In Case Of Extended Power Failure; Preparing To Move; Preparing For Vacation - GE FUF14 Serie Manuel Du Propriétaire Et Instructions D'installation

Care and Cleaning

In Case of Extended Power Failure

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

Remove foods and clean the freezer.
Secure all loose items such as baskets and shelves by
taping them securely in place to prevent damage.

Preparing for Vacation

To maintain freezer in operation during vacations,
protection of freezer contents, you may want to ask
a neighbor to check the power supply and freezer
move your frozen foods to a storage locker temporarily.
If your freezer is to be left empty, disconnect power cord
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The freezer should be located in the
coolest area of the room, away from
heat-producing appliances or heating
ducts, and out of direct sunlight.
Let hot foods cool to room
temperature before placing in the
freezer. Overloading the freezer forces the compressor
quality or spoil.
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CAUTION
Handling of dry ice can cause
freezing of the hands—gloves or other protection is
recommended.
If dry ice is not available, move food to a frozen food
locker temporarily—until power is 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.
plug from wall outlet. To prevent formation of odors,
place open box of baking soda in freezer and leave
freezer door open.
When the freezer is not operating, it can be left in an
unheated house or room without damage to cabinet or
mechanism.
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.
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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