Whirlpool EH18EFX Manuel utilisateur

1 &hhU!4’ SERIES 1

CHEST

FREEZER

Models EHISEFX

EH18EFX

EH23EFX

reezetr Relrigerator~Freezers Ice Makers DIshwashers Bull1 In Ovens and surface lhllls. Ranges. MIcrowave Ovens. Trash Compaclors. Room AK Condllloners Dehumldlflr

Please read this

Useand Care Guide

before you do anything else...

This booklet tells you how to start your freezer,

defrost it, clean it and adjust controls.

Treat your new freezer with care. Use it only to

do what home freezers are designed to do.

Parts and

features

Key Eject

Lock

/ Automatic

Interior

. -...

, Light

and Serial

Number Plate

Signal

Light I -

Copy

yw Model and Serial Numbers here...

$,!I,t” ‘/~ .L~.

,erwce or ccl Llilth <.:~2~destlor

bNM]\.tt >,I If,i ‘.;I ,I ready

Model Number

1. Complete *.: )/&I and Serial Numbers [from +hc-

~clt,e, 10’ 1’C.i

; 0s shown]

2. :,,,rchc% 3~~ Wrn sales slip

Serial Number

:oK?;/ th; I, fr r”~don in these spaces Keep tnli

oook ,you: Nurrantv and sales slop together IP a

Purchase Date

hanay pla e

Please complete and mail the Owner Regis-

tration card furnished with this product.

Service Company and Telephone Number

Contents

SAFETY FIRST

BEFORE YOU PLUG IT IN’ :

Install Properly

Level Chest Freezer

Remove Sales Labels

Install Defrost Drain Cover

Clean It

Plug Itln ‘:: :

USING YOUR FREEZER

Setting the Temperature Control

Adjusting the Temperature Control

Cooling Freezer First

The Sliding Baskets

The Key Eject Lock

The Signal Light

Page

Changing the Interror Light Bulb 6

Energy Saving Tips

CLEANING YOUR FREEZER : : : : 6

Cleaning Chart

FREEZING FOOD IN YOUR FREEZER : 7

Packaging and Sealing Food 8

To Wrap Foods 8

Loading 9

Storing Frozen Food

VACATION AND MOVINCiCiitE : : 9

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE 11

I, Before Calling for Assistance 11

2. If You Need Assistance 11

3. If You Need Service 11

4 IfYouHaveaProblem. ..I’ .I’ 11

c 1986 Whirlpool Corporatron

Before you plug it in

IMPORTANT

Before using your freezer, you are personally re-

sponsible for makrng sure that It

ISinstalled and levelled on a floor that WIIIhold the

weight, and ir an area surtable for Its stze and use

is connected only to the right krnd of outlet, with the

right electrical supply and grounding (Refer to

your “Electrical Requirements and Grounding

Instructions.“)

used only for jobs expected of home freezers

ISnot near an oven, radiator or other heat source

ISproperly maintained

out of the weather

used In an area where the room temperature

WIII not exceed 110 F (43.3’C).

not run where there are explosive fumes.

IS not used by those who may not understand

how It should be used.

ISnot loaded with food before it has time to get

properly cold

Install properly.. Install defrost drain cover...

I. Remove cover from literature package

2. Check drawing on front cover for placement

1 Check the strength of the floor It should hold the

weight of a fully loaded freezer

2 Pick a safe place, indoors, away from in-

flammables such as gasoline.

3 Allow at least 3 Inches (7.5 cm) arr space on all

sides of freezer and 2 inches (5 cm) at back. Leave

room at top for lid to open all the way.

4. It should not be necessary to remove the Ird during

installation If, for any reason, the hinges need ad-

justment, see your authorized WHIRLPOOL dealer.

5. Do not cover lhe treezer with items such as

blankets, sheets, tablecloths, etc.

Level chest freezer.. .

from end to end and front to back so that the lid will

seal properly

Check with level

Clean it ...

Clean your freezer before

using It See cleaning

rnstructrons on page 6

Plug it in...

