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use&care guide
UPRIGHT
Model EV130C
r-Freezers, Ice Makers, Dishwashers, Built-In Ovens and Surlace Units, Ranges, Microwave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Conditioners, Dehumidifiers, Automatic Washers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers
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Please read this Use and Care Guide^ before you do anything else.
This booklet fells you how to start your freezer,
defrost it, clean it and adjust controls.
Treat your new freezer with care. Use it only to
do what home freezers are designed to do.
Parts and features
Temperature
Control
Power Saving^
Control "
Stationary
Freezer
Shelves
Trivet
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here...
When you need service, or call with a question,
have this information ready:
1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers from the
plate located as shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Copy this information in these spaces. Keep this
book, your warranty and sales slip together in a
handy place.
Please complete and mail the Owner Regis
tration Card turnished with this product.
Stationary
Door
Shelves
Model and
Serial Number
Plate
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company and Telephone Number
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Contents
SAFETY FIRST..................................... ... 3 CLEANING YOUR FREEZER
BEFORE YOU PLUG IT IN
Install Properly................................... ... 4 FREEZING FOOD IN YOUR FREEZER
Level Freezer
Remove Sales Labels
Clean It
Plug It In
USING YOUR FREEZER
Setting the Temperature Control .... . . . 5
Adjusting the Temperature Control ..
Cooling Freezer First
The Power Saving Control
Removing the Bottom Trivet..............
Energy Saving Tips
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©1987 Whirlpool Corporation
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... 3 Cleaning Chart
.. . 4 Packaging and Sealing Food
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. . . 4 Loading
. . . 4 Storing Frozen Food
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To Wrap Foods
VACATION AND MOVING CARE
Vacations
Shutting Off and Moving
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE
REIMBURSEMENT FOR FOOD LOSSES
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Safety first
Child entrapment and suffocation
are not problems of the past. Junked
or abandoned freezers are still dan
gerous...even If they will "just sit in
the garage for a few days.”
If you are getting rid of your old
freezer, do it safely. Please read the
enclosed safety booklet from the =
Association of Home Appliance Manu
facturers. Help prevent accidents.
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Before you plug it in
IMPORTANT
Before using your freezer, you are personally re
sponsible for making sure that it...
• is installed and levelled on a floor that will hold the
weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.
• is connected only to the right kind of outlet, with the
right electrical supply and grounding. {Refer to
your “Electrical Requirements and Grounding
Instructions.")
• is used only for jobs expected of home freezers.
• is not near an oven, radiator or other heat source.
• is properly maintained.
• is out of the weather.
• is used in an area where the room temperature
will not exceed 110°F (43.3°C).
• is not run where there are explosive fumes.
• is not used by those who may not understand
how it should be used.
• is not loaded with food before it has time to get
properly cold.
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Install properly..
1. Check the strength of the floor. It should hold the
weight of a fully loaded freezer.
2. Pick a «Ole ploce, Indoors, away from In
flammables such as gasoline.
3. Allow 3 inches [7.5 cm) air space on top of freezer
for proper ventilation.
4. Allow at least an inch (2.5 cm) between the
freezer condenser, on the back of the unit, and
the wall.
5. Allow '/2 inch (1.25 cm) on each side of the freezer
for ease of installatipn.
6. 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.
7. The four bolts that held your freezer in the shipping
crate are designed to be the levelling legs. Screw
the legs far enough info fhe bolf holes, in each of
the four bottom corners, so the freezer stands
about 1 inch (2.5 cm) off the floor.
Remove sales labels
Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label and any
Inside labels before using the freezer.
To remove any remaining glue:
1. Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball, then
remove.
OR
2. Soak area with dishwashing detergent solution (1
teaspoon detergent in 1 quart warm water) be
fore removing glue as described in step 1.
DO NOT USE rubbing alcohol or flammable or
toxic solvents, such as acetone, gasoline, car
bon tetrachloride, etc. These can damage the
material.
NOTE: DO NOT REMOVE the Tech Sheet tas-
tened under the treezer at the front.
Plug it in...
1. Keep the 4 bolts that hold freezer in shipping crate.
They are the levelling legs.
2. Screw these bolts all the way into bolt holes at the
bottom corners of freezer. Move freezer into place.
3. Adjust each leg until the freezer won't rock.
4. Adjust front legs to level the freezer.
- To raise corners, turn legs in direction shown.
- To lower corners, turn legs in direction shown.
