Whirlpool EHH-090F User's Manual
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1. the signal light auto matically warns of any un expected power failure When power is being supplied the light will glow If light does not glow check immediately The electric current may be off the freezer may be disconnected from the outlet or the warning light may be burned out Taking care of your freezer Defrosting and cleaning When frost has built up to about 14 inch 6 mm thickness remove by scraping Use a plastic scrapet Do not use 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 PA To freeze food in your freezer When freezer has cooled toa safe storage temperature it may be loaded with frozen 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 Size of Meator Vegetables Freezer Fish or Fruit 6cu ft 12 Ibs 18 Ibs 170L 5 4kg 84kg 9 cu ft 18 lbs 27 Ibs 2551 8 1kg 12 2 kg These amounts are based on USDA recommendations 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 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 natura2. U S A
3. 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 service Whirlpool Franchised TECH CARE Service Whirlpool 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 orto 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 ora 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 Servicing 2 Should you not find a listing dial free the Whirlpool t COOL LINE service assistance telephone number 800 253 1301 When callin
4. e REMEMBER Use the appliance only for the job it was designed to perform See booklet How to Preserve Foods the Modern Way with Your WHIRLPOOL Freezer for complete information and tips on home freezing Energy saving tips Check lid gaskets for tightness of seal Level cabinet properly to assure a good door seal e Keep lid openings toa Basket Model and serial number piate Cold controt Signal light minimum Remove as many items at one time as possible Keep foods organized to eliminate searching e Fill to capacity However do not add too much unfrozen food at one time Follow recom mended loading procedures e Frost should not build up to more than 4 inch 6 mm thick reduces efficiency e Set cold control to provide the right degree of cold tem perature 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 fj A Before starting your freezer 1 Locate it properly Fortop performance locate your freezer ina cool dry well ventilated place out of direct sunlight and away from such heat sources as radiators Pick a safe place indoors away from inflamma bles such as gasoline For proper air circulation allow at least two inches 5 cm of air space at the back and three inches 7 5 cm atthe sides of the freezer Do
5. not cover the freezer with such items as blankets sheets table cloths etc Check the strength ofthe floor make certain it can support the weight of the freezer when it is loaded If hinges need to be removed to get freezer through a doorway follow these steps Check the way the lid makes contact with freezer cabinet to help when replacing lid With the lid closed remove hinge screws from the cabinet and lift off lid To replace lid place it on the cabinet then replace hinge screws Be sure the gasket on the lid is making contact with the cabinet around all four sides 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 at the end and the front of the cabinet If it is necessary to level cabinet use wood shims Do not use card board or other soft material 2 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 warm water and mild soap or detergent rinse thoroughly and dry NOTE Cleaning waxes con centrated detergents bleaches and cleansers containing petroleum products should not be used to clean door gasket or plastic parts of the freezer To start freezer Electrical Connection Your freezer should be connected to its own individual rece
6. this a Remove all frozen food and store in a frozen 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 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 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 1 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 753272 Rev A If frost bullds up on the trim strip around top of cabinet 1 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
7. 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 quart 95 L of warm water Rinse and dry e Block lid open so air can circulate freely to prevent odor and mold growth If freezer has a lock turn the lock to the locked position with the lid open Place rubber or wood blocks between lid and cabinet Tape blocks securely in place using self adhesive filament tape strapping tape If you move the freezer e Remove all food unplug freezer and clean thoroughly e Remove all baskets and dividers 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 access to freezer when lid is Le 0101 10 Ko e188 if you need service or help we suggest you follow these three steps 1 Before calling for service Performance problems often 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
8. CHEST FREEZER Model EHH 060F EHH 090F Model EHH 090F shown lt gt Whirlpool CORPORATION 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 tells you how to start it fill if clean if even what to doif anything goes wrong See handy Seif service Check List on back page of simple problems you can solve yourself without the wasted time and possible expense of aneed 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 Manufacturers that is packed in your freezer Help prevent accidents if you plan to abandon or junk an old freezer Before you use your freezer e Be sure your freezer is properly installed in an appropriate level area and a place suitable for the size function and protection of the freezer e Properly connectto electricity e Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label before freezer is used Use and Care e Do not remove TECH SHEET It is permanently attached to the back of the cabinet It contains technical information required by your service technician e Do not permit children to operate or play with the freezer
9. g 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 Helpful Hint The model and serial number plate is located on the lower right side corner of the freezer see illustration on front page FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this Fse symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance FSP replacement parts will fit ight and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance C N Whirlpool Benton Harbor Michigan Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Refrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Builtin Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Compactois Room Au Conditioners Dehumidifiers Central Heating and Air Conditioning Systems Printed in
10. l moisture in and air out If food 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 Heavy duty aluminum freezer foil kraft paper with cellophane bonded fo 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 Loading Before loading with unfrozen food turn cold control to coldest position highest num ber and let freezer operate for several hours This will speed up the rate of freezing Lay packages to be frozen in a single layer so each rests on the freezing surface of a shelf 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 If in doubt wait 24 hours before adding more unfrozen food When food is frozen return cold control to its usual setting Storing frozen food When food is frozen stack packages any where in the freezer Make sure that packages do not extend above the cabinet edge as they may keep the lid f
11. ptacle 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 with a 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 for less cold temperatures Let freezer cool before filling Allow freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen food Let if cool overnight before add ing a quantity of fresh food to be frozen NOTE When freezer first starts the compressor will run all the time until the cabinet is cooled toa safe storage temperature This first cooling may take 6to 8 hours or longer depending upon the weather and number of times the freezer lid is opened After the cabinet is cooled the compressor turns off It will then turn on and off as needed to keep the freezer ata safe storage temperature Exterior signal light located on the right front of the freezer at the bottom
12. rom closing and sealing 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 4 Disconnect service cord from wall outlet 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 3 Place pans of hot water inside freezer to hasten melting of frost Leave lid open As ice softens and melts it can be removed in large pieces Direct air from an electric fan into the freezer to speed defrosting 4 Remove defrost water with a towel or sponge 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 with warm soapy water Rinse and dry 6 Plug service cord back into wall outlet Return food to freezer NOTE Cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches and cleansers containing petroleum products should not be used to clean the door gasket or plastic parts of the freezer Vacation and moving care When you take a vacation Arrange to have a periodic check of your freezer to make sure it is operating and electricity
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