Whirlpool EHH-150F User's Manual
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1. Buillin Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Compactors Room Aw Condnioners Dehumidifiers Cenval Heating and Air Conditioning Systems Printed in U S A2. 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 affected 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 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 Part No 753274 Rev B If frost builds up on the trim strip around top of cabinet 4 Check the fit of the lid to make sure it is sealing 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 Replacing lamps Interlor light If freezer has an in terior light disconnect electric cord from outlet Replace bulb with a 15 watt appliance bulb Reconnect freezer Exterior signal light Disconnect electric cord from outlet Insert screwdriver unde
3. can be moved easily from side to side when loading or unloading food stored below Basket can be lifted out completely Loading Before loading with unfrozen food turn cold control to coldest position highest number and let freezer operate for several hours This will speed up the rate of freezing Lay packages to be frozen ina single layer so each rests on a freezing surface See illustration above Allow space between packages for cold air to circulate Food will be frozen in about 18 to 24 hours depending upon the kind of food size and shape of the package and the amount to be frozen Do not add more unfrozen food until previous load is frozen Ifin doubt wait 24 hours before adding more un frozen food When food is frozen return cold contro to its usual setting How fo freeze food in your freezer To freeze food in your freezer When freezer has cooled toa safe storage temperature it may be loaded with trozen food However when you plan to freeze a quantity of 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 15 cu ft 30 45 433L 13 5kg 20 3 kg 18 cu ft 36 54 SI9L 16 2kg 24 3 kg 23 Cu ft 46 69 6611 20 7kg 31kg 27 Cu ft 54 81 7721 243kg 36 5kg These amounts are based on USDA recommendations If too many package
4. in a cool dry well ventilated place out of direct sunlight and away from such neat sources as radiators Pick a safe place indoors away from inflammables such as gasoline For proper air circulation allow at least two inches 5 cm of air space atthe back and three inches 7 5 cm at the sides of the freezer Do not cover the freezer with such items as blankets sheets tablecloths etc Check the strength of the floor make certain it can support the weight of the freezer when it is loaded It should not be necessary to remove the lid during installation If for any reason the hinges need adjustment see your authorized WHIRLPOOL dealer Remove the defrost drain cover from the literature package located inside your freezer Install that cover as shown on Pagel 2 Keep it level Level freezer from end to end and from front to back so that the lid will seal properly With the lid open lay a spirit level on the edge of the freezer atthe end and the front of the cabinet If it is necessary to level cabinet use wood shims Do not use cardboard or other soft material 3 Cleaning Before starting wash the interior with a solution of two tablespoons 26 g of baking soda to one quart 95 L of warm water Rinse and dry Wash outside of freezer with p warm water and mild soap or detergent rinse thoroughly and dry NOTE Do not use an abrasive or harsh cleanser Cleaning waxes concentrated det
5. lt gt Whirlpool CORPORATION Use and Guide To help you get the most from your new freezer Before you freeze the first apple pie you will want to know all about your new Whirlpool freezer That s what this Use and Care Guide is all about It fells you how to start it fill it clean it even what to do if anything goes wrong See handy Self service Check List on back page of simple problems you can solve yourself without the wasted time and possible expense ofa need less service call After all who needs a service technician to plug back in an electric cord that s been accidentally pulled out Safety first Prevent child entrapment Please read the safety booklet from the Association of Home Appliance Manu facturers that is packed in your freezer Help prevent accidents if you plan to abandon or junk an old freezer Before you use your freezer Itis your personal responsibility to make sure that your new freezer e ls installed by a qualified installer e Has been installed where it is protected from the elements e Has been installed in a level area on a floor that is strong enough to support the weight Defrost water drain cover e Has been installed in an area suitable for its size and function e Is properly connected to electricity and properly electrically grounded Is properly used only for the job it was intended to do e Is not used by small children or
