Whirlpool EH270FXK User's Manual
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1. 3 Remove drain cover by pulling out Sponge cloth or e Wash with warm water and a mild paper towel mild detergent detergent warm water e Rinse and dry e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers Waxing is recommended in high humidity areas Use a good auto paste wax oran appliance wax on painted metal surfaces inside walls Plastic scraper pans of e Use plastic scraper to remove frost hot water electric fan e Place pans of hot water in freezer with sponge or towel lid open to speed melting Directing baking soda warm air from an electric fan into the freezer water will also help e Remove defrost water with towel or sponge e Wash with solution of 2 tablespoons 26 g baking soda to 1 quart 95 L warm water e Rinse and dry DO NOT USE an ice pick knife or other sharp pointed tool or any type of electric defroster to defrost freezer They can cause damage to the liner and interior parts Lid gasket and trim Sponge soft cloth or e Wash with mild detergent and warm Strip paper towel mild water detergent warm water e Rinse and dry DO NOT USE cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum on plastic parts Freezing food in your freezer When freezer has cooled to a safe storage temperature it may 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 ONE2. inet may feel warm If frost builds up on the trim strip 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 flexible 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 youneed service If your WHIRLPOOL gt appliance ever needs TECH CARE the United States help is just a phone call away to your nearest Whirlpool franchised meen TECH CARE service Sk RCE representative Whirlpool maintains a nationwide network of franchised TECH CARE service companies to ful fill your warranty and provide after warranty ser vice and maintenance to keep your WHIRLPOOL appliance in peak condition You ll find your nearest TECH CARE service com pany listed in your local telephone book Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR Should you not find a listing dial the Whirlpool COOL LINE service assis tance toll free telephone number Continental U S Dial 800 253 1301 In Michigan Dial 800 632 2243 Alaska and Hawaii Dial 800 253 1124 If you move Jo make sure that your appliance is correctly installed and to insure its continued satisfactory operation please telephone your nearest TECH CARE service company for instal lation or fo get the nam
3. may take up to 6to 8 hours or longer depending on room temperature and the number of times the freezer lid is opened After the cabinet is cooled the compressor will turn on and off as needed to keep freezer at proper temperature 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 Key Eject Lock 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 fora replacement Exterior Signal Light automatically warns of any unexpected power failure If the signal light is not glowing immediately check e for power interruption e the power plug it may be disconnected from the outlet e the warning light it may be burned out To replace burned out signal light 4 Unplug power cord from outlet 2 Carefully snap out light cover and assembly with a screwdriver by inserting it under the end of metal edge of the light Be careful not to chip finish on freezer 3 Unplug burned out signal light and replace with a new one Signal light can be ordered from your Whirlpool dealer 4 Then snap light assembly into pla
4. TIME Size of Meator Vegetables Freezer Fish or Fruit 15 cu ft 30 45 433L 13 5kg 20 3kg 18 cu ft 36 54 519L 16 2kg 243kg 23cu ft 46 69 661L 20 7kg 31kg 27cu ft 54 81 772L 24 3kg 36 5kg 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 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 Crease ends close to food to eliminate air pockets 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 puncturin
5. CHEST FREEZER Models EH150FXK EH180FXK lt gt Whirlpool Shown EH230FXK EH270FXK Use and Care wlock i 3 en _eev signal Light Baskets f Safety First Child entrapment and suffocation are not things of the past Junked or abandoned freezers are still dan gerous 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 book let from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers Help prevent accidents Defrost Water Drain Cover Cold Control 4 Model and Serial Copy Your Model Number Number Plate and Serial Number Here Interior Light When you need service or call with a question have 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 or date installed Purchase Installation Date Copy this information in these spaces Keep this book your warranty and Service Company and Telephone Number sales slip together in a handy place Model Number Serial Number Before you plug it in Before using your freezer you are personally responsible for making sure that it e is installed and leveled 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 ele
6. ached to back of cabinet Clean ili Clean your freezer before using it See clean ing instructions on page 4 Defrost Drain Cover Installing Defrost Drain Cover 1 Remove cover from literature package 2 Check drawing on page one for placement 3 Install cover Plug It In 3 prong grounding _ type wall receptacle ss Freezer power cord i 3 prong grounding plu Recommended Grounding Method A 120 Volt 60 Hz AC only 15 ampere fused electrical supply is required It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appli ance be provided The receptacle shouid not be controlled by a wall switch or pull chain Attach retaining clip over power cord plug from the literature package inside your freezer Do not use an extension cord Using your freezer Setting the Cold Control 4 Insert a coin in the slot of the Cold Control to turn it 2 Turn control to Number 3 This setting will main tain zero zone temperatures under normal op erating Conditions Adjusting Cold Control e Turn control to higher number for colder temperatures e Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures Cooling Freezer First e Allow freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen food e 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
