Whynter CUF-110B Use and Care Manual
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1. on its side or 45 or more off level Never pull the power cord to disconnect the unit from an outlet Grasp the plug directly and pull it from the outlet This upright freezer is designed for non commercial use only Do not plug this upright freezer into the power socket before setup is completed The power cord should be secured behind the unit and should not be left exposed or dangling Do not move this upright freezer without securing the door Performance may vary based on operational and ambient conditions ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS DANGER Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Never remove the grounding prong from the plug We strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However if you must use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes minimum and 120 volts Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire electrical shock or death Before you move your upright freezer into its final location it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection e A standard electrical supply 115V 60Hz 10A properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances is required e tis recommended that a separate circuit serving only your upright freezer be provi2. causing cooling frost or moisture problems It is very important that the upright freezer is level in order to function properly Note The leveling foot under the door hinge is smaller than the other leveling foot We recommend using a carpenter s level to check the machine 1 Place a carpenter s level on top of the product to see if the upright freezer is level from front to back and side to side 2 Adjust the height of the feet as follows e Turn the leveling feet to the right to lower that side of the upright freezer e Turn the leveling feet to the left to raise that side of the upright freezer Reversing the Door Swing Tools needed Flathead screwdriver Phillips screwdriver DOWN Note To avoid injury to yourself and property we recommend someone assist you during the door reversal process This appliance has the capability of the door opening from either the left or right side Please ensure the appliance is unplugged and empty To take the door off it is necessary to tilt the appliance backward You should rest the appliance on something solid e g chair just below the top panel so you can access the bottom of the upright freezer DO NOT lay the appliance completely flat as this may damage the coolant system 1 Start by removing the bottom hinge from the bottom of the freezer Unscrew the two screws from the bottom hinge Remove the foot from opposite side Slide the door down away from the hinge pin locate
3. close the door as soon as possible 11 TROUBLESHOOTING Many common upright freezer problems are easily resolved Try the troubleshooting suggestions below to see if the problems can be resolved before having to contact the service department Possible Cause Probable Correction The machine won t operate Noise during operation The upright freezer does not cool sufficiently Foods defrosting Excessive frost buildup Freezer external surface is warm Moisture forms on inside freezer walls Odors in freezer The upright freezer is unplugged The fuse is blown The upright freezer power switch is OFF The feet are not leveled and locked Certain sounds are normal Door being opened frequently Door left open for a while Not enough adequate clearance Upright Freezer is overfilled Ambient temperature is high Unit is OFF Freezer is unplugged The fuse is blown circuit breaker is tripped Door is open Too frequent or too long door openings Door lid left open too frequent or too long door openings High humidity The external freezer walls can be as much as 30 F warmer than room temperature Weather is hot and humid which increases internal rate of frost buildup Door may not be seating properly Door is kept open too long or is opened too frequently Interior needs to be cleaned Food with strong odors are in the freezer Plug the upright freezer in Replace fuse Turn the upright freezer power on b
4. e When installing the upright freezer under a counter follow the recommended spacing dimensions shown e This unit MUST be installed in an area protected from the elements e g wind rain water spray or drips Do NOT use the upright freezer in an outdoor setting e The upright freezer should not be located next to ovens grills or other high heat resources Too much humidity in the air will cause frost to form quickly on the evaporator requiring more frequent defrosting of the upright freezer e The upright freezer must be installed with all electrical requirements followed e The unit should be located on a hard and level surface that can support the unit when it is full It is important for the upright freezer to be level in order to work properly If needed you can adjust the height of the upright freezer by turning the feet See the Leveling the Upright Freezer section e Astandard electrical supply 115 VAC only 60 Hz 10A properly grounded in accordance with National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances is required 6 e IMPORTANT Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord between the upright freezer and a wall or cabinet Leveling the upright freezer It is important for the upright freezer to be leveled in order to work properly It can be raised or lowered by turning the two feet on the bottom of the machine If the upright freezer is not leveled during installation the doors may not close or seal properly
