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o If the unit is switched off or unplugged, you must allow at least 5
minutes before restarting the appliance on the thermostat or
connecting it to your mains supply.
Switching on the appliance and setting the thermostat
You switch on your appliance by connecting it to your mains supply
and setting the thermostat. The thermostat control knob is located at
the top of the appliance.
o The thermostat automatically regulates the temperature inside of
the fridge, depending on what number you have turned the
thermostat control knob to:-
o Position <0> means that the appliance will not cool. However
the light will still function.
o Position <1> will give you a higher temperature inside of the
freezer.
o Position <6> will give you a lower temperature inside of the
freezer.
o Ideally the thermostat should be set to a position of between <3> to
<4>.
o The freezer can cool down to -18 degrees centigrade and lower.
IMPORTANT: The ambient temperature of the room, the
temperature of the food and the amount of food that has been
placed in the appliance and how often the door is opened, will all
affect the temperature being maintained by the appliance.
O On the maximum setting (position <5>), your freezer will work
harder to maintain a lower temperature and will increase the energy
usage. There is no need to run your appliance on this setting for
prolonged periods.
Position
Conditions
1-2
Summer or ambient temperature between 25-35 °C
3-4
Spring, autumn or ambient temperature between
15-25 °C
4-5
Winter, or ambient temperature between 5-15 °C
Control panel
1. Thermostat control dial.
2.. Power indicator light
3. Temperature warning light
o
Power light (Green)
- will light up as soon as the appliance is
connected to your mains supply.
o
Temperature rise warning light (Red)
- will light up when the
appliance detects a rise in temperature that could affect the contents
of your freezer.
THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT
o
The freezer compartment temperature must have already reached -
18 degrees centigrade (or lower) before you attempt to store food
that is already frozen or freezing fresh food.
o
The freezer compartment is only able to freeze a certain quantity of
food at one time. You should not attempt to freeze more than 4.5
kilograms of fresh food within a 24 hour period.
o
Warm food should be allowed to cool down before you attempt to
freeze it. If you place warm food in the freezer, then the increased
humidity will cause quicker ice formation and increase the amount
of power that the appliance uses.
o
The guidance of the food manufacturer should be followed, in
regard to the maximum storage time.
o
Thawed foods must not be frozen for a second time.
o
Do not open the freezer door too often or leave the door open for
long periods of time, as this will increase the temperature inside of
the appliance and will increase the energy usage.
Tips on freezing
o Freezer bags, polythene wraps, aluminium foil (extra thick) and
special cans for frozen foods are suitable packaging for storing frozen
goods in.
o Tape, rubber bands or plastic clips are suitable for sealing bags and
wrappings.
o Before sealing a suitable bag, you should compress the air out of it,
as this will help the food to freeze more easily.
o Flat packages freeze more easily.
o If you are freezing liquid, then do not fill the container to the brim.
o
Liquids will expand when being frozen.
o
For frozen food, refer to the storage time written on the food
packaging. This storage time is achieved whenever the setting
respects the reference temperatures of the compartment (one-star -
6°C, two stars -12°C, three stars -18°C)
Do not place bottles (glass or tin) containing liquids (especially
sparkling liquids) into the freezer as they could cause the bottle to
burst during freezing.
Position different food in different compartments according to be
below table
Refrigerator compartment
Type of food
Freezer drawer(s)/tray
•
Foods for long-term storage
•
Bottom drawer for raw meet,
poultry, fish
•
Middle drawer for frozen
vegetables, chips.
•
Top tray for ice cream, frozen
fruit, frozen baked goods.
Making ice cubes
o Fill the ice cube tray with water and place it in the freezer
compartment.
o After the water is completely frozen and turned to ice, you can twist
the ice cube tray (as shown in the drawing below) to dispense the ice.
SAVING ENERGY WHEN USING YOUR FREEZER
Installing:
o Install the appliance in a cool position. If it is placed in direct sunlight
or next to an oven or other heat source, the energy consumption can
increase substantially.
o Ensure the appliance is installed with the correct ventilation
requirements. Restricting ventilation can increase the energy
consumption by 15%.
Cleaning and Maintenance:
o
Occasionally clean the condenser coils (if present) at the back of the
appliance to maintain a high performance level.
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