User Manual

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 Vacation Time
• Short vacation s: Leave the freezer operating during vac ations of less than three weeks.
• Long vacations: If the freezer will not be used f or several months, remove c ontents and unplug
the power cord. Clean and dry the int erior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mol d growth, leave
the door open sl i ghtly, blocki ng it open if necessary.
 Moving Your Freezer
• Remove all stored it em s.
• Securely tape down al l loose items, such as shelves, inside your freezer.
• Turn the leveling s crew up to the base to avoid damage.
• Tape the door shut.
• Be sure the freezer stays secure in the upright position during transportation. Also protect
the outside of t he freezer with a blanket or s imilar item.
 Energy-Saving Tips
• The freezer should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat-producing
appliances, and out of the direct sunlight.
• Let warm items cool to room temperature before placing in the freezer. Overloading the
freezer forces the compressor t o run longer.
• Be sure to package stored i tems properly and wipe c ontainers dry before pl acing them in the
freezer. This cuts down on frost build-up inside the appliance.
• Freezer shelves shoul d not be lined wit h alumi num f oil, wax pa per, or p ape r t oweli ng. Li ners
interfere with cold air circulation, making the freezer less effici ent.
• Organize and label items to reduce door openings and extended searches. Remove as
many items as needed at one time, and cl ose the door as soon as possible.