Kenmore 20938 - Manual (Page 7)

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You should defrost your freezer when the frost
becomes 1/4" thick Further accumulation will
reduce operating efficiency. How often you have to
defrost depends on the type and amount of food
you freeze, the temperature and humidity and the
number of times you open and dose the freezer
(The period between defrosting can be extended by
scraping frost every so often with a plastic scraper)
Here is how
» Turn cold control off
« Unplug power cord at wall
» Remove all frozen food and wrap in seveial thick­
nesses of newspaper and place in boxes
® Remove drain plug
« Remove base trim (on some models) by pulling
straight out
• The drain tube is located near the left center
under the freezer The defrost water can be
collected in any suitable shallow pan
« Leave door open and wait for frost to melt,
« On models without a defrost drain, place towels
or newspapers on the freezer bottom to catch the
frost. The frost will loosen and fall Remove paper
and/or torvels.
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® Place towel in bottom of freezer (over defrost
drain) to absorb excess moisture
* Place pans of hot water on refrigerated shelves
» Wipe with a cloth or sponge (do not use sharp
objects or electric defrost devices)
» After defrost - plug in freezer
® Turn cold control back to original position
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® While defrosting the freezer, take lime to dean the
inside thoroughly
® Use a mild solution of baking soda (2 tablespoons)
in warm water (1 quart)
» Clean all inside surfaces
® To protect exterior-use a good quality automotive
wax
Close door as soon as you can
Reduce door openings.
Check door to make sure it has shut tightly.
Adjust cold control (See Pages 2, 3 Start It, Adjust
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Do not put hot foods in freezer Let hot food cool
to room temperature before placing in freezer
Keep freezer away from stove, or other heat
sources A cool dry place is recommended.
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® For a short vacation arrange for someone to
inspect it at regular intervals
® For longer periods of time you may wish to
remove food, unplug your freezer, defrost, dean
thoroughly and block door open to prevent odor
and/or mildew growth.
Remove all food and then defrost
Clean thoroughly and allow to dry (otherwise
odors will build up)
Tape all interior loose baskets securely in position
Tape door securely shut
Ship in upright position - never on back
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