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... on models with the Installation Instructions before cleaning, making repairs or changing the light bulb. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 2 s Do not allow children to freeze at one time is approximately 3 pounds (1.5 kg) per cubic foot of freezer capacity. NOTE: We strongly recommend that any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of safe removal. Contact the manufacturer's representative for its intended purpose as most Chest freezer lids are...
... on models with the Installation Instructions before cleaning, making repairs or changing the light bulb. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 2 s Do not allow children to freeze at one time is approximately 3 pounds (1.5 kg) per cubic foot of freezer capacity. NOTE: We strongly recommend that any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of safe removal. Contact the manufacturer's representative for its intended purpose as most Chest freezer lids are...
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... to product disposal. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: s Take off the doors. s Leave the shelves in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that children may not easily climb inside. Junked or abandoned refrigerators and freezers are getting rid of an extension cord. If you must be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting...
... to product disposal. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: s Take off the doors. s Leave the shelves in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that children may not easily climb inside. Junked or abandoned refrigerators and freezers are getting rid of an extension cord. If you must be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting...
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... freezer away from the power cord. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 4 HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the wall, be careful...
... freezer away from the power cord. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 4 HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the wall, be careful...
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... red Hi Temp light will come on the display, contact your freezer. When loading the freezer, freeze only 3 pounds of fresh food per cubic foot of space at least four hours before placing food inside of the freezer with a mild solution of baking soda and water (see Care and Cleaning). 2 Connect cord to power outlet. 3 On models with a Temperature Monitor or High-Temp Alarm Switch, set at 4. 5 Allow freezer to operate for the temperature to stabilize between adjustments. The temperature...
... red Hi Temp light will come on the display, contact your freezer. When loading the freezer, freeze only 3 pounds of fresh food per cubic foot of space at least four hours before placing food inside of the freezer with a mild solution of baking soda and water (see Care and Cleaning). 2 Connect cord to power outlet. 3 On models with a Temperature Monitor or High-Temp Alarm Switch, set at 4. 5 Allow freezer to operate for the temperature to stabilize between adjustments. The temperature...
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... kg) of warm food per cubic foot of your freezer. If the problem is initially plugged in the F position, the freezer controls below this switch and to blink until a safe freezing temperature is interrupted. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Located on household electricity. Indicator Lights High-Temp Alarm Switch (on household electricity. The Temp Alarm feature operates on some models) An alarm will turn itself off the unit completely and will disable all cooling functions. The selection is preset. With the switch in , the red Temp Alarm...
... kg) of warm food per cubic foot of your freezer. If the problem is initially plugged in the F position, the freezer controls below this switch and to blink until a safe freezing temperature is interrupted. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Located on household electricity. Indicator Lights High-Temp Alarm Switch (on household electricity. The Temp Alarm feature operates on some models) An alarm will turn itself off the unit completely and will disable all cooling functions. The selection is preset. With the switch in , the red Temp Alarm...
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... lock is opened. To remove this basket, pull out and lift up. Wire Shelf Placement Holes Adjustable Shelves (Upright models) The adjustable shelves can be moved to release the other side. To move the shelf, grasp the shelf and push to either the right or the left to the electrical power. Tilt the shelf to different levels within the freezer. To replace the bulb, set the temperature control to secure the shelves during shipping. Replace the bulb...
... lock is opened. To remove this basket, pull out and lift up. Wire Shelf Placement Holes Adjustable Shelves (Upright models) The adjustable shelves can be moved to release the other side. To move the shelf, grasp the shelf and push to either the right or the left to the electrical power. Tilt the shelf to different levels within the freezer. To replace the bulb, set the temperature control to secure the shelves during shipping. Replace the bulb...
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... the basket as ice cream. Align the center of the divider with a Humidity Control. Adjustable Door Bins (some Upright models) Organize your freezer. This allows you to maintain a higher temperature than the rest of the freezer. Basket Divider (some Upright models) The adjustable door bins provide flexible storage space. The number of bins varies by using the basket dividers supplied. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 8 To change the location, rotate the divider in high...
... the basket as ice cream. Align the center of the divider with a Humidity Control. Adjustable Door Bins (some Upright models) Organize your freezer. This allows you to maintain a higher temperature than the rest of the freezer. Basket Divider (some Upright models) The adjustable door bins provide flexible storage space. The number of bins varies by using the basket dividers supplied. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 8 To change the location, rotate the divider in high...
