Whirlpool EH180FXL Freezer User Manual


 
Before using your freezer, you are personally
responsible for making sure that it...
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is installed and leveled on a floor that will
hold the weight, and in an area suitable for
its size and use.
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is connected only to the right kind of outlet,
with the right electrical supply and ground-
ing. (Refer to your “Electrical Requirements
and Grounding Instructions:‘)
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is used only for jobs expected of home
freezers.
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is not near an oven, radiator or other heat
source.
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is properly maintained.
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is in a dry sheltered area.
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is used in an area where the room tempera-
ture will not exceed 110°F (43.3”C).
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is not run where there are explosive fumes.
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is not used by children or others who may not
understand how it should be used.
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is not loaded with food before it has time to
get properly cold.
Install Properly. . .
Allow room tooDen lid 1
Check the strength of the floor. It should hold
weight of fully loaded freezer.
Allow at least 3 inches (7.5 cm] air space on
all sides of freezer and 2 inches (5 cm) at
back. Leave room at top for lid to open all the
way.
It should not be necessary to remove the lid
during installation. If. for any reason, the hinges
need adjustment, see your authorized
WHIRLPOOL dealer.
Do not cover the freezer with items such as
blankets, sheets, tablecloths, etc.
level Chest Freezer.. .
from end to end and front to back so that the Ild
WIII seal properly
Check with level
Remove Sales Label.. .
Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label before
using the freezer. Remove any left over glue with
rubbing alcohol.
Note: DO NOT REMOVE the Care and Ser-
vice label on the inside lid. This permanent
label provides immediate information
should it be needed. Do not remove Tech
Sheet permanently attached to back of
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cabinet.
Clean It...
Clean your freezer before using it. See clean-
ing instructions on page 4.
Defrost Drain Cover...
Installing Defrost Drain Cover:
1. Remove cover from literature package.
2. Check drawing on page one for placement.
3. Install cover.
Plug It In...
J-prong groundlng
type wall receptacle”
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groundlng plug
power cord
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Recommended Groundlng Method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15 or 20 ampere fused
electrical supply is required. It is recommended
that a separate circuit serving only this appliance
be provided. The receptacle should not be con-
trolled by a wall switch or pull chain.
Attach retaining clip over power cord plug from
the literature package inside your freezer. Do not
use an extension cord.