Frigidaire 20.3 cu. ft. / 575 liter Upright Freezer FFU2064DW
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1. BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLDREFRIGERATOR FREEZER e Remove door lid e Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside Avoid fire hazard or electric shock Donotuse an extension cord oran adapter plug Do notremove any prong from power cord Grounding type wall receptacle Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong from this plug Power supply cord with 3 prong grounding plug Read all instructions before using this freezer For Your Safety Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Read product labels for flammability and other warnings Child Safety e Destroy carton plastic bags and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the freezer is unpacked Children should never use these items for play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation Achild might suffocate if he crawls into a freezer to hide or play Remove the door of a freezer when not in use even if you plan to discard the freezer Many communities have laws requiring you to take this safety precaution e Remove and discard any spacers used to secure the shelves during shipping Small objects are a choke hazard to children Spacer Electrical Information These guidelines must be fo2. instructions for your model Use your freezer only as instructed in this Owner s Guide Energy Saving Ideas A gt PRON sys vey 7 e Ae 2004 Electrolux Home Products Inc All rights reserved The freezer should be located in the coolest area of the room away from heat producing appliances or heating ducts and out of direct sunlight Lethotfoods cool to room temperature before placing in the freezer Overloading the freezer forces the compressor to run longer Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality or spoil Be sure to wrap foods properly and wipe containers dry before placing them in the freezer This cuts down on frost build up inside the freezer Freezer shelves and baskets should not be lined with aluminum foil wax paper or paper toweling Liners interfere with cold air circulation making the freezer less efficient Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches Remove as many items as needed at one time and close door as soon as possible EE SeSe Important Safety Instructions Proper Disposal of Your Refrigerator Freezer NANNI Risk of child entrap ment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators or freezer are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents
3. listed below Electrolux will reimburse the consumer for the actual food spoilage loss in excess of 5 00 per occurrence but not to exceed a cumulative maximum payment of 100 00 provided the food losses A Are reported and the food shown to any Electrolux authorized servicer within 24 hours of the discovery of the loss B Are not occasioned by either the manual disconnection of the electrical power within the premises of the owner or a general power failure C Occur even though the owner exercised reasonable care and diligence to save food per suggestions furnished with the appliance In the U S A your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Home Products Inc We authorize no person to change or add to any of our obligations under this warranty Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by us or an authorized Electrolux Home Products Inc servicer In Canada your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp NORMAL This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use and the consumer is responsible for the RESPONSIBILITIES items listed below OF THE CONSUMER 41 Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product 2 Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in accordance with all local plumbing electrical and or gas codes 3 Proper connection to a grounded power suppl
4. Interior needs to be cleaned Clean interior with sponge warm water and baking soda Foods with strong odors are in the freezer Cover the food tightly Door will not close Freezer is not level It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly This condition can force the cabinet out of square and misalign the door Refer to Leveling in the First Steps section Floor is uneven or weak Freezer rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Be sure floor can adequately support freezer Level the freezer by putting wood or metal shims under the freezer or brace the floor supporting the freezer Light bulb is not on Light bulb is burned out Follow directions under Interior Light in the Freezer Features section No electric current is reaching the freezer See OCCURRENCE Freezer does not run 10 FREEZER WARRANTY Your freezer is protected by this warranty WARRANTY PERIOD THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS WE WILL THE CONSUMER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY One year from original purchase date Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance which prove to be defective in materials or workmanship Costs of service calls that are listed under NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER LIMITED 2 5 YEAR WARRANTY Sealed System Second through fifth years from original purchase date Repair or replace any part
