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Quick-Freezing
For quick-freezing small amounts of food, place it in direct contact with any refrigerated
surface. For quick-freezing large amounts of food, turn the control dial to "MAX" and
return it to the regular setting after freezing is completed.
Never freeze more than 3 pounds (1.5 kg) of food per cubic foot of freezer capacity
at one time.
Cleaning Inside and Outside
baking soda solution—about two tablespoons of baking soda to a
quart of water. Then rinse and dry.
Don't use cleansers such as soaps, detergents, scouring powder or
spray cleaners inside the freezer—they may cause odors.
Wash ice trays, drip tray and shelves with mild detergent solution and
dry them with a soft cloth.
Wipe the outside of the freezer with a soft cloth dampened with soapy
water or Appliance Polish Wax Cleaner, available from GE Appliance
Service and Parts Centers.
Defrosting
Defrost whenever frost becomes V4° (6 mm) thick.
Never use a sharp or pointed instrument to remove frost
as it may damage the freezer.
Do not use any electrical device in defrosting your freezer.
To defrost, remove food and ice trays. Be sure to keep the drip tray
in place. Then set the temperature control dial to the "OFF' position
and disconnect power to the freezer.
In Case of Extended Power Failure:
1. Keep freezer door closed. Your freezer will keep food frozen for
2. If freezer is out of operation for 24 hours or more, add dry ice.
Leave ice in large pieces. Add more ice as required.
Location
This freezer is designed for free-standing installation only.
It should not be recessed or built-in.
Be sure to install your freezer on a floor strong enough to support it
when it is fully loaded.
Also see Energy-Saving Tips regarding location.
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OPERATING YOUR FREEZER
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CARE AND CLEANING
PREPARATION
Use only mild, soapy water to clean the door gasket.
Never use acids, chemical thinner, gasoline, benzene or the like for
cleaning any part of the freezer. Boiling water and benzene may
deform or damage plastic pacts.
Do not wash any plastic parts from your freezer in your automatic
dishwasher.
The condenser is located on the back of the freezer. To maintain the
freezer at peak performance, clean the condenser at least twice a year,
vacuum cleaner with its dusting attachment.
Leave the freezer door open until defrosting is completed. To speed up
defrosting, place pans of hot water on freezer shelves and wipe with
warm towel or sponge.
After defrosting, remove drip tray and dispose of water. Clean the
intenor and return drip tray. Then turn the temperature control back to
the original setting.
After operating temperature has been reached, return food and ice
trays to the freezer.
WARNING: Handling of dry ice can cause your hands to freeze.
Gloves or other protection is recommended.
3. If dry ice is not available, move food to a frozen food locker
temporarily-until power is restored.
Clearance
Allow the following
minimum clearance for proper air circulation:
Back 4" ( 10 cm)
Top 4" ( 10 cm)
Side lZ2° (1.25 cm).
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