Whirlpool EV200NXK Operation & User’s Manual

Model EV200NXK Use and Cart Guide Interior Light -_n Key Eject s-l_j- Lock Power Shelves I llll I I I I I Glide-Out Basket ^+ *- Model and Serial Number Plate Copy Your Model Number and Serial Number Here When you need service, or call with a question, have this information ready: 1. Complete Model and Se- rial Numbers (from the plate just above base grille). 2. Purchase date from sales slip. Model Number Serial Number Copy this information in these spaces. Keep this book, your warranty and sales slip together in a handy place. Purchase Date Service Company and Tlalephone Number

Before using your freezer, you are personally responsible for making sure that it... l is installed and leveled on a floor that will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use. l is connected only to the right kind of outlet, with the right electrical supply and grounding. l is used only for jobs expected of home freezers. l is not near an oven, radiator or other heat source. l is prc Derly maintained. l is in c: dry sheltered place. l is use 3 in an area where the room tempera- ture v~,ill not exceed 110 F (43.3 C]. l is not run where there are explosive fUmeS. l is not Iused by children or others who may not unde stand how it should be used. l is not loaded with food before it has time to get p.operly cold. Install Properly... Flush against back wall and cabinets 1. Check the strength of the floor. It should hold the weight of fully loaded freezer. 2. Pick a safe place, indoors, away from in- flammables such as gasoline. 3. Freezer may be installed flush against wall in back and cabinets on each side. level Freezer.. . so that door will stay open at any position. 1. Remove base grille (see page 4 ). Raise Lower Remove Sales labels... Rem,)ve the Consumer Buy Guide label and any in ide labels before using the freezer. Re- move c:ny left over glue with rubbing alcohol. I Note: DO NOT REMOVE the Tech Sheet fas- tene j behind the base grille. I Cleali It... Clec.1 your freezer before using it. See clean- ing insiluctions on page 5. Plug it in... Freeze power 1: Recommended Grounding Method A 121 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15 ampere fused electric,al supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appli- ance t le 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 grouncilng instruction sheet in your literature packal:je.

Setting the Cold Control... To start, turn control to the middle of the dial. This setting will maintain zero zone temperatures under normal operatrng conditions. Adjusting Cold Control... l Turn control to higher number for colder temperatures. l Turn to lower number for less cold temperatures. Cooling Freezer First . . . l Allow freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen food. l Let it cool overnight before adding large amount of unfrozen food. Note: 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. II POWER SAVING CONTROL I II The Power Saving Control... operates electric heaters. These heaters help prevent moisture from forming on the outside of the freezerwhen humidity is high. l Use the OFF setting when humidity is low to save electricity. l Use ON only if moisture forms on outside of freezer. Exterilor Signal light... auton ‘atically warns of any unexpected power failure. If the ;ignal light is not glowing, immediately check: l for po .ver interruption, l the p( wer cord; it may be disconnected from the oc.?let, l the siclnal light; it may be burned out. To repktce burned out signal light: 1. Unp!lJg power cord from outlet. 2. Remove base grille. See page 4. 3. Unpl Ag burned out light and replace with one of solne wattage and size. Signal light can be orde -ed from your WHIRLPOOL dealer, Part No. 5305: 34. 4. Rep1 Ice base grille. See page 4. 5. Plug oower cord Into outlet. 3

can help reduce the hazard of child entrapment: To lock or unlock the freezer you must hold the key in the lock while turning. The lock is spring loaded so the key cannot be left in the lock. lfthe key is lost, contact your WHIRLPOOL dealer for a replacement. Always give the complete model and serial number of your freezer when requesting a replacement key. Freezer Shelves... Then the back --- To remove: Lift front slightly, then lift shelf from back supports. To replace: Set back of shelf on rear supports then lower the front on to front mounts. Boti l Insert into rear slides. To remove: 0 Lower into place. l Lift up, then pull out. 0 Push basket into freezer 4 Changing light Bulb... 1. UnplLig power cord. 2. Remc.ve light shield by pulling away from the side ‘,‘/all. 3. Repl(;ce bulb with 40 watt appliance bulb. 4. To ret )lace shield, insert tabs into slots in wall and f ress. Removing the Base Grille . . . l Open he door. l Lift up .In two tabs showing through grille. Lift up rh grille-ho l Swing the top of the grille forward. l Lift grilie off bottom supports. I \ Swina out: lift up l Replal::e in reverse order. l Do not remove Tech Sheet fastened behind the grille.

