288-W - 391-W - 479-W
700967 - 700968 - 700969
Bartscher GmbH
Franz-Kleine-Str. 28
D-33154 Salzkotten
Germany
Phone: +49 5258 971-0
Fax: +49 5258 971-120
Technical Support Hotline: +49 5258 971-197
www.bartscher.com
Version: 1.0
Date of preparation: 2024-07-09
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Original instruction manual
1 Safety ............................................................................................................ 2
1.1 Explanation of Signal Words .................................................................... 2
1.2 Safety instructions.................................................................................... 3
1.3 Intended Use ........................................................................................... 6
1.4 Unintended Use ....................................................................................... 6
2 General information ....................................................................................... 7
2.1 Liability and Warranty .............................................................................. 7
2.2 Copyright Protection ................................................................................ 7
2.3 Declaration of Conformity ........................................................................ 7
3 Transport, Packaging and Storage ................................................................ 8
3.1 Delivery Check ......................................................................................... 8
3.2 Packaging ................................................................................................ 8
3.3 Storage .................................................................................................... 8
4 Technical Data ............................................................................................... 9
4.1 Technical Specifications .......................................................................... 9
4.2 Functions of the Appliance ..................................................................... 11
4.3 List of Components of the Appliance ..................................................... 12
5 Installation and operation ............................................................................ 14
5.1 Installation .............................................................................................. 14
5.2 Operation ............................................................................................... 15
6 Cleaning and Maintenance .......................................................................... 22
6.1 Safety Instructions for Cleaning ............................................................. 22
6.2 Cleaning ................................................................................................. 22
6.3 Maintenance .......................................................................................... 25
7 Possible Malfunctions .................................................................................. 26
8 Disposal ....................................................................................................... 28
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Diese Bedienungsanleitung beschreibt di e Installation, Bedienung und Wartung des Geräts und gilt als wichtige Inform ationsquelle und Nachschlagewerk. Di e Kenntnis aller enthaltenen Sicherh eitshinweise und Handlungsanweisunge n schafft die Voraussetzung für d as sichere und sachgerechte Ar beiten mit dem Gerät. Darüber hinaus müs sen die für den Einsatzbereich des Geräts geltenden örtlichen Unfallv erhütungsvorschriften und allgemeine n Sicherheitsbestimmungen eingehalt en werden. Diese Bedienungsanleitung is t Bestandteil des Produkts und muss in unmittelbarer Nähe des Ger äts für das In¬stallations-, Bedienu ngs-, Wartungs- und Reinigungspers onal jederzeit zugänglich auf¬bewahrt werd en. Wenn das Gerät an eine dritt e Person
weitergegeben wird, muss die Bedienungsa nleitung mit ausgehändigt werden.
Read this instruction manual before using and keep it available
at all times!
This instruction manual contains information about installation, operation and
maintenance of the appliance and constitutes an important source of information
and reference guide. The knowledge of all operational and safety instructions
included in this manual is a prerequisite for safe and proper handling of the
appliance. Additionally, accident prevention, occupational health and safety, and
legal regulations in force in the area the appliance is used apply.
Before you start using the appliance, especially before turning it on, read this
instruction manual in order to avoid personal injuries and property damages.
Improper use may cause damage.
This instruction manual forms and integral part of the product and must be stored in
an immediate vicinity of the appliance and be available at all times. The instruction
manual should be transferred together with the appliance.
1 Safety
This appliance has been manufactured in accordance with technical standards
currently in force. However, the appliance may be a source of hazards if used
improperly or contrary to its intended purpose. All persons using the appliance must
consider information included in this instruction manual and observe safety
instructions.
1.1 Explanation of Signal Words
Important safety instructions and warning information are indicated in this
instruction manual with appropriate signal words. You must strictly follow the
instructions, to prevent accidents, personal injuries and property damages.
DANGER!
The signal word DANGER warns against hazards that lead to severe
injuries or death if the hazards are not avoided.
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WARNING!
The signal word WARNING warns against hazards that may lead to
moderate or severe injuries or death if the hazards are not avoided.
CAUTION!
The signal word CAUTION warns against hazards that may lead to
light or moderate injuries if the hazards are not avoided.
, die
IMPORTANT!
The signal word IMPORTANT indicates possible property damages,
which may occur if safety instructions are not observed.
NOTE!
The symbol NOTE indicates subsequent information and guidelines
for the user on usage of the appliance.
