How to Flash-Defrost a Sears Chest Freezer

Sears chest-type freezers can accumulate frost buildup that makes it difficult to keep the freezer clean and takes up space inside the freezer. Each Sears chest freezer model is equipped with a flash defrost function that uses a built-in heater to quickly heat up the freezer to defrost it. Sears recommends defrosting the chest freezer once per year or more frequently if more than 1 inch of frost builds up on the interior walls.

Instructions

1. Remove the contents of the freezer. Place them in a cooler with ice or in another container where they can stay cold.

2. Press the flash defrost button to the "ON" position. This button is located on the temperature control panel inside the freezer.

3. Clean the freezer interior with baking soda and warm water after all frost has melted. Dry the freezer thoroughly.

4. Turn the flash defrost control to "OFF." Replace the items into the freezer after the interior has cooled down.

References

• "Sears Kenmore Chest Freezer Use & Care Guide"; Sears Roebuck and Co.; 2007