Whirlpool EEV 202X User's Manual
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1. sizeof Meator Vegetables Freezer Fish or Fruit 20 cu ft 40 Ibs 60 Ibs 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 natural 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 to 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 number 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 airto circulate Food will2. 2 If service is to be interrupted longer than 24 hours do this a Remove all frozen food and store in a frozen food locker Or b Place dry ice on top of food using as large pieces as possible Pro tect your hands with gloves when using dry ice c Ifneither food locker storage nor dry ice is available 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 although the quality and flavor may be affected Use this food as soon as con venient 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 lt gt Whirlpool Part No 984967 Rev C 2 Check fuse box or circuit breaker 3 Check electric company for a power failure 4 Be sure COLD CONTROL is turned on If compressor seems to run too long 1 Check to see that condenser behind the base grille is free of dust and lint 2 On hot summer days or if room is hot compressor will run longer to provide correct amount of cooling 3 If large amounts of unfrozen food have been put into the freezer compresso
3. be frozen in about 18 to 24 hours depending upon the kind of food size and shape ofthe 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 un frozen food WHEN FOOD IS FROZEN RETURN COLD CONTROL TO ITS USUAL SETTING If cold control is not moved back to its original setting compressor will run longer and sweating may occur on the exterior of the cabinet Storing frozen food When food is frozen stack packages any where in the freezer Make sure that packages do not extend beyond the shelf edge keeping the door from closing and sealing Glide out basket Store heavy and bulky packages here Basket slides out so you can conveniently reach everything that is stored in the bottom of the freezer ies Ee Recs ii S lege Door storage Store packages on the door shelves behind the retaining bar Depending on package size it may fit like a book on the shelf or with front of package facing the retaining bar Juice can shelves Store juice cans on door as shown Self service Check List 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
4. freezer has not been interrupted Shutting off or moving freezer If you shut the freezer off for a period of time more than 24 hours e Remove all food e Unplug freezer e Clean thoroughly using two tablespoons baking soda to one quart of warm water Rinse and dry e Block door open so air can cir culate freely to prevent odor and mold growth If freezer has a lock turn the lock to the locked position with the door open Place rubber or wood blocks between door and cabinet at a location out of a child s reach 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 any baskets bins or removabie shelves e Tape or lock door shut to prevent damage e Level freezer when relocated to insure door seal e Make sure new location can support the weight of the loaded freezer e When reconnecting freezer refer to the To Start Freezer section of this instruction card CAUTION To help prevent accidents do not allow children access to freezer when doors are blocked open How to freeze food in your freezer When freezer has cooled to selected temperature it may be loaded with frozen food However when you plan to freeze a quantity of unfrozen food use the following chart as a guide to the amount to freeze at one time POUNDS OF FOOD TO FREEZE AT ONE TIME
5. lt gt Whirlpool Use and Care 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 it clean it even whatto do if anything goes wrong See handy Self service Check List on back page of simple problems you can solve yourself without the wasted time and possible expense of a need less service call After all who needs a service technician to plug back inan 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 Interior tight Key eject lock Adjustable cold control eal saving control Juice can shelves eer rs eee Built in defrost Mrs drain Signal seo light Model and serial number plate 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 e Do not remove TECH SHEET fastened behind the base grille It contains technical inf
6. f as needed to keep the freezer at selected temperature room humidity vU save power on o senting power saving control The Power Saving Control is lo cated inside the freezer It con trols electric heaters in the walls of the freezer that helps reduce condensation of moisture on the outside of the freezer during periods of high humidity When humidity in room is high push switch toward HI to prevent condensation When humidity is low push switch toward LO to conserve electricity Exterior signal light Located on the right side of fhe base grille automatically indicates any power interruption to the freezer 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 discon nected from the outlet or the warning light may be burned out Key eject lock Your freezer is equipped with a key eject lock which can help reduce the hazard of child en trapment To lock or unlock the freezer it is necessary to man ually hold the key inthe lock while turning The lock is spring loaded so the key can not be left in the lock If key is lost a replacement can be obtained from your dealer or a Whirlpool TECH CARE service agent Always give complete model and serial numbers of your freezer when requesting a replacement key Taking care of your freezer Defrosting and cleaning Complete defrosting
7. ive Center Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 Remember Please include the model and serial number of your appliance when request ing service Also retain your sales slip and warranty letter to verify your warranty status Learn the benefits of using TECH CARE service for main taining the quality originally built into your WHIRLPOOL appliance Benton Harbor Michigan Manufacturers of Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Retrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dish washers Built in Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Food Waste Disposers Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidiliers Central Heating and Air Conditioning Systems Printed in U S A