5. Check with level.
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused
and properly grounded electrical supply is re
quired. It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.
Do not use an extension cord. Use a recep
tacle which cannot be turned off with a switch
or pull chain. See Individual electrical require
ments and grounding instruction sheet in your liter
ature package.
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Using your freezer
Setting the temperature control...
To start, turn control to the middle of the dial. This
setting is designed to maintain the temperature at
or near 0°F (-17.8 °C) under normal operating
conditions.
The Poner Saving Control...
operates electric heaters. These heaters help pre
vent moisture from forming on the outside of the
freezer when humidity is high.
1. Use the OFF setting when humidity is low.
2. Use the ON setting only if moisture forms on the
outside of the freezer.
Adjusting the temperature control...
1. Turn control to higher number for colder temper
atures.
2. Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures.
Cooling freezer first...
1. Allow freezerto cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with
frozen food.
2. Let it cool overnight before adding large amount
of unfrozen food.
Note: When freezer is first started, the compressor
will run constantly until the cabinet is cooled. It may
take up to 6 to 8 hours or longer, depending on room
temperature and the number of times the freezer
door is opened.
After the cabinet is cooled, the compressor will
turn ON and OFF as needed to keep the freezer at
the proper temperature.
POWER SAVING CONTROL
A f I 1 k “EDUCES
POWER \ ^ EXTERIOR
OFF ON MOISTURE
Removing the bottom trivet...
To remove:
1. Lift front of trivet out of supports,
2. Pull out.
To replace:
1. Position back of trivet on the rear wall supports.
2. Lower front into place.
Energy saving tips...
You can help your freezer use less electricity.
• Check door gasket and level freezer to assure a
good door seal.
• Clean the condenser coils regularly.
• Keep door openings to a minimum. Remove several
items at one time. Keep contents organized to elimi
nate searching.
• Fill to capacity. Follow recommended procedures
for freezing foods. See pages 7 and 8,
Lift the Front,
Then Pull Out.
• Set Temperature Control to provide temperatures
around 0°F(-17.8 °C). There is no need to store
foods below 0°F,
• Keep door locked to ensure door closure.
• Do not let frost build up to more than 'A inch (6 mm)
thick. Efficiency is reduced.
• Keep Power Saving Control on OFF when humidity is
low.
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Cleaning your freezer
This freezer should be cleaned when frost has built up to about Va inch (6 mm) thickness.
Complete defrosting and cleaning should be done at least once a year.
In high humidity areas, a freezer may need more frequent defrosting.
To dofiDSt and clean:
1. Turn Temperature Control to OFF.
2. Unplug power cord.
3. Place a shallow pen on floor under drain hole in
bottom of freezer.
4. Take out all food and removable parts.
Note: Wrap frozen foods and packages in several
layers of newspaper and cover with blanket. Food will
stay frozen for several hours.
5. Place pan of hot water inside freezer to speed
melting of frost. Keep door open. Ice can be re
moved in large pieces as it melts. Direct air from
electric fan into freezer to speed defrosting.
6. Clean freezer according to the following
directions.
After defrosting:
1. Remove shallow pan from underneath freezer
2. Plug in power cord,
3. See directions for "Setting the Temperature Con
trol," page 5.
Cleaning chart..
Part
Removable parts
(trivet)
Outside
Inside waHs
Door liner and gasket
What to use
Mild detergent and
warm water.
Sponge, cloth or
paper towel; mild
detergent, warm water
Waxing Is recommended In high humidity areas. Use a good auto
paste wax or an appliance wax on painted metal surfaces. Do not
use on plastic because It may damage these parts.
Plastic scraper, pans of • Use plastic scraper to remove frost
hot water, electric fan, • Place pans of hot water in freezer with door open
sponge or towel, baking to speed melting. Directing air from an electric
soda and warm water. fan into freezer will also help.
DO NOT USE an Ice pick, knife of other sharp-pointed tool or any
type of electric defroster to defrost freezer. They can cause damage
to the liner and Interior parts.
Sponge, soft cloth or
paper towel; mild deter
gent and warm water.
DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches
or cleansers containing petroleum on plastic parts.
How to clean
• Wash with warm water and a mild detergent.
• Rinse and dry.
• Wash with warm water and a miid detergent.
• Rinse and dry.
• Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers.
• Wash with solution of 2 tablespoons (26 g) baking
soda to 1 quart (.95 L) warm water
• Rinse and dry,
Wash with mild detergent and warm water.
