USER GUIDE 7 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer NS-UZ7WH0 Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WARNING Risk of fire / flammable materials RECOMMENDATIONS This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type environments; catering and similar non-retail applications.
NS-UZ7WH0 Meaning of safety warning symbols The symbols indicate prohibited matters, and those behaviors are forbidden. Non-compliance with the instructions may result in product damages or endanger the personal safety of users. PROHIBITION SYMBOLS The symbols indicate matters that must be followed, and those behaviors must be strictly executed in line with the operation requirements. Non-compliance with the instructions may result in product damages or endanger the personal safety of users.
7 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer Electricity related warnings • Do not pull the power cord when pulling the power plug of the upright freezer. Please firmly grasp the plug and pull it out from the socket directly. • Do not damage the power cord under any condition so as to ensure safety use, do not use when the power cord is damaged or the plug is worn. • Worn or damaged power cord shall be replaced in manufacturer-authorized maintenance stations.
NS-UZ7WH0 Related warnings for use • Do not arbitrarily disassemble or reconstruct the upright freezer, nor damage the refrigerant circuit; maintenance of the appliance must be conducted by a specialist. • Damaged power cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, its maintenance department or related professionals in order to avoid danger.
Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer Warnings related to placing items • Do not put flammable, explosive, volatile and highly corrosive items in the upright freezer to prevent damages to the product or fire accidents. • Do not place flammable items near the upright freezer to avoid fires. • This product is household upright freezer and shall be only suitable for the storage of foods.
NS-UZ7WH0 Warnings related to disposal The upright freezer’s refrigerant and cyclopentane foam materials are combustible materials and discarded upright freezers should be isolated from fire sources and can not be burned. Please transfer the upright freezer to qualified professional recycling companies for processing to avoid damages to the environment or other hazards.
7 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer Features Package contents • 7 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer • Accessory bag with hardware for reversing the door • User Guide Dimensions 56.3" (143 cm) Note: The illustrations shown in this User Guide are for reference only. The actual product may differ slightly. 21.7 " (21 .7 cm ) 22.4" ) (27 cm www.insigniaproducts.
NS-UZ7WH0 Components Thermostat knob Shelves Leveling feet 10 www.insigniaproducts.
7 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer Thermostat knob ITEM FUNCTION Thermostat knob Turn the knob to adjust the temperature. MIN is the warmest temperature. MAX is the coldest temperature. The temperature range is 10.4°F to -11.2°F (-12°C to -24°C). Turn to the OFF position to turn your freezer off. Setting up your freezer • Before using your freezer, remove the exterior and interior packing including the bottom cushions, foam pads, and tape inside your freezer. Remove the plastic film from the door and sides.
NS-UZ7WH0 Finding a suitable location • Place your freezer on a floor that is strong enough to support your freezer when it is fully loaded. • Do not install your freezer on carpeting or a rug. • Your freezer is designed to be free-standing and should not be recessed or built-in. • If you use your freezer in a garage, make sure that the ambient temperature is between 5°F and 109°F (-15°C and 43°C).
7 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer • If you locate your freezer next to a fixed wall, allow sufficient space on the hinge side for the door to swing open. 36. 8" (93 .4 c m) 135° m) .1 c 3 " (9 .7 36 www.insigniaproducts.
NS-UZ7WH0 Leveling your freezer If you do not level your freezer during installation, the doors may not close or seal correctly which can cause cooling, frost, or moisture problems. • To level your freezer, rotate the leveling feet clockwise (to raise) your freezer or counter-clockwise (to lower). Note: To make it easier to adjust the feet, have someone push against the top of your freezer to tilt it slightly. Reversing the door WARNINGS: • Unplug your freezer before you reverse the door.