5. the food by packing it into separate meal portions and not in bulk form Never put hot or warm food into the upright freezer Prior to storing frozen food pack it in plastic bags aluminum sheets or freezing containers and place into the upright freezer Note Never put bottled food or drinks in the upright freezer compartment For best performance leave enough space inside the freezer compartment for air to circulate around the packages CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING A Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations make sure the power line of the unit is disconnected Do not touch the power plug when your hands are wet Never unplug the unit by pulling on the plug Defrosting Note To avoid damaging the freezing compartment wall never use a sharp or metallic instrument to scrape off frost or separate the frozen food Moisture contained in food and air may form a layer of frost inside the unit after a period of use It is highly recommend that the unit is defrosted when frost becomes thick The defrosting process for this unit is operated manually For complete defrosting 1 Turn the temperature control knob to OFF and unplug from wall socket 2 Remove all food and place it in insulated bags picnic cooler etc 3 With the door open place a pot of hot water to speed the loosening of the frost Remove large pieces of before they melt 4 Sponge excess water from the bottom of the freezer as it collects to
6. CREATE A FIRE HAZARD DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR ANY OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE THE FUMES CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Read all of the instructions before using this appliance When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following Do not use if the power supply cord is damaged If damaged it must be replaced by qualified technician electrician Ensure the upright freezer is unplugged before cleaning or if not in use To clean the upright freezer use only mild detergents or glass cleaning products Never use harsh chemicals or solvents Do not use this upright freezer with an extension cord or power strip Please ensure that the appliance is plugged directly into the electrical outlet Close the upright freezer door immediately after opening Avoid placing the upright freezer near external heat sources or direct sunlight Make sure the upright freezer is placed on a flat level and solid surface Make sure that the surface on which the upright freezer is placed is strong enough to hold the unit when it is full The upright freezer is an electrical appliance To avoid serious injury from electrical shock do not operate the upright freezer with wet hands while standing on a wet surface or while standing in water Do not expose this appliance to rain or excessive moisture Do not turn the upright freezer upside down
7. WHYNTER 1 1 cu ft UPRIGHT FREEZER MODEL CUF 110B Instruction Manual ENERGY STAR Congratulations on your new WHYNTER product To ensure proper operation please read this Instruction Manual carefully before using this product Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference TABLE OF CONTENTS co S o N Part and Features 3 Safety Precautions 4 Electrical Requirements 5 Installation 6 Leveling the upright freezer 7 Reversing the door swin Operation 9 Defrosting 10 Cleaning and maintenance 10 11 Energy Saving Tips 11 Troubleshooting 12 Warranty Information 13 PARTS AND FEATURES OO NOD aS N0 h mb mb N o Cabinet Compressor mounting panel Bottom hinge Door Door seal Powder coated steel wire shelf Leveling leg Smaller bottom hinge leveling leg Top hinge Top hinge cover Thermostat control knob Lock TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY WHEN USING YOUR AWARNINGY FREEZER FOLLOW THESE BASIC PRECAUTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE FREEZER WARNING RISK OF DANGER TO SMALL CHILDREN AND SMALL ANIMALS ENTRAPMENT AND SUFFOCATION DANGER IF NOT PROPERLY SECURED DISPOSED OR ABANDONED APPLIANCES ARE STILL DANGEROUS BEFORE YOU DISPOSE OF YOUR FREEZER REMOVE THE DOOR TO PREVENT CHILDREN FROM CLIMBING INTO THE UNIT NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE PLAY WITH OR CRAWL INTO THE APPLIANCE NEVER CLEAN FREEZER PARTS WITH FLAMMABLE FLUIDS THE FUMES CAN
8. YEAR WHYNTER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE To obtain service or information contact Whynter via email at service whynter com or call 866 WHYNTER Product contents and specifications may change without notice Copyright 2014 Whynter LLC www Whynter com 13
9. d on the top of the door 2 Remove the top hinge cover from door first Then unscrew the two screws from top door hinge and replace on the other side 3 To install the top hinge on the left side of the appliance secure the two screws through the hinge and into the top of the appliance Slide the door back on to the top hinge Ensure the door is face up Replace the top hinge cover on the top hinge by pressing down until it clicks into position 4 Screw the bottom hinge into place on the new side Replace the foot on the other side 5 Ensure the door is aligned horizontally and vertically and that the seal is closed on all sides before finally tightening the bottom hinge Re adjust the leveling feet OPERATION To obtain the best possible results for your upright freezer it is important that it is operated correctly Temperature Control The temperature in the upright freezer is controlled by the thermostat control knob The thermostat control knob is located inside the freezer cabinet To operate this control turn the thermostat control knob up or down to regulate the temperature inside the upright freezer The 1 6 numbers and OFF markings on control knob indicates the different temperature settings Position 1 being the warmest and position 6 being the coldest NOTE The temperature will not go above freezing even when unit is set to 1 setting Normal Sounds Your new upright free
