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CHEST FREEZER

Models EH12OC and EH15OC ers. Freezers, Refrigerator-Freezers, Ice Makers, Dishwashers, Built-In Ovens and Surface Units, Ranges, Microwave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Air Conditioners, Dehumidlf

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

Key Eject lock

Basket

Temperature control

Model and Serial

Number Plate

Defrost Water Dral and Drain Cover

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Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here...

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

1. Complete

Model and Serial Numbers [from the plate located as shown).

2. Purchase date from sales slip.

Copy this information in these spaces. Keep this book, your warranty and sales slip together in a handy place. There is no warranty registration to re- turn. Proof-of-purchase is all that is required for in- warranty service.

Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company and Telephone Number

Contents

SAFEI’Y FIRST. .....................

BEFOREYOUPLUGITIN ............

Install Properly. ..................

Level Chest Freezer ..............

Install Defrost Drain Cover. ........

Remove Sales Labels ............

Clean It ........................

Plug ltln ........................

Setting the Temperature Control ...

Adjusting the Temperature Control

Cooling Freezer First .............

The Sliding Basket ...............

The Key Eject Lock ...............

Energy Saving Tips ...............

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CLEANING YOUR FREEZER.

Cleaning Chart

FREEZING FOOD IN YOUR FREEZER.

Packaging and Sealing Food

To Wrap Foods

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Storing Frozen Food

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VACATION AND MOVING CARE.

Vacations

Shutting Off and Moving

2. If You Need Assistance

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IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE

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3. IfYouNeedService

4. IfYouHaveaProblem

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Before you plug it in

IMPORTANT

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Before using your freezer, you are personally re- l is properly maintained. sponsible for making sure that it... l is out of the weather. is installed and levelled on a floorthat will hold the l is used in an area where the room temperature weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use. will not exceed 110°F (43.3%).

. is connected only to the right kind of outlet, with the l is not run where there are explosive fumes. right electrical supply and grounding. (Refer to l is not used by those who may not understand your “Electrical Requirements and Grounding how it should be used.

Instructions:‘) 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 room to open lid

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Remove sales labels...

Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label and any inside labels before using the freezer

To remove any remaining glue:

1. 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) be- fore 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 Care b Service label on inslde ild or Tech Sheet on back of cabinet.

I, 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- ftammabies 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 roam 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-

5. justment, see your authorized WHIRLPOOL dealer.

Do not cover the freezer with items such blank&s, sheets, tablecloths, etc. as

Clean it . . .

Clean your freezer befo using it. See cleaning instructions on page 6.

Level chest freezel;..

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

Check with level

3-prong grounding type wail receptacle

Retainipg Clip

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Install defrost drain covel;..

I. Remove cover from literature package.

2. Check drawing on front cover for placement.

3. Install cover

Freezer /

Power Plug

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* ‘I”“’ grounding-plug

Recommended 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 wtth a swlfch or pull chain. Do not use an exfenslon cord.

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

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Setting the temperature control... Adjusting the temperature control...

I. Insert a coin in the slot of the Temperature Control to

1, Turn control to higher number for colder temper- turn it. atures.

2. Turn

COntrOl to Number 3. This setting is designed to 2, Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures. maintain the temperature at or near 0°F ( - 17.8”C) under normal operating conditions.

Cooling freezer first...

I, 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 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 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 sliding basket...

Can be moved from side to side or removed when loading or unloading food below it.

To remove:

Lift basket out.

To replace:

Lower basket into place.

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.

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. rvK7Bre--

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

Keep lid openings to a minimum. 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”Cj. 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

Y4 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:

1. Turn Temperature Control to OFF.

2. Unplug Freezer

3. 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.

4. Remove drain cover by pul(ing out.

5. Insert hose adapter provided into drain outlet.

6. Remove rubber stopper from inside bottom of freezer.

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

8. Clean freezer according directions. to the following

After defrosting:

I. Remove hose adapter

2. Replace drain cover and rubber stopper

3. Plug in freezer.

4. See directions for “Setting the Temperature Con- trol:’ page 5.

Cleaning chart...

Part

Removable part

(basket)

Outslde lnslde walls

Ud gasket

What to use

Sponge, cloth or paper towel; mild detergent, warm water

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Wash with warm water and a mild detergent,

Rinse and dry

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

Wash with warm water and a mild detergent.

Rinse and dry

Do not use abraslve or harsh cleansers.

Waxlng is recommended In hlgh humldlty areas. Use a good auto paste wax or an appliance wax on palnted metal surfaces. Do not use on plasflc because lt may damage these parts.

Plastic scraper, pans of hot water, electric fan. sponge or towel, baking soda and warm water l l l 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 freezer will also help.

Remove defrost water with towel or sponge.

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 of other sharp-pointed tool or any type of electric defroster to defrost freezer. They can cause damage to the lfner and lnterlor parts.

Sponge, soft cloth or paper towel; mild 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 contalnlng petroleum on plastic parts.

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Freezing food in your freezer

To wrap foods...

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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.

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Size of

Freezer

12cuft.

( 346 L)

15 cu. ft.

(433 L)

POUNDS OF FOOD

AT ONE TIME’

Meat or

Fish

Vegetables or Fruit

24 Ibs.

(10.8 kg.]

30 Ibs.

(13.5 kg.)

36 Ibs.

(16.2 kg.)

45 Ibs.

(20.25 kg.)

‘These amounts are based on USDA recommen- dations If too many packages of unfrozen food are packed at one time Into the freezer, the rate of freezing 1s 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 carefullv to keen, moisture in and air out

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

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

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 packaglng 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, kraft 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.

See booklet, “How to Preserve Foods the

Modern Way with Your WHIRLPOOL Freezer,” for complete information and tips on home freezing.

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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.

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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

Basket

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

Packages already frozen

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 lnrlde or on top of cabinet.

3. Level properly to ensure good lid seal.

CAUTION: To help prevent accidents, 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 setice or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps:

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1. Before calling for assistance...

2. lf you need assistance*...

Call Whlrlpool COOL-LINE@ service assistance

Performance problems often result from little things telephone number. Dial free from: you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.

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

If electrlclty goes off:

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

Learn how long power will be off by calling the

Alaska & Hawaii . . . . . . . . . . (8001 253-1121 power company.

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

If service is to be interrupted longer than 24 hours, do this: and talk with one of our trained Consultants. The

Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfac- tory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area.

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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.

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 of if raom is hot. motor will run longer to provide correct amount of cooling.

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 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 ttost builds 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. l

If freezer stops running:

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

Check fuse box or circuit breaker

Check electric company for a power failure.

Be sure Temperature Control is turned ON.

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3. If you need senic&...

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Whirlpool has a na- tionwide network of franchised TECH-CARE@ to fulfill the product

4. If you have a problem*...

Call our COOL-LINE service assistance telephone number [see Step 2) and talk with one of our

Consultants, or if you prefer, write to:

Mr. Stephen E. Upton, SK Vice President

Whirlpool Corporation

Administrative Center

2000 US-33 North

Benton Harbor, Ml 49022

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

States. To locate

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

APPLIANCES

MAJOR-

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WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES

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OR

ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES-

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WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES

FRANCHISED TECH-CARE SERVICE

SERVICE

XYZ SERVICE CO

123 Maple

COMPANIES

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SERVICE

XYZ SERVICE CO

123 Maple

COMPANIES

999-9999

OR

WASHING MACHINES,

(L IRONERS-SERVICING

DRYERS

WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES

FRANCHISED TECH-CARE SERVICE

SERVICE CYIMPANIES

XYZ SERVICE CO

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