5. The light glows even when the temperature control is turned to OFF Ifthe light goes out refer to Freezer does not run in the Avoid Service Checklist Temp Alarm audible only or audible with warning light see Figure 1 This feature is designed to provide a warning of a possible malfunction If the temperature of the food rises to a level unsafe for long term storage the buzzer will sound The red light if equipped will also glow The Temp Alarm feature operates on household electricity If power fails the alarm will not function An ON OFF switch allows you to deactivate the Temp Alarm when not wanted The freezer is shipped with the Temp Alarm in the OFF position After freezer has run approximately 4 hours the red light if equipped will go off Then you may activate the Temp Alarm without the alarm sounding Press the ON switch to activate the Temp Alarm To deactivate press the OFF switch Ifthe alarm sounds be sure freezer is properly leveled and the door closes freely and seals properly If you suspect a technical malfunction call an authorized servicerimmediately TEMP ALARM ELECTRONIC MODELS This feature is designed to provide a warning if the inside temperatures reach an unsafe level The Temp Alarm Feature operates on household electricity It will not function if household electricity is interrupted When the freezer is initially plugged in the red Temp Alarm Indicator Light blinks The indicator light will c
6. Use e Care Manual Freezer a Product Registration 2 Energy Saving Ideas 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 First Steps 005 4 Setting q the Temperature Contro 5 lt Freezer Optional Features 5 6 a Care and Cleaning Power Failure Freezer Failure 8 A SS SS 9 Avoid Service Checklist 9 10 a a ae Warranty naana aana 11 READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P N 216960000A Mar 2004 Product Registration Version en espanol Si desea obtener una copia en espanol de este Manual del Usuario s rvase escribir a la direcci n que se incluye a continuaci n Solicite la P N 216960100 Spanish Owner s Guides Electrolux Home Products P O Box 212378 Augusta GA 30917 The information contained in this Owner s Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and care for your product Please read through the information contained in your literature pack to learn more about your new appliance Record Your Model and Serial Numbers Record the Model No and Serial No of this freezer in the space provided below Model No Serial No Register Your Product The self addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD shown left should be filled in completely signed and returned to Electrolux Home Products This Owner s Guide provides operating
7. and clean the freezer Secure allloose items such as base panel baskets and shelves by taping them securely in place to prevent damage In the moving vehicle secure freezer in an upright position and secure to prevent movement Also protect outside of freezer with a blanket or similar item If a power failure occurs frozen foods will stay frozen for at least 24 hours if the freezer is kept closed Ifthe power failure continues pack seven or eight pounds of dry ice into the freezer every 24 hours Look in the Yellow Pages under Dry Ice Dairies or Ice Cream Manufacturers for local dry ice suppliers Always wear gloves and use caution when handling dry ice If the freezer has stopped operating see Freezer does not run in the Avoid Service Checklist Section of this manual If you cannot solve the problem call an authorized servicer immediately Ifthe freezer remains off for several hours follow the directions above for the use of dry ice during a power failure If necessary take the food to a local locker plant until the freezer is ready to operate Look in the Yellow Pages under Frozen Food Locker Plants I Avoid Service Checklist Before calling for service review this list It may save you both time and expense This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance OCCURRENCE SOLUTION Freezer does not run e Check to ensure that freezer is not plu
8. et shelf down Drop Front upright models The Drop Front located at the bottom of the freezer provides a separate compartment for small irregular shaped items or large bulky items Liftthe front up and out to remove Care and Cleaning Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces Do not touch interior metal surfaces with wet or damp hands Drain Tube Figure 2 6 ADAPTOR a T a SD ai S6 DEFROST va DRAIN PLUG Figure 3 ee ae DRAIN Te lt PLUG Some upright freezers are frost free and defrost automatically but should be cleaned occasionally Between Defrostings To avoid frequent defrosting occasionally use a plastic scraper to remove frost Scrape with a pulling motion Never use a metal instrument to remove frost Defrosting m CAUTION Freezer must be unplugged to avoid electrical hazard from power source when defrosting unit It is important to defrost and clean freezer when to inch of frost has accumulated Frost may tend to accumulate faster on upper part of the freezer due towarm moist air entering the freezer when the door is opened Remove food and leave the door open when defrosting the freezer On upright models with a defrost drain Figure 1 remove drain plug on the inside floor of the freezer by pulling straight out To access external drain tube on models with a base panel first remove the two screws from
9. ey into the lock and turn The key pops out of the lock after it has been turned Interior Light The light comes on automatically when the door is opened To replace the light bulb turn the temperature control to OFF and unplug the electrical cord Replace the old bulb with a bulb of the same wattage Adjustable Shelf upright models This shelf can be moved to one of two positions Lift the shelf up and out to move to the desired position Defrost Drain The defrost drain provides a method of draining the water during defrosting and cleaning See Defrosting in Care and Cleaning Section Slide Aside Basket chest models This basket helps organize odd shaped items To reach other packages in the freezer slide the basket aside or lift out Divider Drain Pan chest models The Divider Drain Pan doubles as a convenient storage area and serves asa shallow drain pan when defrosting To remove lift pan straight up out of the supports and out of the chest Fast Freezing Shelves upright models These shelves contain cooling coils to freeze foods quickly and allow cold air to constantly circulate throughout the freezer Do not use sharp metal objects such as ice picks or scrapers to clean the shelves This could damage the shelves and reduce their cooling ability These shelves are not adjustable Tilt Out Shelf This shelf is located inside on the freezer door and provides additional storage space To access an item tilt top of bask