3-prong grounding

type wall receptacle

Retaining Clip

Freezer /

Power Plug grounding plug

Recommended Grounding Method

A 115 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused

and properly grounded electrIcal supply is re-

Remove sales labels...

qurred. It IS recommended that a separate circuit

Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label and any servtng only this dpplrance be provided

inside labels before usrng the freezer Do not use an extension cord. Use a recep-

tacle which cannot be turned off with a switch

To remove any remaining glue: or pull chain. See rndivrdual electrrcal require-

1 Rub briskly wrth thumb to make a ball. then ments and grounding instruction sheet In your Irter-

remove ature package

2 Soak area with drshwashrng detergent solution (1

teaspoon detergent In 1 quart warm water] be-

fore removing glue as described In step 1

DO NOT USE rubbing alcohol or flammable or

toxic solvents, such as acetone, gasoline, car-

bon tetrachloride, etc. These can damage the

material.

NOTE: DO NOT REMOVE ihe Care 81Service label

on Inside Ild or Tech Sheet on back of cabinet.

Using your freezer

Setting the temperature control... Adjusting the temperature control..

1 Insert a coin in the slot of the Temperature Control to

turn it.

2 Turn control to Number 3 Thts setting ISdestgned to

matntatn the temperature at or near 0°F ( 178°C)

under normal operating condittons

The sliding baskets...

Can be moved from side to side or removed when

loading or unloading food below them.

To remove:

L1f-tbasket oul

To replace:

1ower basket Into place

The key eject lock...

can help reduce the hazard of child

entrapment

The signal light...

automatically warns of any unexpected power

fatlure

Ifthe signal ltght

not glowtng, tmmedtately check:

for power Interruption,

for an unplugged power cord,

for a burned out signal Ilght

fE@

1 Turn control to higher number for colder temper-

atures

2 Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures

Cooling freezer first...

1 Allow freezerto cool 6 to 8 hours before ftllrng with

frozen food.

2 Let It cool overnight before adding large amount

of unfrozen food.

Note: When freezer ISfirst started, the compressor

WIII run constantly until the cabinet IScooled It may

take up to 6 to 8 hours or longer, depending on room

temperature and the number of times the freezer

door

opened

After the cabinet IS cooled, the compressor will

turn ON and OFF as needed to keep the freezer at

the proper temperature

To lock or unlock the freezer you must hold the

key in the lock while turntng. The lock is spring

loaded so the key cannot be left in the lock

If the key IS lost, contact your WHIRLPOOL

dealer for a replacement Always give the com-

plete model and serial number of your freezer

when requesting a replacement key.

WARNING: To avoid possible shocks, first unplug

freezer or turn off electricity leading

to freezer at the main power supply.

To reDlace:

Unplug power cord from outlet.

Carefully snap out light cover and assembly with a

screwdriver by inserting it under the end of metal

edge of the light. Be careful not to chip finish on

freezer.

Unplug burned out signal light and replace with a

new one. Stgnal light can be ordered from your

WHIRLPOOL dealer.

Then, snap ltght assembly into place

Plug power cord Into outlet

Changing the Automatic

Interior Light Bulb...

WARNING: Before removing the light bulb, either

unplug the freezer or disconnect the

electricity leading to the freezer at

the main power supply. Shock and

injury can occur if electricity re-

mains connected.

1 Remove bulb from lid liner.

2. Replace with a 40 watt appliance bulb

Energy Saving Tips...

Check lid gasket and level cabinet to ensure a

good lid seal. Keeping freezer locked ensures Ild

closure.

Keep lid openings to a minimum. Remove several

items at one time Keep contents organized to elimi-

note searching

Fill to capacity Follow recommended procedures

for freezing foods.

Set Temperature Control to provide temperatures

around 0°F ( ~ 17.8”C). There isno need to store foods

below 0°F.

Do not let frost build up to more than Y4 inch

(6 mm) thick.

Cleaning your freezer

This freezer should be cleaned when frost has bL,!lt up to about %:inch (6 mm] thickness

Complete defrosting and cleaning should be done at least once a year

In high humidity areas. a freezer may need more frequent defrosting.

