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Ideas for Saving Energy

Storing Food & Saving Energy

 • Locatethefreezerinthecoolestpartofthe

room, out of direct sunlight, and away from

heatingductsorregisters.Donotplacethe

freezer next to heat-producing appliances

such as a range, oven, or dishwasher. If this

is not possible, a section of cabinetry or an

added layer of insulation between the two

appliances will help the freezer operate

more efﬁciently.

 • Levelthefreezersothatthedoorcloses

tightly.

 • Refertothe“SETTINGTHETEMPERATURE

CONTROL”sectionforthesuggested

temperature control settings.

 • Donotovercrowdthefreezerorblockcold

airvents.Doingsocausesthefreezertorun

longer and use more energy.

 • Coverfoodsandwipecontainersdrybefore

placing them in the freezer. This cuts down

on moisture build-up inside the unit.

 • Organizethefreezertoreducedoor

openings. Remove as many items as needed

at one time and close the door as soon as

possible.

Vacation and Moving Tips

Short Vacations:

 • Leavethefreezeroperatingduringvacations

of less than three weeks.

Long Vacations:

If the freezer will not be used for several months:

 • Removeallfoodandunplugthepowercord.

 • Cleananddrytheinteriorthoroughly.

 • Leavethefreezerdooropenslightly,blocking

it open if necessary, to prevent odor and

mold growth.

Moving: When moving the freezer,

follow these guidelines to prevent

damage:

 • Disconnectthepowercordplugfromthewall

outlet.

 • Removefoods,thendefrost,andcleanthe

freezer.

 • Securealllooseitemssuchasbasepanel,

baskets, and shelves by taping them securely

in place to prevent damage.

- In the moving vehicle, secure freezer in an

uprightpositiontopreventmovement.Also

protect outside of freezer with a blanket, or