Whirlpool EV090FXK User's Manual
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1. Recommended Grounding Method 2 Spacers are packed in the freezer Install them a as shown to keep freezer at least 2 inches 5 cm from the wall A115 Volt 60 Hz AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused electrical supply is required It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided The receptacle should not be con trolled 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 3 Remove the shipping block 4 Allow at least 3 inches 7 5 cm air space on top and each side of the freezer 5 Do not cover the freezer with items such as blankets sheets tablecloths etc 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 The control will be set about right when ice cream stored inside the freezer is firm Exterior Signal Light automatically warns of any unexpected power failure Signal light cover 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 food2. ance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area 3 Ifyou need service aay Whirlpool has a nationwide net peat work of franchised lt vetw cake gt TECH CARE Ser vice Companies TECH CARE service technicians are ane trained to fulfill the SERVICE 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 ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES OR WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple 999 9993 123 Maple 999 9999 OR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple 999 9999 nn ve 1 N j o a gt m zZ N IGINS ONIAOW ANY NOILVOVA mn lt O zZz m m i a m b 9 m fe ro gt an a 4 gt z Oo m 4 Ifyou have a problem Call our COOL LINE service assistance tele phone number see Step 2 and talk with one of our Consultants or if you prefer write to Mr Guy Turner Vice President Whirlpoo
3. lt gt VERTICAL FREEZER Whirlpool Model EVO90FXK Use and Care Safety Permanent First Information Label Child entrapment and suffocation are not things of the past Door Handie Junked or abandoned freezers are still dan gerous even if they will just sit in the garage a Shelves few days ee If you are getting rid IE MEL SSNAN SSSSS SS of your old freezer do it SSS SSSA RDS safely Please read the enclosed safety book let from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers Help prevent accidents Signal Light Copy Your Model Number Model and Serial Cold Control and Serial Number Here E oe SRR When youneed service or A call with a question have this information ready 4 Complete Model and Se rial Numbers from the plate on the lower right side of the cabinet 2 Purchase date from sales slip Purchase Date Copy this information in these spaces Keep this book your warranty and Service Company and Telephone Number sales slip together ina 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 out let with
4. m vn oO x m Cc a z o lt e a n f m m M Ls 4323344 UNOA ONISN Cleaning your freezer This freezer should be cleaned when frost has built up fo about 4 inch 6 mm thickness Com plete defrosting and cleaning should be done at LE least once a year In high humidity areas a freezer l may need more frequent defrosting To defrost and clean 1 Unplug power cord 2 Take out all food and removable parts Note Wrap frozen foods and packages in sev 3 Place pans of hot water inside freezer to speed eral layers of newspaper and cover with blanket melting of frost Keep door open Ice can be Food will stay frozen several hours removed in large pieces as it melts Direct air from electric fan into freezer to speed defrosting 4 Clean freezer according to the following directions After defrosting 1 Plug in power cord 2 Return food packages Removable shelves Mild detergent and e Wash with warm water and a mild detergent warm water e Rinse and dry e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers Outside Sponge cloth or paper towel mild detergent appliance wax or good auto paste wax e Wash with warm water and a mild detergent Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers s Rinse and dry 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 D
5. Note When freezer is first started the compressor will run constantly until the cabinet is cooled It may take up to 6to 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 The outside of your freezer may feel warm This is normal The freezers design and main function is to remove heat from packages and air space inside the freezer This heat is transferred to the room airso the walls of the freezer may be warm If the signal light is not glowing immediately check e for power interruption blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker e the power plug it may be disconnected from the outlet e the signal 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 signai light and replace with a new one Signal light can be ordered from your Whirlpool dealer 4 Then snap light assembly into place 5 Plug cord into outlet Freezer Shelves To remove Lift front slightly then lift snelf from back supports To replace Set back of shelf on rear supports then lower the front on to front mounts Lift the front Then the back a
6. en 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 it 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 circuif breaker 3 Check electric company for a power failure It motor seems to run too long 4 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 inet may feel warm 2 Ifyou need assistance Call the Whirlpool COOL LINE service as sistance telephone number Dial free from Continental U S 800 253 1304 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 ob tain satisfactory operation from your appli
