Power Failure / Freezer Failure; Power/Freezer Failure - Kenmore 2804 - 20.6 cu. Ft. Upright Freezer Owner's Manual

CLEANINGTHEINSIDE
Afterdefrosting, washinside surfaces o fthefreezer w itha
solution oftwotablespoons ofbaking sodainonequart
(t, ! 36litres)warmwaterRinse anddryWringexcess
wateroutofthesponge orclothwhencleaning i n thearea
ofthecontrols, or anyelectrical parts
Wash theremovable p artsanddoorbasket w iththe baking
sodasolution mentioned a bove, o rmilddetergent and
warmwaterRinse anddry Neverusemetallic scouring
pads, b rushes, abrasive cleaner's, oralkaline solutions o n
anysurfaceDonotwashremovable p artsina dishwasher
CLEANINGTHEOUTSIDE
Wash thecabinet w ithwarmwaterandmildliquiddeter-
gentRinse welIandwipedrywitha clean softcloth,
Replace parts andfood
_!_ Ifieaving
the freezer
door open while on vacation, make
certain that children cannot get into
the freezer and become entrapped.
NOTE: Do not open freezer door
unnecessarily if freezer is off for
several hours=
If a power' failure occurs, frozen foods will stay frozen for
at least 24 hours if the freezer is kept closed. If the power
failure continues, pack seven or eight pounds of dry ice into
the freezer every 24 hours Look in the Yellow Pages under
Dry Ice, Dairies, or lee Cream Manufacturers for local dry
ice suppliers Always wear gloves and use caution when
handling dry ice
If the freezer has stopped operating, see Freezer Does
Not Run in the Troubleshooting Guide, tf you cannot
solve the problem, call an authorized servicer immediately
If the freezer remains off for several hours, follow the
directions above for the use of dry ice during a power
failure If necessary, take the food to a local locker plant
until the freezer is ready fo operate, Look in the Yellow
Pages under Frozen Food Locker Plants
VACATION AND MOVING TIPS
ShortVacations:
Leave the freezer' operating during vacations of less
than three weeks
Long Vacations:
If the freezer wilt not be used for several months:
. Remove all food and unplug the power cord
• Clean and dry the interior thoroughly
• Leave the freezer door open slightly, blocking it open if
necessary, to prevent odor and mold growth,.
Moving: When moving the freezer, follow these guidelines
to prevent damage:
. Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet
• Remove foods, then defrost, and clean the freezer
• Secure a!l loose items such as base panel, baskets, and
shelves by taping them securely in place to prevent
damage,
• tn the moving vehicle, secure freezer in an upright
position to prevent movement Also p_otect outside of
freezer with a blanket, or similar item
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