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THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. Register your freezer at www.amana.com. In Canada, register

your freezer at www.amanacanada.ca.

For future reference, please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. These numbers can be found inside your

freezer.

Model Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

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happen if the instructions are not followed.

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety

messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”

These words mean:

follow instructions.

instructions.

DANGER

WARNING

W11320182A

REFRIGERATOR

USER INSTRUCTIONS

User Guide

Upright Freezer

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY

SAFETY ...........................................................................................1

INSTALLING YOUR FREEZER ......................................................2

Unpacking ....................................................................................2

Location Requirements ................................................................3

Electrical Requirements ...............................................................3

Freezer Door .................................................................................4

Freezer Leveling and Door Closing ..............................................5

OPERATING YOUR FREEZER ......................................................6

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation .................................................... 6

Using the Control .........................................................................6

Freezer Features ...........................................................................7

CARING FOR YOUR FREEZER ..................................................... 8

Cleaning Your Frost-Free Freezer ................................................8

Defrosting and Cleaning Your Manual

Defrost Freezer (on some models) ...............................................9

Changing the Light Bulb(s) .........................................................10

Power Interruptions ....................................................................10

Moving Care ...............................................................................10

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................10

Freezer Operation.......................................................................11

WARRANTY ..................................................................................12

Summary of content (13 pages)

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User Guide REFRIGERATOR USER INSTRUCTIONS Upright Freezer THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. Register your freezer at www.amana.com. In Canada, register your freezer at www.amanacanada.ca. For future reference, please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. These numbers can be found inside your freezer. Model Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using the appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:  Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.  Do not remove the ground prong.  Do not use an adapter.  Do not use an extension cord.  Disconnect power before servicing.  Replace all parts and panels before operating.  Remove doors from your old appliance.  Use non-flammable cleaner.
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When Moving Your Freezer: Your freezer is heavy. When moving the freezer for cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage. Always pull the freezer straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or “walk” the freezer when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur. 3"3"(7.5 (7.5 cm) cm) Clean Before Using After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of your freezer before using it.
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Freezer Door Cabinet 1. Remove the cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and move them to the opposite side hinge holes as shown in Graphic 2. 2. Remove the bottom hinge pin from the hinge bracket. 3. Remove the decals covering the holes on the opposite side of the bottom hinge. 4. Reinstall the bottom hinge pin in the alternate hole in the hinge bracket. See Graphic 3. 5. Reinstall the hinge bracket to the cabinet with the 4 hex-head hinge screws. Door 1.
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WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before removing doors. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. Door Removal & Replacement Door Swing Reversal and Handle Removal (optional) 1 A 2 A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs Top Hinge B A B B A C C A. Top Hinge Cover B. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws C. Top Hinge A. Grommet B. Handle C. Setscrews Bottom Hinge 3 A A B A. Hinge Pin B. 3/8" Hex-Head Hinge Screws B A. Hinge Pin B.
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NOTE: To allow the freezer to roll more easily, raise the brake feet by turning them counterclockwise. The front rollers will be touching the floor. NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the freezer takes some weight off the brake feet. This makes it easier to turn them. c A B A. Front roller B. Brake foot C. 1/4" hex driver 2. Move the freezer to its final location. 3.
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■■ ■■ When the freezer is first started, the compressor will run constantly until the freezer is cooled. It may take up to 6 or 8 hours (or longer), depending on room temperature and number of times the freezer door is opened. After the freezer is cooled, the compressor will turn on and off as needed to keep the freezer at the proper temperature. Refrigerated Shelves (on some models) Your freezer is equipped with refrigerated interior shelves.
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Storage Basket (on some models) Storage Gate (on some models) The slide out basket provides separate storage space for items that are difficult to store on freezer shelves. To remove the basket, pull out and lift up. To Remove the Storage Gate: 1. Lift up the top of the gate and out of the supports. 2. Return the gate to original position. Lower the gate into the supports.
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■■ 5. Reach under the unit and pull the drain hose out through the opening. The drain hose carries defrost water out of the freezer, and through the area behind the base grille. Place a large shallow pan under the drain hose. Remove the drain cap inside freezer. NOTE: Check the drain pan frequently to avoid water overflow. Have a second pan handy for easier emptying. Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.
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Changing the Light Bulb(s) If an incandescent bulb does not illuminate when the refrigerator and/or freezer door is opened, replace with like bulb using the same procedure outlined above. Replace burned out bulb with only incandescent bulb(s) of the same size, shape and wattage (maximum 40 W) designed for household appliances.
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Freezer Operation WARNING WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Explosion Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Use nonflammable cleaner. Do not remove ground prong. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. PROBLEM RECOMMENDED SOLUTIONS Freezer Will Not Operate Check that the freezer is not running an automatic defrost cycle.
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WARRANTY AMANA® MAJOR APPLIANCE LIMITED WARRANTY ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE. PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE. Please have the following information available when you call the Customer eXperience Center: ■ Name, address, and telephone number ■ Model number and serial number ■ A clear, detailed description of the problem ■ Proof of purchase, including dealer or retailer name and address IF YOU NEED SERVICE: 1.