Section 3. Operating the Appliance
3.1. Switching on the Appliance
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Allow the appliance to stand for a minimum of 4 hours after installation.
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Plug in the appliance and switch on at the mains supply.
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Set the thermostat control to the required setting as detailed in the
Temperature Control section (3.2.).
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Leave the appliance for approximately 4 hours for the
correct temperature to be reached.
3.2. Temperature Control
The temperature selector knob is located on the right hand side of the
appliance interior (see Description of the Appliance on page 3).
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Setting “0”: Unit Off
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Setting “1”: Unit On – Warmest Temperature
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Setting “3”: Normal Operation (adequate for most situations)
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Setting “7”: Coldest Temperature
Important!
During high ambient temperatures e.g. on hot summer days, it may be
necessary to set the thermostat to the coldest setting (position 7). This may
cause the compressor to run continuously in order to maintain a low temperature
in the cabinet.
3.3. Storing & Freezing Food in the Freezer-Box
This appliance has a four star freezer-box and is suitable for the long-term
storage of frozen food items. It can also be used for freezing and storing fresh
food items. You should always follow the storage guidelines printed on each food
producers packaging, however the following information is provided as a general
guide for the maximum storage life of frozen items:
- Fresh Meat and Poultry – up to 12 months
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Cooker Meats – up to 2 months
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Fresh Fish – up to 6 months
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Fruit and Vegetables – up to 12 months
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Bread and Cakes – up to 6 months
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