1.2 Safety instructions
Electrical Current
• Too high a mains voltage or incorrect installation may cause electric shock.
• The appliance may be connected only if data on the rating plate correspond with
the mains voltage.
• To avoid short-circuit, the appliance should be kept dry.
• If there are malfunctions during operation, disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
• Do not touch the appliance’s plug with wet hands.
• Never take hold of the appliance if it has fallen into water. Immediately
disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
• Any repairs or housing opening may be carried out by professionals and
relevant workshops only.
• Do not transport the appliance, holding it by the power cord.
• Do not allow the power cord to come into contact with heat sources or sharp
edges.
• Do not bend, pinch nor knot the power cord.
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• Always completely unwind the power cord.
• Never place the appliance or other objects on the power cord.
• Always take hold of the plug to disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
• Check the power cord regularly for damage. Do not use the appliance if the
power cord is damaged. If this cable is damaged, it must be replaced by
customer service or a qualified electrician in order to avoid dangers.
Incorrect operation of the appliance m ay cause fire or explosion hazard due to igniti on of its content.
Fire hazard / flammable materials hazard / explosion hazard!
• Do not use any electric devices in the appliance.
• Do not store nor use petrol or other flammable liquids and gases in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance. Those gases may cause fire or explosion hazard.
• Do not put into the appliance any explosive materials, like sprays filled with
flammable propellants. Contents of containers filled with flammable gases and
liquids may leak in low temperatures, and the contents may catch fire from
sparks generated by an electric appliance. Explosion hazard!
• In the case of coolant leakage, pull the plug from the socket. Remove all
sources of ignition in the vicinity, ventilate room and contact technical service.
Avoid coolant getting in contact with eyes, as it may cause serious eye damage.
• Never use any flammable liquids for cleaning the appliance or its parts. Gases
released may cause fire or explosion hazard.
• In the case of fire, disconnect the appliance from the power supply before
attempting adequate fire-extinguishing actions.
• Never attempt to extinguish fire with water if the appliance is connected to the
power supply. Following extinction of fire, ensure sufficient fresh air inflow.
• Defrosting process may not be sped up with mechanical means or heat energy
sources (candles or heaters) nor with any other means. Vapour produced may
cause short-circuit and too high temperatures may damage the appliance.
• All ventilation slots should not be obstructed during operation.
• Never attempt to damage cooling installation of the appliance.
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Operating Personnel
• The appliance may only be operated by qualified personnel and trained
specialist personnel.
• This appliance may not be operated by persons (including children) with limited
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, nor by persons with limited experience
and/or limited knowledge.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they are not playing with or
switching on the appliance.
Improper Use
• Unintended or prohibited use may cause damage to the appliance.
• The appliance may only be used when its technical condition is flawless and
allows for safe operation.
• The appliance may only be used when all connections are executed according
to rules of law in force.
• The appliance may only be used when it is clean.
• Use only original spare parts. Never attempt to repair the appliance on your own.
• Do not introduce any changes in the appliance nor modify it.
• Do not drill hole in the appliance nor install any objects on it.
• Do not place any heavy objects on the appliance.
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1.3 Intended Use
As described below, every use of the appliance for a purpose differing and/or
diverging from its intended standard use, is prohibited and considered to be an
unintended use.
The following is an intended use:
– Freezing and storage of deep-frozen food products.
The appliance is intended for operation in maximum ambient temperature of 30°C
and relative humidity of 55%.
1.4 Unintended Use
An unintended use may lead to personal injuries or property damages caused by
hazardous voltage, fire or high temperature. The appliance may only be used to
perform tasks described in this instruction manual.
The following is an unintended use:
– Storing flammable or explosive objects and liquids, such as ether,
petroleum or adhesives;
– Storing explosive materials, like sprays filled with flammable propellants;
– Storing pharmaceutical products or preserved blood.
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2 General information
2.1 Liability and Warranty
All information and instructions in this instruction manual account for legal
regulations in force, current level of technical engineering knowledge as well as our
expertise and experience, developed over the years. If special models or additional
options are ordered, or state-of-the-art technical solutions were implemented, the
actual scope of delivery of the appliance may, in some circumstances, differ from
descriptions and numerous drawings in this instruction manual.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damages nor faults stemming from:
– failure to observe instructions,
– unintended use,
– technical alterations introduced by the user,
– usage of unapproved spare parts.
