Whirlpool COMPACT FREEZER User's Manual
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1. e Read all operating instructions before e Never allow children to operate play with using your freezer or crawl inside the freezer e Child entrapment and suffocations are not e Never clean freezer parts with flammable problems of the past Junked or aban fluids The fumes can create a fire hazard doned freezers are still dangerous even if or explosion they will just sit in the garage for a few e FOR YOUR SAFETY 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 prevent accidents DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE THE FUMES CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR EXPLOSION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Help us help you Please Also if your freezer has a Consumer Buy e Install and level the freezer on a floor that will Guide Label remove it any packaging hold the weight and in an area suitable for material tape and inside labels except the its size and use model and serial number label before using e Do not install the freezer near an oven your freezer radiator or other heat source To remove any remaining glue e Use the freezer only in an area where the e Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball then temperature will not exceed 110 F 43 3 C remove or drop below 55 F 13 C OR e Keep the freezer out of the weather e2. tions See Setting the temperature control on page 7 Air circulation is blocked Food is not arranged properly The door is opened too often The freezer is not properly installed Temperature Control is not set properly Food items do not freeze properly The freezer is not leveled properly You hear noises by the freezer Adjust the rear leveling legs so the freezer is properly leveled See Completing the installation on page 6 This is normal on very humid days Gas expansion in the evaporator There is This is normal on very humid days humidity in the freezer Relative humidity in room is too high IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial free from anywhere In the U S 1 800 253 1301 and taik with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recom mend a qualified service company in your area If you prefer write to Mr William Clark Consumer Assistance Center Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized Whirlpool service companies Whirlpool service tech
3. Choosing the proper location Completing the installation Proper installation of any appliance is very important This section will tell you everything you need to know to install your freezer properly Cleaning your freezer Clean your freezer thoroughly before using it 1 Use a sponge cloth or paper towel and mild detergent in warm water to clean outside and inside of freezer door liner and gasket 2 Rinse and dry thoroughly Locating the proper electrical a 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 If your freezer does not have a plug with a grounding prong connect the green ground wire at the lower back of the freezer to an effective ground DO NOT ground the wire to gas electrical or hydraulic piping PVC tubes or faucets 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle Freezer power plug grounding plug Choosing the proper location Read the following items before choosing the location for the freezer See Completing the installation on page 6 before sliding the freezer into place 1 Pick a safe place indoors away from flammables such as gasoline 2 Check the strength of the floor It should hold the we
4. Reversing the door swing Loading the freezer Saving energy In order to obtain the best possible results from your freezer you must operate it properly This section will tell you how to do just that Setting the temperature control The Temperature Control is located on the back lower rear of the freezer cabinet Use a coin to v adjust the control The settings range from 1 warmest to 3 coldest Use the following chart as guide for setting your freezer to the proper temperature 2 mediun 3 res NOTE Allow the freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling it with frozen food Let the freezer cool overnight before adding large amounts of unfrozen food Never add more than 2 3 pounds of unfrozen food per cubic foot of freezer space 6 4 to 9 6 pounds total Removing the freezer baskets The freezer baskets can be removed for filling with food removing food or for easier defrost ing and cleaning of the freezer To remove the baskets e Slide basket straight out lift front and slide out the rest of the way To replace the baskets e Place basket on slides on both sides of the freezer liner Slide basket in all the way USING YOUR FREEZER Loading the freezer Go ahead and load up your freezer but leave room around the food for the cold air to circulate Your treezer has 4 wire storage baskets to help you organize the food NOTE Do not add more than 9 9 pounds of unfroze
5. Soak area with liquid hand dishwashing Connect the freezer only to the proper kind of detergent before removing glue as de outlet with the correct electrical supply and scribed above grounding See Locating the proper Do not use sharp instruments rubbing electrical supply on page 5 alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive clean Do not load the freezer with food before it ers These can damage the material See has time to get properly cold Important Safety Instructions above e Use the freezer only to do what home NOTE Do not remove the Tech Sheet freezers are designed to do e Properly maintain the freezer e Make sure the freezer is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly located on the back of the freezer Parts And Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your appliance Use them to become familiar with where ail parts and features are located and what they look like Removable Reversible countertop door and hinge ooh Plastic scraper a Magnetic door gasket Evaporator on back wall not shown Removable storage baskets Adjustable temperature control on back of cabinet Defrost drain Leveling legs FREEZER DIMENSIONS 38 2 inches 2 Depth i 66 pounds door closed Freezer capacity 3 2 cu ft INSTALLING YOUR FREEZER Installing Your Freezer In This Section Cleaning your freezer Locating the proper electrical supply 5
