Defrosting - Amana C100DW Manuel

Defrosting

WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can
cause severe personal injury or death,
disconnect power to freezer before
defrosting. After defrosting, restore
power.
Defrost freezer when frost has accumulated to 1/4".
Upper section of freezer will normally have more
frost than lower section.
Upright Models
1. Transfer food to an alternate cooling source.
2. Remove toe grille by pulling forward.
3. Locate defrost drain tube and place tube in a
shallow pan.
4. Remove defrost drain plug on bottom front
of freezer liner so defrost water will flow into
drain tube. Empty pan as needed during
defrosting.
5. Open freezer door and place pans of hot water
on shelves. Allow ice to melt before removing
shelves.
Caution
To avoid property damage, do not use
sharp or pointed instruments to scrape
frost from shelves or interior surfaces.
6. Wash all interior surfaces including door, floor
and walls according to "General" instructions.
7. Clean defrost drain using a bottle brush. Flush
drain with clear water before replacing drain
tube and drain plug. Drain plug must be
properly installed for efficient operation.
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