Insignia Freezer NSUZ14SS0 Owner Manual - NSUZ14WHO
Insignia Freezer NSUZ14SS0 Owner Manual - NSUZ14WHO
Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Grounding requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Touch pad controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Setting up your freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Before using your freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Finding a suitable location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Leveling your freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Providing a proper power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing the door handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using your freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Using the Lock button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Switching between Freezer and Refrigerator modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Quick Freezing foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Switching between Fahrenheit and Celsius. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Supported ambient temperature ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Maintaining your freezer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Storing your freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Storing your freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Moving your freezer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Tips on saving energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Understanding Alerts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
High Temp Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Door Open Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
How do I reset my freezer to factory defaults? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Fault indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia product. Your
NS-UZ14WH0, NS-UZ14WH0-C, NS-UZ14SS0, or NS-UZ14SS0-C represents the
state of the art in upright freezer design and is designed for reliable and
trouble-free performance.
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WARNING
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this appliance near water.
6 Clean only with a damp cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings.
8 Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
9 Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus that produce heat.
10 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
11 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
12 Do not attempt to modify or extend the power cord of this appliance.
13 Unplug this appliance during lightning storms or when it will not be used for
long periods of time.
14 Make sure that the available AC power matches the voltage requirements of
this appliance.
15 Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This could result in an electric shock.
16 Unplug the power cord by holding the plug, never by pulling the cord.
17 Do not turn the appliance on or off by plugging or unplugging the power
cord.
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18 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when
the appliance has been damaged in any way, such as the power-supply cord
or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
appliance, the appliance has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
19 To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain,
moisture, dripping, or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids should be
placed on top of it.
20 Do not use extension cords or ungrounded (two prong) adapters.
21 This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
22 Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
23 If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent, or similarly qualified person, in order to avoid a hazard.
24 Take off the doors and leave the shelves in place so that children may not
easily climb inside.
WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard
Failure to follow these instructions can result in electric shock, fire, or
death.
1 WARNING–Keep ventilation openings, in both the freezer and the built-in
structure, clear of obstruction.
2 WARNING–Do not touch the interior of the freezer with wet hands. This could
result in frost bite.
3 WARNING–Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the
defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
4 WARNING–Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
5 WARNING–Do not damage the refrigerant tubing when handling, moving, or
using the freezer.
6 WARNING–DANGER—Never allow children to play with, operate, or crawl
inside the freezer.
Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old freezer:
1) Take off the doors
2) Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside
7 Unplug the freezer before carrying out user maintenance on it.
8 This freezer can be used by children age eight years and older and persons
with reduced physical or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they are given supervision or instruction concerning the use of
the freezer in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children
should not play with the freezer. Cleaning and maintenance should not be
performed by children without supervision.
9 If a component part is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent, or similar qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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Features
Package contents
• 13.8 cubic foot upright freezer
• Door handle, screws, and hex wrench
• Quick Setup Guide
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Interior
Note: The illustrations shown in this user guide are only for reference. The
actual product may differ slightly.
Door tray
Glass shelf
Crispers
Leveling feet
(2 - bottom front)
Wheels
(2 - Bottom back)
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Temperature indicator
Quick freeze
button
Control Panel
Lock/Unlock button
Freezer/Fridge
mode button
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• Allow 7.9 inches (20 cm) of space between the sides of the freezer and the
walls, 3.9 inches (10 cm) between the back of the freezer and the wall, and 11.8
inches (30 cm) between the top of the freezer and the ceiling. This allows for
proper air ventilation. Adjust the feet to keep the freezer level.
• If you locate the freezer next to a fixed wall, allow sufficient space on the hinge
side for the door to swing open.
• Locate the freezer away from direct sunlight and sources of heat, such as a
stove, heater, or radiator. Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and
heat sources may increase electrical consumption. Extremely cold
temperatures may also prevent the freezer from performing properly.
• Avoid locating the freezer in moist areas, or in extremely hot or cold areas.
• Garage ready when set to Freezer Mode and in ambient temperatures of 0° to
110° F (-17.8° to 43.3° C)
Leveling your freezer
• It is very important for the freezer to be level. If the freezer is not leveled
during installation, the doors may not close or seal properly, causing cooling,
frost, or moisture problems.
• To level your freezer, rotate the leveling feet clockwise (to raise) the freezer or
counter-clockwise (to lower).
Note: Have someone push against the top of the freezer to help take some
weight off the leveling foot, making it easier to adjust.
Screw
Receptacle
3-prong plug Receptacle box cover Grounding adapter Receptacle box cover
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3 Loosen the hex screws on top and bottom of the handle with the hex wrench
(provided) so that you can fit the handle over the extended head screws in the
door.
