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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Sears Canada, inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8
www,seaFs,com
297004600 (0408)
Record Serial/Model
Numbers
............ 2
Safety ..................................................
Warranty ..............................................
Canada ° Limited Warranty ..................
Protection Agreement
.........................
First Steps ...........................................
2-3
3
4
5
6
Energy Saving Tips .............................
6
Setting the Temperature Control .......... 7-9
Alarm Function Table ...........................
10
Freezer Optional Features ..................
Care and Cleaning ..............................
Power Failure / Freezer Failure ............
11
11-12
12
Troubleshooting
13-14
Guide .........................
READ ALL INSTRUCTmONS
BEFORE
USING THIS
FREEZER.
_.,'wl_,_:t_._[q 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,
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SAFETY
Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping
material immediately after the freezer is unpacked,
Children should never use these items to play, Cartons
covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch
wrap may become airtight chambers, and can quickly
cause suffocation,
Remove all staples from the carton, Staples can cause
severe cuts, and destroy finishes if they come in contact
with other appliances or furniture,
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READ AND SAVETHESE
INSTRUCTIONS
This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions
for your model, Use your freezer only as instructed in this
guide, These instructions are not meant to cover every
possible condition and situation that may occur, Common
sense and caution must be practiced when installing,
operating, and maintaining any appliance,
Record Your Modet and SeriaJ Numbers
Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided
below, The serial plate is located on the left exterior wall,
Modet Number:
An empty, discarded ice box, refrigerator, or freezer is a
very dangerous attraction to children,
Remove and discard any spacers used to secure the
shelves during shipping, Small objects are a choke
hazard to children,
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Remove the door(s} of any appliance
even if it is being discarded.
that is not in use,
Proper DieposaJ 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
-- 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,
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SeriaJ Number:
253.
970.
Purchase Date:
BEFOREYOU THROW AWAYYOUR OLD
REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER:
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Location
, Remove
lid,
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ELECTRICAL
INFORMATION
These guideJines must be followed to ensure that
safety mechanisms in the design of this freezer wilt
operate properly.
Refer to the sedaJ pJate for correct electdcaJ rating.
The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a
three-prong grounding plug for your protection against
shock hazards, it must be plugged directly into a
properly grounded three-prong receptacb, protected with
a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker, The
receptacb must be instalbd in accordance with local
codes and ordinances, Consult a qualified electrician,
Receptacles protected by Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupters (GFIC) are NOT RECOMMENDED, Do not
use an extension cord or adapter plug.
o If voltage varies by 10% or more, freezer performance
may be affected, Operating freezer with insufficient
power can damage the motor, Such damage is not
covered under the warranty, If you suspect your house
hold voltage is high or low, consult your power company
for testing,
o To prevent the freezer from being turned off
accidentically, do not plug unit into an outlet controlled
by a wall switch or pull cord,
o Do not pinch, knot, or bend the cord in any manner,
OTHER
PRECAUTIONS
Never unplug the freezer by pulling on the cord,
Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out from
the receptacle,
NOTE:Turning the temperature control to OFF turns off the
compressor, but does not disconnect the power to the light
bulb or other electrical components,
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Avoid fire hazard or
electric shock, Do not use an extension
cord or an adapter plug, Do not remove
any prong from the power cord,
Grounding type
wall receptacle
FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
ON FREEZER
For one year from the date of purchase, when this freezer
is operated and maintained according to the instructions
provided in this Owner's Guide, Sears will repair this freezer,
free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship,
FULL
RVE-YEAR
REFRIGERATION
WARRANTY
ON SEALED
SYSTEM
For five years from the date of purchase, when this freezer
is operated and maintained according to the instructions
provided in this Owner's Guide, Sears will repair the sealed
system (consisting of refrigerant,connecting tube, and
compressor), free of charge, if defective in material or
workmanship,
The above freezer warranty applies only to freezers which
are used for storage of food for private household purposes,
FOOD LOSS COVERAGE
MMtTATION
if promptly reported to your nearest Sears store or Service
Center, Sears will reimburse you up to a total of $100,00
for the value of food, as verified by Sears, lost while stored
in the freezer when used for private household purposes
as a result of:
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Defects that occur during the first year following the date
of purchase,
2, Failure of the sealed refrigeration system (including
refrigerant, connecting tubing, and compressor), due to
defects that occur during the second through fifth year
after purchase, if freezer is used for other than private
household purposes, Sears will not be responsible for
any food loss, Food losses resulting from other than the
above stated defects, such as natural spoilage, power
interruption, inadequate power, manual disconnect of
power supply, fire damage, water damage, theft, etc,,
are beyond our control and are not covered by Sears,
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you, This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have
other rights which vary from state to state,
Warranty service is available by contacting the NEAREST
SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT in the United
States, See the back page of this manual,
Power supply
cord with 3-prong
grounding pNug
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Dept. 817WA
Hoffrnan Estates, mL 60179
............
