Whirlpool EH18VSXL - Manual (Page 2)

Before you plug it in
Before using your freezer, you ore personally
responsible for making sure that it...
• is installed and leveled on a floor that will
hold the weight, and in an area suitable for
its size and use.
• is connected only to the right kind of outlet,
with the right electric supply and grounding
(see below)
• Is used only for jobs expected of home
freezers.
• is not near an oven, radiator or other heat
source.
Install Properly...
Allow room to open tid
2 inches at back
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I 3 inches 3 Inches
1. Check the strength of the floor. It should hold
weight of fully loaded freezer.
2. Allow at least 3 inches (7.5 cm) air space on
all sides of freezer and 2 inches (5 cm) at
back. Leave room at top for lid fo open all the
way.
3. It should not be necessary to remove the lid
during installation. If, for any reason, the hinges
need
adjustment, see your authorized
WHIRLPOOL dealer.
4. Do not cover the freezer with items such as
blankets, sheets, tablecloths, etc.
Remove Sales Label...
Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label before
using the freezer. Remove any left over glue with
rubbing alcohol.
Note; DO NOT REMOVE the Care and Ser­
vice label on the inside lid. This permanent
label
provides immediate information
should it be needed. Do not remove Tech
Sheet
permanently attached to back of
cabinet.
Clean It...
Clean your freezer before using it. See clean­
ing instructions on page 4.
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• is properly maintained.
• is in a dry sheltered area.
• is used in an area where the room tempera­
ture will not exceed 110 F (43.3 C).
• is not run where there are explosive fumes.
• is not used by children or others who may not
understand how it should be used.
• is not loaded with food before it has time to
get properly cold.
Level Chest Freezer...
from end to end and front to back so that the lid
will seal properly.
Install the Battery...
You will find the freezer key and a 9-volt al­
kaline battery packed inside the freezer. Install
the battery by following instructions on page 4.
The Temperature Alarm will sound a continu­
ous tone if the Temperature Alarm Switch is in the
ON or TEST position. Move the switch to OFF until
the freezer Is cold. Then move It to ON.
Install the Defrost Drain Cover...
Packed Inside the freezer is the Defrost Drain
Cover and a hose adapter. Keep the hose
adapter in a handy place to use when defrost­
ing the freezer. Install the Defrost Drain Cover
over the opening in the lower left, front corner of
your freezer.
Plug It In..
3-prong grounding
type wall receptacle
Freezer 3-prong
grounding plug
power cord
Recommended Grounding Method
A 120 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15 ampere fused
electrical supply is required. It is recommended
that a separate circuit serving only this appli­
ance be provided. The receptacle should not
be controlled by a wall switch or pull chain.
Attach retaining clip over power cord plug
from the literature package inside your freezer.
Do not use an extension cord.