Use & Care Manual
Freezer
Product Registration
Energy Saving Ideas
Important Safety Instructions
First Steps
Setting
the Temperature Control
Freezer Optional Features
Care and Cleaning
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Power Failure/Freezer Failure
Avoid Service Checklist
Warranty
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© 2006 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
All rights reserved.
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Avoid fire hazard or elec-
tric shock. Do not use an extension cord
or an adapter plug. Do not remove any
prong from power cord.
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Freezer Optional
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OFF
Features
Figure 1
Temp Alarm - Upright Freezers
Chest Models
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Your freezer may have some, or all of the features listed below. Become familiar with these
features, and their use and care.
Power On Light
The Power On Light indicates that the freezer is properly connected to electrical power.
The light glows even when the temperature control is turned to OFF. If the light goes
out, refer to "Freezer does not run" in the Avoid Service Checklist.
Temp Alarm (audible only or audible with warning light - see Figure 1)
This feature is designed to provide a warning of a possible malfunction. If the
temperature of the food rises to a level unsafe for long-term storage, the buzzer will
sound. The red light , if equipped, will also glow. The Temp Alarm feature operates on
household electricity. If power fails, the alarm will not function. An ON/OFF switch allows
you to deactivate the Temp Alarm when not wanted. The freezer is shipped with the Temp
Alarm in the OFF position. After freezer has run approximately 4 hours, the red light, if
equipped, will go off. Then you may activate the Temp Alarm without the alarm sounding.
Press the ON switch to activate the Temp Alarm. To deactivate, press the OFF switch.
If the alarm sounds, be sure freezer is properly leveled, and the door closes freely, and
seals properly. If you suspect a technical malfunction, call an authorized servicer
immediately.
TEMP ALARM (ELECTRONIC MODELS)
This feature is designed to provide a warning if the inside temperatures reach an unsafe
level. The Temp. Alarm Feature operates on household electricity. It will not function
if household electricity is interrupted.
When the freezer is initially plugged in, the red Temp. Alarm Indicator Light blinks. The
indicator light will continue to blink until the freezer has reached a safe freezing
temperature. If a malfunction causes an unsafe temperature inside the freezer, the
red light will blink and the buzzer will sound. To silence the buzzer, press the ALARM
OFF button. The Indicator Light will continue to blink until a safe freezing temperature
is again reached. If the problem is not resolved within 12 hours, the buzzer will turn on
again. If the ALARM OFF button is not pressed, the buzzer will turn itself off automatically
after 48 hours, but the red Temp Alarm Light will continue to blink.
Upright Models
Blue Defrost button (Some Chest Models)
IMPORTANT:It is time to defrost and clean the freezer when the blue defrost button
is completely covered with frost.
Power Cord Clamp
The clamp prevents the power cord from being accidently unplugged. Remember when
removing or replacing the electrical cord, to remove or replace the power cord clamp.
Slide-Out Basket (upright models)
The Slide-Out Basket, located at the bottom of the freezer provides separate storage
space for items that are difficult to store on freezer shelves. To remove the basket, pull
out, and lift up.
Security Lock with Pop-Out Key
This security lock fastens the door snugly, ensuring that stored food is secure. To lock
or unlock the freezer, push the key into the lock and turn. The key pops out of the lock after
it has been turned.
Interior Light
The light comes on automatically when the door is opened. To replace the light bulb, turn
the temperature control to OFF and unplug the electrical cord. Replace the old bulb with
a bulb of the same wattage.
Adjustable Shelf (upright models)
This shelf can be moved to one of two positions. Lift the shelf up and out to move to the
desired position.
Defrost Drain
The defrost drain provides a method of draining the water during defrosting and cleaning.
See "Defrosting" in Care and Cleaning Section.
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Freezer Optional
Features (continued)
Slide-Aside Basket
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Care and Cleaning
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Cleaning the Inside
After defrosting, wash inside surfaces of the freezer with a solution of two tablespoons
of baking soda in one quart (1.136 litres) warm water. Rinse and dry. Wring excess water
out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the area of the controls, or any electrical parts.
