Maytag MQU2056BRW, MQU1654BEW Owner’s Manual

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Contents

Introduction ................................................................................... 2

Important Safety Information ..................................................... 3-4

Installation Instructions ................................................................. 4

Temperature Control ..................................................................... 5

Custom Features .......................................................................... 6

Hints and Care .......................................................................... 7-9

Freezing Guidelines ............................................................... 10-12

Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 13-14

Warranty ..................................................................................... 16

Manuel du propri6taire ............................................................... 17

WCWPart No. 1-82180-001Rev.00 Part No. 12631112

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Manual del Usuario ..................................................................... 33

Please read this Owner's Manualthoroughly.This manual provides proper maintenance information.

Complete registration card and promptly return. If registration card is missing, see contact informationonthe front cover of your manual.

When contacting Maytag, please provide the following information. Product information is on the serial plate, located on the inside wall of the freezer.

Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Dealer Name

Dealer Address

Dealer Phone

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If something seems unusual, please check Troubleshooting section, which is designed to help you solve problems before calling service.

This book is intended to show the variety of features that are available in the prod- uct line. If your freezer does not have all the options that are shown, it is not a mis- take. The information providedapplies to all of the models in the product line.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION

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Warning and Important Safety instructionsappearinginthis manual are

not meantto coverall possibleconditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be

exercisedwhen installing,maintaining,or operatingthis freezer.

Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or manufacturer about problemsor conditionsyoudo notunder-

stand.

To reducerisk of fire etectric shock serious injery or death when using your freezer,followthese basic precautions, includingthefollowing:

SYMBOLS, WORDS, LABELS

DANGER _ imrned{aie Iiazards Wh_h

WILL result in severe personal injury Or death.

WARNING- Hazardsor Unsafeprac-

tices whichCOULD result in severe

......... • Takeoff thedoorsl

CAUTION-,Hazards or unsafe prac-

tices which COULD result in minor " LeaVetlie shelves in

personalinjury. S0i

To reducedSk of !nju_ or death,

fo!!ow basic precautions,including

the fo!l_ng:

IMPORTANT!Chi}d entrapmentand suffocationara not pmb!ems of the

past. Junkedor abandonedfreezers

are stilldangerous-` evenif theysit

out for "justa _ days."if you are

getting rid of your o!d freezer, please fotlow the instructionsbelow to help

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RECOGNIZE SAFETY

1. Readall insbuctionsbeforeusingthefreezer. 14. Install freezer accordingto Installationfastruetions All

2_Observeall_ocal_es andordinances, connectionsforwater,electricacowerandgroundingmust

3 Be suretofollow groundinginstructions, comply with local codes and be made by licensed

4. Checkwith a qualified electricianif you are not sure this personnelwnon required. applianceis properlygrounded. 15. Keepyourfreezer in goodcondition.Bumpingor dropping

5. DO NOTgroundto agas ine

6. DO NOTgroundto a cold-waterpipe.

7'. Freezeris deskjnedto operateon a 115 Volt. 15 amp.,

60 cycleline.Thereshoud be aseparate,groundedcircuit

servingths applanceonly

8. DO NOT modify plug on ;_owercord. If _lug does not fit

electrical outlet have properoutlet installedby a aua fled electrician.

9. DONOT usea"lwo-prongadapter,extensioncordor power

10. DO NOTremovewarnngtagfrom powercorn

11. DO NOTtamper with freezercontrols.

12. DO NOT service or replace any part of freezer unless spedfically _ommended in Owner's Manual or published

user-_epalrinstructions.DONOTattemptserviceifinstructions

arenotundetstcodoriftf_,yarebeyondpersonalskilllevel.

13.Always disconnectfreezer from electrical supply before attemptinganyservtceDsconnectpowercord bygrasping

the plug notthe cord.

freezercandamagefreezerorcausefraezertomalfunctior

or leak. Ifdamageoccurs,havefreezer checkedbyquali- fiedservicetechnician.

