Emerson CF353 User manual

3.5 CUBIC FT. CHEST FREEZER
OWNER’S MANUAL
CF353
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1. This freezer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
2. Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the shelves in the freezer. They could damage
the freezer and seriously injure themselves.
3. Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherammablevaporsandliquidsinthevicinityofthisorany
other appliance.
4. Keepngersoutoftheclearancesbetweenthedoorsandcabinet.Becarefulclosingdoors
when children are in the area.
5. Unplug the freezer before cleaning and making repairs or when not in use.
6. Westronglyrecommendthatanyservicingbeperformedbyaqualiedindividual.
7. Turning the temperature control dial to the “OFF” position stops cooling but does not shut off
power to the freezer.
8. Do not leave freezer in extreme cold or warm temperatures.
9. Donotplacefreezernearheatsourcesoropenames.
10. Clean the freezer with a soft, damp cloth. Remove stains with a mild soap. Do not clean the
unit with industrial grade solvents, or abrasive chemicals.
11. Do not place heavy items on top of the freezer.
12. Never install the freezer where there is a lot of moisture and water can splash.
13. Do not allow children to hang on the doors; the freezer may be tipped over and hurt
children.
14. Never eat spoiled food stored too long in the freezer or in an out-of-order freezer.
15. Do not use sharp tools inside the freezer - for example - to remove ice as damage may
occur.
16. Unplug and remove food from the freezer if not used for a long period of time.
PROPER DISPOSAL
An empty freezer is an extremely dangerous attraction to children. If you are getting rid of your old
freezer, please follow the instructions in the Child Entrapment Warning.
CHILD ENTRAPMENT WARNING:
Riskofchildentrapment.Beforeyouthrowawayyouroldfreezerorfreezer:
1. Take off the doors.
2. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
CAUTION: USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD IS NOT RECOMMENDED.
Please follow the precautions below for your new freezer:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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3-pronged
Receptacle
Receptacle
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3-pronged
plug
Receptacle
Receptacle
Box Cover
Grounding
Adapter
Grounding Lead
Screw
Whenusing agrounding adapter, make sure the
receptacle box is fullygrounded.
Whenusing a3-pronged plug
This appliance must be 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 inserted into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
WARNING: Improperuseofthegroundingplugcanresultinariskofelectricshock.Consultaqualied
electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or
if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a three wire extension cord that has
a three blade grounding plug, and a three slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the
appliance.Themarkedratingoftheextensioncordshouldbeequaltoorgreaterthanthe
electrical rating of the appliance.
INSTALLATION
1. Steady,atlocation:
If the freezer is not leveled during installation, the doors may not close or seal properly, causing cooling,
frost, or moisture problems. It is very important for the freezer to be level in order to function properly.
To level your freezer, you may either turn the level leg clockwise to raise that side to the freezer or turn
counter-clockwise to lower that side. Having someone push against the top of the freezer will take some
weight off the leveling leg. This makes it easier to adjust the leveling leg.
2. Ventilation: Do not block air vents.
3. Power supply:
 •Checkyourlocalpowersource.Thisfreezerrequiresa110V-120V,60Hzpowersupply.
 •Useareceptaclethatwillacceptthegroundprong.Thepowercordofthisapplianceisequippedwitha
3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the
possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.
(a) Longer cord sets or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
(b) If a long cord or extension cord is used, (1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension
cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, (2) the extension cord must be
a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and (3) the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over
the counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
NOTES:
The freezer should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating
that matches the rating plate.
If you have only a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it
replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
 Neverunplugyourfreezerbypullingonthepowercord.Alwaysgripplugrmlyandpullstraightoutfrom
the outlet.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
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DOOR OPEN
1. Door
2. Door Gasket
3. Hinges
4. StorageBasket
5. Thermostat Control
6. Leveling feet
7. Ice Scraper
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS (CONTINUED)
Before Using Your Freezer
• Removetheexteriorandinteriorpacking
• Checktobesureyouhaveallofthefollowingparts:
-1StorageBasket
- 1 Ice Scraper
- 1 Instruction Manual
• Before connecting the freezer to the power source, let it stand upright for approximately 2
hours. This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during
transportation.
