FI
3
RST
FIRST STEPS
This Owner’s Guide provides specific operating instruc-
tions for your model. Use the freezer only as instructed in
this Owner’s Guide.
Before starting the freezer, follow
these important first steps.
INSTAllATION
•
Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical
outlet.
Do Not
use an extension cord or an adapter
plug.
•
For the most efficient operation, the freezer should
be located where surrounding temperatures will not
exceed 110°F (43°C). Temperatures of 32°F (0°C) and
below will NOT affect freezer operation. Additional
compressor heaters are not recommended.
•
Allow space around the unit for good air circulation.
Leave a 3 inch (75 mm) space on all sides of the
freezer for adequate circulation.
NOTE:
The exterior walls of the freezer may become quite
warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from the
inside. Temperatures as much as 30° F warmer than room
temperature can be expected. For this reason it is particu-
larly important in hotter climates to allow enough space for
air circulation around your freezer.
lEVElING
The freezer must have all bottom corners resting firmly on
a solid floor. The floor must be strong enough to support
a fully loaded freezer.
NOTE:
It is
VERY IMPORTANT
for
your freezer to be level in order to function properly. If the
freezer is not leveled during installation, the door may be
misaligned and not close or seal properly, causing cooling,
frost, or moisture problems.
To level Upright Models:
After discarding crating screws and wood base, use a car-
penter’s level to level the freezer from front-to-back. Adjust
the plastic leveling feet in front, ½ bubble higher, so that
the door closes easily when left halfway open.
WARNING
ElECTRICAl INFORMATION
These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety
mechanisms in the design of this freezer will operate prop-
erly.
•
Refer to the serialplate for correct electrical rating.
The power cord of the appiiance is equipped with a
three prong plug for your protection against shock
hazards. It must be plugged directly into a properly
groundedthree prong receptacle, protected with a 15
amp timedelay fuse or circuit breaker. The receptacle
must be installed in accordance with local codes
and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician.
Receptacles protected by Ground Fault Interrupters
(GFI) are
NOT RECOMMENDED. DO NOT USE AN
EXTENSION CORD OR ADAPTER PlUG.
•
If voltage varies by 10%
or more, freezer performance
may be affected. Operating freezer with insufficient
power can damage the motor. Such damage is
not covered under the warranty. If you suspect your
household voltage is high or low, consult your power
company for testing.
•
To prevent the freezer from being turned off
accidentically, do not plug unit into an outlet controlled
by a wall switch or pull cord.
•
Do not pinch, knot, or bend the cord in any manner.
OThER PRECAUTIONS
•
To defrost freezer, always unplug unit first.
•
Never unplug the freezer by pulling on the cord.
Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out from
the receptacle.
•
Turning the temperature control to OFF turns off the
compressor, but does not disconnect the power to the
light bulb or other electrical components.
Avoid fire hazard or electric
shock. Do not use an extension cord or
an adapter plug. Do not remove any
prong from the power cord.
Grounding type
wall receptacle
Power supply
cord with 3-prong
grounding plug
Do not, under any
circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
