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Whirlpool
Guide
To help you get
the most from your
new freezer
Before you freeze the first apple
pie, you will want to know all
about your new Whirlpool
freezer. That’s what this Use and
Care Guide is all about. Ittells
you how to start it, fill it, clean it...
even whatto do if anything goes
wrong. See handy Self-service
Check List on back page of
simple problems you can solve
yourself without the wasted time
and possibleexpenseofa need
less service call. After all, who
needs a service technician to
plug back in an electric cord
that's been accidentally
pulled out?
Safety first
Prevent child
entrapment
Please read the safety
booklet from the Association
of Home Appliance Manu
facturers that is packed in
your freezer. Help prevent
accidents if you plan to
abandon or "junk" an old
freezer.
Before you use your
freezer
It is your personal
responsibility to make sure that
your new treezer;
• Is installed by a qualified
installer.
• Has been installed where it is
protected from the elements.
• Has been installed in a level
area on a floor that is strong
enough to support the weight.
Care
• Is properly connected to
electricity and properly
electrically grounded.
• Is properly used only for the
job it was intended to do.
• Is not used by small children
or anyone unable to operate it
properly.
• Is properly maintained.
Also:
• Do not remove TECH SHEET
attached to the inside of servioe
panel. This technical
information is for the service
technician.
• Remove the Consumer Buy
Guide label before using the
freezer.
Energy saving tips
• Check door or lid gaskets for
tightness of seal. If freezer has a
lock, keeping it locked can
help insure door closure and
good seal. Level cabinet
properly to assure a good door
seal.
• Keep door openings to a
minimum. Remove as many
items at one time as possible.
CHEST FREEZER
Models EHH-150F, EHH-180F,
EHH-230F, EHH-270F
(Model EHH-230F shown)
• Fill to capacity. However, do
not add too much unfrozen food
at one time. Follow
recommended loading
procedures.
• Frost should not build up to
more than %-inch (6 mm) thick
(reduces efficiency).
• Set cold control to provide the
right degree of cold
temperature. Temperature
should be about 0°F ( -22°C).
There is no need to store foods
below 0°F.
• Do not locate freezer next to or
near a heat source, such as a
range, water heater, furnace,
etc.
(See booklet, How to
Preserve Foods the
Modern Way with Your
WHIRLPOOL Freezer, for
complete information
and tips on home
freezing.)
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Before starting
your freezer
1. Locate it properiy - For top
performance, locate your
freezer in a cool, dry, well-
ventilated place out of direct
sunlight and away from such
heat sources as radiators. Pick a
safe piace, indoors, away from
infiammables such as gasoline.
For proper air circulatioh allow
at least two inches (5 cm) of air
space at the back and three
inches (7.5 cm) at the sides of
the freezer. Do not cover the
freezer wifh such items as
blankets, sheets, tablecloths,
etc. Check the strength of the
floor, make certain it can
support the weight of the freezer
when it is loaded. It should not
be necessary to remove the lid
during installation. If, for any
reason, the hinges need
adjustment, see your authorized
WHIRLPOOL dealer.
Remove the defrost drain cover
from the literature package,
located inside your freezer.
Install that cover, as shown on
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2. Keep it level - Level freezer
from end to end and from front
to back so that the lid will seal
properly. With the lid opeh, lay
a spirit level on the edge of the
freezer at the end and the front
of the cabinet. If it is necessary to
level cabinet, use wood shims.
Do not use cardboard or other
soft material.
3. Cleaning - Before starting,
wash the interior with a solution
of two tablespoons (26 g) of
baking soda to one quart(.95 L)
of warm water. Rinse and dry.
Wash outside of freezer with
warm water ahd mild soap or
detergent, rinse thoroughly and
dry.
NOTE: Do not use an abrasive or
harsh cleanser. Cleaning
waxes, concentrated
detergents, bleaches and
cleansers containing petroleum
products should not be used to
clean plastic parts of the
freezer.
