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User Guide
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TA BLE O F C O NTENTS
SAFETY
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can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the
instructions are not followed.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
follow instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
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SAFETY.................................................................................................1
INSTALLING YOUR FREEZER ...........................................................2
Unpacking..........................................................................................2
Location Requirements......................................................................3
Electrical Requirements.....................................................................3
Freezer Door......................................................................................4
Freezer Leveling and Door Closing...................................................5
OPERATING YOUR FREEZER............................................................6
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation .........................................................6
Using the Control...............................................................................6
Freezer Features ...............................................................................7
CARING FOR YOUR FREEZER..........................................................8
Cleaning Your Frost-Free Freezer ....................................................8
Defrosting and Cleaning Your Manual Defrost Freezer.................... 9
Changing the Light Bulb....................................................................9
Power Interruptions .........................................................................10
Moving Care ....................................................................................10
PROBLEM SOLVER...........................................................................10
Freezer Operation ...........................................................................11
WARRANTY ....................................................................................... 12
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PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your freezer, follow these basic precautions:
WARNING:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
■
Do not remove ground prong.
■
Do not use an adapter.
■
Do not use an extension cord.
■
Disconnect power before servicing.
■
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
■
Use nonflammable cleaner.
■
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away
from freezer.
■
Use two or more people to move and install freezer.
■
Keep key away from children.
■
Remove doors or lid from your old freezer or refrigerator.
■
Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker kit
ready models only).
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors or lid from your old freezer or
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.
Important information to know about disposal of
refrigerants:
Dispose of freezer in accordance with Federal and Local
regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed,
EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with
established procedures.
INSTALLING YOUR FREEZER
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install freezer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
When Moving Your Freezer:
Your freezer is heavy. When moving the freezer for
cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with cardboard
or hardboard to avoid floor damage. Always pull the freezer
straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or “walk” the
freezer when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.
FREEZER OR REFRIGERATOR
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the
past. Junked or abandoned freezers or refrigerators are still
dangerous... even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting
rid of your old refrigerator or freezer, please follow these instructions to
help prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old Freezer or Refrigerator:
■ Take off the doors or lid.
■ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb
inside.
Unpacking
■ 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 freezer. For more information, see
“Safety.”
Remove Packaging Materials
■ Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the
freezer. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive
with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.
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Clean Before Using
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from freezer.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
3" (7.5 cm)
3" (7.5 cm)
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of your
freezer before using it. See the cleaning instructions in “Caring for Your
Freezer.”
Location Requirements
Ventilation and Clearance
■ Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from
freezer.
■ Do not cover the freezer with items such as blankets, sheets,
tablecloths, etc. This reduces air circulation.
■ Allow at least 3" (7.5 cm) of air space at the top and on both sides
of the freezer and 1" (2.5 cm) between the back of the freezer and
the wall. If the freezer is to be against a wall, leave extra space on
the hinge side so the door can open wider.
Te m p e r a t u r e
Your freezer operates most efficiently when located in an area where
the temperature will not fall below 40°F (5°C). Place your freezer in a
location where the temperature will not fall below this recommended
temperature.
Electrical Requirements
Before you move your freezer into its final location, it is important to
make sure you have the proper electrical connection.
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical
supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving
only your freezer be provided. Use an outlet that cannot be turned off
by a switch. Do not use an extension cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or removing
a light bulb, turn knob to “0” on manual defrost models, or press and
hold TEMP SETTING for 3 seconds on automatic defrost models to
turn off cooling, and then disconnect the freezer from the electrical
source.
Style 1—Manual Defrost Style 2—Automatic Defrost
Upon Moving to Final Location
NOTE: Allow at least 3" (7.5 cm) of air space at the top and on both
sides of the freezer and 1" (2.5 cm) between the back of the freezer and
the wall. If the freezer is to be against a wall, leave extra space on the
hinge side so the door can open wider.
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Freezer Door
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
Tools Needed: ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head socket wrench, ³⁄₈" hex-head socket
wrench, flat 2" putty knife.
