Defrosting Your Freezer - Insignia NS-CZ50WH0-C User Manual

A storage basket is provided for the organization of odd-shaped items. To reach
other packages in your freezer, just slide the basket to one side or lift it out.
The first time you turn your freezer on, adjust the temperature control to the
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setting you want and run for two to three hours before putting food in.
After it is fully cooled, adjust the temperature control to the setting that best
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suits your needs. Settings include MIN, MAX, and OFF.
Notes:
• Turning the temperature control to OFF stops the cooling cycle but does not
shut off the power to your freezer.
• If your freezer is unplugged, loses power, or is turned off, you must wait three
to five minutes before restarting it. Your freezer will not start if you attempt to
restart it sooner.
• Large amounts of food lower the cooling efficiency of your freezer.
• If you choose to change the thermostat setting, adjust the thermostat control
by one increment at a time. Allow several hours for the temperature to
stabilize between adjustments.

Defrosting your freezer

For your freezer to operate most efficiently and with minimum energy
consumption, it should be defrosted when the frost on the freezer walls is in
excess of .2 to .4 inches (5 to 10 mm) thick. To minimize food spoilage, choose a
time when your stock of frozen food is low.
The instructions regarding the care of frozen foods should be followed when
defrosting your freezer. Defrosting usually takes a few hours. Leaving the top open
helps speed the process.
CAUTIONS:
• Do not use boiling water to defrost your freezer because it may damage the
plastic parts. You can use warm water to speed up the process.
• Never use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage
the cooling coils and void the warranty.
Remove the frozen food from your freezer and place it in a refrigerator or
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cooler to protect the food.
Turn the thermostat knob to OFF, then unplug your freezer.
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Remove the drain plug inside your freezer, then place a shallow pan under the
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drainage hole on the outside of your freezer to catch the water from melted
ice.
Check the pan occasionally to make sure that the water does not overflow.
When your freezer has defrosted, clean the interior of your freezer, then
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replace the drain plug.
Plug your freezer back in.
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Reset the thermostat to the setting you want, then let your freezer cool for one
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hour.
Return the food to your freezer.
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