10. ded Use receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain e The fuse or circuit breaker size should be 10 amps Recommended grounding method For your personal safety this appliance must be grounded It is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug To minimize possible shock hazard the cord must be plugged into a mating 3 pronged and grounding type wall receptacle grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances Technical Information Operating Temperature Range Rated Current Volume S Volume TO Cabinet Shelves Total 1 NOTE Technical data and performance information provided for reference only Specifications are subject to change Check the rating label on the upright freezer for the most accurate information INSTALLATION WARNING A Excessive Weight Hazard Two or more people should move and install upright freezer Failure to do so can result in back or other injury Remove packaging materials IMPORTANT Do not remove any permanent instruction labels or the data label on your upright freezer Remove tape and glue from your upright freezer before using e To remove any remaining tape or glue rub the area briskly with your thumb Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers Wipe with warm water and dry e Do not use sharp instruments rubbing alco
11. ery three months NOTE e Care should be taken in moving the freezer away from the wall All types of floor coverings can be damaged particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces e Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces DO NOT touch interior metal surfaces with wet or damp hands e Freezer must be unplugged to avoid electrical hazard from power source when defrosting unit 10 CAUTION The upright freezer must be thoroughly cleaned if it has been left unused for a long time PROLONGED OFF PERIODS If the upright freezer is not to be used for a long period of time please disconnect unit from main power supply Clean and dry the inside as instructed Leave the door open to prevent any mold and mildew growth USAGE TIPS e Keep the upright freezer s door closed as much as possible Try not to open the door too frequently especially when weather is hot and humid e Ensure that the unit has sufficient clearance for ventilation especially behind the unit e For normal household use it is recommended to set the thermostat in the middle setting e Before loading the upright freezer with an item make sure they are cooled to ambient temperature e ce and frost layer increase energy consumption defrost when frost is Ya thick PREPARING FOR VACATION To maintain freezer in operation during vacations be sure your house power is not turned off For extended vacations or absences you may prefer to move your froze
12. hol flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue These products can damage the surface of your upright freezer Cleaning before use After you remove all of the packaging materials clean the inside of your upright freezer before using it see the Usage Tips in the Cleaning and Maintenance section INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Your freezer should be conveniently located for day to day use in a dry well ventilated room Do not install the freezer where the temperature will go below 50 F or above 90 F because it will not maintain proper temperatures Be sure to install your freezer on a floor strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded Free standing installation A free standing installation will allow you to install the upright freezer in any place you desire provided that the required clearance space around the appliance is respected In every setting there must be adequate ventilation and access for service Never install or operate the unit in an enclosed area such as a closed cabinet e Before connecting the upright freezer to the power source let it stand upright for approximately 4 hours This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation e To ensure proper service access and ventilation allow at least 4 clearance at rear and 1 at top and sides The installation should allow the upright freezer to be pulled forward for servicing if necessary
13. ice department along with an explanation of the claim to Whynter LLC Please package the upright freezer carefully in its original packaging material to avoid damage in transit Please retain the original box and packaging material Under this warranty Whynter will repair or replace any parts found defective This warranty is not transferable After the expiration of the warranty the cost of labor and parts will be the responsibility of the original owner of the unit THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER Acts of God such as fire flood hurricanes earthquakes and tornadoes Damage accidental or otherwise to the upright freezer while in the possession of a consumer not caused by a defect in material or workmanship Damage caused by consumer misuse tampering or failure to follow the care and special handling provisions in the instructions Damage to the finish of the case or other appearance parts caused by wear Damage caused by repairs or alterations to the product by anyone other than authorized by the manufacturer Freight and Insurance cost for the warranty service DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE
