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Upright Freezer

Congélateur Vertical

Congelador Vertical

BDU Series Models:

(Features will vary by model)

Série BDU Modèles:

(Les caractéristiques varient selon les modèles)

Series BDU Modelos:

(Las características pueden variar con el modelo)

User Manual • Manuel de l’utilisateur • Manual del usuario

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Read all of the instructions before using this appliance.

When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

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

2) This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in the installation section.

3) This appliance should not be recessed or built-in an enclosed cabinet. It is designed for freestanding installation only.

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

5) 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.

6) If your old appliance is not being used, we recommend that you remove the doors. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children.

7) 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.

8) 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 offcolor 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 they’re eating quality as you can."

9) Do not use any electrical device or any sharp instrument in defrosting your freezer.

10) Do not attempt to remove or adjust the interior storage shelves.

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11) 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 perform service.

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

For Future Reference Please

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

Before disposing any old refrigerator or freezer we recommend that the doors and shelves be removed, so children cannot easily climb inside and prevent the risk of child entrapment.

Thank you for using our Haier product. This easy-to-use manual will guide you in getting the best use of your freezer.

Remember to record the model and serial number. They are on a label in back of the freezer.

Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

Staple your receipt to your manual. You will need it to obtain warranty service.

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Table Of Contents

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Important Safeguards ..........................................................................1

Features..............................................................................................3

Energy-Saving Tips..............................................................................4

Freezer Installation ..............................................................................4

Electrical Connections ..........................................................................4

Operating Your Freezer ......................................................................5

Care and Cleaning..............................................................................5

Vacation and Moving ..........................................................................6

Defrosting ..........................................................................................6

Troubleshooting ..................................................................................7

Warranty............................................................................................8

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Features

A

B

C

A. Adjustable Temperature Control

B. Drop Down Storage Gate

C. Defrost Drain Plug

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Accessories Included

1. User Manual

2. Warranty Card

3. Drain Hose

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E n e rgy Saving Ti p s

• Do not place your freezer next to a heating vent, a range, or in direct sunlight.

• Do not open door more often than necessary.

• Keep the door closed as much as possible, especially, in hot and humid weather.

• Cover foods to reduce moisture build up inside the freezer.

• Store only foods that require freezing.

• For proper air circulation, do not overfill your freezer shelves.

Freezer

Installation

The freezer is designed for freestanding installation only. It should not be built-in. Allow a minimum of 1 inch on each side and above the top of the freezer to ease installation and proper air circulation. Be sure to install your freezer on a floor that is strong enough to support the unit when fully loaded.

Electrical

Connections

Important-for personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.

This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded. Consult a qualified electrician or service center if the grounding instructions are not completely understood. If doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded, have a qualified electrician check the circuit to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

Use of Extension Cords

Avoid the use of an extension cords due to potential safety hazards under certain conditions. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3–blade grounding plug and a

3-slot outlet that will accept the plug.

The marked rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.

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Operating Your Freezer

Temperature Control Dial

The temperature control dial has settings from

• "0" to 7

• "1" is the warmest

• "7" is the coldest

Initially, set the temperature control dial to "4".

After using the freezer for 24 hours, adjust the temperature control dial to the setting that best suits your needs.

Turning the temperature control dial

‘0’ stops the cooling cycle; however, it will not shut off power to the freezer.

Important: If you unplug or turn off the freezer, allow 4 minutes before restarting it or re-plugging it in.

Drop Down Storage Gate

To access the bottom storage area, gently pull the top middle of the storage gate. This will allow the removal or insert of items.

Care And Cleaning

Cleaning the Outside

Clean the outside of the freezer with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. To clean the door gasket, use only mild soapy water. Never use harsh cleansers or a scouring pad to clean any part of the freezer.

For efficient operation dirt and dust should be removed from the back and bottom of your freezer every three months. Turn the temperature control to the "0" position and unplug the freezer before beginning.

Carefully slide the freezer away from the wall and avoid damaging the floor by moving it slowly. Wipe dust from the back of freezer with a clean dry cloth use a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to clean the compressor area.

Cleaning the Inside

Clean the inside of the freezer at least twice a year. Turn the temperature control dial to "0" unplug the freezer and remove all frozen items from the shelves. Wash inside with warm water and baking soda solution. (2 tablespoons of baking soda to one quart of water), then rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaners such as harsh detergents, scouring powder or sprays containing bleach, ammonia, or other chemicals that may cause odors inside the freezer or damage the protective coatings on the evaporator shelves.

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Vacation And Moving

Moving the freezer

When transporting the freezer it must be kept in the upright position.

If the freezer is inadvertently tilted beyond 45 degrees or was in a lay down position for any reason e.g.

shipping, the unit must not be operated for at least 24 hours, It must be placed in the upright position for this period to allow the internal oil and refrigerant to stabilize in the system. Ignoring this precautionary measure may result in damage to the sealed system and compressor.

