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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installing the Freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS. . . . . . 13
ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . 15 ESPAÑOL
CONSUMER SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . . 16
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your upright freezer
follow these basic safety precautions:
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accordance with the Installation Instructions before it stand on, or play in or with the appliance.
is used. Ŷ&KLOGUHQDQGSHUVRQVZLWKUHGXFHGSK\VLFDOVHQVRU\
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NOTE: Power to the freezer cannot be disconnected knowledge can use this appliance only if they are
by any setting on the control panel. supervised or have been given instructions on safe
NOTE: Repairs must be performed by a qualified use and understand the hazards involved.
Service Professional. Ŷ7KLVDSSOLDQFHLVLQWHQGHGWREHXVHGLQKRXVHKROG
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and similar non-retail applications.
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cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance. Ŷ'RQRWDSSO\KDUVKFOHDQHUVWRWKHUHIULJHUDWRU
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children, remove the door from any freezer before section for detailed instructions.
disposing of it or discontinuing its use.
CAUTION To reduce the risk of injury when using your freezer, follow these basic safety precautions.
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water when they are cold. Glass shelves and compartment when hands are damp or wet, skin
covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.
changes or impact, such as bumping or dropping. Ŷ 'RQRWUHIUHH]HIUR]HQIRRGVZKLFKKDYHWKDZHG
Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many completely.
small pieces if it breaks.
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clearances between the doors and between the
doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful
closing doors when children are in the area.
CONNECTING ELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a A 115 Volt AC, 60 Hz, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded
3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard electrical supply is required. This provides the best
3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the performance and also prevents overloading house
possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance. wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified overheated wires.
electrician to make sure the outlet is properly Never unplug your freezer by pulling on the power
grounded. cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it the outlet.
is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it Immediately discontinue use of a damaged supply
replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. cord. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
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The freezer should always be plugged into its own authorized service part from the manufacturer.
individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating When moving the freezer away from the wall, be
that matches the rating plate. careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
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control will silence the alarm, and stop the flashing, ON
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reaches a safe storage temperature.
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seconds to switch the display temperature unit Alarm Reset
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5. Allow freezer to operate for at least four hours before Door open
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Temperature Control
USING THE FREEZER: Temperature Control
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High Temp
Door open
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Features
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USING THE FREEZER: )HDWXUHV
Features
Door Bins
There are 3 full depth door bins and one partial depth
door bin on the unit. The partial depth door bin should
always be installed at the bottom.
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Care and Cleaning
NOTE: DO NOT allow stainless steel cleaner to come in contact with any plastic parts such as trim pieces, handle
hardware and liners. If unintentional contact of cleaners with plastic parts does occur, clean plastic part with a
sponge and mild detergent mixed with warm water.
No Defrosting
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It has been pre-set at the factory to defrost itself door is opened while the freezer is in the automatic
automatically. defrosting cycle.
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Care and Cleaning
CARE AND CLEANING
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To replace the LED light:
1. Remove the top shelf (if necessary).
2. Gently push the three snap-in tabs at the front of
the lens, release the lens from the liner, and pull to
remove.
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4. Gently pull the leads out and disconnect from the unit.
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back into mounting tabs. 'LVFRQQHFW/HDGV
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Care and Cleaning
Preparing to Move
'LVFRQQHFWWKHSRZHUFRUGSOXJIURPWKHZDOORXWOHW Be sure freezer stays in upright position during actual
Remove foods and clean the freezer. moving and during transportation. The freezer must be
Secure all loose items such as baskets and shelves by secured during transportation to prevent movement.
taping them securely in place to prevent damage. Protect outside of freezer with blanket.
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Installing the Freezer
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Freezer Location
Your freezer should be conveniently located for Be sure to install your freezer on a floor strong enough
day-to-day use in a dry, well-ventilated room. to support it when it is fully loaded.
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proper temperatures.
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Adjustable Legs
Legs at the front corners of the freezer should be set so
the freezer is firmly positioned on the floor, and the front
is raised just enough so the door closes easily when
opened about halfway. Turn Turn left
right to to raise
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front. Adjust the plastic leveling feet in front 1/2 bubble
higher so the door closes easily when left open.
Door Handle
Shape of handle may vary on your model. Allen Wrench
Set Screw
Unit Loading
NOTICE: To allow the door to close and seal properly,
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shelves.
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Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Problem Possible Causes What to Do
Freezer does not operate Freezer is unplugged. Push the plug completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
tripped.
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Freezer is in Demo mode. WKH³´DQG³´LPPHGLDWHO\ZKLOHKROGLQJ&RQWURO
Lock" at the same time for 5 seconds and
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Freezer starts/stops too Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.
frequently Too frequent or too long door Open the door less often.
openings.
Temperature control set too cold. See Temperature Control.
Freezer operates too long Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.
Too frequent or too long door Open the door less often.
openings.
Temperature control set too cold. See Temperature Control.
Inadequate air circulation space See Installing the Freezer.
around cabinet.
Room or outside weather is hot. It’s normal for the freezer to work harder under
these conditions.
Freezer has been disconnected It takes 4 hours for the freezer to cool down
recently for a period of time. completely.
Large amounts of warm or hot Warm food will cause the freezer to run more
food have been stored recently. until the desired temperature is reached
Noisy operation or cabinet Floor may be weak, causing Check to make sure freezer is located on solid
vibrates freezer to vibrate when floor and adjust leveling legs as needed.
compressor is on.
Cabinet is not positioned solidly Adjust legs. See Installing the Freezer. Or use
on floor. shims for uneven floor.
Freezer is touching the wall. Level freezer or move slightly. See Level
Freezer.
Freezer temperature too Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.
warm Too frequent or too long door Open the door less often.
openings.
Temperature control is set too Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several
warm. hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Large amounts of water or hot food Wait until the freezer has had a chance to reach
may have been stored recently. its selected temperature.
Freezer has been disconnected )UHH]HUUHTXLUHVKRXUVWRFRROGRZQ
recently. completely.
Foods defrosting High temp alarm is on and Power outage may have caused high internal
temperature display is flashing. temperature.
Freezer is unplugged. Push the plug completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
tripped.
Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.
Too frequent or too long door Open the door less often.
openings.
Freezer temperature too Temperature control set too cold. See About the operation of your freezer.
cold
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Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
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GE Appliances Freezer Limited Warranty
WARRANTY
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