Frigidaire GLFH17F8HBA, GLFH17F8HWA, LFFU14F5HWA, LFFU17F5HWA, FFU17F5HWD Use & Care Manual

Freezer

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ProductRegistration ................. 2

important Safety instructions .... 2-3

First Steps .......................... 3 - 4

Energy Saving ideas ................. 4

Setting

the Temperature Control ........ 4 - 5

Freezer Optional Features ....... 5 - 7

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 29z24_700/Mar200_/

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

Power Failure/Freezer Failure ....... 9

Avoid Service Checklist ........ 10 - 11

Warranty .............................. .t2

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Electrolux Home Products
RO. Box 212378

Augusta, GA 30917

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•

Read all instructions before using this freezer•

P'_ 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:

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 Electrolux Home Products.

This Use and Care Guide provides operating instructions
for your model• Use your freezer only as instructed in this

Use and Care Guide•

• Remove the door/lid. If your door has electronic controls,
have it removed by a qualified technician•

QLeave shelves in place so children may not easily climb

inside•

• Have the refrigerant removed by a qualified technician•

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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 appliance 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.

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 forgood air circulation.

Leave a 3 inch (75 ram) space on all sides of the

freezer for adequate circulation.

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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.

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_Avoid 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

-_gr°unding prong, y

(25ram)

installation

Ins_lation

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.

Powersupply

cord with 3-prong
grounding plug

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, _zbubble higher, so that

the door closes easily when left halfway open.

Ciat_ng
Screw

And (2) Wood Bases

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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,

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

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or heating ducts, and out of direct
sunlight.

• Let hot foods cool to room
temperature before placing in the

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

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 in the 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.

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