• Cleantheinteriorsurfacewithlukewarmwaterusingasoftcloth.
Installing Your Freezer
• Thisapplianceisdesignedtobefreestandingonly,andshouldnotberecessedorbuilt-in.
• Placeyourfreezeronaoorthatisstrongenoughtosupportthefreezerwhenitisfullyloaded.
• Allow 15 cm of space between the back and sides of the freezer, which allows the proper air
circulation.
• Locatethefreezerawayfromdirectsunlightandsourcesofheat(stove,heater, radiator, etc.).
Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consump-
tion. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the freezer not to perform properly.
• Avoidlocatingthefreezerinmoistareas.
• Plug the freezer into an exclusive, properly installed-grounded wall outlet. Do not under any
circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Any questions
concerning power and/or grounding should be directed toward a certied electrician or an
authorized service center.
• Afterplugging theapplianceintoawalloutlet,allowtheunittocooldownfor2~3hoursbefore
placing food in the freezer compartment.
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3.5 CUBIC FT. CHEST FREEZER
OWNER’S MANUAL
CF353
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USING THE THERMOSTAT
OPERATION
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Your freezer has one control for regulating the
thermostat. The temperature control is located
on the lower right hand corner.
When rst time plug in power, set the
thermostat control at “MAX” position and
run for at least 2 hours before putting frozen
foods inside. This will ensure the cabinet is
thoroughly chilled before food is put in.
The range of the Thermostat control is from
position “MIN” the warmest to “MAX” the
coldest. Adjust the Thermostat control to
the setting that best suits your needs. The
setting of 3/4 Thermostat control should be
appropriateforhomeorofcefreezeruse.
To turn the freezer off, turn the Thermostat
control to “OFF”.
NOTE:
Turning the temperature control knob to “OFF”
position stops the cooling cycle but does not
shut off the power to the freezer. The power
indicator will stay “on”.
If the unit is unplugged, lost power, or turned
off; you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restart-
ing the unit. If you attempt to restart before the
time delay, the freezer will not start.
Large amounts of food will lower the cooling
efciencyoftheappliance.
Thermostat
control dial
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OPERATION (CONTINUED)
DEFROSTING
WHEN? For the most efcient operation and
minimum energy consumption, defrost the
freezer when the frost on the freezer walls is
excessive or 5 to 10mm thick.
Choose a time when the stock of frozen food
is low.
CAUTION:
Do not use boiling water because it may
damage the plastic parts. In addition,
never use a sharp or metallic instrument to
remove frost as it may damage the cooling
coils and will void the warranty.
We recommend using the plastic ice scrap-
er provided with your unit.
Do not use ice scraper for any purpose oth-
er than scraping ice from the freezer walls.
• Remove the frozen food from the freezer
and place it in a cooler to protect the food.
• Turnthethermostatknobto“OFF”.
• Unplugthefreezer.ThePowerSupplylight
should be off (green light out).
• During defrosting, the ice melts into the
cabinet.
• Remove the drain water cap on the inside
oorofthefreezerbypullingstraightout.
• Place a shallow pan outside drain outlet.
The defrost water will drain out.
• Check the pan occasionally so the water
doesnotoverow.
• Cleantheinteriorofthefreezer.
• Replace the drain water cap on the inside
oor.
• Resetthethermostattodesiredsetting.
• Allowthecabinettocoolforonehour.
• Returnfoodtothefreezer.
HELPFUL HINT:
Defrosting usually takes a few hours. Leaving the door open will help speed the process. Also,
pouring warm water (not boiling) on the ice/frost will help speed melting. If you must use a scraper,
please use caution - it is very easy to damage the freezer compartment and void your warranty.
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OPERATION (CONTINUED)
The Freezer Compartment
• This compartment is designed for the long-term storage of frozen food. Storage time is up to three
months.