We reserve the right to introduce technical modifications to the product, intended for
improvement of the appliance and its performance.
The warranty period for this appliance is 24 months, counted from the purchase
date.
2.2 Copyright Protection
This instruction manual, and texts, drawings and images included in it, as well as its
other components are copyright protected. It is prohibited to reproduce this
instruction manual (including its excerpts), in any form and by any means, and to
use and/or transfer its content to third parties without manufacturer’s written
permission. Violation of the above results in obligation to pay compensation. We
reserve the right to claim further damages.
2.3 Declaration of Conformity
The appliance meets the currently applicable standards and guidelines of the
European Union. We confirm the above in the EC Declaration of Conformity. We
may provide relevant Declaration of Conformity upon request.
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3 Transport, Packaging and Storage
3.1 Delivery Check
Immediately upon reception, check the delivery for completeness and possible
shipping damage. In the case of visible transport damage refuse to accept the
appliance or accept it conditionally. Mark and note the scope of damage in shipping
documents/consignment list of the shipping company and lodge a complaint.
Concealed damage must be reported immediately upon its discovery, as
compensation claims may only be filed within applicable time limits.
If you find that parts or accessories missing, please contact our Customer Service
Department.
3.2 Packaging
Do not dispose of the appliance cardboard box. It may be used to store the
appliance when relocating or when shipping the appliance to our service point in the
case of any damages.
The packaging and its elements are made of recyclable materials. Particularly,
these are: plastic films and bags, cardboard box.
When disposing of the packaging, observe applicable domestic regulations.
Recyclable packaging materials should be recycled.
3.3 Storage
Leave the packaging closed until installation of the appliance; observe external
indications concerning method of placing and storage. Store the packaging in the
following conditions only:
– in closed rooms;
– in dry and dust-free surrounding;
– away from aggressive agents;
– in a location protected against sunlight;
– in a location protected against mechanical shocks.
In the case of extended storage (over three months), make sure you check the
condition of the packaging and the parts regularly. If needed, replace the packaging
with a new one.
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4 Technical Data
4.1 Technical Specifications
Version / Characteristics 700967| 700968| 700969
• Cooling: static
• Temperature control: thermostatic, stepless
• Control: rotary control knob
• Thermostat
• Temperature range: up to -18°C
• Climate class: C1
• GWP index: 3
• Ambient temperature: up to 30°C
• Indicator light:
– ON/OFF
– cooling
– warning light
• Insulation: cyclopentane, 60 mm
• Partition:
– individually adjustable
– material: plastic
• Number of doors: 1
• Door type: lifting door
• Door hinge: top side, without the possibility for door hinge to be changed
• Lockable
• The set includes:
– Partition – 1 item
– 3 | 5 | 6 baskets (depending on the model)
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Name:
Chest freezer 288-W
Art. No.:
700967
Material:
plastic | steel, painted
Inner material:
aluminium, coated
Volume, in L:
288
Usable volume, in L:
275
Internal dimensions (W x D x H), in mm:
890 x 510 x 675
Number of baskets:
3
Basket dimensions (W x D x H), in mm:
225 x 550 x 230
Coolant/amount in kg:
R600a / 0,070
Energy efficiency class:
B (EU Nr. 2019 / 2018)
Energy consumption, in kWh/year:
340
Power load:
0,13 kW | 230 V | 50 Hz
Dimensions (W x D x H), in mm:
1015 x 720 x 845
Weight, in kg:
43,4
Name:
Chest freezer 391-W
Art. No.:
700968
Material:
plastic | steel, painted
Inner material:
aluminium, coated
Volume, in L:
391
Usable volume, in L:
373
Internal dimensions (W x D x H), in mm:
1180 x 510 x 675
Number of baskets:
5
Basket dimensions (W x D x H), in mm:
225 x 550 x 230
Coolant/amount in kg:
R600a / 0,090
Energy efficiency class:
B (EU Nr. 2019 / 2018)
Energy consumption, in kWh/year:
409
Power load:
0,13 kW | 230 V | 50 Hz
Dimensions (W x D x H), in mm:
1305 x 720 x 845
Weight, in kg:
68,0
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Name:
Chest freezer 479-W
Art. No.:
700969
Material:
plastic | steel, painted
Inner material:
aluminium, coated
Volume, in L:
479
Usable volume, in L:
458
Internal dimensions (W x D x H), in mm:
1430 x 510 x 675
Number of baskets:
6
Basket dimensions (W x D x H), in mm:
225 x 550 x 230
Coolant/amount in kg:
R600a / 0,095
Energy efficiency class:
B (EU Nr. 2019 / 2018)
Energy consumption, in kWh/year:
469
Power load:
0,14 kW | 230 V | 50 Hz
Dimensions (W x D x H), in mm:
1555 x 720 x 845
Weight, in kg:
76,0
We reserve the right to implement technical modifications.