To start freezer
Electrical Connection —Your
freezer should be connected to
its own individual receptacle,
one not controlled by a wall
switch. Make sure the
receptacle provides 120 volt, 15
amp, 60 Hz AC current. For your
safety, the power supply cord of
the freezer is equipped with a
three-pronged grounding plug.
It should be plugged into a
matching grounded three
pronged type wall receptacle.
Attach retaining clip for cord
plug Do not remove the ground
prong. See electrical require
ments and grounding in
structions sheet for complete
information.
Set coid controi - Insert a coin
in the slot of the control to turn
it. To start, turn cold control to
Number 3. This position will main
tain zero zone temperatures
under normal operating oonditions. Turn the cold control
to a higher number for colder
temperatures or a lower
number for less cold
temperatures.
Let freezer cool before filling -
Allow freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours
before filling with frozen food.
Let it cool overnight before
adding a quantity of food to be
frozen.
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NOTE: When freezer first starts, the
motor will run all the time until
the cabinet is cooled to a safe
storage temperature. This first
cooling may take 6 to 8 hours or
longer, depending upon the
weather and number of times the
freezer lid is opened. After the
cabinet is cooled, the motor turns
off. It will then turn on and off as
needed to keep the freezer at a
safe storage temperature.
Key eject lock
Your freezer is equipped with a
key eject lock which can help
reduce the hazard of child
entrapment. To lock or unlock
the freezer it is necessary to
manually hold the key in the
look while turning. The lock is
spring loaded so the key can
not be left in the lock. If key is
lost, a replacement can be
obtained from your dealer or a
Whirlpool TECH-CARE" service
agent. Always give complete
model and serial numbers of
your freezer when requesting a
replacement key.
Taking care of
your freezer
Defrosting and cleaning
When frost has built up to about
%-inch (6 mm) thickness, it is
time to defrost. Use a plastic
scraper.
Do not use an ice pick, knife or
other sharp-pointed tool as it
could damage the liner
of the freezer.
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How to freeze food in your freezer
Heavy-duty aluminum freezer foil, kraft
paper with cellophane bonded to it,
special freezer bags, jars, cartons and
special pressure-sensitive freezer sealing
tape are available at your supermarket or
freezer dealer. See your "How fo Freeze
Book" for packaging material guide.
Storing frozen food
When food is frozen, stack packages
anywhere in the freezer. Make sure that
packages do not extend above the top of
the cabinet, keeping lid from closing.
Sliding basket
store food that is alike in basket; it can
be moved easily from side to side
when loading or unloading food
sfored below. Basket can be lifted out
completely.
Loading
Before loading with unfrozen food, turn
cold control to coldest position (highest
number) and let freezer operate for several
hours. This will speed up fhe rafe of
freezing. Lay packages to be frozen in a
single layer so each rests on a freezing
surface. (See illustration above.) Allow
space between packages for cold airto
circulafe.
Food will be frozen in about 18 to 24 hours,
depending upon the kind of food, size and
shape of fhe package and fhe amounf
fo be frozen. Do not add more unfrozen
food unfil previous load is frozen. If in doubf,
wait 24 hours before adding more un
frozen food.
When food is frozen, return cold control
to its usual setting.
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How to freeze food in your freezer
To freeze food in your freezer
When freezer has cooled to a safe storage
temperature, it may be loaded with frozen
food. However, when you plan to freeze
a quantity of unfrozen food, see the
following chart for the amount to freeze
at one time.
POUNDS OF FOOD
TO FREEZE AT ONE TIME
Size of
Freezer
15 cu. ft.
(433 L)
IBcu.ft.
(519 L)
23cu.ft.
(661L)
27 cu. ft.
