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Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

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In Case of Extended Power Failure

• Keep freezer door/lid closed. Your freezer will keep food frozen for 24 hours provided warm air is not

admitted.

• If freezer is out of operation for 24 hours or more, add dry ice. Leave ice in large pieces. Add more ice as

required.

WARNING:

 Handling of dry ice can cause freezing of the hands—gloves or other protection is recommended.

• If dry ice is not available, move food to a frozen food locker temporarily—until power is restored.

Preparing to Move

Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet. Remove foods, defrost and clean the freezer. Secure
all loose items such as grille and shelves by taping them securely in place to prevent damage.
Be sure freezer stays in upright position during actual moving and in van. The freezer must be secured in
van to prevent movement. Protect outside of freezer with blanket.

Preparing for Vacation

To maintain freezer in operation during vacations, be sure your house power is not turned off. For sure
protection of freezer contents, you may want to ask a neighbor to check the power supply and freezer
operation every 48 hours.
For extended vacations or absences, you may prefer to move your frozen foods to a storage locker
temporarily. If your freezer is to be left empty, disconnect power cord plug from wall outlet. To prevent
formation of odors, place open box of baking soda in freezer and leave freezer door/lid open.
When the freezer is not operating, it can be left in an unheated house or room without damage to cabinet
or mechanism.

Summary of Contents for FHG5SWWW

Page 1: ...GE Food Freezers FHV5SW FHV7SW Use Care Manual GE Industrial Consumer Appliances FHQ5SW FHQ7SW FHG5SW FHG7SW...

Page 2: ...5 Features 5 Defrosting Instructions 7 Care and Cleaning 8 To get the full benefit from your new food freezers please read this Use Care Manual carefully before operating the unit Thank you for choos...

Page 3: ...e vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Unplug the freezer before cleaning making repairs or changing the light bulb NOTE We strongly recommend that any servicing be perfor...

Page 4: ...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...

Page 5: ...tlet is properly grounded The freezer should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate This provides the best performance and...

Page 6: ...peratures in the shortest time possible 2 Use Max setting when adding a substantial amount of unfrozen food to the freezer 3 Be sure to set a kitchen timer when setting at Max to remind you to check t...

Page 7: ...e light glows even when the temperature control is turned off Temperature Alarm Light The red light will be on if the temperature inside the freezer exceeds 15 C Key Ejecting Lock The key for the spri...

Page 8: ...oolers etc Use towels and newspapers for insulation as needed 3 With the door lid open use pans of hot water to speed loosening of frost Remove large pieces before they melt Chest models have a defros...

Page 9: ...ishwashing cloth or wet towel Do not use scouring pads powdered cleaners bleach or cleaners containing bleach CAUTION Care should be taken in moving the freezer away from the wall All types of floor c...

Page 10: ...by taping them securely in place to prevent damage Be sure freezer stays in upright position during actual moving and in van The freezer must be secured in van to prevent movement Protect outside of f...

Page 11: ...t will not maintain proper temperatures Be sure to install your freezer on a floor strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded The freezer must be solidly positioned on the floor if it is to f...

Page 12: ...lid left open Check to see if package is holding door lid open too frequently Too frequent or too long door lid openings Temperature control See About the operation of your freezer set too cold Freeze...

Page 13: ...e forms on Not unusual during Wipe surface dry outside of cabinet periods of high humidity Interior light does No power at outlet Replace fuse or reset the breaker not work Freezer is unplugged Push t...

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