Whirlpool EH1500 User's Manual
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1. Level chest freezer from end to end and front to back so that the lid will seal properly Check with level Clean it Clean your freezer before using it See cleaning instructions on page Plug it in 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle Retaining Clip Power Cord 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 Attach retaining clip over power cord plug from literature package inside the freezer Using your freezer Setting 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 17 8 C under normal operating conditions Me D f0 The sliding baskets can be moved from side to side or removed when loading or unloading food below it To remove Lift baskets out To replace Lower baskets into place The key eject lock reduce can help the hazard of child entrapment The signal light automatically warns of any unexpected power failure If the signal light is not glowing immediately check e for power2. it ip ei ed tis welt iti Phe ee EV N use amp care guide a a de a as a E FREEZER Model EH1500 yers Freezers Refrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumic Please read this Use and Care Guide before you do anything else This booklet tells you how to start your freezer de frost it clean it and adjust controls Treat your new freezer with care Use it only to do what chest freezers are designed to do Parts and features Key Eject Lock Baskets Temperature Control Model and Serial Number Plate Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here When you need service or call with a question have this information ready Mode Number 4 Complete Model and Serial Numbers from the plate located as shown 2 Purchase date from sales invoice Serial Number Copy this information in these spaces Keep this book your warranty and sales invoice together in a handy place There is no warranty registration fo re turn Proof of purchase is all that is required for in war ea A E E ranty service Service Company and Telephone Number Purchase Date Contents SAFETY FIRST 1 ee 3 The n uo ee ee E ee ree z YOU PLUGITIN 3 Energy Saving TIDS 0 6 0 eee eee aa Laces EE ET E ETE 4 CLEANING YOUR FREEZER 6 level Chest Freezer 0 00255 4
3. Clanna Chorn sersa erain nites Cedam eroatea a E 82 4 SHUTTING OFF AND MOVING PUTO anrea tended Race eh Saute oo A YOURFREEZER 0e0e 6 USING YOUR FREEZER 5 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE Setting the Temperature Control 5 1 Before Calling For Assistance r4 Adjusting the Temperature Control 5 2 If You Need Assistance 7 Cooling Freezer First 0 0 00 ee 5 3 If You Need Service 5 55 7 The Sliding Baskets 505ees 5 4 If You Have a Problem 05 7 The Key Eject LOCK ouaaa 9 1985 Whirlpool Corporation ao m TI O AJ m 0 a gt 70 on gt g T1 m gt AJ mi 72 is w gt TT rm j lt Safety first Chiid entrapment and suffocation are no things of the past Junked or aban doned freezers are still dangerous even if they will just sitin the garage a few days If you are getting rid of your old freezer do it safely Please read the enclosed safety booklet from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers Help pre vent accidents Before you plug it in IMPORTANT Before using your freezer you are personally re e is properly maintained sponsible for making sure that it is out of the weather e is installed and levelled ona floorthat willholdthe e is used in an area where the room temperature weight and in an area suitable for its size and u
4. interruption e for an unplugged power cord e for a burned out signal light 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 nate searching Adjusting the temperature control 1 Turn control to higher number for colder temper atures 2 Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures Cooling freezer first Allow freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen 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 tem perature and the number of times fhe freezer lid is opened After the cabinet is cooled the compressor will turn on and off as needed to keep freezer at proper temperature weg ET he ee Bele 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 service agency for a replacement Always give the complete model and serial number of your freezer when requesting a re placement key To replace 1 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 no
5. e 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 Do not use wax on plastic parts Waxing painted metal surfaces provides rust protection e Use plastic scraper to remove frost e Place pans of hot water in freezer with lid open to speed melting Directing air from an electric 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 Cleaning chart Part What to use Removable parts Sponge or cloth mild baskets detergent and warm water Outside sponge cloth or paper towel mild detergent appliance wax or good auto paste wax Inside walls Plastic scraper pans of hot water electric fan sponge or towel baking soda and warm water to the liner and interior parts Lid 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 Shutting off and moving your freezer _If freezer is shut off for more than 24 hours Remove and store all food Unplug freezer Clean th
6. ident 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 O me m gt Z 0 Qn T Cc Z O T TI gt O lt Z mn lt O a Z m m g Si m AJ lt O m O 7 gt Nn QN ae gt Z O m ol Appliances lt gt Whit Home ao Making your world a little easier Part No 730202 1985 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A ce Makers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Automatic Washers Clothes Or
7. laska 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 ofter 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 ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS lt gt Whirlpool TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR OR WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERYICE CO 123 Maple pe 999 9999 WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple 999 9999 OR WASHING MACHINES ORYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Mapie 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 Consultants or if you prefer write to Mr Stephen E Upton senior Vice Pres
8. ld 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 fo 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 to run too long 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 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 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 800 632 2243 A
9. oroughly See Cleaning your freezer page 6 Block tid 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 a WN If you move the freezer 4 Remove the sliding baskets 2 Do not place objects inside or on top of cabinet 3 Level properly to ensure good lid seal WARNING Do not allow children near the freezer when the lid is blocked open They may become injured or trapped 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 oft Learn how long power will be off by calling the power company e If 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 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 co
10. se will not exceed 110 F 43 3 C e is connected only to the right kind of ouflet withthe e is not run where there are explosive fumes right electrical supply and grounding Refer to is not used by those who may not understand your Electrical Requirements and Grounding how it should be used Pees e is not loaded with food before it has time to get e is used only for jobs expected of chest freezers properly cold is not near an oven radiator or other heat source Install properly MMO A o Allow room to open lid a _ 2 Inches at back gt Eee g 3 inches 3 inches _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 at least 3 inches 7 5 cm air space on alll 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 service agency 5 Do not cover the freezer with items such as blankets sheets tablecloths etc If required by sanitation code seal the cabinet to the floor with the approved floor seal kit This kit Part No 702509 can be purchased from your Whirlpool Ap pliance Dealer or from Whirlpool Corporation LaPorte Division 1900 Whirlpool Drive LaPorte Indiana 46350
11. t fo chip finish on freezer 3 Unplug burned out signal light and replace with a new one Signal light can be ordered from your service agency 4 Then snap light assembly into place 5 Plug power cord into outlet Pee Sr et e Fill to capacity Follow recommended procedures for freezing foods e Set Temperature Control to provide temperatures around O 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 6 mm thick 5 a ad LRT a P elana a TAAR PSR I a gaa ee C Z lt O a A Ti AJ m m N m AD 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 atleast 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 baskets NOTE Wrap frozen packages in several layers of newspaper and cover with a blanket Food will stay frozen several hours 4 Clean freezer according to the following directions After defrosting 1 Plug in freezer 2 See directions for Setting the Temperature Con trol page 5 How to clean e Wash with warm water and a mild detergent e Rinse and dry e Wash with warm water and a mild detergent e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers e Rins
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