Rinse and dry.
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Condenser colls
Vacuum cieaner;
using the brush
attachment.
• Slide freezer out away from the wall.
• Clean dust and lint from condenser coils behind
the freezer, every 2 or 3 months.
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Freezing food in your freezer
To nrap foods..
1. Cut sheet of wrapping material about one-
third longer than distance around food to be
wrapped. Place wrapping sheet on flat sur
face with food in center of sheet.
When freezer has cooled to a safe storage
temperature, it may be loaded with frozen food.
When you plan to freeze 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
13 cu. ft.
(368 L]
’These amounts are based on USDA recommen
dations. 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.
Meat or
Fish
26 lbs.
(11.7 kg.]
Vegetables
or Fruit
39 lbs.
(17.5 kg.]
2. Bring front and back of wrapping together
and fold in toward food, making at least two
one-inch [2.5 cm] folds until food fits tightly
against wrapping.
3. Crease ends close to food to eliminate air
pockets.
Packaging and sealing food...
Airtight packaging is important in freezing
foods. Containers and wrappings should be
moisture and vapor-proof and packages should
be sealed carefully to keep moisture in and air
out.
Freezer burn can result if food is nof properly
wrapped. When fhis happens, food dehydrates
and is of poor quality.
4. Press all air from package, Fold each end over
twice. Make sure fold is tight and fasten
against end of package with freezer tape.
NOTE: When packaging meats that have not
been boned, pad sharp edges with extra wrap
or use stockinette to protect against tearing or
puncturing.
Use heavy-duty aluminum freezer foil, kraft pa
per with cellophane bonded to it, special freezer
bags, jars, cartons and freezer sealing tape for
packaging your food items. You'll find them at the
supermarket or freezer dealer.
See booklet, “How to Preserve Foods the
Modem Way with Your WHIRLPOOL Freezer,”
for complete Information and tips on home
freezing.
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1. Before freezing large quantities of food, turn
Temperature Control to highest setting and let
freezer operate for several hours,
To speed freezing, lay packages in a single
layer so each rests on the freezing surface of a
shelf. Leave space between packages.
Add more unfrozen food after first load is
frozen (approximately 18 to 24 hours).
Storing frozen food...
After food is frozen, stack packages anywhere
in the freezer. Packages should not extend be
yond the shelf edge or they may keep the door
from closing and sealing properly.
Trivet - Store heavy and bulky packages here.
Trivet should be in place at all times for proper air
circulation,
4. After all food is frozen, return Temperature
Control to the usual setting.
Door storage - Store packages on the door
shelves behind the retaining bar.
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Vacation and moving care
Vacations...
Arrange for someone to make regular checks of
your freezer to make sure it is operating and electricity
has not been interrupted.
Shutting off and moving... |
If frnozor Is shut off for more than 24 hours:
1. Remove and store all food.
2. Unplug freezer.
3. Clean thoroughly. See "Cleaning your freezer,"
page 6.
4. Block door open for air circulation. Place blocks
between door and cabinet and tape in place
with self-adhesive filament tape.
If you move the freezer:
1. Remove trivet.
2. Do not place objects Inside cabinet.
3. Level properly to ensure good door seal.
CAUTION: To help prevent accidents, do not al
low children near the freezer when the door Is
blocked open.
To restart freezer, see "Using your freezer;' page 5.
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If you need service or assistance,
we suggest you follow these five steps:
1. Before calling for assistance...
Performance problems often result 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
• If service is to be interrupted 24 hours or less, keep
freezer closed. Most food will stay frozen.
• If service is to be interrupted longer than 24 hours,
do this:
1. Remove all unfrozen food and store in a frozen
food locker. OR...
2. Place dry ice on top of food, using as large
pieces as possible. Protect your hands with
gloves when using dry ice.
3. If neither food locker storage or dry ice is avail
able, use or can perishable food at once.
• The length of time food will stay frozen depends on
several factors. For instance: a full freezer will remain
cold longer than a freezer partially filled. And a
freezer full of meat will stay cold loriger 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 in any way questionable, it is
wise to dispose of it.
If freezer stops running:
• Check to see if power cord is piugged into the
outlet.
• Check fuse box or circuit breaker.
• Check electric company for a power failure.
• Be sure Temperature Control is turned ON.
If compressor seems to run too long:
• Check to see that condenser, located on back of
freezer, is free of dust and lint.
