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Setting the temperature regulation button
The temperature regulation button has 3 settings:
o MIN (cold)
o MED (colder, standard setting)
o MAX (coldest)
The temperature inside the appliance may be affected
by several conditions including the ambient temperature,
the frequency at which the door is opened, the quantity
of food stored in the appliance and its location. It may be
necessary to experiment with temperature regulation until
you find the optimum setting.
Normal operating noises
When the appliance is switched on, a slight gurgling or
bubbling sound can be heard. This is the coolant being
pumped around the cooling system. When the compressor
is running, it hums or makes a discrete knocking sound.
The compressor does not run all the time. The thermostat
switches it on and off at regular intervals. These sounds
are all completely normal and do not indicate that the
appliance is faulty.
Freezing food produce
• Place fresh food on the top shelf. To avoid the
formation of ice crystals that can damage food
structure, it is important that fresh food is frozen quickly.
• Never store unpacked food in the appliance. Store
food products in their original packaging or in freezer
bags or freezer-safe containers.
• Write date and description on foods before putting
them into the appliance.
• Never store aerated beverages in the appliance as
bottles can explode.
Storing frozen foods
• Store frozen food in the appliance as soon as you
return from the store. If food has thawed during
transport, this may reduce the quality and lifetime of
the product.
• Never pack frozen foods too tightly. Allow space for air
to circulate between items.
• Always reseal opened packaging in airtight packaging
to avoid desiccation.
• Store proprietary frozen foods in accordance with the
manufacturers’s instructions.
• Make sure you use frozen foods before the expiry date.
Remove food that has gone beyond its expiry date
from the appliance.
• Frozen food that has advertently been thawed (partially
or completely) must be used immediately or disposed
of (see guidelines above).
Inadvertent thawing of frozen foods due to power
failure
In case of power failure, do not open the appliance and do
not put more food into it. When the power returns, check
the temperature inside the appliance using a themometer
and check the condition of the food. Follow these general
guidelines for treatment of thawed food:
• Ice cream: must be discarded if it has thawed.
• Fruit and vegetables: must be prepared and used
immediately if they have softened.
• Bread and cakes: can be refrozen.
• Fish and shellfish: must be stored in the fridge and
consumed as soon as possible.
• Left-overs: must be stored in the fridge and consumed
as soon as possible.
• Meat: Large cuts can be refrozen if there are still ice
crystals inside. Smaller cuts must be stored in the
fridge and consumed as soon as possible.
• Chicken: must be stored in the fridge and consumed
as soon as possible. Chicken can be refrozen as a
ready meal.
Energy-saving tips
• Never install the appliance in the immediate vicinity of
a source of heat.
• Never obstruct the appliance’s ventilation slots.
• Allow hot food to cool at room temperature before
you place it in the fridge. Allow the food to cool down
further in the fridge before freezing.
• Thaw frozen food in the fridge.
• To avoid ice forming inside the appliance, always pack
food in airtight packaging.
• Never allow the door to stand open.
• Check the door is secure and forms a seal.
DE-ICING
De-ice the appliance 1-2 times a year or when there is a
great deal of ice inside it.
• Empty the appliance completely. Pack frozen food in
newspapers or carpets. Place in a cool, dark place.
o Make sure that the frozen food does not thaw too
much as this can reduce its quality and lifetime.
• Switch off and remove the plug from the wall socket.
• Open the door. Place a suitable container at the
bottom of the appliance to collect ice/water.
o To accelerate de-icing, place a bowl of hot (not
boiling) water inside the appliance.
o Use a plastic scraper to remove ice. Never scrape
ice using a sharp instrument as this may damage
the inside surfaces of the appliance.
• Place a cloth or rolled-up newspaper under the
appliance to absorb water escaping from the
appliance.
• When the appliance is completely de-iced, clean in
accordance with the Cleaning instructions below.
Ensure that the appliance is completely dry before
switching it on.
• Plug in and switch on the power.
• Replace the food products.
CLEANING
When cleaning the appliance, you should pay attention to
the following:
• Unplug the appliance before cleaning it.
• Cleaning the inside of the appliance:
o Clean the appliance using warm water and a little
bicarbonate of soda (5 ml per ½ litre of water).
o Never use soap or detergent as these can give off
odours. Never use detergents containing bleaching
agent or spirit.
o Wipe clean with a cloth wrung out in clean water
and then with a dry cloth. Allow the appliance to
dry completely before use.
• Cleaning the external surfaces of the appliance:
o To clean the external surfaces of the appliance
and the rubber seals around the door, wipe with a
damp cloth. A little detergent can be added if the
appliance is heavily soiled.