16. Replacewornpowercordsandtorlooseplugs.

17. Alwaysread and folinwmanufacturer'sstorageand idea environmentinstructionsfor itemsbeingstoredin freezer.

18. Do notuse any electricaldeviceor anysnerpinstrument whendefrostingyourfreezer

19. Do not operate the freezer in the presenceof explosive

fumes,

20, Donotstoreflammablesubstancesnearor in thisappliance, 21, Afteryourfreezer isinoperation,donottouchthecoldsur-

facesinthe freezercompartment,particutadywhenhands aredamporweL Skinmayadheretotheseextremelycold

surfaces.

22. Thisfreezershouldnot berecessedor built-inanenclosed caomet. It isdesignedforfreestandinginstallationonly.

23. Childrenshouldnot climb,hangorstand on anypart ofthe freezer.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is equipped with a three- prong grounding plug for your protection

against possible electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged into a grounding

receptacle. Where a standardtwo-prong- wall receptacle is encountered, it is the

personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a

properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle. Do not under any circum-

stances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Donot usean

adapter plug.

Powersupply cord with

three-prong grounding plug

REMOVE PACKING

MATERIALS:

Remove materials, tape and labels before using the freezer.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners. These can damage the

material. Clean your freezer before using it:

1. Use a sponge, cloth or paper towel and mild detergent in warm water to

clean outside and inside of freezer, door liner and gasket.

2. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

CHOOSE FREEZER

LOCATION:

1. Locate the freezer in a safe place, indoors, away from direct sunlight or heat sources such as a range, dish-

washer, laundry equipment, heat

vents or radiator.

2. DO NOT store flammables such as gasoline near the freezer.

3. Check the strength of the floor. It should hold the weight of a fully

loaded freezer.

4. Allow at least 3" (7.5 cm) between top of freezer andthe ceiling.

5. Allow at least 1" (2.5 cm) between back of freezer and the wall.

6. Allow 3" (7.5 cm) on each side of the

freezer for ease of installation.

\If

Grounding type

wall receptacle

7. If the freezer is to be against a wall, you might want to leave extra space on the hinge side so the door can be opened wider.

8. This freezer is designed to operate at a household temperature of 55° to

110° F (12.8° to 43° C).

INSTALL FREEZER:

Raise Lower

1. Adjust the 2 front legsso that the front ofthe freezer is slightly higherthan the back. When adjusted properly, the door will swing shut from 10" open.

NOTE: If the freezer is laid on its side during shipping or transport, place the

freezer upright and wait 12 hours before plugging it in. This prevents damage to

the freezer. The freezer control turns the cooling

system on. Initial control setting:

1. Set the freezer control on 4.

2. Allow the freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen food. Let the

freezer cool overnight before adding

large amounts of unfrozen food. Never add morethan 2 to 3 pounds of unfrozen food percubicfoot offreezer

space.

3. 24 hours after adding food, adjust control as desired.

Adjusting the control:

Set household thermometer snugly between frozen packages or place thermometer in a glass of vegetable oil, placed in freezer (vegetable oil will not freeze).

• Thermometer should be designed for use with freezer.

• Thermometer should read tempera- tures ranging from -5° to 50° F (-21° to 10° C).

2. Wait 5 to 8 hours.

3. Check temperature.

• Temperatureshould read 0° F (-18°C) or slightly below.

4. If temperature is not in range, adjust control only one number at a time.

NOTE: When the freezer is first started, the compressor will run constantly until the cabinet is cooled. This may take up to 6-8 hours or longer, depending on room temperature and the number of times the freezer is opened.

The outside of your freezer may feel warm. This is normal. The freezer's

designand main function is to removethe heat from packagesand air space inside

thefreezer. This heat istransferred to the roomair,so theoutside of thefreezer may

feelwarm.

