Whirlpool Estate Series User manual

CHEST FREEZER
Models EHOGEF
EHOSEF
Guide
Basket
Copy Your Model Number
and Serial Number Here I
Signal
Light
Number Plate
When you need service, or
call with a auestion. have 1
this information ready:
1. Complete Model and Se-
rial Numbers (from the plate
on the lower right side of the
cabinet).
2. Purchase date from sales
slip.
Copy this information in
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
these -spaces. Keep this
book, your warranty and Service Company
and TelephOne Number
sales slip together in a handy
place. c

Before you plug it in
Before using your freezer, you are personally
responsible for making sure that it...
a is installed and leveled on a floor that will
hold the weight. and in an area suitable for
its size and use.
l is connected only to the right kind of outlet,
with the right electrical supply and ground-
ing. (Refer to your “Electrical Requirements
and Grounding Instructions:‘]
l is used only for jobs expected of home
freezers.
l is not near an oven, radiator or other heaf
source.
l is properly maintained.
l is in a dry sheltered area.
l is used in an area where the room tempera-
ture will not exceed 110-F [43,3’C).
l is not run where there are explosive fumes.
l is not used by children or others who may not
understand how it should be used.
l is not loaded with food before it has time to
get properly cold.
Install Properly...
1. Check the strength of the floor. It should hold
weight of fully loaded freezer.
2. Allow at least 3 inches (7.5 cm) air space on
sides of freezer and 2 inches (5 cm] at back.
Leave room at top for lid to open all the way.
3. If lid needs to be removed to get freezer
through the doorway, follow these steps:
l Check the way the lid sits on the cabinet to
help when replacing.
l With lid closed, remove hinge screws from
the cabinet.
l Lift off lid.
To replace:
l Place lid on cabinet.
l Replace hinge screws. Check to be sure
lid gasket is making contact with cabinet
on all four sides.
4. Do not cover the freezer with items such as
blankets, sheets, tablecloths, etc.
level Chest Freezer.. ,
from end to end and front to back so that the lid
will seal properly.
Check with lev
Remove Sales label...
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 dlshwashing 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 tetrachloride, etc. These can damage the
material.
NOTE: DO NOT REMOVE the Care & Service
label on inside lid or the Tech Sheet on
back of cabinet.
Clean It...
Clean your freezer before using it. See clean-
ing instructions on page 4.

Plug It In...
3.prong groundlng
type wall receptacle
Recommended Groundlng Method
A 115Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused
and properly grounded electrical supply is re-
quired. It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided. Use a
receptacle which cannot be turned off with a
switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension
cord.
Using
your
freezer
2. Turn control to Number 3. This setting will main-
Setting the Cold Control...
1. Insert a coin in the slot of the Cold Control to
tain zero zone temperatures under normal op-
turn it.
erating conditions.
Adjusting Cold Control.. .
l Turn control to higher number for colder
temperatures.
l Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures.
Cooling Freezer First.. .
l Allow freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling
with frozen food.
l Let it cool overnight before adding large
amount of unfrozen food.
After the cabinet is cooled the compressor will
turn on and off as needed to keep freezer at
Note: When freezer is first started the compressor
proper temperature.
will run constantly until the cabinet is cooled. It
may take up to 6 to 8 hours or longer, depending
on room temperature and the number of times
the freezer lid is opened.
The outside of your freezer may feel warm. This
is normal. The freezer’s design and main function
is to remove heat from packages and air space
inside the freezer. This heat is transferred to the
room air so the walls of the freezer may be warm.
Exterior Signal light...
If the signal light is not glowing, immediately
check:
automatically warns of any unexpected power
failure. 0 for power interruption,
l the power plug; it may be disconnected from
2.
, -Iht cover
g
the Outlet,
l the warning light; it may be burned out.
To replace burned out slgnal Ilght:
1. Unplug power cord from outlet.
Carefully snap out light cover and assembly
with a screwdriver by inserting it under the
end of metal edge of the light. Be careful nOl
to chip finish on freezer.
Unplug burned out signal light and replace
with a new one. Signal light can be ordered
from your Whirlpool dealer.
Then, snap light assembly into place.
Plug cord into outlet.
Ke
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.
Ifthe key is lost, contact your WHIRLPOOL dealer
for a replacement.
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Sliding Basket...
can be moved from side to side when load-
ing or unloading food below it. The basket also
can be lifted out of the freezer completely.
Cleaning your freezer
The freezer should be cleaned when frost has
l Remove food items and sliding basket.
built up to about l/4 inch (6 mm) thickness. Com-
plete defrosting and cleaning should be done at Note: Wrap frozen foods and packages in sev-
least once a year. In high humidity areas, a freezer eral layers of newspaper and cover with a blan-
may need more frequent defrosting. ket. Food will stay frozen several hours.
After defrosting, plug in freezer. Follow direc-
To clean your freezer:
trons for “Setting the Cold Control.” page 3
0 Unplug it.
Part
Removable sliding
basket
Outside
What to use How to clean
Mild detergent and
l Wash with warm water and a mild detergent
warm water.
l Rinse and dry.
Sponge. cloth or
l Wash with warm water and a mild detergent.
paper towel; mild
l Rinse and dry
detergent, warm water
l Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers.
Waxlng is recommended in high humidity areas. Use a good auto
paste wax or an appliance wax on painted metal surfaces. Do not
use on plastic because lt may damage these parts.
Inside walls Plastic scraper, pans
of hot water, electric
fan, sponge or towel,
baking soda, warm
water.
l Use plastic scraper to remove frost.
l Place pans of hot water in freezer with lid
open to speed melting. Directing air from an
electric fan into the freezer will also help.
l Remove defrost water with towel or sponge.
l Wash with solution of 2 tablespoons (26 g]
baking soda to 1 quart (95 L) warm water.
l Rinse and dry.
DO NOT USE an ice pick, knife or other sharp-pointed tool or any tvpe o?
elect& defroster to defrost freezer. They can cause damage to the liner
and interlor parts.
Lid gasket Sponge, soft cloth or
paper towel; mild
detergent, warm
water.
l Wash with mild detergent and warm water.
l Rinse and dry.
DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or
cleansers containing petroleum on plastic parts.
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4