7 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer 1 2 3 Unplug the power cord and remove all food from your freezer. Tape the freezer door shut. Remove the left hinge hole cap. Remove the upper-right hinge cover, the hinge screws, then remove the top hinge. CAUTION: Make sure that you keep the door vertical while you remove the hinge to avoid damaging the hinge or the door. Hinge cover Screws Top hinge Hinge hole cap 4 Remove the tape, then remove the door. www.insigniaproducts.
NS-UZ7WH0 5 Remove the door stopper screw and the door stopper, then install the stopper on the other side of the door. Door stopper Screw 6 Unscrew and remove the leveling foot. Remove the hinge screws, then remove the bottom hinge. Bottom hinge Screws Leveling foot 16 www.insigniaproducts.
7 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer 7 Install the leveling foot on the right side and the bottom hinge on the left side. Leveling foot Bottom hinge Screws 8 9 With your freezer upright, lower the door on the bottom hinge. Make sure that the door gasket fits tightly. Remove the top left hinge and hinge cover from the accessory bag. www.insigniaproducts.
NS-UZ7WH0 10 Secure the top hinge with the three screws you removed earlier, then install the hinge cover. Install the hinge hole cap on the right side. Hinge hole cap Hinge cover Top hinge Screws Grounding requirement Your freezer must be grounded. Your freezer is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an outlet that is correctly installed and grounded.
7 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer Connecting to power • Plug your freezer into a dedicated, correctly installed, grounded wall outlet. Use a separate electrical circuit from other operating appliances. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. If you have questions about power or grounding contact a certified electrician or an authorized service center.
NS-UZ7WH0 Storing food during a power failure Foods can be preserved for a couple of hours even in summer in case of power failure. • To keep the interior temperature cold, avoid opening the door. • Do not put fresh food into your freezer until the power comes back on. Maintaining your freezer Cleaning your freezer Your freezer is designed for year-round use with only minimal cleaning and maintenance.
7 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer Storing your freezer 1 2 3 4 Unplug your freezer from the power outlet. Remove all food. Clean your freezer. Take off the doors, and leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside. CAUTION: Use extreme caution with children. Your freezer should not be accessible to child's play. Moving your freezer 1 2 3 4 5 6 Unplug your freezer from the power outlet. Remove all food. Securely tape down all loose items inside your freezer. Tape the door shut.
NS-UZ7WH0 Troubleshooting WARNINGS: • Use extreme caution with children. Your freezer should not be accessible to child's play. • Do not try to repair your freezer yourself. Contact authorized service personnel. PROBLEM SOLUTION My freezer does not work. • Make sure that your freezer is securely plugged into a working outlet. • Make sure that your power source has the correct voltage. Your freezer’s voltage rating is on a label on the back of your freezer.
7 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer PROBLEM SOLUTION The compressor runs for a long time or turns on and off frequently. The compressor runs longer if: • The room temperature is high. • You just added a large amount of food. Wait for the food to freeze, then check again. • You open and close the door frequently. • The door gasket is dirty. Clean the gasket. See Cleaning your freezer on page 20. • Your freezer has been disconnected for a period of time.
NS-UZ7WH0 Specifications Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Dimensions (H ×W × D) 56.3 × 21.7 × 22.4 in. (143 × 55 x × 57 cm) Weight 99.2 lbs (45 kg) Power requirements 115V~60Hz Current 1.5 A Temperature range 10.4°F to -11.2°F (-12°C to -24°C) ± 5°F (3°C) Power cord length 5.4 ft. (165 cm) Power consumption per year 331 kwh Certifications UL and DOE approved 24 www.insigniaproducts.
7 Cu. Ft. Upright Freezer ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Definitions: The Distributor* of Insignia branded products warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new Insignia-branded product (“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the original manufacturer of the material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of your purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”).
NS-UZ7WH0 • • • • • • • Connection to an incorrect voltage or power supply Attempted repair by any person not authorized by Insignia to service the Product Products sold “as is” or “with all faults” Consumables, including but not limited to batteries (i.e. AA, AAA, C, etc.
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