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BEFORE USING YOUR FREEZER • • Remove the exterior and interior packing. Check to be sure you have all of the following parts: • 1 Storage Basket 1 1 Ice Scraper 2 • • 1 Instruction Manual 3 1 • • 2 3 Before connecting the freezer to the power source, let it stand upright for approximately 2 hours. This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation.
INSTALLING YOUR FREEZER • • • • • This appliance is designed to be free standing only, and should not be recessed or built-in. Place your freezer on a floor that is strong enough to support the freezer when it is fully loaded. Allow 6 inches of space between the back and sides of the freezer, which allows the proper air circulation. Place the freezer away from direct sunlight and sour ces of heat (stove, heater, radiator, etc.).
LOCATION OF CONTROLS LID OPENED Lid Lid Gasket Hinges Storage Basket Thermostat Control Exterior Water Drain Outlet Rollers Ice Scraper 4
OPERATING YOUR FREEZER Thermostat Control NOTE thermostat Defrosting Your Freezer When to Defrost • For the most efficient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost the freezer when the frost on the freezer walls is excessive or 1/4 inch thick. • Chose a time when the stock of frozen food is low. Helpful Hints • Defrosting usually takes a few hours, give yourself enough time to complete the process and be able to keep the frozen food at the correct temperature.
CARE ANDFREEZER MAINTENANCE OPERATING YOUR (CONTINUED) CAUTION The Freezer Compartment • • • Avoid putting large quantities of fresh or hot food into the freezer at the same time as the freezing of these items could lower the efficiency of the freezer and drop the temperature of the interior cabinet. Always allow hot food to fully cool before placing in the freezer. Improper storage of food can alter the foods’ taste and texture.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Your Freezer Upon installation of your new appliance, it is recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly. Turn the thermostat control to "OFF", unplug the freezer, remove the food and storage basket. 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. Wash the storage basket with a mild detergent solution.
PROBLEMS WITH YOUR FREEZER You can solve many common freezer problems easily． Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling customer service. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM Freezer does not operate. • • • Compressor turns on and off frequently. • • • • • • • Temperature inside the freezer compartment is too high. • • • • • POSSIBLE CAUSE Not plugged in. The circuit breaker tripped or blew a fuse. The freezer thermostat control is set at "OFF".
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION A popping or cracking sound is heard when compressor turns on. • Metal parts like the copper pipes undergo expansion and contraction, just like hot water pipes. • This is normal.Sound wil disappear as freezer continues to run. A bubbling or gurgling sound is heard (sounds like water boiling). • Refrigerant gas (used to cool freezer) is circulating throughout the system. • This is normal. Vibrations occur when unit is on.
LIMTED WARRANTY CF450 11
CF450-03062010-01