6. gt Whizipdol UseAndCare A Note To You Important Safety Instructions Parts And Features Installing Your Freezer Using Your Freezer Caring For Your Freezer If You Need Assistance Or Service Warranty 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments COMPACT FREEZER Ofq A Note To You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance You have purchased a quality world class home appliance Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble free operation we have developed this Use and Care Guide It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance This will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety symbols and statements Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol ACAUTION This symbol will help alert you to such dangers This symbol will help you avoid actions which as personal injury bums fire and electrical could cause product damage scratches shock dents etc and damage to your personal property Our Consumer Assistance Center number 1 800 253 1301 is toll free 24 hours a day lf
7. you ever have a question conceming your appliance s operation or if you need service first see If You Need Assistance Or Service on page 12 If you need further help feel free to call our Consumer Assistance Center When calling you will noed to know your appliance s complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number plate see diagram on page 4 For your convenience we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers the purchase date from the sales slip and your dealer s name and telephone number Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Model Number Dealer Name Serial Number Dealer Phone Purchase Date The Whirlpool Freezer Guide is also available The Whirlpool Freezer Guide is a companion book to this Freezer Use and Care Guide and is available free of charge It contains informa tion on freezing ditierent kinds of foods packaging and food storage times The Freezer Guide also has helpful hints for saving energy and solving common freezer problems To order the Freezer Guide write to Whirlpool Corporation Attention Customer Service Dept 1900 Whirlpool Drive LaPorte IN 46305 and request the Whirpool Freezer Guide Part No 1114865 Freezer Guide Important Safety Instructions AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using your freezer follow these basic precautions
8. FF does not remove power from the unit Failure to unplug the power cord before cleaning or servicing the freezer could result in electrical shock e Do not place electrical devices in freezer when defrosting Shock or injury can occur e Do not use an ice pick knife or other sharp pointed tool to defrost freezer Damage can occur e Do not use abrasive cleaners on your freezer Do not use cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic parts Damage can occur To defrost and clean the freezer 1 2 Tum the Temperature Control to OFF and unplug the power cord Remove all frozen food Wrap frozen food in several layers of newspaper and cover with a blanket Food will stay frozen for several hours OR Store frozen food in a cooler additional freezer or in a cool area will also help Do not place fan in the freezer Pull out the drain plug and place a shallow pan or container under the drain opening to catch defrost water NOTE Check the pan frequently to avoid water overflow Have a second pan handy for easier emptying of the drain pan 6 Wipe water from the walls with a towel or sponge 7 Wash the inside walls with a solution of 2 tablespoons 26 g baking soda to 1 quart 0 95 L warm water 8 Rinse and dry thoroughly 9 Use a sponge cloth or paper towel and mild detergent in warm water to clean outside of freezer door liner doo
9. N SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM AGES 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 tegal 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 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 stated below for food actually spoiled while stored in the freezer as a result of defects in materials or workmanship During the second through tenth years of ownership reimbursement will be made as stated 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 an authorized Whirlpools service company Reimburse ment of losses will be based on domestic use and freezer size up to the total cumulative amount shown for the ten year warranty period 9 9 cubic feet or smaller oo eee eeeceseeeeseteeesteeecseeeee UP to 150 00 maximum payment 10 0 to 16 0 cubic feet up to 300 00 maximum payment 16 1 cubic feet or larger up to 400 00 maximum payment The reimbursement amounts shown may or may not cover
