Installation
Instructions
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DeepfreezeUpright Freezers
Refer to Owner?s Manual for safe installation.
Keep instructions for future reference.
Be sure manual stays with freezer.
Read entire instruction before beginning installation.
To install the upright freezer
Leveling Your
1 Choose proper locationFreezer
? Freezer must be a minimum of 3 inches from surrounding
walls or cabinets.1 Install the leveling legs
? For maximum energy efficiency, freezer should be kept? Freezer should be empty.
within moderate temperatures (65°F to 90°F).? Tilt the freezer back and
? The freezer should not be exposed to elements of thesecure to avoid slippage.
weather, such as rain, sleet, or snow.? Do not lift freezer more than
6 inches.
2 Move the freezer
? Screw leveling legs in by
? If attached, close freezer door and secure before moving
turning clockwise.
freezer.
? You may want to wear fitted gripper gloves to protect2Level freezer
against abrasion.? The front of freezer must be
1
? Protect soft vinyl and other flooring with cardboard, rugs/4" higher than the back
1
or other protective material during installation.(generally a level?/2 bubble)s
? Place a leveling tool on the
3 Allow the freezer to stand
freezer to gauge any slant.
¸? Freezer should be level.
? Turn leveling legs clockwise to
? Freezer should be placed upright for at least 12 hours
lower freezer.
before plugging the unit in.
? Turn leveling legs counter
? Not allowing freezer to stand could result in damage to
clockwise to raise freezer.
the freezer.
? Shims may be used under rear
4 Plug the freezer inof freezer cabinet to reduce
? Freezer should be plugged in to properly polarized andany wobble.
grounded, 3-prong electrical outlet. Do not use an
extension cord or an adapter.
Handle
Installing the Door Handle (Some models)
retainer
1. Attach and secure the upper handle retainer.
? Align upper handle retainer with the two top holes on top portion of door.
? Flat, tab end of handle retainer must be pointed downward.
? Secure retainer to door with screw (provided) in top retainer screw hole.
2. Attach and secure the lower handle retainer.
? Align lower handle retainer with the two bottom holes on bottom portion of door.
Handle? Flat, tab end of handle retainer must be pointed upward.
? Secure retainer to door with screw (provided) in bottom retainer screw hole.
3. Attach and secure the freezer handle.
? Align holes in handle with holes in handle retainer and freezer door and secure
with screws (provided).
End cap
? Outer holes in handle should fit tightly against handle retainer tabs.
4. Snap end caps in place over handle retainers.
Part No.12540701� 2000 Amana Appliances
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