Whirlpool EV150LXK User's Manual
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1. isin a cry sheltered place e is usec in an area where the room tempera ture wil not exceed 110 F 43 3 C e is Not run where there are explosive fumes isnotused by children or others who may not unders and how it should be used e js not loaded with food before it has time to get prc perly cold e is not near an oven radiator or other heat source Level Freezer so that door will stay open at any position Install Properly rs 3 inches above UI Raise 1inchin back Lower 1 Starting with door hinge side turn left to raise corner 2 Turn right to lower corner 3 Check with level 4 After freezer is loaded with food recheck with level Remove Sales Labels Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label and any inside labels before using the freezer Re move cny left over glue with rubbing alcohol 1 Check the strength of the floor It should hold the weight of fully loaded freezer 2 Pick a safe place indoors away from in flammables such as gasoline 3 Allow at least 3 inches 7 5 cm air space on top of freezer and 1 inch 2 5 cm at back be tween condenser and wall 4 The four bolts that held your freezer in the ship ping crate are designed to be leveling legs Screw them far enough into the bolt holes in the four corners of the bottom of the freezer so the freezer stands about 1 inch 2 5 cm off the floor Note DO NOT REMOVE the Tech Sheet fas2. Freezer for complete information and tips on home freezing Loading 1 To speed freezing lay packages in a sin gle layer so each rests on the freezing surface of a shelf Leave space between packages 2 Add more unfrozen food after first load is frozen approximately 18 to 24 hours Storing frozen food After food is frozen stack packages any where in the freezer Packages should not extend beyond the shelf edge or they may keep the door from closing and sealing properly Trivet Store heavy and bulky packages here Trivet should be in place at all times for proper air circulation Energy Saving Tips e Check door gasket and level freezer to as sure a door seal e Keep door openings to a minimum Re move several ifems at one time Keep con tents organized to eliminate searching e Fill to capacity Follow recommended pro cedures for freezing foods e Clean condenser coils frequently e Do not let frost build up to more than 1 4 inch 6 mm thick Efficiency is reduced Vacation and moving care Vacations Arrange for someone to make regular checks of your reezer 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 4 Remove and store all food 2 Unpl g freezer 3 Clean thoroughly See Cleaning your freezer page 4 4 Place blocks between door and cabinet for air circulat
3. PPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR Should you not find a listing dial the Whirlpool COOL LINE service assistance toll free telephone number Continental U S Dial 800 253 1301 In Michigan Dial 800 632 2243 Alaska and Hawaii Dial 800 253 1121 If you move To make sure that your appliance is corre tly installed and to insure its continued satisfac ory operation please telephone your nearest TECH CARE service company for instal lation or to get the name of a qualified installer Installa ion 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 7 SLNIH JOVAOLS GOO4 o gt fe zZ gt z 0 0 lt z 2 O m JOIAXJS ONINIVS 340439 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 to look up his telephone number and jot it down in the space provided on the cover 3 If ysu have a problem Call Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor at the CODL LINE service assistance telephone number
4. UPRIGHT FREEZER Model EV150LXK lt gt Whirlpool First Child entrapment and suffocation are not things of the past Junked or abandoned freezers are still dan gerous even if they will Trivet just sit in the garage a i few days If you are getting rid Defrost of your old freezer do it Drain safely Please read the enclosed safety book let from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers Help prevent accidents Model and Serial Number Plate Copy Your Model Number and Serial Number here When you need service or call with a question have this information ready Model Number 1 Complete Model and Se rial Numbers see location of plate on front page Serial Number 2 Purchase date from sales slip or date installed Copy this information in Purchase Installation Date these spaces Keep this book your warranty and sales slip together in a handy Service Company and Telephone Number place Before you plug it in Before using your freezer you are personally responsible for making sure that it eis 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 electrical supply and grounding eis used only for jobs expected of home freezers e is properly maintained e
5. ion Tape in place with self adhesive filament tape If you move the freezer e Remove trivet e Dono place objects inside cabinet e Level properly to insure good door seal CAUTION To help prevent accidents do not allow children near the freezer when the door 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 are sometimes caused by little things you can correct without tools Be fore you call for service check this list If electricity goes off Learn how long power will be off by calling the power company e If service is to be interrupted 24 hours or less keep freezer closed Most food will stay frozen e If service is to be interrupted longer than 24 hours do this 4 Remove all frozen food and store in a frozen food locker Or 2 Place dry ice on top of food using as large pieces as possible Protect your hands with gloves when using dry ice 3 If neither food locker storage or dry ice is available use or can perishable food at once The length of time food will stay frozen depends on several factors For instance a full freezer will remain cold longer than a freezer only par tially 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
6. it may be safely refrozen although 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 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 electric company fora power failure If compressor seems to run too long e Check to see that condenser located on back of freezer is free of dust and lint e On hct summer days or if room is hot compres sor wi run longer to provide correct amount of coolit g e lf larcie amounts of unfrozen food have been put into the freezer compressor will run longer e Chec lt to see that there is enough air circula tion space above and in back of freezer 2 If you need service If your WHIRLPOOL appliance ever needs service any where in the United lt gt Whirlpool TR ANCHITED TECH CARE HOME PRODUCTS SERVICE States help is just a phone call away fo your nearest Whirlpool franchised coe TECH CARE service ae representative if Whirlpool main tains a nationwide network of franchised TECH CARE service companies to fulfill your war ranty and provide after warranty service and maintenance to keep your WHIRLPOOL appli ance in peak condition You ll find your nearest TECH CARE service company listed in your local telephone book Yellow Fages under A