• The storage life of frozen foods varies and the recommended storage time should not be exceeded.
• The instructions regarding the care of frozen foods should be followed when defrosting the freezer.
• Pre-packed commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen foods
manufacturer’s instructions for a three star frozen food storage compartment or home freezer.
• Placefrozenfoodintothefreezerasquicklyaspossibleafterpurchase.Ifthereareinstructionsonthe
packet, carefully follow these instructions regarding storage times.
• Thefreezerdoorissusceptibletobreakingduetoexcessiveicebuildup.Besuretodefrostwhenthe
ice reaches 5 to 10 mm thick.
• A storage basket is provided for the organization of odd-shaped items. To reach other packages in the
freezer, just slide the basket to one side, or lift it out.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning Your Freezer
• Upon installation of your new appliance, it is recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly.
• Turn the thermostat control to “OFF”, unplug the freezer, remove the food and storage basket.
• Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth containing a water and baking soda solution. The
solutionshouldbeabout2tablespoonsofbakingsodatoaquartofwater.
• Wash the storage basket with a mild detergent solution.
• Besuretokeepthedoorgasket(seal)cleantokeeptheunitrunningefciently.
• The outside of the freezer should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water.
• Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth.
• It is recommended that the unit be cleaned each time it is defrosted to help keep the unit odor
freeandrunningefciently.
Vacation Time
• Remove all the food.
• Unplug the freezer.
• Clean the freezer.
• Leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or odors.
• Use extreme caution in the case of children. The unit should not be accessible to child’s play.
• Short vacations: Leave the freezer operating during vacations of less than three weeks.
• Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all food and unplug
the power cord. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave the
door open slightly: blocking it open if necessary or have the door removed.
Moving Your Freezer
• Remove all the food.
• Securely tape down all loose items inside your freezer.
• Tape the doors shut.
• Besurethefreezerstaysintheuprightpositionduringtransportation.

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OPERATION (CONTINUED)
Energy Saving Tips
• The freezer should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing
appliances or heating ducts, and out of the direct sunlight.
• Lethotfoodscooltoroomtemperaturebeforeplacinginthefreezer.Overloadingthefreezer
forcesthecompressortorunlonger.Foodsthatfreezetooslowlymaylosequality,orspoil.
• Besuretowrapfoodsproperly,andwipecontainersdrybeforeplacingtheminthefreezer.This
cuts down on frost build-up inside the freezer.
• Freezerstoragebinshouldnotbelinedwithaluminumfoil,waxpaper,orpapertoweling.Liners
interferewithcoldaircirculation,makingthefreezerlessefcient.
• Organizeandlabelfoodtoreducedooropeningsand extended searches. Remove as many
items as needed at one time, and close the door as soon as possible.
PROBLEMS WITH YOUR FREEZER
You can solve many common freezer problems easily, Try the suggestions below to see if you can
solve the problem before calling the servicer.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Freezer does not
operate.
• Notpluggedin.
• Thecircuitbreakertrippedorablown
fuse.
• Thefreezerthermostatcontrolissetat
“OFF”.
• Checkwhethertheplug
properly inserted.
• Replacementofthecircuit
breaker and fuse.
• Thethermostatcontrolshould
be set at middle position.
Compressor turns
on and off
frequently.
• Theroomtemperatureishotterthan
normal.
• Alargeamountoffoodhasbeenadded
to the freezer.
• Thedoorisopentoooften.
• Thedoorisnotclosedcompletely.
• Thethermostatcontrolisnotset
correctly.
• Thefreezerdoesnothavethecorrect
clearances.
• Thefreezerhasrecentlybeen
disconnected for a period of time.
• Indooraircirculation.
• Reducetheamountoffood
storage.
• Keepdooralwaysclosecheck
whether the door was closed
properly.
• Checkthethermostatif
control set it at middle position.
• Cleanfreezeraccordingtothe
manual.
• Fourhoursarerequiredfor
the freezer to cool down
completely.