• On hot summer days or if room is hot, compressor will
run longer to provide the correct amount of cooling,
• If large amounts of unfrozen food have been put
into the freezer, compressor will run longer
• Check to see that there is enough air circulation
space above and in back of the freezer.
2. If you need assistance^..
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE® service assist
ance telephone number. Dial free from any
where In the U.S.:
1-800-253-1301
and talk with one of our trained Consultants. The Con
sultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory
operation from your appliance or, if service is neces
sary, recommend a qualified service company in
your area.
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3. If you need service*...
Whirlpool has a na
tionwide network of
franchised TECH-CARE®
Service Companies,
TECH-CARE service
technicians are trained
to fulfill the product
warranty and provide
rfC^-CA^f
FRANCHISED SERVICE
TECH-CARE service in your area, call our COOL-LINE
service assistance telephone number (see Step 2) or
look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under:
APPLIANCES-HOUSEHOLD- ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES-
MAJOR - SERVICE & REPAIR MAJOR - REPAIRING & PARTS
WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES
FRANCHISED TECH-CARE SERVICE FRANCHISED TECH-CARE SERVICE
SERVICE COMPANIES
XYZ SERVICE CO
123 Maple
999-9999 123 Maple 999-G
WASHING MACHINES, DRYERS
& IRONERS-SERVICING
WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES
FRANCHISED TECH-CARE SERVICE
SERVICE COMPANIES
XYZ SERVICE CO
123 Maple 999-9999
after-warranty service,
anywhere in the United
States. To locate
OR
SERVICE COMPANIES
XYZ SERVICE CO
OR
4. If you have a problem*...
Call our COOL-LINE service assistance telephone
number [see Step 2) and talk with one of our Consul
tants, or if you prefer, write to:
Mr. Robert Stanley
Division Vice President
Whirlpool Corporation
2000 US-33 North
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
5. If you need FSP®
replacement parts*..
FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corpora
tion for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality
whenever you need a replacement part for your
Whirlpool appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit
right and work right, because they are made to the
same exacting specifications used to build every new
Whirlpool appliance.
To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer
to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool CCCL-LINE serv
ice assistance number in Step 2.
*lf you must call or write, please provide: model
number, serial number, date of purchase, and a com
plete description of the problem. This information is
needed in order to better respond to your request for
assistance.
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WHIRLPOOL FREEZER
WARRANTY
LENGTH OF WARRANTY
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR
A. Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of the freezer.
2, Instruct you how to use the freezer,
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4, Replace light bulbs.
B. Repairs when freezer is used in other than normal, single-family household use.
C. Pick up and deliver. This product is designed to be repaired in the home.
D. Damage to freezer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products not
approved by Whirlpool.
Service under the full warranties nnust be provided by a franchised TECH-CARE® service company.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your franchised
Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.
During the first year of ownership, the WHIRLPOOL Freezer Warranty provides reimbursement as outlined
below for food actually spoiled while stored in the freezer as the result of defects in materials or
workmanship.
During the second through fifth years of ownership, reimbursement will be made as outlined below for food
actually spoiled while stored in the freezer as the result of a failure of the sealed refrigeration system.
Food spoilage losses must be verified by Whirlpool or a Whirlpool franchised TECH-CARE service company.
Reimbursement of loss will be based on freezer size up to the total cumulative amount shown for the 5 year
warranty period.
9.9 cu, ft, or smaller .............................................................. up to $75.00 maximum payment
10.0 cu.ft, to16.0 cu.ft
16.1 cu.ft. and larger
The reimbursement amounts shown are representative for the contents of typical freezers by size and may or
may not cover the actual replacement cost of the contents of your freezer. They are the maximum amounts,
however, that will be paid and they are cumulative tor the five year warranty period.
Sorry, but Whirlpool is not responsible for food losses caused by natural spoilage, misuse or negligent care of
the freezer, or by accidental or intentional disconnecting of the electric power cord, power interruption,
inadequate power, fire damage, water damage, thett, or riots, strikes, war or acts of God.
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WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
Replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in
materials or workmanship.
Replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in
materials or workmanship in the sealed refrigeration system
These parts are:
1. Compressor 4. Drier
2. Evaporator 5. Connecting tubing
3. Condenser
Limited food loss. See below for details of limited food loss
protection plan.
REIMBURSEMENT FOR FOOD LOSSES
up to $125.00 maximum payment
up to $200,00 maximum payment
Port No. 1104143
©1987 Whirlpool Corporation
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