6. anyone unable to operate it properly Is properly maintained Also e Do not remove TECH SHEET attached to the inside of service panel This technical information is for the service technician e Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label before using the freezer Energy saving tips e Check door or lid gaskets for tightness of seal If freezer has a lock keeping it locked can help insure door closure and good seal Level cabinet properly to assure a good door seal Keep door openings to a minimum Remove as many items at one time as possible CHEST FREEZER Models EHH 150F EHH 180F EHH 230F EHH 270F Model EHH 230F shown Cold control Model and serial number plate Keep foods organized to eliminate searching e Fill to capacity However do not add too much unfrozen tood at one time Follow recommended loading procedures e Frost should not build up to more than inch 6 mm thick reduces efficiency e Set cold control fo provide the right degree of cold temperature Temperature should be about 0 F 22 C There is no need to store foods below 0 F e Do not locate freezer next to or near a heat source such as a range water heater furnace etc See booklet How to Preserve Foods the Modern Way with Your WHIRLPOOL Freezer for complete information and tips on home freezing Before starting your freezer 4 Locate it properly For top performance locate your freezer
7. binet is cooled the motor turns off It will then tum on and off as needed to keep the freezer ata safe storage temperature Key eject lock Your freezer is equipped with a key eject lock which can help reduce the hazard of child entrapment To lock or unlock the freezer it is necessary to manually hold the key in the lock while turning The tock is spring loaded so the key can not be left in the lock If key is lost a replacement can be obtained from your dealer ora Whirlpool TECH CARE service agent Always give complete model and serial numbers of your freezer when requesting a replacement key Taking care of your freezer Defrosting and cleaning When frost has built up to about 14 inch 6 mm thickness it is time to defrost Use a plastic scraper Do notuse an ice pick knife or other sharp pointed tool as it could damage the liner of the freezer How to freeze food in your freezer Storing frozen food When food is frozen stack packages anywhere in the freezer Make sure that packages do not extend above the top of the cabinet keeping lid from closing Sliding basket Heavy duty aluminum freezer foil kraft paper with cellophane bonded to it special freezer bags jars cartons and special pressure sensitive freezer sealing tape are available at your supermarket or freezer dealer See your How to Freeze Book for packaging material guide Store food that is alike in basket if
8. de bottom of freezer Place a flat pan under the drain or attach a hose to the threaded portion of the adapter and direct the water into a convenient drain 4 Speed the melting of the frost by placing pans of hot water inside the freezer or direct ing air from an electric fan into the freezer or using a garden hose to wash the inside with warm water 5 Wash inside of freezer with a solution of two tablespoons 26 g of baking soda to one quart 95 L of warm water Rinse and dry Wash the gasket strip around the lid and trim strip around the top of the cabinet with warm soapy water Rinse and dry Wash outside of freezer with warm soapy water Rinse and dry 6 Remove hose adapter Re place drain cover and rubber stopper 7 Plug service cord back into wall outlet NOTE Cleaning waxes concen trated detergents bieaches and cleansers containing petroleum products should not be used to clean the lid gasket or plastic parts of the freezer Vacation and mo wears When you take a vacation Arrange to have a periodic check of your freezer to make sure it is operating and electricity to freezer has not been interrupted Shutting off or moving freezer If you shut the freezer off fora period of time more than 24 hours e Remove all food e Unplug freezer e Clean thoroughly using two tablespoons 26 g of baking soda to one quar 95 L of warm water Rin
9. ergents bleaches and cleansers containing petroleum products should not be used to clean plastic parts of the freezer To start freezer Electrical Connection Your freezer should be connected to its own individual receptacle one not controlled by a wall switch Make sure the receptacle provides 120 volt 15 amp 60 Hz AC current For your safety the power supply cord of the freezer is equipped witha three pronged grounding plug It should be plugged into a matching grounded three pronged type wall receptacle Attach retaining clip for cord plug Do not remove the ground prong See electrical require ments and grounding in structions sheet for complete information Set cold control Insert a coin in the slot of the control to turn it To start turn cold control to Number 3 This position will main tain zero zone temperatures under normal operating con ditions Turn the cold control to a higher number for colder temperatures or a lower number forless cold temperatures Let freezer cool before filling Allow freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen food Let it cool overnight before adding a quantity of food to be frozen 2 NOTE When freezer first starts the motor will run all the time until the cabinet is cooled to a safe storage temperature This first cooling may take 6 to 8 hours or longer depending upon the weather and number of times the freezer lid is opened After the ca
