Defy 13875 User Manual

Contents

3. Safety warnings

4. Safety warnings

5. Do’s and don'ts

6. Unpacking and Installation

7. Electrical installation

Owner’s

7. Operation

8. Operating the freezer-Multi

Mode

8. Setting the temperature

9. Using as a Refrigerator

9. Using as a Chiller

9. Using as a Freezer

9. Multimode characteristics

10. Deep freeze information

11. Defrosting

11. Maintenance & cleaning

12. Trouble shooting

13. Owners responsibility

Manual

Electric Chest

Freezers

13. Service

14. Service centres

15. Warranty

16. Model range, Features and

benefits

Part Number 13875

Figures represented in this instruction
manual are schematic and may not
correspond exactly with your freezer. If
the parts are not included in the freezer
you have purchased, they may be model
specific and therefore only valid for
some models.

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Read this manual before initial installation and operation of the Chest
Freezer!

Dear customer,

Your new Defy Chest Freezer was manufactured in a state of the art facility and
has passed the strictest quality control procedures.
Please read this manual carefully before using your Chest Freezer for the first
time and then store it within easy reach for future reference.
We trust you will enjoy years of trouble free use.

The user manual:

• This manual will provide you with information on how to safely operate and care for

your Chest Freezer in order that you gain the maximum benefit from it.

• Pay particular attention to any safety instructions.

• Please read all additional documents supplied with your Chest Freezer.

• Please note that this manual may be used for several similar but different models.

Please check for relevance regarding your particular model.

Explanation of symbols used in this manual:

Important safety information. Warning for hazardous situations with regard to life
and property.

Caution; Warning for supply voltage.

Caution; Warning for fire hazard.

Read the instructions.

Useful information. Important information or useful hints about usage.

Note: 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.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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Safety Warnings

• To obtain the best possible performance and trouble free operation from your freezer it

is very important to carefully read these instructions.

• This owners manual must be handed over to the new owner should ownership change.

• This freezer must only be used for its intended purpose i.e. the storing and freezing of

edible foodstuff. Use only indoors and in closed areas.

• Consult with your authorised DEFY service centre for all questions and problems

relating to the Chest Freezer. Only authorised agents are to carry out repairs.

• Vapour and vaporized cleaning materials should never be used in the cleaning and

defrosting of your Chest Freezer. The vapour may come into contact with the electrical
parts and cause a short circuit or electric shock.

• Never sit on, stand on or use your freezer lid as a step.

• Do not use electrical appliances inside the freezer.

• Do not drill, cut or modify the Chest Freezer. Injuries may result if the refrigerant

circuit is damaged. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

• Keep ventilation openings, in the freezer enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of

obstruction.

• Repairs are to be carried out by authorised persons only. Repairs carried out by

incompetent persons create a risk for the user.

• Unplug the freezer in case of failure or when cleaning, during routine maintenance or if

it will not be used for an extended period.

• To unplug the Chest Freezer, remove the plug by pulling on the plug and not the cable!

• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process,

other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not operate a damaged Chest Freezer. Consult with your nearest DEFY service

centre should you have any concerns.

• The electrical safety of the Chest Freezer will only be guaranteed if the earth system of

your home is compliant with national standards.

• Exposing the freezer to rain, snow, sun and wind is a dangerous electrical safety risk.

• Should the mains lead of the freezer become damaged or should it need replacing at

any time, it must be replaced by a special purpose made mains lead which can only be
obtained from a DEFY Authorised Service Agent.

• Never plug the Chest Freezer into the wall outlet during installation. Risk of death or

serious injury may occur.

• Never connect your freezer to electricity saving systems: They may damage the freezer.

• Avoid any damage to the power cable when transporting the Chest Freezer. Bending the

cable may cause a fire. Never place heavy objects on the power cable.

• Do not touch the plug with wet hands.

• Do not plug in the freezer if the wall outlet is loose.

• Do not spray water in or onto the freezer for safety purposes.

• Do not store or use flammable gas, benzene, petrol or volatile substances in or near the

freezer.

• Never pour or spray water into the freezer and do not store liquids, pot plants or open

containers on top of the freezer as these might spill causing electrical shorting.

