Whirlpool EV200D - Manual (Page 5)

This freezer should be cleaned when frost has
built up to about % inch (6 mm) thickness. Com­
plete defrosting and cleaning should be done at
least once a year. In high humidity areas, a freezer
may need more frequent defrosting.
To clean:
1. Turn Cold Control to OFF.
2. Unplug power cord.
3. Take out all food and removable parts.
Note: Wrap frozen foods and packages in sev­
eral layers of newspaper and cover with a blan­
ket. Food will stay frozen several hours.
4. Place pans of hot water inside freezer to speed
melting of frost. Keep door open. Ice can be
removed in large pieces as it melts.
Direct air from electric fan into freezerto speed
defrosting.
5. Remove base grille, see page 4.
Cleaning your freezer
6. Unclip hose and allow water to drain through
hose into a flat pan.
7. Clean freezer according to the following
directions.
After defrosting:
1. Flook drain hose in place.
2. Replace base grille.
3. Plug in power cord.
4. See directions for "Setting Cold Control" page
3.
Part What to use How to clean
Removable parts
(basket)
Mild detergent and
warm water
• Wash with warm water and a mild
detergent.
• Rinse and dry.
Outside Sponge, cloth or
papertowel; mild
detergent, warm water
• Wash with warm water and a mild
detergent.
• Rinse and dry.
• Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers.
Waxing is recommended in high humidity areas. Use a good
auto paste wax or an appliance wax on painted metal surfaces.
Do not use on plastic because it may damage these parts.
Inside walls Plastic scraper, pans of
hot water, electric fan,
sponge or towel,
baking soda, warm
water
Use plastic sera per to remove frost.
Place pans of hot water in freezer with door
open to speed melting. Directing air from
an electric fan into the freezer will also help.
Drain defrost water through drain hose into
a flat pan.
Wash with solution of 2 tablespoons (26 g)
baking soda to 1 quart (.95L) warm water.
Rinse and dry.
DO NOT USE an ice pick, knife or other sharp-pointed tool or any
type of electric defroster to defrost freezer. They can cause
damage to the liner and interior parts.
Door liner and gasket Sponge, soft cloth or
papertowel; mild
detergent, warm water
• Wash with mild detergent and warm water.
• Rinse and dry.
DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents,
bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum on plastic parts.
Condenser coil Vacuum cleaner;
using the extended
narrow attachment • Remove base grille. See page 4.
• Clean dust and lint from condenser (every
2 to 3 months).