Product Registration ........................... 2
Energy Saving Ideas ........................... 2
Important Safety Instructions ............. 3
First Steps ............................................ 4
Setting the Controls ............................ 4
Freezer Optional Features .................. 4
Care and Cleaning ............................... 5
Power Failure/Freezer Failure ............ 6
Avoid Service Checklist ...................... 7-8
Warranty ............................................... 9
P/N 297320300 (July 2009)
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Freezer
Use&Care Manual
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© 2009 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
All rights reserved.
Energy Saving Ideas
• Thefreezershouldbelocatedinthecoolestareaoftheroom,awayfromheat
producingappliancesorheatingducts,andoutofdirectsunlight.
• Lethotfoodscooltoroomtemperaturebeforeplacinginthefreezer.Over-
loadingthefreezerforcesthecompressortorunlonger.Foodsthatfreeze
tooslowlymaylosequalityorspoil.
• Besuretowrapfoodsproperlyandwipecontainersdrybeforeplacingthem
inthefreezer.Thiscutsdownonfrostbuild-upinsidethefreezer.
• Freezershelvesand baskets should not be lined with aluminum foil, wax
paper,orpapertoweling.Linersinterferewithcoldaircirculation,makingthe
freezerlessefcient.
• Organizeandlabelfoodtoreducedooropeningsandextendedsearches.
Removeasmanyitemsasneededatonetime,andclosedoorassoonas
possible.
TheinformationcontainedinthisOwner's Guidewillinstruct youonhowto
properlyoperateandcareforyourproduct.Pleasereadthroughtheinformation
containedinyourliteraturepacktolearnmoreaboutyournewappliance.
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
RecordtheModelNo.andSerialNo.ofthisfreezerinthespaceprovidedbe-
low.
Model No. __________________________________________________
Serial No. ___________________________________________________
Register Your Product
Theself-addressedPRODUCTREGISTRATIONCARD (shownleft)shouldbe
lledincompletely,signedandreturnedtoElectroluxHomeProducts,Inc.
Product Registration
ThisOwner’sGuideprovidesoperatinginstructionsforyourmod-
el.UseyourfreezeronlyasinstructedinthisOwner’sGuide.
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Read all instructions before using this freezer.
For Your Safety
Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherammablevaporsandliquidsinthevicinity
ofthisoranyotherappliance.Readproductlabelsforammabilityandother
warnings.
Child Safety
• Destroycarton,plasticbags,andanyexteriorwrappingmaterialimmediately
afterthefreezerisunpacked.Childrenshouldneverusetheseitemsforplay.
Cartonscoveredwithrugs,bedspreads,plasticsheetsorstretchwrapmay
becomeairtightchambersandcanquicklycausesuffocation.
•
A child might suffocate if he crawls into a freezer to hide or play. Re-
move the door of a freezer when not in use, even if you plan to discard
the freezer. Manycommunitieshavelawsrequiringyoutotakethissafety
precaution.
Important Safety
Instructions
Avoid fire hazard or
electricshock.Donotuseanexten-
sioncordoranadapterplug.Donot
removeanyprongfrompowercord.
Electrical Information
These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms
in the design of this freezer will operate properly.
• Refer to the serial plate for correct electrical rating. Thepowercordof
theapplianceisequippedwithathree-pronggroundingplugforprotection
against shock hazards. It must be plugged directly into its own properly
groundedthree-prongreceptacle,protectedwitha15amptimedelayfuseor
circuitbreaker.Thereceptaclemustbeinstalledinaccordancewiththelocal
codesandordinances.Consultaqualiedelectrician.Receptaclesprotected
byGroundFaultCircuitInterrupters(GFCI)areNOTRECOMMENDED.DO
NOT use an extension cord or adapter plug.
•Ifvoltagevariesby10percentormore,freezerperformancemaybeaffected.
Operatingthefreezerwithinsufcientpower candamagethemotor.Such
damageisnotcoveredunderthewarranty.Ifyoususpectyourhousehold
voltageishighorlow,consultyourpowercompanyfortesting.
•Topreventthefreezerfrombeingturnedoffaccidentally,donotplugunitinto
anoutletcontrolledbyawallswitchorpullcord.
•Donotpinch,knot,orbendpowercordinanymanner.
Other Precautions
• Todefrostfreezer,alwaysunplugunitrst.
•Neverunplugthefreezerbypullingonthepowercord.Alwaysgriptheplug
rmlyandpullstraightoutfromthereceptacle.
