Use And Care Manual

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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. Wash the storage basket with a mild detergent solution using a product like Dawn, Joy, Ajax, Palmolive liquid,
Sunlight, Fairy Liquid or Gain}.
5. Be sure to keep the door gasket (seal) clean to keep the unit running efficiently.
6. The outside of the freezer should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water.
7. Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth.
It is recommended that the unit be cleaned each time it is defrosted to help keep the unit odor free and running
efficiently.
➢ Vacation Time
1. Remove all the food.
2. Unplug the freezer.
3. Clean the freezer.
4. Leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or odors. {Placing an open box
of baking soda in the storage compartment can be beneficial to reduce the risk of an odor occurring)
 Use extreme caution in the case of children. The unit should not be accessible to child’s’ play.
 Short vacations: Leave the freezer operating during vacations of less than three weeks.
 Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all food and unplug the power cord.
Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave the door open slightly: blocking it
open if necessary or have the door removed.
➢ Moving Your Freezer
1. Remove all the food.
2. Securely tape down all loose items inside your freezer.
3. Remove the rollers to prevent damage.
4. Tape the doors shut.
 Be sure the freezer stays in the upright position during transportation.
 If the unit must be tipped or is tipped during its final placement, allow the unit to rest in an upright position for at
least four hours before it is again turned on as this allows the refrigerant oil to settle in its normal condition.
➢ Energy Saving Tips
 The freezer should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing appliances or heating
ducts, and out of the direct sunlight.
 Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the freezer. Overloading the freezer forces the compressor
to run longer. Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality, or spoil.
 Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before placing them in the freezer. This cuts down on frost
build-up inside the freezer.
 Freezer storage bin should not be lined with aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold
air circulation, making the freezer less efficient.
HELPFUL HINTS:
Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches.
Remove as many items as needed at one time, and close the door as soon as possible.
Check the lid seal at least one time per month to ensure the gasket is intact and the seal is secure.