Crosley CFUM21PW1, CFUM21LW2, CFUM21LW1, CFUM21LW0, CFUM21LS0 Owner’s Manual

CROSLEY

Freezer

Product Registration ............................. 2

Important Safety Instructions ............... 2

First Steps ........................................... 2-3

Energy Saving Ideas .......................... 3=4

Setting the Temperature Control .......... 4

Freezer Optional Features ................. 4=6

Care and Cleaning .............................. 7-8

Power Failure/

Freezer Failure ....................................... 8

Avoid Service Checklist ................... 9=10

Warranty ............................................... 11

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 297334700(January201o)

The information contained in this Use and Care Guide will

instruct you on how to properly operate and care for your

product. Please read through the information contained in

your literature pack to learn more about your new freezer.

Record your Model and Serial Numbers

Record the model number and serial number of this freezer

in the space provided below.

Model No.

Serial No.

Register Your Product

The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD

(shown above) should be filled in completely, signed and

returned to Crosley Corporation.

This Use and Care Guide provides operating instructions

for your model. Use your freezer only as instructed in this

Use and Care Guide.

Read all instructions before using this freezer.

For your safety

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and

liquids in the vicinity of this unit or any other appliance. Read

product labels for flammability and other warnings.

Child Safety

Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping

material immediately after the freezer is unpacked. Children

should never use these items for play.Cartons covered with

rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become

airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation.

• A child might suffocate if he crawls into the freezer to hide

or play. Remove the door/lid of the freezer when not in use,

even if you plan to discard the freezer. Many communities

have laws requiring you to take this safety precaution.

Remove or discard any spacers used to secure the shelves

during shipping. Small objects are a choke hazard to chil-

dren.

Risk of Child Entrapment

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the

past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators or freezers are still

dangerous - even if they will sit for "just a few days". Ifyou

are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer, please follow

the instructions below to help prevent accidents:

• Remove the door/lid. If your door has electronic controls,

have it removed by a qualified technician.

• Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb

inside.

• Have the refrigerant removed by a qualified technician.

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.

[ z,'Iv'-la#,#mAvoid 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

Do not, under any

circumstances,

cut, remove,

or bypass the

grounding prong.

Power supply

cord with 3-prong

grounding plug

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.

_ 3" ("

3" (75ram) hJr Space

installation

3" (75 turn)

Installation

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, Y2bubble higher, so that

the door closes easily when left halfway open.

Plastic

Leveling Feet

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Crating

Screw

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Discard The (4) Crating Screws

And (2) Wood Bases

Unpacking and Leveling -- Upright Models

To Level Chest Models:

If needed, add metal or wood shims between foot pads

and floor.

CLEANING (PRIOR TO USE)

Wash any removable parts, the freezer interior, and

exterior with mild detergent and warm water. Wipe dry.

Do not use harsh cleaners on these surfaces.

Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments,

which can scratch the appliance surface when

removing adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tape

can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild

detergent, or touch the residue with the sticky side

of tape already removed. Do not remove the serial

plate.

_To allow door to

close and seal properly, DO NOT let

food packages extend past the front

of shelves.

Shelf Front

DOOR REMOVAL (NON-ELECTRONIC MODELS)

If door must be removed:

1. Gently lay freezer on its back, on a rug or blanket.

2. Remove two base screws and base panel.

3. Remove bottom hinge screws.

4. Remove plastic top hinge cover.

5. Remove screws from top hinge.

6. Remove top hinge from cabinet.

7. Remove door and bottom hinge from cabinet.

8. To replace door, reverse the above order and

securely tighten all screws to prevent hinge slippage.

DOOR REMOVAL (ELECTRONIC MODELS)

If door must be removed:

• Door hinge is fastened with tamper-proof screws.

Please have a qualified technician remove the door.

The freezer should be located in

the coolest area of the room, away

from heat producing appliances

or heating ducts, and out of direct

sunlight.

Let hot foods cool to room

temperature before placing in the

freezer. Overloading the freezer forces the compressor

to run longer. Foods that freeze too slowly may lose

quality or spoil.

Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers

dry before placing them in the freezer. This cuts down

on frost build-up inside the freezer.

Freezer shelves should not be lined with aluminum foil,

wax paper, or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold

air circulation, making the freezer less efficient.

Organize and label food to reduce door openings and

extended searches. Remove as many items as needed

at one time, and close the door as soon as possible.

COOL DOWN PERIOD

For safe food storage, allow 4 hours for the freezer to

cool down completely. The freezer will run continuously

for the first several hours. Foods that are already

frozen may be placed inthe freezer after the first few

hours of operation. Unfrozen foods should NOT be

loaded into the freezer until the freezer has operated

for 4 hours.

When loading the freezer, freeze only 3 pounds of

fresh food per cubic foot of freezer space at one time.

Distribute packages to be frozen evenly throughout the

freezer. It is not necessary to turn the control knob to a

colder setting while freezing food.