Chest Freezer 9.6 Cubic Feet of Storage Space 15.9 Cubic Feet of Storage Space 19.4 Cubic Feet of Storage Space INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. Retain this manual for reference. CRITERION has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materials and specifications without notice. Uses environmentally-friendly refrigerant, R134A.
TABLE of CONTENTS Appliance Safety 3 Important Safeguards 4 Help Us Help You 5 Parts and Features 5 Important Safety Instructions 6 Installation Instructions 6 Before Using Your Appliance / Electrical Connection 7 Operating Instructions 8 Temperature Control 8 Defrosting Your Freezer 8 The Freezer Compartment 9 Freezing Fresh Foods 9 Care and Maintenance 10 Cleaning Your Appliance 10 Vacation Time 10 Moving Your Appliance 10 Energy Saving Tips 10 Problems with Your Applianc
APPLIANCE SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. Always read and obey all safety messages in this manual. This is the Safety Alert Symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the Safety Alert Symbol and either the words ”DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”. Danger means that failure to heed this safety statement may result in severe personal injury or death.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Before the refrigerator/freezer is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as described in this manual, so read the manual carefully. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using the refrigerator, follow basic precaution, including the following: Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet, do not remove grounding prong, do not use an adapter, and do not use an extension cord.
HELP US / HELP YOU Read this guide carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new refrigerator &/or freezer properly. Keep it handy to answer your questions. If you don't understand something or you need more assistance, please call: Customer Service 1- 877.368.2797 Keep proof of original purchase date (such as your sales slip) with this guide to establish the warranty period. CAUTION: THIS FREEZER IS NOT DESIGNED FOR THE STORAGE OF MEDICINE OR OTHER MEDICAL PRODUCTS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your refrigerator &/or freezer, follow these basic precautions: Read all instructions before using the refrigerator &/or freezer. DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerator &/or freezers are still dangerous, even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days.
BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE - ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WARNING Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by an authorized service center. This appliance should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a threeprong plug which mates with standard three prong wall outlets to minimize the possibility of electrical shock.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ➢ Setting the Temperature Control To control the internal temperature, adjust the control dials according to the intended use requirements for proper/safe product storage. 1. The first time you turn the unit on, set the temperature control to “7”. The range of the temperature control is from position “1” [the warmest] to “7” [the coldest] in the freezer section. 2. After 24 to 48 hours, adjust the temperature control to the setting that best suits your needs.
HELPFUL HINT: Defrosting usually takes a few hours. Leaving the door open will help speed the process. Also, pouring warm water (not boiling) on the ice/frost will help speed melting. If you must use a scraper- please use caution - it is very easy to damage the freezer compartment and void your warranty. ➢ The Freezer Compartment This compartment is designed for the long-term storage of frozen food. Storage time is up to three months.
CARE & MAINTENANCE ➢ Cleaning Your Freezer 1. Upon installation of your new appliance, it is recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly. 2. Turn the temperature control to "OFF", unplug the freezer, remove the food and storage basket. 3. Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth containing a water and baking soda solution. The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water. 4.
PROBLEMS WITH YOUR UNIT You can solve many common freezer problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling the servicer. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM Freezer does not operate. Compressor turns on and off frequently. Temperature inside the freezer is too warm. Temperature inside the freezer is too cold. Temperature of external freezer surface is warm. Popping or cracking sound when compressor comes on.
Moisture forms on inside freezer walls. Moisture forms on outside of freezer. The cover will not close properly. Weather is hot and humid, which increases internal rate of frost build-up. This is normal. Cover is slightly open. Cover is kept open too long, or is opened too frequently. Open the cover less often. The cover is not sealed properly. The gasket needs to be replaced Door is slightly open, causing cold air from inside the freezer to meet warm moist air from outside.
