CROSLEY Upright Freezer Manual L0812640

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Product Registration ................. 2
Energy Saving ideas ................. 2
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Important Safety Instructions ..... 2-3
First Steps .......................... 3 - 4
Setting
the Temperature Control ............. 4
Freezer Optional Features ....... 4 - 5
Care and Cleaning ................ 6
Power Failure/Freezer Failure ....... 6
Avoid Service Checklist .......... 7 - 8
Warranty ............................... 9
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Product Registration The information contained in this Owner's Guide wilt 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.
This Owner's Guide provides operating instructions for your model.
Use your freezer only as instructed in this Owner's Guide.
Energy Saving ideas •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.
•Let hot foods 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.
important Safety
instructions r.w_
Proper Disposal of Your
Refrigerator/Freezer
Risk of child entrapment.
Child entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or
abandoned refrigerators or freezers are
still dangerous Jeven 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.
BEFORE YOU THROW
AWAYYOUROLD
REFRIGERATOR/ i
FREEZER: i
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Remove door/lid.
•Leave shelves in
place so children may not easily climb
inside.
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
•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.
•Achildmightsuffocateifhecrawlsintoafreezertohideorplay. 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.
•Remove and discard any spacers used to secure the shelves during shipping. Small
objects are a choke hazard to children. "er
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important Safety
instructions continued
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F!_VAV±I:!_II_[€ Avoid fire hazard or elec-
tric shock. Do not use an extension cord
or an adapter plug. Do not remove any
prong from power cord.
Grounding type
wall receptacle
Power supply
cord with 3-prong
grounding plug
Electrical Information
These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in the
design of this freezer will operate properly.
Refer tothe 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.
• Ifvoltage varies by 10percent 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 you suspect your household voltage is high or low, consult your
power company for testing.
• To prevent the freezerfrom being turned off accidentally, do not plug unit into an outlet
controlled by a watt switch or pull cord.
• Do not pinch, knot, or bend power cord in any manner.
Other Precautions
•To defrost freezer, always unplug unit first.
•Never unplug the freezer by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and
pull straight out from the receptacle.
•Turning the control to OFF turns off the compressor, but does not disconnect power
to other electrical components.
First Steps Before starting the freezer, follow these important first steps:
3" AIR SPACE
Installation
DISCARD TH£ (4) CRATING
SCREWS AND (2) WOOD BASES
Unpacking and Leveling - Upright Freezers
Installation
•Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet.
•The freezer should be located where surrounding temperatures wilt not exceed 110°F
(43°C). Temperatures of 32°F (0°C) and below wilt NOT affect freezer operation.
Additional compressor heaters are not recommended.
•Allow space around the unit for good air circulation. Leave a 3 inch (75 mm) 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: Itis VERY IMPORTANT for your
freezer to be level in order to function properly. If the freezer is not leveled during
instaltatioin, 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 feet in front, ½ bubble higher, so that the
door closes easily when left halfway open.
Cleaning
• 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.
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.
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First Steps continued
I__ To allow door to
close and seal properly, DO NOT let
food packages extend past the front
of sheJves.
Shelf Front
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 Base
panel. Remove wire from clips on Panel
bottom of cabinet. (Figure 1)
3. Unplug connector by holding the
cabinet connector in place, and
pulling door connector out, if
required. (Figure 1)
4. Remove bottom hinge screws.
(Figure 1)
5. Remove plastic top hinge cover.
6. Remove screws from top hinge.
7. Remove top hinge from cabinet.
8. Remove door and bottom hinge
from cabinet.
9. To replace door, reverse the above
order and securely tighten all screws
to prevent hinge slippage.
-- Base Panel Screws
Hinge Screws
Figure 1
Wire
Cabinet Connector
Setting the
Temperature Control
Cold Control
Cool Down Period
•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.
•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. It is not
necessary to turn control knob to a colder setting while freezing food.
Temperature Control
The temperature control is located inside the freezer. The temperature is factory preset
to provide satisfactory food storage temperatures. However, the temperature control is
adjustable to provide a range of temperatures for your personal satisfaction. If a colder
temperature is desired, turn the temperature control knob toward COLDEST and allow
several hours for temperatures to stabilize between adjustments.
Freezer Optional
Features
Figure 1
Temp Alarm - Upright Freezers
NOTE
Yourfreezer may have some,or all ofthefeatures 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.
The light glows even when the temperature control is turned to OFF. If the light goes
out, refer to "Freezer does not run" in the Avoid Service Checklist.
TempAlarm
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 wilt 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.
If the 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 servicer
immediately.