•TurningthecontroltoOFFturnsoffthecompressor,butdoesnotdisconnect
powertootherelectricalcomponents.
Proper Disposal of Your
Refrigerator/Freezer
Riskofchildentrapment.Child
entrapmentandsuffocationare
notproblemsofthepast.Junkedorabandoned
refrigeratorsorfreezerarestilldangerous—
evenifthey will sit for“justa few days.” If
youaregettingridofyouroldrefrigeratoror
freezer,pleasefollowtheinstructionsbelow
tohelppreventaccidents.
BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR
OLD REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER:
•Removedoor/lid.
•Leaveshelvesin
placesochildren
maynoteasily
climbinside.
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First Steps
Before starting the freezer, follow these important rst steps:
Installation
• Chooseaplacethatisnearagroundedelectricaloutlet.
• Thefreezershouldbelocatedwheresurroundingtemperatureswillnotexceed
110°F(43°C).Temperaturesof32°F(0°C)andbelowwillNOTaffectfreezer
operation.Additionalcompressorheatersarenotrecommended.
• Allowspacearoundtheunitforgoodaircirculation.Leavea4inch(101.6
mm)spaceonallsidesofthefreezerforadequatecirculation.
Leveling (Some models)
Thefreezermusthaveallbottomcornersrestingrmlyonasolidoor.Theoor
mustbestrongenoughtosupportafullyloadedfreezer.NOTE: It is VERY IM-
PORTANTforyourfreezertobelevelinordertofunctionproperly.Ifthefreezer
isnotleveledduringinstallatioin,thedoormaybemisalignedandnotcloseor
sealproperly,causingcooling,frost,ormoistureproblems.
Cleaning
• Wash any removable parts, the freezer interior, and exterior with mild
detergent and warm water. Wipe dry. DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS
ON THESE SURFACES.
• Donotuserazorbladesorothersharpinstruments,whichcanscratchthe
appliancesurfacewhenremovingadhesivelabels.Anyglueleftfromthetape
canberemovedwithamixtureofwarmwaterandmilddetergent,ortouch
theresiduewiththestickysideoftapealreadyremoved.DO NOT REMOVE
THE SERIAL PLATE.
Setting the
Temperature Control
Cool Down Period
• Forsafe foodstorage, allow 4 hours for freezer to cool down completely.
Thefreezerwillruncontinuouslyfortherstseveralhours.Foodsthatare
alreadyfrozenmaybeplacedinfreezeraftertherstfewhoursofoperation.
UnfrozenfoodsshouldNOTbeloadedintofreezeruntilfreezerhasoperated
for4hours.
• Whenloadingfreezer,freezeonly3poundsoffreshfoodpercubicfootof
freezerspaceatonetime.Distributepackagestobefrozenevenlythroughout
thefreezer.Itisnotnecessarytoturncontrolknobtoacoldersettingwhile
freezingfood.
Temperature Control
Thetemperaturecontrolislocatedinsidethefreezeronuprightmodels,and
onthefrontoutsidewallon chestmodels.Thetemperatureisfactorypreset
toprovidesatisfactoryfoodstoragetemperatures.However,thetemperature
controlisadjustabletoprovidearangeoftemperaturesforyourpersonalsat-
isfaction.Ifacoldertemperatureisdesired,turnthetemperaturecontrolknob
towardCOLDESTandallowseveralhoursfortemperaturestostabilizebetween
adjustments.
Freezer Optional
Features
Security Lock with Pop-Out Key (Some models)
Thissecuritylockfastensthedoorsnugly,ensuringthatstoredfoodissecure.
Tolockorunlockthefreezer,pushthekeyintothelockandturn.Thekeypops
outofthelockafterithasbeenturned.
Defrost Drain
Thedefrostdrainprovidesamethodofdrainingthewaterduringdefrostingand
cleaning.See"Defrosting"inCareandCleaningSection.
Power On Light
ThePowerOnLightindicatesthatthefreezerisproperlyconnectedtoelectrical
power.ThelightglowsevenwhenthetemperaturecontrolisturnedtoOFF.Ifthe
lightgoesout,referto"Freezerdoesnotrun"intheAvoidServiceChecklist.
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Left To
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RightTo
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LevelingLeg
ColdControl
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Care and Cleaning
Between Defrostings
Toavoidfrequentdefrosting,occasionallyuseaplasticscrapertoremovefrost.
Scrapewithapullingmotion.Neveruseametalinstrumenttoremovefrost.
