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HOW TO USE THE FREEZER

This freezer can be used to store already frozen food and 

to freeze fresh food.

The freezer can operate at ambient temperatures 

b18°C and +43°C.
Switching on the freezer for the first time
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There is no need to set the freezer temperature on the 

thermostat because it has already been factory-set.

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Plug in the appliance.

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The alarm signal will switch on, indicating that temperature 

inside the freezer is not yet sufficiently low for food storage.

•

Place food inside the freezer only when the acoustic alarm 

stops (for more details see product sheet supplied).

Temperature adjustment

For temperature adjustments, refer to the product description 

sheet supplied.

Note:

The ambient air temperature, the frequency of door opening 

and the position of the appliance can affect the internal 

temperatures of the freezer.

These factors must be taken into account when setting the 

thermostat.

Freezing
The maximum amount of fresh food that can be frozen 

over a period of 24 hours is shown on the rating plate.

To obtain the best performance from the appliance, push the 

fast freeze button (until the yellow light comes on) 24 hours 

before placing fresh food in the freezer.

Food must be stored in the special freezing compartments (see 

product description sheet supplied). In appliances with more 

than 5 compartments, remove food from the compartment 

below those used for freezing, and place the ice packs (if 

supplied) in the empty compartment.

Generally, 24 hours on fast freeze is sufficient after placing 

foodstuffs in the freezer; after this time, deselect the fast freeze 

function.

Important:

When freezing small amounts of food, use any compartment 

except the bottom drawer. To avoid wasting energy, the fast 

freeze function can also not be selected.

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Summary of Contents for Optima plus GKEA 291

Page 1: ...FEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS HOW TO USE THE FREEZER HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION 6gb33034 fm Page 4 Thursday July 25 2002 11 50 AM ...

Page 2: ...frigerant gas Information This appliance does not contain CFCs replaced with R134a or HFCs replaced with R600a Isobutane For more information refer to the identification data plate affixed to the appliance PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Only use the freezer for storing frozen food freezing fresh food and production of ice cubes Do not cover or obstruct the air vent of the appliance Do not...

Page 3: ...ernal temperatures of the freezer These factors must be taken into account when setting the thermostat Freezing The maximum amount of fresh food that can be frozen over a period of 24 hours is shown on the rating plate To obtain the best performance from the appliance push the fast freeze button until the yellow light comes on 24 hours before placing fresh food in the freezer Food must be stored i...

Page 4: ...re placing in the freezer Eat fully or partially defrosted foods immediately Do not refreeze unless the food is cooked after it has thawed Once cooked the food can be refrozen Storing food Place the ice packs if supplied in the space provided on the last grid or above the food stored in the top compartment Important The table alongside shows the recommended maximum storage time for frozen fresh fo...

Page 5: ... Respect the best before date on the package Always observe the storage information on the package Removing the drawers Pull the drawers out as far as they come then lift up slightly and remove Note Drawers and runners may be removed in order to obtain increased storage space Fig 1 Ensure that the load does not exceed the limit if present indicated on the side walls of the appliance Making ice cub...

Page 6: ...gether in a cool place or in a portable cooler Leave the freezer door open to allow the frost to melt Pull out the defrost water drain and place a bowl under the drain Clean the interior of the freezer compartment with a sponge and warm water and or neutral detergent Do not use abrasive substances Rinse the interior and dry thoroughly Refit the defrost water drain Put the food back into the freeze...

Page 7: ...gerant circuit are normal AFTER SALES SERVICE Before contacting After Sales Service 1 See if you can solve the problem yourself with the help of the Trouble shooting guide 2 Switch the appliance on again to see if the problem has been solved If it has not disconnect the appliance from the power supply and wait for about an hour before switching on again 3 If the problem persists after this course ...

Page 8: ...be made in accordance with local regulations Voltage and power consumption are indicated on the rating plate inside the appliance Regulations require that the appliance is earthed The manufacturer declines all liability for injury to persons or animals and for damage to property resulting from failure to observe the above procedures and reminders If the plug and socket are not of the same type hav...

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