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Installation 

REMOVE PACKAGING MATERIALS 

IMPORTANT: Do not remove any permanent instruction labels or the data label on your upright freezer 

 

REMOVE TAPE AND CLUE FROM YOUR UPRIGHT FREEZER BEFORE USING

 

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To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be 
easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with 
warm water and dry. 

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Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. 
These products can damage the surface of your upright freezer. 

 

CLEANING BEFORE USE

 

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After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of your upright freezer before using it. 

 

 

INSTALLATION CLEARANCES

 

Your upright freezer should be conveniently located for day-to-day use in a dry, well-ventilated room. Do not in-
stall the upright freezer where the temperature will go below 50°F or above 90°F, because it will not maintain 
proper temperatures. Be sure to install your upright freezer on a floor strong enough to support it when it is fully 
loaded. 

 

FREESTANDING INSTALLATION 

A freestanding installation will allow you to install the upright freezer in any place you desire provided that the re-
quired clearance space around the appliance is respected. In every setting, there must be adequate ventilation 
and access for service.  Never install or operate the unit in an enclosed area, such as a closed cabinet. 

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Before connecting the upright freezer to the power source, let it stand upright for approximately 4 hours. This 
will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation. 

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The normal operation of the upright freezer depends on heat radiation from the condenser. Allow at least 6 
inches of space between the back and sides of the appliance, which allows the proper air circulation to cool 
the compressor and condenser. The installation should allow the upright freezer to be pulled forward for ser-
vicing if necessary. 

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This unit MUST be installed in an area protected from the elements, e.g., wind, rain, water spray or drips. Do 
NOT use the upright freezer in outdoor setting.  

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The upright freezer should not be located next to ovens, grills or other high heat resources. 

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Too much humidity in the air will cause frost to form quickly on the evaporator requiring more frequent de-
frosting of the upright freezer.  

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Avoid locating the appliance in area that may be exposed to excessive moisture.  

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The upright freezer must be installed with all electrical requirements followed. 

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The unit should be located on a hard and level surface that can support the unit when it is full. It is important 
for the upright freezer to be level in order to work properly. If needed, you can adjust the height of the upright 
freezer by turning the feet. See the “Leveling the Upright Freezer” section. 

 

Excessive Weight Hazard 

Two or more people should move and install upright freezer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. 

Summary of Contents for UDF-138DW

Page 1: ...eep Freezer White Congratulations on your new Whynter product To ensure proper operation please read this Instruction Manual carefully before using this product Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference Model UDF 138DW INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...ntents PAGE Safety Precautions 3 4 Parts and Accessories 5 Product Features Technical Data 6 Installation 7 8 Operation and Controls 9 10 Cleaning and Maintenance 11 12 Troubleshooting 13 14 Warranty Information 15 ...

Page 3: ...of the upright freezer remove gaskets latches and the entire upright freezer door from your unused appliance so that children or small animals cannot be trapped inside The upright freezer is an electrical appliance To avoid serious injury from electrical shock do not operate the upright freezer with wet hands while standing on a wet surface or while standing in water To avoid the risk of shock the...

Page 4: ...ngly recommended that you do not use an extension cord with this appliance However if you must use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL CUL Listed 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rat ing of the cord be 15 amperes and 115 volts Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire electric shock...

Page 5: ...3 Wheel Rollers 2 2 Control Panel 6 Light Switch 10 Air Outlet 14 Compressor 3 Door Hinge Cover 7 Light 11 Slide out Freezer Wire Basket 1 15 Drip Tray 4 Leveling Leg 8 Temperature Sensor 12 Removable Freezer Door Rack Shelves 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 BOTTOM REAR SECTION 13 14 15 ...

Page 6: ...ctive yet energy efficient look inside Wheel rollers lets you easily transport or move your freezer whenever the need arises 4 sliding cabinet shelves and 1 sliding bulk storage basket offers versatility and flexibility to or ganize your favorite foods for quick and easy access 5 removable freezer door rack shelves for quick access and easy selection Audible alarms for high temperature fluctuation...

Page 7: ...perate the unit in an enclosed area such as a closed cabinet Before connecting the upright freezer to the power source let it stand upright for approximately 4 hours This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation The normal operation of the upright freezer depends on heat radiation from the condenser Allow at least 6 inches of space betw...

Page 8: ...a tion To install the handle please follow the instructions below Install the two screws onto the door holes as shown Make sure that the screws are securely installed Carefully line up the door handle to the installed screws Secure the door handle in place by tightening the pre installed recessed screws using the wrench provided LEVELING THE UPRIGHT FREEZER It is important for the upright freezer ...

Page 9: ...temperature inside the upright freezer cabinet to rise 4 Lock Unlock Button This feature prevents someone from accidentally changing the temperature and quick freeze settings The upright freezer automatically locks the control panel after 30 seconds if no buttons are pressed To deacti vate the control lockout press and hold the Lock Unlock button for three seconds and an audible chime will be hear...

Page 10: ...s you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your upright freezer STORING FROZEN FOOD For safe food storage allow 4 hours for the freezer to cool down completely The freezer will run continuous ly for the first several hours Foods that are already frozen may be placed in the freezer after the first few hours of operation Unfrozen food should NOT be placed in the freezer until ...

Page 11: ...t PROLONGED OFF PERIODS If the upright freezer is not to be used for a long period of time disconnect upright freezer from main power supply Clean and dry the inside as instructed Leave the upright freezer door open to prevent any mold and mildew growth Usage Tips Keep the upright freezer s door closed as much as possible Try not to open the door too frequently es pecially when weather is hot and ...

Page 12: ...onger 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 upright freezer This cuts down on frost buildup inside the upright freezer Freezer shelves should not be lined with aluminum foil wax paper or paper toweling Liners interfere with cold air circulation making the upright freezer less efficient Organize and l...

Page 13: ...ght freezer door re currently Make sure to close upright freezer door Follow recommended clearance measurements If temperature is higher than 90 F the unit need longer to cool to the set temperature The compressor does not run The controller is faulty the power indicator is not on The thermostat is set too high and the ambient temperature is too low Contact Whynter Service Department via email at ...

Page 14: ... resolved Try the troubleshooting suggestions below to see if the problems can be resolved before having to contact the service department Display Status Function Response Internal temperature setting is displayed Normal Operation None Alternating E and 7 8 or 9 High temperature inside the freezer cabinet Operational error Make sure door is properly closed Contact Whynter Service Department via em...

Page 15: ...se tampering or failure to follow the care and special handling provisions in the instructions Damage to the finish of the case or other appearance parts caused by wear Damage caused by repairs or alterations to the product by anyone other than authorized by the manufacturer Freight and Insurance cost for the warranty service DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE ...

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