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Pleaseread this
Useand Care Guide
before you do anything else...
This booklet tells you how to start your freezer,
clean it and adiust controls.
Treat your new treezer with care. Use it only to
do what home treezers are designed to do.
Parts and features
Interior ,-
light
Temperature y
Control
Power Saving
Control
Model and
;;;;I Number
- Basket Shelf
Juice Can
/ Shelves
Key Eject
- lock
Stationary
F Door
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here...
When you need service or call with Q question,
have this information ready:
1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers (from the
label located as shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Copy this informution in these spaces. Keep this
book. your warranty and sales slip together in a
handy place.
Please complete and mall the Owner Regls-
tratlon cord tumlshed with thls product.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Compony and Telephone Number
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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
BEFOREUSING YOUR FREEZER... . . . .
1. Clean It . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Remove Sales Labels .
3. Plug It In . . . . .
4. Install Properly . . .
5. Level Freezer . . .
USING YOUR FREEZER. .
Setting the Temperature Control .
Adjusting the Temperature Control
Cooling Freezer First.. . . . . . . . , .
The Power Saving Control . . . . .
Adjusting the Basket Shelf . . . , .
Adjusting the Freezer Shelves . . .
Changing the Light Bulb . . . . . . .
Removing the Freezer Basket . . . . .
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The Key Eject Lock .................. 6
The Signal Light ..................... 6
Energy Saving Tips .................. 7
CLEANING YOUR FREEZER
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Cleaning Chart ..................... 8
FREEZINGFOOD IN YOUR FREEZER
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Packaging and Sealing Food ....... 9
To Wrap Food ....................... 9
Loading ............................ 10
Storing Frozen Food ................. 10
VACATION AND MOVING CARE........ 10
Vacations ........................... 10
Shutting Off and Moving ............. 10
IF YOU NEEDSERVICEOR ASSISTANCE. 11
WHIRLPOOL DOMESTIC
FREEZERWARRANTY ................... 12
01989 Whirlpool Corporation
Important safetyinstructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your
freezer, follow basic precautions including the following:
It is your responsibility to be sure your
freezer:
l is installed and leveled on a floor that will
hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its
size and use.
l Read all Instructions before using the
freezer.
l Child entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or aban-
doned freezers are still dangerous...even if
they will “just sit in the garage a few days!’
If you are gefflng rid of your old freezer, do l is connected only to the right kind of outlet,
it safely. Please read the enclosed safety with the right electrical supply and ground-
booklet from the Association of Home ing. (Refer to the Electrical Requirements and
Appliance Manufacturers. Help prevent Grounding Instructions Sheet.)
accidents. l is used only to do what home freezers are
l Never allow children to operate, play with, designed to do.
or crawl inside the freezer. l is not near an oven, radiator or other heat
source.
l Never clean freezer parts with flammable
fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard
or explosion.
9FORYOURSAFETY.
DO NOT STOREOR USEGASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE
VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHERAPPLIANCE.
THEFUMESCAN CREATEA FIREHAZARD OR
EXPLOSION.
l is properly maintained.
l is out of the weather.
l is used in an area where the temperature
will not exceed 110°F(43.3”).
l is not used by anyone unable to operate it
properly
l is not loaded with food before it has time to
get properly cold.
- SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS -

Before using your freezer
1. Clean it...
Clean your freezer before using it.See cleaning
instructions on page 7.
2. 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
(1teaspoon detergent in 1quartwarm water) be-
fore removing glue as described in step 1.
DO NOT-USErubbing alcohol or flammable or
toxic solvents, such as acetone, gasoline, car-
bon tetrachloride, etc. These can damage the
surface finish.
NOTE: DO NOT REMOVE the Tech Sheet fas-
tened under the freezer at the front.
3. Plug it in...
S-prong groundlng
type wall receptacle
Retalnlng Clip
Freezer /
Power Plug groundlng plug
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115Volt, 60 Hz.,AC only 15or 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.
Attach retaining clip over power cord plug from
literature package inside the freezer.
4. Install properly...
1. Check the strength of the floor. It should hold the
weight of a fully loaded freezer.
2. Allow 3 inches (7.5 cm] air space on top of
freezer for proper ventilation.
3. Allow at least an inch (2.5 cm] between the
freezer condenser, on the back of the unit, and
the wall.
4. AllowY2 inch (1.25cm] on each side of the freezer
for ease of installation.
5. If the freezer isto be in a corner, you might want
to leave extra space on the hinge side so the
door can be opened wider.
5. Level freezer...
so the door will stay open at any position.
Thisfreezer has 2 threaded leveling legs that are
shipped in a separate package.
1. Screw these legs all the way into bolt holes in the
bottom front corners of the freezer.
2. Slide the freezer into place.
3. Adjust front legs to level the freezer.
- To raise corners, turn legs in direction shown.
