Avanti 398VFYW - Manual (Page 10)

> Maintenance of Your Freezer
CAUTION
Failure to unplug the freezer could result in electrical shock or
personal injury.
• Power failure
Most power failures are corrected a few hours and should not affect
the temperature of your freezer if you minimize the number of times
the door is opened. If the power is going to be off for a Jong period
of time, you need to take proper steps to protect your food.
Vacation Time
During long absences, remove all the food; unplug your freezer, clean
your freezer, and leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation
of condensation, mold, or odors.
Moving Your Freezer
• Remove all the food.
• Securely tape down all loose items inside your freezer.
• Turn the leveling screws up to the base to avoid damage.
• Tape the door shut
• Be sure the freezer stays in the upright position during
transportation.
Energy Savina Tips
• The freezer should be located in the coolest area of the room away
from heat producing freezers or heating ducts, and out of the direct
sunlight
• Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the freezer.
Overloading the freezer forces the compressor to run longer. Foods
that freeze too slowly may lose quality, or spoil.
• Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before placing
them in the freezer. This cuts down on frost build-up inside the freezer.
• Freezer storage basket should not be lined with aluminum foil, wax
paper, or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold air circulation,
making the freezer less efficient.
• Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended
searches. Remove as many items as needed at one time, and close
the door as soon as possible.
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