Freezing food in your freezer
When freezer has cooled to a safe storage
temperature, it may be loaded with troren
food.
When you plan to freeze unfrozen food,
see the following chart for the amount to
freeze at one tlme.
POUNDS OF FOOD
TO FREEZE AT ONE TIME*
Size of Meat or Vegetables
Freezer Fish or Fruit
6 cu. ft. 12 Ibs. 18 Ibs.
(170 L) (5.4 kg) (8.1 kg)
9 cu. ft. 18 Ibs. 27 Ibs.
(255L) (8.1 kg) (12.2 kg)
.These amounts are based on USDA recom-
mendations. If too many packages of un-
frozen food are packed at one time into the
freezer, the rate of freezing is 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 carefully to keep moisture
in and air out.
Freezer burn can result if food is not prop-
erly wrapped. When this happens food de-
hydrates and is of poor quality.
To wrap foods:
1. Cut sheet of wrapping material about one-
third longer than distance around food to
be wrapped. Place wrapping sheet on
flat surface with food in center of sheet.
2. Bring front and back of wrapping to-
gether and fold in toward food, making at
least two one inch (2.5 cm) folds until food
fits tightly against wrapping.
3. Crease ends close to food to eliminate air
pockets.
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 packaging meats that have not
been boned, pad sharp edges with extra
wrap or use stockinette to protect against
tearing or puncturing.
5

Use heavy-duty aluminum freezer foil, kraft
paper with cellophane bonded to it, special
freezer bags, jars, cartons and freezer seal-
ing 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
freezlng.
loading...
1. Before freezing large quantities of food,
turn Cold Control to highest position and
let freezer operate for several hours.
2. To speed freezing, place unfrozen pack-
ages near a side wall. Leave space be-
tween packages.
3. Add more unfrozen food after first load is
frozen (approximately 18 to 24 hours).
Stack frozen packages in center of freezer.
4. After all food is frozen, return Cold Control
to the usual setting.
After food is frozen, stack packages any-
where in the freezer. Packages should not
extend above the cabinet edge or they may
keep the lid from closing and sealing
properly.
Foods to be frozen near side wall
Packages already frozen
Energy Saving Tips...
l Check lid gasket and level cabinet to as-
sure a good lid seal.
l Keep lid openings to a minimum. Remove
several items at one time. Keep contents
organized to eliminate searching.
l Fill to capacity. Follow recommended pro-
cedures for freezing foods.
l Do not let frost build up to more than l/4 inch
[6 mm] thick
l Set Cold Control to provide temperatures
around 0°F [ 17.8”C). There is no need to
store foods below 0°F.
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 and defrost. See “Cleaning your freezer,”
page 4.
4. Place blocks between lid and cabinet for air
circulation. Tape in place with self-adhesive
filament tape.
if you move the freezer:
l Remove the sliding basket.
l Do not place objects inside or on top of cabinet.
l Level properly to insure good door seal.
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If you need service or
1. Before calling for asslsfance.. .
Performance problems often result from little things
you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
If electricity goes off:
Learn how long power will be off by calling the
power company.
1. If service is to be interrupted 24 hours or less,
keep freezer closed. Most food will stay frozen.
2. If service is to be interrupted longer than 24
hours, do this:
(a) Remove all frozen food and store in a fro-
zen food locker. Or...
(b) Place dry ice on top of food, using as large
pieces as possible. Protect your hands with
gloves when using dry ice.
[c) If neither food locker storage nor dry ice is
available, use or can perishable food at
once.
3. The length of time food will stay frozen de-
pends on several factors. For instance: a full
freezer will remain cold longer than a freezer
only 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 af-
fected. Use this food as soon as convenient. If
the condition of the food is poor or is any way
questionable, it is wise to dispose of it.
If freezer stops running:
1. Check to see if power cord is plugged into
the outlet.
2. Check fuse box or circuit breaker.
3. Check electric company for a power failure.
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 or if room is hot, motor
will run longer to provrde correct amount of
cooling.
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 cab-
inet may feel warm.
If frost builds up on the trim ship around top of
cabinet:
1. Check the fit of the lid to make sure it is seal-
ing. With the lid closed, press down firmly on
the edges or at the center of the lid. This pres-
sure will cause the fle,xible lid to fit flat against
the cabinet and seal.
2. Do not open or close the lid by grasping a
corner. Use the handle.
2. If you need assistance* ...
Call Whlrlpool COOL-LINE . service asrls-
tance telephone number. Dial free from:
Contlnentai U.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . [phone]
Michigan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [phone]
Alaska & Hawall . . . . . . . . . . . [phone]
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 com-
pany in your area.

3. If you need service* ...
Whirlpool has a na-
tionwide network of
A franchised TECH-CARE E
Service Companres.
TECH-CARE service
technicrans are trained
to fulfill the product
warranty and provide
after-warranty servrce,
anvwhere in the United
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:
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MAJOR-SERVICE 6 REPAIR MAJOR-REPAIRING 6 PARTS
WHIRLPOOLAPPLIANCES
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4. If you have a problem*...
Call our COOL-LINE service assistance telephone
number [see Step 2) and talk with one of our Consul-
tants, or if you prefer. write to:
Mr Robert F Gunts, 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. j
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