8. llow defrost water to drain through the hose into a flat pan After defrosting and cleaning hook drain hose in place and replace the base grille and drain cap 6 Wash inside of freezer with a solution of 2 tablespoons of baking soda to one quart of warm water Rinse and dry Wash the gasket strip around the door with warm soapy water Rinse and dry 7 Wash outside of freezer with warm water using a mild soap or mild detergent Rinse and dry Do not use an abrasive or harsh cleanser Waxing is not recommended 8 Clean condenser located behind the base grille witha stiff brush or with the dusting attachment from your vacuum cleaner 9 Plug cord into wall outlet and return cold control to original setting Check to see that the signal light glows Return food to the freezer 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 Replacing interior light Disconnect electric cord from outlet Remove light shield by pulling away from the side wall To replace insert tabs in to opening in freezer side wall and press Replace bulb with no largerthan a 40 wat appliance bulb Reconnect 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 to
9. ormation required by your service technician UPRIGHT FREEZER Model EEV 202X ae al e Donot permit children to operate or play with the freezer e REMEMBER Use the appliance only forthe job it was designed to perform See booklet How to Preserve Foods the Modern Way with Your WHIRLPOOL Freezer for complete information and tips onhome freezing Before starting your freezer 1 Locate it properly For best performance your freezer should be located ina cool dry well ventilated place out of the direct sunlight and away from such heat sources as radiators The freezer may be installed flush against the wall and the cabinets on each side Also check the strength of your floor Make certain it can support the weight of the freezer when loaded 2 Keep it level Level your freezer by adjusting the two leveling legs at the front corners Adjust door hinge side first Turn left to raise the corner right to lower it When freezer is sitting level the freezer door when opened will stay at any open position After the freezer has been filled recheck to see if it is sitting level NOTE Before turning freezer on youmay wantto wash the inside of the freezer with a solution of two tablespoons baking soda to a quar of warm water Rinse thoroughly and ary To start freezer Electrical Connection Your freezer should be connected to its own individ
10. r will run longer 4 Freezer may need defrosting Whirlpool Franchised TECH CARE Service lt gt Whirlpool TECH CARE SYMBOL Foe AL Ta SFR It s reassuring to know that Whirlpool stands behind your new appliance with its network of franchised TECH CARE service companies TECH CARE service is designed to fulfill your warranty and provide the oafter warranty service and maintenance to keep your new appliance in top notch condi tion anywhere in the United States Whirlpool wants you to CORPORATION 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 fo insure its continued satis factory operation please telephone your nearest TECH CARE service company Installation cost will of course be paid for by you Or if you need service 4 Callthe dealer from whom you purchased the appliance or a Whirlpool franchised TECH CARE service company He is in the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory listed under Refrigerators and Freezers Repairing or Servicing Also under Washers Dryers Repairing or Servicing 2 If you can t find him in the Yellow Pages dial free within the continental United States except Alaska the Whirlpool COOL LINE Service 800 253 1301 when calling from Michigan dial 800 632 2243 or write Mr Stephen E Upton Vice President Whirlpool Corporation Administrat
11. should be done about once a year Forin between defrosting remove frost by scraping with a plastic scraper Do not use anice pick knife or other sharp pointed tool You could damage the refrigerant coils Caution Do not use any type of electric defroster to speed the defrosting of the freezer The heat can cause damage to some ofthe interior parts such as the breaker strip FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN DEFROSTING AND CLEANING 4 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 2 Turn cold control to OFF and disconnect service cord from wall outlet 3 Take out glide out basket Wash in warm soapy water rinse and dry To remove glide out basket at bottom pull it out until it stops Lift basket up and out To replace insert basket into rear slides and lower into position Push basket into freezer 4 Place pans of hot water inside freezer to hasten melting of frost Leave door 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 5 Remove drain cap from in side bottom of freezer Re move the base grille by opening the freezer door and lifting up on two tabs that extend through the grille at either end Pull grille for ward and lift off bottom supports Unclip hose and a
12. ual outlet one not controlled by a wall switch Make sure the outlet provides 120 volt 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 The cold control ts located inside your freezer onthe right wall To start turn cold control to middle of dial This position will maintain zero zone temperatures under normal operating conditions Turn the cold control to a higher number for colder temperatures ora lower number for less cold temperatures Let freezer cool before filling Allow freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen tood Let it cool overnight before ada ing a quantity of fresh food to be frozen As freezer cools you will see frost forming on the shelves Itis normal for the frost to form firston the top shelves and be heaviest there NOTE When freezer first starts the compressor will run all the time until the cabinet is cooled to selected temperature This first cooling may take 6 to 8 hours or longer depending upon the weather and the number of times the freezer door is opened After the cabinet has cooled the compressor turns off If will turn on and of
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