CA
Sears Canada Inc., warrants every new Kenmore freezer to be free from defects in material or workmanship. What Sears
will do, free of charge, in case of defect:
The Sealed System
(consisting of refrigerant,
evaporator, condenser
and compressor)
All other parts or
adjustments
FIVE (5) YEARS
FIVE (5) YEARS
FIVE (5) YEARS
ONE (1) YEARS
ONE (1) YEARS
ONE (1) YEARS
Normal
Responsibility
of the
Customer
The following items, since they are not manufacturing defects, are not included in the warranty, but are the responsibility of
the customer:
1)
Damage to finish after delivery.
2)
Improper power supply, low voltage, or any defects in the house wiring system or appliance not connected
to electric outlet.
3)
Replacement of light bulbs.
4)
Damage caused by moving the product from its original installation.
5)
Service required as a result of alteration, abuse, fire, floods, or acts of God.
6)
Providing adequate air circulation to the refrigerating system.
7)
Proper use and care of product as listed in the customer's manual; proper setting of the controls.
If any service is required under this warranty, simply call 1-800-4-MY-HOME sM(1-800-469-4663).
This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty. The above warranty covers Kenmore Elite Freezers sold and operated in Canada only and shall not apply if the freezer is used for other than domestic purposes.
Sears
Maintenance
Agreement
Maintain the value of your Kenmore freezer with a Sears Maintenance Agreement.
SEARS CANADA INC. o Toronto, Canada o M5B 2B8
PRINTEDINU.S.A.
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In the U.S.A.
In Canada
Master Protection Agreements
Maintenance Agreements
Congratulations on making a smart purchase, Your
new Kenmore ®appliance is designed and
manufactured for years of dependable operation. But
like all products, it may require preventive
maintenance or repair from time to time, That's when
having a Master Protection Agreement can save you
money and aggravation,
Your purchase has added value because you can
depend on Sears HomeCentral ®for service. With over
2400 Service Technicians and access to over 900,000
parts and accessories, we have the tools, parts,
knowledge and skills to ensure the pledge: We Service
What We Sell.
Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and
protect yourself from unexpected hassle and expense,
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend
the life of your new appliance, Here's what's included
in the Agreement:
Your Kenmore ®appliance is designed, manufactured
and tested to provide years of dependable operation.
Yet any major appliance may require service from time
to time. The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you
an outstanding service program, affordably priced.
The Sears Maintenance
_'
Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair
specialists
•
_'
Unlimited service and no charge for parts and
labor on all covered repairs
•
_'
"No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your
covered product if more than three product failures
occur within twelve months
•
_'
Product replacement
can't be fixed
_'
Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your
request - no extra charge
_'
Fast help by phone - non-technical and
instructional assistance on products repaired in
your home, plus convenient repair scheduling
_'
Power surge protection against electrical
damage due to power fluctuations
_'
Rental reimbursement
if repair of your covered
product takes longer than promised
if your covered product
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone
call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You
can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service
appointment online,
Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists,
who have access to over 4,5 million quality parts and
accessories, That's the kind of professionalism you
can count on to help prolong the life of your new
purchase for years to come. Purchase your Master
Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices
and additional information,
call 1-800-827-6655.
Sears Installation
Service
For Sears guaranteed professional installation of home
appliances and items like garage door openers and
water heaters, in the U,S,A, call 1-800-4MY-HOME ®,
•
Agreement
Is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's
price.