To defrost and clean:

1 Turn Temperature Control to OFF

2. Unplug Freezer

3. Take out all frozen food and sliding baskets.

Note: Wrap frozen foods and packages in several

layers of newspaper and cover with a blanket. Food

will stay frozen several hours

4. Remove drain cover by pulling out.

5. Insert hose adapter provided into drain outlet.

6. Remove rubber stopper from inside bottom of

freezer.

7. Place a pan under the drain, or attach a hose to the

threaded end of the adapter and direct water into

a separate drain.

8. Clean freezer according to the following

directions.

After defrostfng:

1. Remove hose adapter.

2. Replace drain cover and rubber stopper

3. Plug in freezer:

4. See directions for “Setting the Temperature Con-

trol:’ page 5

Inside walls

Lid gasket

Cleaning chart...

Part

Removable parts

(baskets)

What to use

Sponge or cloth; mild

detergent and warm

water

How to clean

Wash with warm water and a mrld detergent

Rrnse and dry

Outside Sponge, cloth or paper

Wash with warm water and a mild de-

towel, mrld detergent tergent Do not use abrasive or harsh

applrance wax (or good cleansers.

auto paste wax]

Rinse and dry

Wax parnted metal surfaces at least

twrce a year with applrance wax or a

good auto paste wax. Apply wax with

a clean, soft cloth Do not use wax

on plastic parts.

Waxing painted metal surfaces provides rust protection.

Plastic scraper, pans of

Use plastic scraper to remove frost.

hot water, electric fan,

Place pans of hot water in freezer with lid open

sponge or towel, baking to speed melting. Directing air from an electric

soda and warm water fan into freezer will also help

Remove defrost water with towel or sponge.

Wash with solution of 2 tablespoons (26 g]

baking soda to 1quart (95 L) warm water.

Rinse and dry.

DO NOT USE an ice pick, knife of other sharp-pointed tool or any

type of electric defroster to defrost freezer. They can cause damage

to the liner and interior parts.

Sponge, soft cloth or

Wash with mild detergent and warm water

paper towel; mild deter- * Rtnse and dry

gent and warm water

DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches

or cleansers containing petroleum on plastic parts.

Freezing food in your freezer

When freezer has cooled to a safe storage

temperature, Itmay be loaded with frozen food.

When you plan to freeze unfrozen food, see

the following chart for the amount to freeze at

one time.

POUNDS OF FOOD

TO FREEZEAT ONE TIME’

Size of Meat or Vegetables

Freezer Fish or Fruit

15 cu ft 30 Ibs. 45 Ibs

(433 L) (13.5 kg] (20.3 kg]

18cu ft 36 Ibs 54 Ibs

(519 L]

1162

(24.3 kg]

1 23 cu. ft

1 (661Ll

] 46 Ibs 1

1 (20.7 kg] 1 69 Ibs. 1

(31 kg) 1

‘These amounts are based on USDA recommen-

dations If too many packages of unfrozen food

are packea at one time into the freezer, the rate

of freezing ,Ttoo slow Poor quality products result

Packaging and sealing food...

Airtight packaging IS important in freezlng

foods Containers and wrappings should be

morsture and vapor-proof and packages should

be sealed carefully to keep morsture in and arr

out

Freezer burn can result if food ISnot properly

wrapped When this happens, food dehydrates

and

of poor quality

1. Cut sheet of wrapping material about one-

third longer than distance around food to be

wrapped. Place wrapping sheet on flat sur-

face with food in center of sheet

2. Bring front and back of wrapping together

and fold in toward food, making at least two

one-inch (2.5 cm] folds until food fits tightly

agarnst wrapping.

3. Crease ends close to food to eliminate air

4. Press all air from package Fold each end over

twice. Make sure fold is tight and fasten

against end of package with freezer tape

NOTE: When packagrng meats that have not

been boned, pad sharp edges with extra wrap

or use stockrnette to protect against tearing or

puncturing.

