Whirlpool EVllOC User's Manual
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1. 4 Remove Sales Labels 4 Cleanit 4 PIGON Le une fat daui rss ire 4 USING YOUR FREEZER 5 Setting the Temperature Control 5 Adjusting the Temperature Control 5 Cooling Freezer First 5 The Power Saving Control 5 Removing the Bottom Trivet 5 Energy Saving Tips 5 ac rise SA CLEANING YOUR FREEZER Cleaning Chart FREEZING FOOD IN YOUR FREEZER Packaging and Sealing Food To Wrap Foods Loading Storing Frozen Food VACATION AND MOVING CARE VOCOTIONS 5 nement Dates Shutting Off and Moving IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE 10 FREEZER WARRANTY REIMBURSEMENT FOR FOOD LOSSES 12 CENTRE oy ee rene 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Safety first Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned freezers are still dan gerous even if they will just sit in the garage for 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 Manu facturers Help prevent accidents Before you plug it in IMPORTANT Before using your freezer you are personally re sponsible for making sure that it e is installed and levelled on a floor that will hold the weight and in an area suitable for its size and use e is2. e gt 7 m Z on e lt 6 gt Oo Z gt z O S zZ O gt mm If you move the freezer 4 Remove bottom trivet 2 Do not place objects inside cabinet 3 Level properly to ensure good door seal CAUTION To help prevent accidents do not al low children near the freezer when the door Is blocked open To restart freezer see Using your freezer page 5 If you need service or assistance we suggest you follow these five 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 off 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 If 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 cold longer than a freezer partially filled And a freezer full of meat will stay cold longer than a
3. 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 See individual electrical requirements and ground ing instruction sheet in your literature package Using your freezer Setting the temperature control Adjusting the temperature control To start turn control to the middle of the dial This setting is designed to maintain the temperature at or near O F 17 8 C under normal operating conditions LO HUMIDITY SAVE POWER ON LO SETTING HI HUMIDITY The Power Saving Control operates electric heaters These heaters help pre vent moisture from forming on the outside of the freezer when humidity is high 1 Use the OFF setting when humidity is low 2 Use the ON setting only if moisture forms on the outside of the freezer Removing the bottom trivet makes freezer bottom cleaning easier To remove 1 Lift front of trivet out of supports 2 Pull out To replace 1 Position back of trivet on the rear wall supports 2 Lower front into place Energy saving tips You can help your freezer use less electricity e Check door gasket and level freezer to assure a good door seal e Clean the cond
4. connected only to the right kind of outlet with the right electrical supply and grounding Refer to your Electrical Requirements and Grounding Instructions e is used only for jobs expected of home freezers e is not near an oven radiator or other heat source NS ETAT ORE STI RE OED NTRP EPS PA INES SAP AR CMR Re ARMS Dp AS DEL ea eA LE Ban coule ie ape ae SRY A SLY EPEC Es A AEE e I hl AA PE Po 2 TE IED USA REA OT SEER ie e is properly maintained s is out of the weather e is used in an area where the room temperature will not exceed 110 F 43 3 C e is not run where there are explosive fumes e is not used by those who may not understand how it should be used e is not loaded with food before it has time to get properly cold Hal BAS Re ila i LR rD EG gt wo m m 0 a Laa c o Z 9 e D gt 7 on gt z Oo mn m 2 c a m N e o gt m m lt Install properly o 3 inches 1 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 3 inches 7 5 cm air space on top of freezer for proper ventilation 4 Allow at least an inch 2 5 cm between the freezer condenser on the back of the unit and the wall 5 Allow inch 1 25 cm on each side of the freezer for ease of installation 6 If the freezer is to be agai
5. packages of unfrozen 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 vapor proof and packages should be sealed carefully to keep moisture in and air Freezer burn can result if food is not properly wrapped When this happens food dehydrates and is of poor quality To wrap foods Cut sheet of wrapping material about one third longer than distance around food to be wrapped Place wrapping sheet on flat sur face with food in center of sheet Bring front and back of wrapping together 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 4 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 Use heavy duty aluminum freezer foil kraft pa per with cellophane bonded to it special freezer bags jars cartons and freezer sealing tape for packaging your food items You ll find them at the supermarket or freezer dealer See booklet How to Preserve Foods the Modern Way with Your WHIRLPOOL Freezer
6. ained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after 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 TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE lt gt el APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR WHIALPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 999 9999 123 Maple 999 9999 OR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES 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 Consul tants or if you prefer write to Mr Robert Stanley Division Vice President Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 5 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corpora tion for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance FSP replacement parts will fit tight and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance To locate FSP
