Idylis IF50CM23NW User manual
ITEMS #617641, #611779
5.0 / 7.1 CU. FT.
CHEST FREEZER
MODELS #IF50CM23NW, #IF71CM33NW
Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer
service department at 1-877-337-3639, 8 AM EST to 8 PM EST 7 days a week.
ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE
Serial Number ________ Purchase Date __________
Français p. 17
Español p. 33
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Package Contents..................................................................3
Safety Information .................................................................4
Installation Instructions ............................................................7
Operating Instructions .............................................................9
Care and Maintenance ............................................................ 12
Troubleshooting ................................................................. 14
Warranty......................................................................... 16
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
PART DESCRIPTION
A Interior Drain Plug (see Insert)
B Temperature Control Adjustment
C Power-On Indicator (green switch) (NOTE: This indicator light is only
active on the IF71CM33NW)
D Exterior Drain Plug
E Wire Basket (To order additional baskets call 877-337-3639 and provide
part #0070104494)
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■This freezer must be properly installed and located in accordance with
the Installation Instructions before it is used.
■Unplug the freezer before making repairs or cleaning.
NOTE: Power to the freezer cannot be disconnected by any setting on
the control panel.
NOTE: Repairs must be performed by a qualified Service Professional.
■Replace all parts and panels before operating.
■Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
■Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a
flammable propellant in this appliance.
■Do not use an extension cord.
■To prevent suffocation and entrapment hazards to children, remove
the lid from any freezer before disposing of it or discontinuing its use.
■To avoid serious injury or death, children should not stand on, or play in
or with the appliance.
■Children and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance
only if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe use
and understand the hazards involved.
■This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar
applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other
working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, bed
& breakfast and other residential environments; catering and similar
non-retail applications.
CAUTION To reduce the risk of injury when using your refrigerator,
follow these basic safety precautions.
■Do not clean freezer with warm water when it is cold. Components may
break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as
bumping or dropping.
■Keep fingers out of the “pinch point” areas; clearances between the lid
and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing lid when children
are in the area.
■Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands
are damp or wet, skin may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.
■Do not refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to
persons, or damage when using the freezer follow basic
precautions, including the following:
SAFETY INFORMATION
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS:
WARNING This product contains one or more chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from
freezer. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion,
or death.
WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Flammable Refrigerant
This appliance contains isobutane refrigerant, R600a, a natural
gas with high environmental compatibility. However, it is also
combustible. Adhere to the warnings below to reduce the risk of
injury or property damage.
1) When handling, installing and operating the appliance, care should be
taken to avoid damage to the refrigerant tubing.
2) Service shall only be performed by authorized service personnel. Use
only manufacturer-authorized service parts.”
3) Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local
Regulations. Flammable refrigerant and insulation material used
require special disposal procedures. Contact your local authorities for
the environmentally safe disposal of your refrigerator.
4) Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosures or in the built-in
structure clear of obstruction.
5) Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the
defrosting process.
6) Do not damage refrigerant circuit.
7) Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartment
of the appliance.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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Refrigerant and Foam Disposal:
Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local
Regulations. Flammable refrigerant and insulation material used require
special disposal procedures. Contact your local authorities for the
environmentally safe disposal of your refrigerator.
PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD APPLIANCE
WARNING SUFFOCATION AND ENTRAPMENT HAZARD
Failure to follow these disposal instructions can result in death or
serious injury.
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the
past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous even if they
will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old appliance,
please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old Appliance:
■Take off the door.
■Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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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.
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.
•
• 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
•
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 . . . . . 2 in.(5.08cm)
Back. . . . . . 2 in.(5.08cm)
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT
• Make sure there is a suitable power outlet (115 volts, 15 amps outlet) with proper
grounding to power the freezer.
•
to accommodate a two plug outlet. This is a dangerous practice since it provides no
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 0 or more than 110° 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.
• Do not install the freezer in a location exposed to rain water or direct sunlight.
WARNING
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Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from
the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.
