Whirlpool EH090FXK Freezer User Manual


 
Sliding Basket...
can be moved from side to side when load-
ing or unloading food below it. The basket also
can be lifted out of the freezer completely.
Cleaning your freezer
The freezer should be cleaned when frost has
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Remove food items and sliding basket.
built up to about l/4 inch (6 mm) thickness. Com-
plete defrosting and cleaning should be done at
Note: Wrap frozen foods and packages in sev-
least once a year. In high humidity areas, a freezer
eral layers of newspaper and cover with a blan-
may need more frequent defrosting.
ket. Food will stay frozen several hours.
After defrosting, plug in freezer. Follow direc-
To clean your freezer:
tions for “Setting the Cold Control,” page 3
0 Unplug it.
Part
Removable sliding
basket
Outside
What to use
Mild detergent and
warm water.
Sponge, cloth or
paper towel; mild
detergent.
How to clean
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Wash with warm water and a mild
detergent.
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Rinse and dry.
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Wash with warm water and a mild
detergent.
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Rinse and dry.
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Do not use abrasive or harsh
cleansers.
Waxing is recommended in high humidity areas. Use a good
auto paste wax or an appliance wax on painted metal surfaces.
Inside walls
Plastic scraper, pans of
hot water, electric fan,
sponge or towel,
baking soda, warm
water.
0 Use plastic scraper to remove frost.
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Place pans of hot water in freezer with
lid open to speed melting. Directing
air from an electric fan into the freezer
will also help.
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Remove defrost water with towel or
sponge.
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Wash with solution of 2 tablespoons
(26 g) baking soda to 1 quart (.95 L)
warm water.
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Rinse and dry.
DO NOT USE an ice pick, knife or other sharp-pointed tool or
any type of electric defroster to defrost freezer. They can
cause damage to the liner and interior parts.
Lid gasket
Sponge, soft cloth or
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Wash with mild detergent and warm
paper towel; mild
water.
detergent, warm water.
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Rinse and dry.
DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents,
bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum on plastic parts.
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