7. eaned when frost has built up to about inch 6 mm thickness Complete defrosting and cleaning should be done at least once a year Inhigh humidity areas a freezer may need more frequent defrosting To detrost and clean 4 Turn Temperature Control to OFF 2 Unplug power cord 3 Place a shallow pan on floor under drain hole in bottom of freezer 4 Take out all food and removable parts Note Wrap frozen foods and packages in several layers of newspaper and cover with blanket Food will stay frozen for several hours 5 Place pan of hot water inside freezer to speed melting of frost Keep door open Ice can be re moved in large pieces as it melts Direct air from electric fan into freezer to speed defrosting 6 Clean freezer according to the following directions Cleaning chart Part What to use Removable part Sponge or cloth mild Ou SSS e LL a N RTE S NE L After defrosting 1 Remove shallow pan from underneath freezer 2 Plug in power cord 3 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 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 Do not use on plastic because it may damage these parts trivet detergent a
8. ed in commercial applications Limited domestic food loss coverage See below for details on limited domestic food loss protection plan Service under the full warranties must be provided by a franchised TECH CARE service company WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange LIMITED DOMESTIC FOOD LOSS COVERAGE REIMBURSEMENT FOR FOOD LOSSES During the first year of ownership the Whirlpool Freezer warranty provides reimbursement as outlined below for food actually spoiled while stored in the freezer as a result of defects in materials or workmanship During the second through fifth years of ownership reimbursement will be made as outlined below for food actually spoiled while stored in the freezer as a result of a FAILURE OF THE SEALED REFRIGERATION SYSTEM Food spoilage losses must be verified by Whirlpool or a Whirlpool Franchised TECH CARE service company Reimbursement of loss will be based on domestic use and freezer size up to the total cumulative amount shown for the 5 year warranty period 9 9 cu ft or s
9. enser coils regularly e Keep door openings to a minimum Remove several items at one time Keep contents organized to elimi nate searching o Fill to capacity Follow recommended procedures for freezing foods See pages 7 and 8 Lift the Front Then Pull Out 1 Turn control to higher number for colder temper atures 2 Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures Cooling freezer first 1 Allow freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen food 2 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 up to 6 to 8 hours or longer depending on room temperature and the number of times the freezer door is opened After the cabinet is cooled the compressor will turn ON and OFF as needed to keep the freezer at the proper temperature 10 HumIoIt MIT Hi Humoy SAVE POWER ON LO SETTING e Set Temperature Control to provide temperatures around 0 F 17 8 C There is no need to store foods below 0 F e Keep door locked to ensure door closure e Do not let frost build up to more than Ya inch 6 mm thick Efficiency is reduced e Keep Power Saving Control on OFF when humidity is low Cc 2 z O lt O cC a T a m m N m Le e m z m ny lt zZ O n oo 2 me m gt Z z O Cleaning your freezer This freezer should be cl
10. for complete Information and tips on home freezing JAIN IDVAOIS GOO4 ONINVWI1D Loading g i Storing frozen food After food is frozen stack packages anywhere in the freezer Packages should not extend be yond the shelf edge or they may keep the door from closing and sealing properly Before freezing large quantities of food turn Tem perature Control to highest setting and let freezer WT ITT operate for several hours After loading all food on ALLIE items retum Temperature Control to the usual i Trivet Store heavy and bulky packages here Trivet should be in place at all times for proper air circulation 2 To speed freezing lay packages in a single layer so each rests on the freezing surface of a shelf Leave space between packages 3 Add more unfrozen food after first load is frozen approximately 18 to 24 hours Door storage Store packages on the door shelves behind the retaining bar Vacation and moving care Vacations Shutting off and moving Arrange for someone to make regular checks of If freezer is shut off for more than 24 hours your freezer to make sure it is operating and electricity 4 Remove and store all food has not been interrupted 2 Unplug freezer 3 Clean thoroughly See Cleaning your freezer page 6 4 Block door open for air circulation Place blocks between door and cabinet and tape in place with self adhesive filament tape mn Q e Oo x
11. 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 to see if power cord is plugged into the outlet Check fuse box or circuit breaker e Check electric company for a power failure e Be sure Temperature Control is turned ON If compressor seems to run too long e Check to see that condenser located on back of freezer is free of dust and lint On hot summer days or if room is hot compressor will run longer to provide the correct amount of cooling e If large amounts of unfrozen food have been put into the freezer compressor will run longer e Check to see that there is enough air circulation space above and in back of the freezer 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool COOL LINE service assist ance telephone number Dial free from any where in the U S 1 800 253 1304 and talk with one of our trained Consultants The Con sultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is neces sary recommend a qualified service company in your area 10 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a na tionwide network of franchised TECH CARE Service Companies TECH CARE service technicians are tr