14. n foods to a storage locker temporarily If your freezer is to be left empty disconnect power cord plug from wall outlet To prevent formation of odors place open box of baking soda in the freezer and leave freezer door open IN CASE OF EXTENDED POWER FAILURE Keep freezer door closed Your freezer will keep food frozen for 24 hours provided warm air is not admitted If freezer is out of operation for 24 hours or more add dry ice Leave ice in large pieces Add more ice as required NOTE Handling of dry ice can cause freezing of the hands gloves or other protection is recommended If dry ice is not available move food to a frozen food locker temporarily until power Is restored ENERGY SAVING TIPS The freezer should be located in the coolest area of the room away from heat producing appliances or heating ducts and out of direct sunlight Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the freezer Overloading the freezer forces the compressor to run longer Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality or spoil Be sure to wrap foods properly and wipe containers dry before placing them in the freezer this cuts down on frost buildup inside the freezer Freezer shelves should not be lined with aluminum foil wax paper or paper toweling Liners interfere with cold air circulation making the freezer less efficient Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches Remove as many items as needed at one time and
15. prevent overflowing 5 After defrosting clean the inside of the freezer by using a soft cloth to wipe away the remaining ice and water see Cleaning Your Freezer 6 Once the compartment is wiped and dry plug in the freezer Return the temperature control knob to its previous position and return food to the freezer NOTE Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process DO NOT pour hot water directly into compartment or heat with hair dryer while defrosting which may warp the inner case Cleaning Your Upright Freezer Keep the finish clean Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with appliance polish wax or mild liquid dishwashing detergent Dry and polish with a clean soft cloth Do not wipe the freezer with a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel Do not use scouring pads powdered cleaners bleach or cleaners containing bleach Inside Clean the inside of your freezer at least once a year It is recommend that the freezer be unplugged before cleaning If this is not practical wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning in the vicinity of switches lights or controls Use warm water and baking soda solution about a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry Do not use cleaning powders or other abrasive cleaners DO NOT wash removable parts in a dishwasher An open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale freezer odors Change the box ev
16. y turning the temperature control knob Level and lock the feet See Leveling the upright freezer see Normal Sounds Refrain from opening the upright freezer door recurrently Make sure to close upright freezer door Follow recommended clearance measurements See Installation Clearances Move the control to a temperature setting Push the plug completely into the outlet Replace fuse or reset the breaker Check to see if an object is holding the door open Check to see if an object is holding the door open This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heat from inside the freezer cabinet This is normal Check door installation Open the door less often Clean interior with sponge warm water and baking soda The following characteristics are normal and should not be looked upon as a problem e A gentle trickling water sound caused by coolant flowing through the pipe e Compressor operating at high temperature 12 ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This Whynter Upright Freezer is warranted to the original owner within the 48 continental states for one year from the date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service Should your upright freezer prove defective within one year from the date of purchase return the defective part or unit freight prepaid within two months of purchase after two months to one year customer will be responsible for freight cost to Whynter s serv
17. zer may make sounds that are not familiar to you Hard surfaces like the floor walls can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are The following describes the kinds of sounds that might be new to you and what may be making them Ratting noises may come from the flow of the refrigerant items stored on top of the upright freezer can also make noises The high efficiency compressor may make a pulsating or high pitched sound As each cycle ends you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your upright freezer A gentle trickling water sound caused by coolant flowing through the pipe ltems stored on top of the upright freezer can also make noises Store Frozen Food When using the upright freezer for the first time or after defrosting turn the temperature control to set 6 for at least two hours before introducing the food to be stored All frozen food products you purchase should be placed in the upright freezer as soon as possible to avoid the frozen food from defrosting Storage recommendation printed on the packaging of frozen food by the manufacturers should be always be followed The maximum amount of food your freezer is designed to freeze at one time is approximately 3 pounds 1 5 kg per cubic foot of freezer capacity Freezing Fresh Food Ensure that your freezing operations are carried out under the most hygienic conditions as freezing alone does not sterilize the food It is advisable to freeze
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