Maytag MZC3122F Owners Manual - Page 3
Operating Your Freezer
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Upon Moving to Final Location ■ Level the freezer from side to side and front to back so that the lid will seal properly. Use shims to level the freezer if necessary. NOTE: It should not be necessary to remove the lid during installation. If, for any reason, the hinges need adjustment, contact a designated service company. Recommended Grounding Method A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your freezer be provided. Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension cord. NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the temperature control to 0 (align circle on knob with desired number), as shown, to turn off cooling, and then disconnect the freezer from the electrical source. Electrical Requirements WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Defrost Drain Cover 1. Remove defrost drain cover from the literature package. 2. Push drain cover into drain hole as illustrated. Before you move your freezer into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection. OPERATING YOUR FREEZER Using the Control Turn the freezer temperature control to 4 (align circle on knob with desired number), as shown below. This setting is designed to maintain the temperature at or near 0°F (-17.8°C) under normal operating conditions. Allow the freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen food. NOTES: ■ When the freezer is first started, the compressor will run constantly until the cabinet is cooled. It may take 6 to 8 hours (or longer), depending on room temperature and the number of times the freezer lid is opened. ■ After the cabinet is cooled, the compressor will turn on and off as needed to keep the freezer at the proper temperature. ■ The outside of your freezer may feel warm. This is normal. The freezer's design and main function is to remove heat from the contents and air inside the freezer. The heat is transferred to the room air, making the outside of the freezer feel warm. Adjusting the Control ■ Turn control to a higher number for colder temperatures. "7" is the coldest setting. ■ Turn control to a lower number for less cold temperatures. "0" is off or defrost mode.