7. ity has not been interrupted Shutting off and moving If freezer is shut off for more than 24 hours 1 Remove and store all food 2 Unplug freezer 3 Clean and defrost See Cleaning Your Freezer page 4 4 Place biocks between door and cabinet for air circulation Tape in place with self adhesive filament tape If you move the freezer e Do not place objects inside or on top of 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 assistance we suggest you follow these four steps 1 e Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself with out tools of any kind If electricity goes off Learn how long power will be off by calling the power company 4 If service is to be interrupted 24 hours or less keep freezer closed Most food will 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 c 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 froz
8. l 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 information is needed in order to better re spond to your request for assistance FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation 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 Part No 727649 Rev A 1984 Whirlpool Corporation Making your world a little easier Benton Harbor Michigan Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Refrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Built in Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Central Heating and Air Conditioning Systems Printed in U S A
9. o not use wax on plastic parts Waxing painted metal surfaces provides rust protection Plastic scraper pans e Use plastic scraper to remove frost of hot water electric Place pans of hot water in freezer with door fan sponge or towel open to speed melting Directing air from an baking soda warm electric fan into the freezer will also help water e Wash with solution of 2 tablespoons 26 g baking soda to 1 quart 95 L warm water e Rinse and dry e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers Inside walls 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 Door liner and gasket Sponge soft cloth or e Wash with mild detergent and warm water paper towel mild e Rinse and ary detergent warm water 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 toaded 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 Sizeof Meator Vegetables Freezer Fish or Fruit 9 cu ft 18 Ibs 27 Ibs 255L 84kg 12 2kg These amounts are based on USDA recom mendations If too many packages
10. 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 vaporproof 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 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 puncturing 4323383 ANOA ONINVIIS SINIH 3OVUOLS GOO 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
11. the Modern Way with Your WHIRLPOOL Freezer for complete information and tips on home freezing Loading 4 Before freezing large quantities of food turn Cold Control to highest position and let freezer operate for several hours 2 To speed freezing lay packages in a sin gle layer so each rests on the freezing surface of a shelf Leave space between packages 3 Add more unfrozen food after first load is frozen approximately 18 to 24 hours 4 After all food is frozen return Cold Control to the usual setting 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 Door storage Store packages on the door shelves behind the retaining bar Energy Saving Tips e Check door gasket and level freezer to as sure a good door seal e Keep door openings to a minimum Re move several items at one time Keep con tents organized to eliminate searching e Fill to capacity Follow recommended pro cedures for freezing foods e Set Cold Control to provide temperatures around QF 22 C There is no need to store foods below OF e Do not let frost build up to more than inch 6 mm thick Efficiency is reduced Vacation and moving care Vacations Arrange for someone to make regular checks of your freezer to make sure it is operating and electric
12. the right electrical supply and grounding Refer to your Electrical Require ments and Grounding Instructions eis used only for jobs expected of home freezers e is not near an oven radiator or other heat source e is properly maintained e is in a dry sheltered place e 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 is not used 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 Level Freezer nianu Level the freezer using wood shims so that door will stay open at any position Remove Sales Label Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label before using the freezer Remove any left over glue with 3 inches eee rubbing alcohol Note DO NOT REMOVE the Care and Ser vice label on the inside door This perma nent label provides immediate information 3 inches 3 inches should it be needed Do not remove Tech Sheet permanently attached to back of cabinet 1 Check the strength of the floor It should hold Clean It weight of fully loaded freezer g Y Clean your freezer before using it See clean ing instructions on page 4 Plug It In 3 prong grounding type wallreceptacle c3 Retaining Cli W Aon Block 2 inch spacer 3 prong Freezer grounding plug power cord
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