- To lower corners, turn legs in direction shown.
4. Check with level.
5. After freezer is fully loaded, recheck with level.
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Using your freezer
Setting the temperature control... Adjusting the temperature control...
To start, turn control to the middle of the dial. This
setting is designed to maintain the temperature at
or near 0°F (- 17.8 “C) under normal operating
conditions.
1, Turn control to higher number for colder temper-
atures.
2. Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures.
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
temperature and the number of times the freezer
door is opened.
After the cabinet is cooled, the comoressor will
turn CN and OFF as needed to keep the freezer at
the proper temperature.
The Power Saving Control...
operates electric heaters, These heaters help pre-
vent moisture from forming on the outside of the
freezer when humidity is high.
I. Use the OFF setting to save energy when humidity is
low
2. Use the ON setting only if moisture forms on the out-
side of the freezer.
Adjusting the basket shelf...
To remove basket shelf:
1. Remove food from basket.
2. Slide basket straight out to the stop.
3. Lift front.
.
4. Slide the rest of the way out.
To replace basket shelf:
1. Fit back of basket shelf on top of guide stops on
bottom of guides.
2. Lift front, then slide the basket until it clears the
guide stops.
bShelf Guide
Adjusting the freezer shelves...
To remove shelf:
1. Remove food from shelf.
2. Slide shelf straight out to the stop.
3. Lift front.
4. Slide the rest of the way out.
To replace shelf:
I, Fit back of shelf on top of guides with wir
bottom of guides.
2. U#t&ont, then slide shelf until it clears

Changing the light bulb...
Before removing a light bulb, either unplug
the freezer or disconnect the electricity
1 ,,.i., Elect;~Shock Ha,.,, (
leadmg to the freezer at the maln power sup-
ply. Shock and injury can occur if electricity
1. Disconnect freezer from power supply.
2. Remove the light shield from the side of the con-
trol panel. Depress the back of the shield to re-
lease the tabs, then pull away.
3. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance
bulb.
4. Replace the light shield. Insert the shield tabs in
the slots, then press the shield to snap into place.
5. Reconnect power supply.
Removing the freezer basket.. .
For proper air movement, keep the freezer basket
in place when the freezer isoperating.
To remove the basket:
l Slide out to the stop.
l Lift the front to clear the stop.
l Slide out the rest of the way.
To replace the basket:
l Place basket on the slides.
l Make sure the wire stops
clear the front of theslides.
l Slide basket in.
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.
The signal light...
automatically warns of any unexpected
power failure.
-- Slgnal Light
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Ifthe signal light isnot glowing, immediately check:
0 for power interruption,
l for an unplugged power cord,
l for a burned out signal light.
To replace burned out slgnal Ilght:
I. Unplug power cord from outlet.
2. Open the freezer door.
3. Unplug burned out light and replace with one of
same waltage and size. Signal light can be or-
dered from your WHIRLPOOL dealer, Part No.
1103639.
4. Close freezer door and plug power cord into outlet.
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Energy saving tips...
You can help your freezer use less electricity
l Check door gasket and level freezer to assure a
good door seal.
l Clean the condenser coils regularly.
l Keep door openings to a minimum. Remove several
items at one time. Keep contents organized to elimi-
nate searching.
l Fill to capacity Follow recommended procedures
for freezing foods. See pages 9 and 10.
l Set Temperature Control to provide temperatures
around 0°F ( -17.8”C). There isno need to store foods
below 0°F.
l Keep door locked to ensure door closure.
l Keep Power Saving Control on OFF when humidity is
low.
Cleaning your freezer
This freezer is a No-Frost model and defrosts automatically. Complete
cleaning, however, should be done at least once a year
To clean:
1. Turn Temperature Control to OFF.
2. Unplug power cord
3. Take out all food
After cleaning:
I, Replace shelves and trivet.
2. Plug in power cord.
3. See directions for “Setting the Temperature Control:’
Note: Wrap frozen foods and packages in several
layers of newspaper and cover with a blanket. Food
will stay frozen for several hours.
4. Remove shelves and trivet.
5. Clean freezer according to the following directions.
page 5.
Personal Injury Hazard
When moving the freezer, wipe up any water
that may have spilled from the defrost pan.
Spilled water can cause slipping and per-
sonal injury.

Cleaning chart...
Part What to use How to clean
Removable parts
Sponge or cloth; mild
l Wash with warm water and a mild detergent.
(shelves, basket, etc.) raEyt and warm l
Rinse and dry
Outside Sponge, cloth or paper
l Wash with warm water and a mild de-
towel; mild detergent; tergent.
Do not use abrasive or harsh
appliance wax [or good
cleansers.
auto paste wax).
l Rinse and dry
l Wax painted metal surfaces at least
twice a year with appliance wax or a
good auto paste wax. Apply wax with
a clean, soft cloth. Do not use wax
on plasttc parts.
