GE FCM9DMEWH, FCM9DMCWH, FCM7DSAWH, FCM25DTBWH, FCM25DMFWH Owner’s Manual

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Safety Information

How to Connect Electricity ...... 4

Proper Disposal ................ 3

Safety Precautions ............. 2

Use of Extension Cords ......... 3

Operating Instru,_tions

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

Deflosfing Instructions .......... 7

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

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

Installation Instru_tions

Preparing to Install the Freezer . . 10

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You (',all For Service . . .11, 12
Normal Operating

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

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Chest--Manual
OefrostModels:

FCM5
FCM7
FCM9

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back Cover

Production Registration ..... 13, 14

V(ariantv .................... ] 5

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

You can lind them on a plate on the

top-center on the back of the unit.

197D3355PO04 49-60442 11-05Jfl

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.
READALLiNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

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

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS

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

i_::This fl'eezer must be properly installed and

located in accordance with tile Installation
Instructions before it is used.

i)::Do not allow children to climb, st;rod or hang

on the shelves in the ti'eeze_: They could damage
tile fl'eezer and seriously iqiure thelnselves.

::__Mtei"your ti'eezei" is in operation, do not touch

the cold suHi_ces, particularly when hands are
damp or wet. Skin may stick to these extremely

cold sun'aces.

_'_Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

\:q)o_s and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.

i)::Unph,g tile fl'eezer before cleaning, making

repairs or changing the light bulb.

NOTE: We stronglyrecommendthatanyservicing be
performedby aquaddedindMdua/.

::_¢Turning tile control to tile OFFposifion does

not remove power to the light circuit on models

with interior light.

i)::Do not refi'eeze fl'ozen foods which have

thawed complemly:

i)::The maximum amount of food your fl'eezer is

designed to ti'eeze at one time is approximately
3 pounds (1.5 kg) per cubic foot (ff fl'eezer

capaci£:. In no_mal position, your freezer's
temperature control will maintain sttflidentlv

low temperatures in tile ti'eezer to ti'eeze
recommended quantities of food.

::__(;aution should be used when removing tile door

ofa fl'eeze_: Particular caution should be used

when removing the lid of a Chest freeze_; as most

Chest fl'eezer lids are under spring tension.
Contact tile manuli_cturer's representative for

a m eth od of sali_ removal.

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DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEFREEZER

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

Child entraplnent and suffocation are not
problems of the past..Junked or abandoned

refi_igerato_ and ffeeze_ are still dangerous...even
if they will sit for "just a few days." If you are getting

rid of vom" old refrigerator or fl'eeze_; please tbll_w
the instructions below to hel I) prevent accidents.

Refrigerants

M1 refi_igeration products contain refi_igerants,
which under federal law Illtlst be relnoved pFior to

product disposal. If vou are getting rid ot an old

refrigeration product, check with the company
handling the disposal about what to do.

Before YouThrowAway YourOld
RefrigeratororFreezer:

::Ji::Take off the dome.

iJi::I,eave the shelves in place so that children may

not easiE climb inside.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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 absolutel) necessm T that it be a IUI,-listed (in the United
States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3 "

_])e plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 xolts.

• -\wre ,gr°tmdim",_ _'pe appliance extension cord havim,,_ a ,gr°tmding,

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

Do not, under anv circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

For personal safe_ this appliance must be properlv 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 ha/;u'd
fl'om this appliance.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked bv a
qualNed electrician to make sure the outlet is

propedy grounded,
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it

is your personal responsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a propedy grounded 3-prong

wall outlet.

The fl'eezer should always be I)lugged,, into its own
individual electrical outlet which has a _oltaoe

rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides the best peHo_mance and also
I_rments o_erloading, house wiring, circuits which

could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.

Never tmphlg your fl'eezer by pulling on the power
cord. _Mways grip [)ltl(*_fimfl) and pull straight ()tit

ti'om the outlet.

Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become ti'ayed or otherwise damaged. Do not

rise a cord that shows ci'_lcks oi" }lbi'_lsion dail/age

ahmg its length or at either end.