Defrosting
Itisimportanttodefrostandcleanfreezerwhen¼to½inchoffrosthasaccu-
mulated.Frostmaytendtoaccumulatefasteronupperpartofthefreezerdue
towarm,moistairenteringthefreezerwhenthedoorisopened.Removefood
andleavethedooropenwhendefrostingthefreezer.
Ifthefrostissoft,removeitbyusingaplasticscraper.Ifthefrostisglazedand
hard,lldeeppanswithhotwaterandplacethemonthefreezerbottom.Close
thefreezerdoor.Frostshouldsofteninabout15minutes.Repeatthisprocedure
ifnecessary.
Cleaning the Inside
After defrosting, wash inside surfaces of the freezer with a solution of two
tablespoonsofbakingsodainonequart(1.136liters)warmwater.Rinseand
dry.Wringexcesswateroutofthespongeorclothwhencleaningintheareaof
thecontrols,oranyelectricalparts.
Washtheremovablepartswiththebakingsodasolutionmentionedabove,or
milddetergentandwarmwater.Rinseanddry.Neverusemetallicscouring
pads,brushes,abrasivecleaners,oralkalinesolutionsonanysurface.Donot
washremovablepartsinadishwasher.
Cleaning the Outside
Washthecabinetwithwarmwaterandmildliquiddetergent.Rinsewelland
wipedrywithacleansoftcloth.Replacepartsandfood.
Vacation and Moving Tips
Short Vacations: Leavethefreezeroperatingduringvacationsoflessthan
threeweeks.
Long Vacations:
Ifthefreezerwillnotbeusedforseveralmonths,remove
allfoodandunplugthepowercord.Cleananddrytheinteriorthoroughly.To
preventodorandmoldgrowth,leavethefreezerdooropenslightly,blockingit
openifnecessary.
Moving: Disconnectthepowercordplugfromthewalloutlet.Removefoods,
thendefrost,andcleanthefreezer.Securealllooseitemssuchasbasepanel,
baskets,andshelvesbytapingthemsecurelyinplacetopreventdamage.In
themovingvehicle,securefreezerinanuprightposition,andsecuretoprevent
movement.Alsoprotectoutsideoffreezerwithablanket,orsimilaritem.
Damp objects stick to cold metal
surfaces. Do not touch interior metal
surfaceswithwetordamphands.
Caution
Freezer must be unplugged (to avoid electrical hazard) from power
source when defrosting unit.
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Power Failure/Freezer Failure
If a power failure occurs,frozenfoodswillstayfrozenforatleast24hoursifthe
freezeriskeptclosed.Ifthepowerfailurecontinues,packsevenoreightpounds
ofdryiceintothefreezerevery24hours.LookintheYellowPagesunder"Dry
Ice,""Dairies,"or"IceCreamManufacturers"forlocaldryicesuppliers.Always
wearglovesandusecautionwhenhandlingdryice.
If the freezer has stopped operating,see"Freezerdoesnotrun"intheAvoid
ServiceChecklistSectionofthismanual.Ifyoucannotsolvetheproblem,call
anauthorizedservicerimmediately.
Ifthefreezerremainsoffforseveralhours,followthedirectionsaboveforthe
useofdryiceduringapowerfailure.Ifnecessary,takethefoodtoalocallocker
plantuntilthefreezerisreadytooperate.LookintheYellowPagesunder"Frozen
FoodLockerPlants."
Warning
If leaving freezer door open while on
vacation, make certain that children
cannot get into the freezer and become
entrapped.
notE
Do not open freezer door unnecessarily if
freezer is off for several hours.
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Avoid Service Checklist
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and
expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of
defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.
OCCURRENCE SOLUTION
Freezer does not run
x Check to ensure that freezer is not plugged into a circuit that has
ground fault interrupt. If you are unsure about the outlet, have it
checked by a certified technician.
x Temperature control is in the OFF position. See Setting the
Temperature Control section.
x Freezer may not be plugged in or plug may be loose. Be sure plug is
tightly pushed into electrical outlet.
x House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Check / reset
circuit breaker or replace fuse with 15 amp time delay fuse.
x Power outage. Check house lights. Call local electric company.
Freezer runs too much or too long
x Room or outside weather is too hot. It is normal for the freezer to work
harder under these conditions.
x Freezer has recently been disconnected for a period of time. Freezer
requires 4 hours to cool down completely.
x Large amounts of warm water or hot food have been stored recently.
