Whirlpool EHOGOF User's Manual
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1. Shutting off and moving If freezer is shut off for more than 24 hours 4 Remove and store all food 2 Unplug freezer 3 Clean thoroughly See Cleaning your freezer ge 6 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 4 Remove the sliding basket 2 Do not place objects inside or on top of cabinet 3 Level properly to ensure good lid seal CAUTION To heip prevent accidents do not al low children near the freezer when the lid Is blocked open To restart freezer see Using your freezer page 5 Ti 0 0 s s 0 gt a Z 7 e lt gt O gt fo zZ gt z o lt z O gt m If you need service or assistance we suggest you follow these four 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 electricity goes off Learn how long power will be off by calling the power company e f service is to be interrupted 24 hours or less keep freezer closed Most food will stay frozen e f service 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 space2. Freezing food in your fre 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 FREEZE AT ONE TIME _ Maator Vegetables 2 Rgh or Fruit These amounts are based on USDA recommen dations If too many packages of unfrozen 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 Freezer burn can result if food is not properly wrapped When this happens food dehydrates and is of poor quality ezer To wrap foods 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 Ee AWA IR 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 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 fhat have not been boned pad sharp e
3. 6 Cleaning Chart 0 eee eee 6 FREEZING FOOD IN YOUR FREEZER 7 Packaging and Sealing Food 7 To Wrap Foods 0 0 cuire aww 7 KOOGING me Pec aa eel sea ales anh 8 Storing Frozen FOOd 6 eee 8 VACATION AND MOVING CARE 9 VOGGOTIONS oss aeae duck AE E 9 Shutting Off and Moving 9 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE 10 1 Before Calling for Assistance 10 2 If You Need Assistance 10 3 If You Need Service 005 11 4 If You Have aProblem 11 1985 Whirlpool Corporation Safety first Child entrapment and suffocation are not things of the past Junked or aban doned freezers are still dangerous even if they will just sit in the garage a few days if you are getting rid ot your old freezer do it safely Piease read fhe enclosed safety booklet from the Association oft Home Appliance Manufacturers Help pre vent accidents Before you plug it in IMPORTANT Before using your freezer you are personally re sponsible for making sure that it e is installed and levelled on a floor that will hold the weight and in an area suitable for its size and use is connected only to the right kind of outlet with the right electrical supply and grounding Refer to your Electrical Requirements and Grounding Instructions is used only for jobs expected of home freezers is not near an oven radiator or other heat s
4. SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple 999 9999 WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple 999 9999 4 If you have a problem Call our COOLLINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 and talk with one of our Consultants or if you prefer write to Mr Stephen E Upton Senior Vice President Whirlpool Corporation Administrative Center 2000 US 33 North Benton Harbor MI 49022 lf 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 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 1 lt O c Z m m Oo wn m a 2 m O a gt n n a gt Z 9 m lt gt Whirlpool Home Appliances Making your world a little easier Part No 730048 Rev A i i 1985 Whirlpool Corporation Primea In USA Makers Dishwashers Built in Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Condition
5. 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 place 5 Plug power cord into outlet i 2 zZ lt 0 Cc a mal a m m N m 7a Energy Saving Tips e Check lid gasket and level cabinet to ensure a good lid seal Keeping freezer locked ensures lid closure e Keep lid openings to a minimum Remove several items at one time Keep contents organized to elimi e Fill to capacity Follow recommended procedures for freezing foods e Set Temperature Control to provide temperatures around 0 F 17 8 C There is no need to store foods below O F e Do not let frost build up to more than inch nate searching 6 mm thick 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 Turn Temperature Control to OFF 2 Unplug freezer 3 Take out all frozen food and sliding basket Note Wrap frozen foods and packages in several layers of newspaper and cover with a blanket Food will stay frozen several hours 4 Clean freezer according to the following After defrosting directions 1 Plug in freezer 2 See directions for Setti
6. 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 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 for a power failure e Be sure Temperature Control is turned ON If motor seems fo 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 air space to the outside room air The freezer cabinet may feel warm If frost builds up on the trim strip around top of cabinet 4 Check the fit of the lid to make sure it is seal
7. dges 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 booklet How to Preserve Foods the Modern Way with Your WHIRLPOOL Freezer for complete information and tips on home freezing SINIH JOVAOLS GOOd ONINW319 Sdil ONIAWS AD AINA Storing frozen food Before freezing large quantities of food turn Tem perature Control to highest setting and let freezer operate for several hours After loading all food elie return Temperature Control to the usual ing Foods to be frozen near side wall Packages already frozen 2 To speed freezing place unfrozen packages near a side wall Leave space between packages 3 Add more unfrozen food after first load is frozen approximately 18 to 24 hours Stack frozen packages in center of freezer After food is frozen stack packages anywhere in the freezer Packages should not extend above the cabinet edge or they may keep the lid from closing and sealing properly Basket Store small packages here to avoid losing them in bottom of freezer Vacation and moving care Vacations Arrange for someone to make regular checks of your freezer to make sure it is operating and electricity has not been interrupted
