User manual HAIER HUM013EA

[. . . ] 6) If your old appliance is not being used, we recommend that you remove the doors and leave the shelves in place. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children. 7) After your freezer is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment, particularly when hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces. [. . . ] If doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded, have a qualified electrician check the circuit to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Freezer Installation The freezer is designed for freestanding installation only. Allow a minimum of 1 inch on each side and above the top of the freezer to ease installation and proper air circulation. Be sure to install your freezer in a place which is strong enough to support the unit when fully loaded. Use of Extension Cords Avoid the use of an extension cords due to potential safety hazards under certain conditions. 4 HUM013EA-manual 10/22/01 11:22 AM Page 6 English Operating Your Freezer Temperature Control Dial The temperature control dial has settings from · "1" to 7 · "1" is the warmest · "7" is the coldest Initially, set the temperature control dial to "4". After using the freezer for 24 hours, adjust the temperature control dial to the setting that best suits your needs. Unplug the unit to stop the cooling cycle; however, it will not shut off power to the freezer. Important: If you unplug or turn off the freezer, allow 4 minutes before restarting it or re-plugging it in. Care And Cleaning Cleaning the Outside Clean the outside of the freezer with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. To clean the door gasket, use only mild soapy water. Never use harsh cleansers or a scouring pad to clean any part of the freezer. For efficient operation dirt and dust should be removed from the back and bottom of your freezer every three months. Carefully slide the freezer away from the wall and avoid damaging the floor by moving it slowly. Wipe dust from the back of freezer with a clean dry cloth. Use a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to clean the compressor area. Clean the Inside Clean the inside of the freezer at least twice a year. Unplug the freezer and remove all frozen items from the shelves. Wash inside with warm water and baking soda solution. (2 tablespoons of baking soda to one quart of water), then rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaners such as harsh detergents, scouring powder or sprays containing bleach, ammonia, or other chemicals that may cause odors inside the freezer or damage the protective coatings on the evaporator shelves. 5 HUM013EA-manual 10/22/01 11:22 AM Page 7 English Vacation And Moving Moving the freezer When transporting the freezer it must be kept in the upright position. If the freezer is inadvertently tilted beyond 45 degrees or was in a lay down position for any reason e. g. shipping, the unit must not be operated for at least 24 hours, It must be placed in the upright position for this period to allow the internal oil and refrigerant to stabilize in the system. Ignoring this precautionary measure may result in damage to the sealed system and compressor. Defrosting Defrost whenever frost on the wall of the freezer compartment becomes 1/8" thick. Never use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the cooling coils. (A punctured cooling coil will cause serious damage to the product and will void the warranty). [. . . ] There will be no charge to the purchaser for parts and labor on any covered items during the initial 12 month period. Beyond this period only parts are covered in the remaining warranty. Labor is not provided and must be paid by the customer. Contact your nearest authorized service center. [. . . ]