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Vacation and
moving care
Shutting off or
moving freezer
When you take
a vacation
Arrange to have a periodic
check of your freezer to make
sure it is operating and
electricity to freezer has not
been interrupted.
If you shut the freezer off for a
period of time (more than 24
hours):
l
Remove all food.
0 Unplug freezer.
l
Clean thoroughly, using two
tablespoons baking soda to
one quart of warm water. Rinse
and dry.
l
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:
l
Remove all food, unplug
freezer and clean thoroughly.
l
Remove any baskets, bins or
removable shelves.
l
Tape or lock door shut to
prevent damage.
l
Level freezer when relocated
to insure door seal.
l
Make sure new location can
support the weight of the
loaded freezer.
l
When reconnecting freezer,
refer to the “To Start Freezer”
section of this instruction card
5.