IMPORTANT:
■ All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included
later in this section after “Final Steps.” The graphics shown are for a
right-hand swing door (hinges factory installed on the right).
■ If you only want to remove and replace the door, see the “Remove
Door and Hinges” and “Replace Door and Hinges.”
■ Before you begin, turn the control off, and remove food and
adjustable door or utility bins from door.
Remove Door and Hinges
Hinge screws
1. Unplug freezer or disconnect power.
2. Keep the freezer door closed until you are ready to lift it free from
the cabinet.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while the hinges are
being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the door
in place while you are working.
3. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic.
4. Lift the freezer door free from the bottom hinge and cabinet and set
aside.
5. Remove the four hex-head hinge screws and bottom hinge
assembly. See Bottom Hinge graphic.
Door
1. Remove the door stop from the bottom of the door.
2. Move the door stop to the opposite side making sure that the hole
in the door stop bracket is aligned perfectly with the hole in the
door for the bottom hinge pin.
3. Using the screws removed in Step 1, fasten the door stop bracket
to the bottom of the door.
4. Tighten all screws. Set aside the door until the bottom hinge is in
place.
Replace Door and Hinges
NOTE: Graphic may be reversed if door swing is reversed.
1. Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown and tighten
screws. See Bottom Hinge graphic. Replace the freezer door.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while the hinges are
being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the door
in place while you are working.
2. Assemble the parts of the top hinge as shown in the Top Hinge
graphic. Do not tighten the screws completely.
Final Steps
1. Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are in
place. Reinstall top hinge cover. See Top Hinge graphic.
2. Using the provided decals, cover the remaining holes located on
the opposite side from the bottom hinge.
Reverse Door (optional on some models)
IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your door so that it opens in the
opposite direction, continue with “Reverse Door (optional on some
models)” instructions. If you are not reversing the door, see “Replace
Door and Hinges.”
Cabinet
1. Remove the cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and
move them to the opposite side hinge holes as shown in
Graphic 1.
2. Remove the bottom hinge pin from the hinge bracket.
3. Remove the decals covering the holes on the opposite side of the
bottom hinge.
4. Reinstall the bottom hinge pin in the alternate hole in the hinge
bracket. See Graphic 2.
5. Reinstall the hinge bracket to the cabinet with the four hex-head
hinge screws.
3. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
4. Reset the control. See “Using the Control.”
5. Return all removable door parts to door and food to freezer.
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A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs
A
Door Swing Reversal (optional)
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2
Door Removal &
Replacement
Top Hinge
A. Top Hinge Cover
B.
5
/16"
Hex-Head Hinge Screws
C. Top Hinge
A
B
B
C
Bottom Hinge
A. Hinge Pin
B.
3
/8"
Hex-Head Hinge Screws
A
B
A. Hinge Pin
B.
3
/8"
Hex-Head Hinge Screws
A
B
Freezer Leveling and Door Closing
Style 1—without Grille
1. Locate the two front leveling legs taped among the packing
materials.
2. Screw these legs into the front holes on the bottom of the freezer.
The back of the freezer rests on two fixed supports.
3. Adjust the front legs enough to lift the cabinet up off the floor.
4. Place a leveling tool on top of the freezer first side to side, then
front to back. Turn leg counterclockwise to raise a corner. Turn leg
clockwise to lower a corner.
5. Repeat Step 4 until freezer is level.
6. After freezer is fully loaded with food, recheck with level as in
Step 4.
Style 2—with Grille
Your freezer has two front adjustable legs, one on each side. The back
of the freezer rests on two fixed rollers. The base grille covers the
adjustable brake feet and roller assemblies located at the bottom of the
freezer below the freezer door. Before making any adjustments, remove
the base grille and move the freezer to its final location.
Tools Needed: ¹⁄₄" hex driver, Phillips screwdriver
1. Remove the base grille screws. Grasp the grille firmly and pull it
toward you. Open the freezer door to access the brake feet.
NOTE: To allow the freezer to roll more easily, raise the brake feet
by turning them counterclockwise. The front rollers will be touching
the floor.
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2. Move the freezer to its final location.