7. plastic because it may damage these parts Plastic scraper pans of e Use plastic scraper to remove frost hot water electric fan e place pans of hot water in freezer with door sponge or towel oper to speed melting Directing air from baking soda warm on elsctric fan into the freezer will also water help e Wash with solution of 2 tablespoons 26 g bakir g soda to 1 quart 95L warm water e Rinse and dry DO NOT USE anice pick knife or other sharp pointed tool or any type of electric defroster to defrost freezer They can cause damage fo the liner and interior parts Sponge soft cloth or e Wash with mild detergent and warm water paper towel mild e Rinse and dry detergent warm water DO NOT USE cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleansers containing petroieum on plastic parts Vacuum cleaner use e Pull freezer out brush attachment e Clea i dust and lint from condenser every 2 to 3 months Freezing food in your freezer When freezer has cooled to a safe storage temperature it may be loaded with frozen tood 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 Sizeof Meator Vegetables Freezer Fish or Fruit 15cu ft 30 Ibs 45 Ibs 430L 13 5kg 20 25kg These amounts are based on USDA recom mendations If too many packages of un frozen food are packed at one time into the free
8. see Step 2 or write Mr Guy Turner Vice President Whirlc ool Corporation Administrative Center 2000 L S 33 North Bentor Harbor Michigan 49022 If you must call or write please provide your name address telephone number type of appli ance band model serial number date of pur chase tne dealer s name and a complete descrip on of the problem This information is needed in orderto better respond to your request for assisi ance FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporatior for R quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacemen part for your Whirlpool applic nce FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specificat ons used to build every new Whirlpool appliance lt gt Whirlpool Home ppliances Benton Harbor Michigan Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Retrigeralor Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Built in Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Compacturs Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Central Heating and Air Conditioning Systems Quality Our way of life Part No 942611 Printed in U S A
9. tenec underneath cabinet Clean it Clean your freezer before using it See clean ing instructions on page 4 Plug It in 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle Freezer ma power cord 3 prong grounding plug Recommended Grounding Method Using your freezer 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 amounts of unfrozen food e Frost will form on the shelves It will form first and be heavier on the top shelves Note When freezer is first started the compressor will run constantly until the cabinet is cooled It may take up to 6fo 8 hours or longer depending on room temperature and the number of times the freezer door is opened After the cabinet is cooled the compressor will turn on and off as needed to keep freezer at proper temperature 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 b gt provided The receptacle should not be controlled by a wall switch or pull chain Do not use an extension cord See individual electrical requirements and grounding instruction sheet in your literature package Bottom Trivet To remove e Lifftug then pull out To replace e Setin bottom of freezer Push into place Then out Cleaning your freezer This freezer sho
10. uld be cleaned when frost has built up to about inch 6 mm thickness Com plete defrosting and cleaning should be done at least once a year In high humidity areas a freezer may need more frequent defrosting To clean 1 Unplug power cord 2 Place a shallow pan on floor under drain hole in bottom of freezer 3 Take out all food and removable parts Note Wrap frozen foods and packages in sev eral layers of newspaper and cover with blanket Food will stay frozen several hours 4 Place pans of hot water inside freezer to speed melting of frost Keep door open Ice can be removed in large pieces as it melts Direct air from electric fan into freezer to speed defresting 5 Cleon freezer according to the following directions After defrosting 4 Remove shallow pan from underneath freezer 2 Plug in power cord J m Ga oO a m c zZ 2 lt 0 c W ma fard m m N m a 4323344 ANOA ONISN 4373344 ANOA ONINVIID Removable Trivet Outside Inside walls Door liner and gasket Condenser coil How to clean Mild detergent and e Wast with warm water and a mild warm water dete gent e Rinse and dry Sponge cloth or e Wast with warm water and a mild paper towel mild dete gent detergent 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 or an appliance wax on painted metal surfaces Do not use on
11. zer 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 MANY 4 Cut sheet of wrapping material about one nird longer than distance around fooc to be wrapped Place wrapping sheet on flat surface with food in center of shee Bring front and back of wrapping to gett er and fold in toward food making at leas two one inch 2 5 cm folds until food fits tightly against wrapping 3 Crec se ends close to food to eliminate air poci ets 4 Pres all air from package Fold each end over twice Make sure fold is tight and fasten against end of package with free er tape NOTE When packaging meats that have not been koned pad sharp edges with extra wrap or use stockinette to protect against tearing or puncturing Use heavy duty aluminum freezer foil kraft paper v ith cellophane bonded to it special freezer gt ags jars cartons and freezer seal ing tape for packaging your food items You ll find ther at the supermarket or freezer dealer 4323384 YNOA ONINVIID SLNIH JOVAOLS QOO See booklet How to Preserve Foods the Modern Way with Your WHIRLPOOL
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