Whirlpool EV15HK User's Manual
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1. lt Whirlpool NO FROST UPRIGHT FREEZER Model EV15HK Fre Refrigerator Fre Ice Makers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Please read this Use and Care Guide before you do anything else This booklet tells you how to start your freezer clean it and adjust controls Treat your new freezer with care Use it only to do what home freezers are designed to do Parts and features i NN LU Light Temperature TM Control mi 2 Position i Top Shelf Power Saving a Control ae ee cs tees M b 4L Juice Can Bw M EIS i Shelves Slide Out Adjustable Shelves ore lt n eee Key Eject E Feo Re SSS Lock Defrost Pan Not Shown i aeneus EM rere Stationary Door Shelves Basket Model and ee Signal Light Copy vo ir Model and Serial Numbers here J nied e tvice or call with a question dies Cho ot cost tegdy Model Number 1 Complete voce and Serial Numbers from the tale G na lx T 2 ase fate tror sales slip Cop this ornat on in these spaces Keep this DOOk our varranty and sales slip together in a Purchase Date handy mac There is no warranty registration to re turn Proof c purchase is all that is required for in Serial Number warranty ser ice Service Company and Telephone Number Contents SAFETY FIRST BEFORE YOU2. damage brush Slide freezer out away from wall Wash defrost pan with warm water and mild detergent Do not remove defrost pan to clean e Rinse and ary e Make sure defrost drain tube points into pan e Slide freezer back into place Slide freezer out away from the wall Clean dust and lint from condenser coils behind The freezer at least every other month When freezer has cooled to a safe storage temperature itmay be loaded with frozen food When you plan to freeze unfrozen food see the following chart for the amount to freeze at one time POUNDS OF FOOD TO FREEZE AT ONE TIME These amounts are based on USDA recommer of reez Ng s D0 Slow Poor quatity products resa f Packaging and sealing food Airtight packaging is important in freezing foods Containers and wrappings should be moisture anc vapor proof and packages should be sealed c arefully to keep moisture ir and air Freezer burn can result if food is not properly wrapped When this happens food dehydrates and is of poor auality Freezing food in your freezer gations If to many packages of unfrozer food are packee at one time into the freezer he rate 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 sur face with food in center of sheet 2 Bring front and back of wrapping together an
3. ice bin can also become smaller by evaporation e The ice maker water supply should not be soft ened water The chemicals could damage the ice maker molds e Set Temperature Control to provide temperatures around O F 17 8 C There is no need to store foods below O F e Keep door locked to ensure door closure e Keep Power Saving Control on OFF when humidity is low This freezer is a No Frost model and defrosts automatically Complete cleaning however should be done at least once a year After cleaning 1 Replace shelves and basket 2 Plug in power cord 3 See directions for Setting the Temperature Con trol page 5 To clean 1 Turn Temperature Control to OFF 2 Unplug power cord 3 Take out ali food 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 basket 5 Clean freezer according to the following directions WARNING When moving the freezer wipe up any water that may have spilled from the defrost pan Spilled water can cause slipping and injury im o z 9j lt o c xa m Li m m N m xa o m z m 7 9 lt S S z n o bd re m gt z Cleaning chart Part Removable parts shelves basket etc Outside Inside walls Freezer should be allowed to warm up so cloth won t stick Door liner and gasket Defrost pan behind freezer o
4. Corporation Makers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Automatic Washers Clothes Dryer
5. PLUG IT IN Install Properly Level Freezer TOS Remove Sales Labels Clean Plug ItIn USING YOUR FREEZER MT Setting the Temperaturo Control 3 Pare asks Adjusting the Temperature Control Cooling Freezer First losses The Power Saving Control Removingiand Adjusting Freezer Shelf Adjusting the Freezer Shelves Changing the Light Bulb Removing the Bottom Basket The Key Eject Lock Rs Q Q oO O OO O0101C0 010101 S PS S DS S Co C5 CLEANING YOUR FREEZER FREEZING FOOD IN YOUR FREEZER VACATION AND MOVING CARE IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE The Signal Light Optional Automatic Ice Maker Energy Saving Tips Cleaning Chart Packaging and Sealing Food To Wrap Foods Curs Loading Settee aped Men decis Storing Frozen Pood eos e ere I OO OO OO 00 O OD 0 gt 1 Before Calling for Assistance 2 If You Need Assistance 3 If You Need Service MORTE 4 If You Have aProblem gt 1985 Whirlpool Corporation Safety first Child entrapment and suffocation are not things of the past Junked or abandoned freezers are still dangerous even if they will just sit in the garage a few days If you are getting rid of your old freezer do it safely Please read the enclosed safety sheet from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers Help p
6. The ON OFF lever is a wire signal arm Down for making ice automatically Up to shut off the ice maker e Shake the bin occasionally to keep cubes sepa rated and to obtain increased storage capacity On C W Raise Signal Lower Signal Arm to Stop Ice Maker Arm to Start It Energy saving tips You can help your freezer use less electricity e Check door gasket and level freezer to assure a good door seai Clean the condenser coils regularly Keep door openings to a minimum Remove several items at one time Keep contents organized to elimi nate searching Fill to capacity Follow recommended procedures for freezing foods See pages 9 and 10 Cleaning your freezer e t is normal for ice crescents to be attached by a corner They will break apart easily e You will hear water running when ice maker is working You ll hear ice fall into the bin Don t let these sounds bother you e The ice maker will not operate until the freezer is cold enough to make ice This can take overnight e Because of new plumbing connections the first ice may be discolored or off flavored Discard the first few batches of ice e If you remove the ice bin raise the signal arm to shut off the ice maker When you return the bin push it all the way in and lower the arm to the ON position e If cubes are stored too long they may develop an off flavor like stale water Throw them away They will be replaced Cubes in the
