GE FUM17, FCM20, FUF17, FUM9, FUM14 User Manual
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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
Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions
Food Freezers
162D9627P005 49-60172 216833200 10-01 JR
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
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).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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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.
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.
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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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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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
).
Connect cord to power outlet.
On models with a Temperature Monitor or High-Temp Alarm Switch, set the switch to the
OFF
position.
Make sure the temperature control is set at
4.
Allow freezer to operate for at least four hours before placing food inside.
On models with a Temperature Monitor or High-Temp Alarm Switch, set the switch to the
ON
position.
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4
3
2
1
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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 ONposition.
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.
Temperature Control
Freezing temperature selection is made by
setting the control from 1 to 7 (coldest).
If you want colder or warmer temperatures,
adjust the control one step at a time.
Allow several hours after each one-step
adjustment for the freezer temperature to
stabilize.
Turning the control to
OFF
stops the cooling
process but does not shut off power to the
freezer.
Located on front of freezer.
Located on back of lid.
TEMP
MONITOR
ON OFF
ALARM
HIGH-TEMP
ALARM SWITCH
POWER ON
OFF ON
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About the operation of your freezer.
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Freezer Shelves
(on some models)
The spacers (on some models) are used to
secure the shelves during shipping. Remove
and discard the spacers.
Small objects are a choke hazard to children.
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.
Key-Ejecting Lock
(on some models)
The key for the spring-loaded lock is
automatically ejected–key will not remain in
lock in either the open or closed position.
Keep the key out of reach of children and away
from the freezer.
Power-On Light
(on some models)
The Power-On Light indicates that the
freezer is properly connected to the
electrical power.
The light glows even when the temperature
control is turned off.
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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
Turn the temperature control to
OFF
and unplug the freezer.
Remove all food and place it in
corrugated boxes, insulated bags,
picnic coolers, etc. Use towels and
newspapers for insulation as needed.
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.
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.
To remove the base grille
(on some
models), remove the two screws from
the front of the grille 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.
Sponge excess water from the bottom
of the freezer as it collects to prevent
overflowing.
After defrosting, clean the inside of the
freezer (see
Care and Cleaning
).
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.
Plug in the freezer. Return the
temperature control to its previous
position and return food to the freezer.
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5
4
3
2
1
Drain Hose
Remove screws
and pull outward
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Defrosting instructions.
(for Manual Defrost models)
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Care and cleaning of the freezer.
Cleaning Your Freezer
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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.
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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.
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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.
To Remove the Freezer Door
(on Upright models)
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, 3/8″ socket 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.
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3
2
1
(on some models)
(on some models)
Screws
Screws
Top hinge
Top hinge
Plastic hinge
cover
Plastic hinge
cover
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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.
Preparing to Move
Disconnect the power cord plug from
the wall outlet. Remove foods, defrost
(on Manual Defrost models) and clean
the freezer.
Secure all loose items such as grille and
shelves by taping them securely in place
to prevent damage.
Be sure freezer stays in upright position
during actual moving and in van. The
freezer must be secured in van to prevent
movement. Protect outside of freezer
with blanket.
In Case of Extended Power Failure
■Keep freezer door/lid closed. Your
freezer will keep food frozen for 24 hours
provided warm air is not admitted.
■If freezer is out of operation for 24 hours
or more, add dry ice. Leave ice in large
pieces. Add more ice as required.
WARNING: Handling of dry ice can cause
freezing of the hands–gloves or other protection
is recommended.
■If dry ice is not available, move food to a
frozen food locker temporarily–until
power is restored.
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Preparing to install the freezer.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Freezer Location
Your freezer should be conveniently located for
day-to-day use in a dry, well-ventilated room.
Be sure to install your freezer on a floor strong
enough to support it when it is fully loaded.
The freezer must be solidly positioned on the floor
if it is to function at its best. Shims may be used to
accomplish this wherever the floor is too uneven.
If the place selected for the freezer is damp or
moist, place 2 X 4’s (51 mm X 102 mm) under its
entire length to assure adequate support.
Clearances
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