Startingand Operatingthe Freezer
Mechanical Temperature Control (some models)
* The freezer isready tooperatewhen you receive it. Connect thecordtothe poweroutlet.
• Ensure thetemperature controlknob(locatedat the lower righthandside ofthe cabinet)to No.4. This
setting isnormalfor providingsafe longtermfreezing° At setting No.4, thetemperature will beat or near
0°F (-17°8°0) under normal operating conditions. _,__
• Turning the temperature control all the way to the left or past "0"until it !',__,_:',
clicks will switch off power to the compressor,
oTo adjust thethermostat control: turncontrol tohigher number for colder 111_-_
temperatures, lower number for less cold temperatures_ It isrecommended _:t._.l,_'_
that youadjust byone numerical increment ata time, allowing several hours IH._
for temperatures to stabilize between increments.
• NOTE: Some models have a preset temperature and no control knob.
. Some models may have the temperature control mounted on cabinet rear. I"
Electronic Temperature Control Center (some models)
° Theelectroniccontrollercomeswitha battery alarm systemo Afresh battery I "
has been supplied in your literature package_ Please install before connecting _ -======_
the power cord. To install the battery, open the battery cover (located at the
lower right hand side of the cabinet) by pushing the tabs to the right. Connect _.
the battery to the terminals and push the battery inside the enclosure. Ensure _======
the wires willnot interfere withthe cover when installed. Snap the battery cover "======_
into the enclosure.
. Connect the power cord to the wall outlet.
. Depress the Power Button _ located onthe Electronic Control Center mounted on the lid. (Fig. 1, Pgo5)
. The electroniccontrolhas been preset atposition 5. At setting No. 5,the temperature will be at or near
0°F (-17,8°C) under normal operating conditions providing safe longterm freezing. The temperature can be
adjusted by use ofthe controller buttons. Refer to operation on page 5,
° As an added product safety feature, there is a ten minute time delay for the compressor to start built
into the electronic controller.
Coo! Down Period (all models)
To ensure properfood storage, allow6 to 8 hours for thefreezer tocoolclowncompletely. The freezer
will run continuously for the first several hours° Already frozen foods may be placed in the freezer after
the first few hours of operation. However you should allow the freezer to cool completely before placing
any unfrozen food in the freezer, During this period, the lid should remain closed.
IMPORTANT: Freeze approximately 22 pounds (10 kg) of fresh room temperature food at one time.
There is no restriction for adding already frozen food. Distribute packages to be frozen evenly throughout
the freezer. When freezing food, it is not necessary to set control knob to colder setting.
Temperature Monltor Alarm - Mechanical Control (some models)
Some models feature atemperature monitorthat providesan audible alarm. Thetemperature monitoralarm
islocated abovethetemperature control. The alarmsounds ifthe temperaturein thefreezer rises 10°For more
above normal forselected setting_Alarm may sound ifthe temperatu recontrol dial isturned to amuch lower/
colder setti ngor ifala rgeamount of unfrozenfood isadded atone time. Alarm iscontrolled bya three position
switch.
• 0or OFFprevents alarm from sounding when freezer iswarm, such
as during initial start-up or defrosting.
- ,f or TESTsounds alarm regardless of temperature, Alarm system
should be tested at least once a month.
• 1or ONis proper setting for normal freezer use, Return switch to 1
after defrosting.
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Temperature Monitor Alarm - Electronic Control Center (some models)
The electronic contmtcontinuouslymonitorstheinterior temperatureofthefreeze rand cannotbeturnedoff.
The userdoes havethe optiontoturnofftheaudible alarm. This isuseful duringdefrosting orextended periods
when thelid isopen. Depress the Alarm button toturn the audible alarm ON or OFF, When the alarm isturned
OFF, the Yellow Temperature Monitor Indicator will be illuminated. (see Figure 1, page 5)
The alarm sounds if the temperature inthe freezer rises above normal for selected setting. The alarm may
sound ifthe temperature control issetto a much lower/colder setting or ifa large amount ofunfrozen food is
added at one time. - 4 -