10. ing 2 Should you not find a listing dial free the Whirlpool COOL LINE service assistance telephone number 800 253 1301 When calling from Michigan 800 632 2243 Alaska amp Hawaii 800 253 1121 3 If you have a problem Call Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor at the COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or write Mr Stephen E Upton Vice President Whirlpool Corporation Administrative Center 2000 U S 33 North Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 Remember f you must call or write please provide your name address telephone num ber type of appliance brand model serial number date of purchase the dealer s name and a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better re spond to your request for assistance Heipful Hint The model and serial number plate is located on the lower right side corner of the freezer see illustration on front page foryour 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 lt gt Whirlpool ORPORATION FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part Benton Harbor Michigan Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Refrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers
11. r metal edge being careful not to chip finish of freezer and snap out lamp assembly Unplug lamp and re place with lamp of same wat tage and size Order lamp from your Whirlpool dealer Snap light assembly back into place making sure sealing gasket is under outside edge Reconnect freezer 2 If you need service Whirlpool Franchised TECH CARE Service TECH CARE SYMBOL OF QUALITY SERVICE It is reassuring to know that Whirlpool stands behind your new appliance with its network of franchised TECH CARE ser vice companies TECH CARE service is designed to fulfill your warranty and provide the after warranty service and mainte nance to keep your new appli ance in top notch condition anywhere in the United States Whirlpool wants you to get the service that you would expect on quality home appliances If you move To make sure that your appli ance is correctly installed and to insure its continued satisfac tory operation please telephone your nearest TECH CARE service company for installation or to get the name ofa qualified installer Installation cost will of course be paid by you Or If you need service 1 Call the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance or a Whirlpool franchised TECH CARE service Company He is in the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory listed under Refrigerators and Freez ers Repairing or Servicing Also under Washers Dryers Repairing or Servic
12. s of unfrozen food are packed at one time into the freezer the rate of freezing is too slow Poor quality products result PACKAGE AND SEAL CAREFULLY Airtight packaging is the secret of success in freezing foods Containers and wrappings should be moisture vapor proof and packages should be sealed carefully to keep natural moisture in and air out Iffood is not properly wrapped freezer burn will result When this happens food de hydrates and is of poor quality The drugstore fold is recommended for efficiency and economy Bring the edges of the paper together and fold over until it fits tightly around the articles being wrapped at least two folds Caution Do not use any type of electric defroster to speed the defrosting of the freezer The heat can cause damage to some of the interior pars Complete defrosting and cleaning should be done at least once a year In high humidity areas a freezer may need more frequent defrosting Follow these steps 1 Disconnect service cord 2 Remove frozen foods and wrap packages individually in several thicknesses of newspaper and cover witha blanket Food handled this way will stay frozen several hours Remove storage basket and food divider if your freezer has them Wash in warm soapy water Rinse and dry 3 Connect defrost water drain remove drain cover pull out Insert hose adapter pro vided into drain outlet Remove rubber stopper from insi
13. se and dry e Block lid open so air can circulate freely to prevent odor and mold growth Place rubber or wood blocks be tween lid and cabinet Tape blocks securely in place using self adhesive filament tape strapping tape If you move the freezer Remove all food unplug freezer and clean thoroughly e Do not place heavy objects inside or on top of freezer as damage may result e Level freezer when relocated to insure lid sealing CAUTION To help prevent accidents do not allow children to have accesstothe freezer when the dooris 01010 10 Ke 01 10 If you need service or help we suggest you follow these three steps 1 Before calling for service Performance problems offen re sult 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 stay frozen 2 If service is to be interrupted longer than 24 hours do this a Remove all frozen food and store in a frozen food locker Or b Place dry ice on top of food using as large pieces as possible Protect your hands with gloves when using dry ice c If neither food locker stor age nor dry ice is avail able use or can perishable food at once 3 The length of time food will stay frozen depends on sev eral factors For instance
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