• Turnthe control to a higher number if

a coldertemperatureis desired.

• Turnthe controlto a lower numberif a

less coldtemperatureis desired.

5. Wait an additional 24 hours and recheck temperature.

(SELECT MODELS) Select models have automatic defrost.

This allows the freezer to run more effi- ciently and quietly, minimizes odors, and

takes the hassle out of keeping a freezer clean.

(SELECT MODELS) Some freezer models feature a tempera-

ture monitor that provides an audible alarm. The temperature monitor alarm is located near the temperature control.

(SELECT MODELS) Touse the door lock:

1. Insert key into lock approximately _/," (6 mm).

2. Turnkey clockwiseto lock freezer and counterclockwise to unlock.

(SELECT MODELS) Fast Freeze is a convenient feature that

enables quicker freezing of large amounts of food. During Fast Freeze, the freezer runs continuously, to drive the freezer temperature down to its coldest

level. Touse Fast Freeze,simply turn the con-

trol knob to the Igloo symbol. Then place unfrozen foods in the freezer cavity, spreading them out as much as possible. Return freezer to its normal setting after

24 to 48 hours.

The alarm sounds if the temperature in the freezer rises 10° F (12° C) or more above normal for selected setting. Alarm may sound if temperature control dial is turned to a much colder setting or if a large amount of unfrozen food isadded at one time. Alarm is controlled by a three position switch.

• 0= OFF preventsalarm from sounding when freezer is warm, such as during

initialstart-up or defrosting.

• _ = TEST sounds alarm regardless of temperature. Alarm system should be

tested at least once a month.

• 1 = ON is proper setting for normal freezer use. Return switch to 1 after

defrosting.

Once locked or unlocked, the lock will push the key out, preventingthe key from being kept in the lock.

TERIORliGHT

(SELECT MODELS) The interior light works to light the freez-

er in poor or dimly lit conditions.The light is designed and tested to provide illumi- nation while minimizing heat generated if the door is accidentally left ajar. To replace the interior light, see the Hints

and Care section.

POWERLIGHT

(SELECT MODELS) The power light normallywill be "ON." Its

purpose is to warn you when there is a power absence. If for any reason the power to the freezer is interrupted (blown

fuse, loose plug, etc.) the indicator light will be "OFR"

TO([ ARYOUR

PART

Textured Doors and Exterior

Cabinet Interior

Door Gaskets

Accessories

Shelves, etc.

DO NOT USE

• Abrasive or harsh cleaners

• Ammonia

• Chlorine bleach

• Concentrated detergents or solvents

• Metal or plastic-textured scouring pads

• Abrasive or harsh cleaners

• Metal or plastic-textured scouring pads

• An automatic dishwasher

• Use 4 tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in 1 quart warm soapy water.

• Rinsesurfaces with clean warm water and dry immediatelyto avoidwater spots.

• Usewarm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth or sponge.

• Rinsesurfaces with clean warm water and dry immediatelyto avoidwater spots.

• Allow items to adjust to room temperature.

• Dilute mild detergent with water and use a soft clean cloth or sponge for cleaning.

• Usea plastic bristle brush to get into crevices.

• Rinse surfaces with clean warm water.

If odor is still present:

1. Move all food to another freezer.

2. Disconnect power to the freezer.

3. Pack freezer with crumpled sheets of black and white newspaper.

4. Place plain charcoal briquettes in

freezer on newspaper.

5. Close the freezer door and let stand 24 to 48 hours.

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Remove all frozen food and pack it in dry ice. Unplug the freezer and clean it thor- oughly. Tapethe door shut and tapeelec-

trical cord to the cabinet. When you get to your new home, referto

pages 4 and 5 for information on installa- tion and setting controls.

1. Move all food to another freezer.

2. Disconnect power to the freezer.

3. Wash all interior surfaces including door,floor and walls.

4. Clean corners, crevices and grooves thoroughly.

5. Wash all accessories and shelves by hand.

6. Dry thoroughly with soft clean cloth.

7, Reconnecl power to freezer and

allow it to cool back down.

