In Case Of Extended Power Failure; Preparing To Move; Preparing For Vacation - GE FUM21 Manuel D'utilisation

Care and cleaning of the freezer.

In Case of Extended Power Failure

Keep freezer door closed. Your freezer will
keep food frozen for 24 hours provided warm
air is not admitted.
If freezer is out of operation for 24 hours or
more, add dry ice. Leave ice in large pieces.
Add more ice as required.

Preparing to Move

Disconnect the power cord plug from the
wall outlet. Remove foods, defrost (on Manual
Defrost models) and clean the freezer.
Secure all loose items such as grille and shelves
by taping them securely in place to prevent
damage.

Preparing for Vacation

To maintain freezer in operation during
vacations, be sure your house power is not
turned off. For sure protection of freezer
contents, you may want to ask a neighbor to
check the power supply and freezer operation
every 48 hours.
For extended vacations or absences, you may
prefer to move your frozen foods to a storage
locker temporarily. If your freezer is to be left
empty, disconnect power cord plug from wall
outlet. To prevent formation of odors, place
open box of baking soda in freezer and leave
freezer door open.
be located in the
coolest area of the
room, away from heat-
producing appliances
or heating ducts, and
out of direct sunlight.
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 buildup inside
the freezer.
If dry ice is not available, move food to a
restored.
Be sure freezer stays in upright position during
actual moving and during transportation. The
freezer must be secured during transportation
to prevent movement. Protect outside of
freezer with blanket.
When the freezer is not operating, it can be left
in an unheated house or room without damage
to cabinet or mechanism.
The freezer should Freezer shelves should not be lined with
aluminum foil, wax paper or paper towels.
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
Let hot foods cool the door as soon as possible.
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