X_]mn moving the fl'eezer away fl'om the wall, be

careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Aboutthe operationofyourfreezer, ge.com

StartingtheFreezer

_] Clean the inside of the fi'eezer with a mild solution of baking soda and water (see Care and Cleaning).

] (_onnect cord to power Otlt]et.

_]On models with a Temperature Monitor or High-Temp Mam_ Switch, set the switch to the OFFposition.

[_ Make sure the temperature control is set at 4.

_] Nlow fl'eezer to operate for at least four hom_ before placing food inside.

On models with a Temperature Monitor or High-Temp Mam_ Switch, set the switch to the 0Nposition.

Temperature Control

Freezing temperature selection is made by
setting the control from /to 7 (coldest).

If you W:lIlt colder or W;IF/I/eI" [ei/ipei':ltui'es_
a(!iust the control one step at a time.

Mlow several hours after each one-step

a(!iustment tot the freezer temperature to
stabilize.

Tm'ning the control to the OFFposifion
st()I_S the cooling, process but does not

shut off power to the fl'eeze_:

Aboutthe operationofyourfreezer.

Power-On Light (onsomemodels)

The Powe>On IJght indicates that the
fl'eezer is properly connected to the

electrical power:

Key-Ejecting Lock (onsomemodels)

The key for the spring-loaded lock is
automatically ejected--key will not

remain in lock in either the open or
closed position.

The light glows even when the temperature
control is turned ofl_

Keepthekeyoutof reachofchildrenandawayfrom

thefreezer

Defrostinginstructions, gecom

In most climates, defl'osting will be

necessai'v oil]_ _lbo//t [_vice _1 _eaI:

Tohaveyourfreezeroperatemostefficiently,

donotpermitmorethanI/2" (13mm)of
frosttoaccumulateontheshelves.

For Complete Defrosting

[_] Turn tile temperature control to tile

OfFposition and unplug tile fl'eezei:

[] ]_.elnox e all toed and place it in

corrugated boxes, insulated bags,
picnic coolei_, etc. Use towels and

newspapeI_ tor insulation as needed.

_] _&'itl/tile door/lid open, use p_lns of

hot water to speed loosening of ti'ost.
Remove lmge pieces beiore they melt.

Chest models have a (leii'ost water drain
at tile ti'ont.

NOIE:Watermaydripfromthe backflangeof

the lidcoverduringdefrosting.This/snormal.

Icebuildsupinthelidinsulationwhenthelid/s
openforaddingorremovingfood,andmelts

duringthedefrostingoperation.

To remove fl'ost, scrape with a plastic or

wood spatula or SCI'}lpeI;

Do not usean ice pick or sharp-edged
instrument as it maydamageorscratch the freezer

Do not useany electrical device in defrosting
your freezer.

S )onoe excess water ][i'Oill tile bottoil/

[] o{ th;_'fl'eezer as it collects to prexent

(1_,erflowing.

_] _Mier defl'osting, clean tile inside of tile

fl'eezer (see Care and Cleaning).

@Replace tile drain plug inside tile

cabinet and tile cap on tile defl'ost
drain. Fold ()xer and (h_' tile gasket

on tile hinge side of tile lid.

Phlo 111 tl_ 1"

V_ g _,,e H'eezei: ]_.eturn tile

temperature control to its previous
position and return toed to tile fl'eezei:

Careand cleaning of the freezer.

Cleaning YourFreezer

::Ji::Outside.Protect the paint finish. The

finish on the outside ot the fl'eezer is a
high quality, baked-on paint finish.

X'_]th proper care, it Mll stay nm_qooking
and rust-flee tor veai_. Apply a coat ot

appliance polish wax when the freezer
is new and then at least twice a veax:

Appliance polish wax also works well to
relnove tape residue fl'om fl'eezer

S/lI'tilces,

Keep the finish clean. '_,_]peMth a clean
cloth lightly dampened Mth appliance

polish wax or mild liquid dishwashing
detergent. Dry and polish with a clean,

soft cloth. Do not wipe the fl'eezer with a
soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel.