Eliminate repair bills resulting from normal wear
and tear.
Provides for non-technical and instructional
assistance.
Even if you don't need repairs, provides an annual
Preventive Maintenance Check, at your request, to
ensure that your appliance is in proper running
condition.
Some limitations apply. For information
concerning Sears Canada Maintenance
Agreements, call 1-800-361-6665
CLEANING
This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions
for your model Use the freezer onUyas instructed in this
Owner's Guide. Before starting the freezer, follow these
important first steps.
iNSTALLATiON
Choose a pUacethat is neara grounded eUectricaUoutbt.
Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter pUug.
Wash any removable parts, the freezer interior, and
exterior with mild detergent and warm water, Wipe dry,
Do not use harsh cteaners 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 seriaJ plate.
For the most efficient operation, the freezer shouUd be
MD REMOVAL
bcated where surrounding temperatures wHUnot exceed
110°F (43°C). Temperatures of 32°F (O°C) and bebw wHU
See Instructions on Hinge label. (UNPLUG THE UNIT,)
NOT affect freezer operation. AdditionaU compressor
heaters are not recommended.
o 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.
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3" _5 ram)
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,
NOTE: The exterior walls of the freezer may become quite
warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from the
inside, Temperatures as much as 80 ° F warmer than room
temperature can be expected, For this reason it is particularly important in hotter climates to allow enough space for
air circulation around your freezer,
LEVEUNG
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 is not leveled during installation, the door may be
misaligned and not close or seal properly, causing cooling,
frost, or moisture problems, if needed, add metal or wood
shims between foot pads and floor,
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,
o Freezer baskets should not be lined with aluminum foil,
wax paper, or paper toweling, Liners interfere with cold
air circulation, making the freezer less efficient,
o Organize and label food to reduce lid openings and
extended searches, Remove as many items as needed
at one time, and close the lid as soon as possible,
TXFCCID:ABMELU81A
Theuserinterface(ControlPanel)andreceiver
(FreezerMate)havebeentestedandfoundto
complywiththelimitsfora ClassBdigitaldevice,
pursuanttopart15oftheFCCRules.Theselimits
aredesignedtoprovidereasonable
protection
againstharmfulinterference
in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•
Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
•
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Changes or modifications to the transmitter or
receiver not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
This freezer requires the installation of a standard 9volt battery (not included). The freezer will not
function as intended, without the battery installed.
Please locate the battery holder as described in the
following illustrations. Remove cover(s), hook up the
connector, slide battery and excess wire into the
compartment and replace cover(s).
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COOL DOWN PERIOD
For safe food storage, allow 4 hours for the freezer
to cool down completely. The freezer will run continuously for the first several hours. Foods that are
already frozen may be placed in the freezer after
the first few hours of operation. Unfrozen foods
should NOT be loaded into the freezer until the
freezer has operated for 4 hours.
When loading the 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 adjust
the temperature setting while freezing food.
TEMPERATURE
SETTING
The desired temperature inside the freezer can be
set using the UP (?) and DOWN (?) buttons on the
control panel, located on the door/lid of the freezer.
Press either the UP or DOWN buttons once to
display the current setting. You may now use the UP
and DOWN buttons to change the temperature
setting to one which suits your needs. The range of
settings is -t0°F to 10°F( -24°C to -12°C ) (See
figure land 2). The display will return to showing the
temperature of the cabinet after five seconds of
inactivity.
FREEZER
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You may also turn off the freezer by pressing the UP
button when at temperature setting 10°F
(-12°C).
F
The display will read OF (figure 3). The freezer will
F
not cool anything while it is in OF position. The door
light will continue to operate while in OF F.
Battery Installation for Chest Type Freezer
WARNING: The freezer still has electrical power
while in OFF. Disconnect freezer from the outlet
before cleaning or moving it.
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TEMPERATURE MODE CHANGE
Temperature display can be changed from °F to °C to
°F by pressing the ALARM RESET and DOWN arrow
simultaneously until the control panel beeps. The
display will change to the other mode.