Waxing palnted metal surfaces provides rust protection.
Inside walls
Sponge, soft cloth or
l Wash with warm water and mild detergent;
(Freezer should be
paper towel; baking
OR with solution of 2 tablespoons (26 g] baking
allowed to warm
soda, warm water, soda to 1quart [.95 L) warm water
up so cloth won’t stick.) mild detergent.
l Rinse and dry
DO NOT USEcleanlng waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches
or cleansers contalnlng petroleum on plasttc because they may
damage these parts.
Door liner and gasket
Sponge, soft cloth or
l Wash with warm water and mild detergent
paper towel; mild deter- * Rinse and dry
gent and warm water
DO NOT USEcleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches
or cleansers containing petroleum on plastic because they may
damage these parts.
Defrost pan (behlnd
freezer on top of
compressor)
Sponge, soft cloth or
l Slide freezer out away from wall.
paper towel; mild deter- * Wash defrost pan with warm water and mild
gent and warm water. detergent.
Do not remove defrost pan to
clean.
l Rinse and dry
l Make sure defrost drain tube points into pan.
l Slide freezer back into place.
Condenser COBS
Use vacuum cleaner
with brush attachment.
l Slide freezer out away from the wall.
l Clean dust and lint from condenser coils behind
the freezer at least every other month
Personal Injury
Hazard
Be careful of sharp
wire ends at top of
condenser coils.
They can cause
personal Injury or
damage brush
attachment.
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Freezing food in your freezer
To wrap food...
When freezer has cooled to a safe storage
temperature, it may be loaded with trozen food.
When you plan to freeze untroten food, see
the following chart for the amount to freeze at
one ttme.
POUNDS OF FOOD
TO FREEZEAT ONETIME’
Size of Meat or Vegetables
Freezer Fish or Fruit
18 cu. ft. 36 Ibs. 54 Ibs.
t.54 Ll (16.2 kg.) (24.3 kg.]
-These amounts are based on USDA recommen-
datrons If too many packages of unfrozen food
are packed at one time Into the freezer, the rate
of freezlng IStoo slow Poor quality products result
Packaging and sealing food...
Airtight packaging is important in freezing
foods. Containers and wrapprngs 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 properly
wrapped. When this happens, food dehydrates
and is of poor quality
1. 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.
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
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: Pad sharp edges of meat with bones
with extra wrap to protect the wrap from
punctures.
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 the “Freezer Guide” for complete Intor-
mutton and tlps on home freezlng.
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Loading...
1. Before freezing large quantities of food, turn Tem-
perature Control to highest setting and let freezer
operate for several hours Afler loading all toad
ltems, return Temperature Control to the usual
Storing frozen food...
After food is frozen, stack packages anywhere
in the freezer. Packages should not extend be-
yond the shelf edge or they may keep the door
from closing and sealing properly.
2. To speed freezing, lay packages in a single layer
so each rests on the surface of a shelf. Leave space
between packages.
Baskei
Basket should be in place at all times for proper
air circulation.
t- Store heavy and bulky packages here.
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3. Add more unfrozen food after first load is /
frozen [approximately 18 to 24 hours).
Door storage - Store packages on the door
shelves behind the retalnlng bar.
Juice can shelves - Store juice cans on door as
shown.
Vacation and moving care
Vacations...
Arrange for someone to make regular checks of
your freezer to make sure it isoperating and electricity
has not been interrupted.
Shutting off and moving...
It freezer Is shut off tar more than 24 hours:
1. Remove and store all food
2. Unplug freezer.
3. Clean thoroughly. See “Cleaning your freezer,”
page 7.
4. Block door open for air circulation. Turn lock to
locked position with door open. Place blocks be-
tween door and cabinet and tape in place with
self-adhesive filament tape.
To restart freezer, see “Using your freezer;’ page 5.
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If you move the fC8ezer:
1. Remove shelves and trivet.
2. Tape doors shut.
3. Do not place obJects lnslde cabinet.
4. Level properly to ensure good door seal.
Personal Injury Hazard
l Do not allow children near the refrigerator
when the doors are blocked open. They
may become injured or trapped.
l When moving the freezer, wipe up any
water that may have spilled tram the de-
frost pan. Spilled water can cause slipping
and personal injury.

If you needserviceor assistance,wesuggest
you follow thesefive steps:
1, Before calling for assistance... 3. If you need sewice*...
Performance problems often result from little things
you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
It the electrlcw goes off:
Learn how long the power will be off by calling the
power company.
l If service is to be interrupted 24 hours or less, keep
the freezer closed. Most food will stay frozen.
l If service is to be interrupted longer than 24 hours,
do this:
1.
2.
3.
Remove all unfrozen food and store in a frozen
food locker OR...