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Freezer Optional
Features (cont.,ued)
Plung
Super Freeze
When the Super Freeze switch is ON, freezer wilt run continuously to reach the coldest
possible temperatures. Use this feature prior to adding large quantities of unfrozen
foods. (Not to exceed 3 pounds per cubic foot of freezer space.) This switch must be
manually returned to the OFF position when not needed.
Super Defrost
NOTE: The Temp Alarm should be turned off when freezer is being defrosted. Freezer
will defrost in a fraction of the time usually needed when using Super Defrost feature.
To defrost, remove all food, and follow these steps:
1. Pull out Super Defrost Switch located behind lower part of door. Leave door open
while defrosting. Freezer will not defrost with door closed.
2. After defrosting is completed, push in Super Defrost button to restart compressor.
3. Turn on Temp Alarm after freezer has reached freezing temperatures.
Slide-Out Basket
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 key 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
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.
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,
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Care and Cleaning
Damp objects stick to cold metal
surfaces. Do not touch interior metal
surfaces with wet or damp hands.
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.
CAILIT|ON
Freezer must be unplugged (to avoid electrical hazard) from power source when
defrosting unit.
Drain
Defrosting
It is important to defrost and clean freezer when ¼ to ½ inch of frost has accumulated.
Frost may tend to accumulate faster on upper part of the freezer due to warm, moist air
entering the freezer when the door is opened. Remove food and leave the door open
when defrosting the freezer.
•On models with a defrost drain (Figure 1), remove drain plug on the insidefloor of the
freezer by pulling straight out. To access external drain tube on models with a base
panel, first remove the two screws from the base panel. Locate the drain tube near
the left center under the freezer. Place a shallow pan under the drain tube. Defrost water
wilt drain out. Check pan occasionally so water does not overflow. A ½ 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. If the drain is left
open, warm air may enter freezer.
• On models without a defrost drain, place towels or newspapers on thefreezer bottom to catch
the frost. The frost will loosen and fall. Remove towels and/or newspapers.
• If the frost is soft, remove it by using a plastic scraper. If the frost is glazed and hard, fitt
deep pans with hot water and place them on the freezer bottom. Close the freezer door.
Frost should soften in about 15 minutes. Repeat this procedure 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
in a dishwasher.
Cleaning the Outside
Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Rinse welt and wipe dry
with a clean soft cloth. Replace parts and food.
Power Failure/
Freezer Failure
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: If the freezer wilt 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 it open if necessary.
Moving: Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet. Remove foods, then
defrost, and clean the freezer. Secure all loose 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 ifthe freezer
is kept closed. If the 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.
If the freezer remains off for several hours, follow the directions above for the use of dry
ice during a power faiture. 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."
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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 •
Freezer runs too much or too long
Check to ensure that freezer is not plugged into a circuit that has
ground fault interrupt. If you are unsure about the outlet, have it
checked by a certified technician.
Temperature control is in the OFF position. See Setting the
Temperature Control section.
Freezer may not be plugged in or plug may be loose. Be sure plug is
tightly pushed into electrical outlet.
House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Check /reset
circuit breaker or replace fuse with 15 amp time delay fuse.
Power outage. Check house lights. Call local electric company.
Room or outside weather is too hot. It is normal for the freezer to work
harder under these conditions.
• Freezer has recently been disconnected for a period of time. Freezer
requires 4 hours to cool down completely.
• 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.
• 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.
• Freezer door may be slightly open. See OCCURRENCE "Door
Problems"
• Temperature control is set too cold. Turn the control knob to a warmer
setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize.
• 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 temperature.
Temperature inside freezer is too • 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 is too
warm
Temperature of external freezer
surface is warm
Temperature control is set too warm. Turn the control to a colder
setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize.
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.
Freezer door may be slightly open. See OCCURRENCE "Door
Problems"
•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.
• Freezer has recently been disconnected for a period of time. Freezer
requires 4 hours to cool down completely.
The exterior freezer walls can be as much as 30°F warmer than room
temperature. This is normal while the compressor works to transfer
heat from inside the freezer cabinet.
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OCCURRENCE
Loudersound levels whenever
freezer is ON
Louder sound levels when
compressor comes ON
Popping or cracking sound when
compressor comes ON
Bubbling or gurgling sound, like
water boiling
Vibrating or rattling noise
SOLUTION
• 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.
• Freezer operates at higher pressures during the start of the ON cycle.
This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as freezer continues to
run.
• 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.
• Refrigerant (used to cool freezer) is circulating throughout the system.
This is normal.
• 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 • Weather is hot and humid, which increases internal rate of frost build-
walls up. This is normal.