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ALARM FUNCTIONS
QUICK FREEZE
Quick Freeze enables the compressor to run
continuously to help cool large quantities of warm
(room temperature) foods faster. Always cool down
hot foods to room temperature before placing them in
the freezer. Use this feature just prior to adding large
quantities of unfrozen foods (not to exceed 3
pounds per cubic foot of freezer space). For
example, do not place more than 45 pounds of room
temperature food into a 15 cubic foot freezer.
To activate the Quick Freeze feature, push the
QUICK FREEZE button. The control panel will beep
once and the display will now read "FF"
(figure 4),
indicating that Quick Freeze has begun.
For your convenience, Quick Freeze will
automatically turn off after a period of 72 hours and
the freezer will return to the previous temperature
setting. You may deactivate Quick Freeze at any time
by pressing the QUICK FREEZE button. The display
will return to showing the current temperature inside
the freezer and the control panel will beep once.
DISPLAY LOCKOUT
Press and hold the ALARM RESET key until the
control panel beeps to activate or deactivate the
Display Lockout feature which prevents the user from
accidentally changing the temperature and quick
C_l
freeze settings. 'LO (LOCK, figure 5) will be
displayed for 3 seconds indicating that the control
panel is locked. Once in lockout when a key is
pressed, "LO c'' will display for 3 seconds. When the
lockout is deactivated, UL (UNLOCK, figure 6) will
display for 1 second.
TEMPERATURE ALARM
If the cabinet temperature rises to a level above 23°F
(-5°C), a high temperature alarm will be activated.
The control panel will beep every 5 seconds, the red
alarm light will glow and the display will flash. This
will continue until the problem is determined,
corrected and temperature once again drops to a
level below 23°F (-5°C). You may stop the beep by
pressing the ALARM RESET button. To also stop the
display from flashing press and hold the ALARM
RESET button until the control panel beeps.
Temperature Alarm will reactivate itself upon
reaching a safe temperature.
DOOR / LID AJAR ALARM
The door/lid alarm will activate if it is ajar for more
than five minutes. The control panel will beep every
five seconds, the red alarm light will glow and the
display will alternate between "d" (Door/Lid, See
figure 7) and the cabinet temperature. Press the
ALARM RESET button to turn the audible alarm
(beep) off. The display will keep flashing and the red
light will stay on. Close the door/lid of the freezer to
return it to normal operation.
FREEZER
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LOW / NO BATTERY ALARM
The Low/No battery alarm will activate when the
power level of the battery becomes low. The display
will alternate between "b" (Battery, See figure 8) and
the cabinet temperature, the red alarm light will
become illuminated and the control panel will beep
every five seconds. To stop the audible alarm (beep),
press the "ALARM RESET" button. The red alarm
light will remain on and the display will continue to
flash until a new battery is installed. This same alarm
will activate if there is no battery installed.
QUICK
FREFZE
FREEZER
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Figure: 8
POWER FAILURE
If power to the freezer is lost, the power loss alarm
will activate. The display will be off but the control
panel will beep every minute (See figure 9). To turn
the audible alarm (beep) off, press the ALARM
RESET button. The audible alarm will also turn off
automatically when power is reconnected to the
freezer. The temperature alarm will activate if the
temperature of the cabinet rises to a level above 23°F
during power failure. The red alarm light however will
not illuminate.
FREEZER
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SYSTEM ERROR ALARM
The display will alternate between temperature and
"CE"( figure 10) or "E"( figure 11) and the control
panel will beep every five seconds. Press the ALARM
RESET button to turn the audible alarm (beep) off.
Call service repair to correct the problem.
QUICK FREEZE
Figure: 10
FREEZER
TEMP
QUICK FREEZE
ALARM
Figure: 11
ALARM FUNCTION TABLE
Except during power loss, the red alarm light illuminates whenever there is an alarm status.
Display Status
Function
Response
Cabinet temperature is displayed.
Normal Operation
None
FF is displayed.
Quick Freeze
None
Temperature flashing on and off.
Control panel beeps every 5
seconds.
Freezer temp. too high
Check power is connected. Contact
service technician. Press ALARM
RESET to shut off audible alarm (beep).
Alternating: "b" and temperature.
Control panel beeps every 5
seconds.
Low/no battery
Replace 9V battery. Press ALARM
RESET to stop audible alarm (beep).