Do not use scouring pads, powdered
cleane_, bleach, or cleane_ containing

bleach.

CAUTION: CareshouMbe takenin mowng the
freezeraway from the waft.Aft typesof floor

coveringscanbe damaged,particularlycushioned

coveringsandthosewith embossedsurfaces.

::Ji::Inside. Clean the inside {ff wmr fl'eezer at

least once a veax: We recommend that the
ti'eezer be m_plugged 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 w;mn water and baking soda

solution--about a tablespoon of baking
soda to a quart of water: Rinse thoroughly

with water and wipe d_w: Do not use

cleaning powde_ or other abrasive

cleaners.

An open box of baking soda in the

fl'eezer will absorb stale fl'eezer odm_.
Change the box eve_T three months.

In Case of Extended Power Failure

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::Ji::Keep fl'eezer door/lid closed. Your

fl'eezer will keep fl)od fl'ozen fi)r 24 horns
provided wam_ air is not admitted.

::Ji::If fl'eezer is out of operation for 24 horns

or inore, add (h T ice. i,eave ice in large
pieces. Add more ice as required.

Preparing to Move

L)is(om_ect the power cord plug fl'om the
wall outlet. ReIllove fi)ods, defl'ost and

clean the ti'eeze_:

Secure all loose items such as grille and
shelves by taping them securely in place

to prevent damage.

Preparing for Vacation

To maintain fl'eezer in operation during
\:_cations, be sure your house power is not

turned off'. For sure protection of fl'eezer
contents, you may want to ask a neighbor

to check the power supply and fl'eezer
operation every 48 hotlI'S.

WARNING: Handlingof dry ice cancause freezing
of thehands--gloves or other protectionis

recommendet

::Ji::If dry ice is not awfilable, move tk)od to

a fl'ozen food locker temporarily--tmfil
power is restored.

Be sm'e fl'eezer stays in uptight position
dining actual moving and in van. The

freezer must be secured in van to prevent
movement. Protect outside of fl'eezer with

blanket.

When the fl'eezer is not operating, it can be

left in an tmheated house or room without
damage to cabinet or mechanism.

For extended V}lC}l[i()ns oi" absences, yo/i

I/l}ly l)I'eler to II/OVe VOllr frozen ti)ods to a

storage locker temporarily. If p)ur fl'eezer is
to be left empty, disc(mnect power cord

plug ti'om wall outlet. To prevent fimnation
of odm_, place open box of baking soda in

fl'eezer and leave fl'eezer door/lid open.

Preparingtoinstall the freezer.

Read these instructionscompletely and carefully.

FreezerLocation

Your fl'eezer should be conveniendv located tbr
day-to-day use in a dry, well-ventilated room.

Do not inst;dl the fl'eezer where the temperature
will go below 0 ° F or above 1 ] 0 ° K because it will

not maintain proper temperatm'es.

Be sure to install yore" fl'eezer on a floor strong
enough to support it when it is flfllv loaded.

Clearances

On all .....

models, allow 3 (76 ram) on top, back

and sides for proper air circulation.

The fl'eezer must be solidly positioned on the floor
if it is to flmcfion at its best. Shims may be used to

accomplish this wherever the floor is too uneven.
If the place selected tot the fl'eezer is damp or

moist, place 2 X 4's (51 mm X 102 ram) trader its
entire length to assm'e adequate support.

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Normal operatingcharacteristics, gecom

These things are normal and
do not indicate a need for service.

::Ji::A wam_ cabinet exterior as the refl_igerafion system transfe_ heat ti'on_ the inside to the outside through

the exterior cabinet walls.

;;Ji::The sound of the high-efficiency compressor m oto_:

Beforeyoucall for service...

Troubleshooting -tips

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following

pages first and you may not need to call for service.

Possible Causes What ToDo

Freezer does not Temperature control • M()\'e the ((mtrol t() a temperature setting.

operateorPower-On in OFFposition.

Lightis not on Freezer is unplugged. • Push the lalu'"_ completely, into the outlet.

