Care and Cleaning
Damp objects stick to
cold metal surfaces, Do not touch interior
metal surfaces with wet or damp hands.
BASE
PANEL
Figure 1
DRAIN PLUG_" Figure2
i lOSE
ADAPTOR
DEFROST
DRAIN PLUG
Figure3
_If leaving freezer door I
open while on vacation, make certain I
that children cannot get into the I
freezer and become entrapped. I
Someupright freezers arefrost-free and defrost automatically, but should becleaned
occasionally,
Between Defrostings
To avoid frequent defrosting, occasionally use a plastic scraper to remove frost.
Scrape with a pulling motion, Never use a metal instrument to remove frost.
Defrosting
Itisimportantto defrost and cleanfreezer whet] V4to Y2inchof frost hasaccumulated.
Frostmay tend to accumulate faster on upper part of the freezer due to warm, moist
airenteringthefreezerwhenthedoorisopened. Removefood and leavethedoor
open when defrosting the freezer,
• On upright modelswith a defrost drain (Figure1),remove drain plug on the inside
floor of the freezer bypulling straight out. Toaccessexternal drain tube on models
with a base panel, first remove the two screws from the base panel. Locate the
drain tube near the teft center under the freezer, Placea shallow pan under the
drain tube. Defrost water wilt drain out, Check pan occasionally sowater doesnot
overflow. A Y2inch garden hose adapter can be usedto drain the freezer directly
into a floor drain. If your model is not equipped with an adapter, one can be
purchased at most hardware stores. Replacethe drain plug when defrosting and
cleaning are completed. If the drain is left open, warm air may enter freezer.
•On chest models with a defrost drain, place a shallow pan or the Divider/Drain
Pan (some models) beneath the drain outlet (Figure 2), A Y2inch garden hose
adapter can be usedto drain the freezer directly into afloor drain (Figure3). Ifyour
model isnot equipped with an adapter, one can be purchased at most hardware
stores, Pulloutthe drain plug insidethe freezer, and pull off the outside defrost drain
plug (Figure4). Defrost water wilt drain out. Check pan occasionally so water does
not overflow. Replacethe drain plugs when defrosting iscompleted,
•On modelswithout adefrost drain,placetowelsornewspapersontheffeezer bottom
to catchthe frost. Thefrost will loosenand fall. Removetowels and/ornewspapers.
• Ifthe frost issoft, remove it by using a plasticscraper. Ifthe frost isglazed and hard,
fill deep panswith hotwater and placethem onthe freezer bottom. Closethe freezer
door. Frostshould soften in about 15 minutes. Repeatthis procedure if necessary.
Cleaning the Inside
After defrosting, wash insidesurfacesof the freezer with asolution of two tablespoons
of baking soda in one quart (t ,136 litres) warm water. Rinseand dry. Wring excess
water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the area of the controls, or any
electrical parts.
Wash the removable parts and door basket with the baking soda solution mentioned
above, or mild detergent and warm water. Rinseand dry, Never usemetallic scouring
pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any surface. Do not wash
removable parts in a dishwasher,
Cleaning the Outside
Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Rinsewell and wipe
dry with a clean soft cloth. Replace parts and food.
Vacation and Moving Tips
Short Vacations: Leavethe freezeroperating during vacationsof lessthat] three weeks,
Long Vacations: If the freezer will not be usedfor several months, remove all food
and unplug the power cord. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor
and mold growth, leavethe freezer door open slightly, blocking it open if necessary,
Moving: Disconnectthepowercord ptugfromthewalloutlet, Removefoods, then
defrost, and clean the freezer, Secure all loose items such asbase panel, baskets,
and shelves by taping them securely in place to prevent damage. In the moving
vehicle, secure freezer in an upright position, and secureto prevent movement. Also
protect outside of freezer with a blanket, or similar item.
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