Alternating: "d" and temperature.
Door ajar
Close door. Press ALARM RESET to
stop audible alarm (beep).
Operational error
Contact service technician. Press
ALARM RESET to stop audible alarm
(beep).
Control panel beeps every 5
seconds.
Alternating: E and temperature.
Control panel beeps every 5
seconds.
Alternating: CE and temperature.
Operational error
Control panel beeps every 5
seconds.
Display off. Control panel beeps
every minute.
Power failure
Reconnect power connection. Press
ALARM RESET to stop audible alarm
(beep).
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NOTE:Yourfreezermayhave some,
or aH of the
features listed below. Become famitiar with these
features, and their use and care.
SECURITY
LOCK
WITH
POP-OUT
KEY
This security Uockfastens the HdsnugUy, ensuring stored
food is secure. To Uockor unlock the freezer, push the key
into the lock and turn. The key pops out of the lock after it
has been turned.
INTERIOR
Never attempt to operate freezer without this shelf
correctly installed as it will not have adequate air
circulation to function properly.
LIGHT
Wire Shelf
Removam
Slide top prongs of wire shelf out of their locating holes in
the top side of the cabinet. Lift and slide shelf at an angle to
guide it out from the locating slots at the bottom of the
cabinet and remove. Reverse this procedure to reinstall the
shelf.
The light comes on automatically when the door is opened.
To replace the light bulb, turn the temperature control to
OFF and unplug the electrica! cord. Replace the old bulb
with a bulb of the same wattage.
SMDE-ASIDE
BASKET
\
This basket helps organize odd-shaped items. To reach other
packages in the freezer, slide the basket aside, or lift out.
"°-°"-"'"
Damp objects stick to
cold metaBsurfaces. Do not touch
interior metal surfaces with wet or
damp hands.
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.
Your chest freezer is frost-free and defrosts automatically,
but should be cleaned occasionally.
CLEANING
THE
iNSIDE
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 and door basket 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.
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ff Jeavingthefreezer
tidopenwhileonvacation,make
certainthatchildrencannotget into
the freezer and become entrapped.
VACATION
AND
MOVING
TIPS
Short Vacations:
Leave the freezer operating during vacations of bss
than three weeks,
Long Vacations:
if the freezer wHUnot be used for severaU months:
,
Remove all food and unplug the power cord,
,
Clean and dry the interior thoroughly,
*
Leave the freezer lid open slightly, blocking it open if
necessary, to prevent odor and mold growth,
Moving: When moving the freezer, follow these guidelines
to prevent damage:
*
Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet,
*
Remove foods, then clean the freezer,
* Secure all loose items such as baskets by taping them
securely in place to prevent damage,
*
in the moving vehicle, secure freezer in an upright
position to prevent movement, Also protect outside of
freezer with a blanket, or similar item,
NOTE: Do not open freezer Hd
unnecessarily if freezer is off for
eeveraJ hours.
if a power failure occurs, frozen foods wiii stay frozen for
at bast 24 hours if the 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 !ce, 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 TrouMeehooting
Guide, 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
failure, if necessary, take the food to a local locker plant
until the freezer is ready to operate, Look in theYellow
Pages under Frozen Food Locker P/ants,
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before calling for service, review this list, it may save you time and expense, This list
incHudes common occurences
that are not the resuHt of defective workmanship
or
materiaHs in this appHiance,
PROBLEM
FREEZER
DOES
CAUSE
CORRECTION
o Freezer is plugged into a circuit
that has a ground fault interrupt.
o Temperature control is in the
OFF position.
o Freezer may not be plugged in,
or plug may be loose.
o House fuse blown or tripped
circuit breaker.
,, Use another circuit. If you are unsure about the outlet,
have it checked by a certified technician.
,, See Setting the Temperature ControB Section.
NOT RUN
Freezer does not run.
o
Freezer runs too much or too
long.
Power outage.
,, Ensure pJug is tightly pushed into outlet.
,, ChecWreplace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse.
Reset
circuit breaker.
,, Check house lights. CalI local Electric Company.
,, Room or outside weather is
hot.
