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Between Defrostings
To avoid frequent defrosting, occasionally use a plastic
scraper to remove frost. Scrape with a pulling motion.
Never use a metal instrument to remove frost.
Vacation and Moving Tips
Short Vacations:
Leave the freezer operating during
vacations of less than three weeks.
Long Vacations:
If the freezer 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 freezer door open
slightly, blocking it open if necessary.
Moving:
Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall
outlet. Remove food, defrost, and then clean the freezer.
Secure all loose items such as base panel, baskets, and
shelves by taping them securely in place to prevent
damage. In the moving vehicle, secure freezer in an
upright position, and secure to prevent movement. Also
protect outside of freezer with a blanket, or similar item.
CARE AND CLEANING
CAUTION
Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces. Do not touch
interior metal surfaces with wet or damp hands.
Defrosting
It is important to defrost and clean freezer when ¼
to ½ inch of frost has accumulated. Frost may tend to
accumulate faster on upper part of the freezer due to
warm, moist air entering the freezer when the door is
opened. Remove food and leave the door open when
defrosting the freezer.
If the frost is soft, remove it by using a plastic scraper. If
the frost is glazed and hard, fill deep pans with hot water
and place them on the freezer bottom. Close the freezer
door. Frost should soften in about 15 minutes. Repeat
this procedure if necessary.
Cleaning the Inside
After defrosting, wash inside surfaces of the freezer with
a solution of two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart
(1.136 litres) warm water. Rinse and dry. Wring excess
water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the
area of the controls, or any electrical parts.
Wash the removable parts with the baking soda solution
mentioned above, or mild detergent and warm water.
Rinse and dry.
Never
use metallic scouring pads,
brushes, abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any
surface. Do not wash removable parts in a dishwasher.
Cleaning the Outside
Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid
detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft
cloth. Replace parts and food.
CAUTION
Freezer must be unplugged (to avoid electrical hazard)
from power source when defrosting unit.
