Whirlpool EEV 201 X - Manual (Page 2)

Set cold control — The cold control is lo­
cated inside your freezer on the right wall.
To start, turn cold control to middle of dial.
This position will maintain zero zone tem­
peratures under normal operating condi­
tions. Turn the cold control to a higher
number for colder temperatures or a lower
number for less cold temperatures.
Let freezer cool before filling — Allow freezer to cool 4 to 6
hours before filling with frozen food. Let it cool overnight
before adding a quantity of fresh food to be frozen. As
freezer cools, you will see frost forming on the shelves. It is
normal for the frost to form first on the top shelves, and be
he'aviest there.
NOTE: When freezer first starts, the motor will run all the
time until the cabinet is cooled to selected temperature.
This first cooling may take 4 to 8 hours or longer depending
upon the weather and the number of times the freezer door
is opened. After the cabinet has cooled, the motor turns off.
It will turn on and off as needed to keep the freezer at selected
temperature.
The Power Saving Control is lo­
cated inside the freezer. It con­
trols electric heaters in the walls
of the freezer that prevent con­
densation of moisture on the out­
side of the freezer during periods
of high humidity. When humidity
in room is high, push switch toward hi to prevent conden­
sation. When humidity is low, push switch toward LO to
conserve electricity.
Exterior signal light — Located on the right side of the base
grille, automatically indicates any power interruption to the
freezer. When power is being supplied, the light will glow. If
light does not glow, check immediately. The electric current
may be off; the freezer may be disconnected from the outlet;
or the warning light may be burned out.
Pounds of food to freeze at one time*
Key eject lock
Your freezer is equipped with
a key eject lock which can help
reduce the hazard of child en­
trapment. To lock or unlock the
freezer it is necessary to man­
ually hold the key in the lock
while turning. The lock is
spring loaded so the key can­
not be left in the lock.
If key is lost, a replacement can be obtained from your dealer
or a Whirlpool
tech - care ® service agent. Always give com­
plete model and serial numbers of your freezer when re­
questing a replacement key.
Size of Freezer Meat or Fish
Vegetables
or Fruit
20 cu. ft. 40 60
*These amounts are based on USDA recommendations. If too
many packages of unfrozen food are packed at one time into
the freezer, the rate of freezing is too slow. Poor quality
products result.
Package and seal carefully
Airtight packaging is the secret of success in freezing foods.
Containers and wrappings should be moisture-vapor-proof
and packages should be sealed carefully to keep natural
moisture in and air out.
If food is not properly wrapped, freezer burn will result.
When this happens, food dehydrates and is of poor quality.
The drugstore fold is recommended for efficiency and econ­
omy. Bring the edges of the paper together and fold over
until it fits tightly around the articles being wrapped (at
least two folds).
Heavy-duty aluminum freezer foil, kraft paper with cello­
phane bonded to it, special freezer bags, jars, cartons and
special pressure-sensitive freezer sealing tape are available
at your supermarket or freezer dealer. See your “How to
Freeze Book’’ for packaging material guide.
Loading
Before loading with unfrozen food, turn cold control to cold­
est position (highest number) and let freezer operate for
several hours. This will speed up the rate of freezing. Lay
packages to be frozen in a single layer so each rests on the
freezing surface of a shelf. Allow space between packages
for cold air to circulate.
Food will be frozen in about 18 to 24 hours, depending upon
the kind of food, size and shape of the package and the amount
to be frozen. Do not add more unfrozen food until previous
load is frozen. If in doubt, wait 24 hours before adding more
unfrozen food.
When food is frozen, return cold control to its usual setting.
How to freeze food in your freezer
When freezer has cooled to selected temperature, it may be
loaded with frozen food. However, when you plan to freeze
a quantity of unfrozen food, use the following chart as a
guide to the amount to freeze at one time.
Storing frozen food
When food is frozen, stack packages anywhere in the freezer.
Make sure that packages do not extend beyond the shelf edge
keeping the door from closing and sealing.