Cause of warning may be,FOR TESTING AUTHORITIES
Loading of a large quantity of fresh food. Testing is undertaken according to the ISO standard for
The lid has inadvertently been left open. determining the freezing capacity and preservation period
n case of power failure.
Defective system.The loading plan is obtainable direct from the
Models with a sliding shield (H):
manufacturer.
To open the sliding shield, push in the direction of the arrow.
GENERAL ADVICE
NOTE - different types of foods can be stored for
OPENING/CLOSING THE LID
different lengths of time which should not be exceeded.
The lid has a tight fitting gasket which prevents moisture fromWhen storing commercially frozen foods, the
the atmosphere permeating the seal, causing frost build uprecommendations of the manufacturer should always
insede the cabinet.be strictly adhered to.
When the lid is open the air inside the freezer will become
slightly warmer and consequently expand.DEFROSTING
As soon as the lid is closed the air will cool down immediately,The formation of ice on the nside of the cabnet cannot be
this results in a sub-pressure which makes the lid difficult toavoided, It is caused by moisture from the air and the food
open immediately after it has been closed. This is a naturalbeing attracted to the cold surfaces of the cabinet.
occurrence, and is proof of the efficiency of the seal. BeforeDo not open the lid unnecessarily and never leave it open
re-opening the cabinet, one or two minutes must elapse sofor any length of time.
that the sub-pressure is neutralized. Once this has occurred,A thin coating of frost or ice will not impair the performance
it should be possible to open the lid with a gentle upwardsof the freezer. However, when the layer of frost and ice has
motion.built up to athickness of 10-15 mm, the cabnet should be
The handle should never be pulled by force.defrosted.
Switch off and remove the plug from the wall socket.
Take the packages out of the cabinet and store them in a
FREEZINGcold place or pack in cardboard boxes and wrap in
It is important that fresh foods are frozen down as quickly asblankets.
possible whilst maintaining the temperature of the frozenFrost can be scraped off carefully using a plastic scraper.
packages already in the cabinet.Never use a knife or other sharp tool.
To freeze down more than 3 - 4 kg:Defrosting can be accelerated by placing bowls of hot
Turn the thermostat dial to SUPER, or in the case of awater in the bottom of the cabinet and closing the lid. After
a while the lid can be reopened and the loose ice removed
button (G), press to position SUPER 6 to 24 hours beforewith care. Melted water can be collected in a bowl as
the fresh foods are placed in the cabinet according to the
amount to be frozen.shown in fig. N.
Adjusted in this way the temperature inside the cabinet willNever speed up the defrosting process by any other
means than that outlined above or the cabinet may by
decrease securing an adequate cold reserve for all thedamaged.
food.
Depending on the quantity of fresh food placed in theCLEANING
cabinet, the freezer should be maintained at the fastWash the cabinet interior and exterior with luke-warm
freeze setting for a further 24 hours.water using an unscented detergent.
At the end of this period the dial or button should be resetOnce the cabinet is dry the sealing gasket on the hinged
to the normal setting so that a temperature of -18°C isside of the cabinet should be dusted with unscented
maintained.talcum powder. Close the lid and plug the freezer nto the
wall socket.
PACKING AND POSITIONINGAfter a period of about 10-20 minutes the food packages
can be replaced in the cabinet.
The food items must be cold (no warmer than room
WHEN THE FREEZER IS NOT IN USE
temperature).
The food must be properly wrapped in airtight andSwitch off and remove the plug from the wall socket.
Remove alI packages from the cabinet. Clean the cabinet
moistureproof packaging to avoid drying out.as described above. Leave the lid open.
The new packages should be placed close to the cold
sides of the cabnet but separate from already frozen food.IF THE FREEZER FAILS TO WORK
Do not allow packages tv protrude above a line 5 mmSATISFACTORILY
below the edge top of the nner box.
Before calling a service technician check that
Never put bottles inside the cabinet as they may burstThe plug is properly inserted in the wall socket, and the
when the liquid contents turn to ice.
electricity supply is switched on.
The fuse has not blown.
CAPACITYThere is no power failure.
The freezing capacity of the chest freezer is indicated in kg/24The thermostat control is set correctly.
hours on the data plate (fig. C).The lid is properly closed.
These specified quantities should not be exceeded as it willThe freezer is not placed too close to a source of heat.
increase the freezing time required. Frost and ice build up is not excessive.
NOTE! The stated freezing capacity can be fully utilized byIf the compressor makes repeated attempts to start with
freezing larger quantities of fresh foods occasionally.no result, switch off the freezer. Wait for about 20 minutes,
If however, a large number of fresh packages are placed inand switch on again. Do nothing else.
the cabinet daily, the stated capacity will be reduced byInexpert tampering with the appliance may cause you
about 1/3.personal injury and damage to the appliance.
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