DEFY C210, C270, C320, C420, C530 Owner's Manual

Owner’s
Manual

ELECTRIC CHEST

FREEZERS

CONTENTS

2 Introduction
2 Unpacking and Installation
2 Electrical Installation
3 Operating the Freezer
4 Freezing Guide
5 Defrosting
6 Maintenance
6 Service
7 Features and Benefits

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on the purchase of this quality appliance. We, the manufacturer, trust
that you will enjoy many years of trouble free use. Please read these instructions carefully
before using the product. This book will provide you with information on how to operate
and care for your appliance in order that you gain the maximum benefit from it.

UNPACKING

• Please ensure that packaging material is disposed of in a responsible manner. Plastic

bags for example should be cut up to prevent children playing with them and
accidentally suffocating.

• If the appliance is damaged in any way, do not use it. Report the damage to your

dealer, who will take the necessary corrective action.

INSTALLATION

• The appliance should be solidly positioned on the floor in a dry, well aired place

away from heat sources such as stoves, geysers and direct sunlight and in such a way
that air flow through the grill on the right hand side is not restricted

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

This appliance must be earthed and the manufacturer and the seller do not
accept responsibility for any damage due to incorrect electrical connection.

• This appliance is designed for use on 220-250 Volt, 50 Hz, AC current.

• This makes it suitable for operation in all areas in South Africa with an Escom or

municipal supply.

• A 15A moulded plug is fitted by the manufacturer. .

• If the power supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, their

service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a fire hazard

• No other appliance should be connected to the same terminal point.

OPERATING THE FREEZER – Multi mode

Select the operating mode (see setting the temperature as set out below)
Plug the unit into a 15A earthed wall socket and switch on.
Wait at least six hours before loading the freezer with food.

An on /off indicator light, on the cabinet front, glows when there is power to the unit.

Setting the temperature

• The freezer is designed to

operate in three ways.

• It can operate as a:

1. Refrigerator,

2. Chiller,

3. Freezer.

The temperature selection knob
is located in the side grill.

Using the unit as a refrigerator.

At the refrigerator setting on the dial, the temperature in the cabinet will be about 5°C.
This temperature is ideal for storing perishable foods such as dairy products, fresh
vegetables, and cold meats. Cold drinks can also be stored at this temperature.

Using the unit as a chiller

At the chiller setting on the dial, the unit may be compared with a butcher’s cold storage
facility. The temperature in the cabinet can range from 2°C to –2°C. This temperature or
‘Partial Freeze’ is ideal for storing meat or fish for a short period. The advantage is that
the food can be cooked without first defrosting or thawing it. Food stored at the chiller
setting will not release water and will keep its natural fibre. Sometimes it is undesirable
to freeze a fine cut of meat as some of the flavour would be lost during freezing. At the
chiller setting, meat could be cooked as though it were fresh and portions could be
removed without thawing, while the balance could be stored for another occasion.

Using the unit as a freezer

At the freezer setting on the dial, the temperature in the cabinet is set at –18°C. This
temperature is ideal for storing frozen food for long periods of time.

Multi mode characteristics

During refrigerator or chiller operation, there could be a build up of condensation water
on the cabinet floor. This is normal and the water should be sponged up and removed
whenever it becomes excessive.
If the unit is used as a freezer, it will require periodic defrosting. The cabinet also
requires defrosting before switching from freezer to refrigerator or chiller operation. The
defrosting procedure is described in this book on page 5.

• A coin should be used to

turn the knob to the desired
sector on the dial.
Refrigerator, Chiller or
Freezer.

• The temperature in the

cabinet may be adjusted by
turning the knob slightly left
or right in each function
sector. Left for a higher and
right for lower temperature.