Idylis IF50CM23NW 5-cu ft Manual Defrost Chest Freezer White Use and care guide

SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate or install the product.

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care guide.

• This freezer must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in the installation section.

• Never unplug your freezer by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.

• Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length, the plug or the connector end.

• Unplug your freezer before cleaning or before making any repairs. Note: If for any reason this product requires service, we strongly recommend that a certified technician performs the service.

• DANGER - Risk of Fire or Explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use

Mechanical devices to defrost freezer. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

• If your old freezer is not being used, we recommend that you remove the doors and leave the shelves in place. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children.

• After your freezer is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment, particularly when hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces.

• Do not refreeze foods which have been thawed completely. The United States

Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 reads: “...You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold-below 40˚F.”

“...Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be discarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable, discard it. The food may be dangerous to eat.”

“...Even partial thawing and re-freezing reduce the eating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables, and prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible, to save as much of its eating quality as you can.”

• This freezer should not be recessed or built in an enclosed cabinet. It is designed for freestanding installation only.

• Do not operate your freezer in the presence of explosive fumes.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION - Risk of Fire or Explosion

Dispose of property in accordance with Federal or Local Regulations.

Flammable refrigerant used.

DANGER

Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer, take off the doors.

Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all adhesive tape holding the freezer accessories inside and outside.

2. Inspect and remove any remains of packing, tape or printed materials before powering on the freezer.

CAUTION

Risk of Fire or Explosion due to puncture of refrigerant tubing. Flammable refrigerant used. Handle with care when moving freezer to avoid either damaging the refrigerant tubing or increasing the risk of a leak.

ADJUSTING YOUR FREEZER

• Your freezer is designed for freestanding installation only. It should not be recessed or built-in.

• Place the freezer on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded.

• When moving the freezer, never tilt it more than a 45˚ angle. This could damage the compressor and the sealed system.

• If the freezer is tilted, let it stand in an upright position for at least 24 hours prior to plugging. This is to allow the refrigerant to settle.

PROPER AIR CIRCULATION

• To assure your freezer works at the maximum efficiency it was designed for, you should install it in a location where there is proper air circulation, plumbing and electrical connections.

• The following are recommended clearances around the freezer:

Sides.................4 in.

Back..................4 in.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT

• Make sure there is a suitable power outlet (115 volts, 15 amps outlet) with proper grounding to power the freezer.

• Avoid the use of three plug adapters or cutting off the third grounding pin in order to accommodate a two plug outlet. This is a dangerous practice since it provides no effective grounding pin for the freezer and may result in shock hazard.

INSTALL LIMITATIONS

• Do not install your freezer in any location not properly insulated or heated, e.g. garage, etc. Your freezer was not designed to operate in temperature settings less than 55˚ or more than 90˚

Fahrenheit.

• Select a suitable location for the freezer on a hard, even surface away from direct sunlight or heat sources, e.g. radiators, baseboard heaters, cooking appliances, etc. Any floor unevenness should be corrected.

USE OF EXTENSION CORDS

• DO NOT use extension cords because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions.

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