Whirlpool WZF79R20DW - User Manual

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SAFETY.................................................................................................1
INSTALLING YOUR FREEZER ...........................................................2
Unpacking..........................................................................................2
Location Requirements .....................................................................3
Electrical Requirements.....................................................................3
Water Supply Requirements .............................................................4
Connect the Water Supply ................................................................4
Remove and Replace the Handle......................................................5
Freezer Door ......................................................................................5
Freezer Leveling and Door Closing ...................................................6
OPERATING YOUR FREEZER............................................................7
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation .........................................................7
Using the Control...............................................................................7
Key Eject Lock...................................................................................8
Ice Maker ...........................................................................................8
Freezer Features................................................................................9
CARING FOR YOUR FREEZER..........................................................9
Cleaning Your Frost-Free Freezer.....................................................9
Changing the Light Bulb..................................................................10
Power Interruptions.........................................................................10
Moving Care ....................................................................................10
PROBLEM SOLVER...........................................................................11
Freezer Operation............................................................................11
Ice Production .................................................................................12
Ice Quality........................................................................................12
WARRANTY .......................................................................................13
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User Guide
Upright Freezer
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately
You
can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the
instructions are not followed.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
follow instructions.
DANGER
WARNING

Summary

Safety Information and Warnings

Safety Alert Symbols and Warnings

Explains the safety alert symbol, DANGER, and WARNING messages.

Installing Your Freezer

Unpacking and Packaging Removal

Instructions for unpacking the freezer and removing packaging materials safely.

Moving and Placement Guidelines

Tips for safely moving the freezer and required clearances for operation.

Location and Ventilation Requirements

Guidelines for choosing a suitable location, ensuring proper airflow, and temperature.

Electrical Requirements and Safety

Information on necessary electrical connections and hazards.

Water Supply Connection

Steps to connect the freezer to the cold water supply line and requirements.

Handle Removal and Replacement

Instructions for removing and reattaching the freezer handle.

Door Removal, Replacement, and Swing Reversal

Detailed steps for removing, replacing, or reversing the freezer door.

Freezer Leveling and Door Closing

How to level the freezer and ensure the door closes properly.

Proper Disposal of Old Freezer

Suffocation Hazard Warning

Warning about suffocation hazards from old freezer doors or lids.

Disposal and Refrigerant Information

Details on safe disposal practices and refrigerant handling.

Operating Your Freezer

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation

How to maintain proper airflow for efficient cooling.

Using the Temperature Control

How to operate the freezer's temperature control and settings.

Key Eject Lock Operation

Instructions for using the key lock to secure the freezer.

Ice Maker Operation

How to turn the ice maker on/off and notes on ice production.

Freezer Features Overview

Description of various freezer features like door bins and shelves.

Caring for Your Freezer

Cleaning Your Frost-Free Freezer

Instructions for cleaning the interior and exterior surfaces.

Changing the Light Bulb

Steps for safely replacing the freezer's interior light bulb.

Power Interruption Procedures

Guidance on how to handle power outages to preserve food.

Moving Care Instructions

Steps to prepare the freezer for moving to a new location.

Problem Solver

Freezer Operation Troubleshooting

Solutions for common freezer operation issues like not running or temperature problems.

Door Closing and Noise Issues

Troubleshooting for doors not closing properly or unusual sounds.

Ice Production Troubleshooting

Solutions for issues with the ice maker producing no or little ice.

Ice Quality Issues

Guidance on addressing problems with ice taste, odor, color, or texture.

Whirlpool Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage Details

Information on what is covered under the one-year limited warranty.

Exclusions from Warranty Coverage

Details on what is not covered by the appliance warranty.

Service and Contact Information

How to obtain warranty service and contact Whirlpool.

Whirlpool WZF79R20DW Specifications

General

Type	freestanding
Style	upright
Color	white
Total Capacity	20 cu. ft.
Defrost System	automatic
Quick Freeze	yes
Undercounter	no
Shelves Type	wire
Number of Shelves	4 full-width wire, adjustable
Number of Door Bins	2 adjustable half-width; 1 fixed full-width gallon; pizza pocket; 1 fixed ice cream compartment
Number of Baskets	2
Interior Light	yes; led
Ice Maker	optional
Child Lock	no
Voltage	115 volts
Current	20

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	29 1/8 inch
Width	33 1/4 inch