• DO NOT connect your freezer to the electricity supply until all packing and transit

protectors have been removed. These are put in place to protect the Chest Freezer

during warehousing and transport, it is provided with spacers between the door and the
cabinet (on the front and rear side). These spacers must be removed before putting the
freezer into operation.

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Safety Warnings

• Leave the freezer to stand for at least 12 hours before switching on to allow the

compressor oil to settle.

• If your Chest Freezer has a lock, keep it locked and store the key in a safe place

and out of reach of children.

• If you are discarding an old freezer with a lock or latch fitted to the door, disable the
lock/latch, ensure that it is left in a safe condition to prevent the entrapment of young
children.

• See Installation Instructions for information on a suitable location.

• On delivery, check to make sure that the product is not damaged and that all the parts
and accessories are in perfect condition.

• Ensure that the plug remains readily accessible. Do not use multiple adapter plugs or an
extension cable.

• Failure to observe these instructions may invalidate your right to free service during the
warrantee period.

• Ensure that there is sufficient spacing between the Chest Freezer and surrounding walls.

• Unplug the Chest Freezer from the mains when you do a complete defrost on the Chest

Freezer or when you clean the Chest Freezer.

• It is not advisable to switch the Chest Freezer off if it is not going to be used for a few

days only.

• If the Chest Freezer is not going to be used for a longer period, proceed as follows

to reduce any fire risk caused by a possible problem with the power cable: Unplug
the Chest Freezer, empty the freezer, defrost and clean it (see defrosting, maintenance
and cleaning) . Leave the lid open to avoid any unpleasant smells.

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in

the Chest Freezer.

• This Chest Freezer is intended to be used in household and similar applications such

as:

Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
Farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
Bed and breakfast type environments; catering and similar non-retail applications.

Never dispose of the Chest Freezer in a fire.

Do not dispose of your Chest Freezer along with regular household waste.

Contact your local authority for disposal information and facilities available.

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Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s

Do – Defrost food from the freezer thoroughly in a fridge or in a microwave oven

following defrosting and cooking instructions.

Do – Ensure that the chest freezer lid is completely closed after each use.
Do – Defrost frozen meat completely before cooking.
Do – Close the lid gently.
Do – Check contents of the freezer at regular intervals.
Do – Clean and defrost your freezer regularly (See “Defrosting”).
Do – Keep food for as short a time as possible and adhere to “Use by” and “Best before”

dates.
Do – Store commercially frozen food in accordance with the instructions given on the
packets that you buy.

Do – Choose high quality fresh food and ensure it is well cleaned before you freeze it.
Do – Prepare fresh food for freezing in small portions to ensure rapid freezing.
Do – Wrap all foods in aluminium foil or freezer quality plastic bags and make sure any

air pockets are pressed out.

Do – Wrap frozen food when you buy it and put it in to the freezer as soon as possible.
Do – Store small items in the basket provided.
Do – Remove ice cream from the freezer 10-20 minutes before serving.
Do – Follow the defrosting procedures as described in the “Defrosting” section.

Don’ts

Don’t – Leave the lid open for long periods as this will make the freezer more costly to

run and cause excessive ice formation.

Don’t – Use pointed sharp edged objects such as knives, forks to remove excess ice.
Don’t – Use electric appliances inside the freezer for defrosting.
Don’t – Put hot food in the freezer. Let it cool down first.
Don’t – Put liquid-filled bottles, fizzy drinks, jars, sealed cans or cans containing

carbonated liquids into the freezer as they may burst.
Don’t – Store flammable, explosive, poisonous or dangerous substances in the freezer.
Your freezer has been designed for the storage of edible foodstuffs only.

Don’t – Exceed the maximum freezing capacity when freezing fresh food.
Don’t – Consume ice-cream and ice cubes direct from the freezer. The low temperature

may cause ‘freezer burns’ on lips.
Don’t – Try to keep frozen food which has thawed, it should be eaten within 24 hours or
cooked and refrozen.

Don’t – Remove items from the freezer with wet hands.
Don’t – Shut the lid with force. You will damage the Chest Freezer.
Don’t – Climb on the Chest Freezer .
Don’t –Allow children to play or hide inside the Chest Freezer.
Don’t – Use the Chest Freezer near heating appliances, cookers or other sources of heat
and fire.
Don’t – Leave food in the Chest Freezer if it is not working.

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