DEFROST
DRAIN
PLUG
Figure 3
HOSE
ADAPTOR
Wash the removable parts with the baking soda solution mentioned above, or mild
detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry. Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes,
abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any surface. Do not wash removable parts
in a dishwasher.
Cleaning the Outside
Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry
with a clean soft cloth. Replace parts and food.
Power Failure/
Freezer Failure
WARNING WARNING
WARNING
WARNING WARNING
If leaving freezer door open while on
vacation, make certain that children
cannot get into the freezer and become
entrapped.
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Do not open freezer door unnecessarily
if freezer is off for several hours.
Vacation and Moving Tips
Short Vacations: Leave the freezer operating during vacations of less than three weeks.
Long Vacations: If the freezer 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 freezer door open slightly, blocking it open if necessary.
Moving: Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet. Remove foods, then
defrost, and clean the freezer. Secure all loose items such as base panel, baskets, and
shelves by taping them securely in place to prevent damage. In the moving vehicle,
secure freezer in an upright position, and secure to prevent movement. Also protect
outside of freezer with a blanket, or similar item.
If a power failure occurs, frozen foods will stay frozen for at least 24 hours if the freezer
is kept closed. If the power failure continues, pack seven or eight pounds of dry ice into
the freezer every 24 hours. Look in the Yellow Pages under "Dry Ice," "Dairies," or "Ice
Cream Manufacturers" for local dry ice suppliers. Always wear gloves and use caution
when handling dry ice.
If the freezer has stopped operating, see "Freezer does not run" in the Avoid Service
Checklist Section of this manual. If you cannot solve the problem, call an authorized
servicer immediately.
If the freezer remains off for several hours, follow the directions above for the use of dry
ice during a power failure. If necessary, take the food to a local locker plant until the freezer
is ready to operate. Look in the Yellow Pages under "Frozen Food Locker Plants."
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Avoid Service Checklist
OCCURRENCE SOLUTION
Before calling for service, re view this list. It may save you both time and
expense. This l ist includes com mon occurr ences that are not the res ult of
defective workm anship or m aterials in this app liance.
Freezer does not run
Freezer runs too much or too long
• Check to ens ure that fre ezer is not pl ugged into a circuit th at has
ground fault int errupt. If you are unsure abo ut the outlet , have it
checked by a c ertified t echnician.
• Temperature co ntrol is in the OFF position. See Setting the
Temperature Control section.
• Freezer may not be plugged in or plug m ay be loose. Be s ure plug is
tightly pushed into electr ical outlet .
• House f use has blown or circuit break er has tripped . Check / r eset
circuit break er or replace f u se with 15 amp t ime delay fus e .
• Power outage. Chec k house light s . Call local e lectric com pany.
• Room or outs ide weath er is too hot . It is nor m al for th e fr eezer to work
harder under thes e c onditions .
• Freezer has recentl y been disconnected for a perio d of time. Freezer
requires 4 hours to coo l down com pletely.
• Large amounts of warm water or hot food have been stored recent ly.
Warm food will ca use the f reezer to run m ore until the des ired
temperature i s reached.
• Door is kept open too l ong or too frequ ently. Warm ai r enters the
freezer ever y tim e the door is ope ne d. Open the door less often.
• Freezer door ma y be slightly open. Se e OCCURRENCE “Do or
Problem s”
• Tem perature con trol is set too c old. Tur n the contr ol knob to a warm er
setting. Allo w severa l hours for the temper ature to stab ilize.
• Freezer gask et is dirty, worn, crack ed, or poorl y fitted. Clea n or
change gasket. Leaks in th e door seal will cause freezer to run longer
in order to maint ain desired tem perature.
Temperature inside freezer are too
cold
Temperature inside freezer are too
warm
Temperature of external freezer
surface is warm
• Temperature contro l is set t oo cold. Tur n the contr ol to a warm er
setting. Allo w severa l hours for the temper ature to stab ilize.
• Temperature contro l is set t oo warm. T urn the con trol to a co lder
setting. Allo w severa l hours for the temper ature to stab ilize.
• Door is kept open too l ong or too frequ ently. Warm ai r enters the
freezer ever y tim e the door is ope ne d. Open the door less often.
• Freezer door ma y be slightly open. Se e OCCURRENCE “Do or
Problem s”
• Large amounts of warm water or hot food have been stored recent ly.