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... sure to replace the drain plug and return the drain tube to catch the frost. then remove the drain plug and let the defrost water drain into a pan. On Chest models, replace the drain plug inside the cabinet and the cap on some models), remove the two Phillips-head screws and pull the grille away from the freezer. 9 On models without a defrost drain, place towels or newspapers on the front of frost. For Complete Defrosting 1 Turn the temperature control to...
... sure to replace the drain plug and return the drain tube to catch the frost. then remove the drain plug and let the defrost water drain into a pan. On Chest models, replace the drain plug inside the cabinet and the cap on some models), remove the two Phillips-head screws and pull the grille away from the freezer. 9 On models without a defrost drain, place towels or newspapers on the front of frost. For Complete Defrosting 1 Turn the temperature control to...
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...-on No-Frost models) You never have to avoid electrical hazard from power source when defrosting unit. We recommend that the freezer be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with water and wipe dry. DO NOT wash removable parts in the freezer will absorb stale freezer odors. An open box of the freezer. It has been pre-set at least once a year. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips...
...-on No-Frost models) You never have to avoid electrical hazard from power source when defrosting unit. We recommend that the freezer be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with water and wipe dry. DO NOT wash removable parts in the freezer will absorb stale freezer odors. An open box of the freezer. It has been pre-set at least once a year. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips...
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... replace the doors, reverse the order of the cabinet using a screwdriver, 5/16″ socket driver or wrench (depending on model). To Remove the Freezer Door (on model). 2 Remove the screws holding the hinge to ensure a secure assembly and prevent hinge slippage. 3 Remove the top hinge from the bottom hinge. Please have an authorized service technician remove the door. Lid Removal (on Chest models) See lid removal instructions on either lifting it off the lower hinge pin. Set...
... replace the doors, reverse the order of the cabinet using a screwdriver, 5/16″ socket driver or wrench (depending on model). To Remove the Freezer Door (on model). 2 Remove the screws holding the hinge to ensure a secure assembly and prevent hinge slippage. 3 Remove the top hinge from the bottom hinge. Please have an authorized service technician remove the door. Lid Removal (on Chest models) See lid removal instructions on either lifting it off the lower hinge pin. Set...
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... the door as soon as required. s If dry ice is not operating, it can cause freezing of direct sunlight. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Preparing for 24 hours provided warm air is recommended. s The freezer should not be located in van. In Case of the freezer. s Freezer shelves should be lined with blanket. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of Extended Power Failure s Keep freezer door/lid closed. Your freezer will keep food frozen...
... the door as soon as required. s If dry ice is not operating, it can cause freezing of direct sunlight. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Preparing for 24 hours provided warm air is recommended. s The freezer should not be located in van. In Case of the freezer. s Freezer shelves should be lined with blanket. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of Extended Power Failure s Keep freezer door/lid closed. Your freezer will keep food frozen...
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... uneven. Freezer Location Your freezer should be used to close and seal properly, DO NOT let food packages extend past the front of the freezer should be solidly positioned on Upright models) Legs at its entire length to lower Turn left open. Adjust the plastic leveling feet in a dry, well-ventilated room. If the place selected for the freezer is fully loaded. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 Be...
... uneven. Freezer Location Your freezer should be used to close and seal properly, DO NOT let food packages extend past the front of the freezer should be solidly positioned on Upright models) Legs at its entire length to lower Turn left open. Adjust the plastic leveling feet in a dry, well-ventilated room. If the place selected for the freezer is fully loaded. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 Be...
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.... Too frequent or too long door/lid openings. Temperature control set too cold. • Check to see if package is holding door/lid open . •See About the operation of the cabinet providing a consistent temperature throughout. s On No-Frost models, the sound of water dripping as the refrigeration system transfers heat from the evaporator and escapes to a temperature setting. • Push the plug completely into the outlet. •Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
.... Too frequent or too long door/lid openings. Temperature control set too cold. • Check to see if package is holding door/lid open . •See About the operation of the cabinet providing a consistent temperature throughout. s On No-Frost models, the sound of water dripping as the refrigeration system transfers heat from the evaporator and escapes to a temperature setting. • Push the plug completely into the outlet. •Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
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... compressor is holding door/lid open . causing cold air from inside the freezer to meet warm moist air from the outside of high humidity. • Check to see if package is on. Door may reduce vibration. •Adjust legs (on Upright models). The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is unplugged. Built-in OFF position. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Installation Instructions Problem Noisy operation or cabinet vibrates Freezer temperature too warm Foods defrosting Freezer temperature too cold Moisture forms on outside...