More information on the appliance is available in our website www.bartscher.com
or, pursuant to the Regulation (EU) 2019/2018, in our product data base at
https://energy-label.ec.europa.eu/. Enter article number for a given model.
4.2 Functions of the Appliance
Fresh food products can be frozen and stored in the appliance in appropriate
temperatures, whereas frozen food may be stored long-term.
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4.3 List of Components of the Appliance
Fig. 1
1. Lid handle
2. Lid
3. Partition
4. Lock
5. Technical partition mesh cover
6. Control elements
7. Drain plug
8. Feet (4x)
9. Housing
10. Appliance interior
11. Hanging Basket (3x | 5x| 6x)
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Control elements / indicator lights
Fig. 2
1
Quick freeze button (orange)
When this button is pressed, the indicator light comes on. The appliance
operates with maximum efficiency (the compressor is working continuously).
When the indicator light is on, automatic temperature adjustment is turned
off.
2
Operation indicator light (green)
This indicator light indicates that the device is connected to the power
supply, and is turned on.
3
Temperature — warning indicator light (red)
If warning indicator light comes on it means that the temperature inside the
appliance has not reached the set value. As soon as the temperature is
reached, the warning indicator light goes off.
4
Temperature — rotary control knob
With the use of a coin, you can set the temperature from level 1 (highest
temperature) to level 7 (lowest temperature) with the use of rotary control
knob.
5
Analogue temperature display
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5 Installation and operation
5.1 Installation
Unpacking / Positioning
• Unpack the appliance, remove all external and internal packaging elements and
shipment safeguards.
CAUTION!
Choking hazard!
Prevent children from accessing package materials, for instance: plastic
bags and EPS.
• If the appliance is covered with a protective film, remove it. Remove the film
slowly, so no glue residues are left. Remove any glue residues with the use of a
suitable solvent.
• Be careful not to damage the rating plate and warning labels fixed on the
appliance.
• Never place the appliance in humid or wet environment.
• Place the appliance in a way making the connections easily accessible, so that
they may be quickly disconnected if such a need arises.
• The appliance should be placed on surfaces that are:
– even, with sufficient bearing capacity, resistant to water, dry and resistant
to high temperatures;
– sufficiently large, and thus enabling usage of the appliance with no
problems;
– easily accessible;
– well ventilated.
• Die Öffnungen am Gerät niemals abdeck en oder blockieren.
• Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight or in the vicinity of heat sources
(cooker, radiator, heating devices, etc.). Heat sources may negatively affect
power consumption, and restrict functions of the appliance, too.
• Place the appliance so that sufficient air circulation is ensured.
• In order to avoid damage to the compressor, do not tilt the appliance more than
45° when positioning or transporting it.
• If the appliance is to be relocated, follow the instructions below:
– switch the appliance off;
– disconnect the plug from the socket;
– take out contents of the appliance;
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– tape firmly all loose elements in the internal chamber and tape the door;
– the appliance may only be transported in vertical position.
Power supply connection
• Verify if technical data of the appliance (see rating plate) correspond with the
local electric power grid specification.
• Connect the appliance to a single, properly grounded mains socket with
protective contact. Do not connect the appliance to a multi-socket.
• The power cord should be laid in a way preventing anyone from threading on it
or tripping against it.
• Prior to first use, the appliance should be installed and left standing upright for at
least 2 hours, before it is connected to power supply.
• After a power failure or when the plug is removed from the socket, do not
reconnect the appliance to power supply for at least 5 minutes.
5.2 Operation
Preparation of the appliance
1. Before the first use, clean the appliance and its accessories observing the
instructions in section 6 'Cleaning'.
2. To end with, dry the appliance and accessories thoroughly.
3. If needed, insert the partition inside the appliance.
4. If needed, hang the baskets at the required position inside the internal chamber
of the appliance.