Place 2 Ibs. (0.9 kg) of dry ice in freezer for even/
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 neither food locker storage or dry ice is avail-
able, use or can perishable food at once.
l 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.
It your treezer stops running:
l Isthe power supply cord plugged into a live circuit
with the proper voltage? (See page 4.)
l Have you checked your home’s main fuses or circuit
breaker box?
l Is the Temperature Control turned ON?
It the compressor seems to run too long:
l Isthe condenser, located on the back of the freezer,
free of dust and lint?
l Isthere enough air circulation space above and in
back of the freezer?
l On hot summer days or if the room is hot, the com-
pressor will run longer to provide the correct amounl
of cooling.
l If large amounts of unfrozen food have been pul
into the freezer, the compressor will run longer.
2. If you need assistance?..
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ service assist-
ance telephone number. Dial free from any-
where in the U.S.:
l-800-253-1301
and talk with one of our trained Consultants, The Con-
sultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory
operation from your appliance or, if service is neces-
sary, recommend a qualified service company in
your area.
Whirlpool has a na-
tionwide network of
franchised TECH-CARE@
- Service Companies.
to fulfill the product
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 - HOUSEHOLD- ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES-
MAJOR-SERVICE A REPAIR MAJOR - REPAIRING 6 PARTS
OR
WASHING MACHINES, DRYERS
6 IRONERS - SERVICING
WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES
FRANCHISED TECH-CARE SERVICE
SERVICE COMPANIES
XYZ SERVICE CO
123 Maple 999.9999
4. If you havea 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. Donald Skinner
Director of Customer Relations
Whirlpool Corporation
2000 M-63
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
Please include a daytime phone number in your
correspondence.
5. If you need FSP”
replacement parts%.
FSPisa registered trademark of Whirlpool Corpora-
tion for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality
whenever you need a replacement part for your
Whirlpool appliance, FSP replacement parts will fit
right and work right, because they are made to the
same exacting specifications used to build every new
Whirlpool appliance.
To locate FSPreplacement parts in your area, refer
to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool COOL-LINE serv-
ice assistance number in Step 2.
*If you must call or write, please provide: model
number, serial number, date of purchase, and a com-
plete description of the problem. This information is
needed in order to better respond to your request for
assistance.

Whirlpool” DomesticFreezerWarranty
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LENGTH OF WARRANTY
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
FULL TEN YEAR WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects
in maierials or workmanship.
FSP” replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in
materials or workmanship In the sealed refrigeration system.
These parts are:
1. Compressor
2. Evaporator
3. Condenser
4. Drier
5. Connecting tubing
WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR
A. Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of the freezer.
2. Instruct you how to use the freezer.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4. Replace light bulbs or batteries.
8. Pick up and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home.
C. Damage to freezer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of
products not approved by Whirlpool.
D. Food loss coverage for freezers used in commercial applications.
Limited domestic food loss coverage. See below for details on limited domestic food loss prelection
plan. Service under the full warranties must be provided by an authorized Whirlpools’ service company.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages
so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Outside Ihe United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your authorized
Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.
LIMITED DOMESTIC FOOD LOSS COVERAGE REIMBURSEMENT FOR FOOD LOSSES
During the first year of ownership, the Whirlpool Freezer warranty provides reimbursement as outlined
below for food actually spoiled while stored in the freezer as a result of defects in materials or workmanship.
During the second through tenth years of ownership, reimbursement will be made as outlined below for
food actually spoiled while stored in the freezer as a result of a FAILURE OF THE SEALED
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM.
Food spoilage losses must be verified by Whirlpool or an authorized Whirlpool’” service company.
Reimbursement of loss will be based on domestic use and freezer size up to the total cumulative amount
shown for the ten year warranty period
9.9 cu. ft. or smaller up to $ 75.00 maximum payment
lO.Ocu.ft.to16.0cu.R. ,.._...,,,,,,.,,..,,...._,_____._..__. upto$125.00maximumpayment
16.1 cu.H.andlarger ._. . . ..___.... .._. ,, ,...,., . . ., upto$200.00maximumpayment
The reimbursement amounts shown are representative for the contents of typical freezers by size and
may or may noi cover the actual replacement costs of the contents of your freezer. They are the maximum
amounts, however, that will be paid and they are cumulative for the ten year warranty period.
Sorry, but Whirlpool is not responsible for food losses caused by natural spoilage, misuse or negligent care
of the freezer, or by accidental or intentional disconnecting of the electric power cord, power interruption,
inadequate power, fire damage, waler damage, theft, or riots, strikes, war or acts of God.
lf you need service, first see the “Service and Assistance” section of your freezer Use and Care Guide.
Afler checking “Service and Assistance:’ additional help can be found by calling our COOL-LINE@ service
assistance telephone number, l-800-253-1301, from anywhere in the U.S.
01990 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A.