GE FUM17, FCM20, FUF17, FUM9, FUM14 User Manual

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Food Freezers

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Safety Information

How to Connect Electricity . . . . . . 4 Proper Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Use of Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Use of Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . 3

Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9

Defrosting Instructions

(for Manual Defrost Models) . . . . .7

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 6

Starting the Freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install the Freezer . . 10

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call For Service . . .11, 12

Normal Operating

Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Production Registration for Customers in Canada . . . . . . . 17, 18 Production Registration for Customers in the U.S. . . . . . . . 13, 14 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Owner’s Manual &

Installation Instructions

Upright – Manual

Defrost Models:

FUM9

FUM12

FUM14

FUM17

FUM21

Upright – No-Frost

Models:

FUF14

FUF17

FUF20

Chest – Manual

Defrost Models:

FCM5

FCM7

FCM9

FCM13

FCM15

FCM20

FCM25

Model number: _____________________

Serial number: _____________________

You can find them on a plate either on the upper left wall inside the freezer (Upright models) or on the left exterior wall (Chest models).

162D9627P005 49-60172 216833200 10-01 JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

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DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE FREEZER

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators and freezers 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 the instructions below to help prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Away Your Old

Refrigerator or Freezer:

Take off the doors.

Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

CFC Disposal

Your old freezer has a cooling system that used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone.

If you are throwing away your old freezer, make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant you can be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of the Federal Clean Air Act.

USE OF EXTENSION CORDS

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord.

However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in the United States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to

have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

The freezer should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.

Never unplug your freezer by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.

Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end.

When moving the freezer away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS (Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada)

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug.

However, if you must use an adapter, where local codes permit, a temporary connection may be made to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use of a UL-listed adapter available at most local hardware stores.

The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord.

When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the adapter in place with one hand while pulling the power cord plug with the other hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use.

If the adapter ground terminal breaks, DO NOT USE the freezer until a proper ground has been established.

Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and the wall outlet is grounded through the house wiring. You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

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About the operation of your freezer.

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Starting the Freezer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean the inside of the freezer with a mild solution of baking soda and water (see Care and Cleaning).

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

 

Connect cord to power outlet.

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

On models with a Temperature Monitor or High-Temp Alarm Switch, set the switch to the OFF position.

 

 

 

3

 

 

Make sure the temperature control is set at 4.

 

4

 

 

 

Allow freezer to operate for at least four hours before placing food inside.

5

 

 

On models with a Temperature Monitor or High-Temp Alarm Switch, set the switch to the ON position.

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Temperature Control

 

 

 

 

 

Freezing temperature selection is made by

Allow several hours after each one-step

 

 

 

 

setting the control from 1 to 7 (coldest).

adjustment for the freezer temperature to

 

 

 

 

If you want colder or warmer temperatures,

stabilize.

 

 

 

 

Turning the control to OFF stops the cooling

 

 

 

 

adjust the control one step at a time.

 

 

 

 

 

process but does not shut off power to the

 

 

 

 

 

freezer.

TEMP

ALARM POWER ON

 

MONITOR

 

 

OFF ON

Located on front of freezer.

ON OFF

HIGH-TEMP

ALARM SWITCH

Temperature Monitor/High-Temp Alarm Switch (on some models)

An alarm will sound if the freezer temperature reaches unsafe levels. The alarm operates on household electricity. If the power fails, the alarm will not perform.

An ON/OFF switch allows the temperature alarm to be deactivated if desired. The freezer is shipped with the switch in the OFF position. After the freezer has run long enough to lower the temperature, you may set the switch to the ON position.

CAUTION: Adding more than 3 pounds (1.5 kg) of warm food per cubic foot of freezer capacity can trigger the alarm.

To activate the alarm, set the switch to the

ON position.

To deactivate the alarm, set the switch to the

OFF position.

Located on back of lid.

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About the operation of your freezer.

 

Power-On Light (on some models)

 

 

The Power-On Light indicates that the

The light glows even when the temperature

 

freezer is properly connected to the

control is turned off.

 

electrical power.

 

 

 

 

 

Key-Ejecting Lock (on some models)

 

 

The key for the spring-loaded lock is

Keep the key out of reach of children and away

 

automatically ejected–key will not remain in

from the freezer.

 

lock in either the open or closed position.

 

 

 

 

 

Freezer Shelves (on some models)

Small objects are a choke hazard to children.

 

 

The spacers (on some models) are used to

 

secure the shelves during shipping. Remove

 

 

and discard the spacers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Refrigerated Cabinet Shelves (on some models)

These shelves contain cooling coils to freeze foods quickly and allow cold air to constantly circulate throughout the freezer.

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Defrosting instructions. (for Manual Defrost models)

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In most climates, defrosting will be necessary only about twice a year.

To have your freezer operate most efficiently, do not permit more than 1/2 (13 mm) of frost to accumulate on the shelves.

To remove frost, scrape with a plastic or wood spatula or scraper.

Do not use an ice pick or sharp-edged instrument as it may damage or scratch the freezer.

Do not use any electrical device in defrosting your freezer.

For Complete Defrosting

1 Turn the temperature control to OFF and unplug the freezer.

2 Remove all food and place it in corrugated boxes, insulated bags, picnic coolers, etc. Use towels and newspapers for insulation as needed.

