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Important Safety Instructions

fOR YOuR safETY

  •  Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable 

liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. 
Read product labels for warnings regarding  

flammability and other hazards.

  •  Do not operate the freezer in the presence of  

 

explosive fumes.

  •  Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice  

maker.

  •  Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can 

cause severe cuts, and also destroy finishes if they  
come in contact with other appliances or furniture.

Child safETY

Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any 
exterior wrapping material immediately after the freezer 
is unpacked. Children should 

NEvER 

use these items 

to play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic 
sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers, 
and can quickly cause suffocation. 

pROpER dispOsal Of YOuR 
REfRigERaTOR OR fREEzER

Risk of child entrapment

Child entrapment and suffocation 
are not problems of the past. 
Junked or abandoned refrigerators 
or freezers are still dangerous – 
even if they will sit for “just a few 
days.” If you are getting rid of your 
old refrigerator or freezer, please 
follow the instructions below to help 
prevent accidents. 

Before you throw away your old 
refrigerator/freezer:

  •  Remove doors.
  •  Leave shelves in place so children may not easily 

climb inside.

  •  Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service  

 

technician.

ElECTRiCal iNfORmaTiON

  •

  Refer to the serial plate for correct electrical 

rating. 

The power cord of the appliance is equipped 

with a three-prong grounding plug for your protection 
against shock hazards. It must be plugged directly 
into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle.

 The 

power supply circuit must be installed in accordance 
with current edition of the National Electrical Code 
(NFPA 70) and local codes and ordinances. Con

sult 

a qualified electrician. Receptacles protected by 
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFIC) are NOT 
RECOMMENDED. 

do not use an extension cord 

or adapter plug.

  •  If voltage varies by 10%

 

or more, freezer 

performance may be affected. Operating freezer 
with insufficient power can damage the motor. Such 
damage is not covered under the warranty. If you 
suspect your house hold voltage is high or low, 
consult your power company for testing.

  •  To prevent the freezer from being turned off   

accidentally, do not plug unit into an outlet controlled 
by a wall switch or pull cord.

  •  Do not pinch, knot, or bend the cord in any manner.
  •  To defrost freezer, always unplug unit first.
  •  never unplug the freezer by pulling on the cord. 

Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out from 
the receptacle.

Grounding type

wall receptacle

Power cord with

3-prong grounded plug

do not, under

any circumstances,

cut, remove,

or bypass the

grounding prong.

       

waRNiNg

please read all instructions before using this 
freezer.

       

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These guidelines must be followed to ensure that 
safety mechanisms in this freezer will operate 
properly.

       

impORTaNT

Turning the temperature control to OFF turns off the 
compressor, but does not disconnect the power to the 
light bulb and other electrical components. 

Summary of Contents for GLFH1779GW - 16.7 cu. Ft. Upright Freezer

Page 1: ... Safety Instructions 3 Installation 4 5 Temperature Control 5 Freezer Features 6 Energy Saving Tips 7 Power Failure Freezer Failure 7 Ice Service 8 Care Cleaning 9 Warranty Information 10 Before You Call 11 13 p N 297208600 OCTOBER 2007 ...

Page 2: ... to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Please record your model and serial numbers below for future reference This information is found on the serial plate located inside the freezer compartment NOTE Use only soap and water to clean serial plate Model Number Serial Number Pur...

Page 3: ...rect electrical rating The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazards It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle The power supply circuit must be installed in accordance with current edition of the National Electrical Code NFPA 70 and local codes and ordinances Consult a qualified electrician ...

Page 4: ...It is Very Important for your freezer to be level in order to function properly If the freezer is not leveled during installation the door may be misaligned and not close or seal properly causing cooling frost or moisture problems To Level Freezer After discarding crating screws and wood base use a carpenter s level to level the freezer from front to back Adjust the plastic leveling feet in front ...

Page 5: ... freezer on its back on a rug or blanket 2 Remove two base screws and base panel 3 Remove bottom hinge screws 4 Remove plastic top hinge cover 5 Remove screws from top hinge 6 Remove top hinge from cabinet 7 Remove door and bottom hinge from cabinet 8 To replace door reverse the above order and manner of removal Securely tighten all screws to prevent hinge slippage Cold Control Temperature Control...

Page 6: ...cers that stabilize the shelves for shipping may be removed and discarded Freezer Features to adjust cantilever shelves 1 2 Lift up and out Adjustable Interior Shelves Upright Models 1 Lift front edge up 2 Pull shelf out Replace the shelf by inserting the hooks at rear of the shelf into the wall bracket Lower the shelf into the desired slots and lock into position NOTE Cantilever shelves are suppo...

Page 7: ...and mold growth Moving When moving the freezer follow these guidelines to prevent damage Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet Remove foods then defrost and 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 to prevent movement Also protect outsi...

Page 8: ...the ice container under the ice maker pushing it as far back as possible Lower the wire signal arm to its down or ON position New plumbing connections may cause the first production of ice cubes to be discolored or have an odd flavor These first cubes should be discarded until the cubes produced are free of discoloration and taste Turning your ice maker off To stop the ice maker lift the wire sign...

Page 9: ... Precautions Interior Door Liner x Soap and water x Baking soda and water Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls light bulb or any electrical part Door Gaskets x Soap and water Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth Drawers Bins x Soap and water Do not wash any removable items bins drawers etc in ...

Page 10: ... of Alaska 13 Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during transportation or installation including but not limited to floors cabinets walls etc 14 Damages caused by services performed by unauthorized service companies use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequ...

Page 11: ...e You Call Section Turn control knob to a warmer setting Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Clean or change gasket Leaks in the door seal will cause freezer to run longer in order to maintain desired temperature Interior freezer temperature is too cold Temperature control is set too low Turn the control to a warmer setting Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Inte...

Page 12: ... it is moved slightly Floor is uneven or weak Freezer rocks on floor when it is moved slightly Freezer is touching the wall Level the unit Refer to Leveling in the Installation Section Ensure floor can adequately support freezer Level the freezer by putting wood or metal shims under part of the freezer Relevel the freezer or move freezer slightly Refer to Leveling in the Installation Section Water...

Page 13: ...l shims under the freezer or brace floor supporting the freezer Light Bulb Is Not On Light bulb is not on Light bulb is burned out No electric current is reaching the freezer Follow directions under Interior Light or Mid Level Light in the Freezer Features Section See Freezer Does Not Run in the Before You Call Section Automatic Ice Maker Automatic ice maker not working some models Ice maker is no...

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