(772 L)
Meat or
Fish
30
(13.5 kg)
36 54
(16,2 kg)
46 69
(20.7 kg)
54
(24.3 kg)
Vegetables
ar Fruit
45
(20.3 kg)
(24.3 kg)
(31 kg)
81
(36.5 kg)
PACKAGE AND SEAL CAREFULLY
Airtight packaging is the secret of success
in treezing foods. Containers and
wrappings should be moisture-vapor-
proof and packages should be sealed
carefully to keep natural moisture in and
air out.
If food is not properly wrapped, treezer burn
will result. When this happens, food de
hydrates and is of poor quality.
The drugstore fold is recommended for
efficiency and economy. Bring the edges
of the paper together and fold over until it
fits tightly around the articles being
wrapped (at least two folds).
'These amounts are based on USDA
recommendations. If too many packages
of unfrozen food are packed at one time
into the freezer, the rate of freezing is too
slow. Poor quality products result.
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Caution Do not use any type of
electric defroster to speed the
defrosting of the freezer. The
heat can cause damage to
some of the interior parts.
Complete defrosting and
cleaning should be done at
least once a year. In high
humidity areas, a freezer may
need more frequent defrosting.
Follow these steps:
1. Disconnect service cord
2. Remove frozen foods and
wrap packages individually
in several thicknesses of
newspaper and cover with a
blanket. Food handled this
way will stay frozen several
hours.
Remove storage basket and
food divider, if your freezer has
them. Wash in warm soapy
water. Rinse and dry.
3. Connect defrost water drain
- remove drain cover , pull
out. Insert hose adapter pro
vided into drain outlet.
Remove rubber stopper from
inside bottom of freezer.
Place a flat pan under the
drain, or attach a hose to the
threaded portion of the
adapter and direct the water
into a convenient drain.
4. Speed the melting of the frost
by placing pans of hot water
inside the freezer; or direct
ing air from an electric fan
into the freezer: or using a
garden hose to wash the
inside with warm water
5. Wash inside of freezer with a
solution of two tablespoons
(26 g) of baking soda to one
quart (.95 L) of warm water.
Rinse and dry. Wash the
gasket strip around the lid
and trim strip around the top
of the cabinet with warm,
soapy water. Rinse and dry.
Wash outside of freezer with
warm, soapy water Rinse
and dry.
6. Remove hose adapter. Re
place drain cover and
rubber stopper.
7. Plug service cord back
into wall outlet.
NOTE: Cleaning waxes, concen
trated detergents, bieaches
and cleansers containing
petroleum products should not
be used to clean the lid gasket
or plastic parts of the freezer.
Vacation and moving care
When you take a vacation
Arrange to have a periodic
check of your freezer to make
sure it is operating and
electricity to freezer has not
been interrupted.
moving freezer
If you shutthe freezer off for a
period ot time (more than 24
hours):
• Remove all food.
• Unplug freezer.
• Clean thoroughly, using two
tablespoons (26 g) of baking
soda ta one quart (.95 L) of
warm water. Rinse and dry.
• Block lid open so air can
circulate freely to prevent
odor and mold growth. Place
rubber or wood blocks be
tween lid and cabinet. Tape
blocks securely in place using
self-adhesive filament tape
(strapping tape).
If you move the freezer:
• Remove all food, unplug
freezer and clean thoroughly.
• Do not place heavy objects
inside or on top of freezer as
damage may result.
• Level freezer when relocated to
insure lid sealing.
CAUTION: To help prevent
accidents, do not allow
children to have access to the
freezer when the door is
blocked open.
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If you need
service or help,
we suggest you
follow these three
steps:
1. Before calling for service.
Performance problems often re
sult from little things you can
find and fix yourself without tools
of any kind.
If electricity goes off
Learn how long power will be off
by calling the power company.
1. If service is to be interrupted
24 hours or less, keep freezer
closed. Most food will stay
frozen.
2. If service is to be interrupted
longer than 24 hours, do this:
(a) Remove all frozen food
and store in a frozen food
locker. Or...
