Whirlpool EV150LXK - Manual (Page 3)

Plug It In...
Freezer
3-prong grounding
type wall receptacle
3-prong
grounding plug
power cord
Recommended Grounding Method
A 120 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15 ampere fused
electrical supply is required. It is recommended
that a separate circuit serving only this appli­
ance b3 provided. The receptacle should not
be controlled by
a wall switch or pull chain.
Do not use an extension cord.
See
individual electrical requirements and
grounding Instruction sheet in your literature
package.
Using your freezer
Cooling Freezer First...
• Allow freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling
with frozen food.
• Let it cool overnight before adding large
amounts of unfrozen food.
• Frost will form on the shelves. It will form first and
be heavier on the top shelves.
Nofe: 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.
Afterthe cabinet is cooled the compressor will
turn on and off as needed to keep freezer at
proper temperature.
Bottom Trivet...
To remove:
• Lift up then pull out.
To replace:
• Set in bottom of freezer.
• Push into place.
Lift up
Then out
Cleaning your freezer
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. Unplug power cord.
2. Place a shallow pan on floor under drain hole
in bottom of freezer.
3. Take out all food and removable parts.
Note: Wrap frozen foods and packages In sev­
eral layers of newspaper and coverwith blanket.
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 freezer to speed
defrosting.
5. Cleon freezer according to the following
directions.
After defrosting:
1. Remove shallow pan from underneath freezer.
2. Plug m power cord.