5. Close the device lid.
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Starting the appliance
1. Close the device lid.
2. Plug the device into a suitable single socket.
3. Use the temperature control knob to select the required temperature within the
range from 1 (highest temperature) to 7 (lowest temperature).
The appliance will be chilled to the set temperature.
The temperature display shows current temperature inside the chest freezer.
4. Fresh or already frozen foods should be placed inside the appliance after the set
temperature has been reached or the red warning indicator light has gone off.
Please observe the instructions in chapter 'Freezing food in a chest freezer'.
NOTE!
In order to make full use of the device's performance and to store food
healthily, sufficient space must be left between the lid and the food to be
stored.
When loading the appliance, care should be taken not to exceed the loading line
indicated on the internal chamber wall .
Freezing of food products in the chest freezer
• Deep-freeze only food products that are suitable to this end and withhold low
temperatures well.
• Deep-freeze only fresh food products.
• A suitable packaging should be selected for each food product and the product
should be packed well. The packaging must be air-tight and impervious to water,
as this could cause the frozen product to dry. Plastic films and bags should soft
and smooth, so that they stick to the contents well. Do not place in the chest
freezer the food items that have not been packed.
• Never freeze again any thawed or partially thawed products. Such products
should be processed and consumed within maximum of 24 hours.
• Observe proper indications of the manufacturers as to the freezing of given food
products.
• It is best to freeze products in small portions and thaw them one by one. This
caters for fast and uniform freezing and thawing.
• When freezing larger amounts of fresh food products, the temperature in the
appliance may rise temporarily. This does not affect the already stored food
products.
• Do not place bottles filled with liquids in the appliance. Freezing liquids increase
their volumes and may cause bottles to crack.
• Avoid opening of doors during the freezing process.
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• The items for freezing should be described as follows:
– name of the product (eg. beef steak)
– weight of the portion
– quantity (number of pieces)
– freezing date
– use by date.
• Use popular labels to describe the frozen food items.
How to proceed:
1. It is recommended to place fresh food items on the bottom of the freezer where
there is the lowest temperature.
2. Avoid contact of fresh food items with those already frozen. Frozen food may
start thawing and the use by date may not be met.
3. Within 24 hours, place only the amount of fresh food that is recommended for
the device.
4. After 24 hours, move the frozen food items from the bottom of the freezer to the
baskets, and place new items for freezing on the bottom of the freezer if
needed.
5. Set the relevant temperature to avoid unnecessary energy consumption.
6. In the case of no power supply or technical failure, avoid opening of the lid. It will
delay the temperature increase inside the device.
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Preparation, freezing and storage of different food products
MEAT
Sausages and other meat products to be frozen should be skimmed and rested
beforehand.
Preparation: Packages less than 10-11 cm thick are easier to arrange and store.
Please be careful not to punch the freezing bags with meat bones. Otherwise the
meat will dry out and lose its flavour.
Packaging: Pack carefully in food foil or a foil bag.
Storage time: Lamb: 8 months; pork: 6–10 months.
CAUTION!
Meat must not be frozen again after defrosting!
Preparation: Prepare just like fresh meat.
To prepare tender meat, the meat from freshly slaughtered animals needs to rest
for some time. Ask your butcher, for how long has the meat been resting
beforehand.
POULTRY AND GAME MEAT
Poultry (chicken, goose, duck etc.) and game meat (hare, deer, roe deer, wild boar
etc.) can be frozen.
Preparation: Poultry must first be thoroughly washed, and then stored for one day
in a fridge, before it is frozen. Pack small pieces as a whole, portion larger pieces
and pack.
Game meat should be portioned as required 24 hours after the slaughter. Fat
containing meat can be stored for 3 months, while skimmed meat can be stored for
12 months.
Packaging: Use food or aluminium foil
Storage time: Duck: 2–4 months; hen, chicken: 7–9 months; goose, hare: 9–12
months.
FISH
Purchased fish may not be too fresh. It is assumed that only freshly caught fish is
fresh.
Preparation: Fish intended for stewing or frying must be thoroughly washed after
cleaning. Fish weighing over 1 kg must be cut into smaller pieces. Prepared fish is
frozen on foil for 1 to 2 hours, and then the frozen fish should be immersed in salty
water. In case of fatty fish, add approximately 5 g of citric acid to the water.
Packaging: Tightly wrap the fish in food foil or preferably in aluminium foil.