Moisture forms on outside of
freezer
Odor in freezer
Door will not close
• 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".
• 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.
• 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 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".
Light bulb is not on
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BROICHFREEZERWARRANTYYourproduct is protected by this warranty
FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
LIMITED 2"d- 5TM
YEAR WARRANTY
(Sealed System)
LIMITED
WARRANTY
(Applicable to the
State of Alaska)
THREE YEAR
LIMITED FOOD
SPOILAGE PLAN
WARRANTY
PERIOD
Oneyearfrom
originalpurchase
date.
Second through fifth
years from original
purchase date.
Timeperiodslisted
above.
During the first
three years from
original purchase
date
BROICH, THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS,
WE WILL:
Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this
appliance which prove to be defective in materials or
workmanship.
Repair or replace any parts in the sealed refrigeration system
(compressor, condenser, evaporator, dryer or tubing) which
prove to be defective in materials or workmanship, and provide
the labor to install such part.
All of the provisions of the full and limited warranties above
and the exclusions listed below apply.
THE CONSUMER WILL BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Costs of service calls that are listed under
NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE
CONSUMER.*
Diagnostic costs and any removal, transportation
and reinstaliation costs which are required because
of service. All costs for labor, parts and
transportation other than with respect to the Sealed
Refrigeration System.
Costsof the technician'stravelto the homeandany
costsforpickup anddeliveryof theappliance
requiredbecauseof service.
Broich Enterprises Inc. will reimburse the owner for actual food spoilage loss in excess of $5.00 per occurrence, but
not to exceed the maximum for three years in the schedule below, due to failures under normal personal, family, or
household use, in the U.S.A. of this freezer to maintain food preserving temperature provided that the food losses:
A) Are reported and the food shown to any Broich authorized servicer within 24 hours of the discovery ofthe loss.
B) Are not occasioned by either the manual disconnection of the electrical power with the premises of the owner or a
general power failure or interruption of power due to a blown fuse or circuit breaker.
Size - Cubic Foot Cumulative Maximum
.5-9.9 $100
10.0-16.5 $150
16.6+ $200
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 Broich
Enterprises or an authorized Broich servicer
NORMAL This warrantyappliesonlyto productsinordinaryhouseholduse,andthe consumeris responsible for theitems listed below:
RESPONSIBILITIESOF 1. Properuseof the appliancein accordancewithinstructionsprovidedwiththe product.
THECUSTOMER 2. Properinstallationby a authorizedservicer in accordancewith instructionsprovidedwith the applianceand in accordancewith all local
plumbing,electricalandtorgascodes.
3. Properconnectionto a groundedpowersupplyof sufficientvoltage,replacementof blownfuses,repairof looseconnectionsor defectsin
housewiring.
4. Expensesfor makingthe applianceaccessiblefor servicing,suchas removalof trim,cupboards,shelves,etc.,whichare not a part of the
appliancewhenit wasshippedfromthefactory.
5. Damagesto finishafterinstallation.
6. Replacementof light bulbsandlorfluorescenttubes(onmodetswiththesefeatures).
EXCLUSIONS This warrantydoesnot coverthe following:
1. CONSEQUENTIALOR INCIDENTALDAMAGESSUCHAS PROPERTYDAMAGEAND INCIDENTALEXPENSESRESULTINGFROM
ANYBREACHOFTHIS WRITTENORANY IMPLIEDWARRANTY.
Note: Somestatesdo not allow the exclusionorlimitationof incidentalor consequentialdamages,so this limitationor exclusionmaynot
applyto you.
2. Servicecallswhichdo not involvemalfunctionor defectsin workmanshipor material,or for appliancesnotin ordinaryhouseholduse.The
consumershallpayforsuch servicecalls.
3. Damagescausedbyservicesperformedbyservicersother thanauthorizedBroichservicers;useof partsotherthan genuinerenewalparts;
obtainedfrom personsotherthansuchservicers;or externalcausessuch asabuse,misuse,inadequatepowersupplyoracts of God.
4. Productswithoriginalserialnumbersthat havebeenremovedor alteredandcannotbereadilydetermined.
SERVICE Since it is the responsibility of the consumer to establish the warranty period by verifying the original purchase date, keep your
bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. 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 following these steps,
in order:
1. Contact the dealer where you purchased your appliance or an authorized Broich servicer.
DEALER/SERVICER:
INSTALLATION DATE:
MODEL NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:
2. If there is a question as to where to obtain service, write our consumers relations department at the following address:
BROICH ENTERPRISES
6440 City West Parkway
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(800)526-6696
Product features or specifications as prescribed or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made bt Broich Enterprises. This
warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico.
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