12. maller D Ba tae Be te OREM up to 75 00 maximum payment 10 0 cu ff to 16 0 CU ff up to 125 00 maximum payment 16 1 CU fl and larger up to 200 00 maximum payment The reimbursement amounts shown are representative for the contents of typical freezers by size and may or may not cover the actual replacement costs of the contents of your freezer They are the maximum amounts however that will be paid and they are cumulative for the five year warranty period Sorry but Whirlpool is not responsible for food losses caused by natural spoilage misuse or negligent care of the freezer or by accidental or intentional disconnecting of the electric power cord power interruption inadequate power fire damage water damage theft or riots strikes war or acts of God lt gt Whirlpool Home Appliances Part No 104127 Rev A 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A mie mm
13. nd warm water Outside Sponge cloth or paper towel mild detergent warm water Inside walls Plastic scraper pans of hot water sponge or towel baking soda and warm water e Use plastic scraper to remove frost e Place pans of hot water in freezer with door open to speed melting 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 to the liner and interior parts Door liner and gasket Sponge soft cloth or paper towel mild deter gent and warm water e Wash with mild detergent and warm water e Rinse and dry DO NOT USE cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleansers containing asa on ERE jets Condenser coils Vacuum cleaner using the brush attachment e Slide S out away foni the wel e Clean dust and lint from condenser coils behind the freezer every two or 3 months PAT 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 Size of Meat or Vegetables Freezer Fish or Fruit 11 cu ft 22 Ibs 33 Ibs 311 5 L 9 9 kg 14 8 kg These amounts are based on USDA recommen dations If too many
14. nst a wall you might want to leave extra space on the hinge side so the door can be opened wider Level freezer so the door will stay open at any position Levelling Leg Keep the 4 bolts that hold freezer in shipping crate They are the levelling legs Screw these bolts all the way into bolt holes in the bottom corners of freezer Move freezer into place 3 Adjust each leg until the freezer won t rock 4 Adjust front legs to level the freezer To raise corners turn legs in direction shown To lower corners turn legs in direction shown 5 Check with level N 4 Remove sales labels Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label and any inside labels before using the freezer To remove any remaining glue 1 Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball then remove OR 2 Soak area with dishwashing detergent solution 1 teaspoon detergent in 1 quart warm water be fore removing glue as described in step 1 DO NOT USE rubbing alcohol or flammable or toxic solvents such as acetone gasoline car bon tetrachloride etc These can damage the material NOTE DO NOT REMOVE the Tech Sheet fas tened under the freezer at the front Clean it Clean your freezer before using it See cleaning instructions on page 6 Plug it in 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle Retaining Clip Freezer Power Plug 3 prong grounding plug Recommended Grounding Method A 115 Volt 60 Hz
15. replacement parts in your area refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool COOL LINE serv ice assistance number in Step 2 If you must call or write please provide model number serial number date of purchase and a com plete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE fn Q Z WHIRLPOOL DOMESTIC UL COMMERCIAL LISTED AND NSF FREEZER WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects From Date of Purchase in materials or workmanship FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects From Date of Purchase in materials or workmanship in the sealed refrigeration system These parts are 1 Compressor 2 Evaporator 3 Condenser 4 Dryer 5 Connecting tubing WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the freezer 2 Instruct you how to use the freezer 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing 4 Replace light bulbs or batteries B Pick up and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home or commercial establishment C Damage to freezer caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool D Food loss coverage for UL commercial listed and NSF freezers us
16. use amp care guide UPRIGHT FREEZER Model EV110C itor Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freeze e Please read this Use and Care Guide before you do anything else This booklet tells you how to start your freezer defrost it clean it and adjust controls Treat your new freezer with care Use it only to do what home freezers are designed to do Parts and features Temperature SRE ESS Sy SSS Control SSS Stationary Door Power Saving Shelves Control Model and Stationary Serial iar es Freezer ee ate SSSI Shelves SSS SSN ae K Trivet masanne Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here When ycu need service or call with a question have this information ready Model Number 1 Complete Model and Serial Numbers from the plate located as shown 2 Purchase date from sales slip Copy this information in these spaces Keep this book your warranty and sales slip together in a Purchase Date handy place Please complete and mail the Owner Regis tration Card furnished with this product Service Company and Telephone Number Serial Number Contents _ SAFETY FIRST 3 BEFORE YOU PLUG ITIN 3 Install Properly 4 Level Freezer
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