Midea MU138SWAR1RC1, MU170CWBR1RC1, MU210CWBR1RC1 User Manual
Upright Freezer
Power supply: 115 V
Frequency: 60Hz
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USER MANUAL
Warning:
Before using this product,
please read this manual carefully
and keep it for future reference.
The design and specifications
are subject to change without
prior notice for product
improvement. Consult with your
dealer or manufacturer for
details.
version A - 5 - 2019
MODEL NUMBER MU138SWAR1RC1
MU170CWBR1RC1
MU210CWBR1RC1
www.midea.com
Dear user
THANK YOU and CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of
this high-quality Midea product. Your Midea freezer is designed
for reliable, trouble-free performance. Please take a moment to
register your new freezer.
Register your new freezer at www.midea.com under the Support
tab.
For future reference, record your product model and serial
numbers located on the back of the freezer above the compressor
compartment.
Model Number________________________________________
Serial Number_________________________________________
FREEZER SAFETY .............................................................................3
OPERATION REQUIREMENTS .........................................................6
Location Requirements ..........................................................................6
Electrical Requirements .........................................................................7
PARTS AND FEATURES ...................................................................8
INSTALLATION ...................................................................................9
Unpack ..........................................................................................................9
Move to Final Location ...........................................................................9
Level Freezer ............................................................................................10
BEFORE USE ....................................................................................10
Waiting Period .........................................................................................10
Cleaning .....................................................................................................10
FREEZER USE ...................................................................................11
General ........................................................................................................ 11
Controls ...................................................................................................... 12
Additional Features ............................................................................... 14
FREEZER CARE ............................................................................... 15
Cleaning ..................................................................................................... 15
Moving ........................................................................................................ 15
Storage ....................................................................................................... 16
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................... 16
General ....................................................................................................... 16
Control Panel ............................................................................................ 18
Error Codes ............................................................................................... 19
WARNING
WARRANTY ..................................................................................... 20
FREEZER SAFETY
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YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS ARE VERY
IMPORTANT
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the
instructions shown here must be followed. Incorrect operation due to
ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage, including death.
The level of risk is shown by the following indications.
This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious
WARNINGWARNING
CAUTION
injury.
This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to
property.
This symbol indicates the possibility of dangerous voltage
constituting a risk of electrical shock is present that could
result in death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
GENERAL APPLIANCE SAFETY
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications
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provided with this appliance. Failure to follow all instructions listed
below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outfit.
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Do not remove ground plug.
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Do not use an adapter.
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Unplug the power cord by holding the plug, never by pulling the
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cord.
DO NOT turn the appliance on or off by plugging or unplugging the
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power cord.
DO NOT use an extension cord.
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Unplug the freezer before cleaning or defrosting.
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Grounding requirement
This freezer must be grounded. This freezer is equipped with a
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grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an outlet that is
properly installed and grounded.
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric
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shock. Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubt
exists as to whether the freezer is properly grounded.
LOCATION SAFETY
This freezer is intended to be used in household and similar
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environments.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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This freezer should not be recessed or built-in an enclosed cabinet. It
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is designed for freestanding installation only.
WARNING - Keep ventilation openings, in the freezer, clear of
obstruction.
DO NOT install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat
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registers, stoves, other cooking appliances or in direct sunlight.
DO NOT store or use gasoline or any flammable liquids inside or in
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the vicinity of this freezer.
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USE AND CARE SAFETY
Flammable refrigerant used. Follow handling instructions carefully.
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Risk of fire or explosion due to puncture of refrigerant tubing.
Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use mechanical devices to
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defrost freezer. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
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with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Keep key away from children.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they DO NOT play with
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the appliance.
DO NOT touch the interior of the freezer with wet hands. This could
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result in frostbite.
Clean only with a damp cloth. Use nonflammable cleaner.
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SERVICE SAFETY
Disconnect power before servicing.
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Flammable refrigerant used. To be repaired only by trained service
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personnel. Do NOT puncture refrigerant tubing.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Do not repair or
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replace any part of this appliance unless specifically recommended
in this manual. Servicing is required when the appliance has been
damaged in any way, such as the power supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
appliance, the appliance has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
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manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified person, in order
to avoid a hazard.
If component part is damaged, it must be replaced by the
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manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
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THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm
-www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
PROPER DISPOSAL
WARNING
Suffocation Hazard
Before you throw away your old freezer:
Remove the door or lid so that children cannot hide or get trapped
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inside your old appliance.
Leave any shelves in place so that children may not easily climb
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inside.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or brain
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damage.
IMPORTANT: Flammable gas and refrigerant used. It is the consumer’s
responsibility to comply with Federal and Local regulations when
disposing of this product. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed,
EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with established
procedures.
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WARNING
Explosion and Fire Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from
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appliance.
Failure to do so, can result in death, explosion or fire.
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This freezer is designed to be freestanding only, and should not be
recessed or built-in.
Place your freezer on a floor that is level and strong enough to support
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the freezer when it is fully loaded.
Place your freezer where there is access to the required electrical
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connection. See “Electrical Requirements.”