Warm food will cause the freezer to run more until the desired
temperature is reached.
x Door is kept open too long or too frequently. Warm air enters the
freezer every time the door is opened. Open the door less often.
x Freezer door may be slightly open. See OCCURRENCE “Door
Problems”
x Temperature control is set too cold. Turn the control knob to a warmer
setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize.
x Freezer gasket is dirty, worn, cracked, or poorly fitted. Clean or
change gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause freezer to run longer
in order to maintain desired temperature.
Temperature inside freezer is too
cold
x Temperature control is set too cold. Turn the control to a warmer
setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Temperature inside freezer is too
warm
x Temperature control is set too warm. Turn the control to a colder
setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize.
x Door is kept open too long or too frequently. Warm air enters the
freezer every time the door is opened. Open the door less often.
x Freezer door may be slightly open. See OCCURRENCE “Door
Problems”
x Large amounts of warm water or hot food have been stored recently.
Wait until the freezer has had a chance to reach its selected
temperature.
x Freezer has recently been disconnected for a period of time. Freezer
requires 4 hours to cool down completely.
Temperature of external freezer
surface is warm
x The exterior freezer walls can be as much as 30°F warmer than room
temperature. This is normal while the compressor works to transfer
heat from inside the freezer cabinet.
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OCCURRENCE SOLUTION
Louder sound levels whenever
freezer is ON
x Modern freezers have increased storage capabilities and more even
temperatures. They require a high efficiency compressor. When the
surrounding noise level is low, you might hear the compressor running
while it cools the interior.
Louder sound levels when
compressor comes ON
x Freezer operates at higher pressures during the start of the ON cycle.
This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as freezer continues to
run.
Popping or cracking sound when
compressor comes ON
x Metal parts undergo expansion and contraction, as in hot water pipes.
This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as freezer continues to
run.
Bubbling or gurgling sound, like
water boiling
x Refrigerant (used to cool freezer) is circulating throughout the system.
This is normal.
Vibrating or rattling noise
x Freezer is not level. It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly.
Level the unit. Refer to “Leveling” in the First Steps section.
x Floor is uneven or weak. Freezer rocks on the floor when it is moved
slightly. Be sure floor can adequately support freezer. Level the
freezer by putting wood or metal shims under part of the freezer.
x Freezer is touching the wall. Level the freezer or move freezer slightly.
Refer to “Leveling” in the First Steps section.
Moisture forms on inside freezer
walls
x Weather is hot and humid, which increases internal rate of frost build-
up. This is normal.
x Door is slightly open. See OCCURRENCE “Door Problems”.
x Door is kept open too long, or is opened too frequently. Open the door
less often.
Moisture forms on outside of
freezer
x Door is slightly open, causing the cold air from inside the freezer to
meet warm moist air from outside. See OCCURRENCE “Door
Problems”.
Odor in freezer
x Interior needs to be cleaned. Clean interior with sponge, warm water
and baking soda.
x Foods with strong odors are in the freezer. Cover the food tightly.
Door will not close
x Freezer is not level. It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly. This
condition can force the cabinet out of square and misalign the door.
Refer to “Leveling” in the First Steps section.
x Floor is uneven or weak. Freezer rocks on the floor when it is moved
slightly. Be sure floor can adequately support freezer. Level the
freezer by putting wood or metal shims under the freezer or brace the
floor supporting the freezer.
Power Available Light is not on
x LED may be burned out. Contact a qualified serviceman.
x No electric current is reaching the freezer. See OCCURRENCE
“Freezer does not run”.
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Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of
purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to
be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in
accordance with the provided instructions.
This warranty does not cover the following:
1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.
2. Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or
Canada.
3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.
4. Products purchased "as-is" are not covered by this warranty.
5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.
6. Products used in a commercial setting.
7. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances
not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.
9. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves,
etc.,which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.
10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables, or
knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.
11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip
charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.
12. Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to floors,
cabinets, walls, etc.
13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than
genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or
external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE
LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR.
ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS
PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN
LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE
DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period
should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts.
Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone
numbers below.
Exclusions
If You Need
Service
This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances
North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada
Corp. Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and
parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or
specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice.
USA
1.800.944.9044
Electrolux Major Appliances
North America
P.O. Box 212378
Augusta, GA 30907
Canada
1.800.668.4606
Electrolux Canada Corp.
5855 Terry Fox Way
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
L5V 3E4
Major Appliance Warranty Information