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Storage time: It is shorter for fatty fish than for lean fish. Lean fish: 4–8 months,
fatty fish: 2 months; shellfish: 2–6 months.
VEGETABLES
All cooked and blanched (steamed) vegetables can be frozen.
Inappropriate vegetables: Endive, watercress, radish, onion.
Preparation: Thoroughly wash the vegetables, cut into small pieces and blanch
(steam).
Shock cooling:
To keep the colour, taste, aroma and vitamins in vegetables, they should be
blanched and shock cooled. To do this you will need a pot with approximately 7–8
litres of boiling water and a sieve.
Place the prepared vegetables in a sieve (max. 0.5 kg), and immerse in boiling
water (while immersing the sieve, the water must be boiling). Place the lid on the
pot. Leave the vegetables in the water for 2–3 minutes, and bring the water to a boil
again. Take the sieve out, and place the sieve with the vegetables under the stream
of cold water. Drain the water and freeze the vegetables.
Hint: You can reuse the boiling water.
Packaging: Vegetables can be packed in foil bags. The packagings should be
small to save space. Spinach and similar vegetables can be frozen and kept in
plastic containers. Single portion should not exceed 1 kg.
Preparation of frozen and defrosted vegetables: frozen vegetables should be
cooked in water or fried in fat (oil). Defrosted vegetables must be used (processed)
at once. Thermal processing time of frozen vegetables is by 1/3 shorter than of
fresh vegetables.
FRUIT
Freeze only ripe (not too ripe) fruit. Fruit like apples and pears must be first
prepared or sterilized with the use of shock method. Frozen fruit can be used for
preparation of compotes, jellies, jams or as an additive to pastries. Fruit can be
frozen with or without added sugar. Fruit in syrup keep their flavour and aroma also
after freezing.
Preparation depending on the intended use:
Compote, jelly, jam: frozen fruit can be used as usually after defrosting.
Layer cakes: Before use, the fruit must be completely defrosted.
Bundt cake, pastry: Fruit can be frozen without sugar. Fruit must be completely
defrosted at room temperature. Then add the defrosted fruit to the cake, following
the recipe, sprinkle with sugar and bake.
Packaging: Fruit without syrup should be stored in foil bags, and fruit with syrup
should be stored in plastic containers.
Storage time: Apricot, fruit jelly: 4–6 months, all other kinds of fruit: 8–12 months.
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DAIRY PRODUCTS, EGGS
Dairy and fatty products (sour cream, cream and mayonnaise) are not suitable for
freezing.
Eggs should not be frozen in eggshells (they will break). Separate yolk and white,
mix well and freeze. To prevent the yolk or the mixture from thickening, add a pinch
of salt or sugar.
Packaging: Keep eggs (without eggshells) in plastic containers.
BAKERY PRODUCTS (bread, bundt cake, pastry)
Baked layer cakes, cakes, bundt cakes, and raw batter/dough can be frozen.
Cakes can be frozen to keep them fresh. Other (defrosted) cakes can be frozen
again. Cake must be carefully packed after freezing.
Packaging: Baked cakes should be packed in aluminium foil. It is best to keep
bundt cakes in plastic containers. Food foil is suitable for raw batter/dough; if
packed in aluminium foil, it may be difficult to take out.
Storage time: bread, cookies: 3–6 months, other cakes: 1–3 months.
Defrosting: If defrosted cakes (eg. bundt cake) are baked in aluminium foil for 5-10
minutes at temperature 150°C–200°C, they are even fresher and keep their aroma.
MEALS
The taste of some spices (anise, basil, fennel, vinegar, spice mixture, ginger, garlic,
pepper, marjoram, black pepper, bell pepper (red), mustard, thyme, vanilla, onion)
changes after freezing. Therefore, when cooking meals intended for freezing you
should not add too much spices. You can add spices to the meal after defrosting.
Packaging: Liquid meals can be put in plastic containers, and other meals can be
packed in food foil or foil bags.
Storage time: Storage time depends on the contents of fat or oil used during food
preparation. Margarine, olive oil and butter are suitable for freezing; groundnut oil
and pork fat are not suitable for freezing.
Confectionery made of milk and cakes: 1–3 months; meals made of potatoes and
stewed: 2–3 months.
artially or fully thawed food products shoul d be immediately used. Low temperatur e preserves food products, but it does n ot eradicate micro-organisms. Th ey reactivate at an accelerated pace and food products turn rapidly. Partial th awing reduces the nutritional v alue of food products, especially the nutri tional value of fruits and vegetables, as well as ready-made meals.