8. Return food to freezer. Verify all food iswrapped tightly or in sealed contain- ers to preventfurther odor problems.

9. After 24 hours, check freezer to verify odor was eliminated.

6. Remove charcoal briquettes and newspapers. Clean according to directions provided in the first column.

7, Reconnect power to freezer and

allow it to cool back down.

8. Replace food in freezer in sealed, air- tight containers to minimize odor con-

tamination.

Placing a cotton swab soaked with vanilla extract or an open box of baking soda in the freezer may help prevent odors from returning.

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Toconserve energy:

• Do not set controls colder than neces- sary to maintain a temperature range

of 0° F (-18° C) or slightly below.

• Operate in normal room temperatures away from heat sources and direct sunlight.

• Keepfreezer full.

• Keep door gaskets clean and pliable. Replace gaskets if worn.

Manual defrost freezers need to be defrosted when frost has accumulated to

approximately _/_" (6 mm) of thickness. Complete defrosting and cleaning should be done at least once a year. In high humidity areas, more frequent defrosting and cleaning may be necessary. The upper section of thefreezer will generally

have more frost accumulation than the lower. Frost should not be scraped or

pulled out of the freezer,as damage may result.

Automatic Defrost Freezers (select models) do not require defrosting.

MANUAL DEFROST

FREEZERS

(SELECT MODELS)

1. Transferfood to another freezer or a well insulated cooler.

2. Disconnect power to freezer.

3. Remove the toe grille (select models) bypushingdownand pullingitforward.

Reach underneath the freezer and pull out the defrost drain tube. Place the

tube in a shallow pan or in a nearby

floor drain.

Remove defrost drain plug (select models) from the bottom front of the

freezer liner so the defrost water will flow into the drain tube.

• Empty pan as often as necessary

during the defrost.

NOTE: Some models do not have a drain plug and water collecting from the

defrostwill haveto be removed manually.

(SELECT MODELS)

1. Disconnect freezer.

2. Remove light bulb.

3. Replace bulb. NOTE: Replace bulbwith same wattage

appliance bulb.

6. Tospeed defrosting, pans of hot water may be placed on shelves in the

freezer.

• Do not bend, scrape or try to

move shelves. Shelves are part of the sealed cooling system and can be damaged.

Once defrosted, clean the freezer according to guidelines in Hints and

Care.

8. Clean defrost drain using a bottle brush. Flushthe drain with clear water

before replacing the drain tube and drain plug.

• Drain plug must be properly

installed and tightly sealed for efficient operation of the freezer.

9. Restore power to the freezer.

(SELECT MODELS)

1. Disconnect freezer.

2. Pinch tabs on light cover and pull straightdown.

3. Remove light bulb.

4. Replace bulb.

5. Replace protective cover.

6. Reconnect power supply.

NOTE: Replace bulbwith same wattage appliance bulb.

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Freezer burn occurswhen air reaches the surfaceof thefood.The cold, dry air in the

freezer causes the foodstuff to dry out in spots and lose quality.While freezer burn may not taste good, it does not make the food unsafe. Freezer burned portions should be cut away either before or after cooking thefood.

Color changes can occur in frozen foods. This can cause ground beef to go from a bright, red to a darker, duller brown due to lack of oxygen. Freezing normally doesn't cause color changes in poultry, but it will cause changesto the color near the bones resulting in 'bone darkening'. These changes are only visual changes and do not indicatepoorquality or unsafe

food.

Maytag provides this information as a guide to aid infood preservation. Forspe- cific questions regarding food handling, cooking, or storage contact USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-800-535-4555.

• You can freeze almost any food, the main exceptions being eggs still in the

shell and cans offoods.

• Frozen food kept at 0° F (-18° C) or slightly below will always be safe. Only the quality of food suffers over time.

