Maytag Upright Freezers - Manual (Page 8)

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Hints and care
, cont.
How to remove odors
from freezer
If odor is still present:
1. Move all food to another freezer.
2. Disconnect power to the freezer.
3. Pack freezer with crumpled sheets of
black and white newspaper.
4. Place plain charcoal briquettes in
freezer on newspaper.
5. Close the freezer door and let stand
24 to 48 hours.
6. Remove charcoal briquettes and
newspapers. Clean according to
directions provided in the first column.
7. Reconnect power to freezer and
allow it to cool back down.
8. Replace food in freezer in sealed, air-
tight containers to minimize odor con-
tamination.
9. Placing a cotton swab soaked with
vanilla extract or an open box of
baking soda in the freezer may help
prevent odors from returning.
• To avoid electrical shock which can
cause severe personal injury or
death, disconnect power to freezer
before cleaning.
WARNING
1. Move all food to another freezer.
2. Disconnect power to the freezer.
3. Wash all interior surfaces including
door, floor and walls.
4. Clean corners, crevices and grooves
thoroughly.
5. Wash all accessories and shelves by
hand.
6. Dry thoroughly with soft clean cloth.
7. Reconnect power to freezer and
allow it to cool back down.
8. Return food to freezer. Verify all food
is wrapped tightly or in sealed contain-
ers to prevent further odor problems.
9. After 24 hours, check freezer to verify
odor was eliminated.
If you are moving:
Remove all frozen food and pack it in dry
ice. Unplug the freezer and clean it thor-
oughly. Tape the door shut and tape elec-
trical cord to the cabinet.
When you get to your new home, refer to
pages 4 and 5 for information on installa-
tion and setting controls.
Energy saving ideas
To conserve energy:
• Do not set controls colder than neces-
sary to maintain a temperature range
of 0° F (-18° C) or slightly below.
• Operate in normal room temperatures
away from heat sources and direct
sunlight.
• Keep freezer full.
• Keep door gaskets clean and pliable.
Replace gaskets if worn.