10. gged into a circuit that has ground fault interrupt If you are unsure about the outlet have it checked by a certified technician e Temperature control is in the OFF position See Setting the Temperature Control section e Freezer may not be plugged in or plug may be loose Be sure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet e House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped Check reset circuit breaker or replace fuse with 15 amp time delay fuse e Power outage Check house lights Call local electric company Freezer runs too much or too long e Room or outside weather is too hot It is normal for the freezer to work harder under these conditions e Freezer has recently been disconnected for a period of time Freezer requires 4 hours to cool down completely e Large amounts of warm water or hot food have been stored recently Warm food will cause the freezer to run more until the desired temperature is reached e Door is kept open too long or too frequently Warm air enters the freezer every time the door is opened Open the door less often e Freezer door may be slightly open See OCCURRENCE Door Problems e Temperature control is set too cold Turn the control knob to a warmer setting Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize e Freezer gasket is dirty worn cracked or poorly fitted Clean or change gasket Leaks in the door seal will cause freezer to run longer in order to maintain desired te
11. halfway open To Level Chest Unit If needed add metal or wood shims between feet pads and floor Cleaning e Wash any removable parts the freezer interior and exterior with mild detergent and warm water Wipe dry DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS ON THESE SURFACES e Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels Any glue left from the tape can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent or touch the residue with the sticky side of tape already removed DO NOT REMOVE THE SERIAL PLATE DOOR REMOVAL UPRIGHT MODELS If door must be removed UNPLUG THE UNIT 1 Gently lay freezer on its back on a rug or blanket 2 Remove two base screws and base panel Remove wire from clips on bottom of cabinet Figure 1 3 Unplug connector if required by holding the cabinet connector in place and pulling door connector out Figure 1 Remove bottom hinge screws Figure 1 Remove plastic top hinge cover Remove screws from top hinge Remove top hinge from cabinet Remove door and bottom hinge from cabinet To replace door reverse the above order and securely tighten all screws to prevent hinge slippage LID REMOVAL CHEST MODELS See Instructions on Hinge label UNPLUG THE UNIT Base Panel Base Panel Screws Hinge Screws Figure 1 A Wire Door Connector o NOA Clips aaa Cabinet Connect
12. if necessary Cleaning the Inside After defrosting wash inside surfaces of the freezer with a solution of two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart 1 136 litres warm water Rinse and dry Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the area of the controls or any electrical parts Wash the removable parts with the baking soda solution mentioned above or mild detergent and warm water Rinse and dry Never use metallic scouring pads brushes abrasive cleaners or alkaline solutions on any surface Do not wash removable parts ina dishwasher Cleaning the Outside Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth Replace parts and food Power Failure Freezer Failure m WARNING If leaving freezer door open while on vacation make certain that children cannot get into the freezer and become entrapped NOTE Do not open freezer door unnecessarily if freezer is off for several hours Vacation and Moving Tips Short Vacations Leave the freezer operating during vacations of less than three weeks Long Vacations Ifthe freezer will not be used for several months remove all food and unplug the power cord Clean and dry the interior thoroughly To prevent odor and mold growth leave the freezer door open slightly blocking itopen ifnecessary Moving Disconnectthe power cord plug from the wall outlet Remove foods then defrost
13. llowed to ensure that safety mechanisms in the design of this freezer will operate properly e Refer to the serial plate for correct electrical rating The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for protection against shock hazards It must be plugged directly into its own properly grounded three prong receptacle protected with a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker The receptacle must be installed in accordance with the local codes and ordinances Consult a qualified electrician Receptacles protected by Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters GFCI are NOT RECOMMENDED DO NOT use an extension cord or adapter plug e If voltage varies by 10 percent or more freezer performance may be affected Operating the freezer with insufficient power can damage the motor Such damage is not covered under the warranty If yoususpect your household voltage is high or low consult your power company for testing e Toprevent the freezer from being turned off accidentally do not plug unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord e Do not pinch knot or bend power cord in any manner Other Precautions e To defrost freezer always unplug unit first e Never unplug the freezer by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle e Turning the control to OFF turns off the compressor but does not disconnect power to other electrical components First Ste
