About how quickly would this freeze a large block of ice?

Trick question. On a tangent as this is also important. Yes 32* is freezing but the quality and accuracy I have seen changes based on the make and models of mini freezers. Depending upon the real, actual temperature (not the marketing advertised) - as how well the doors stay shut and don’t leak cold air - and the “true” temperature of the machine as advertised degrees are not always correct… if anyone has this unit… have you all noticed any frozen items melt at all even a little bit? I have had mini freezers where they list the same specs but ice actually will melt; the last one had a compressor that worked so hard that it got very hot, which many of them do and so the marketed internal temp was not truly correct. Anyone with this model seen that -10* is not the case when using a thermometer or seeing ice melt at all?

Can I put this freezer on its side to store larger items like a sheet of cake?

If you lay the freezer on it's side, the compressor WILL NOT receive any oil and will burn up.

Sorry to be disgusting, but could I use this in my room to keep feeding mice/rats frozen??

I use this for storing frozen mice for my snakes. More hygienic (thus, less disgusting) than storing frozen feeder rodents (or raw poultry and other meat) with any of your family's foodstuffs that won't be cooked before they are eaten! The lack of an auto defrost feature is actually an advantage, since temperatures fluctuate little except when you are defrosting manually.

Is this a manual defrost unit?

Gosh, mine didn't build up very fast- I've had it for several months and just defrosted it recently. I was surprised at how fast and easy it was to defrost- I unplugged it, and after an hour or two (didn't time it), there wasn't much water pooled on the bottom but the sheets of ice just lifted off, I wiped it out, and I was done, very little work involved.

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❄️ Lock in freshness, unlock your space!

SLEEK SILENT - Modern black finish with recessed handle blends into any space while operating quietly at just 42 dB—freeze without the noise.
SPACE SAVVY CHILL - Perfectly sized 3 cu. ft. freezer fits seamlessly in kitchens, offices, or garages without cramping your style.
LOCKDOWN FRESHNESS - Keep your frozen essentials safe and sound with a built-in cylinder lock and two keys—because your food deserves VIP treatment.
CONSISTENT COOL CONTROL - Mechanical thermostat ranges from -11°F to 10.4°F, ensuring your frozen goods stay perfectly preserved every time.
FLEXIBLE STORAGE ZERO HASSLE - Removable slide-out wire shelf lets you customize storage for everything from ice cream to breast milk with ease.

The Whynter CUF-301BK is a sleek, Energy Star rated 3 cu. ft. upright freezer designed for small spaces. Featuring a secure lock, adjustable mechanical thermostat, and removable wire shelf, it offers flexible, efficient freezing with a modern black finish and quiet 42 dB operation—ideal for kitchens, offices, garages, or basements.

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Manufacturer	Whynter Small Appliances
Part Number	CUF-301BK
Item Weight	57 pounds
Product Dimensions	21 x 19.5 x 33.5 inches
Item model number	CUF-301BK
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Size	3 Cubic Feet
Color	Black
Style	Freezer
Material	Steel
Pattern	Freezer
Voltage	115 Volts
Wattage	100 watts
Installation Method	Freestanding
Item Package Quantity	1
Number Of Pieces	1
Sound Level	42 dB
Certification	ADA, UL
Special Features	Manual
Included Components	Freezer, instructions
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Warranty Description	One Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty

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