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.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure
the outlet is properly grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal
responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded
3-prong wall outlet.
The freezer should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet
which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.
A 115 Volt AC, 60 Hz, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is
required. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading
house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.
Never unplug your freezer by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly
and pull straight out from the outlet.
Immediately discontinue use of a damaged supply cord. If the supply cord
is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified service professional with an
authorized service part from the manufacturer.
When moving the freezer away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or
damage the power cord.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
Do not remove the ground prong from the power cord plug.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Once the freezer is in its proper place, plug it in an electrical outlet having 115 volts
and 15 amps.
• Set the temperature on the temperature control knob, “1” being the warmest and
“7” being the coldest. Initially set the temperature on “4”. Place food inside the
freezer (green light will come on indicating that the freezer is in operation). After
using the freezer for 24 hours, set the freezer to your desired setting.
• In case you unplug your freezer or experience an electrical outage, allow 5 minutes
before plugging it back in.
ADJUSTABLE TEMPERATURE DIAL
• Your freezer will automatically
maintain the temperature level you
select. The temperature control dial
has 7 settings plus OFF. “1” is the
warmest, “7” is the coldest. Turning
the dial to OFF stops cooling the
freezer. Set the dial to “4” and allow
24 hours to pass before adjusting
the temperature to your needs.
(NOTE: If the freezer has been placed
in a horizontal or tilted position for
any period of time, wait 24 hours before
plugging the unit in,)
FOOD STORAGE BASKET
• The removable basket allows you to
store food more accessibly or you can
remove it if not needed.
OFF
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1
Green
Power-On
Light
(IF71CM33NW Only)
Temperature
Control Dial
NOTE: This indicator light is only
active on the IF71CM33NW.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FOOD STORAGE INFORMATION
Frozen Food:
• Wipe containers before storing to avoid needless spills.
• Hot food should be allowed to cool before storing in the freezer. This will prevent
unnecessary energy use.
• When storing meats, keep in the original packaging or rewrap as necessary.
• Proper freezer storage requires correct packaging. All foods must be in packag-
result in odor and taste transfer and will result in the drying out of the improperly
packaged food.
• Follow package or container instructions for proper storage.
• Packaging Recommendations:
Plastic containers with air tight lids
Heavy duty aluminum foil
Self-sealing plastic bags
• Do not refreeze defrosted/thawed foods.
• It is recommended that the freezing date be marked on the packaging.
These are some suggestions for safe storage:
• TV Dinners 3-4 months
• Hamburger & stew meats 3-4 months
• Ground Turkey, veal, pork 3-4 months
• Chops 4-6 months
• Steaks 6-12 months
• Chicken or turkey, whole 1 year
For detailed storage chart, visit the FDA wesite:
www.fda.gov/downloads/food/foodborneillnesscontaminants/ucm109315.pdf
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DEFROSTING AND DRAINING THE FREEZER
• Defrost whenever the frost becomes 1 /4 in. thick. Never use a sharp or metallic
instrument to remove the frost as it may damage the cooling coils. A punctured coil
will void the warranty.
Risk of Fire or Explosion due to puncture refrigerant tubing.
Flammable refrigerant used.Do not use metal instruments to defrost freezer.
Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.
• Turn the temperature control to OFF position and unplug the unit. Remove the
drain plug from the inside of the freezer. Defrosting usually takes a few hours. To
defrost faster, keep the freezer door open.
• For draining, place a tray beneath the outer drain plug. Pull out the drain dial and ro-
When done, push the drain dial in and turn the arrow to the up position. Re-plug the
drain plug inside the freezer compartment.
NOTE:
• Wipe the interior of the freezer and replace the electrical plug in the electrical
outlet.
• Reset the temperature control to the desired setting.
NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
• Boiling water, gurgling sounds or slight vibrations that are the result of the refriger-
ant circulating through the cooling coils.
•
WARNING
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
To avoid electric shock, always unplug your freezer before
cleaning. Ignoring this warning may result in death or injury.