Temperature in
side the freezer
compartment is
too high
• Thermostatcontrolissettoowarm.
• Dooriskeptopentoolongorisopened
toofrequently.
• Thedoorisnotclosedcompletely.
• Alargeamountofwarmorhotfood
might have been stored recently.
• Thefreezerhasrecentlybeen
disconnected for a period of time
• Turnthecontroltoacooler
setting and allow several
hours for the temperature to
stabilize.
• Keepthedoorclosedproperly.
• Checkthedoorgasket.
• Reducetheamountofhotfood
until temperature drop down.
• Itisnormalwaituntilthe
freezer has had a chance to
reach its selected temperature.
• Fourhoursarerequiredfor
the freezer to cool down
completely.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Unit Dimension (WxDxH) (inches) 22.3 x 20.7 x 33.1
PowerSupply AC115V~60Hz125W
Current 0.9A
Power consumption per year
214kwh
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Temperature
inside the freezer
compartment is
too cold.
Sometimes popping
or cracking sound
when compressor
activated.
Bubblingorgurgling
sound, like water
boiling.
Vibrations.
Moisture forms on
inside freezer walls.
Moisture forms on
outside of freezer.
The door cannot
close properly.
• Temperaturecontrolissettoocold.
• Thetemperaturecontrolissetat“MAX”
setting. This causes continuous running
of the compressor and bypasses the
temperature control.
• Metalpartslikethecopperpipes
undergo expansion and contraction, as
in hot water pipes.
• Refrigerantgas(usedtocoolfreezer)
is circulating throughout the system
• Checktoassurethatthefreezeris
level.
• Theoorisuneven.Freezerrockson
theoorwhenitismovedslightly.
• Thefreezeristouchingthewall.
• Weatherishotandhumid,which
increases internal frost build-up.
• Doorisslightlyopen.
• Dooriskeptopentoolong,oris
openedtoofrequently.
• Thedoorisnotsealedproperly.
• Doorisslightlyopen,thecoldairfrom
inside the freezer leaking to outside.
• Thedoorgasketisdirty.
• Thestoragebasketisoutofposition,or
not install properly.
• Adjustthetemperature
control position at middle
• Turnthecontroltoawarmer
setting and allow several
hours for the temperature to
stabilize.
• Thisisnormal.Soundwill
disappear as freezer
continues to run.
• Thisisnormal.
• Ensurefreezerplacedlevel
• Levelthefreezerbyputting
wood or metal shims under
part of the freezer.
• Leavespacingbetweenthe
freezer and the wall.
• See“InstallationInstructions”
• Thisisnormal.
• Keepthedoorclose
• Checkthedoorgasket
• Andclosedoorproperly
• Itisnormalclosethedoor
rmly.
• Cleanthedoorgasket.
• Adjustpositionofstorage
basket again

Emerson Radio Corp. warrants manufacturing defects in original material, including
original parts and workmanship, under normal use and conditions, for a period of one
year from the date of original purchase in the U.S. With your dated proof of purchase,
we will provide repair service at no charge for labor and parts at an authorized Depot
Repair Facility, or replace the product in our discretion. For repair or replacement, pack
your unit in a padded box, enclose your check or money order payable to Emerson
RadioCorp.intheamountof$10.00(notrequiredbyCaliforniaresidents)tocovershipping
and handling costs, and enclose a copy of your proof of purchase. Send your unit to:
Emerson Returns Warehouse,
11500 Philadelphia Street,
Mira Loma Ca. 91752
AU898N
This warranty does not cover damage from negligence, misuse, abuse, accident,
failure to follow operating instructions, commercial use, rental, repairs by an unauthorized
facility, or products purchased, used, serviced or damaged outside of the United States.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
The serial number can be found on the rear of the unit. We suggest that you record the
serial number of your unit in the space below for future reference.
Model Number: CF353
Serial Number:
10
LIMITED WARRANTY

Printed in China
EMERSON
Part No. CF353-02022012-01