model and defrosts automatically. Complete cleaning, however, should be done at least once a year. To clean: I. Turn Cold Control to OFF. 2. Unplug power cord 3. Remove food. 4. Remc ve shelves and basket. 5. Clea 1 freezer according to the following directions. After cleaning: 1. Replc: ce shelves and basket. 2. Plug iI 1 power cord. 3. See tlrrections for “Setting the Cold Control,” Note: Wrap frozen foods and packages in sev- era1 layers of newspaper and cover with a blan- ket. Food will stay frozen several hours. paw 3 Part What to use How to clean Removable parts (shelves, basket, etc.) Mild detergent and l Wa: h removable parts with warm water warm water ancl a mild detergent. l Rinsl? and dry. Outside Sponge, cloth or paper l Wa! I with warm water and a mild towel; mild detergent, detc rgent. warm water l Rinsl? and dry. l Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers. Waxing is recommended in hi Jh humidity areas. Use a good auto paste wax or an appliance w IX on painted metal surfaces. Do not use on plastic because it may damage these parts. Inside walls [Freezer Sponge, soft cloth or l Wa:,‘i with warm water and should be allowed to papertowel, baking - rr Id detergent or warm up so cloth won’t soda, warm water, mild baking soda solution (2 tablespoons stick.] detergent [ 26 J 1 baking soda to 1 quart [ .95Lj war1 n water). l Rins.? and dry. Door liner and gasket Sponge, soft cloth or l Wa:.? with mild detergent and warm paper towel; mild wat fr. detergent, warm water l Rins:? and dry. DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, Iconcentrated detergents, bleaches OI cleansers containing petroleum on plastic parts. Drain trough Defrost pan Baking soda, warm water Warm water and mild detergent l Ret-r ove basket. l POUI baking soda solution (2 tablespoons 126 11 baking soda to1 quart 1.95LI warm watt 8:) directly into drain trough. l Ren ove base grille [see page 4 ,) l To rc’move defrost pan, lift pan over wire brat e (remove tape; if any]. l Was11 defrost pan with warm water and milcl detergent. l Rinsl? and dry. l Rep ace with notched corner to the rear. l Pust it all the way in. Condenser coil l Make sure defrost tube is pointing into pan. Vacuum cleaner; using l Rerr eve base grille. the extended narrow attachment 0 Clec:n dust and lint from condenser (every 2 to 3 months) l Rep ace base grille.

When freezer has cocled to a safe storage temperature, it may be loaded with frozen food. When you plan to freeze unfrozen food, see the following chart for the amount to freeze at one time. POUNDS OF FOOD TO FREEZE AT ONE TIME Size of Meat or Vegetables Freezer Fish or Fruit 20 cu. ft. 40 Ibs. 60 Ibs. (566L3 (18 Kg) (27 w .These amounts are based on USDA recom- mendations. If too many packages of un- frozen food are packed at one time into the freezer, the rate of freezing is too slow. Poor quality products result. Packaging and Sealing Food... Airtight packaging is important in freezing foods. Containers and wrappings should be moisture and vapor-proof and packages should be sealed carefully to keep moisture in and air out. Rigid polyethylene [plastic) containers with tight-fitting lids, straight-sided can- ning/freezing jars, heavy-duty aluminum foil,plastic-coated paperand non-permea- ble plastic wraps (such as Saran) are recom- mended. Note: Heat-sealed boiling bags are easy to use and can be used by them- selves or as carton liners. Freezer burn can result if food is not prop- erly wrapped. When this happens food de- hydrates and is of poor quality. To wrap foods 1. Cut sheet of wrapping material about (Ine-third longer than distance around food to be wrapped. Place wrapping i;heet on flat surface with food in center of #sheet. 2. Bring front and back of wrapping to- gether and fold in toward food, ma king at east two one-inch (2.5 cm) folds until food “its tightly against wrapping. 3. I.Zrease ends close to food to eliminate air ~ )ockets. 4. ‘ress all air from package. Fold each end lver twice. Make sure fold is tight and asten against end of package with reezer tape. NOTE: When packaging meats that have not be tn boned, pad sharp edges with extra wrclp or use stockinette to protect against teclcing or puncturing. See booklet, “How to Preserve Foods the Modern Way with Your WHIRLPOOL Freezer,” for complete information and tips on home fre84ng. loading... I. Before freezing large quantities of food, turn Cold Control to highest position and et freezer operate for several hours. 2. lo speed freezing, lay packages in a sin- gle layer so each rests on the freezing urface of a shelf. Leave space between :>ackages.