7. condenser located on back of freezer is free of dust and lint e On hot summe days or if room is hot compressor will run longer to provide the correct amount of cooling e f large amounts of unfrozen food have been put into the freezer compressor will run longer e Check to see that there is enough air circulation space above and in back of the freezer FSF s aregistered trademark of Whespcci Corporation for quauty parts Look for this symbol of qualily whenever you need a replocemer pan for your Whirlpoo appilance FSP repiacement pars wil fit right and work right because they are R mae to the same exacting specifications used to c add every new Whirlpool appliance 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool COOL LINE service assistance telephone number Dial free from Continental U S 800 253 1301 Michigan 800 632 2243 Alaska amp Hawaii 800 253 1121 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 company in your area 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a na tionwide network of franchised TECH CARE Service Companies TECH CARE service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate TECH CARE service in your area call our COOL LINE service assistance tele
8. d 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 airfrom package Fold each end over tw ce 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 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 booklet How to Preserve Foods the Modern Way with Your WHIRLPOOL Freezer for complete information and tips on home freezing SLNIH JOVAOLS GOOI SNINVI1D Loading 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 1 Before freezing large quantities of food turn Tem perature Control to highest setting and let freezer operate for several hours After loading all food items return Temperature Control to the usual setting m di Basket Store heavy and bulky packages here Basket should be in place at all times for proper air circulation 2 To speed freezing lay pac
9. ignal Light If the signal light is not glowing immediately check e for power interruption e for an unplugged power cord e for a burned out signal light WARNING To avoid possible shocks first unplug freezer or turn off electricity leadIng to freezer at the main power supply 1 Remove the light shield from the side of the control panel Depress the back of the shield to release the tabs then pull away 2 Replace bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb 3 Replace the light shield Insert the shield tabs in the slots then press the shield to snap into place 4 Plug in power cord or switch on electricity 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 To replace burned out signal light 1 Unplug power cord from outlet 2 Open the freezer door 3 Unplug burned out light and replace with one of same wattage and size Signal light can be ordered from your WHIRLPOOL dealer Part No 1103680 4 Close freezer door and plug power cord into outlet Optional automatic ice maker If you have the automatic ice maker accessory or plan to add one later Part No ECKMF 83 and wiring harness 1103831 there are a few things you will need 1o know e
10. ing it See cleaning instructions on page 7 Plug it in 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle Retaining Clip Freezer Power Plug 3 prong grounding plug Recommended Grounding Method A115 Volt 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 Attach retaining clip over power cord plug from literature package inside the freezer Using your freezer Setting the temperature control Adjusting the temperature control To start turn control to the middle of the dial This Turn control to higher number for colder temper setting is designed to maintain the temperature at atures or near 0 F 17 8 C under normal operating 2 Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures conditions Cooling freezer first 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 1s opened After the cabinet is cooled the compressor will turn ON and OFF as needed to keep the freezer at the
11. kages in a single layer so each rests on the surface of a shelf Leave space between packages 3 Add more unfrozen food after first load is frozen approximately 18 to 24 hours Door storage Store packages on the door sheives behind the retaining bar Juice can shelves Store juice cans on door as shown Vacation and moving care Vacations Arrange for someone to make regular checks of If you move the freezer your freezer to make sure it is operating and electricity 1 Remove shelves and basket has not been interrupted ee ark shut bs ae es binar Do not place objects inside cabinet Shutting off and moving 4 Level properly to ensure good door seal If freezer is shut off for more than 24 hours WARNING 1 Remove and store all food Do not allow children near the freezer when the 2 Unplug freezer door is blocked open They may become in 3 Clean thoroughly See Cleaning your freezer jured or trapped page 7 E When moving the freezer clean up any water 4 Block door open for air circulation Turn lock to that may have spilled from the defrost pan locked position with door open Place blocks be Spilled water can cause slipping and injury tween door and cabinet and tape in place with 10 self adhesive filament tape To restart freezer see Using your freezer page 5 If you need service or assistance we suggest you follow these four steps 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems ofte