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9. ing With the lid closed press down firmly on the edges or at the center of the lid This pressure 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 you need assistance Call Whirlpool COOL LINE service assistance telephone number Dial free from Continental U S 800 253 1301 Michigan 2 00 800 632 2243 Alaska amp Hawaii 800 253 1121 and talk with one of our trained Consultants The Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfac tory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area 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 ook in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS lt Whirlpool TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 423 Maple 999 9999 OR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS
10. lace Lower basket into place The key eject lock can help reduce the hazard of entrapment child The signal light automatically warns of any unexpected power failure If the signal light is not glowing immediately check e for power interruption e for an unplugged power cord e for a burned out signal light 1 Turn contro to higher number for colder temper atures 2 Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures 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 If may take up fo 6 to 8 hours or longer depending on room tem perature 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 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 If the key is lost contact your WHIRLPOOL dealer for a replacement Always give the com plete model and serial number of your freezer when requesting a replacement key To replace 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
11. ng the Temperature Control page 5 Cleaning chart Part What to use How to clean Sponge or cloth mild Removable pan detergent and warm basket e Wash with warm water and a mild detergent e Rinse and dry water Outside Sponge cloth or paper Wash with warm water and a mild de towel mild detergent tergent Do not use abrasive or harsh appliance wax or good cleansers auto paste wax e Rinse and dry e Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year with appliance wax ora good auto paste wax Apply wax with aclean soft cloth Do not use wax on plastic parts Waxing painted metal surfaces provides rust protection z e Use plastic scraper to remove frost Inside walls ae bee mieten of Paos pans of i water in freezer with lid open f REE Boe to speed melting Directing air from an electric iR Sa dwar m waler 9 fan into freezer 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 of 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 Sponge soft cloth or Wash with mild detergent and warm water paper towel mild deter Rinse and dry gent and warm water DO NOT USE cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum on plastic parts
12. ource e is properly maintained e is out of the weather e is used in an area where the room temperature will not exceed 110 F 43 3 C e is not run where there are explosive fumes e is not used by those who may not understand how it should be used e is not loaded with food before it has time to get properly cold w m T 0 A m Cc ls zZ Q e V gt Aa n gt Z 9 Tm m 2 Cc 7 m nn e oN gt m m o lt Install properly I a 2 Inches at back 3 inches 3 inches Check the strength of the floor It should hold the weight of a fully loaded freezer Pick a safe place indoors away from in flammables such as gasoline NO Ww 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 4 It should not be necessary to remove the lid during installation If for any reason the hinges need ad justment see your authorized WHIRLPOOL dealer 5 Do not cover the freezer with items such as blankets sheets tablecloths etc Level chest freezer from end to end and front to back so that the lid will seal properly Check with level Remove sales 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
13. use amp care guide _ CHEST FREEZER Models EHO60F EHOSOF 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 Temperature Control Modei and Serial Number Piate Signal Light Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here When you need service or call with a question have this information ready Model Number 4 Complete Model and Serial Numbers from the plate located as shown 2 Purchase date from sales slip Copy this information in these spaces Keep this book your warranty and sales slip together ina Purchase Date handy place There is no warranty registration to re turn Proof of purchase is all that is required for in Serial Number era ee warranty service Service Company and Telephone Number Contents SAFETYFIRST 0005 BEFOREYOUPLUGITIN Install Properly 0 eee Level Chest Freezer 000 Remove Sales Labels Clean It Plug If In USING YOURFREEZER Setting the Temperature Control Adjusting the Temperature Control Cooling Freezer First The Sliding Basket The Key Eject LOCK 0 2 eee The Signal Light aaa Energy Saving Tips 00 08 Page CLEANING YOUR FREEZER
14. 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 Care amp Service label on Inside lid or Tech Sheet on back of cabinet Clean it Clean your freezer before using it See cleaning instructions on page Plug it in 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle Retaining Clip Freezer Power Plug 3 prong grounding plug Recommended Grounding Method A115 Volt 60 Hz AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused and properly grounded electrical supply is re quired 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 Attach retaining clip over power cord plug from literature package inside the freezer Using your freezer Setting the temperature control Adjusting the temperature control 1 Insert a coin in the slot of the Temperature Control to turn it 2 Turn control to Number 3 This setting is designed to maintain the temperature at or near O F 178 C under normal operating conditions The sliding basket Can be moved from side to side or removed when loading or unloading food below it To remove Lift basket out To rep
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