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Please read this

Use and Care Guide before you do anything else...

This booklet tells you how to start your freezer, defrost it, clean it and adjust controls.

Treat your new freezer with care. Use it only to do what home freezers are designed to do.

Parts and features

Siglcal

Light

Model and Serial

Number Plate

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Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here...

When you need service. or call with a question, have this information ready:

Model Number

1. Complete

Model and Serial Numbers from the plate located as shown.

Serial Number

2. Purchase date from sales slip.

Copy this information in these spaces. Keep this book, your warranty and sales slip together in a

Purchase Date handy place.

Please complete and mail the Owner Regis- tration Card furnished with this product.

Service Company and Telephone Number

Contents

SAFETY FIRST

BEFOREYOU PLUG IT IN

Install Properly

Level Chest Freezer

Remove Sales Labels

CleanIt,.

Plugltln

USING YOUR FREEZER

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Setting the Temperature Control

Adjusting the Temperature Control

Cooling Freezer First

The Sliding Basket.

The Key Eject Lock

The Signal Light. ,

Paw

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Energy Saving Tips

CLEANING YOUR FREEZER

Cleaning Chart.

FREEZING FOOD IN YOUR FREEZER.

Packaging and Sealing Food

To Wrap Foods

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Storing Frozen Food

VACATION AND MOVING CARE

Vacations,

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Shutting Off and Moving

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IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE 10

WARRANTY

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REIMBURSEMENT FOR FOOD LOSSES

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Before you plug it in

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IMPORTANT

Before usrng your freezer, you are personally re- l

IS properly maIntaIned. sponslble for making sure that it l

IS out of the weather. is installed and levelled on a floor that will hold the werght, and in an area suitable for its size and use l is used In an area where the room temperature will not exceed 110°F 1433’C)

IS connected only to the right kind of outlet, with the right electrical supply and grounding [Refer to your “Electrical Requirements and Grounding

Instructions.“) l l is not run where there are explosrve fumes. is not used by those who may not understand how it should be used. is used only for jobs expected of home freezers. l

IS not loaded with food before it has time to get properly cold is not near an oven, radiator or other heat source

Install properly..

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Allow

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3 Inches

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3 inches

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Remove sales labels...

Remove any labels before using the freezer.

To remove any remaining glue:

I, Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball, then remove.

OR

2. Soak area with dishwashing detergent solution (1 teaspoon detergent in 1 quart warm water] before removing glue as described in step 1.

DO NOT USE rubbing alcohol or flammable or toxic solvents, such as acetone, gasoline, car- bon tetrachioride, etc. These can damage the material.

NOTE: DO NOT REMOVE the Tech Sheet on inside of compressor compartment door.

1 Check the strength of the floor. It should hold the weight of a fully loaded freezer.

2. Pick a safe place, indoors, away from in- flammables such as gasoline.

3. Allow at least 3 inches (7.5 cm] air space on all sides of freezer and 2 inches (5 cm) at back Leave room at top for lid to open all the way.

4. It should not be necessary to remove the lid during installation. If, for any reason, the hinges need ad- justment, see your authorized WHIRLPOOL dealer.

5. Do not cover the freezer with items such as blankets, sheets, tablecloths, etc.

Clean it . . .

Clean your freezer before using It See cleaning

Instructions on page 6.

Level chest freezer...

from end to end and front to back so that the lid will seal properly.

Check with level

Plug it

in...

Sprang grounding type wall receptacle

Retaining Clip

Freezer /

Power Plug

Recommended

I grounding-plug

Grounding Method

A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused and properly grounded electrical supply is required.

It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.

Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord.

.4ttach retaining clip over power cord plug from literature package inside the freezer.

See individual electrical requirements and ground- ing instruction sheet in your literature package.

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Using your freezer

Setting the temperature control...

1 Insert a coin in the slot of the Temperature Control to turn it.

2. Turn control to Number 3. This setting is designed to maintain the temperature at or near 0°F ( ~ 17.8”C) under normal operating conditions.

Adjusting the temperature control...

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Turn control to higher number for colder tem- peratures.

Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures.

Cooling freezer first...

1. Allow freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen food.

2. Let it cool overnight before adding large amount of unfrozen food.

NOTE:

When freezer is first startled the compressor will run constantly until the cabinet is cooled. It may take up to 6 to 8 hours or longer, depending on room tem- perature and the number of times the freezer lid is opened.