4 Place the door handle over the heads of the screws, then tighten the hex
screws.
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The quick freeze mode turns off after three hours, if the temperature falls below
-13° F (-25° C). If the temperature does not fall below -13° F (-25° C), the quick
freeze mode turns off after 24 hours. You can press the button a second time to
exit quick freeze mode.
Switching between Fahrenheit and Celsius
1 Press and hold Lock for three seconds to unlock the control panel.
2 Press and hold +/- for three seconds to switch settings.
Supported ambient temperature ranges
FRIDGE MODE AMBIENT TEMP RANGE FREEZER MODE AMBIENT TEMP RANGE
37° F to 110° F (38° C to 43° C) 0° to 110° F (-17.8° to 43.3° C)
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Understanding Alerts
High Temp Alert
The freezer is having trouble maintaining a cold temperature. You will get this
alert if:
• FREEZER MODE: the inside temperature is over 18° F (-8° C) for 36 hours.
• FRIDGE MODE: If the inside temperature is over 59° F (15° C) for 36 hours.
The LED on control panel turns on and a beep sounds. If the temperature returns
to a normal range, the alert turns off. You can also press any button to turn it off.
Here are some possible causes:
• The room is too warm. For example, the freezer is in a garage in the summer
next to a car with a hot engine.
• The ventilation openings are blocked or dusty.
• There is too much frost build up.
• There are door seal gaps.
Door Open Alert
If the door is open for more than five minutes, the door open alert is activated a
buzzer sounds intermittently. Close the door to turn off the alert and check to
make sure that nothing is blocking the door, preventing it from closing. Also,
check to make sure that the freezer is level. An unlevel freezer may prevent the
door from closing properly.
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Troubleshooting
CAUTION: Do not try to repair your freezer yourself. Doing so invalidates the
warranty.
Fault indication
If a fault is detected, the display shows one of the following codes. If a fault is
indicated, call for service:
Fault code E2 E5 E7
Description Temperature sensor Defrost sensor fault Ambient Temperature
fault sensor fault
General
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
E2 appears on Temperature sensor Call for service.
the display failure.
E5 appears on Defrost sensor failure. Call for service.
the display
E7 appears on Ambient temperature Call for service.
the display sensor failure.
High Temp and See “Understanding Alerts” on page 13.
Door Open
alerts
The freezer The freezer is Make sure that the freezer is plugged in and
does not unplugged. that the plug is pushed completely into the
operate outlet.
The fuse on the circuit Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box
is blown or the circuit and replace the fuse or reset the circuit
breaker is tripped. breaker.
Power failure. If a power failure occurs, the freezer turns
off. Wait until the power is restored.
The freezer Food packages are Move the food packages or remove some
door does not interfering with the food.
close door.
completely
The door gaskets are Clean the door gaskets.
dirty.
The freezer may not Level the freezer.
be level.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
The The room temperature This is normal.
compressor is hotter than normal.
turns on and off
frequently. You have just added a Allow time for the new food to cool, then
large amount of food check again.
to the freezer.
The door is not closed Check the door gasket and food distribution
completely or was and make sure that the door closes
opened too often. completely.
The freezer has Allow time for the freezer to cool before
recently been adding food. Four hours are required for the
disconnected for a freezer to cool down completely.
period of time.
The thermostat was Set the thermostat to the correct setting.
not set correctly.
Control panel
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
The control panel The control panel is Press and hold the Lock button for three
is unresponsive locked. seconds to unlock the control panel.
I got an alert that The door is open. Close the door.
the door is open Make sure that nothing is blocking the
door.
Make sure that the freezer is level.
I got an alert that Warm foods may have Wait for the foods to cool.
the temperature recently been added to
is too high the freezer.
The temperature is set Adjust the temperature.
too high or too low.
The room that the Wait for the room temperature to drop.
freezer is located in is
too warm.
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Specifications
Dimensions (H × W × D) Outer (with handle): 24 × 11 × 11 5/8 in.
(61 × 27.9 × 29.5 cm)
Gross weight 178.6 lbs. (81 kg)
Power requirements 115V ~ 60Hz
Current 1.8A
Power Power consumption: 397 Kwh/year
Power cord length 65 in. (165 cm)
Garage ready Yes, when set to Freezer Mode and in ambient
temperatures of 0° to 110° F (-17.8° to 43.3° C)
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ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Definitions:
The Distributor* of Insignia branded products warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new
Insignia-branded product (“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the original
manufacturer of the material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of your
purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”).
For this warranty to apply, your Product must be purchased in the United States or Canada from a
Best Buy branded retail store or online at www.bestbuy.com or www.bestbuy.ca and is packaged
with this warranty statement.
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