Frigidaire FFN15M5HW, FGCH25M8LW, GLFC1526FW, PN 297079200, FGCH20M7LW User Manual

Use & Care Manual

Fr e e zer

Product Registration

Energy Saving Ideas

Important Safety Instructions

First Steps

Setting the Temperature Control

Freezer Optional Features

Care and Cleaning

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4 - 6

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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Power Failure/Freezer Failure

Avoid Service Checklist

Warranty

P/N 297079200 (Feb 2006)

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Product Registration

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.

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.

Energy Saving Ideas

• 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.

Electrical Information

These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in the design of this freezer will operate properly.

Avoid fire hazard or

electric shock. Do not

use an extension cord

or an adapter plug. Do

not remove any prong

from power cord.

• Refer to the serial plate for correct electrical rating. The

power cord of the freezer is equipped with a three-prong

grounding plug for protection against shock hazards. It must be

plugged directly into its own properly grounded three-prong

receptacle, protected with a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit

breaker. The receptacle must be installed in accordance with

the local codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician.

Receptacles with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) are

NOT RECOMMENDED. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR

AN ADAPTER PLUG.

• If the voltage varies by 10 percent or more, freezer performance

may be affected. Operating the freezer with insufficient power

can damage the motor. Such damage is not covered under the

warranty. If you suspect your voltage is high or low, consult your

power company for testing.

• To prevent the freezer from being turned off accidentally, do not

plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord.

• Do not pinch, knot, or bend the power cord in any manner.

3" AIR SPACE

Installation

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. 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/lid may be misaligned and not close or seal properly,

causing cooling, frost or moisture problems.

To level Upright Units:

After discarding crating screws and wood base, use a carpenter’s

level to level the freezer from front to back. Adjust the plastic

leveling feet in front, ½ bubble higher, so that the door closes easily

when left halfway open.

To level Chest Units:

If needed, add metal or wood shims between feet pads and floor.

Other Precautions

• To defrost, always unplug unit first.

• Never unplug the freezer by pulling on the power cord. Always

grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle.

• Turning the control to “OFF” turns off the compressor but does

not disconnect power to other electrical components.

First Steps

Before starting the freezer, follow these important first steps.

Installation / Freezer Placement

• Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet.

• The freezer should be located where surrounding temperature

will not exceed 110ºF (43ºC). Temperatures of 32ºF (0ºC) 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 (75mm) space on all sides of the freezer for adequate

circulation.

Unpacking and Leveling - Upright Freezers

Door Removal (Upright Models)

Extreme Freeze TempAlarm

Freezer Temp

Reset

On/ Off

• Unplug the unit

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

• Remove two base screws and base panel. Remove wire from

clips on bottom of cabinet, if required.

• Unplug connector, if required, by holding the cabinet connector

in place and pulling the door connector out.

• Remove the bottom hinge screws.

• Remove the plastic top hinge cover.

• Remove the screws from the top hinge.

• Remove the top hinge from the cabinet.

• Remove the door and bottom hinge from the cabinet.

• To replace door, reverse the above procedures and securely

tighten all screws to prevent hinge slippage.

Base Panel

Base Panel Screws

Hinge Screws

Wire

Door Connector

Electromechanical Control

Figure 1

Standard Electronic Temperature Control (Some Upright Frost Free Models)

The standard electronic temperature control is located inside the

freezer on upright models (see Figure 2). Temperature is factory

preset to provide satisfactory food storage temperatures. To

adjust the temperature setting, move the UP (V) button for warmer temperature and DOWN (W) button for colder temperature on the

control panel. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize

between adjustments.

Clips

Cabinet Connector

Lid Removal (Chest Models)

• See lid removal instructions on the back of the cabinet.

Setting the Temperature Control

Cool Down Period

• For safe food storage, allow four (4) hours for 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 freezer has operated

for four (4) hours.

• When loading freezer, freeze only three (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.

Electromechanical Temperature Control (Chest and Some Upright Models)

The electromechanical temperature control is located inside the

freezer on upright models, and on the left exterior wall on chest

models (see figure 1). The temperature is factory preset to provide

satisfactory food storage temperatures. However, the temperature

control is adjustable to provide a range of temperatures for your

personal satisfaction. To adjust the temperature setting, turn the

temperature control knob clockwise or counter clockwise. Allow

several hours for the temperature to stabilize between adjustments.

Standard Electronic Temperature Control

Figure 2

Deluxe Electronic Temperature Control (Some Upright Frost Free Models)

Refer to the Electronics Control Guide supplied when you purchase

a deluxe electronic upright model. See Figure 3 for deluxe

electronics control panel.

Deluxe Electronic Temperature Control

Figure 3

Freezer Optional Features

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 an 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 section.

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