10. ailed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action 13 WHIRLPOOL Domestic Freezer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct From Date of Purchase defects in materials or workmanship FULL TEN 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 4 Drier 2 Evaporator 5 Connecting Tubing 3 Condenser 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 Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home 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 freezers used in commercial applications E Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 8 92 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 an authorized Whirlpool service company WHIRLPOOL CORPORATIO
11. d whenever possible Avoid opening the door unnecessarily e Never place hot food inside the freezer e Set the Temperature Control to the proper setting for your room conditions e Position your freezer so it is slightly tilted backward This helps the door seal better e Place your freezer in a well ventilated area away from sunlight hot surfaces or humidity Caring For Your Freezer in This Section Page What to do during power outages 11 Vacation and moving care Defrosting and cleaning the freezer 10 Your freezer is designed to give you years of dependable service However there are a few things you can do to ensure a long product life This section will tell you how to care for your freezer properly Defrosting and cleaning the freezer Defrost and clean your freezer when frost has 3 Remove the storage baskets and scrape built up to about inch 6 mm thickness the sides of the liner with the plastic Complete defrosting and cleaning should be scraper provided with the unit done at least once a year In high humidity NOTE Be careful when scraping around areas the freezer may need more frequent the evaporator on the back wall Do not defrosting and cleaning puncture it F 4 Place pans of hot water in the freezer with AWARNING the door open to speed melting Directing air from an electrical fan into the freezer Electrical Shock and Product Damage Hazard e Tuming the Temperature Control to O
12. ffected Use refrozen food quickly If the condition of the food is poor or you feel it is unsafe to eat dispose of it immediately Vacation and moving care Short vacations If you will be away for a short period of time a few days it is not necessary to turn off your freezer Set the Temperature Control to 1 minimum Long vacations If you will be away for a long period of time 1 Turn the Temperature Control to OFF and unplug the freezer 2 Remove all frozen food and store in another freezer 3 Completely defrost and clean your freezer 4 Tape wood or rubber blocks to the top of the door to prop the door open far enough for air to get in This will keep odors and mold from forming AWARNING Personal injury Hazard Do not allow children to climb on play near or climb inside the freezer when the door is propped open They may become injured or trapped Moving When you are moving to a new home 1 Remove all frozen food and pack it in dry ice 2 Tum the Temperature Control to OFF and unplug the freezer 3 Clean it thoroughly 4 Tape the door shut and tape the electrical cord to the cabinet When you get to your new home refer to pages 5 7 of this manual for information on installation and setting the Temperature Control 11 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call Par
13. ight of a fully loaded freezer 3 Make sure the floor is level 4 If you want to enclose your freezer or store it under a counter leave at least 1 inches of air space on all sides and behind the unit Leave at least 4 inches of air space above the freezer INSTALLING YOUR FREEZER Completing the installation Level the freezer so the door will close prop erly The leveling legs are packaged with your Use and Care Guide 1 Attach the 2 plastic legs to the right and left front comers of the freezer base Use 2 leveling screws Screw leveling screws into the right and left rear corners of the freezer base Snap the plastic screw covers over the heads of the rear teveling screws Connect the freezer to a proper electrical supply See Locating the proper electrical supply on page 5 Slide the freezer into place Place a level on the top of the freezer first side to side then front to back Tum the rear leveling screws clockwise to lower them or counterclockwise to raise them NOTE Adjust the freezer so the rear legs are slightly lower than the front fixed legs This will help the door seal better After the freezer is filled with food recheck with a level Y Rear leveling screw and plastic cover Front plastic leg and leveling screw Using Your Freezer In This Section Setting the temperature control Removing the countertop Removing the freezer baskets
14. k into place NOTE If necessary replace the adhesive Strips on the top of the freezer with the new strips supplied with the unit Lift the rear then the front Reversing the door swing You can reverse the door swing of your freezer so the door opens from the opposite direction To reverse the door swing 1 Remove the counter top See Removing the counter top on page 8 2 Remove the e inch hinge screws with a screwdriver Remove the hinge assembly 3 Gently lift the door up off the bottom hinge 4 Remove the plastic hole plugs from the opposite side and replace them where the hinge screws used to be 5 On the top of the door remove the plastic plugs from both comers and replace them in the opposite holes 6 On the bottom of the door remove the plastic plug and replace it in the opposite side 7 Tilt your freezer back enough to remove View of top of door the hinge assembly and screws from the bottom of the freezer cabinet 8 Replace the bottom hinge assembly and screws in the opposite side of the cabinet 9 Gently place the door on the bottom hinge 10 Replace the top hinge assembly and View of top hinge assembly screws 11 Replace the adhesive strips on the top of the cabinet with the new strips supplied os with the unit fe 12 Replace the counter top View of bottom hinge assembly USING YOUR FREEZER Saving energy You can help save energy Keep the door close