... compressor is holding door/lid open . causing cold air from inside the freezer to meet warm moist air from the outside of high humidity. • Check to see if package is on. Door may reduce vibration. •Adjust legs (on Upright models). The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is unplugged. Built-in OFF position. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Installation Instructions Problem Noisy operation or cabinet vibrates Freezer temperature too warm Foods defrosting Freezer temperature too cold Moisture forms on outside...
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... is normal. high-efficiency compressor. Moisture forms on contraction, as freezer continues to install the freezer. Odors in the freezer. • Clean interior with sponge, warm water and baking soda. • Cover the food tightly. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 16 Sound will level off or disappear as in hot water pipes. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you might hear the compressor running while it cools temperatures. When the surrounding noise level is normal. increases internal rate of the...
... is normal. high-efficiency compressor. Moisture forms on contraction, as freezer continues to install the freezer. Odors in the freezer. • Clean interior with sponge, warm water and baking soda. • Cover the food tightly. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 16 Sound will level off or disappear as in hot water pipes. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you might hear the compressor running while it cools temperatures. When the surrounding noise level is normal. increases internal rate of the...
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... Use Month Day GE Consumer & Industrial Appliances General Electric Company Louisville, KY 40225 ge.com Phone _ _ Year Number * Please provide your product is 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). 3 Read your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS. Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you require service...
... Use Month Day GE Consumer & Industrial Appliances General Electric Company Louisville, KY 40225 ge.com Phone _ _ Year Number * Please provide your product is 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). 3 Read your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS. Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you require service...
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... have serial number and model number available when calling for service. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of abnormally low electric power voltage or inadequate house wiring. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Freezer Warranty. s Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. s Product not accessible to state. Warrantor: General Electric Company. To schedule service, on the owner's premises. Staple your state's Attorney General. s Incidental or consequential damage caused by a GE Authorized Servicer is product repair...
... have serial number and model number available when calling for service. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of abnormally low electric power voltage or inadequate house wiring. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Freezer Warranty. s Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. s Product not accessible to state. Warrantor: General Electric Company. To schedule service, on the owner's premises. Staple your state's Attorney General. s Incidental or consequential damage caused by a GE Authorized Servicer is product repair...
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... year! Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be there after your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada, www.geappliances.ca, or write to qualified service personnel. In Canada: www.geappliances.ca, or call 1.800.561.3344 Real Life Design Studio ge.com GE supports the Universal...
... year! Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be there after your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada, www.geappliances.ca, or write to qualified service personnel. In Canada: www.geappliances.ca, or call 1.800.561.3344 Real Life Design Studio ge.com GE supports the Universal...
Quick Specs
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Manual Defrost Chest Freezer Features and Benefits • 19.7 cu. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Specification Created 4/07 311183 FCM20SU GE® 19.9 Cu. Capacity • Manual Defrost • 5 Lift-Out and Sliding Bulk Storage Baskets • Lock with Key • Interior Light • Power "On" Light • Commercial Rating • Adjustable Temperature Control • Defrost Water Drain • Model FCM20SUWW - White For answers to your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE® appliance questions, visit our website at ge.com...
Manual Defrost Chest Freezer Features and Benefits • 19.7 cu. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Specification Created 4/07 311183 FCM20SU GE® 19.9 Cu. Capacity • Manual Defrost • 5 Lift-Out and Sliding Bulk Storage Baskets • Lock with Key • Interior Light • Power "On" Light • Commercial Rating • Adjustable Temperature Control • Defrost Water Drain • Model FCM20SUWW - White For answers to your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE® appliance questions, visit our website at ge.com...
Energy Guide
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... will depend on your utility rates and use. • Cost range based only on models of similar capacity with Chest Type Manual Defrost , and • Estimated operating cost based on a 2007 national average electricity cost of this label before consumer purchase. U.S. EMERCI GUIDE Freezer Chest Type With Manual Defrost 216794401 General Electric FCM20DMWH FCM20DPWH FCM20DTWH FCM20SUWW Capacity: 19.9 Cubic Feet Estimated Yearly Operating Cost The Estimated Annual Energy Consumption of 10.65 cents...
... will depend on your utility rates and use. • Cost range based only on models of similar capacity with Chest Type Manual Defrost , and • Estimated operating cost based on a 2007 national average electricity cost of this label before consumer purchase. U.S. EMERCI GUIDE Freezer Chest Type With Manual Defrost 216794401 General Electric FCM20DMWH FCM20DPWH FCM20DTWH FCM20SUWW Capacity: 19.9 Cubic Feet Estimated Yearly Operating Cost The Estimated Annual Energy Consumption of 10.65 cents...