After the cabinet is cooled the compressor will turn on and off as needed to keep freezer at proper temperature.

The outside of your freezer may feel warm. This is normal. The freezer’s design and main function is to remove heat from packages and air space inside the freezer. This heat is transferred to the room uir, so the outside walls of the freezer may be warm.

The sliding basket...

Can be moved from srde to side or removed when loadrng or unloadrng food below It

To remove:

Luff basket out

To replace:

Lower basket Into place

The key eject lock...

can help reduce the hazard of chrld entrapment

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To lock or unlock the freezer you must hold the key in the lock while turning The lock is spring loaded so the key cannot be left In the lock.

If the key IS lost, contact your WHIRLPOOL dealer for a replacement Always give the com- plete model and serial number of your freezer when requesting a replacement key.

The signal light...

automatically failure. warns of any unexpected power l l l

If the signal light is not glowing, rmmediately check for power interruption, for an unplugged power cord, for a burned out signal light.

To replace:

1. Unplug power cord from outlet.

2. Carefully snap out light cover and assembly with a screwdriver by inserting it under the end of metal edge of the light. Be careful not to chip finish on freezer.

3. Unplug burned out signal light and replace with a new one. Signal light can be ordered from your

WHIRLPOOL dealer.

4. Then, snap light assembly into place.

5. Plug power cord into outlet.

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Slgnoi light cover

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Energy Saving Tips...

Check lid gasket and level cabinet to ensure a good lid seal. Keeping freezer locked ensures Ird closure.

Keep lid openings to a mrnimum. Remove several items at one time. Keep contents organized to elimi- nate searching. l l l

Fill to capacity Follow recommended procedures for freezing foods.

Set Temperature Control to provide temperatures around 0°F ( - 17.8”C). There is no need to store foods below 0°F.

Do not let frost build up to more than Y4 inch

(6 mm) thick.

Cleaning your freezer

This freezer should be cleaned when frost has built up to about

1/4 inch (6 mm) thickness.

Complete defrosting and cleaning should be done at least once a year.

In high humidity areas, a freezer may need more frequent defrosting.

To defrost and clean:

I, Unplug freezer.

2. Take out all frozen food and sliding basket.

NOTE:

Wrap frozen foods and packages in several layers of newspaper and cover with a blanket. Food will stay frozen several hours.

3. Clean freezer according directions. to the following

After defrosting:

1. Plug in freezer

2. See directions for “Setting the Temperature

Control,” page 5

Cleaning chart...

Part

Removable part

(basket]

Outside inside wails lid liner and gasket

What to use

Sponge or cloth, mrld detergent and warm water

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Wash with warm water and a mild detergent

Rinse and dry

Sponge, cloth or paper

?owel, mild detergent. applance wax [or good auto paste wax] l l l

Wash with warm water and a mild de- tergent

Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers.

Rinse and dry

Wax parnted metal surfaces at least twce a year with appliance wax or a good auto paste wax. Apply wax with a clean, soft cloth

Do not use wax on plastic parts.

Waxing painted metal surfaces provides rust protection.

Plastic scraper, pans of hot water, electric fan, sponge or towel, baking soda and warm water l l l l

Use plastic scraper to remove frost.

Place pans of hot water in freezer with lid open to speed melting. Directing air from an electric fan into freezer will also help.

Remove water from walls with towel or sponge.

Wash with solution of 2 tablespoons (26 g) baking soda to 1 quart (95 L) warm water. l

* Rinse and dry

Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers.

DO NOT USE an ice pick, knife of other sharp-pointed tool or any type of electric defroster to defrost freezer. They can cause damage to the liner and interior parts.

Sponge. soft cloth or paper towel; mrld deter- gent and warm water. l

Wash with mild detergent and warm water.

* Rinse and dry.

DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum on plastic parts because they may damage these parts.

Freezing food in your freezer

To wrap foods...

1.

Cut sheet of wrapping material about one- third longer than distance around food to be wrapped. Place wrapping sheet on flat sur- face with food in center of sheet.

When freezer has cooled to a safe storage temperature, It may be loaded with

When you plan to freeze frozen food. unfrozen food, see the following chart for the amount to freeze at one time.

Size of

Freezer

6 cu. ft.

(170 L)

9 cu. ft.

