’ Guide

CHEST FREEZER

Models EHISOFXL, EH180FXL

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EH23OcXL, EHi270FXL ontrol

Signal light

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.

Copy this information these soaces. KeeD in this book, ybur warranty and sales slip together in a handy place.

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Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase

Service

Date

Company and Telephone Number

Model and Serial

Number Plate

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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 electrical supply and ground- ing. (Refer to your “Electrical Requirements and Grounding Instructions:‘) is used only for jobs expected freezers. of home

Install Properly. . .

l l is not near an oven, radiator or other heat source. is properly maintained. l l l is in a dry sheltered area. is used in an area where the room tempera- ture will not exceed 110°F (43.3”C). is not run where there are explosive fumes. l l is not used by children or others who may not understand how it should be used. is not loaded with food before it has time to get properly cold.

Remove Sales Label.. .

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

Allow room tooDen lid 1

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

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.

It should not be necessary to remove the lid during installation. If. for any reason, the hinges need adjustment,

WHIRLPOOL dealer. see your authorized

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

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 attached to back of Sheet permanently

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Clean It...

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

Defrost Drain Cover...

Installing Defrost Drain Cover:

1. Remove cover from literature package.

2. Check drawing on page one for placement.

3. Install cover.

Plug It In...

J-prong groundlng type wall receptacle”

level Chest Freezer.. .

from end to end and front to back so that the Ild

WIII seal properly

Check with level groundlng plug power cord

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Recommended Groundlng Method

A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15 or 20 ampere fused electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. The receptacle should not be con- trolled 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.

Using your freezer

Cooling Freezer First...

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

2. Let it cool overnight amount of unfrozen tood. betore adding large

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.

Adjusting Cold Control.. .

1. Turn control to higher number for colder temperatures.

2. Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures

Note: When freezer is first started the compressor will run constantly until the cabinet is cooled. It may take up to 6 to 8 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.

Key Eject lock...

To replace burned out slgnal Ilght:

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.

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Then, snap light assembly into place.

Plug cord into outlet.

The key eject lock can help reduce the hazard of child entrapment.

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. lfthe key is lost, contact your WHIRLPOOL dealer for a replacement.

Exterior Signal Light . . .

Replacing Interior light. . .

1. Unplug freezer.

2. Replace bulb with a 15-watt appliance bulb.

3. Plug in freezer.

Sliding Baskets...

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. automatically warns of any unexpected power failure.

If the signal light is not glowing, immediately check: l l

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

Cleaning your freezer

The freezer should be cleaned when frost has built up to about 1/4 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.

4. Insert hose adapter provided into drain outlet.

5. Remove rubber stopper from inside bottom of freezer.

6. Place a pan under the drain, or attach a hose to the threaded end of the adapter and direct water into a separate drain.

7. Clean freezer according directions. to the following

To clean:

4. Unplug it.

2. Take out all frozen food and sliding baskets

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

3. Remove drain cover by pulling out

After defrosting:

1. Remove hose adapter.

2. Replace drain cover and rubber stopper.

3. Plug in freezer.

4. See directions for “Setting the Cold Control,” page 3.

Part

Removable sliding basket

Outside

Inside walls

Lid gasket

What to use

Mild detergent and warm water.

Sponge, cloth or paper towel; mild detergent; appliance wax (or good auto paste wax).

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Wash with warm water and a mild detergent.

Rinse and dry. l l l

Wash with warm water and a mild detergent.

00 not use abrasive or harsh cleansers.

Rinse and dry.

Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice 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, warm water. l 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 the freezer will also help.

Remove defrost water with towel or sponge.

Wash with solution of 2 tablespoons (26 g] baking soda to 1 quart I.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, soft cloth or paper towel; mild detergent, warm water. l l

Wash with mild detergent and warm water.

Rinse and dry.

DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, cleansers containing petroleum on plastic parts.

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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 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

15cu,ft. 30

(433 L) (13.5 kg) (2O?kg]

1 B cu. ft.

(519L) (16326kgJ [245;1kg)

23 cu. ft.

(661 L) (2O.?kg]

2 7 cu. ft.

(772 L) (245;1kg] (368:kgj

2. Bring front and back gether and fold in toward of wrapping food, making to- 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

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.

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 COfIIplete information and tips on home freezing.

loading...

1. Before freezing large quanttties 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 cabinet edge or they may keep the lid from closing and sealing properly

Foods to be frozen near side wall

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Packages already frozen

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Energy Saving mps.. .

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Check lid gasket and level cabinet to as- sure a good lid seal. Keeping freezer locked insures lid closure.

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 1h inch

(6 mm) thick.

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

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 and defrost. See “Cleaning your freezer,” page 4.

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. l l l

If you move the freezer:

Remove sliding baskets.

Do not place objects inside or on top of cabinet

Level properly to insure good lid seal.

To restart freezer, see “Using your freezer,” page 3.

If you need service or assistance, we su follow these four s

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1. Before calling for assistance...

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

If 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 In a fro- zen food lot ker 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. once use or can perishable food at

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- thouati the aualitv and flavor mav be af- fect& Use this foob as soon as convenient. If the condition of the food is poor or is 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 cab- inet may feel warm.

If frost bullds 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.

2. If you need assistance* . . .

Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE” service assis- tance telephone number. Dial free from:

Contlnental U.S. . . . . . . , . . . . . (800) 253-1301

Mlchlgan . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . (800) 632-2243

Alaska & Hawaii . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 253-l 121 and talk with one of our tralned Consultants. The

Consultant can Instruct you In how to obtain satlsfac- tory operation necessary, from your appliance recommend pany in your area a qualified or, tf service service com-

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

2. Check fuse box or circuit breaker.

3. Check electric company for a power failure.

3. If you need service* . . .

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FRANCHISED SERVICE

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

Service Companies.

TECH-CARE service technicfans are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere In the United

States To locate

TECH-CARE service In your area, call our COOL-LINE service assistance telephone number (see Step 2) or iook In your telephone directory Yellow Pages under:

APPLIANCES-HOUSEHOLD-

MAJOR-SERVICE 8 REPAIR

WHIRLPOOLAPPLIANCES

FRANCHISEIJTECH~CARESERVICE

ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES-

MAJOR-REPAIRING 8 PARTS

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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 Guy Turner, Vice President

Whirlpool Corporation

Administrative Center

2000 US-33 North

Benton Harbor, Ml 49022

-If you must call or write, please provide: number, serial number, date of purchase. model and a complete description tlon is needed of the problem. in order to better

This informa- respond to your request for assistance.

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