Whirlpool EH060FXK User's Manual
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1. Check fuse box or circuit breaker 3 Check electric company for a 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 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 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 ing With the tid closed press down firmly on the edges or at the center of the lid This pres sure 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 SINIH JOVAOLS GOOd O gt fe z gt z 0 ie lt z 2 c s m IDIAAIS NNIVO 340439 2 If you need service If your WHIRLPOOL O Whirpool appliance ever needs mneniite service anywhere in TECH CARE the United States help is just a phone call away to your nearest Whirlpool franchised SYMBOL TECH CARE service OF QUALITY representative SERVICE Whirlpool maintains a nationwide network of franchised TECH CARE service companies to ful fill your warranty and provide after warranty ser vice and maintenance to keep your WHIRLP2. and Ser vice label on the inside lid This permanent label provides immediate information should it be needed Do not remove Tech Sheet permanently attached to back of cabinet Clean It Clean your freezer before using it See clean ing instructions on page 4 Plug It In 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle N Freezer power cord 3 prong grounding plug Recommended Grounding Method A 120 Volt 60 Hz AC only 15 ampere fused electrical supply is required It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appli ance be provided The receptacle should not be controlled 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 Using your freezer Setting the Cold Control 1 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 Adjusting Cold Control e Turn control to higher number for colder temperatures 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 food Note When freezer is first started the compressor will run constantly until the cabinet is cooled It may take u
3. pick knife or other sharp pointed tool or any type of electric defroster to defrost freezer They can cause damage fo the liner and interior parts Lid gasket Sponge soft cloth or e Wash with mild detergent and warm paper towel mild water detergent warm water e Rinse and dry DO NOT USE cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum on plastic parts 4 Freezing food in your freezer 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 TO FREEZE AT ONE TIME Sizeof Meator Vegetables Freezer Fish or Fruit 6 cu ft 12 Ibs 18 Ibs 170L 5 4kg 8 1kg 9 cu ft 418lbs 27 Ibs 255L 84kg 12 2 kg These amounts are based on USDA recom mendations If too many packages 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 ery wrapped When this happens food de hydrates and is of poor quality To wrap foods TTT RUFFINO IKA 4 Cut sheet of wrapping material about one thi
4. see Step 2 or write Mr Guy Turner Vice President Whirlpool Corporation Administrative Center 2000 U S 33 North Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 If you must call or write please provide your name address telephone number type of appli ance brand model serial number date of pur chase the dealer s name and a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for qualify 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 R Benton Harbor Michigan Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Retfrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Built in Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Quality Our way of life lt gt Whirlpool Home ppliances Part No 727552 Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumiditiers Central Heating and Air Conditioning Systems Printed in U S A
5. CHEST FREEZER lt gt Models EHO6OFXK Whirlpool EHO9OFXK Use and Care First Child entrapment and suffocation are not things of the past Junked or abandoned freezers are still dan gerous even if they will just sit in the garage a few days If you are getting rid of your old freezer do it safely Please read the enclosed safety book let from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers Help prevent accidents Cold Control Basket Model and Serial Copy Your Model Number a Number Plate and Serial Number Here Light When youneed service or call with a question have this information ready 1 Complete Model and Se rial Numbers from the plate on the lower right side of the cabinet 2 Purchase date from sales slip or date installed Purchase Installation Date Copy this information in these spaces Keep this book your warranty and Service Company and Telephone Number sales slip together in a handy place Model Number Serial Number Before you plug itin 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 outlet with the right electric supply and grounding see page 3 eis used only for jobs expected of home freezers e is properly maintained e isi
6. OOL appliance in peak condition You ll find your nearest TECH CARE service com pany listed in your local telephone book Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR Should you not find a listing dial the Whirlpool COOL LINE service assis tance toll free telephone number Continental U S Dial 800 253 1304 In Michigan Dial 800 632 2243 Alaska and Hawaii Dial 800 253 1121 If you move lo make sure that your appliance is correctly installed and to insure ifs continued satisfactory operation please telephone your nearest TECH CARE service company for instal lation or to get the name of a qualified installer Installation cost will of course be paid by you Helpful hints You can help your TECH CARE ser vice representative give you faster service if you include the model and serial number of your appliance when requesting service Also retain your sales slip and warranty to verify your war ranty status Remember Your TECH CARE service represen tative is specially trained in the expert repairing and servicing of your WHIRLPOOL appliances He can help you maintain the quality originally built into your WHIRLPOOL appliance So why not take the time now to look up his telephone number and jot it down in the space provided on the cover 3 If you have a problem Call Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor at the COOL LINE service assistance telephone number