It is safe to freeze meat or poultry directly in supermarket wrapping. This

wrapping isair permeable which allows freezer burn, so the meat should be

used within oneto two months.

• Freeze foods as quickly as possible. This prevents large ice crystals from

forming which decreases food quality.

• Neverstack packages to be frozen. Lay packagesout in a single layerand then stack them after they are frozen.

During a power outage, a full freezer

will normally keep 2 days, a half full freezer about 1 day. Food should be

stacked tightly to provide a nest of cold air-resisting thawing.

There are basic methods to defrost food safely.Food should never be defrosted at

room temperature. This allows unsafe bacteria to grow while the food is thawing. Todefrost safely use:

• Refrigerator: this allows the food to thaw in an environment that controls

bacterial growth. Most foods require a day or two to

defrost, approximately one day for each 5 Ibs.of weight.

• Cold water: place food in a leakproof bag and immerse it in coldwater (If bag

leaks, food will become contaminated by bacteria). Check water frequently to

verify it stays cold. Changewater every thirty minutes.After thawing, refrigerate the food until it is ready to use.

• Microwave: cook food immediately after using a microwaveto defrost food. Microwave defrosting warms food and can partially cook it, allowing bacteria to grow as it defrosts. Food cannot be

refrozen until it is cooked.

• As a general guideline, food 2" thick should freeze completely in about

2 hours.

Proper packaging helps prevent freezer burn, and helps limit odor transfer in the

freezer. For short term storage, freeze meat or

poultry directly in supermarket wrapping. This meat should be used within 1 to 2

months. For long term storage, follow these wrap-

ping guidelines:

• Overwrap store wrapped packages with airtight heavy duty foil, plastic wrap, freezer paper or freezer bags.

• Freeze unopened vacuum wrapped

packages as they are.

• Make sure lids are sealed tightly when

using airtight freezer containers.

• Break downfoods into smaller portions for faster freezing.

• Remove as much air as possible from

packages before placing in the freezer.

• Ifa package has accidentally been torn

or damaged while in the freezer, the

food is still safe to eat. Just overwrap it

or repackage it.

• It is not necessary to rinse meat or

poultry beforefreezing.

FREEZER STORAGE CHART*

NOTE: Freezer storage time is for

quality only.Frozen foods remain safe indefinitely.

Foodstuff Months

Bacon and Sausage 1 to 2 Casseroles 1 to 2

Egg whites or egg substitutes 12 Gravy,meat or poultry 2 to 3 Ham, Hot Dogs and

Lunch Meats 1 to 2 Meat, uncooked roasts 9

Meat, uncooked steaksor chops 4 to 6

Meat, uncooked ground 3 to 4 Meat, cooked 2 to 3 Poultry,uncooked whole 12 Poultry,uncooked parts 9 Poultry,uncooked giblets 3 to 4 Poultry,cooked 3 to 4 Soups and Stews 2 to 3 Wild game, uncooked 8 to 12

*Provided by the USDA.

Chart is based on food storage at 0°F (-18° C) or slightly below.

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Foods can be cooked or reheated directly

from the frozen state. The cooking time will increase to almost one and a half

times it would normally take. Remember

when cooking poultry or meat to remove

paper wrapping, giblet sacks, and any strings that might burn during cooking. Some meats, such as pre-stuffed whole

birds, must be cooked from the frozen state to ensure food safety.Rememberto

read the USDAlabel on the meat. NOTE: Do not use a slow cooker for

preparing foods from the frozen state.

The chart below is provided by the USDA and should be used as a guideline only.When in doubt about food safety,it is always bet- ter to throw questionable food out.