Storage of deep-frozen food products in the chest freezer
• Observe instructions for storage of food products indicated on their packages. If
there are no indications, a food product should not remain in a frozen state for
more than 3 months from the purchase date.
• The packages of food products frozen in the process of their manufacturing
feature storage deadlines and temperatures. It is recommended to follow
manufacturer's indications for storage and usage.
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• Select only properly packed food products, provided with full data and store
them in deep freezers in the temperature of -18°C or below.
• When buying deep-frozen food products, transport them in suitable containers to
avoid thawing and refreezing. As soon as possible, place such products in a
deep freezer.
• Do not buy icy products, as icing denotes that they have already been partially
thawed a couple of times.
• Protect food products against thawing and refreezing, as temperature rise
shortens their storage period and deteriorates their quality.
• Partially or fully thawed food products should be immediately used. Low
temperature preserves food products, but it does not eradicate micro-organisms.
They reactivate at an accelerated pace and food products turn rapidly. Partial
thawing reduces the nutritional value of food products, especially the nutritional
value of fruits and vegetables, as well as ready-made meals.
• If the package is damaged or unnaturally bulged, it is likely that the food product
has been stored improperly and that it is spoiled.
Switching the appliance off
1. After use, disconnect the appliance from the socket (pull the plug out).
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6 Cleaning and Maintenance
6.1 Safety Instructions for Cleaning
• Before cleaning, disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
• Leave the appliance to cool down completely.
• Make sure water does not enter the appliance. Do not immerse the appliance in
water or other liquids during cleaning. Do not clean the appliance with a
pressurized water jet.
• Do not use any sharp or pointed, nor metal implements (knife, fork, etc.). Sharp
or pointed implements may damage the appliance, and when in contact with live
parts, they may cause electric shock.
• For cleaning, do not use any scouring agents that contain solvents nor corrosive
cleaning agents. They may damage the surface.
6.2 Cleaning
ATTENTION!
Never use hot water to clean the appliance.
Never use aggressive cleaning agents, e.g. scouring powder, alcohol
containing cleaning agents or alkaline cleaning agents, solvents, benzine,
that might damage the surface of the device.
1. Clean the appliance regularly.
2. Clean the external surfaces of the appliance with a soft, damp cloth and mild
cleaning agent.
3. Regularly remove dust and fibres from the rear wall of the appliance with a soft
brush or dust brush.
4. Clean the door seal with a soft cloth soaked in warm water, without using
detergent. After cleaning dry it well.
5. The layers of ice and frost that form on the inner walls of the freezer, when they
reach a certain level, act as insulation and impair the ability of the inner walls to
pass off cold. The layers of ice and frost need to be removed from time to time.
To remove ice and frost, use a scraper without sharp edges, preferably made of
plastic or wood. Put a cloth on frozen foods to catch the scraped ice, then it is
easy to remove.
6. If the appliance will not be used for an extended period of time, leave it open to
avoid formation of smells inside.
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Defrosting
With normal use (3-4 lid openings per day), the freezer needs to be defrosted one
to two times a year (more often in other cases).
We recommend defrosting the appliance when the ice layer is 5–6 cm thick.
NOTE!
Never use electrical appliances such as a hair dryer, heat blower, etc., or
an open flame to defrost the appliance. The inner plastic chamber could
melt and the escaping gas of the foaming agent could ignite from sparks
or open flames.
1. Before defrosting disconnect the device from the power supply (pull the plug
out!).
2. Prepare a suitable container (carrying container or laundry basket).
3. Dry hands thoroughly to avoid skin damage when handling frozen products. It is
best to use gloves to remove frozen products.
4. Remove all frozen products from the freezer, wrap well in newspaper paper and
put in the container. Leave the container in a cool, dry room. Wrap the container
with a thick, woollen blanket.
5. Carefully scrap the thickest layer of ice from the inner walls of the freezer, as
described above.
6. To remove water from the defrosting process from the internal compartment,
perform the following steps:
– take out the partition, by pulling it upwards (Fig. A);
– place the partition under the drain plug (Fig. C), to collect water produced
during defrosting;
– turn the drain plug 90° counter-clockwise and pull it out 2–3 cm (Fig. B).
