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This Use & Care Guide provides general oper-

ating instructions for your model. Use the unit 

only as instructed in this Use & Care Guide. 

Before starting the unit, follow these 

important first steps.

Location

Choose a place that is near a grounded  

electrical outlet. 

For the most efficient operation, the appliance 

should be located where surrounding tempera-

tures will not exceed 110°F (43°C). Tempera

-

tures of 32°F (0°C) and below will NOT affect 

operation. Additional compressor heaters are 

not recommended.
Allow space around the unit for good air circu-

lation. Leave a 4 inch (101.6 mm) space on all 

sides of the unit for adequate circulation.

INSTALLATION

Cleaning

•  Wash any removable parts of the  

appliance interior and exterior with mild 

detergent and warm water. Wipe dry.  

DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS ON 

THESE SURFACES.

•  Do not use razor blades or other sharp in-

struments which can scratch the appliance 

surface when removing adhesive labels. 

Any glue left from the tape can be removed 

with a mixture of warm water and mild de

-

tergent or the residue can be touched with 

the sticky side of tape already removed. 

DO NOT REMOVE THE SERIAL LABEL

.

Leveling (optional)

Extend

  Retract

NOTE

It is VERY IMPORTANT for your freezer to be 

level in order to function properly. If the unit 

is not leveled during installation, the lid may 

be misaligned and not close or seal properly, 

causing cooling, frost, or moisture problems.

Use the leveling legs (located on the left side, 

front and rear) to ensure that all 4 corners of 

the freezer are resting firmly on a solid floor. 

Turn the leveling legs clockwise to retract the 

legs and counterclockwise to extend the legs. 

Ensure the floor is strong enough to support a 

fully loaded freezer.

Summary of Contents for FFCS0522AW

Page 1: ...gidaire ca Canada 1 800 265 8352 All about the Use Care of your Freezer A20585701 June 2020 Important Safety Instructions 2 Installation 4 Controls and Settings 5 Storage Features 6 Storing Food and Saving Energy 7 Care and Cleaning 8 Troubleshooting 10 Warranty 11 ...

Page 2: ...k of fire or explosion Dispose of property in accordance with federal or lo cal regulations Flammable refrigerant used CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion due to punc ture refrigerant tubing Follow handling instruc tions carefully Flammable refrigerant used WARNING WARNING CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS Cancer and Reproductive Harm www P65Warnings ca gov For Your Safety Do not store or use gasoline or other f...

Page 3: ... cord Unplug the appliance before cleaning to avoid electrical shock If voltage varies by 10 or more appliance performance may be affected Operating the unit with insufficient power can damage the motor Such damage is not covered under the warranty If you suspect your household voltage is high or low consult your power company for testing To prevent the appliance from being turned off accidentally...

Page 4: ...water Wipe dry DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS ON THESE SURFACES Do not use razor blades or other sharp in struments which can scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels Any glue left from the tape can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild de tergent or the residue can be touched with the sticky side of tape already removed DO NOT REMOVE THE SERIAL LABEL Leveling optional Ext...

Page 5: ... foot of freezer space at one time Distribute packages to be frozen evenly throughout the appliance It is not neces sary to turn control knob to a colder setting while freezing food Temperature Control The temperature control is located on the front outside wall The temperature control is adjust able to provide a range of temperatures for your personal satisfaction The temperature is factory prese...

Page 6: ...nd cleaning See Defrosting in CARE AND CLEANING section Power On Light The Power On Light indicates that the appliance is properly connected to electrical power The light glows even when the temperature control is turned to OFF If the light goes out refer to Appliance does not run in the TROUBLESHOOTING section ...

Page 7: ...ger Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality or spoil Be sure to wrap foods properly and wipe containers dry before placing them in the unit This cuts down on frost build up inside the appliance The unit should not be lined with aluminum foil wax paper or paper toweling Liners interfere with cold air circulation making the appliance less efficient Organize and label food to reduce door openin...

Page 8: ...wer source when cleaning unit Other Precautions To defrost appliance always unplug unit first Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle Turning the control to OFF turns off the compressor but does not disconnect power to other electrical components Defrosting It is important to defrost and clean the appli ance when to i...

Page 9: ...cation and Moving Tips Short Vacations Leave the unit operating during vacations of less than 3 weeks Long Vacations If the appliance will not be used for several months remove all food and unplug the power cord Clean and dry the interior thoroughly To prevent odor and mold growth leave the door open slightly blocking it open if necessary Moving Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet ...

Page 10: ...stabilize Warm air enters the appliance every time the lid is opened Open the lid less often Wait until the appliance has had a chance to reach its selected temperature Appliance requires 24 hours to cool down completely SOUND AND NOISE Vibrating or rattling noise Appliance is not level It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Floor is uneven or weak Appliance rocks on floor when it is move...

Page 11: ...arts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRA...

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