,, Freezer has recently been
disconnected for a period of
time.
o Large amounts of warm or hot
food have been stored recently.
o Lid is opened too frequently
or too long.
o Freezer lid may be slightly
open.
o Temperature Control is set too
low.
o Freezer gasket is dirty, worn,
cracked, or poorly fitted.
,, It's normal for the freezer to work harder under these
conditions.
,, It takes 4 hours for the freezer to cool down completely.
,, Warm food will cause freezer to run more until the
desired temperature is reached.
,, Warm air entering the freezer causes it to run more.
Open lid Jess often.
,, See "UD PROBLEMS" Section.
Turn contro! knob to a warmer setting. Allow several
hours for the temperature to stabilize.
,, Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door seal will
cause freezer to run longer in order to maintain desired
temperature.
Interior Freezer temperature
too cold.
is
• Temperature Control is set too
Iow.
,, Turn the control to a warmer setting. Allow several hours
for the temperature to stabilize.
Interior Freezer temperature
too warm.
is
,, Temperature Control is set too
,, Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several hours for
the temperature to stabilize.
,, Warm air enters the freezer every time the lid is
opened. Open the lid Iess often.
,, See "UD PROBLEMS" Section.
warm.
,, Lid is kept open too long or is
opened too frequently.
,, Lid may not be seating
properly.
,, Large amounts of warm or hot
food may have been stored
recently.
o Freezer has recently been
disconnected for a period of
time.
Freezer external surface
temperature is warm.
SOUND
AND
Louder sound
freezer is on.
,, Wait until the freezer has had a chance to reach its
selected temperature.
,, Freezer requires 4 hours to cool down completely'.
o The external 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.
o Modern freezers have
increased storage capacity and
more stable temperatures,
They require a high efficiency
compressor.
,, This is normal When the surrounding noise leveI is Iow,
you might hear the compressor running while it cools
the interior.
o Freezer operates at higher
pressures during the start of
the ON cycle.
,, This is normal. Sound will leveI off or disappear as
freezer continues to run.
NOISE
levels whenever
Longer sound levems when
compressor
comes on.
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PROBLEM
BOUND
AND
NOISE
m
CAUSE
CORRECTmON
(Cont.)
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.
DubMing or gurgling
Bike water boHingo
,, Refrigerant (used to cool
freezer) is circulating
throughout the system.
,, This is normal.
Vibrating
or rattling
sound,
,, Freezer is not level It rocks on
the floor when it is moved
noise.
Level the unit. Refer to "Leveling" in the First Steps
Section.
slightly.
,, Floor is uneven or weak.
Freezer rocks on floor when it
is moved slightly.
,, Freezer is touching the wall.
WATER/MOIBTURE/FROBT
Moisture forms
freezer walls.
on inside
forms
on ouside
INBIDE FREEZER
This is normal.
o Weather is hot and humid,
which increases internal rate of
frost build-up.
,, Lid may not be seating
properly.
o Lid is kept open too long, or
is opened too frequently.
WATER/MOIBTURFJFROBT
Moisture
freezer.
Ensure floor can adequately support freezer. Level the
freezer by putting wood or metal shims under part of the
freezer.
Releve! the freezer or move freezer slightly. Refer to
"Leveling" in the First Steps Section.
of
See "LID PROBLEMS"
Section.
Open the lid less often.
OUTSIDE FREEZER
,, Lid may not be seating
properly, causing the cold air
from inside the freezer to meet
warm moist air from outside.
,, See "LID PROBLEMS"
Section.
ODOR iN FREEZER
Odors
in freezer
,, Interior needs to be cleaned.
o Foods with strong odors are in
the freezer.
I
lean interior with sponge, warm water, and baking
soda.
Cover the food tightly.
LiD PROBLEMS
Lid will not close.
o Freezer is not level It rocks on
the floor when it is moved
slightly.
Floor is uneven or weak.
Freezer rocks on 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.
,, Level the floor by using wood or metal shims under the
freezer or brace floor supporting the freezer.
LIGHT BULB IB NOT ON
Light bulb is not on.
o Light bulb is burned out.
,, No electric current is reaching
the freezer.
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Follow directions under "Interior Light" in the Freezer
Io
Features Section.
See "FREEZER DOES NOT RUN" Section.
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