BAUKNECHT GKE 12360 A++ User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

HOW TO USE THE FREEZER

HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

AFTER-SALES SERVICE

ENERGY-SAVING TIPS

INSTALLATION

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

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HOW TO USE THE FREEZER

The freezer can be used for storing already frozen food and for
freezing fresh food.

Switching on the freezer for the first time

• There is no need to set the freezer temperature on the
thermostat because the appliance is already factory set.

• Plug in the appliance.

• The alarm signal activates, indicating that the freezer has not yet
reached a sufficiently cold temperature for storage of foodstuffs.

• Only place food in the freezer once the alarm signal has
deactivated (for further details, see the enclosed product
sheet).

Temperature Adjustment

For temperature adjustment, see the enclosed product sheet.

Note:
Ambient air temperature, the frequency of door opening and the

position of the appliance can affect the freezer internal
temperature.

Take these factors into consideration when setting the thermostat
knobs.

“Green Intelligence” function

The “Green Intelligence” function, if present, is automatically
activated in the following cases:

Door opening
The function activates when door opening causes the internal

temperature to increase to a level that fails to guarantee safe
storage of food; it remains active until optimal storage conditions
have been restored.
Placing fresh food in the freezer

The function activates when fresh food is placed in the freezer and
remains active until optimal freezing conditions are reached so as
to ensure the best freezing quality with the lowest power
consumption.

NOTE: Besides the quantity of food loaded into the freezer,
ambient temperature and the quantity of food already inside the
freezer affect the duration of the “Green Intelligence” function.
Therefore significant duration variations are quite normal.

Freezing

The amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be frozen in 24 hours is
indicated on the appliance data plate.

For optimum appliance performance, press the fast freeze button
(until the yellow LED lights up) 24 hours before placing fresh food
in the freezer.

After placing fresh food in the freezer, 24 hours on fast freeze
function is generally sufficient; After 24 hours, deactivate the fast
freeze function

Attention:
In order to save energy, when freezing small amounts of food, the

fast freeze function can be deactivated after a few hours.
If the “Green Intelligence” function is present, appliance operation

is controlled automatically and no operation is required (see
chapter “Green Intelligence” Function)

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Tips for freezing and storing fresh food.

MONTHS FOOD

• Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in:
aluminium foil, cling film, air and water-tight plastic bags,
polythene containers with lids or freezer containers suitable for
freezing fresh food.

• Food must be fresh, mature and of prime quality in order to
obtain high quality frozen food.

• Fresh vegetables and fruit should preferably be frozen as soon
as they are picked to maintain the full original nutritional value,
consistency, colour and flavour.

Some meat, especially game, should be hung before it is frozen.

Note:

• Always leave hot food to cool before placing in the freezer.

• Eat fully or partially defrosted foods immediately. Do not
refreeze unless the food is cooked after it has thawed. Once
cooked, the thawed food can be refrozen.

Freezing and storing fresh food

• Place foods to be frozen in the baskets.

• Place the ice packs (if supplied) in the space provided (on the last
grid) or above the food stored in the top compartment.

Important:
The table alongside shows the recommended maximum storage

time for frozen fresh foods.
Declared performance refers to appliance operation without ice
packs, with the exception of the rising time.

Classification of frozen foods

Put the frozen products into the freezer and classify them.
The storage date should be indicated on the packs, to allow use

within expiry dates.

Advice for storing frozen food

When purchasing frozen food products:

• Ensure that the packaging is not damaged (frozen food in
damaged packaging may have deteriorated). If the package is
swollen or has damp patches, it may not have been stored under
optimal conditions and defrosting may have already begun.

• When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and
transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag.

• Once at home, place the frozen foods immediately in the
freezer.

• If food has defrosted even partially, do not re-freeze it.
Consume within 24 hours.

• Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum.
Respect the best-before date on the package.

• Always observe the storage information on the package.

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Removing the baskets

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

• Pull the baskets out fully, then lift them up slightly in order to
remove.

Drawers (except the bottom drawer), runners and the white grid
(if provided) may be removed in order to obtain increased storage
space (Fig. 1)

Ensure that the load does not exceed the limit (if present)
indicated on the side walls of the appliance.

Compartment

Use this compartment only for making ice cubes and storing ice
packs, as shown in Fig. 2 and 3 (if supplied).

Always observe the storage times given on frozen food packaging.

Making ice cubes

• Fill the ice cube tray 2/3 full and place it in the special freezer
compartment.

• Do not use sharp or pointed instruments to detach the tray if it
is stuck to the bottom of the freezer.

• Bend the ice tray slightly to remove the cubes.

Note:

The freezer door will not re-open easily immediately after closing
(except for models featuring a special valve).
Wait a few minutes before opening again in order to allow for
compensation of the vacuum created.

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HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER

Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug the
appliance from the mains or disconnect the electrical power
supply.

For electronic models, first press the on/off button and then
unplug the the appliance.
Defrost the freezer once or twice a year, or when the
formation of ice on the refrigeration grilles is excessive.
It is perfectly normal for ice to form on the grilles. The
amount of ice which forms and the rate at which it
accumulates will depends on room temperature and
humidity, and on the frequency with which the door is
opened.
If possible, defrost the freezer when it is nearly empty.

• Remove the food from the freezer, wrap in newspaper and
group together in a cool place or in a portable cooler.

• Leave the freezer door open to allow the frost to melt.

