Emerson Radio CF353 - Manual (Page 7)

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OPERATION (CONTINUED)
DEFROSTING
WHEN? For the most efficient operation and
minimum energy consumption, defrost the
freezer when the frost on the freezer walls is
excessive or 5 to 10mm thick.
Choose a time when the stock of frozen food
is low.
CAUTION:
Do not use boiling water because it may
damage the plastic parts. In addition,
never use a sharp or metallic instrument to
remove frost as it may damage the cooling
coils and will void the warranty.
We recommend using the plastic ice scrap-
er provided with your unit.
Do not use ice scraper for any purpose oth-
er than scraping ice from the freezer walls.
• Remove the frozen food from the freezer
and place it in a cooler to protect the food.
• Turn the thermostat knob to “OFF”.
• Unplug the freezer. The Power Supply light
should be off (green light out).
• During defrosting, the ice melts into the
cabinet.
• Remove the drain water cap on the inside
floor of the freezer by pulling straight out.
• Place a shallow pan outside drain outlet.
The defrost water will drain out.
• Check the pan occasionally so the water
does not overflow.
• Clean the interior of the freezer.
• Replace the drain water cap on the inside
floor.
• Reset the thermostat to desired setting.
• Allow the cabinet to cool for one hour.
• Return food to the freezer.
HELPFUL HINT:
Defrosting usually takes a few hours. Leaving the door open will help speed the process. Also,
pouring warm water (not boiling) on the ice/frost will help speed melting. If you must use a scraper,
please use caution - it is very easy to damage the freezer compartment and void your warranty.
DRAIN CAP