Defrosting

Defrost whenever frost on the wall of the freezer compartment becomes

1/8" thick. Never use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the cooling coils which is a part of the shelving. (A punctured cooling coil will cause serious damage to the product and will void the warranty). We do not recommend using any kind of scraper. Do not use any electrical device in defrosting your freezer.

Turn the temperature control to “0” and unplug the freezer. Remove all foods from the freezer compartment.

Slide a shallow pan under the freezer using the opening between the bottom legs. Insert the drain hose into the pan. Remove drain plug and allow defrost water to drain into pan.

Defrosting usually takes a few hours.

To quicken defrosting you may, keep the door open and place a bowl of warm water in the freezer. After defrosting, empty water from the drip tray.

Sponge remaining water from the bottom before cleaning. After defrosting, clean the inside of the freezer (see care and cleaning).

After cleaning be sure to replace the drain plug and remove the drip pan carefully. plug in the freezer and return the temperature to its previous position. Now return food to freezer.

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Troubleshooting

Freezer does not operate.

• The unit may not be plugged in.

• Circuit breaker may have tripped or fuse may be blown.

Compressor seems to run continuously or more often than necessary.

• The door may have been left open or there may be a leak in the door gasket.

• Frequent door openings lets the cold air escape requiring the compressor to cycle on more often..

• Air is not circulating freely around the appliance because of installation in an area with no clearance around it. Slide the appliance out of the confined area and vacuum around it in the rear and bottom to improve air circulation to the condenser coils.

Freezer compartment has an odor.

• Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.

• Check for spoiled food.

• Interior may need cleaning

• Keep an open box of baking soda in the freezer. (Replace as often as needed).

Foods not sufficiently frozen

• The temperature setting is not high enough.

• The door has been left open or a leak in the door gasket..

• Shelves are overloaded preventing effective circulation of cold air.

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Limited Warranty

What is covered and for how long?

This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials for a period of:

12 months labor (carry-in only)

12 months parts

5 years sealed system

The warranty commences on the date the item was purchased and the original purchase receipt must be presented to the authorized service center before warranty repairs are rendered.

EXCEPTIONS: Commercial or

Rental Use warranty

90 days labor (carry-in only)

90 days parts

No other warranty applies

What is covered.

1. The mechanical and electrical parts, which serve as a functional, purpose of this appliance for a period of 12 months. This includes all parts except finish, and trim.

2. The components of the sealed system e.g. hermetic compressor, condenser and evaporator from manufacturing defects for a period of 5 years from the date of purchase. Any damages to such components caused by mechanical abuse or improper han dling or shipping will not be covered.

What will be done?

1. We will repair or replace, at our discretion any mechanical or electrical part which proves to be defective in normal usage during the warranty period so specified.

2. There will be no charge to the purchaser for parts and labor on any covered items during the initial 12 month period. Beyond this period only parts are covered in the remaining warranty. Labor is not provided and must be paid by the customer.

3. Contact your nearest authorized service center. For the name of the nearest service center please call

1-877-337-3639

THIS WARRANTY COVERS

APPLIANCES WITHIN THE

CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES

AND CANADA. IT DOES NOT

COVER THE FOLLOWING

Damages from improper installation

Damages in shipping

Defects other than manufacturing

Damage from misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, lack of proper care and maintenance or incorrect current or voltage.

Damage from other than household use

Damage from service by other than an authorized dealer or service center.

Decorative trims or replaceable lightbulbs

Transportation and shipping

Labor (after the initial 12 months)

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN

LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,

EXPRESSED OR, INCLUDING THE

WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY

AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

PURPOSE

The remedy provided in this warranty is exclusive and is granted in lieu of all other remedies.

This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. Some

States do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary, from state to state.

Haier America Trading L.L.C.

New York, NY, NY10018.

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IMPORTANT

Do Not Return This Product To The Store

If you have a problem with this product, please contact the "Haier Customer

Satisfaction Center" at 1-877-337-3639.

DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE

IMPORTANT

Ne retournez pas ce produit au magasin

Si vous avez un problème avec ce produit, veuillez contacter le "Haier Customer

Satisfaction Center" au 1-877-337-3639

LA PREUVE D'ACHAT DATÉE EST EXIGÉE POUR LE SERVICE DE GARANTIE

IMPORTANTE

No regrese éste producto a la tienda

Si usted tiene problemas con éste producto, por favor contacte al "Centro de Servicio al Cliente de Haier al 1–877-337-3639.

SE REQUIERE UNA PRUEBA DE COMPRA FECHADA PARA EL SERVICIO DE GARANTIA

Model No. • Modèle no. •No. de Modelo

BDU460/BDU910/BDU1360

120V, 60 Hz

Made in China

Fabriqué en Chine

Hecho en China

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BDU460/910/1360-1

Issued: May-00

Publication de Mai-00

Emitido en Mayo, 2000

Haier America Trading, L.L.C.

New York, NY 10018

Printed in China

Imprimé en Chine

Impreso en China