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Storage space
Depending on requirements, shelves/drawers (par-
tially and depending on model) can be adjusted in
height or removed to optimize the storage space.
NOTE:
For the most efficient use of energy, place all shel-
ves/drawers in their original position.
Freezing
Fresh food should be frozen as fast as possible to
the core. During freezing operation, the tempera-
ture of fresh food should be lowered as fast as
possible to keep formation of ice crystals as little
as possible and not to damage the food structure.
Frozen food should be kept in contact with the
bottom of the compartment.
Keep a space between the individual items, so
that the cold air can circulate.
Storing frozen food
Packed frozen merchandise should be stored in a
4-star-freezer compartment in accordance with
the manufacturer’s data. Make sure the food
items do not defrost after purchase and to store
them as fast as possible in the freezer.
It is possible to store food for longer periods of
time, up to three months. This period might vary,
so observe the storage information on the pack-
aging of the merchandise.
Make sure that the temperature in the freezer
does not rise above -18°C. For this, the unit
should be defrosted regularly. A thick frozen layer
deteriorates the cooling and increases the power
consumption.
General safety precautions
Do not exceed the maximum freezing capacity.
Do not store bottles or cans. These can break
when the contents freeze – or even explode, if
they contain carbonated drinks.
Once products have been defrosted halfway or
completely, they should be consumed as soon as
possible and should not be frozen again, except
they have been processed to a ready meal.
Keep the appliance door closed in the event of a
power failure. Consider the information to the
-temperature rinse time- during which the device
content does not suffer any loss of quality.
Do not eat food that is still frozen. Do not eat ice
cream directly from the freezer. The cold can
cause injuries in the oral cavity.
Touching metal parts inside the unit can cause
symptoms like burns if the skin is very sensitive.
Never touch frozen food with moist or wet hands.
Operating noise
Type of sound Cause
Mumbling
Compressor during its operation
Liquid sounds Circulation of the refrigerant
Click sounds
The temperature control turns the
compressor on or off
Disturbing
noises
Vibration of the shelves or cool-
ing coils
Switching off
Disconnect the power supply to switch off the appli-
ance.
If the appliance is out of use for long periods:
Remove the appliance content.
Defrost (model dependent) and clean the device
thoroughly (see ”Cleaning and Maintenance”).
Leave open the appliance door to avoid formation
of mold and unpleased odor.
Tips for Energy saving
Disconnect the appliance from the power supply,
if it isn’t in use.
Do not install the appliance near stoves, heaters
or other heat sources. In case of higher ambient