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POUNDS OF FOOD

AT ONE TIME’

Meat or

Fish

12 Ibs.

(5.4 kg)

18 Ibs.

I(8.1 kg)

Vegetables or Fruit

18 Ibs.

(8.1 kg1

27 Ibs.

Il2.2 kg)

-These amounts are based on I JSDA recommen- dations If too many packages of unfrozen food are packed at one time into the freezer, the rate of freezrng IS too slow Poor quality products result

Packaging and sealing food...

Airtight packaging IS Important In freezrng foods Containers and wrappings should be moisture and vapor-proof and packages should be sealed carefully to keep moisture In and air

2. Bring front and back of wrapping together and fold rn toward food, making at least two one-inch (2 5 cm) folds until food fits tightly against wrapping gy

3. Crease ends close to food to eliminate air

4. Press all air from package. Fold each end over twice. Make sure fold is tight and fasten against end of package with freezer tape

NOTE:

When packaging meats that have not been boned, pad sharp edges with extra wrap or use stockinette to protect against tearing or puncturing

Use heavy-duty aluminum freezer foil, kraf pa- per with cellophane bonded to It, special freezer bags, jars, cartons and freezer sealing tape for packaging your food items. You’ll find them at the supermarket or freezer dealer.

Freezer burn can result If food IS not properly wrapped When this happens. food dehydrates and is of poor quality

See the “Freezer Guide” for complete in- formation and tips on home freezing.

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1. Before freezing large quantities of food, turn Tem- perature Control to highest setting and let freezer operate for several hours.

After loading all food items, return Temperature Control to the usual setting.

Foods to be frozen near side wall

Storing frozen food...

After food is frozen, stack packages anywhere in the freezer Packages should not extend above the cabinet edge or they may keep the lid from closing and sealing properly.

Basket

- Store small packages here to avoid losing them in bottom of freezer

2. To speed freezing, place unfrozen packages near a side wall. Leave space between packages.

3. Add more unfrozen food after first load is frozen (approximately 18 to 24 hours). Stack frozen packages in center of freezer

Vacation and moving care

Vacations...

Arrange for someone to make regular checks of your freezer to make sure it is operating and electricity has not been Interrupted

Shutting off and moving...

If freezer is shut off for more than 24 hours:

1.

Remove and store all food.

2. Unplug freezer

3. Clean thoroughly. See ‘Cleaning your freezer,” page 6.

4. Block lid open for air circulation. Turn lock to locked position with lid open. Place blocks between lid and cabinet and tape in place with self-adhesive filament tape.

If you move the freezer:

1.

Remove the sliding basket.

2. Do not place objects Inside or on top of cabinet.

3. Level properly to ensure good lid seal.

CAUTION: To help prevent accldentr, do not al- low children near the freezer when the Ild Is blocked open.

To restart freezer, see “Using your freezer;’ page 5

If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps:

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Check fuse box or circuit breaker.

1. Before calling for assistance...

Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. l

Check electric company for a power failure. l

If electricity goes off: l

Learn how long power will be off by calling the power company.

If sewice is to be interrupted 24 hours or less, keep freezer closed. Most food will stay frozen

If sewice IS to be interrupted longer than 24 hours, do this:

1.

Remove all unfrozen food and store In a frozen food locker.

OR...

2. Place 2 Ibs. (0.9 kg) of dry ice in freezer for every cu. ft of freezer space. This will keep frozen foods for 2 to 4 days. Wear gloves to protect your hands from dry ice burns. l

3. If neither food locker storage or dry Ice IS avail- able, use or can perishable food at once.

The length of time food will stay frozen depends on several factors for instance: a full freezer will remain cold longer than a freezer partially filled And a freezer full of meat will stay cold longer than a freezer filled with baked goods. Also, If the food still contains ice crystals, it may be safely refrozen, al- though the quality and flavor may be affected. Use this food as soon as convenient. If the condition of the food IS poor or IS in any way questionable. it IS wise to dispose of It.

If freezer stops running:

If motor seems to run too long

1.

If large amounts of unfrozen food have been put into the freezer, motor will run longer

2. On hot summer days or if room is hot, motor will run longer to provide correct amount of cooling.

If freezer feels warm

During normal operating conditions the freezer transfers heat removed from food packages and air space to the outside room air. The freezer cabinet may feel warm.

If frost bulldr up on the trim strip around top of cabinet

1.

