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Before using your Freezer
Before placing food in the freezer, it needs to be cleaned by wiping the interior using warm water and a soft
cloth. Wipe the freezer completely dry before replacing the shelf.
Check that your power outlet is compatible with the plug supplied with the freezer.
IMPORTANT: Always allow at least 12 hours before turning on the freezer to allow the coolant fluid time to
settle after the freezer is in place. Failure to do this may result in damage to the appliance and such damage
is not covered by the guarantee.
Before placing any food in the freezer it is recommended to leave it 24 hours. This allows you to ensure the
freezer is working correctly and gives enough time to allow the temperature in the refrigerator to drop to the
correct level.
Using your Freezer
The ideal internal temperature of your freezer should be between -12˚C to -18˚C. Before turning on the
freezer, make sure that the temperature control, which is located at the back of the freezer is set to
NORMAL. Allow 24 hours before placing food in the freezer to allow the temperature to fall to the correct
level. If you wish to decrease the temperature in the freezer, turn the thermostat to the MAX position and the
internal freezer temperature will drop to -18˚C.
Your freezer must NOT be placed in a room where the temperature goes below 18˚C or above 38˚C for
prolonged periods, as the internal freezer temperature will not be maintained.
Precautions
The freezer is capable of producing very cold temperatures which may cause injury if safety precautions are
not observed.
Caution: Do not touch ice with bare hands as this could cause ice burns
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Do not attempt to freeze carbonated drinks suck as fizzy pop, mineral water, champagne etc, as the
bottles may break when frozen.
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The freezer must only be used for storing edible foodstuffs.
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Frozen food that has been thawed should not be re-frozen.
Storing Food in Your Freezer
Food which has been purchased frozen should be kept in its original packaging. Maximum storage times and
expiry dates are usually given on the food packaging.
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Do not attempt to re-freeze food that has thawed or partially thawed.
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When cooking food you must ensure it has thoroughly thawed, especially when dealing with poultry and
seafood.
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Do not overload the freezer baskets and always allow space between the packages of food. This
ensures that cold air is free to circulate, preventing the food packaging from sticking together.
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When removing ice cubes, it may help to hold the tray under running water for a few seconds in order to
loosen the ice cubes.
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When freezing hot food allow it to cool before placing it in the freezer. Always store it away from food
which is already frozen.