Food or Food Type MEAT,POULTRYand SEAFOOD Beef, veal, lamb, porkand ground meats Poultry and ground poultry Variety meats

(liver, kidney,heart, chitterlings) Fish, shellfish, breadedseafood products

DAIRY

Milk Eggs (out of shell) and egg products

Ice cream, frozenyogurt Cheese (soft and semi-soft)

Hard cheeses Shredded cheeses

Casseroles containing milk, cream, eggs, soft cheeses

Cheesecake FRUITS and VEGETABLES

Juices--fruit

Juices--vegetables

Home, commercially packaged or blanched

BREADS and PASTRIES Breads, rolls, muffins,

cakes (without custard fillings) Cakes, pies, pastries with custard or

cheese filling Pie crusts, commercial and homemade

bread dough OTHER

Casseroles--pasta or rice based Flour, cornmeal, nuts

Breakfast items-

waffles, pancakes,bagels

Frozen meal, entr6e, specialty items (pizza, sausage and biscuit, meat pie, andconvenience foods)

Still contains ice crystals and

feels as cold as if refrigerated

Refreeze Refreeze

Refreeze

Refreeze, however,there will be

some texture and flavor loss.

Refreeze, may lose some texture.

Refreeze

Discard

Refreeze, may lose some texture.

Refreeze Refreeze

Refreeze

Refreeze,will change in

texture and flavor.

Refreeze

Refreeze, some quality loss

may occur.

Refreeze Refreeze

Refreeze

Thawed.

Held above 40° Ffor over 2 hours

Discard Discard

Discard

Discard Discard

Refreeze

Discard Discard

Discard

Refreeze, discard if mold, yeasty smell

or sliminess develops

Discardafter held above

40° F (4° C) for 6 hours

Discardafter held above

40° F (4° C)for 6 hours or if mold,

yeasty smell or sliminess develops

Re_eeze

Discard

Refreeze, quality loss is considerable.

Discard

Re_eeze Re_eeze

Discard

You may save time and money by checking items below before calling for service. List includes common concerns that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials. If your question is not explained below, contact the CAIR_ Center at 1-800-688-9900 in the U.S.A.,or 1-800-688-2002 in Canada.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHATTO DO

Appliance not working Power outage Make sure appliance is plugged in.

Circuit breaker has tripped Verify that circuit breaker is not tripped. Fuse has blown Replace fuse, but do not change fuse capacity.

Freezer not cooling Temperaturecontrol Change control setting to 4 or above.

Poor gasket seal Clean gasket as described in Hints and Care.

Apply light coating of petroleum jelly to gasket. Failedgasket Have gasket replaced Food added recently Wait 5 to 8 hoursfor temperature to stabilize after the

addition of large quantities of unfrozen food.

Freezer runs frequently Normal Needs to run to maintain an even temperature.

Door open Close door. Temperatureset too cold Adjust temperature control to maintain freezer

temperature. Poor gasket seal Clean gasket as described in Hints and Care.

Apply light coating of petroleum jelly to gasket. Poor clearance Confirm that freezer has proper clearance on each side

and vents are unobstructed as specified in Installation

Instructions.

Light fails to illuminate Bad bulb Replace bulb as described in Hints and Caresection.

Switch not opening Clean switch plunger to ensure proper operation. Bad switch Haveauthorized servicer replace switch.

Door lock key will not Normal Locks have "pop out key"function, preventing the key stay in lock from being kept in the lock. This feature is to prevent

child entrapment.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHATTO DO Clicks Normal Temperaturecontrol clicks when starting or stopping

compressor.

Gurgles and pops Normal Refrigerant flow through evaporator coil. (like boiling water)

Hum or pulsing sound Normal Compressor operation.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHATTO DO

Water droplets on Poor gasket seal Clean gasket as described in Hints and Care.

outside of freezer Apply light coating of petroleum jelly to gasket.

Water pooling in floor Poor or missing drain plug Verify that drain plug is properly in place and sealed.

by freezer Replace drain plug ifseal is poor.

Defrost drain pan On Free-O-Frost_Mmodels, confirm that the defrost

drain pan is properly positioned.

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