Locate the freezer away from direct sunlight and sources of heat, such
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as a stove, heater or radiator.
NOTES:
– Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may
increase electrical consumption.
– Extremely cold temperatures may also prevent the freezer from
performing properly.
Avoid locating the freezer in areas with high humidity.
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Adequate air circulation is required for efficient operation. Maintain the
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recommended clearance to ensure adequate air circulation.
RECOMMENDED CLEARANCE
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NOTE: If you place the freezer next to a fixed wall, allow sufficient space
on the hinge-side for the door to swing open.
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a
a 3" (7.6 cm)
Clearance at the
top, back and
both sides of the
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
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Do not remove the ground prong from the power cord plug.
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Do not use an adapter.
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Do not use an extension cord.
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Failure to do so can result in death, fire or electrical shock.
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IMPORTANT: A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15-amp fused, grounded electrical
supply is required.
Use an electrical outlet that accepts the grounding prong.
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NOTE: The power cord is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug
which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) electrical outlet.
We recommend that the freezer be plugged into an electrical circuit
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serving ONLY this appliance.
Use an electrical outlet that cannot be turned off with a switch or pull-
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chain.
DO NOT use an extension cord.
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b
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a 3-prong plug
b 3-prong receptacle
c Receptacle box cover
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A
B
C
D
A Air flow outlet (3)
B Wire shelf (4)
C Air flow inlet
D Wire drawer
E
F
E Door bin (4)
F Leveling feet (2 - bottom front)
Wheels (2 - bottom back)
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WARNING
Fire or Explosion Hazard
Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.
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Follow handling instructions carefully.
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Flammable refrigerant used.
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Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.
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IMPORTANT: Remove ALL exterior and interior packing materials
including the foam packing between the exterior condenser and the
freezer cabinet.
MOVE TO FINAL LOCATION
WARNING
Fire or Explosion Hazard
Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.
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Follow handling instructions carefully.
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Flammable refrigerant used.
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Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.
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IMPORTANT:
If the freezer has been in a horizontal position for any period of time,
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wait 24 hours to allow the refrigerant to settle before plugging in the
freezer.
When moving the freezer, DO NOT tilt it beyond 45° from upright.
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NOTE: Tilting the freezer more than 45° could damage the compressor
and the sealed system.
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LEVEL FREEZER
IMPORTANT: Level the freezer for proper operation and to avoid cooling,
frost and moisture problems that can occur when the door does not close
properly.
1. Move the freezer to its final location. See “Move to Final Location.”
2. Place a carpenter's level on the top of the freezer cabinet.
3. Adjust the two leveling feet, (one foot located at each of the two front
corners of the freezer cabinet) until the freezer is level.
NOTE: The leveling feet are easier to adjust if you have someone push
against the top front of the freezer to take some weight off the feet.
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To Raise - Turn the leveling feet clockwise
To Lower - Turn the leveling feet counterclockwise.
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WAITING PERIOD
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CLEANING
1. Wash the freezer interior using a soft cloth dampened with a baking
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2. Using a soft cloth, thoroughly dry all surfaces.
Before plugging the freezer into a grounded 3-prong electrical outlet,
allow it to stand upright for approximately 2 hours.
NOTE: This reduces the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling
system from improper handling during transportation.
soda solution (2 tablespoons baking soda mixed with 1 quart of warm
water).
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GENERAL
The storage life of frozen foods varies and the recommended storage
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time should not be exceeded.
Pre-packed, commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance
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with the frozen food manufacturer’s instructions for a three-star frozen
food storage compartment or home freezer.
DO NOT put bottled food or drinks in the freezer.
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WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
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Do not remove the ground prong from the power cord plug.
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Do not use an adapter.
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Do not use an extension cord.
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Failure to do so can result in death, fire or electrical shock.
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1. Plug in your freezer. Wait for 30 minutes, and then open the freezer
door to determine if the freezer is working properly.
2. Unlock the control panel by pressing and holding for 3 seconds.
See, “Controls.”
3. Set the freezer temperature by pressing the
panel. A beep sounds when the MAX or MIN temperature is reached.
4. Place frozen food into the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase.
If there are instructions on the package, carefully follow these
instructions regarding storage times.
or on the control
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
Allow hot foods to cool to room temperature before placing them in
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the freezer. Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality or spoil.
Overloading the freezer forces the compressor to run longer.
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Wrap foods properly and wipe containers dry before placing them in
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the freezer. This cuts down on frost build-up inside the freezer.
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Do not line freezer storage shelves with aluminum foil, wax paper or
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paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the
freezer less efficient.
Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended
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searches. Remove as many items as needed at one time, and then
close the door as soon as possible.
Do NOT add a large amount of unfrozen food to the freezer at one
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time. This will lower the cooling efficiency of the freezer.
CONTROLS
IMPORTANT: The control panel automatically locks after 30 seconds of
inactivity to prevent accidental activation. Unlock the control panel for
use.
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SET TEMPERATURE
This appliance is intended for indoor household and garage use only. This
freezer can be used as either a freezer or refrigerator (fridge) for your food
storage needs; however the default temperature setting is 0 °F (-18 °C).
