White-Westinghouse WFU14K2BW1, WFU14FK3BW1, WFC15K2BW2, WFC15K2BW1 Owner’s Manual

OWNER'SGUIDE

READ AND SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Record the Model No. and Serial No. of this freezer in the space provided below.
Model No.

Serial No.

Keep these numbers for future reference.

IMPORTANT: Keep a copy of your bill of sale. The date on the bill establishes
the warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your
best interest to obtain and keep all receipts.

Contents

2 Important Safety Instructions
3 First Steps
4 Setting the Temperature Control
4-5 Freezer Optional Features
5-6 Care and Cleaning

7 Power Failure/Freezer Failure
7 Energy Saving Ideas

8-9 Avoid Service Checklist

10 Warranty in the United States

This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use
the freezer only as instructed in this Owner's Guide.

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direcci6n que se incluye a continuaci6n. Solicite la P/N 216875100.

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Electrolux Home Products

P. O. Box212378
Augusta, GA30917

FREEZER

Product and feature specifications as described orillustrated aresubject to change without notice.

P/N 216875000 (0206)

Important Safety
Instructions

Proper Disposal of Your

Refrigerator/Freezer

Risk of child entrap-
ment. Child entrapment and
suffocation are not problems of the past.
Junked or abandoned refrigerators or

freezer 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.

BEFOREYOU THROWAWAYYOUR

OLDREFRIGERATOR/FREEZER:

*Remove doors. _-_

Read all instructions before using this freezer.

For Your Safety

Donot store or use gasoline or otherflammable vapors and liquids inthe vicinity of

this or any other appliance. Read product labels for flammability and otherwarnings.

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• Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediatelyafter
the freezer is unpacked. Children should never use these items for play. Cartons

covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets orstretch wra pmay become airtight
chambers and can quickly cause suffocation.

• A child might suffocate if he crawls into a freezer to hide or play, See Proper

Freezer Disposal left. Many cornmunities have laws requiring you totake this safety

precaution.

• Remove and discard anyspacers used to secure the shelves during shipping. Small
objects are a choke hazard to children.

Child Safety

*Leaveshelvesin

place so children
may not easily

climb inside.

Avoid fire hazard or
electdc shock. Do not use an extension
cord or anadapter plug. Do not remove

any prong from the power cord.

Groundingtype
wallreceptacle

Electrical Information

These guidelines must be followed to ensure tha t safety mechanisms in
the design of this freezer will operate properly.

• Refer to the serial plate for correct electrical rating. The power cord of the

appliance isequipped with a three-prong grounding plug for protection against
shock hazards. Itmust be plugged directly into itsown properly grounded three-
prong receptacle, protected with a 15amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. The
receptacle must be installed inaccordance with the local codes and ordinances.
Consult a qualified electrician. Receptacleswith Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters
(GFCI) are NOT RECOMMENDED. DO NOT use an extension cord oran adapter

plug.

• Ifvoltage varies by 10 percent or more, freezer performance may be affected.
Operating thefreezerwith insufficient power candamage the motor. Such damage
isnot covered underthe warranty. Ifyou suspect your household voltage ishigh or
low, consult your power company for testing.

• TopreventthefreezerfrombeJngtarnedoffaccidentally, donot plugtheunitinto
an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord.

• Do not pinch, knot, or bend the power cord in any manner.

Other Precautions

• Never unplug thefreezer by pulling onthe powercord. Always gripthe plug firmly
and pull straight out from the receptacle.

• Turning thecontrol toOFF turnsoffthe compressor, butdoes notdisconnect power
to other electrical components.

@2002 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.

AlI rights reserved.

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FirstSteps

Before starting the freezer, follow these important first steps:

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Installation

_ : L_IEUNG I_ET

Unpacking and Leveling - Upright Freezers

_Base PanelScrews

Installation

• Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet.

• Forthe most efficient operation, the freezer should be located where surround-
ing temperatures will not exceed 110°F (43°C). Temperatures of 32°F (0°C) and
belowwill NOT affect freezer operation. Additional compressor heaters are not

recommended.

• Allow space around the unit for good air circulation. Leave a 3 inch (75 mm)
space
on all sides of the freezer for adequate circulation.

Leveling

The freezer must have all bottom corners resting firmly on a solid floor. The floor
must be strong enough to support afully loaded freezer. Check the cabinet with
a level from side to side. After discarding the crating screws and wood base, level

the cabinet.

To Level Upright Unit:

Once leveled, slightly raise adjustment offront feet so the door closes easilywhen
opened about halfway.

To Level Chest Unit:
If needed, add metal or wood shims between feet pads and floor.

Cleaning

• Wash any removable parts, the freezerinterior, and exteriorwith mild detergent
and warm water. Wipe dry. DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS ON THESE

SURFACES.

• Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments, which can scratch the
appliance surface when removing adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tape
can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent, or touch the

residue with the sticky side of tape already removed. DO NOT REMOVE THE
SERIAL PLATE.

__Base Panel

, W Hinge Screws

/ Hinge

Figure 1

I_r_ Toallowdoorto
closeandseal properly,DO NOT let

fondpackagesextendpastthefront
ofshelves.

Door Removal (upright models)

If door must be removed to fit through narrow doorways:

1. Gently lay freezer on its back, on a throw rag or blanket.

2. Remove base panel (some models) by unscrewing two screws from front of
base panel. (Figure 1)

3. At top of cabinet, remove plastic top hinge cover.

4. Remove screws from top hinge.

5. Remove top hinge from cabinet. Lift door off lower hinge pin.

6. After door is removed, remove the two screws from bottom hinge.

7. To replace door, reverse above order, and securely tighten allscrews to prevent
hinge slippage.

Shelf Front

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