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14.1 Cu. Ft. Chest Freezer
Using your freezer
The storage life of frozen foods varies. You should use the food before the recommended storage time expires.
Place frozen food into your freezer as quickly as possible after purchase. If there are instructions on the packaging, carefully
follow these instructions regarding storage times.
Prepackaged, commercially-frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen food manufacturer's instructions
for a three-star frozen food storage compartment or home freezer.
Storage baskets are provided for the organization of odd-shaped items. To reach other packages in the freezer, just slide
the basket to one side or lift it out.
1
Plug in your freezer. Wait for 30 minutes, then open the freezer door to determine if your freezer is working correctly.
When your freezer is plugged into a power outlet, it runs continuously.
2
Wait two to three hours before putting food into your freezer. If the room temperature is high, wait four or more hours.
3
Turn the control knob to adjust the temperature.
Defrosting your freezer
For your freezer to operate most efficiently and with minimum energy consumption, it should be defrosted when the frost
on the freezer walls is .25 inches (6.4 mm) or more thick. Defrosting usually takes a few hours. Leaving the top open speeds
up the process.
1
Unplug your freezer.
2
Remove all food from your freezer, then place the food into containers that will prevent it from melting or thawing.
3
Place a shallow pan under the drain outlet, then lift the inner drain plug inside your freezer.
Note:
If the power fails, food in your freezer will stay frozen for several hours, even in summer. During a power failure, do not open the
door more than you have to and do not add new food.
Notes:
• The highest number is the coldest temperature setting, while the lowest number is the warmest temperature setting.
• You may need to adjust the temperature based on the ambient room temperature. If the room temperature is high, (for example, in
summer) lower the freezer temperature. If the room temperature is low, (for example, in winter) raise the freezer temperature.
• You may need to adjust the temperature based on how much food is in your freezer.
• If your freezer is unplugged or loses power, you must wait five minutes before restarting it. Your freezer will not start if you attempt
to restart it sooner.
• If the power fails, unplug your freezer, then wait until the power is back to normal before you plug it in.
• Large amounts of food lower the cooling efficiency of your freezer.
• Do not put bottled food or drinks in your freezer.
• Temperature settings may vary slightly.
Note:
To prevent damage to your freezer, do not use a sharp utensil (like a knife) to remove thick layers of ice or frost.
POWER
MIN
MID
MAX
OFF
Power indicator light
Temperature settings
MIN–MAX
:
10.4°F ~ -11.2°F (-12°C ~ -24°C)
OFF
Inner drain plug