Use heavy-duty alumrnum freezer foil, kraft pa-

per with cellophane bonded to It,special freezer

bags, jars. cartons and freezer sealing tape for

packaging your food items You’ll find them at the

supermarket or freezer dealer

See the “Freezer Guide” for complete in-

formation and tips on home freezing.

Loading... Storing frozen food.. .

After food isfrozen, stack packages anywhere

in the freezer Packages should not extend be-

yond the shelf edge or they may keep the door

from closrng and sealing properly.

1. Before freezing large quantrties of food, turn Tem-

perature Control to highest setting and let freezer

operate for several hours. After loading all food

items, return Temperature Control to the usual

setting.

Foods to be frozen near side wall

Baskets Store small packages here to avoid

losing them tn bottom of freezer.

Pockages already frozen

2. To speed freezing, place unfrozen packages

near a side wall Leave space between

packages.

3. Add more unfrozen food after first load IS

frozen (approximately 18 to 24 hours). Stack

frozen packages in center of freezer

Vacation and moving care

Vacations...

Arrange for someone to make regular checks of

your freezer to make sure It ISoperating and electrrcrty

has not been interrupted.

Shutting off and moving...

If freezer is shut off for more than 24 hours:

1. Remove and store all food

2. Unplug freezer.

3. Clean thoroughly. See “Cleaning your freezer;’

page 6.

4. Block lid open for air circulation. Turn lock to locked

position with lid open. Place blocks between lid

and cabinet and tape in place with self-adhesive

filament tape.

If you move the freezer:

1. Remove the sliding baskets.

2. Do not place objects inside or on top of

cabinet.

3. Level properly to ensure good lid seal.

WARNING: To help prevent accidents, do not al-

low children near the freezer when the lid is

blocked open.

To restart freezer, see “Using your freezer,” page 5.

Ce manuel convient aux modèles suivants

Table des matières

Autres manuels Whirlpool Congélateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool WZF56R16 Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool Hotpoint Ariston NMTZH 821 FT Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool Estate EV150E Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool AFB 647 A Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool CVT65 Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool EV20VS Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool EV11OCX Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool EV181FZTQ Instructions de montage

Whirlpool

Whirlpool EV209NBTQ Instructions d'utilisation

Whirlpool

Whirlpool UPRIGHT FREEZER Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool Freezer Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool EH050FX Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool EV161FZTQ Instructions de montage

Whirlpool

Whirlpool EV200 Manuel de service

Whirlpool

Whirlpool Estate Series Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool EV188NYW Series Manuel de la liste des pièces

Whirlpool

Whirlpool EV090F Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool WCN 11-3 Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool EH150FXR Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool WB 400 FF Me Aa Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool EV130N Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool WV 1500 WH Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool W7 931A OX Manuel utilisateur

Whirlpool

Whirlpool EV250NXTQ Instructions de montage

Manuels Congélateur populaires d'autres marques

Siemens

Siemens GU..D SERIES Manuel utilisateur

Omcan

Omcan FR-CN-0155 Manuel utilisateur

Beko

Beko FNE290E24W Manuel utilisateur

Electrolux

Electrolux ARCTIS G 8 60 50-6I Manuel utilisateur

Electrolux

Electrolux EUF2042AOX Manuel utilisateur

Dometic

Dometic CoolFreeze CFX95DZ Manuel utilisateur

Electrolux

Electrolux EUF7000W1 Manuel utilisateur

Polar Electro

Polar Electro CT330 Manuel utilisateur

MPM

MPM MPM-145-SK Series Manuel utilisateur

SAF

SAF PRESTOTIG 200AC/DC Guide rapide

Zanussi

Zanussi ZFT11407WA Manuel utilisateur

AEG

AEG A63190GT Manuel utilisateur

AEG

AEG A81000TNW0 Manuel utilisateur

Matsui

Matsui MUC50S15E Manuel utilisateur

NEFF

NEFF G4344X8 Manuel utilisateur

Frigidaire

Frigidaire FV 1246 H Manuel utilisateur

Frigidaire

Frigidaire FFC13K1AW Manuel utilisateur

Electrolux

Electrolux EU 2400C Manuel utilisateur