CHEST FREEZER

Models EH060FXK

EH090FXK

Whirlpool

USC

and Care

Guide

Basket

Copy Your Model Number and Serial Number Here

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

1. Complete Model and Se- rial Numbers (from the plate on the lower right side of the cabinet).

2. Purchase date from sales slip [or date installed).

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

Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase/Installation

Service Company

Date

Signal

Light and Telephone Number

Model and Serial

Number Plate

Before you plug it in

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Before using your freezer, you are personally responsible for making sure that it. is installed and leveled on a floor that will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use. is connected only to the right kind of outlet, with the right electric supply and grounding

(see page 3). is used freezers. only for jobs expected of home is not near an oven, radiator or other heat source

Install Properly...

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

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

2. Allow at least 3 inches (7.5 cm] air space on sides of freezer and 2 inches (5 cm) at back.

Leave room at top for lid to open all the way.

3. If lid needs to be removed to get freezer through the doorway, follow these steps:

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Check the way the lid sits on the cabinet to help when replacing. l l

With lid closed, remove hinge screws from the cabinet.

Lift off lid.

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Place lid on cabinet. l

Replace hinge screws. Check to be sure lid gasket is making contact with cabinet on all four sides.

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

Remove Sales label...

Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label before using the freezer. Remove any left over glue with rubbing alcohol.

Note: DO NOT REMOVE the Care and Ser- vice label on the inside lid. This permanent label provides immediate information should it be needed. Do not remove Tech

Sheet cabinet. permanently attached to back of

Clean It...

Clean your freezer before using it. See clean- ing instructions on page 4.

Plug It In...

3-prong grounding type wall receptacl

A 120 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15 ampere fused electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appli- ance be provided. The receptacle should not be controlled by a wall switch or pull chain.

Attach retaining clip over power cord plug from the literature package inside your freezer.

Do not use an extension cord.

Freezer power cord

Recommended Grounding Method

Using your freezer

Setting the Cold Control...

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

2. Turn control to Number 3. This setting will main- tain zero zone temperatures under normal op- erating conditions. l l

Adjusting Cold Control...

Turn control to higher number for colder temperatures.

Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures. l l

Cooling Freezer First...

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

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

Note: When freezer is first started the compressor will run constantly until the cabinet is cooled. It may take up to 6 to B hours or longer, depending on room temperature 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 air so the walls of the freezer may be warm.

Exterior Signal light...

automatically failure. warns of any unexpected power

Signal light cover l

If the signal light is not glowing, immediately check:

0 for power interruption, the power plug; it may be disconnected the outlet, from l the warning light; it may be burned out.

To replace burned out signal light:

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 cord into outlet.

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Sliding Basket...

can be moved from side to side when load- ing or unloading food below it. The basket also can be lifted out of the freezer completely.

Cleaning your freezer

The freezer should be cleaned when frost has built up to about l/4 inch (6 mm) thickness. Com- plete defrosting and cleaning should be done at least once a year. In high humidity areas, a freezer may need more frequent defrosting.

To clean your freezer:

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Remove food items and sliding basket.

Note: Wrap frozen foods and packages in sev- eral layers of newspaper and cover with a blan- ket. Food will stay frozen several hours.

After defrosting, plug in freezer. Follow direc- tions for “Setting the Cold Control,” page 3

Part

Removable sliding basket

Outside

What to use

Mild detergent and warm water.

Sponge, cloth or paper towel; mild detergent.

How to clean l l

Wash with warm water and a mild detergent.

Rinse and dry. l l l

Wash with warm water and a mild detergent.

Rinse and dry.

Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers.

Waxing is recommended in high humidity areas. Use a good auto paste wax or an appliance wax on painted metal surfaces.

Inside walls

Lid gasket

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

0 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 the freezer will also help. l

Remove defrost water with towel or sponge. l l

Wash with solution of 2 tablespoons

(26 g) baking soda to 1 quart (.95 L) warm water.

Rinse and dry.

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

Sponge, detergent, soft cloth or paper towel; mild warm water. l 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.

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Freezing

food in your freezer

n 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 surface with food in center of sheet.

When freezer has cooled to a safe storage temperature, it may be loaded with frozen food.

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

POUNDS OF FOOD

TO FREEZE AT ONE TIME.

Size of Meat or Vegetables

Freezer Fish or Fruit

6 cu. ft. 12 Ibs.

(170 L) (5.4 kg)

9 cu. ft. 18 Ibs.

(255 L) (8.1 kg]

18 Ibs.

(8.1 kg1

27 Ibs.

(12.2 kg)

These amounts are based on USDA recom- mendations If too many packages of un- frozen food are packed at one time into the freezer, the rate of freezing is too slow. Poor quality products result.

2. Bring front and back of wrapping to- gether and fold in toward food, making at least two one inch (2.5 cm] folds until food fits tightly against wrapping.

3. Crease ends close to food to eliminate air pot kets.

Packaging and Sealing Food...

Airtight packaging is important in freezing foods. Containers and wrappings should be moisture and vapor-proof and packages should be sealed carefully to keep moisture in and air out.