Leave the drain plug in this position for the entire defrosting process;
– open the plug inside the chest freezer (Fig. D).
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7. Once the defrosting water has drained into the collection tray, the inner
compartment of the freezer should be thoroughly cleaned using warm water and
a little vinegar.
8. Wipe with a cloth and clean water.
9. Finally, dry the inner chamber thoroughly with a lint-free cloth and let it air out for
3-4 minutes.
HINT!
To prevent the frozen products taken out of the freezer from defrosting,
the defrosting process should be carried out as efficiently as possible.
10. Remove the water from defrosting.
11. Rinse the partition with warm water, using gentle washing agent and a soft cloth.
Rinse the partition with fresh water. Then dry it thoroughly.
12. Put the plug back inside the chest freezer.
13. Push back the drain plug at the front of the appliance.
14. Insert the partition into the appliance.
15. If needed, hang the baskets at the required position inside the internal chamber
of the appliance.
16. Close the device lid.
17. Plug the appliance into an appropriate socket.
18. Set the temperature control knob to the highest setting (level 7).
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19. As soon as the set temperature inside the chest freezer or the baskets is
reached, put the frozen products back in.
20. Arrange the frozen products with the shortest storage period on top.
21. Once the red indicator light goes off, set the temperature as appropriate
considering the amount of stored products.
6.3 Maintenance
The following operations should be regularly performed by a qualified specialist:
– cleaning the condenser with suitable tools (vacuum cleaner or soft
brush);
– checking of electrical connections;
– checking of the thermostat and the sensor;
– checking of door and door seal.
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7 Possible Malfunctions
Mögliche
The table below contains descriptions of possible causes and solutions to
malfunctions or errors during operation of the appliance. When malfunction cannot
be removed, contact the technical service.
In such a case, provide article number, model name and serial number. These data
may be found in the rating plate.
Error
Possible cause
Solution
No functions
available
The green
operational control
light is not working
Plug not connected properly
Remove the plug and insert it
properly into a socket
Electric power supply safety
fuse damaged
Check the fuse, connect the
appliance to another socket
and check it
No power supply
Check the electric power
supply
Damaged socket
Connect the appliance to
another socket and check it
The appliance is
not operating
continuously
Ambient temperature too
high
Place the appliance in the
right place
Poor air circulation in the
compressor compartment
Clean the technical partition
mesh cover
The lid is not closed
The lid is opened too often
or for too long
Close the lid properly, reduce
the lid opening time
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Error
Possible cause
Solution
Appliance does not
cool sufficiently
Freezing process
takes too long
Compressor is
operating too often
The lid is not tight when
closed
To check the tightness, put a
sheet of paper between the
seal and the lid and close the
lid. If at one or several spots
the paper can be easily
removed, contact the service
company.
The seal is not properly
pressed
Excessive formation of ice
on the internal walls of the
appliance
Observe the hints in section 6
‘Cleaning and maintenance’
The device is placed in
direct sunlight or too close
to a heat source (stove,
heater)
Protect the device from direct
sunlight, check the distance to
heat sources, insert an
insulating plate between the
device and the heat source, if
necessary.
The amount of freshly
placed food products is not
adapted to the freezing
capacity of the device, or
too warm food has been
inserted
Always put only the amount of
frozen food specified for the
appliance into the appliance,
cool warm food to room
temperature
The outer surface
of the appliance is
covered with steam
Air humidity in the
surrounding area
exceeds 55%.
Ventilate the room and, if
possible, eliminate the cause
of high humidity
The following phenomena are not malfunctions:
– short, louder whirring/hooting or clicking sounds may be heard when the
compressor of the appliance starts.
– the sound of water flowing. This sound is audible in normal use. This is a
sound of coolant flowing through the installation.
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Spare Parts
Spare parts for the purpose of repairing this appliance, as stipulated in Annex II to
the REGULATION (EU) 2019/2018, are available for at least eight years, counted
from the date of introduction of the last appliance of this model to market.
8 Disposal
Electrical Appliance
Electric appliances are marked with this symbol. Electrical
appliances must be disposed of and recycled in a correct
and environmentally friendly manner. You must not dispose
of electric appliances with household waste. Disconnect the
appliance from the power supply and remove power cord
from the appliance.
Electrical appliances should be returned to designated collection points.
Coolant
The propellant used in the appliance is flammable. It should be utilised pursuant to
national regulations in force.
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