USER GUIDE 13.8 Cu.Ft. Upright Freezer NS-UZ14XWH7/NS-UZ14XWH7-C Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Grounding requirement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13.8 Cu.Ft. Upright Freezer Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia product. Your NS-UZ14XWH7 or NS-UZ14XWH7-C represents the state of the art in upright freezer design and is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance. Important Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within your freezer.
NS-UZ14XWH7/NS-UZ14XWH7-C 11 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 12 Do not attempt to modify or extend the power cord of this appliance. 13 Unplug this appliance during lightning storms or when it will not be used for long periods of time. 14 Make sure that the available AC power matches the voltage requirements of this appliance. 15 Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
13.8 Cu.Ft. Upright Freezer 1 WARNING–Keep ventilation openings, in both the freezer and the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. 2 WARNING–Do not touch the interior of the freezer with wet hands. This could result in frost bite. 3 WARNING–Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. 4 WARNING–Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
NS-UZ14XWH7/NS-UZ14XWH7-C Grounding requirement This freezer must be grounded. This freezer is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded. Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the freezer is properly grounded.
13.8 Cu.Ft. Upright Freezer Interior Notes The illustrations shown in this user guide are only for reference. The actual product may differ slightly. Light switch Light cover Temperature sensor Door tray Wire shelf Air flow outlet Air flow inlet Wire drawer Wire door tray Leveling feet (2 - bottom front) Wheels (2 - Bottom back) www.insigniaproducts.
NS-UZ14XWH7/NS-UZ14XWH7-C Touch pad controls Door open indicator/alarm High temperature indicator/alert Raise temperature button Lower temperature button Temperature indicator Quick freeze button Control Panel Lock/Unlock button Freezer/Fridge mode button Setting up your freezer Before using your freezer • • • • • 8 Remove the exterior and interior packing, especially the foam packing between the outside condenser and the cabinet.
13.8 Cu.Ft. Upright Freezer Finding a suitable location • • • • • • Place your freezer on a floor that is strong enough to support the freezer when it is fully loaded. This freezer is designed to be free standing only, and should not be recessed or built-in. Allow 7.9 inches (20 cm) of space between the sides of the freezer and the walls, 3.9 inches (10 cm) between the back of the freezer and the wall, and 11.8 inches (30 cm) between the top of the freezer and the ceiling.
NS-UZ14XWH7/NS-UZ14XWH7-C Installing the door handle Notes • The illustrations shown in this user guide are only for reference. The actual product may differ slightly. • The screws and wrench are in the plastic bag. 1 Unplug the freezer. 2 Screw the extended-head screws into the door holes with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not overtighten. The screw heads should extend above the surface of the door. 10 www.insigniaproducts.
13.8 Cu.Ft. Upright Freezer 3 Loosen the hex screws on top and bottom of the handle with the hex wrench (provided) so that you can fit the handle over the extended head screws in the door. Hex screws are here. Extra hex screws are Provided. 4 Place the door handle over the heads of the screws, then tighten the hex screws. www.insigniaproducts.
NS-UZ14XWH7/NS-UZ14XWH7-C Installing the decorative cover for the bottom beam 1 Remove the cover plate on the hinge side of the decorative cover and leave the other cover in place. Cover plates (remove one) 2 Install the bottom decorative cover using the three screws provided. Three screws (provided) 12 www.insigniaproducts.
.8 Cu.Ft. Upright Freezer Using your freezer The storage life of frozen foods varies and the recommended storage time should not be exceeded. Place frozen food into the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase. If there are instructions on the packet, carefully follow these instructions regarding storage times. Pre-packed, commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen food manufacturer's instructions for a three star frozen food storage compartment or home freezer.
NS-UZ14XWH7/NS-UZ14XWH7-C Switching between Freezer and Refrigerator modes This freezer has an advanced design feature that lets you change it from a freezer to a refrigerator. The Freezer/Fridge light on the control panel indicates the current mode 1 Press and hold Lock for three seconds to unlock the control panel. 2 Press and hold the Freezer/Fridge button for three seconds to change modes. The panel beeps and the indicator changes to the new mode.
13.8 Cu.Ft. Upright Freezer Storing your freezer 1 2 3 4 Unplug your freezer from the wall outlet. Remove all food. Clean the freezer. Leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or odor. Caution Use extreme caution with children. The unit should not be accessible to child's play. Moving your freezer 1 2 3 4 Unplug your freezer from the wall outlet. Remove all food. Securely tape down all loose items inside your freezer. Tape the door shut.
NS-UZ14XWH7/NS-UZ14XWH7-C Understanding Alerts High Temp Alert The freezer is having trouble maintaining a cold temperature. You will get this alert if: • FREEZER MODE: the inside temperature is over 18° F (-8° C) for 36 hours. • FRIDGE MODE: If the inside temperature is over 59° F (15° C) for 36 hours. The LED on control panel turns on and a beep sounds. If the temperature returns to a normal range, the alert turns off. You can also press any button to turn it off.
13.8 Cu.Ft. Upright Freezer How do I reset my freezer to factory defaults? 1 Press and hold Lock for three seconds to unlock the control panel. 2 Press the Lock and + buttons at the same time for three seconds to reset the freezer to factory defaults. The panel beeps and all of the indicators turn on for three seconds. If the compressor is running, it pauses for five minutes, then restarts. Troubleshooting Caution Do not try to repair your freezer yourself. Doing so invalidates the warranty.
NS-UZ14XWH7/NS-UZ14XWH7-C PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION The freezer door does not close completely Food packages are interfering with the door. Move the food packages or remove some food. The door gaskets are dirty. Clean the door gaskets. The freezer may not be level. Level the freezer. Food in the freezer is not cold The door has been opened too Make sure that the door is closed properly. often or was not closed properly. You have just added a large amount of food to the freezer.
13.8 Cu.Ft. Upright Freezer PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION The compressor turns on and off frequently. The room temperature is hotter than normal. This is normal. You have just added a large amount of food to the freezer. Allow time for the new food to cool, then check again. The door is not closed completely or was opened too often. Check the door gasket and food distribution and make sure that the door closes completely. The freezer has recently been disconnected for a period of time.
NS-UZ14XWH7/NS-UZ14XWH7-C 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”).
13.8 Cu.Ft. Upright Freezer • • Negligence Commercial purposes/use, including but not limited to use in a place of business or in communal areas of a multiple dwelling condominium or apartment complex, or otherwise used in a place of other than a private home. • Modification of any part of the Product, including the antenna • Display panel damaged by static (non-moving) images applied for lengthy periods (burn-in).
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