The fuse is blown/circuit * Replace fl/se or reset the breakel:
breaker is tripped.

if )acka-e is holding door/lid open.Freezer staffs/stops Door/lid leo open. • (]he( k to see l

too frequently Too frequent or too long

door/lid openhags.

Temperature control • See About theoperationof yourfreezer.

set too cold.

Freezer operates Door/lid left open. • (]he('k to see if package is holding door/lid open.

too long Too frequent or too long

door/lid openhags.

Temperature control * See About the operationofyourfreezer.

set too cold.
Inadequate air circulation * See Preparingto install thefreezer.

space aromad cabinet.
Fast Freeze switch is ha the * See About theoperationofyourfreezer.

ONposition (on some models)

Noisy operation Floor may be weak, causing • Placing 2 X 4 ,_(51 mm X 102ram) trader the length of

or cabinet vibrates freezer to vibrate when tl/e fl'eezer will help support it and may reduce vibration.

compressor is on.
Cabinet is not positioned * See Preparingto install thefreezer.Or use shims tot

solidly on floor, tmeven floor.

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Freezer temperature Door/lid left open. • Check to see if package is holding door/lid open.

toowarm

Too frequent or too long

door/lid openings.

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Beforeyoucall forservice...

Possible Causes What To Do

Foods defrosting Temperature control * Move tile control to a teml)erature setting.

ha OFFposifion.
Freezer is unplugged. * Push the })lu,,_completely, into the oudet.
The fuse is blow.a/circuit * Replace fl/se or reset tire breaker

breaker is tripped.

Door/rid left open. * Check to see if })ackage, is holding door/lid open.

Too frequent or too long

door/rid ope_fings.

Freezer temperature Temperature control * See About the operation of your freezer.
too cold set too cold.

Fast ]_¥eezeswhch is in the * See About the operation of your freezer.

ON position or has rm_ for too

long (on some models)

Moistureformson Not unusual during * \_'ipe stu_iwe (by.

outside of cabinet periods of high humidity.

Interiorlightdoes No power at outlet. * Replace fl/se or reset tire breaker:

Freezer is unplugged. • Push the l_ltw_completely, into the outlet.
Light bulb burned out. • Replace btdb.

Ooor/lid won't fully Package holding door/rid open.

close by itself

Slow starting time Built-h_ overload protection.
after being off

it )a('ka_,e is holding door/lid open.Door/rid left open. '*Check to see l

build-up Too frequent or too long

door/rid openings.
Not unusual during

periods of high humidity.

NOTE,"Do notreturnthe freezerto thestore whereyoupurchasedit. Thefreezeriseligible for ib-homeservice.Forwarrantyservice,
contact usatge.com,or cal1800.G£CAflES(U.S.),or 1.800.361.3400(Canada).

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FreezerWarranty.

Aft warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,

or an authorized Customer Care® technician. Toschedule service,
on-line, 24 hours a day, contact us at ge.com, or carl 800.GE.CARES

(U.S.), 1.800.361.3400(Canada). Please have serial number and

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warrant_

model number available when calling for service.

GE Will Replace:

One Year Any part of the fl'eezer which tails due to a detect in materials or worktnanship. During this

From the date of the limited one-year warranty, (;E will also proxi(le, free of charge, all labor and related service to

originalpurchase replace the defecti\'e part.

_: Service trips to your home to teach you how to use

the product.

_: Improper installation, delivery or maJmtenaa_ce.

::Ji::Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for

other thml the intended purpose or used commercially.

_: Food spoilage caused by:

a) Power interruption from the utility.
b) Blown fuse, open circuit breaker or other power

dJscom_ection on the owner's premises.

c) Freezer not operating because of abnormally low

electric power voltage or inadequate house wiring.

!_,_Dmnage caused after delivery.

)_:Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

breakers.

::Ji::Dmnage to the product caused by accident, fin'e, floods

or acts of God.

_: h_cidentaJ or consequential dmnage caused by possible

defects with this appliance.

_: Product not accessible to provide required service.

EXCLUSION OFIMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repa# as provided in this
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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home

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calls to your home.
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