Whirlpool EV150L User's Manual
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1. use amp care guide Whirlpool HOME UPRIGHT FREEZER Model EV150L r Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Buill In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezer 5 a HS ere l Please read this Use and Care Guide before you do anything else This booklet tells you how to start your freezer defrost it 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 Shelves Trivet Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here Wher vou ei service or call with a question have this nfor 1ation ready Model Number 4 Complete Model and Serial Numbers from the late locat as shown i plate locatec Own Serial Number 2 Purchase a 1te from sales slip Copy this ir formation in these spaces Keep this book your warranty and sales slip together in a Purchase Date handy place Please complete and mail the Owner Regis tration Card furnished with this product Service Company and Telephone Number Model and Serial Number Plate Contents Te _ SAFETY FIRST 3 Cleaning Chart 6 BEFORE YOU PLUG ITIN 3 FREEZING FOOD IN YOUR FREEZER 7 Install Properly 4 Packaging and Sealing Food 7 Level Freezer 4 To Wrap2. fire damage water damage theft or riots strikes war or acts of God gt Whirlpool Home Appliances Part No 1104167 Rev A 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A t w TN T Hi GE
3. Foods ere cased pata eyi 7 Remove Sales Labels 4 HOOGING RAT ne da Re 4 8 Cl s han 4 clad tomar tenes etre 4 Storing Frozen Food 8 PUIN aa 44 an fus bruts ht LE 4 VACATION AND MOVING CARE 8 USING YOURFREEZER 5 VOCGHIONS me 54 sana mont duree 8 Cooling Freezer First Ne 5 Shutting Off and Moving 8 Removing the Bottom Trivet 5 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE 9 Energy Saving Tips 5 FREEZERWARRANTY 12 CLEANING YOUR FREEZER 6 REIMBURSEMENT FOR FOOD LOSSES 12 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Safety first Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned freezers are still dangerous even if they will just sit in the garage for a few days Al134VS SJSNLVII GNV SLYWd ONISN 340334 if you are getting rid of your old freezer doit safely Please read the enclosed safety booklet from the Association of Home Appliance Manu facturers Help prevent accidents Before you plug it in IMPORTANT Before using your freezer you are personally re is properly maintained sponsible for making sure that it e is out of the weather e is installed and levelled on a floor that willholdthe e is used in an area where the room temperature weight and in an area suitable for its size and use will not exceed 110 F 43 3 C e is connected only to the right kind of
4. been put into the freezer the compressor will run longer 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool COOL LINE service as sistance telephone number Dial free from any where in the U S 4 800 253 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 m lt O c zZ m m O Q m 7 O m 0 a gt a e x gt zZ O m 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 telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS WHIRLPOOL APPLIAN ES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple 999 9999 SERVICE COMPANIES XY2 SERVICE CO 123 Maple 999 9939 OR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING NHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISFD TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES xYZ SE
5. outlet withthe e is not run where there are explosive fumes right electrical supply and grounding Refer to is not your Electrical Requirements and Grounding g wk it pps eee Mey ner ARSERIEnS Instructions i otl i j e is used only for jobs expected of home freezers a GUN eoet e is not near an oven radiator or other heat source Install properly 1 Check the strength of the floor It should hold the weight of a fully loaded freezer 2 Pick a safe place indoors away from in flammables such as gasoline 3 Allow 3 inches 7 5 cm air space on top of freezer for proper ventilation 4 Allow at least an inch 2 5 cm between the freezer condenser on the back of the unit and the wall 5 Allow 1 2 inch 1 25 cm on each side of the freezer for ease of installation 6 If the freezer is to be against a wall you might want to leave extra space on the hinge side so the door can be opened wider Level freezer so the door will stay open at any position _ Keep the 4 bolts that hold freezer in shipping crate They are the levelling legs Screw these bolts all the way into bolt holes in the bottom corners of freezer Move freezer into place Adjust each leg until the freezer won t rock Adjust front legs to level the freezer To raise corners turn legs in direction shown To lower corners turn legs in direction shown Check with level NO Rw on Remove sa
6. RVICE 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 Consul tants or if you prefer write to Mr Robert Stanley Division Vice President Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 5 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a 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 FSP replacement 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 complete description of the problem This informa tion is needed in order to better respond to your re quest for assistance DH d Z WHIRLPOOL DOMESTIC UL COMMERCIAL LISTED AND NSF FREEZER FZ001 LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects From Date of Purchase in materials or workmanship FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects From Date of Purchase in materials or workmanship in the sealed r
7. e is to be interrupted longer than 24 hours do this 4 Remove all 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 or can perishable food at once e 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 If your freezer stops running e s the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage See page 4 e Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box If the compressor seems to run too long e s the condenser located on the back of the freezer free of dust and lint e js there enough air circulation space above and in back of the freezer On hot summer days or if the room is hot the com pressor will run longer to provide the correct amount of cooling e If large amounts of unfrozen food have
8. efrigeration system These parts are 1 Compressor 2 Evaporator 3 Condenser 4 Dryer 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 B Pick up and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home or commercial establishment C Damage to freezer caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool Food loss coverage for UL commercial listed and NSF freezers used in commercial applications Limited domestic food loss coverage See below for details on limited domestic food loss protection plan Service under the full warranties must be provided by a franchised TECH CARE 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 the 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 Duri
