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Temperature regulation
The temperature is automatically regulated and can
be increased to achieve a higher temperature
(warmer) by rotating the thermostat knob towards
minimum or reduced (colder) by rotating the knob
towards maximum. However, the exact setting
should be chosen keeping in mina that the
temperature inside the refrigerator depends on:
room temperature;
how often the door is opened;
the quantity of food stored;
location of appliance.
A medium setting is generally the most suitable.
To stop operation, simply turn the thermostat knob to
position Ç0È.
Fast freezing
For fast-freezing, turn the N/S knob (B) to position
ÒSÓ.The fast freeze light (D) will come on.
Warning light
Warning light (E) lights up when the temperature
inside the freezer compartment has increased to a
value which might endanger the long-term storage of
food in the compartment. When the appliance is
switched on for the first time or when food is placed
in the compartment for freezing, it is normal for this
light to remain on until the temperature has reached
the level required for correct storage.
Freezing food
Set the freezer to quick-freezing operational status.
Wait at least 3 hours before introducing fresie foods
into the freezer if it has only recently been turned on.
If the freezer has already been working for some
time, turn the respective knob to the ÇSÈ position at
least 24 hours before introducing the food into the
freezer in order to ensure better freezing results.
This period of time may be shortened according to
the quantity of food. When quick-freezing is being
performed, the compressor works continuously,
employing all of its refrigerating power to the
maximum. Keep the knob as it is for another 24
hours after the introduction of the food into the
freezer and then return the knob to the ÇNÈ position.
Bear in mind the freezing capacity of your freezer;
that is, the maximum quantity of food that may be
frozen in 24 hours. This freezing capacity is 20 kg.
Distribute the packages as shown in Figure.
Arrange the foods to be frozen in the upper
compartments. When the necessary freezing time
has elapsed, distribute the newly-frozen foods into
the drawers to free the compartments for new foods
to be frozen.
Important
When electrical current happens to be cut off, the
freezer door must not be opened. If the power failure
is short (up to 6-8 hours) and the freezer is full, there
is no risk that the food will spoil. If the power failure
lasts longer, the food must be consumed as rapidly
as possible, or otherwise cooked and re-frozen
again.
Note
On the inner door you will find a list of foods followed
by a number. These numbers indicate the maximum
period of time for which the food in question may be
conserved (in months).
Frozen food storage
When the freezer is being turned on for the first time,
or after a prolonged period of disuse, turn the N/S
knob to the Quick-freezing position and then wait at
least two hours before introducing the food to be
conserved. You may then return the knob to the ÇNÈ
position. This two-hour waiting period may be
avoided if the freezer has already been in operation.
Thawing out frozen foods
Frozen foods must be allowed to thaw out before
use either in the refrigerator (meat, poultry, fish, etc.)
or at room temperature (ali other foods) according to
the available time. Frozen products which come in
small-sized or separate packages may be cooked
directly without thawing; obviously, in this case, the
cooking time will fast a little longer.
Ice-cube production
Fill the trays with water to 3/4 of their height, to
permit the expansion of the ice, then put them in the
space below the quick-freezing compartment (see
the diagram). If the water in your area is rich in
minerai salts (limestone, in particular), we advise you
to use noncarbonated mineral water for the
production of ice cubes. The ice-cubes may be
shaken out of the plastic trays with a slight twist.
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10 Kg
10 Kg
