User manual SANYO HF-710

[. . . ] The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 reads: ". . . You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold-below 40°F". ". . . Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten. [. . . ] 9 Proper Freezer Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Power Interruptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vacation and Moving Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exterior Drain Plug 4 English Installing Your Freezer Unpacking Your Freezer 1. This includes the foam base and all adhesive tape holding the freezer accessories inside and outside. Inspect and remove any remains of packing, tape or printed materials before powering on the freezer. Adjusting Your Freezer · Your freezer is designed for freestanding installation only. · Place the freezer on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded. · When moving the freezer, never tilt it more than a 45-degree angle. · If the freezer is tilted let it stand in an upright position for at least 24 hours prior to plugging. This is to allow the refrigerant to settle. Proper Air Circulation · To assure your freezer works at the maximum efficiency it was designed for, you should install it in a location where there is proper air circulation, plumbing and electrical connections. · The following are recommended clearances around the freezer: Sides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4" (102mm) Back. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4" (102mm) 5 English Electrical Requirement · Make sure there is a suitable power outlet (115 volts, 15 amps outlet) with proper grounding to power the freezer. · Avoid the use of three plug adapters or cutting off the third grounding in order to accommodate a two plug outlet. This is a dangerous practice since it provides no effective grounding for the freezer and may result in shock hazard. Use of Extension Cord · Avoid the use of an extension cord because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot outlet that will accept the plug. The marked rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance. Install Limitations · Do not install your freezer in any location not properly insulated or heated e. g. [. . . ] · Packaging Recommendations: Plastic containers with air tight lids Heavy duty aluminum foil Plastic wrap made from saran film Self-sealing plastic bags · Do not refreeze defrosted/thawed foods. · It is recommended that the freezing date be marked on the packaging. Normal Operating Sounds You May Hear · Boiling water, gurgling sounds or slight vibrations that are the result of the refrigerant circulating through the cooling coils. · The thermostat control will click when it cycles on and off. 9 English Proper Freezer Care and Cleaning Cleaning and Maintenance Warning: To avoid electric shock always unplug your freezer before cleaning. [. . . ]