A
¹⁄₄"
B
OPERATING YOUR FREEZER
3. Lower the brake feet, by turning them clockwise, until the rollers
are off the floor and both brake feet are snug against the floor. This
keeps the freezer from rolling forward when opening the freezer
door.
IMPORTANT: If you need to make further adjustments involving the
brake feet, you must turn both brake feet the same amount to keep
the freezer level.
4. Make sure the door closes easily. If you are satisfied with the door
opening and closing, skip the next section. If, however, the door
does not close easily or the door pops open, adjust the tilt.
To Adjust the Cabinet Tilt:
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the freezer takes some
weight off the brake feet. This makes it easier to turn them.
■ Open the freezer door. Use a ¹⁄₄" hex driver to turn both brake feet
clockwise the same amount. This will raise the front of the freezer. It
may take several turns to allow the door to close more easily.
A. Brake foot
B. Front roller
5. Make sure the freezer is steady. If the freezer seems unsteady or
rolls forward when the door is pulled open, adjust the brake feet.
To Steady the Freezer:
■ Open the freezer door. Using a ¹⁄₄" hex driver, turn both brake
feet clockwise the same amount until the brake feet are snug
against the floor. Check again. If not satisfied, continue to adjust
the brake feet by half turns of the screw until the freezer does
not roll forward when the door is opened.
6. Replace the base grille by aligning the ends of the grille with the
leveling assemblies on each side and snapping the grille into
place. Reinstall the Phillips screws.
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation
In order to ensure proper temperature, you need to permit proper
airflow in the freezer. As shown in the illustration, cool air enters from
the freezer wall and moves down. The air then recirculates through the
vent near the bottom.
Do not block any of these vents with food packages. If the vents are
blocked, airflow will be restricted, and temperature and moisture
problems may occur.
IMPORTANT: To avoid odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or
cover foods tightly.
Using the Control
Style 1—Manual Defrost Models
Turn the freezer temperature control to 4. This setting is designed to
maintain the temperature at or near 0°F (-18°C) under normal operating
conditions.
Allow the freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen food.
NOTE:
When the freezer is first started, the compressor will run
constantly until the freezer is cooled. It may take up to 6 or 8 hours (or
longer), depending on room temperature and the number of times the
freezer door is opened. After the freezer is cooled, the compressor will
turn on and off as needed to keep the freezer at the proper temperature.
The outside of your freezer may feel warm. This is normal. The
freezer’s design and main function is to remove heat from packages
and air space inside the freezer. The heat is transferred to the room air,
making the outside of the freezer feel warm.
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Adjusting Control
■ Turn control to a higher number for colder temperatures.
■ Turn control to a lower number for less cold temperatures.
Deepfreeze™ (on some models)
This setting causes the freezer to run continuously, driving the freezer
temperature to the coldest possible temperature. To activate, adjust the
control knob to the Deepfreeze™ setting. Use this feature just before
adding large amounts of unfrozen foods. For best food quality, do not
exceed 3 lbs (1,361 g) per cubic foot (28.32 L). Return to your normal
setting after 24 to 48 hours.
Style 2—Automatic Defrost Models
The temperature control is located at the top front of the freezer
compartment.
Temperature Control
For your convenience, the temperature control is preset at the factory.
When you first install your freezer, check that the control is still set to
the recommended setting as shown.
Adjusting Control
If you need to adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment, press
the TEMP SETTING button to display the desired temperature setting
(Cold, Colder or Deepfreeze™).
NOTE: Except when starting the freezer, do not adjust the control more
than one setting at a time. Wait 24 hours between adjustments for the
temperature to stabilize.
Cooling On/Off
Your freezer will not cool when cooling is turned off.
To turn cooling off, press and hold the TEMP SETTING button for
3 seconds. In the off condition, none of the lights on the control panel
will be illuminated. The main freezer light bulb will still operate.
To turn cooling on, press and hold the TEMP SETTING button for
3 seconds. When cooling is on, the control panel lights will be
illuminated.
Fast Freeze (on some models)
Use this feature before adding large amounts of unfrozen food. For the
best food quality, do not exceed 3 lbs (1,361 g) per cu. ft (28.32 L) of
freezer space.