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a
b
a High temperature
c
d
indicator/alert
b Door open indicator/
alert
c Decrease temperature
e
button
d Increase temperature
f
button
e Temperature display
g
f Quick freeze button
g Control panel lock/
h
unlock button
h Freezer/Fridge mode
button
Freezer mode temperature range: 10 °F ~ -11 °F (-12 °C ~ -24 °C).
Fridge mode temperature range: 35 °F ~ 46 °F (2 °C ~ 8 °C).
If the freezer is unplugged or loses power, you must wait 3 to
5 minutes before restarting it. The freezer will not start if you attempt
to restart it sooner.
If you choose to adjust the temperature setting, allow several hours for
the temperature to stabilize between adjustments.
LOCK
To manually lock or unlock the control panel for use:
Press and hold for 3 seconds.
NOTE: Depending on the state of the Control Panel (locked or unlocked),
the Lock icon will either illuminate (locked) or turn off and a beep will
sound.
REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER MODE
This freezer has an advanced design feature that lets you change it from a
freezer to a refrigerator. You can switch from Freezer mode to Refrigerator
mode only by using the control panel.
The Freezer / Fridge light on the control panel indicates the current mode.
1. Press and hold
2. Press and hold
for 3 seconds to unlock the control panel.
for 3 seconds to change modes. The panel beeps
and the indicator light changes to the mode selected.
QUICK FREEZE
The Quick Freeze feature lowers the temperature below the normal
operating temperature to quickly freeze foods.
1. Press and hold
2. Press
to select Quick Freeze mode. The blue snowflake icon
illuminates.
NOTE: You can press
The Quick Freeze mode turns off automatically:
After 3 hours, if the temperature falls below -13 °F (-25 °C).
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After 24 hours, If the temperature does not fall below -13 °F (-25 °C).
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for 3 seconds to unlock the control panel.
a second time to exit quick freeze mode.
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TEMP DISPLAY (°F VS °C)
1. Press and hold for 3 seconds to unlock the control panel.
2. Press and hold
or for 3 seconds to switch between Fahrenheit
and Celsius.
RETURN TO FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS
1. Press and hold for 3 seconds to unlock the control panel.
2. Press
freezer controls to the factory default settings.
NOTE: The control panel will beep and all indicators will illuminate for
3 seconds. If the compressor is running, it will pause for 5 minutes, and
then restart.
and buttons at the same time for 3 seconds to reset the
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ADDITIONAL FEATURES
HIGH TEMPERATURE ALERT
If the freezer is having trouble maintaining a cold temperature, the LED on
the control panel will illuminate and a beep will sound.
FREEZER MODE: The interior temperature is over 18 °F (-8 °C) for
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36 hours.
FRIDGE MODE: If the interior temperature is over 59 °F (15 °C) for
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36 hours.
If the temperature returns to within normal range, the alert turns off
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automatically.
Press any button on the control panel to turn off the alert.
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Possible Causes:
The room is too warm e. g. the freezer is in a garage in the summer
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next to a car with a hot engine.
The freezer ventilation openings are blocked or dusty.
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There are door seal gaps.
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DOOR OPEN ALERT
If the door is open for longer than 5 minutes, the Door Open alert is
activated; the LED on the control panel will illuminate and a buzzer will
sound intermittently.
To turn off the Door Open alert, close the freezer door.
Make sure that no items are blocking the door open to prevent it from
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closing completely.
Make sure the freezer is level. The door may not close properly if the
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freezer is not level. See, “Leveling.”
TEMP OUT OF RANGE ALERT (e.g. POWER FAILURE)
If there is a difference of at least 12.6 °F (7 °C) between the set
temperature and the interior temperature 42 hours after you shut the
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If the temperature returns to within normal range, the alert will turn off
automatically.
Press any button on the control panel to turn off the alert.
Power failure.
The room is too warm or cold.
The freezer ventilation openings are blocked or dusty.
There are door seal gaps.
FREEZER CARE
Your freezer is designed for year-round use and requires minimal cleaning
and maintenance. To keep your freezer running efficiently and odor free,
we recommend that you clean the freezer regularly.
CLEANING
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Unplug your appliance or disconnect power before cleaning.
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Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock or personal injury.
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WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
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Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.
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IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to the finish, DO NOT use gasoline,
benzine, thinner or other solvents, and DO NOT use abrasive cleaners.
1. Unplug the freezer from the electrical outlet.
2. Remove all food.
3. Remove and wash the shelves with a mild detergent solution.
4. Wash the freezer interior using a soft cloth dampened with a baking
soda solution (2 tablespoons baking soda mixed with 1 quart of warm
water).
5. Clean the gasket around the door. Gently wipe the gasket using a soft
cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution.
NOTE: Gaskets must be kept clean and pliable to assure a proper seal.
6. Using a soft cloth, thoroughly dry all surfaces.
7. Plug in or reconnect power.
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MOVING
IMPORTANT: When moving your freezer, DO NOT tilt it beyond 45° from
upright.
1. Unplug your freezer from the wall outlet.
2. Remove all food.
3. Securely tape down all loose items inside your freezer.
4. Tape the door shut.
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