Manual
First Steps
3"
Installation
_ : L_IEUNG REET
Unpackingand Leveling - Upright Freezers
_Base PanelScrews
__Base Panel
, W Hinge Screws
/ Hinge
Figure 1
_To allowdoorto
closeandsealproperly,DO NOTlet
fondpackagesextendpastthefront
of shelves.
Shelf Front
Before starting the freezer, follow these important first steps:
Installation
• Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet.
• Forthe most efficient operation, the freezer should be located where surrounding
temperatures will not exceed 110°F (43°C). Temperatures of 32°F (0°C)and below
will NOT affect freezer operation, Additional compressor heaters are not recom-
mended.
• Atlow spacearound the unit forgoodaircirculation. Leave a 3 inch (75 mm) space
on attsides of the freezer for adequate circulation,
Leveling
The freezer must have all bottom corners resting firmly on asolid floor, Thefloor must
be strong enough to support afully loaded freezer, Check the cabinet with a levelfrom
side to side. After discarding the crating screws and wood base, level the cabinet.
TOLevel Upright Unit:
Once leveled, slightly raise adjustment of front feet so the door closes easily when
opened about halfway.
To Level Chest Unit:
If needed, add metal or wood shims between feet pads and floor.
Cleaning
• Wash any removable parts, the freezer interior, and exterior with mild detergent
and warm water. Wipe dry. DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS ON THESE
SURFACES.
• Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments, which can scratchthe appflance
surface when removing adhesive labels, Any glue left from the tape can be
removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent, or touch the residue
with the sticky side of tape already removed. DO NOT REMOVE THE SERIAL
PLATE,
Door Removal (upright models)
If door must be removed to fit through narrow doorways:
1, Gently lay freezer on its back, on a throw rug or blanket,
2. Remove base panel (some models) by unscrewing two screws from front of base
panel, (Figure 1)
3. At top of cabinet, lift up plastic hinge cover and fold
back, (Figure 2)
4. Usea Phillips@ screwdriver to loosen and retighten
screws on top hinge to insure a secure assembly and
prevent hinge slippage.
5. Remove top hinge from cabinet. Lift door off lower
hinge pin,
6. After door is removed, remove the two screws from
bottom hinge,
7. To replace door, reverse above order.
8CREWS
HINGE
I HINGE COVER
UPRIGHT FREEZER DOOR ADJUSTMENTS
Figure2
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