Whirlpool WZF34X20D Owners Manual - Page 10

Storage Basket (on some models) The slide-out basket provides separate storage space for items that are difficult to store on freezer shelves. To remove the basket, pull out and lift up. Storage Gate (on some models) To Remove the Storage Gate: 1. Lift up the top of the gate and out of the supports. 2. Return the gate to original position. Lower the gate into the supports. Freezer Shelves Store similar foods together and adjust the shelves to fit different heights. This reduces the time the freezer door is open and saves energy. Important information to know about glass shelves and covers: Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid dropping. To Remove and Replace a Shelf: 1. Remove the shelf by lifting straight up and pulling the shelf out. 2. Replace the shelf by lowering the shelf onto the supports on the side wall. CARING FOR YOUR FREEZER Cleaning Your Frost-Free Freezer WARNING Explosion Hazard Use nonflammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. Frost-free means that you will not have to defrost your freezer. Frost is removed by air moving and collecting any moisture and depositing it on the cooling coil. The cooling coil periodically warms up enough to melt the frost, and it then flows down to the drain pan (located behind the base grille) where it is evaporated. Complete cleaning should be done at least once a year. 1. Press and hold TEMP SETTING for 3 seconds to turn off cooling. 2. Unplug freezer or disconnect power. 3. Remove all frozen food. Wrap frozen food in several layers of newspaper and cover with a blanket. Food will stay frozen for several hours. You may also store frozen food in a cooler, additional refrigerator-freezer, or in a cool area. 4. Remove all removable parts from inside, such as shelves, bins, etc. 5. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. ■■ Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners, or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools. These can scratch or damage materials. ■■ To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with a mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt [26 g to 0.95 L] of water). 6. Replace the removable parts. 7. Use the appropriate cleaning method for your exterior finish. Painted metal: Wash exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners or cleaners designed for stainless steel. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. 8. Clean the condenser coils regularly. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month. This may help save energy. ■■ Open the freezer door and remove the base grille by removing 2 Phillips-head screws and pulling the grille toward you. 10