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Cleaning Your Freezer; Troubleshooting; Prolonged Off Periods - SPT UF-214W Instruction Manual

2.1 cu. ft. upright freezer

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Defrosting
Turn the control dial to OFF position and unplug from power source. Open the door and remove all contents
to a cool place. Defrost using a plastic scraper or let the temperature rise naturally until the frost melts. Then
wipe away remaining ice and water. Plug unit back in and reset thermostat control dial.

Cleaning your freezer

Turn the control dial to OFF position and unplug before cleaning. Wipe with cloth soaked in lukewarm water
and baking soda solution. Then wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Plug unit back in and reset the thermostat control dial.

Troubleshooting

Before calling for service, please check the following:
The freezer is not working
Check if plug is firmly inserted into the wall socket
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Check if there is power to the wall socket by plugging in another appliance.
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Check the fuse in freezer plug.
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The freezer is noisy when running
Check if freezer is leveled and if it's in contact with another appliance or kitchen furniture.
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The freezer does not cool sufficiently
The door may have been opened too frequently or was left open for a while. Please allow some time for
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the freezer to reach its set temperature.
Insufficient clearance around the unit. Be sure unit has enough clearance for proper airflow.
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The following characteristics are normal and should not be looked upon as a problem.
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A gentle tricking sound caused by coolant flowing the pipe.
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Compressor operating at high temperature.

PROLONGED OFF PERIODS

If the freezer is not to be used for a long period of time, proceed as follows:
Set control dial to OFF position and disconnect from the main supply.
Clean and dry the inside as instructed under "Cleaning your Freezer" section.
Leave the door open to prevent mold/mildew growth and unpleasant smells.
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