14. mperature Temperature inside freezer are too e Temperature control is set too cold Turn the control to a warmer cold setting Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Temperature inside freezer are too e Temperature control is set too warm Turn the control to a colder warm setting Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize e Door is kept open too long or too frequently Warm air enters the freezer every time the door is opened Open the door less often e Freezer door may be slightly open See OCCURRENCE Door Problems e Large amounts of warm water or hot food have been stored recently Wait until the freezer has had a chance to reach its selected temperature e Freezer has recently been disconnected for a period of time Freezer requires 4 hours to cool down completely Temperature of external freezer e The exterior freezer walls can be as much as 30 F warmer than room surface is warm temperature This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heat from inside the freezer cabinet EE SeSe OCCURRENCE SOLUTION Louder sound levels whenever freezer is ON Modern freezers have increased storage capabilities and more even temperatures They require a high efficiency compressor When the surrounding noise level is low you might hear the compressor running while it cools the interior Louder sound levels when compressor comes ON Freezer operates at higher
15. ontinue to blink until the freezer has reached a safe freezing temperature If a malfunction causes an unsafe temperature inside the freezer the red light will blink and the buzzer will sound To silence the buzzer press the ALARM OFF button The Indicator Light will continue to blink until a safe freezing temperature is again reached If the problem is not resolved within 12 hours the buzzer will turn on again Ifthe ALARM OFF button is not pressed the buzzer will turn itself off automatically after 48 hours but the red Temp Alarm Light will continue to blink 5 EE SeSe Freezer Optional Features continued Blue Defrost Button Slide Aside Basket Tilt Out Shelf Blue Defrost button Some Chest Models IMPORTANT It is time to defrost and clean the freezer when the blue defrost button is completely covered with frost Power Cord Clamp The clamp prevents the power cord from being accidently unplugged Remember when removing or replacing the electrical cord to remove or replace the power cord clamp Slide Out Basket upright models The Slide Out Basket located at the bottom of the freezer provides separate storage space for items that are difficult to store on freezer shelves To remove the basket pull out and lift up Security Lock with Pop Out Key This security lock fastens the door snugly ensuring that stored food is secure To lock or unlock the freezer push the k
16. or Ke Setting the Temperature Control Cool Down Period e For safe food storage allow 4 hours for freezer to cool down completely The freezer will run continuously for the first several hours Foods that are already frozen may be placed in freezer after the first few hours of operation Unfrozen foods should NOT be loaded into freezer until freezer has operated for 4 hours e When loading freezer freeze only 3 pounds of fresh food per cubic foot of freezer space at one time Distribute packages to be frozen evenly throughout the freezer Itis not necessary to turn control knob to a colder setting while freezing food Temperature Control The temperature control is located inside the freezer on upright models and on the left outside wall on chest models The temperature is factory preset to provide satisfactory food storage temperatures However the temperature control is ad justable to provide a range of temperatures for your personal satisfaction If a colder temperature is desired turn the temperature control knob toward COLD EST and allow several hours for temperatures to stabilize between adjustments Cold Control Freezer Optional NOTE Features Your freezer may have some or all of the features listed below Become familiar with these features and their use and care Power On Light The Power On Light indicates that the freezer is properly connected to electrical power
17. pressures during the start of the ON cycle This is normal Sound will level off or disappear as freezer continues to run Popping or cracking sound when compressor comes ON Metal parts undergo expansion and contraction as in hot water pipes This is normal Sound will level off or disappear as freezer continues to run Bubbling or gurgling sound like water boiling Refrigerant used to cool freezer is circulating throughout the system This is normal Vibrating or rattling noise Freezer is not level It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Level the unit Refer to Leveling in the First Steps section Floor is uneven or weak Freezer rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Be sure floor can adequately support freezer Level the freezer by putting wood or metal shims under part of the freezer Freezer is touching the wall Level the freezer or move freezer slightly Refer to Leveling in the First Steps section Moisture forms on inside freezer walls Moisture forms on outside of freezer Weather is hot and humid which increases internal rate of frost build up This is normal Door is slightly open See OCCURRENCE Door Problems Door is kept open too long or is opened too frequently Open the door less often Door is slightly open causing the cold air from inside the freezer to meet warm moist air from outside See OCCURRENCE Door Problems Odor in freezer