9. everal layers of newspaper and cover with blanket Food will stay frozen for several hours 4 Place pan of hot water inside freezer to speed melting of frost Keep door open Ice can be re moved in large pieces as it melts Direct air from electric fan into freezer to speed defrosting 5 Clean freezer according to the following directions Cleaning chart After defrosting 1 Remove shallow pan from underneath freezer 2 Plug in power cord How to clean e Wash with warm water and a mild detergent e Rinse and dry Wash with warm water and a mild detergent e Rinse and ary 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 plastic because it may damage these parts Part What to use Removable parts Mild detergent and trivet warm water Outside Sponge cloth or paper towel mild detergent warm water Inside walls Plastic scraper pans of hot water electric fan sponge or towel baking soda and warm water e Use plastic scraper to remove frost e Place pans of hot water in freezer with door open to speed melting Directing air from an electric fan into freezer will also help e Wash with solution of 2 tablespoons 26 g baking soda to 1 quart 95 L warm water Rinse and ary DO NOT USE an ice pick knife of other sharp pointed tool or any type of electric defroster t
10. foods 4 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 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 the Freezer Guide for complete in formation and tips on home freezing o a gt Z Z o re O a O gt m a Loading Storing frozen food 4 To speed freezing lay packages in a single layer _ After food is frozen stack packages anywhere so each rests on the surface of a shelf Leave space in the freezer Packages should not extend be between packages yond the shelf edge or they may keep the door Add more unfrozen food after first load is from closing and sealing properly frozen approxima
11. les 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 material NOTE DO NOT REMOVE the Tech Sheet fas tened under the freezer at the front Clean it Clean your freezer before using it See cleaning instructions on page 6 Plug it in 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle D MN Freezer Power Plug 3 prong grounding plug Recommended Grounding Method A 115 Volt 60 Hz AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused and properly grounded electrical supply is required 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 Using your freezer Cooling freezer first 1 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
12. ng 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 fifth 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 a Whirlpool Franchised TECH CARE service company Reimbursement of loss will be based on domestic use and freezer size up to the total cumulative amount shown for the 5 year warranty period 9 9 CUM OF SIMONOL 3 vce eee eaa ney dns aid tele nest rente upto 75 00 maximum payment 10 0 cu ft 10 16 0 CUNT ni che dei aite nk iene ee Saeed up to 9125 00 maximum payment 16 4 CU PONGNOIQOl 6 5 cos E he beth te us canted Ge ad de up to 200 00 maximum payment The reimbursement amounts shown are representative for the contents of typical freezers by size and may or may not 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 five 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
13. o defrost freezer They can cause damage to the liner and interior parts Door liner and gasket Sponge soft cloth or paper towel mild deter gent and warm water e Wash with mild detergent and warm water e Rinse and ary DO NOT USE cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum on plastic parts Vacuum cleaner using the brush attachment Condenser coils e Slide freezer out away from the wall e Clean dust and lint from condenser coils behind the freezer every two or 3 months 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 ONE TIME Size of Meat or Vegetables Freezer Fish or Fruit 15 cu ft 30 Ibs 45 Ibs 13 5 kg 433 L 20 3 kg These amounts are based on USDA recommen dations If too many packages of unfrozen food are packed c 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 properly wrapped When this happens food dehydrates and is of poor quality To wrap
14. tely 18 to 24 hours TTD TOLL H L TAN OL Trivet Store heavy and bulky packages here Trivet should be in place at all times for proper air circulation Vacation and moving care Vacations Shutting off and moving Arrange for someone to make regular checks of If freezer is shut off for more than 24 hours your freezer to make sure it is operating and electricity 4 Remove and store all food has not been interrupted 2 Unplug freezer 3 Clean thoroughly See Cleaning your freezer page 6 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 If you move the freezer 4 Remove trivet 2 Do not place objects inside cabinet 3 Level properly to ensure good door seal WARNING Do not allow children near the freezer when the door is blocked open They may become injured or trapped To restart freezer see Using your freezer page 5 If you need service or assistance we suggest you follow these five steps 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind If the electricity goes off Learn how long the power will be off by calling the power company e f service is to be interrupted 24 hours or less keep the freezer closed Most food will stay frozen e If servic
15. 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 the freezer at the proper temperature Removing the bottom trivet To remove 1 Lift front of trivet out of supports 2 Pull out To replace 1 Position back of trivet against back wall of freezer 2 Lower front into place Energy saving tips You can help your freezer use less electricity e Check door gasket and level freezer to assure a good door seal e Clean the condenser coils regularly e Keep door openings to a minimum Remove several items at one time Keep contents organized to elimi nate searching Lift the Front Then Pull Out e Fill to capacity Follow recommended procedures for freezing foods See pages 8 and 9 e Do not let frost build up to more than inch 6 mm thick Efficiency is reduced Cc a z lt O T n 7 m m N m m z m a lt z a V un Cleaning your freezer This freezer should be cleaned when frost has built up to about Ya inch 6 mm thickness Complete defrosting and cleaning should be done at least once a year in high humidity areas a freezer may need more frequent defrosting To defrost and 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 s
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