Whirlpool EV150F - Manual (Page 5)

Using your freezer
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Setting the temperature control...
To start, turn control to the middle of the dial. This
setting is designed to maintain the temperature at
or near 0°F (-17.8 °C) under normal operating
conditions.
Adjusting the temperature control...
1. Turn control to higher number for colder temper­
atures.
2. Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures.
Cooling freezer first...
1. Allow freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with
frozen food.
2. Let it cool overnight before adding large amount
of unfrozen food.
Note: When freezer is first started, the compressor
will run constantly until the cabinet is cooled. It may
take up to 6 to 8 hours or longer, depending on room
temperature and the number of times the freezer
door is opened.
After the cabinet is cooled, the compressor will
turn ON and OFF as needed to keep the freezer at
the proper temperature.
The Power Saving Control...
operates electric heaters. These heaters help pre­
vent moisture from forming on the outside of the
freezer when humidity is high
1, Use the OFF setting when humidity is low,
2 Use the ON setting only if moisture forms on the
outside of the freezer.
Changing the light bulb...
WARNING: To avoid possible shocks, first unplug
freezer or turn off electricity leading
to treezer at the main power supply.
1. Remove the light shield from the side of the control
panel. Depress the back of the shield to release the
tabs, then pull away.
2. Replace bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb,
3. Replace the light shield. Insert the shield tabs in the
slots, then press the shield to snap into place.
Light Shield