To activate Fast Freeze, press the TEMP SETTING button until all the
indicator light positions are illuminated simultaneously.
The freezer will remain in the Fast Freeze setting for 24 hours after the
extra-low temperature is reached. Once the time has expired, the
freezer will return to the previous temperature setting. Fast Freeze may
be manually turned off by pressing the TEMP SETTING button to select
the desired temperature setting (Cold, Colder or Deepfreeze™).
Freezer Features
This manual covers several different models. The freezer you have
purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations of the
features may not match those of your model.
Refrigerated Shelves—Manual Defrost Models
Your freezer is equipped with refrigerated interior shelves. Packages in
direct contact with the shelves will have the best refrigeration. Fresh,
unfrozen food packages should be stored directly on the shelves and
not on top of already frozen food packages.
Recommended Setting “Colder”
IMPORTANT:
■ The recommended setting is designed to maintain the temperature
at or near 0°F (-17.8°C) under normal operating conditions.
■ Allow the freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen food.
■ When the freezer is first started, the compressor will run constantly
until the freezer is cooled. It may take up to 6 or 8 hours (or longer),
depending on room temperature and number of times the freezer
door is opened. After the freezer is cooled, the compressor will turn
on and off as needed to keep the freezer at the proper temperature.
■ The outside of your freezer may feel warm. This is normal. The
freezer’s design and main function is to remove heat from packages
and air space inside the freezer. The heat is transferred to the room
air, making the outside of the freezer feel warm.
When placing the food packages in your freezer, please remember:
■ The cabinet shelves have the best freezing capability. The door
shelves and the bottom of the cabinet have a slightly less cold
temperature. Therefore, packages sensitive to temperature (meat,
poultry, etc.) should not be placed on the door shelves or the
freezer bottom.
■ Leave some space between the food packages so that cold air can
pass over and around them.
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Freezer Shelves
CARING FOR YOUR FREEZER
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Store similar foods together and adjust the shelves to fit different
heights. This reduces the time the freezer door is open and saves
energy.
To Remove and Replace a Shelf:
1. Remove the shelf by lifting straight up, and pulling the shelf out.
2. Replace the shelf by lowering the shelf onto the supports on the
side wall.
Storage Gate (on some models)
To Remove and Replace the Storage Gate:
1. Lift up the top of the gate and out of the supports.
2. Return the gate to original position. Lower the gate into the
supports.
Cleaning Your Frost-Free Freezer (on some models)
Frost-free means that you will not have to defrost your freezer. Frost is
removed by air moving and collecting any moisture and depositing it on
the cooling coil. The cooling coil periodically warms up enough to melt
the frost, and it then flows down to the drain pan (located behind the
base grille) where it is evaporated.
Complete cleaning should be done at least once a year.
1. Press and hold TEMP SETTING for 3 seconds or turn knob to “0”
to turn off cooling.
2. Unplug freezer or disconnect power.
3. Remove all frozen food. Wrap frozen food in several layers of
newspaper and cover with a blanket. Food will stay frozen for
several hours. You may also store frozen food in a cooler,
additional refrigerator-freezer, or in a cool area.
4. Remove all removable parts from inside, such as shelves, bins,
etc.
5. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces
thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent
in warm water.
■ Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays,
scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes,
concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing
petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or
gaskets.
Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh
cleaning tools. These can scratch or damage materials.
■ To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with a
mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt [26 g to
0.95 L] of water).
6. Replace the removable parts.
7. Use the appropriate cleaning method for your exterior finish.
Painted metal: Wash exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth
and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh
cleaners, or cleaners designed for stainless steel. Dry thoroughly
with a soft cloth.
8. For models with condenser coils, clean the condenser coils
regularly. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other
month. This may help save energy.
■ Open the freezer door and remove the base grille by removing
2 Phillips-head screws and pulling the grille toward you.
■ Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the
condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.
■ Replace the base grille by aligning the ends of the grille with the
leveling assemblies on each side and snapping the grille into
place. Reinstall the screws.
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