7. ce 5 Plug cord into outlet Replacing Interior Light 1 Unplug freezer 2 Replace bulb with a 15 watt appliance bulb 3 Plug in freezer Sliding Baskets can be moved from side fo side when load ing or unloading food below it The basket also can be lifted out of the freezer completely wo m n me a m Cc 2 zZz 2 lt 0 c nm n a m m N m 5 43733484 ANOA ONISN Cleaning your freezer The freezer should be cleaned when frost has 4 Insert hose adapter provided into drain outlet built up to about 4 inch 6 mm thickness Com 5 Remove rubber stopper from inside bottom of plete defrosting and cleaning should be done at freezer least once a year In high humidity areas a freezer may need more frequent detrosting 6 Place a pan under the drain or attach a hose to the threaded end of the adapter and direct water into a separate drain To clean 7 Clean freezer according to the following 4 Unplug it directions 2 Take out all frozen food and sliding baskets After defrosting Note Wrap frozen foods and packages in sev 1 Remove hose adapter eral layers of newspaper and cover with a blan 2 Replace drain cover and rubber stopper ket Food will stay frozen several hours s 3 Plug in freezer 4 See directions for Setting the Cold Control page 3 Removable sliding Mild detergent and e Wash with warm water and a mild basket warm water detergent e Rinse and dry
8. ctric supply and grounding see below eis used only for jobs expected of home freezers e is not near an oven radiator or other heat source is properly maintained e isin a dry sheltered area is used in an area where the room tempera ture will not exceed 110 F 43 3 C e is not run where there are explosive fumes e isnotused by children or others who may not understand how it should be used e is not loaded with food before it has time to get properly cold Install Properly 3 inches 3 inches 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 all sides of freezer and 2 inches 5 cm at back Leave room at top for lid to open all the way 3 It should not be necessary to remove the lid during installation If for any reason the hinges need adjustment see your authorized WHIRLPOOL dealer 4 Do not cover the freezer with items such as blankets sheets tablecloths etc Level Chest Freezer from end to end and frontto back so thatthe lid will seal properly Check with level Remove Sales Label Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label before using the freezer Remove any left over glue with rubbing alcohol Note DO NOT REMOVE the Care and Ser vice label on the inside lid This permanent label provides immediate information should it be needed Do not remove Tech Sheet permanently att
9. e of a qualified installer Installation cost will of course be paid by you Helpful hints You can help your TECH CARE ser vice representative give you faster service if you include the model and serial number of your appliance when requesting service Also retain your sales slip and warranty to verify your war ranty status SINIH JDVaOIS GOOs service anywhere in GINS ONIAOW ANY NOILVOWA JOIAS ONINVWD 3903398 Remember Your TECH CARE service represen tative is specially trained in the expert repairing and servicing of your WHIRLPOOL appliances He can help you maintain the quality originally built into your WHIRLPOOL appliance So why not take the time now fo jook up his telephone number and jot if down in the space provided on the cover Om af mE E O i w 3 Ifyou have a problem Call Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor at the COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or write Mr Guy Turner Vice President Whirlpool Corporation Administrative Center 2000 US 33 North Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 If you must call or write please provide your name address telephone number type of appli ance brand model serial number date of pur chase the dealers name and a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool C symbol of
10. g 43273344 YNOA ONINVIID by a 5 Oo Oo K O W gt m F zZz a 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 atthe 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 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 e Check lid gasket and level cabinet to as sure a good lid seal Keeping freezer locked insures lid closure e Keep lid openings to a minimum Remove several items at one time Keep contents organized to eliminate searching e Fill to capacity Follow recommended pro cedures for freezi
11. ng foods e Do not let frost build up to more than 4 inch 6 mm thick e Set Cold Control to provide temperatures around 0 F 22 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 if is operating and electricity has not been interrupted Shutting off and moving If freezer is shut off for more than 24 hours Remove and store all food 2 Unplug freezer 3 Clean and defrost See Cleaning your freezer page 4 4 Block lid open for air circulation Turn lock to locked position with lid open Place blocks between lid and cabinet and tape in place with self adhesive filament tape If you move the freezer e Remove sliding baskets e Donot place objects inside or on top of cabinet e Level properly to insure good lid seal CAUTION To help prevent accidents do not allow children near the freezer when the lid is blocked open To restart freezer see Using your freezer page 3 If you need service or help we suggest you follow these three steps 1 Before calling for service 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
12. qua you need are R for your Whirlp orporation for quality parts Look for this lity whenever placement part ool 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 gt Whirl ia Home ool ppliances p Benton Harbor Michigan Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Refrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Built in Ovens and Surtace Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Central Heating and Air Conditioning Systems Quality Our way of fife Part No 727554 Printed in U S A
13. 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 ontop of food using as large pieces as possible Protect your hands with gloves when using dry ice Cc 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 if 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 oris 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 fora 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 provide correct amount of cooling If freezer feels warm During normal operating conditions the freezer transfers heat removed from food packages and airspace to the outside room air The freezer cab
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