Kenmore 19702 Freezer User Manual


 
Defrosting Your Freezer
Forthemost efficient operation and minimumenergy consumption,defrost the
freezer when the frost on the freezer walls isexcessive (r/4to r/'2inchthick).
Choose a time when thestock of frozen food islow.
CAUTION
Do not useboiling water because itmay damage the plastic parts. Inaddition, never usea sharp
or metallic instrumentto remove frost as it may damage thecooling coils and will void the
warranty. We recommend usingthe plastic scraper provided with your unit.
Removethe frozen food from the freezer and place it ina cooler to protect the food.
Turnthe thermostat knob to "OFF".
Unplugthe freezen The PowerSupply light shouldbe off (green light out).
® Duringdefrosting, the ice meltsinto the cabinet.
Removethe drain plug on theinside floor of the freezer by pulling straight out.
® Placea shallow pan or drip tray outside drain outlet. Thedefrost water will drain out.
(See the diagram below)
Drain outlet
Drip Tray
Drain outlet
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