food after first load is frozen [approximately 18 to 24 hours]. 4. After all food is frozen, return Cold Control to the usual setting. Storing frozen food... After food is frozen, stack packages any- where in the freezer. Packages should not extend beyond the shelf edge or they may keep the door from closing and sealing properly. Glide-out basket - Store heavy and bulky packages here. Basket should be in place at all times for proper air circulation. Door storage - Store packages on the door shelves behind the retaining bar. Juice can shelves -Store juice cans on door as shown. Energy Saving Tips... l Check door gasket and level freezer to assure a good door seal. l Keep door openings to a minimum. Remove several items at one time. Keep contents organized to eliminate searching. l Fill to capacity. Follow recommended procedures tor freezing foods. l Set Cold Control to provide temperatures around 0°F (-22°C). There is no need to store foods below 0°F. l Keep door locked to insure door closure. l Clean condenser coils frequently Vacations...v - Arrar ge for someone to make regular ch of your freezer to make sure it is operating electric ~tv has not been interruoted. leeks and Shutting off and moving... If free.!er is shut off for more than 24 hours: 1. Rem )ve and store all food. 2. Unpl Jg freezer. 3. Cleci 1 thoroughly. See “Cleaning Your Freezer,” page L 5 4. BlocI, door open for air circulation. Turn lock to locks Jd position with door open. Place blocks betw-?en door and cabinet and tape in place with :elf-adhesive filament tape. If you move the freezer: l Remo .‘e shelves and basket l Do no place objects inside cabinet. l Level ,roperly to insure good door seal. To re:,tart freezer, see “Using your freezer,” u page 3 If you need service or assistance, we su 0 gest you folbw these fours eps: 1. Belore calling for assistance... Perfori?ance problems often result from little things you can rsnd and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If electncity goes off: Learn ‘IOW long power will be off by calling the power c Iompany. l If service is to be interrupted 24 hours or less, keep f eezer closed. Most tood will stay frozen. 7

is to be interrupted longer than 24 hours, do this: 1. Remove all frozen food and store in a frozen food locker. Or... 2. Place dry ice on top of food, using as large pieces as possible. Protect your hands with gloves when using dry ice. 3. If neither food locker storage or dry ice is available, use or can perishable food at once. l The length of time food will stay frozen depends on several factors. For instance: a full freezer will remain cold longer than a freezer only par- tially filled. And a freezer full of meat will stay cold longer than a freezer filled with baked goods. Also, if the food still contains ice crystals, it may be safely refrozen, although the quality and flavor may be affected. Use this food as soon as convenient. If the condition of the food is poor or is in any way questionable, it is wise to dispose of it. If freezer stops running: l Check to see if power cord is plugged into the outlet. l Check fuse box or circuit breaker. l Check electric company for a power failure. l Be sure COLD CONTROL is turned on. If compressor seems to run too long: l Check to see that condenser, behind the base grille, is free of dust and lint. l On hot summer days or if room is hot, compres- sor will run longer to provide correct amount of cooling. l If large amounts of unfrozen food have been put into the freezer, compressor will run longer. 2. If you need assistance* . . . Call Whlrlpool COOL-LINE ’ service assis- tance telephone number. Dial free from: Contlnental U.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 253-1301 Mlchlgan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 632-2243 Alaska & Hawaii . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 253-1121 and talk with one of our trarned Consultants. The Consultant can Instruct you in how to obtain satrsfac- tory operation from your applrance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service com- pany in your area 3. If you need service*... Whirlpool has a na- tionwide network of franchised TECH-CARE ’ Service Companies. I / / 1 to fulfill the oroduct States. To locate TECH-C’\RE service in your area, call our COOL-LINE service ( rssistance telephone number (see Step 2) or look in y )ur telephone directory Yellow Pages under, APPLlANCES-HOUSEHOLD- ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES- MAJOR- SERVICE 6 REPAIR f-JR MAJOR- REPAIRING (L PARTS -.- WHIRLPOOL IPPLIANCES WHIALPOOLAPPLlANCES FRANCHIS 3TECH~CARESERVICE FRANCHISEDTECH CARESERVICE SE ?'VI(‘E (‘O,Ul?4.V,ES SERVICE (‘O.MP.4.VIE.S XYZ SERVICI ::O XYZSERVICECO 123 Maple 333.9399 123 Maple.. 999~9999 OR WASHING MACHINES. DRYERS 6 IRONERS-SERVICING WHIRLPOOLAPPLIANCES FRANCHISEDTECH-CARESERVICE SERVICE Cl1MPA.VIE.S XYZSERVICECO 123 Mapie 399 9333 4. If you have a problem*... Call c .Jr COOL-LINE service assrstance telephone number see Step 2) and talk with one of our Consul- tants, or f you prefer, write to: Mr. GI y Turner, Vice Presrdent WhIrIF ool Corporation Admil rstrative Center 2000 1 F-33 North Bento 1 Harbor, Ml 49022 -If you nust call or write, please provide: model number serial number, date of purchase, and a comple :: description of the problem. This informa- tion is r ceded in order to better respond to your request or assistance 0 FSP R FSP IS a reglstered trademark of Whlrlpoo Corporation for quality parts Look for ttts symbol of qualify whenever you need a replacement part for your Whlrlpxl appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exachng specihcations used to build every new WhIrlpool appliance Befl1011 Harbor, Michigan. Automatic Washers, Clalhes Dryers, Freezt IS, Relrigerator-Freezers. Ice Makers, Dishwashers, Buill-111 Ovens and Surlace Units. Ranges, Microwave Ovens, Comp,rclors. Room Air Conditioners, Dehumidiliers. Cenlral Healirty and Air Condilioning Systems. Part No. 942647 Rev A Printed in U.S.A.