• Clean the interior of the freezer with a sponge and warm
water and/or neutral detergent. Do not use abrasive
substances.

• Rinse the interior and dry thoroughly.

• Put the food back into the freezer.

• Close the freezer door.

• Plug in the appliance once again.

• Switch on the freezer.

Note: for electronic models, first insert the power plug into
the mains socket and then press the on/off button to switch
on the appliance.
For the correct defrosting procedure, refer to the
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SHEET.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug the
appliance from the mains or disconnect the electrical power
supply.

For electronic models, first press the on/off button and then
unplug the the appliance.
Periodically clean the condenser at the rear of the appliance
with a vacuum cleaner or brush.
Periodically clean the inside of the compartment with a
sponge dampened in warm water and/or neutral detergent.
Rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive products

Prolonged disuse

• Empty the freezer.

• Disconnect the freezer from the mains power supply.

• Defrost and clean.

Leave the door open to prevent formation of unpleasant
odours and to eliminate any dampness
Note: for electronic models, first insert the power plug into
the mains socket and then press the on/off button to switch
on the appliance.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

1. The appliance is not working.

•Is there a power failure?

•Is the main power switch on?

•Has the fuse blown?

•Is the thermostat setting correct?

•Was the appliance switched on correctly?

2. Excessive frost build-up.

•Has the defrost water drain been positioned
correctly?

•Is the door shut properly?

AFTER-SALES SERVICE

Before contacting the After-sales Service:

1. See if you can solve the problem yourself with
the help of the Troubleshooting guide.

2. Switch the appliance on again to see if the
problem has been solved. If it has not,
disconnect the appliance from the power
supply and wait for about an hour before
switching on again.

3. If the problem persists after this course of
action, contact After-sales Service.

3. The yellow, red and green leds do not light
up. Perform the checks for point 1, and
then:

•Contact After-sales Service.

Notes:

• The front edge of the appliance may be hot. This

prevents the formation of condensation and is
not a defect.

• Gurgling and hissing noises due to expansion in

the refrigerant circuit are normal.

Specify:

•the nature of the fault,

•the model,

•the Service number (the number after the

word SERVICE on the rating plate on the
inside of the appliance),

•your full address,

•your telephone number and area code.

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Note:
The direction of door opening can be changed. If

this operation is performed by After-sales Service it
is not covered by the warranty.

The door cannot be reversed on models with front
handle.

ENERGY-SAVING TIPS

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

• Install the appliance in a dry, well ventilated room
far away from any heat source (e.g. radiator,
cooker, etc.) and in a place not exposed directly
to the sun. If required, use an insulating plate.

• To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a space
on both sides and above the appliance. The
distance between the rear of the appliance and
the wall behind the appliance should be 50mm. A
reduction of this space will increase the Energy
consumption of product.

• Insufficient ventilation on back of the product
increases energy consumption and decreases
cooling efficiency.

• The internal temperatures of the appliance may
be affected by the ambient temperature,
frequency of door opening, as well as location of

the appliance. Temperature setting should take
into consideration these factors.

• Allow warm food and drinks to cool down before
placing in the appliance.

• After placing the food check if the door of
compartments closes properly, especially the
freezer door.

• Reduce to a minimum door opening.

• You can increase the storage capacity of frozen
food by removing the flap and / or basket
(according to the Product Sheet), maintaining the
same energy consumption.

• The condenser (the coil placed in the rear of the
appliance) should be cleaned regularly.

• Damaged or leaky gasket must be replaced as
soon as possible.

INSTALLATION

• Install the freezer away from heat sources. Installation in a hot
environment, direct exposure to the sun or installation near
heat sources (heaters, radiators, cookers) will increase power
consumption and should therefore be avoided.

• If this is not possible, the following minimum distances must
be respected:

• 30 cm from coal or paraffin stoves;

• 3 cm from electric and/or gas stoves.

• Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated place.

• Clean the inside (see “How to defrost and clean the freezer”).

• Fit the accessories supplied (Fig. 1 and 2).

Electrical connection

• Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local
regulations.

• Voltage and power consumption are indicated on the rating
plate inside the appliance.

• Regulations require that the
The Manufacturer declines all liabilities for injury to persons
or animals or damage to property resulting from failure to
observe these regulations.

• If the plug and socket are not of the same type, have the
socket replaced by a qualified electrician.

• Do not use extension leads or adapters.

Disconnecting the appliance

Electrical disconnection must be possible either by unplugging
the appliance or by means of a double-pole switch located upline
from the socket.

appliance is earthed.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

1) For Great Britain only

Warning - this appliance must be earthed

Fuse replacement

If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A
13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an
A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows:

1. Remove the fuse cover (A) and fuse (B).

2. Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover.

3. Refit both into plug.

Important:
The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse and if the

fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a correct
replacement is fitted.
Correct replacement are identified by the colour insert or the
colour embossed in words on the base of the plug.
Replacement fuse covers are available from your local electrical
store.

2) For the Republic of Ireland only

The information given in respect of Great Britain will frequently
apply, but a third type of plug and socket is also used, the
2-pin, side earth type.

3) Socket outlet / plug (valid for both countries)

If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, please
contact Whirlpool Service for further instruction. Please do not
attempt to change plug yourself. This procedure needs to be
carried out by a qualified Whirlpool technician in compliance
with the manufactures instructions and current standard safety
regulations.

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