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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning Your Freezer
• Upon installation of your new appliance, it is recommended that it be cleaned
thoroughly.
• Unplug the freezer, remove the food and storage basket.
• Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth containing a water and baking soda
solution. The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of
water.
• Wash the storage basket with a mild detergent solution.
• Be sure to keep the door gasket (seal) clean to keep the unit running efficiently.
• The outside of the freezer should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water.
• Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth.
• The condenser coils should be vacuumed when they are dusty or dirty.
• It is recommended that the unit be cleaned each time it is defrosted to help keep the
unit odor free and running efficiently.
Vacation Time
• Remove all the food.
• Unplug the freezer.
• Clean the freezer.
• Leave the door open slightly 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.
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Short vacations:
Leave the freezer operating during vacations of less than three
weeks.
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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 open slightly: blocking it open if necessary or have
the door removed.
Moving Your Freezer
• Turn off the freezer first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet.
• Remove all the food.
• Securely tape down all loose items inside your freezer.
• Tape the doors shut.
• Be sure the freezer stays in the upright position during transportation.