Wait until the freezer has had a chance to r each its sel ected
temperatur e.
• Freezer has recentl y been disconnected for a perio d of time. Freezer
requires 4 hours to coo l down com pletely.
• The exterior fr eezer walls can be as muc h as 30°F warmer than room
temperature. T his is nor mal while the c ompress or works to t ransfer
heat from inside the f reezer cabine t.
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OCCURRENCE SOLUTION
Louder sound levels whenever
freezer is ON
Louder sound levels when
compressor comes ON
Popping or cracking sound when
compressor comes ON
Bubbling or gurgling sound, like
water boiling
Vibrating or rattling noise
Moisture forms on inside freezer
walls
• Modern freezer s have increased s torage capabil ities and mo re even
temperatures . They requ ire a high ef ficienc y compressor . When the
surrounding n oise level is low, you m ight hear the co mpress or running
while it cools the interior.
• Freezer oper ates at hi gher press ures during the start of the ON cycle.
This is norm al. Sound will l evel off o r dis appear as fr e ezer continu es to
run.
• Metal part s undergo exp ansion and c ontractio n, as in hot water pipes.
This is norm al. Sound will l evel off o r dis appear as fr e ezer continu es to
run.
• Refriger ant (used t o cool fre ezer) is circ ulating thr oughout t he syste m.
This is norm al.
• Freezer is not leve l. It rocks on t he floor when it is moved sli ghtly.
Level the un it . R efer to “Le veling” in th e First Steps s ection.
• Floor is uneven or weak . Freezer rocks on the floor when it is moved
slightly. B e sure floor can adequ ately supp ort free zer. Level t he
freezer by put t ing wood or m etal shims under part of the fr eezer.
• Free zer is t ouchi ng the wall . Leve l the f ree zer or m ove fr eezer sli ght ly.
Refer to “Leveling” in the First Steps section.
• Weather is hot and humid , which increase s internal ra te of fros t build-
up. This is normal.
• Door is sl ightly o pen. See OCCURRENCE “ Door Pro blems” .
• D oor is k ept ope n t oo lo n g, or is op ene d too f requent ly. Open t he door
less often.
Moisture forms on outside of
freezer
Odor in freezer
Door will not close
Light bulb is not on
• Door is slightl y open, causing th e cold air f rom inside the fr eezer to
meet warm moist air from outside. See OCCURRENCE “Door
Problem s”.
• Inte rior needs to be clea ned. Clean interior with sponge, warm water
and baking soda .
• Foods with stron g odors are in t he freezer. Cov er the food tight ly.
• Freezer is not level. It rocks on the floor when it is m oved slightly. This
condition can f orce the cabinet out of square and m is align the door.
Refer to “Leve l in g” in the Firs t Steps section.
• Floor is uneven or weak . Freezer rocks on the floor when it is moved
slightly. B e sure floor can adequ ately supp ort free zer. Level t he
freezer by puttin g wood or met al shims under the freezer or brace the
floor support ing the freezer.
• Light bulb is burned out . Follow directio ns under “Interior Ligh t” in the
“Freezer Features ” section.
• N o electric cu rrent is r eaching the f reezer. See OCCURRENC E
“Freezer does n ot run”.
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Major Appliance Warranty Information
Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of
purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to
be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in
accordance with the provided instructions.
Exclusions
This warranty does not cover the following:
1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.
2. Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or
Canada.
3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.
4. Products purchased "as-is" are not covered by this warranty.
5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.
6. Products used in a commercial setting.
7. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances
not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.
9. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves,
etc.,which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.
10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables, or
knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.
11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip
charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.
12. Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to floors,
cabinets, walls, etc.
13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than
genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or
external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE
LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR.
ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS
PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN
LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE
DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
If You Need
Service
This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances
North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada
Corp. Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and
parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or
specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice.
USA
1.800.944.9044
Electrolux Major Appliances
North America
P.O. Box 212378
Augusta, GA 30907
Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period
should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts.
Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone
numbers below.
Canada
1.800.668.4606
Electrolux Canada Corp.
5855 Terry Fox Way
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
L5V 3E4
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