Crosley Conservator VCM5SMWW Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions page 7

Defrosting Instructions
In most climates, defrosting will be necessary only about
twice a year .
To have your freezer operate most efficiently, do not
permit more than 1/4" (6 mm) thickness of frost, on
average, to accumulate on the walls .
To remove frost, scrape with a plastic or wood spatula or
scraper .
For Complete Defrosting
1 . Turn the temperature control to far left OFF setting
and unplug the freezer .
2 . Remove all food and place it in corrugated boxes,
insulated bags, picnic coolers, etc. Use towels and
newspapers for insulation as needed .
3 . Place a tray (not included) in front of the freezer,
beneath the exterior drain plug to collect the water .
Pull out the drain plug about 1" (2 .5 cm) until the
drain hole on the plug shows completely . Turn the
drain plug clockwise until the arrow is pointed down .
Unscrew counterclockwise to remove the interior
drain plug . This allows the water to flow out into the
tray .
NOTE: Water that has accumulated at the bottom of
the freezer during defrosting will drain into the tray .
Monitor the tray under the drain to avoid overflow .
Drain hole
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Interior
Drain plug
Do not use an ice pick, metal, or sharp-edged
instrument as it may damage or scratch the freezer .
Do not use boiling water as it may damage the freezer .
Do not use any electrical device in defrosting your
freezer.
4 . With the lid open, you may choose to use pans of
hot tap water (less than 120° F [49° C]) to speed
defrosting . Directing air from an electric fan into
the freezer will also help . Do not place fan or any
electrical device in the freezer . Remove large pieces
before they melt .
5 . Wipe water from walls with a towel or sponge .
6 . After defrosting, clean the inside of the freezer (see
Care and Cleaning) .
7 . Replace the drain plugs .
8 . Plug in the freezer . Return
the temperature control to its
previous position and return
food to the freezer .
Interior
Drain plug
WARNING
Freezer must be unplugged to avoid
electrical hazard from power source when defrosting
unit .
Drain hole
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