12. n result frorn 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 compar y e if service is to De interrupted 24 hours or less keep freezer closea Most food will stay frozen e if service is to oe interrupted longer than 24 hours do this 1 Remove al unfrozen food and store in a frozen food locker OR 2 Place 2 Ibs 0 9 kg of dry ice in freezer for every 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 3 If neither food locker storage or dry ice is avail able use o can perishable food at once e The length of me 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 scan as convenient If the condition of the food is peor or is in any way questionable it is wise to dispose of it If freezer stops running e Check to see if power cord is plugged into the outlet e Check fuse box or circuit breaker e Check elect company for a power failure e Be sure Temperature Control is turned ON If compressor seems to run too long e Check to see that
13. n top of compressor Condenser coils What to use Sponge or cloth mild detergent and warm water Sponge cloth or paper towel mild detergent appliance wax or good auto paste wax How to clean Wash with warm water and a mild detergent e Rinse and dry e Wash with warm water and a mild de tergent Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers e Rinse and ary e 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 plastic parts Waxing painted metal surfaces provides rust protection Sponge soft cloth or paper towel baking soda warm water mild detergent e Wash with warm water and mila detergent OR with solution of 2 tablespoons 26 g baking soda to 1 quart 95 L warm water e Rinse and ary DO NOT USE cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum on plastic because they may damage these parts Sponge soft cloth or paper towel miid deter gent and warm water e Wash with warm water and mild detergent e Rinse and ary DO NOT USE cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum on plastic because they may damage these parts Sponge soft cloth or paper towel miid deter gent and warm water Use vacuum cleaner with brush attachment WARNING Watch out for sharp wire ends at top of condenser coils They can cause injury or
14. phone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS OR WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE lt gt Whirlpool TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple 999 9999 OR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple 999 9999 WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple 999 9999 4 If you have a problem Call our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 and talk with one of our Consultants or if you prefer write to Mr Stephen E Upton Sr Vice President Whirlpool Corporation Administrative Center 2000 US 33 North Benton Harbor MI 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 lion is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance 11 lt gt O gt e z Z U sS z Qo O 2 a m e n c pa m m ie S lt 9 m Oo 70 2 e ea Pa Z ie m lt gt Whirlpool Home 4 Appliances Making your world a little easier Part No 1103667 Rev A Printed in U S A 1985 Whirlpool
15. proper temperature c Z 9 lt Q Cc n i m a m m N m a 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 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 Removing and adjusting the top freezer shelf To remove shelf 1 Lift front then back off supports 2 Replace in reverse order o adjust shelf Remove shelf Remove supports by sliding upwards Replace supports on desired level Replace shelf Shelf Support b u N T Adjusting the freezer shelves To remove shelf 1 Remove food from shelf 2 Slide shelf stra ght out to stop Guide Stop 3 Lift front 4 Slide the rest f the way out Shelf Stop To replace shelf Fit back of shelf on top of guides with wire stops on bottom of gui jes 2 Lift front ther slide shelf until it ciears the guide stops Shelf Guide Changing the light bulb Removing the bottom basket To remove Lift front of basket out of supports Lift the Front 2 Pull out Then Pull Out To replace Position back of basket on the rear wall supports 2 Lower front into place The key eject lock can helo reduce the hazard of child entrapment The signal light automatically warns of any unexpected power failure S
16. reezer i o be in a corner you might want to leave extra space on the hinge side so the door can be opened wider The four bolts nat heid your freezer in the shipping crate are designed to be the levelling legs Screw the legs far enough into the bolt holes in each of the four bottom corners so the freezer stands about nch S cm off the floor Level freezer so the door will stay open at any position This freeze nas 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 frort legs to level the freezer To raise front turn legs clockwise To lower front turn legs counterclockwise 4 Check with level 5 After freezer is fully loaded recheck with level 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 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 surface finish NOTE DO NOT REMOVE the Tech Sheet fas tened under the freezer at the front Clean it Clean your freezer before us
17. revent accidents Before you plug it in IMPORTANT Before using your freezer you are personally re sponsible for making sure that it e is installed and levelled on a floor that will hold the weight and in an area suitable for its size and use e is connected only to the right kind of outlet with the right electrical supply and grounding Refer to your Electrical Requirements and Grounding nstructions e is used only for jobs expected of home freezers e is not near an oven radiator or other heat source is properly maintained e is out of the weather e is used in an area where the room temperature will not exceed 110 F 43 3 C is not run where there are explosive fumes is not used by those who may not understand how it should be used e is not loaded with food before it has time to get properly cold c m a O Aa m c Z 2j L gt ps e Z g mn m 2 x m 22 e d gt ri rm 3 Install properly fs 3 inches Check the strength of the floor It should hoid the weight of a fully loaded freezer Pick a safe place indoors away from in flammables such as gasoline Allow 3 inches 7 5 cm airspace on top of freezer for proper ve tiiation Allow at lecst an cnch 2 5 cm between the freezer cond rser on the back cf the unit and the wall Allow gt inch 2 amp cm on each side cf the freezer for ease of in allation If the f
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