CAUTION Before using cleaning products, always read and follow
manufacturer’s instructions and warnings to avoid personal injury or product
damage.
GENERAL
• Prepare a cleaning solution of 3 - 4 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with warm
water. Use sponge or soft cloth, dampened with the cleaning solution, to wipe
down your freezer.
• Rinse with clean warm water and dry with a soft cloth.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasives, ammonia, chlorine bleach, concentrated
detergents, solvents or metal scouring pads. Some of these chemicals may
dissolve, damage and/or discolor your freezer.
DOOR GASKETS
• Clean door gaskets every three months according to general instructions. Gaskets
must be kept clean and pliable to assure a proper seal.
• Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of gaskets will keep the gasket
pliable and assure a good seal.
POWER INTERRUPTIONS
• Occasionally there may be power interruptions due to thunderstorms or other
causes. Remove the power cord from AC outlet when a power outage occurs.
When power has been restored, replug power cord to AC outlet. If outage is for
a prolonged period, inspect and discard spoiled or thawed food in freezer. Clean
freezer before reusing.
VACATION AND MOVING CARE
• For long vacations or absences, empty food from freezer, move the temperature
DIAL to the OFF position and clean the door gaskets. Prop doors open so air can
circulate inside. When moving, always move the freezer vertically. Do not move
with the unit lying down. Possible damage to the sealed system could occur.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
puncture the refrigerant tubing. To be repaired only by trained authorized service
personnel. Consult Repair Manual before attempting to service this product. All
Safety Precautions Must be followed. Component parts shall be replaced with like
components to minimize the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect parts or
improper service.
Risk of Fire or Explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Do not
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
LID REMOVAL
If it is necessary to remove the lid, follow these steps:
1. Remove the lower part of the hinge cover and then remove the upper part.
2. Open the lid to the maximum position. (The hinges are loosest at this position.)
3. Remove the 4 screws from the upper part of the hinge and the lid. Do this for
each of the 2 hinges.
4. To reinstall lid follow steps in reverse. Tighten all hinge screws but avoid over-
tightening to prevent stripping. Reinstall hinge covers.
Upper Hinge
Cover
Lower Hinge
Cover
Hinge screws to
be removed
CAUTION LIFTING HAZARD
The lid is heavy. Use both hands to secure the lid before lifting.
CAUTION HINGE SPRING UNDER TENSION
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE REMEDY
Freezer does not operate A. Make sure thermostat control is not in the “OFF”
position.
B. Make sure freezer is plugged in.
C. Make sure there is power at the AC outlet by
checking the circuit breaker.
D. Wait for 30 - 40 minutes to see whether freezer
will start. Compressor cycle must be complete to
operate.
Food temperature
appears too warm
A. Avoid frequent door openings.
B. Allow time for recently added warm food to reach
freezer temperature.
C. Check gaskets for proper seal.
D. Adjust temperature control to colder setting.
Food temperature is too
cold
A. Adjust to a warmer setting and allow several hours
for temperature to adjust.
Freezer runs too
frequently
A. This may be normal to maintain constant
temperature during high temperature and humid
days.
B. Check gasket for proper seal.
C. Make sure doors are completely closed.
D. Check freezer compartment for blockage from
frozen food packages, containers, etc.
Freezer has an odor A. Interior needs cleaning.
odors. Properly wrap/seal food.
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WARRANTY
This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials for a period of:
12 months for labor, 12 months for parts
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.
This warranty covers:
1. The mechanical and electrical parts which serve as a functional purpose of this
2. The components of the sealed system, e.g. hermetic compressor, condenser
and evaporator, from manufacturing defects for a period of 1 year from the date
of purchase. Any damages to such components caused by mechanical abuse or
improper handling 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
2. There will be no charge to the purchaser for parts and labor on any covered items
during the initial 12 month period. 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, 8 AM EST to 8 PM EST 7 days a week.
THIS WARRANTY COVERS APPLIANCES WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL UNITED
STATES, PUERTO RICO 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 light bulbs.
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
from state to state.
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