Check the fit of the lid to make sure it is sealing. With the lid closed, press down firmly on the edges or at the center of the lid. This pressure will cause the flexible lid to fit flat against the cabinet and seal.

2. Do not open or close the lid by grasping a corner.

Use the handle.

2. If you need assistance%.

Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ service assist- ance telephone number. Dial free from any- where In the U.S.: l-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained Consultants. The Con- sultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is neces- sary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. l

Check to see if power cord is plugged into the outlet.

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3. If you need service*...

Whirlpool has a na- tionwrde network of franchised TECH-CARE ’

Service Companres.

TECH-CARE service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provrde after-warranty service.

I anywhere In the Unlted

States. To locate

TECH-CARE sewice in your area, call our COOL-LINE service assrstance telephone number [see Step 2) or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under:

APPLIANCES-HOUSEHOLD-

MAJOR-SERVICE 6 REPAIR

WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES

FRANCHISEDTECH-CARESERVICE

ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES-

MAJOR-REPAIRING A PARTS

OR

WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES

FRANCHISEDTECH-CARESERVICE

SERVICE COMPANIES

XYZSERVICECO

123MAPLE 999-9999

OR

SERVICE COMPANlES

XYZSERVICECO

123MAPLE

999~9999

WASHING MACHINES, DRYERS

L IRONERS-SERVICING

WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES

FRANCHlSEOTECH4ARESERVlCE

SERVICE COMPANIES

XYZSERVICECO

123 MAPLE 999.9999

4. If you have a problem%.

Call our COOL-LINE service assistance telephone number (see Step 2] and talk with one of our Consul- tants, or if you prefer, write to:

Mr. Robert Stanley

Division Vice President

Whirlpool Corporation

2000 M-63

Benton Harbor, Ml 49022

5. If you need FSP” replacement parts?. .

FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corpora- tion for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your

Whirlpool appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new

Whirlpool appliance.

To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool COOL-LINE serv- ice assistance number in Step 2.

‘If you must call or write, please provide: model number, serial number, date of purchase, and a com- plete description of the problem. This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance.

WHIRLPOOL” DOMESTIC, UL COMMERCIAL

LISTED AND NSF” FREEZER

WARRANTY

LENGTH OF WARRANTY

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY

From Date of Purchase

FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY

From Date of Purchase

WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR

FSP” replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanshib.

FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship in the sealed refrigeration system.

These parts are:

I. Compressor

2. Evaporator

3. Condenser

4. Dryer

5. Connecting tubing

WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR

A. Service calls to:

1. Correct the installation of the freezer.

2. Instruct you how to use the freezer.

3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.

4. Replace light bulbs or batteries.

B. Pick up and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home or commercial establishment.

C. Damage to freezer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.

D. Food loss coverage for UL commercial listed and NSF” freezers used in commercial applications.

Llmlted domedlc food loss coverage. See below for details on limited domestic food loss protection plan.

Service under the full warranties must be provided by a franchised TECH-CARE@ service company.

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your authorized

Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.

LIMITED DOMESTIC K)OD LOSS COVERAGE REIMBURSEMENT FOR FOOD LOSSES

During the first year of ownership, the Whirlpool Freezer warranty provides reimbursement as outlined below for food actually spoiled while stored in the freezer as a result of defects in materials or workmanship.

During the second through fifth years of ownership, reimbursement will be made as outlined below for food actually spoiled while stored in the freezer as a result of a FAILURE OF THE SEALED REFRIGERATION SYSTEM.

Food spoilage losses must be verified by Whirlpool or a Whirlpool Franchised TECH-CARE@ service company.

Reimbursement of loss will be based on domestic use and freezer size up to the total cumulative amount shown for the 5 year warranty period.

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16.1 cu. ft. and larger. upto upto

75.00 maximum payment s

12500maximumpayment up to $200.00 maximum payment

The reimbursement amounts shown are representative or may not cover the actual replacement for the contents costs of the contents of typical freezers by size and may of your freezer. They are the maximum amounts, however, that will be paid and they are cumulative for the five year warranty period.

Sorry, but Whirlpool is not responsible for food losses caused by natural spoilage, misuse or negligent care of the freezer, or by accidental or intentional disconnecting of the electric power cord, power interruption, inadequate power, fire damage, water damage, theft, or riots, strikes, war or acts of God.

Whirlpool

Home A Appliances

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Part No. 730698 Rev. B

01987 Whirlpool Corporation