7. ed open To restart freezer see Using your freezer page 3 If you need service or help we suggest you follow these three steps 1 Before calling for service 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 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 fro zen 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 storage nor dry ice is available use or can perishable food at once 3 The length of time food will stay frozen 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 or is 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
8. n a dry sheltered area e is used in an area where the room tempera ture will not exceed 110 F 43 3 C is not run where there are explosive fumes e isnot 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 e is not near an oven radiator or other heat Install Properly ne S Allow room to openlid 2 inches at back 3 inches 3 inches 1 Check the strength of the floor It should hold weight of fully loaded freezer 2 Allow at least 3 inches 7 5 cm air space on sides of freezer and 2 inches 5 cm at back Leave room attop for lid to open all the way 3 If lid needs to be removed to get freezer through the doorway follow these steps e Check the way the tid sits on the cabinet to help when replacing e With lid closed remove hinge screws from the cabinet e Lift off lid To replace Place lid on cabinet e Replace hinge screws Check to be sure lid gasket is making contact with cabinet on all four sides 4 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 x Remove Sales Label Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label before using the freezer Remove any left over glue with rubbing alcohol Note DO NOT REMOVE the Care
9. ontrol to the usual setting After food is frozen stack packages any where in the freezer Packages should not extend above the cabinet edge orthey may keep the lid from closing and sealing properly Foods to be frozen near side wall Packages already frozen Energy Saving Tips e Check lid gasket and level cabinet to as sure a good lid seal e Keep lid openings to a minimum Remove several items at one time Keep contents organized to eliminate searching e Fill to capacity Follow recommended pro cedures for freezing foods e Do not let frost build up to more than 1 inch 6 mm thick e Set Cold Control to provide temperatures around OF 22 C There is no need to store foods below 0 F 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 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 blocks between lid and cabinet for air circulation Tape in place with self adhesive filament tape If you move the freezer e Remove the sliding basket e Do not place objects inside or on top of cabinet e Level properly to insure good door seal CAUTION To heip prevent accidents do not allow children near the freezer when the lid is block
10. p to 6 to 8 hours or longer depending on room temperature 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 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 air so the walls of the freezer may be warm Exterior Signal Light automatically warns of any unexpected power failure Signal light cover If the signal light is not glowing immediately check e for power interruption e the power plug it may be disconnected from the outlet e the warning 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 if under the end of metal edge of the 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 cord into outlet ao m n 0 kasd m c 2 z 0 lt se c a 7 a faa m N m a Cc 2 zZz 0 lt e i ra n a m m N m re Sliding Basket can be moved from side to side when load ing or unloading food below it The basket also can be lif
11. rd longer than distance around food to be wrapped Place wrapping sheet on flat surface with food in center of sheet i ETE 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 4321384 YNOA ONINVITD SINIH JOVAOIS GOO4 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 the Modern Way with Your WHIRLPOOL Freezer for complete information and tips on home freezing Loading 1 Before freezing large quantities of food turn Cold Control to highest position and let freezer operate for several hours 2 To speed freezing place unfrozen pack ages near a side wall Leave space be tween packages 3 Add more unfrozen food after first load is frozen approximately 18 to 24 hours Stack frozen packages in center of freezer 4 After all food is frozen return Cold C
12. ted out of the freezer completely Cleaning your freezer The freezer should be cleaned when frost has e Remove food items and sliding basket built up to about inch 6 mm thickness Com plete defrosting and cleaning should be done at least once a year In high humidity areas a freezer may need more frequent defrosting Note Wrap frozen foods and packages in sev eral layers of newspaper and cover with a blan ket Food will stay frozen several hours After defrosting plug in freezer Follow direc To clean your freezer tions for Setting the Cold Control page 3 e Unplug it Removable sliding Mild detergent and e Wash with warm water and a mild basket warm water detergent e Rinse and dry Outside Sponge cloth or e Wash with warm water and a mild paper towel mild detergent detergent e Rinse and dry e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers Waxing is recommended in high humidity areas Use a good auto paste wax or an appliance wax on painted metal surfaces Inside walls Plastic scraper pans of e Use plastic scraper to remove frost hot water electric fan e Place pans of hot water in freezer with sponge or towel lid open to speed melting Directing baking soda warm air from an electric fan into the freezer water 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
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