
The temperature in the freezer is controlled by turning the knob of the thermostat. A setting
of
0
switches the unit off, and
3
is the coldest setting. The closer to the
3
position the knob is
Warning
Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the
power cord is damaged, have it replaced by an authorized service technician.