15. n fresh food in a 24 hour period To load your freezer 1 Remove the storage baskets 2 Arrange the food in the baskets Avoid overloading the baskets Leave about inch between the top of the food and the top of the storage basket This allows for proper air circulation 3 Replace the baskets NOTE Keep the door closed while filling the storage baskets This will help save energy Tips for storing frozen food e Be aware of expiration dates of frozen foods e For more information on packaging and recommended storage times refer to a reliable cookbook or freezer storage guide NOTE To order Whirlpool s Freezer Guide see page 2 Tips for freezing fresh food When freezing fresh food follow these tips for better resuits e Only freeze fresh prime quality food e Avoid placing fresh food next to frozen food e Wrap fresh food in aluminum foil coated freezer paper or sturdy plastic containers with tight fitting lids When the air is removed from the container the food will not dry out Prepare foods in small portions This will help with uniform freezing e Do not place hot food in the freezer Removing the countertop The countertop can be removed for easier cleaning It must be removed when reversing the door swing To remove the countertop 1 Carefully lift the back of the countertop 2 Lift the front To reptace the countertop 1 Position front of countertop in place 2 Lower bac
16. nicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under gt 0 SERVICE APPLIANCE HOUSEHOLD WASHING MACHINES amp MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR DRYERS SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or See Whidpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Authorized Whiripool Service Example XYZ Service Co Example XYZ Service Co 4 If you need FSP replace ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality 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 Whirtpool appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 2 5 If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry e Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer and Whirlpool have f
17. r gasket and storage baskets 10 Rinse and dry thoroughly 11 Wax painted metal surfaces on outside of freezer to provide rust protection NOTE Do not wax plastic parts Wax may damage them 12 Replace the drain plug 13 Plug in power cord and set Temperature Control to proper setting See Setting the temperature control on page 7 Let the unit cool for 2 4 hours with the door closed 14 Replace food in storage baskets and replace storage baskets in freezer CARING FOR YOUR FREEZER What to do during power outages 1 Call the power company Ask how long power will be off Keep freezer closed If service Is to be interrupted 24 hours or less This will help food stay frozen f service is to be Interrupted longer than 24 hours do this Remove all frozen food and store in a frozen food locker OR Place 2 Ibs 0 9 kg of dry ice in freezer for every cubic foot of freezer space This will keep foods frozen for 2 to 4 days OR If dry ice or a food locker is not available use or can perishable food at once 2 i WARNING Personal Injury Hazard Wear gloves to protect your hands from dry ice burns Failure to do so could result in dry ice bums NOTE A full freezer stays cold longer than a partly filled one A freezer full of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked goods Food containing ice crystals may be safely refrozen but the quality and flavor of the food may be a
18. t 1 of this section outlines possible problems their causes and actions you can take to solve each problem Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service When calling our Consumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service please provide a detailed description of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date See page 2 This information will help us respond properly to your request 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind Please check the chart below for problems you can fix It could save you the cost of a service call PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The freezer The power cord in not plugged Firmly plug the power cord into a live stops running into a live circuit with the circuit with the proper voltage proper voltage A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped The local power has failed The Temperature Control is set to OFF Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Wait for power to be restored Set the Temperature Control to a numbered setting Rearrange food Allow room for the air to circulate around the food Avoid opening the door frequently See Installing Your Freezer on pages 5 6 Set the Temperature Control to the proper position for your room condi
19. the actual replacement cost of the contents of your freezer They are however the maximum payments that will be paid and they are cumulative for the ten 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 electrical power cord power interruption inadequate power fire damage water damage theft or riots strikes war or acts of God If you need service first see the Assistance or Service section of this book After checking Assistance or Service additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S PART NO 2165424 1993 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation Punted in U S A
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