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TABLE OF CONTENTS GB
BEFORE USING YOUR FREEZER
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER
HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE
FREEZER
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
CUSTOMER SERVICE
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INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
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BEFORE USING YOUR FREEZER
• This product is a freezer exclusively for
domestic use.
To make the best use of your freezer, please
read the instruction booklet carefully for a
description of the appliance and useful tips
regarding storage of food.
Keep this booklet for further consultation.
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
1. Packing
The packing material is 100% recyclable and
bears the recycle symbol. Follow the local
regulations for disposal.
The packaging material (plastic bags,
polystyrene parts, etc.) can be a source of
danger, so keep these out of reach of children.
2. Product
The freezer is built using reusable materials.
When scrapping, follow the local regulations for
waste disposal.
Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the
power cable. Dispose of the appliance at an
authorised collection centre for the recovery of
refrigerant gases.
1. After unpacking the freezer, make sure that
the doors shut perfectly. Any damage must
be reported to your retailer within 24 hours.
2. Before connecting the appliance to the power
supply, wait for two hours, to allow the
cooling circuit to become perfectly effective.
3. The installation and electrical connection
must be carried out by a qualified technician
according to the Manufacturer's instructions
and local safety regulations.
Information
This appliance is free of CFCs (refrigerant circuit
contains R134 a)or FCs (refrigerant circuit
contains R600a- Isobutane). For more details,
refer to the rating plate fitted on the appliance.
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
• Use the freezer only for storing frozen foods,
freezing fresh food and producing ice cubes.
• Do not cover or close the vents of the freezer.
• Do not store glass containers with liquids in
the freezer since they may burst.
• Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately
after removing them from the freezer
because they may cause "cold" burns.
• To avoid the risk of children being trapped
and therefore suffocating, do not allow them
to play or hide inside the freezer.
• Do not eat or drink the contents (atoxic) of the
ice blocks.
• Before carrying out any maintenance or
cleaning, always unplug the appliance or
switch the power supply off.
• The power cable can only be replaced by an
authorized electrician.
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Declaration of conformity
• This appliance is intended to come into
contact with foodstuffs and conforms to D.L.
108 of 25.01.1992(Directive 89/109/CE).
Information
For appliances with R600-a Isobutane:
Isobutane is a natural gas having high
environmental compatibility but is inflammable.
Therefore, it is essential to ensure that the
refrigerant circuit tubes do not get damaged.
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HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER
This freezer can be used for storing frozen food
and freezing fresh food.
The freezer is designed to operate at room
temperatures between +16º C and +32º C.
Starting up the freezer
• There is no need to set the freezer temperature
using the thermostat knob because it has already
been preset in the factory.
• Plug in the appliance.
• The alarm is activated, since the temperature
inside the freezer is not low enough for inserting
the foodstuff.
• Place the foodstuff inside only when the alarm is
deactivated (for more details consult the enclosed
product chart).
Temperature regulation
For temperature regulation, consult the enclosed
product chart.
Note
Internal freezer temperatures are affected by room
temperature, frequency of opening of the door and the
position of the freezer.
The thermostat setting must be changed depending
on these factors.
Activation of rapid freezing
The quantity in kilos of fresh food that can be
frozen within 24 hours is indicated on the
appliance rating plate.
For optimal freezing, press the rapid freeze button
(until the yellow pilot lamp comes on) 24 hours before
placing food inside the freezer.
About 24 hours of rapid freezing are usually sufficient;
after this period switch off the rapid freeze function.
Warning:
For small quantities of food, the rapid freeze function
can be disconnected after a few hours, in order to save
power consumption.
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HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER
How to freeze food and store fresh food
• Wrap and seal the fresh food in:
aluminium foil, clear film, impermeable
plastic bags, polyethylene containers with
lids, special freezer containers.
• The food to be stored must be fresh, ripe and
of the best quality.
• Fresh vegetables and fruit must be frozen
immediately after purchase, so as to retain
the nutritive value, structure, consistency,
colour and flavour.
Meat and game must be hung before freezing.
Note:
• Always cool hot food before freezing.
• Defrosted or partially defrosted food must be
consumed immediately. Do not refreeze food
unless you intend preparing individual
servings. Once cooked, the defrosted food
can be frozen again.
Freezing and storing food
• Place the food to be frozen in the freezer
compartments.
• Ice packs (if present) must be placed in the
space provided (see enclosed product card).
Important:
For information regarding periods of food
storage, refer to the adjacent table.
Classification of frozen foods
Place the frozen products in the freezer and
classify them.
It is advisable to indicate the storage date on the
package, in order to ensure consumption within
the best before date.
MONTHS FOOD
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HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER
Storage of frozen foods
When buying frozen foods, make sure that:
•
The wrapping or the package is intact or the food
may deteriorate. If the package is swollen or has
damp patches, it may not have been stored under
optimal conditions and thawing may have already
begun.
•
Frozen foods should always be purchased last and
thermal bags must be used for transport.
•
Once you are home, place the frozen foods
immediately in the freezer.
•
Never refreeze partially thawed foods, use them
within 24 hours.
•
Avoid or reduce temperature variations to a
minimum. Follow the instructions regarding the
best before date on the pack.