(b) Place dry ice on top of
food, using as large
pieces as possible. Protect
your hands with gloves
when using dry ice.
(c) If neither food locker stor
age nor dry ice is avail
able, use or can
perishable food at once.
3. The length of time food will
stay frozen depends on sev
eral factors. For instance: a full
freezer will remain cold
longer than a freezer only
partially filled. And a freezer
full of meat will stay cold
longer than a freezer filled
with baked goods. Also, if the
food still contains ice crystals,
it may be safely refrozen, al
though the quality and flavor
may be affected. Use this food
as soon as convenient. If the
condition of the food is poor
or Is any way questionable, it
is wise to dispose of it.
If freezer stops running
1. Check to see if power cord is
plugged into the outlet.
2. Check fuse box or circuit
breaker.
3. Check electric company for a
power failure.
If motor seems to run too long
1. If large amounts of unfrozen
food have been put into the
freezer, motor will run longer.
2. On hot summer days or if room
is hof, mofor will run longer to
provide correct amount of
cooling.
Part No, 753274 Rev. B
If frost builds up on the trim
strip around top of oablnet
1. Check the fit of the lid to make
sure it is sealing. With the lid
closed, press down firmly on
the edges or at the center of
the lid. This pressure will cause
the flexible lid to fit flat
against the cabinet and seal.
2. Do not open or close the lid
by grasping a corner. Use the
handle.
Replaoing lamps
Interior light: If freezer has an in
terior light, disconnect electric
cord from outlet. Replace bulb
with a 15-watt appliance bulb.
Reconnect freezer.
Exterior signal light: Disconnect
electric cord from outlet. Insert
screwdriver under metal edge,
being careful nof to chip finish
of freezer, and snap ouf lamp
assembly. Unplug lamp and re
place wifh lamp of same waftage and size. Order lamp from
your Whirlpool dealer. Snap
light assembly back into place
making sure sealing gasket is
under outside edge. Reconnect
freezer.
2. If you need service...
Whirlpool Franchised
TECH-CARE® Service
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SYMBOL OF QUALITY SERVICE
It is reassuring to know that
Whirlpool stands behind your
new appliance with its network
of franchised TECH-CARE® ser
vice companies. TECH-CARE
service is designed to fulfill your
warranty and provide the after
warranty service and mainte
nance to keep your new appli
ance in top notch condition,
anywhere in the United States.
Whirlpool wants you to get the
service that you would expect
on quality home appliances.
If you move...
To make sure that your appli
ance is correctly installed and
to insure its continued satisfac
tory operation, please
telephone your nearest
TECH-CARE service company
for installation or to get the
name of a qualified instalier.
(instaliation cost wili, of course,
be paid by you.)
Or, It you need service...
1. Call the dealer from whom
you purchased the dppliance
or a Whirlpool franchised
TECH-CARE service company.
He is in the Yellow Pages of your
telephone directory listed
under Refrigerators and Freez
ers - Repairing or Servicing.
(Also under Washers, Dryers -
Repairing or Servicing.)
2. Should you not find a listing,
diai free, the Whirlpooi
COOL-LINE® service assistance
telephone number (800)
253-1301. When calling from:
Michigan .... (800) 632-2243
Alaska &
Hawaii
.........
(800) 253-1121
3. If you have a problem...
Call Whirlpool Corporation in
Benton Harbor at the COOL-LINE
service assistance telephone
number (see Step 2) or write:
Mr. Stephen E. Upton
Vice President
Whirlpool Corporation
Administrative Center
2000 U.S. 33, North
Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022
Remember...If you must call or
write, please provide: your
name, address, telephone num
ber, type of appliance, brand,
model, serial number, date of
purchase, the dealer’s name,
and a complete description of
the problem. This information is
needed in order to better re
spond to your request for
assistance.
Helpful Hint...The model and
serial number plate is located
on the lower right side corner of
the freezer (see illustration on
front page).
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