18. propriate payment record The date on the bill establishes the SERVICE warranty period should service be required If service is performed it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts This written warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights that vary from state to state Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux Home Products Inc This warranty only applies in the 50 states of the U S A Puerto Rico and Canada Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice All warranties are made by Electrolux Home Products Inc In Canada your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp 01 U FR 02 Rev 01 2002 USA 800 944 9044 Electrolux Home Products Inc P O Box 212378 Augusta GA 30917 Canada 866 213 9397 Electrolux Canada Corp 6150 McLaughlin Road Mississauga Ontario L5R 4C2 11 Notes
19. ps 3 AIR SPACE Installation DISCARD THE 4 CRATING SCREWS AND 2 WOOD BASES _ Unpacking and Leveling Upright Freezers A CAUTION To allow door to close and seal properly DO NOT let food packages extend past the front of shelves WJ Se Shelf Front 2 Before starting the freezer follow these important first steps Installation e Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet The freezer should be located where surrounding temperatures will notexceed 110 F 43 C Temperatures of 32 F 0 C and below will NOT affect freezer operation Additional compressor heaters are not recommended e Allow space around the unit for good aircirculation Leave a3 inch 75mm space on all sides of the freezer for adequate circulation Leveling The freezer must have all bottom corners resting firmly on a solid floor The floor must be strong enough to support a fully loaded freezer NOTE It is VERY IMPORTANT for your freezer to be level in order to function properly If the freezer isnotleveled during installatioin the door may be misaligned and not close or seal properly causing cooling frost or moisture problems To Level Upright Unit After discarding crating screws and wood base use a carpenter s level to level the freezer from front to back Adjust the plastic leveling feetin front 2 bubble higher so that the door closes easily when left
20. s in the Sealed Refrigeration System compressor condenser evaporator drier and tubing which prove to be defective in materials or workmanship and provide the labor to install such part Diagnostic costs and any removal transportation and reinstallation costs which are required because of service Costs for labor parts and transportation other than with respect to the Sealed Refrigeration System LIMITED 6 10 YEAR WARRANTY Compressor Only Sixth through tenth years from original purchase date Provide a replacement for any compressor which proves to be defective in materials or workmanship Diagnostic costs and any removal transportation and reinstallation costs which are required because of service Costs for labor parts and transportation other than the cost of the replacement compressor itself LIMITED WARRANTY Applicable to the State of Alaska Time periods listed above All of the provisions of the full and limited warranties above and the exclusions listed below apply Costs of the technician s travel to the home and any costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance required because of service THREE YEAR LIMITED FOOD SPOILAGE PLAN During the first three years from original purchase date If food loss results because of defects in materials or workmanship during the time periods listed above and applies to the limitations stated in the normal responsibilities of the consumer
21. the base panel Locate the drain tube near the left center under the freezer Place a shallow pan under the drain tube Defrost water will drain out Check pan occasionally so water does not overflow A inch garden hose adapter can be used to drain the freezer directly into a floor drain If your model is not equipped with an adapter one can be purchased at most hardware stores Replace the drain plug when defrosting and cleaning are completed Ifthe drain is leftopen warm air may enter freezer On chest models with a defrost drain place a shallow pan or the Divider Drain Pan some models beneath the drain outlet Figure 2 A 2 inch garden hose adaptercan be used to drain the freezer directly into a floor drain Figure 3 Ifyour model is not equipped with an adapter one can be purchased at most hardware stores Pull out the drain plug inside the freezer and pull off the outside defrost drain plug Figure 4 Defrost water will drain out Check pan occasionally so water does not overflow Replace the drain plugs when defrosting is completed On models withoutadefrostdrain place towels ornewspapers onthe freezer bottom to catch the frost The frost will loosen and fall Remove towels and or newspapers Ifthe frost is soft remove it by using a plastic scraper Ifthe frostis glazed and hard filldeep pans with hot water and place them on the freezer bottom Close the freezer door Frost should soften in about 15 minutes Repeatthis procedure
22. y of sufficient voltage replacement of blown fuses repair of loose connections or defects in house wiring 4 Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory 5 Damages to finish after installation 6 Replacement of light bulbs and or fluorescent tubes on models with these features EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not cover the following 1 CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY NOTE Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you 2 Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material or for appliances not in ordinary household use The consumer shall pay for such service calls 3 Damages caused by services performed by servicers other than Electrolux Home Products Inc or its authorized servicers use of parts other than genuine Electrolux Home Products Inc parts obtained from persons other than such servicers or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply or acts of God 4 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined IF YOU NEED Keep your bill of sale delivery slip or some other ap
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