•
Always follow the instructions on the package
regarding storage of frozen foods.
Removal of the drawers
•
Pull the drawer outwards as far as it will go, left
slightly and extract it.
Note:
Drawers and runners may be removed in order to
obtain increased storage space (Fig. 1).
Making ice cubes
•
Fill the ice cube tray 2/3 full of water and place it in
the freezer compartment.
•
If the tray is stuck to the freezer bottom, do not use
pointed or sharp objects to remove it.
•
In order to remove the ice cubes with ease, bend
the tray slightly.
Note:
Reopening the freezer door will be difficult
immediately after it has been shut.
Wait for two or three minutes, so that the slight
vacuum in the freezer is eliminated.
Fig. 1
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HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER
Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning,
always unplug the appliance or switch the power
supply off.
In the case of electronic models, push the on/off
button before unplugging the appliance.
Defrost the freezer once or twice a year when too
much frost has accumulated on the freezer grids.
Frost buildup on the freezer grids is normal. The
quantity and rapidity of accumulation varies
according to ambient conditions and the
frequency of opening of the door and tends to be
greater on the uppermost grids.
It is advisable to defrost the freezer when there is
very little food stored in it.
• Open the door, remove all the food from the
freezer, wrap in sheets of newspaper and put in a
cool place or in a thermal bag.
• Leave the freezer door open to allow the frost to
melt.
• Pull out the defrost water drain and place a tray
below it.
• Clean the inside of the freezer using a sponge
soaked in a solution of warm water and neutral
detergent. Do not use abrasive substances.
• Rinse and dry carefully.
• Fit the drain back in place.
• Place the foods inside.
• Close the freezer door.
• Plug in the appliance again.
• Start up the freezer.
Note: In the case of electronic models, push
the on/off button after plugging in the
appliance and before restarting it.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Periodically clean the condenser on the rear of the
appliance, using a vacuum cleaner or a soft brush.
Prolonged disuse (holidays, etc.)
• Empty the freezer.
• Disconnect it from the mains supply.
• Defrost and clean the inside.
• Leave the door open in order to prevent the
formation of odours and eliminate internal
humidity.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
1. The appliance does not operate
• Is there a power failure?
• Is the appliance switched on?
• Has the fuse blown?
• Is the thermostat knob setting correct?
• Has the appliance been installed correctly?
2. Abnormal frost build-up
• Has the defrost water drain been refitted
correctly?
• Is the door shut properly?
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Before calling for Customer Service:
1. See if you can fix the problem yourself (with
the help of the "TroubleShooting Guide").
2. Restart the appliance to see if the problem
has cleared itself. If the result is negative,
disconnect the appliance and repeat the
operation after an hour.
3. If the problem persists, contact Customer
Service.
Communicate
• 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 complete address,
• Your telephone number and area code.
3. The yellow, red and green indicator lights
do not work. First check point 1, then:
• Contact Customer Service.
Note:
• If the front edge of the unit is hot, this is
not a defect, but prevents formation of
condensate.
• Gurgling sounds and hissing due to
expansion in the refrigerant circuit are
normal.
Note:
The direction of door opening can be changed;
if this operation is performed by Customer
Service, it is not covered by the warranty.
INSTALLATION
• Install the freezer away from heat sources.
Installation in a hot environment, direct
exposure to the sun rays or placing the
appliance near heat sources (radiators,
cookers) must be avoided, as this increases
power consumption.
• If this is not possible, the minimum distances
must be respected:
• 30 cm from coal or paraffin stoves
• 3 cm from electric and/or gas stoves.
• Install the freezer in a dry, well-ventilated
place.
• Clean the inside (See the chapter "How to
defrost and clean the freezer").
• Fit the accessories.
Electrical connection
• The electrical connections must be made
in accordance with the local regulations.
• Voltage, and power consumption are
indicated on the rating plate inside the
appliance.
•
Appliance earthing is compulsory by
law.
The Manufacturer declines all liabilities
for injury to persons, animals or damage
to property, resulting from failure to
observe these instructions.
• If the plug and the socket are not of the same
type, have the socket replaced by a qualified
technician.
• Do not use extension leads or multiple
adaptors.
Disconnecting the appliance
It must be possible to disconnect the appliance
by unplugging it or by means of a two pole switch
fitted upline of the socket.
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INSTALLATION
Fit the spacers
(fig. 1 - 2 depending on the model).
fig. 1
fig. 2
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
3.
“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.Connection to a
rewirable plug.
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket
outlet, then it should be cut off and disposed of in
order to avoid a possible shock hazard should it
be inserted into a 13A socket elsewhere.
A suitable alternative plug should then be fitted
to the cable.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
BLUE - “NEUTRAL” (“N”)
BROWN - “LIVE” (“L”)
GREEN AND YELLOW - “EARTH” (“E”)
1.
The GREEN AND YELLOW wire must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter “E” or by the Earth
symbol 4 or coloured green or green and
yellow.
2.
The BLUE wire must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter “N” or
coloured black.
The BROWN wire must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter “L” or
coloured red.
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. In
this case, the wire which is coloured GREEN
AND YELLOW must be connected to the EARTH
contact, and the two wires to the two pins,
irrespective of colour. The supply to the socket
must be fitted with a 16 amp fuse.
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