Freezer burn can result if food is not prop- erly wrapped. When this happens food de- hydrates and is of poor quality.

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

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

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Use heavy-duty aluminum freezer foil, kraft paper with cellophane bonded to it, special freezer bags, jars, cartons and freezer seal- ing tape for packaging your food items. You’ll find them at the supermarket or freezer dealer.

See booklet, “HOW to Preserve

Foods the Modern Way with Your

WHIRLPOOL Freezer,” for complete information and tips on home freezing.

loading...

1. Before freezing large quantities of food, turn Cold Control to highest position and let freezer operate for several hours.

2. To speed freezing, place unfrozen pack- ages near a side wall. Leave space be- tween packages.

3. Add more unfrozen food after first load is frozen (approximately 18 to 24 hours).

Stack frozen packages in center of freezer.

4. After all food is frozen, return Cold Control to the usual setting.

After food is frozen, stack packages any- where in the freezer. Packages should not extend above the cabinetedge orthey may keep the lid from closing and sealing properly.

Foods to be frozen near side wall

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Packages already frozen l l l l l

Energy Saving Tips...

Check lid gasket and level cabinet to as- sure a good lid seal.

Keep lid openings to a minimum. Remove several items at one time. Keep contents organized to eliminate searching.

Fill to capacity. Follow recommended cedures for freezing foods. pro-

Do not let frost build up to more than l/4 inch

(6 mm] thick.

Set Cold Control to provide temperatures around 0 F (-22 C]. There is no need to store foods below 0 F.

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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:

I, Remove and store all food.

2. Unplug freezer.

3. Clean and defrost. See’Cleaning page 4. your freezer,”

4. Place blocks between lid and cabinet for air circulation. Tape in place with self-adhesive filament tape. l l l

If you move the freezer:

Remove the sliding basket.

Do not place objects inside or on top of cabinet.

Level properly to insure good door seal.

If you need service or help, we su gest you follow

1. Before calling for service :

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

It electricity goes off:

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

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

2. If service is to be interrupted longer than 24 hours, do this:

(a] Remove all frozen food and store rn a fro- zen food locker. Or...

(b) Place dry ice on top of food, using as large pieces as possible. Protect your hands with gloves when using dry ice.

(c) If neither food locker storage nor dry ice is available, use or can perishable food at once.

3. The length of time food will stay frozen de- pends on several factors. For instance: a full freezer will remain cold longer than a freezer only 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 af- fected. Use this food as soon as convenient. If the condition of the food is poor or is any way questionable, it is wise to dispose of it.

It freezer stops running:

2. Check fuse box or circuit breaker

3. Check electric company for a power failure.

It 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.

It freezer feels warm:

During normal operating conditrons the freezer transfers heat removed from food packages and air space to the outside room air The freezer cab- inet may feel warm.

If frost builds up on the trim strip around top of cabinet:

1. Check the fit of the lid to make sure it is seal- ing. With the lid closed, press down firmly on the edges or at the center of the lid. This pres- sure 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.

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

2. If you need service:;::

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If your WHIRLPOOL” appliance ever needs service anywhere in the United States, help is just a phone call away...to your nearest

Whirlpool franchised

TECH-CARE R service representative.

Whirlpool maintains a nationwide network of franchised TECH-CARE service companies to ful- fill your warranty and provide after-warranty ser- vice and maintenance to keep your WHIRLPOOL appliance in peak condition.

You’ll find your nearest TECH-CARE service com- pany listed in your local telephone book Yellow

Pages under APPLIANCES - HOUSEHOLD - MAJOR -

SERVICE & REPAIR. Should you not find a listing, dial the Whirlpool C6OLLINE service assis- tance toll-tree telephone number:

Continental U.S. . . . . . . . . . . Dial (800) 253-1301

In Michigan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dial (800) 632-2243

Alaska and Hawaii . . . . . . Dial (800) 253-1121

If you move...To make sure that your appliance is correctly installed and to insure its continued satisfactory operation, please telephone your nearest TECH-CARE” service company for instal- lation or to get the name of a qualified installer.

(Installation cost will, of course, be paid by you.)

Helpful hints...You can help your TECH-CARE ser- vice representative give you faster service if you include the model and serial number of your appliance when requesting service. Also, retain your sales slip and warranty to verify your war- ranty status.

Remember...Your TECH-CARE service represen- tative is specially trained in the expert repairing and servicing of your WHIRLPOOL appliances. He can help you maintain the quality originally built into your WHIRLPOOL appliance. So why not take the time, now, to look up his telephone number and jot it down in the space provided on the cover.

3. If you have a problem:‘::

Call Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor at the COOL-LINE service assistance telephone number (see Step 2) or write:

Mr. Guy Turner, Vice President

Whirlpool Corporation

Administrative Center

2000 U.S. 33 North

Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022

If you must call or write, please provide: your name, address, telephone number, type of appli- ance, brand, model, serial number, date of pur- chase, the dealer’s name, and a complete description of the problem. This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance.

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