John Lewis JLCH300, JLCH200, JLCH400 User Manual
JLCH200
JLCH300
JLCH400
Chest Freezer
Instruction manual
Safety information
It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with
the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or
transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the
appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in
order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance
and the relevant warnings.
These warnings have been provided in the interest of safety. You MUST
read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. If you are
unsure of the meanings of these warnings contact the John Lewis branch
from which you purchased the appliance.
In the interest of your safety and to ensure the
correct use, before installing and first using the
appliance, read this user manual carefully,
including its hints and warnings. To avoid
unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is
important to ensure that all people using the
appliance are thoroughly familiar with its
operation and safety features. Save these
instructions and make sure that they remain
with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so
that everyone using it through its life will be
properly informed on appliance use and
safety.
For your own personnel safety and the safety
of your property please follow the
instructions and warnings provided in this user
guide. The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for any damages caused by not
following these instructions.
Children and vulnerable
people safety
• 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.
• Keep all packaging well away from children.
There is risk of suffocation.
• If you are discarding the appliance pull the
plug out of the socket, cut the connection
cable (as close to the appliance as you can)
and remove the door to prevent playing
children to suffer electric shock or to close
themselves inside it.
• If this appliance which has a magnetic door
seal is replacing an older appliance which
has a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid,
please make sure that the lock is made
unusable before it is discarded. This will
prevent the danger of a child becoming
trapped inside.
General safety
Caution! Keep ventilation openings
clear of obstruction.
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• The appliance is intended for keeping
foodstuff and/or beverages in a normal
household as explained in this instruction
booklet.
• Do not use a mechanical device or any
artificial means to speed up the thawing
process.
• Do not use other electrical appliances (such
as ice cream makers) inside of refrigerating
appliances, unless they are approved for
this purpose by the manufacturer.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is
contained within the refrigerant circuit of
the appliance, a natural gas with a high level
of environmental compatibility, which is
nevertheless flammable.
During transportation and installation of
the appliance, be certain that none of the
components of the refrigerant circuit
become damaged.
If the refrigerant circuit should become
damaged:
– avoid open flames and sources of ignition
– thoroughly ventilate the room in which
the appliance is situated
• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
modify this product in any way. Any
damage to the cord may cause a shortcircuit, fire and/or electric shock.
Warning! Any electrical component
(power cord, plug, compressor) must
be replaced by a certified service agent
or qualified service personnel.
1. Power cord must not be lengthened.
2. Make sure that the power plug is not
squashed or damaged by the back of
the appliance. A squashed or damaged
power plug may overheat and cause a
fire.
3. Make sure that you can come to the
mains plug of the appliance.
4. Do not pull the mains cable.
5. If the power plug socket is loose, do not
insert the power plug. There is a risk of
electric shock or fire.
6. You must not operate the appliance
without the lamp cover of interior
lighting.
• This appliance is heavy. Care should be
taken when moving it.
• Do not remove nor touch items from the
freezer compartment if your hands are
damp/wet, as this could cause skin
abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance
to direct sunlight.
Daily Use
• Do not place hot items such as pans and
baking trays near the plastic components of
the appliance.
• Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the
appliance, because they may explode.
• Do not place food products directly against
the air outlet on the rear wall.
• Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it
has been thawed out.
• Store pre-packed frozen food in
accordance with the frozen food
manufacturer's instructions.
• Appliance's manufacturers storage
recommendations should be strictly
adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.
• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in
the freezer compartment as it creates
pressure on the container, which may
cause it to explode, resulting in damage to
the appliance.
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1) If the appliance is Frost Free
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• Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed
straight from the appliance.
Care and cleaning
• Before maintenance, switch off the
appliance and disconnect the mains plug
from the mains socket.
• Do not clean the appliance with metal
objects.
• Do not use sharp objects to remove frost
from the appliance. Use a plastic scraper.
Installation
• The appliance must not be located close to
radiators or cookers.
• Make sure that the mains plug is accessible
after the installation of the appliance.
Service
• Any electrical work required to do the
servicing of the appliance should be carried
out by a qualified electrician or competent
person.
• This product must be serviced by an
authorised Service Centre, and only
genuine spare parts must be used.
Important! For electrical connection
carefully follow the instructions given in
specific paragraphs.
• Unpack the appliance and check if there are
damages on it. Do not connect the
appliance if it is damaged. Report possible
damages immediately to the place you
bought it. In that case retain packing.
• It is advisable to wait at least four hours
before connecting the appliance to allow
the oil to flow back in the compressor.
• In order to prevent over heating there must
be adequate circulation around the
appliance.
• Please refer to the correct positioning and
location instructions that can be found in
the Installation section of this user guide.
Environment Protection
This appliance does not contain gasses
which could damage the ozone layer,
in either its refrigerant circuit or
insulation materials. The appliance
shall not be discarded together with
the urban refuse and rubbish. The
insulation foam contains flammable
gases: the appliance shall be disposed
according to the applicable regulations
to obtain from your local authorities.
Avoid damaging the cooling unit,
especially at the rear near the heat
exchanger. The materials used on this
appliance marked by the symbol
recyclable.
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Contents
For the user
Safety information
Product description
Operation
Switching on 7
Switching off 7
Temperature regulation 7
7
Control panel
Quick freeze function 7
High temperature alarm 8
First use
Cleaning the interior 8
Daily use
Freezing fresh food 8
Storage of frozen food 8
Opening and closing the lid 9
Storage baskets 9
Low frost System 9
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8
Helpful hints and tips
Care and cleaning
Periodic cleaning 10
Defrosting the freezer 11
Periods of non-operation 11
What to do if…
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10
12
For the installer
Technical data
Installation
Positioning 15
Electrical Connection 15
Ventilation requirements 16
Repairs - after sales service
Environmental concerns
15
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Guide to use the
instruction manual
The following symbols will be found in the text
to guide you throughout the instructions:
Safety instructions
Hints and tips
Environmental information
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Product description
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8
9
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1
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2
10
3
1
Lid handle
2
Seal
3
Defrost water drain
4
Control panel
5
Temperature regulator
5
6
Upper edge
7
Light
8
Valve:easy re-opening of lid
9
Low-frost system: reduces ice-buildup in
the chest freezer by up to 80 percent
10
Rating plate
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