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Safety Warnings

For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock, please follow all the 

safety precautions listed below.
•  Read all instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them for future reference.
•  Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third party, make sure to include this manual.
•  Keep ventilation openings in the unit enclosure clear of obstructions.
•  Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other 

than those recommended by the manufacturer.

•  Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the freezer, unless 

they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

•  If the mains cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a 

qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard.

•  Choose a location for your unit away from heat sources such as radiators or fires as 

refrigerant and vesicant are burnable.

•  Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the unit.
•  Do not damage the refrigerant circuit (applicable only for appliances with refrigeration 

circuits which are accessible to the user).

•  The unit must be maneuvered by a minimum of 2 persons.
•  This unit is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced sensory or 

mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given 

supervision or instructions concerning the use of the freezer by a person responsible for 

their safety.

•  If your unit is fitted with a lock to prevent children being trapped inside, keep the key out of 

reach and not in the vicinity of the unit.

•  Do not store volatile or flammable substances in the unit.
•  Do not store bottles or glass containers in the unit. Contents can expand when frozen (fizzy 

drinks) which may break the bottle and damage the unit.

WARNING

IT IS HAZARDOUS FOR ANYONE OTHER THAN AUTHORISED SERVICE PERSONNEL TO 

CARRY OUT SERVICING OF REPAIRS WHICH INVOLVE THE REMOVAL OF COVERS.

TO AVOID THE RISK OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIRS YOURSELF.

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Summary of Contents for CUF55W10

Page 1: ...UNDERCOUNTER FREEZER INSTRUCTION MANUAL CUF55W10 CUF55W10_IB_final110512_door change indd 1 12 05 2011 4 18 PM ...

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Page 3: ...reezing 9 Noises Inside the Unit 9 Shopping for Frozen Foods 10 Preparations for Freezing 10 Defrosting Frozen Food 11 Cleaning 12 Defrosting 12 Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit 12 Cleaning Tips 12 Maintenance 13 Care When Handling Moving the Unit 13 Servicing 13 Switching Off for Long Periods of Time 13 Disposal 13 Specification 14 Safety Warnings 15 CUF55W10_IB_final110512_door...

Page 4: ...ion Manual P N CUF55W10 003 Thank youfor purchasing your new Currys Essentials Freezer We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features it offers Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this instruction manual for future reference If items are missing or damaged please contact Partmaster UK ...

Page 5: ...age or outdoor installation Do not drape the unit with any covering When installing the unit ensure that 2 cm of free space is left at both sides and 3 cm at the rear of the unit The door can be opened to the right or the left depending on what better suits the location Please ensure there is adequate space for the door to fully open Reversing the Door Swing Tools required Phillips style screwdriv...

Page 6: ...ck on to the top hinge Screw the bottom hinge into place on the new side 6 Check that the door is aligned horizontally and vertically and that the seals are closed on all sides before finally tightening the bottom hinge Re adjust the levelling feet 2 Remove the screws and hinge bracket from the base CUF55W10_IB_final110512_door change indd 6 12 05 2011 4 18 PM ...

Page 7: ...unit Clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth If you require more information refer to the Cleaning section Before Using Your Unit Before placing any food in your unit turn it on and wait for 24 hours to make sure it is working properly and to allow it time to fall to the correct temperature Your unit should not be overfilled Before Plugging in YOU MUST Check that you have a socket which i...

Page 8: ...8 Product Overview Ice Tray Plastic Scraper Freezer Drawers Thermostat Control Dial Levelling Feet CUF55W10_IB_final110512_door change indd 8 12 05 2011 4 18 PM ...

Page 9: ...ower Adjusting the Temperature The internal temperature of the unit is controlled by a thermostat SUPER position is the coldest setting and it is used for fast freezing The recommended position is between MIN and MAX but it should be adjusted according to the environment Fast Freezing Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible Setting SUPER makes your unit operate at its coldest temperatur...

Page 10: ...k the food before freezing it Don t freeze food in metal containers if you may want to microwave it straight from the freezer Use special freezer bags freezer film polythene bags plastic containers and aluminium foil heavy duty grade only If in doubt double wrap your food Don t use aluminium foil for acidic foods e g citrus fruits Don t use thin cling film glass or used food containers without cle...

Page 11: ...icularly with meat These crystals indicate that the food has not fully defrosted 4 Cook food as soon as possible after defrosting 5 Many microwaves and ovens have a defrost setting To avoid bacterial build up only use these if you intend to cook the food immediately afterwards Never refreeze anything that has been defrosted out unless you cook it again to kill off harmful bacteria Never re freeze ...

Page 12: ...owl of hot water inside the unit and closing the door As the solid frost loosens scrap it away with the plastic scraper and remove 3 When defrosting is complete clean your unit s interior and exterior Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit Remove all the drawers before cleaning Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda and then rinse with warm water using a w...

Page 13: ...nnect it from the mains supply empty all food and clean the appliance leaving the door ajar to prevent unpleasant smells Disposal Old units still have some residual value An environmentally friendly method of disposal will ensure that valuable raw materials can be recovered and used again The refrigerant used in your unit and insulation materials require special disposal procedures Ensure that non...

Page 14: ...mpartment 79L Defrosting Type Manual Defrost Storage Temperature 18 C Energy Consumption 0 61kWh 24h Energy Grading A Temperature Rise 16 5hr Freezing Capacity 4 0kg 24h Rated Voltage 230V Rated Current 0 7A Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice CUF55W10_IB_final110512_door change indd 14 12 05 2011 4 18 PM ...

Page 15: ...dren should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the unit Do not damage the refrigerant circuit applicable only for appliances with refrigeration circuits which are accessible to the user The unit must be maneuvered by a minimum of 2 persons This unit is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge ...

Page 16: ...n organised way If food is not stored in an organised way searching for an item will mean the door is open for longer Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the unit Placing hot food in the unit will cause the compressor to run for a long time as the unit will have to work harder to lower the temperature Store food covered or packaged The evaporation or condensation of liqui...

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Page 20: ...equipment should be disposed at the end of its life separately from your household waste There are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU For more information please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product Visit Partmaster co uk today for the easiest way to buy electrical spares and accessories With over 1 million spares and accessories available w...

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