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OPERATION (cont.)
Defrosting Your Freezer:
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A proper defrost operation may require 3 to 6 hours.
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When? For the most efficient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost the freezer when the frost on the freezer walls is
excessive or becomes ¼ inch thick as that ice or frost build up will negatively impact your appliance’s performance.
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Choose a time when the stock of frozen food is low or empty the unit if there is another convenient refrigerated storage space for
these perishable food items.
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Leaving the lid open will help speed the process. Also, pouring warm water (not boiling) on the ice/frost will help speed melting.
CAUTION
Do not use boiling water because it may damage the plastic parts. In addition, never use a sharp or metallic instrument to
remove frost as it may damage the side walls and will void the warranty. We recommend using the plastic scraper provided with
your unit.
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Remove the frozen food from the freezer and place it in a cooler to protect the food.
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Turn the thermostat knob to “OFF”.
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Unplug the freezer. The “POWER ON INDICATOR” light should be OFF.
NOTE:
During defrosting, the ice melts into the cabinet.
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If the appliance has a drain plug, remove it from the inside floor of the freezer by pulling straight out.
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Place a shallow pan outside drain outlet. The defrost water will drain out.
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Check the pan occasionally so the water does not overflow.
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Clean and dry the interior of the freezer.
8.
Replace the plug on the inside floor.
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Reconnect electrical connection. The “POWER ON INDICATOR” light should be ON.
10.
Reset the thermostat to desired setting.
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Allow the cabinet to cool for one hour.
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Return food to the freezer.
The Freezer Compartment
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This compartment is designed for the long-term storage of frozen food. Storage time is up to three months.
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The storage life of frozen foods varies and the recommended storage time should not be exceeded. The instructions regarding the care
of frozen foods should be followed when defrosting the freezer.
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Pre-packed commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen foods manufacturer’s instructions for
a three star frozen food storage compartment or home freezer.
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Place frozen food into the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase. If there are instructions on the packet, carefully follow
these instructions regarding storage times.
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The freezer lid is susceptible to breaking due to excessive ice buildup. Be sure to properly defrost the appliance if and when the ice
reaches ¼ to ½ inch thick.
A storage basket is 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.
Freezing Fresh Foods
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Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed food, correct temperature and taking into account hygienic precautions
will substantially influence the quality of freezing the food or storing of the frozen foods.
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This compartment is designed for the long-term storage of frozen food.
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The storage life of frozen foods varies and the recommended storage time should not be exceeded.
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Pre-packed commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen foods manufacturer’s instructions
for a three star frozen food storage compartment or home freezer.
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Place frozen food into the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase. If there are instructions on the packet, carefully follow
these instructions regarding storage times.
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Carefully select food you intend to freeze, it should be of adequate quality and suitable for freezing.
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Use correct packaging and wrap it / seal it tight.
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The packaging should be airtight and shouldn’t leak since this could cause substantial vitamin loss and dehydration of foods.
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Foils and bags should be soft enough to tightly wrap around the foods.
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When preparing foods to be frozen, consider sanitary precautions.
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Mark packages with following data: kind and amount of foods and the date of loading.