3 With the door/lid open, use pans of hot water to speed loosening of frost. Remove large pieces before they melt.

On models without a defrost drain, place towels or newspapers on the freezer bottom to catch the frost. The frost will loosen and fall. Remove towels and/or newspapers.

Drain Hose

4 a. Some Upright models have a hose adapter and a drain hose behind the base grille which carry the defrost water out from the freezer. Remove the base grille; then remove the drain plug and let the defrost water drain into a pan.

Remove screws and pull outward

b.Some Chest models have a defrost water drain at the front and a hose adapter that is packaged in a bag in the bottom of the freezer. Remove the drain cap on the front of the freezer, insert the hose connector and attach the hose. Remove the drain plug inside the cabinet.

NOTE: Water may drip from the back flange of the lid cover during defrosting. This is normal. Ice builds

up in the lid insulation when the lid is open for adding or removing food, and melts during the defrosting operation.

5 Sponge excess water from the bottom of the freezer as it collects to prevent overflowing.

6 After defrosting, clean the inside of the freezer (see Care and Cleaning).

7 a. On Upright models, be sure to replace the drain plug and return the drain tube to its position. Replace the base grille.

b.On Chest models, replace the drain plug inside the cabinet and the cap on the defrost drain. Fold over and dry the gasket on the hinge side of the lid.

8 Plug in the freezer. Return the temperature control to its previous position and return food to the freezer.

To remove the base grille (on some models), remove the two screws from the front of the grille and pull outward.

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Care and cleaning of the freezer.

Cleaning Your Freezer

Outside. Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of the freezer is a high quality, baked-on paint finish. With proper care, it will stay new-looking and rust-free for years. Apply a coat of appliance polish wax when the freezer is new and then at least twice a year. Appliance polish wax also works well to remove tape residue from freezer surfaces.

Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with appliance polish wax or mild liquid dishwashing detergent. Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the freezer with a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel. Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach, or cleaners containing bleach.

CAUTION: Care should be taken in moving the freezer away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces.

Inside. Clean the inside of your freezer at least once a year. We recommend that the freezer be unplugged before cleaning. If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning in the vicinity of switches, lights or controls.

Use warm water and baking soda solution–about a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water. Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry. Do not use cleaning powders or other abrasive cleaners.

An open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale freezer odors. Change the box every three months.

No Defrosting (on No-Frost models)

You never have to defrost your new No-Frost freezer. It has been pre-set at the factory to defrost itself automatically.

Package labels always remain clearly legible, and packages will remain easy to separate and remove.

During defrosting, a slight noise may be noticed if the door is opened while the freezer is in the automatic defrosting cycle.

Screws

Plastic hinge cover

Top hinge

(on some models)

Screws

Top hinge

Plastic hinge cover

To Remove the Freezer Door (on Upright models)

1

2

3

4

Remove the plastic hinge cover by either lifting it off or folding it back (depending on model).

Remove the screws holding the hinge to the top of the cabinet using a screwdriver, 3/8socket driver or wrench (depending on model).

Remove the top hinge from the cabinet and lift the door up and off the lower hinge pin. Set the door aside.

Remove the two screws from the bottom hinge.

To replace the doors, reverse the order of the above instructions.

CAUTION: It is very important that all hinge screws are securely tightened to ensure a secure assembly and prevent hinge slippage.

(on some models)

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In Case of Extended Power Failure

 

 

Keep freezer door/lid closed. Your

WARNING: Handling of dry ice can cause

 

freezer will keep food frozen for 24 hours

freezing of the hands–gloves or other protection

 

provided warm air is not admitted.

is recommended.

 

If freezer is out of operation for 24 hours

If dry ice is not available, move food to a

 

or more, add dry ice. Leave ice in large

frozen food locker temporarily–until

 

pieces. Add more ice as required.

power is restored.

 

 

 

 

Preparing to Move

 

 

 

 

 

Disconnect the power cord plug from

Be sure freezer stays in upright position

 

the wall outlet. Remove foods, defrost

during actual moving and in van. The

 

(on Manual Defrost models) and clean

freezer must be secured in van to prevent

 

the freezer.

movement. Protect outside of freezer

 

Secure all loose items such as grille and

with blanket.

 

 

 

shelves by taping them securely in place

 

 

to prevent damage.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preparing for Vacation

 

To maintain freezer in operation during vacations, be sure your house power is not turned off. For sure protection of freezer contents, you may want to ask a neighbor to check the power supply and freezer operation every 48 hours.

For extended vacations or absences, you may prefer to move your frozen foods to a storage locker temporarily. If your freezer is to be left empty, disconnect power cord plug from wall outlet. To prevent formation of odors, place open box of baking soda in freezer and leave freezer door/lid open.

When the freezer is not operating, it can be left in an unheated house or room without damage to cabinet or mechanism.

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Preparing to install the freezer.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Freezer Location

 

Your freezer should be conveniently located for

The freezer must be solidly positioned on the floor

 

day-to-day use in a dry, well-ventilated room.

if it is to function at its best. Shims may be used to

 

Be sure to install your freezer on a floor strong

accomplish this wherever the floor is too uneven.

 

If the place selected for the freezer is damp or

 

enough to support it when it is fully loaded.

 

moist, place 2 X 4’s (51 mm X 102 mm) under its

 

 

 

 

entire length to assure adequate support.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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