John Lewis JLCH100, Instruction Manual

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Defrosting

The freezer compartment will become progressively
covered with frost. This should be removed with a
plastic scraper whenever the thickness of frost
exceeds 6mm (1/4").

During this operation it is not necessary to switch off
the power supply or to remove the foodstuffs.

However, when the ice becomes very thick on the
inner liner, complete defrosting should be carried out
and it is advisable to perform this operation when the
appliance is empty.

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To carry out complete defrosting:

1. Disconnect the freezer from the electricity supply.

2. Remove any stored food, wrap in several layers of

newspaper and store in a cool place.

3. Leave the lid open.

4. To accelerate the defrosting process place a bowl

of hot (not boiling) water inside the freezer and
close the lid.

5. When defrosting is completed, dry the interior

thoroughly.

6. Turn the thermostat control back to a medium setting

between 3-4 and leave to run for at least 2 hours.

7. Replace the previously removed food.

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A temperature rise of the frozen food packs during
defrosting may shorten their safe storage life. 

Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off frost from
the evaporator as this could damage the appliance
beyond repair.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Before any maintenance or cleaning is
carried out you must DISCONNECT the
appliance from the electricity supply

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Clean the inside and accessories with warm water
and bicarbonate of soda (5m1 to 0.5 litre of water).

Rinse and dry thoroughly.

NEVER use detergents, abrasive
powders, highly perfumed cleaning
products or wax polishes to clean the
interior as these will damage the
surface and leave a strong odour.

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Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water.

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When the appliance is not in use for long periods,
disconnect from the electricity supply, empty all
foods and clean the appliance, leaving the lid open
to prevent unpleasant smells.

Something Not Working

If the appliance is not working correctly, please carry out the following checks before calling out an engineer.

If after all above checks there is still a fault, contact your local Service Force Centre.

In-guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made, as the engineer will make a
charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.

Please note that proof of purchase is required for any in-guarantee service calls.

Defect:

Freezer not cold

enough

Too much frost formed

Check if:

Temperature of stored foods

increases (becomes hotter).

Lid does not close

completely

Lot of moisture in the room 

Goods packed poorly

Possible cause:

Plug not connected correctly

Defect in switch or fuse

Power failure

Lid in contact with goods in

freezer

Moisture from washing

machine, tumble-dryer, etc.

Lot of moisture from goods

Action:

Check plug and socket

Check fuse, call electrician

Wait until power is restored

Re-arrange goods, check that

lid closes correctly

Move freezer to a room with

less moisture, or air regularly

Re-pack goods, see under

“How to use”