Whirlpool EH1500 Freezer User Manual


 
Using your freezer
Setting the temperature control...
Adjusting the temperature control...
I. Insert a coin in the slot of the Temperature Control to
I, Turn control to higher number for colder temper-
turn it.
atures.
2. Turn control to Number 3. This setting is designed to
2. Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures,
maintain the temperature at or near 0°F ( - 173°C)
under normal operating conditions.
Cooling freezer first...
Allow freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with
frozen food.
NOTE: When freezer is first started the compressor will
run constantly until the cabinet is cooled. It may take
up to 6 to 8 hours or longer, depending on room tem-
perature and the number of times the freezer lid is
opened.
After the cabinet is cooled the compressor will turn
on and off as needed to keep freezer at proper
temperature.
The sliding baskets...
can be moved from side to side or removed when
loading or unloading fcod below it.
To remove:
Lift baskets out.
To replace:
Lower baskets into place.
The key eject lock...
can help reduce the hazard of child
entrapment.
To lock or unlock the freezer you must hold the key in
the lock while turning. The lock is spring loaded so the
key cannot be left in the lock.
If the key is lost, contact your service agency for a
replacement. Always give the
complete
model and
serial number of your freezer when requesting a re-
placement key.
The signal light...
automatically warns of any unexpected power
failure.
If the signal light is not glowing, immediately check:
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for power interruption,
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for an unplugged power cord,
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for a burned out signal light.
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To replace:
1. Unplug power cord from outlet.
2. Carefully snap out light cover and assembly with a
screwdriver by inserting it under the end of metal
edge of the light. Be careful not to chip finish on
freezer
3. Unplug burned out signal light and replace with a
new one. Signal light can be ordered from your
service agency.
4. Then, snap light assembly into place.
5. Plug power cord into outlet.
Energy Saving Tips...
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Fill to capacity Follow recommended procedures
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Check lid gasket and level cabinet to ensure a
for freezing foods.
good lid seal. Keeping freezer locked ensures lid
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Set Temperature Control to provide temperatures
closure.
around 0°F ( - 17.8”C). There is no need to sfore foods
below 0°F.
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Keep lid openings to a minimum. Remove several
items at one time. Keep contents organized to elimi-
l Do not let trost build up to more than Y4 Inch
nate searching.
(6 mm) lhlck.
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