5.3 Temperature alarm
An audible signal sounds if the freezing tempera‐
ture is not cold enough.
The temperature display and the alarm symbol
Fig. 2 (7) flash at the same time.
The cause of the temperature being too high may be:
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warm fresh food was placed inside
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too much warm ambient air flowed in when rearranging
and removing food
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Prolonged power outage
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the appliance is faulty
The audible signal switches off automatically, the alarm
symbol Fig. 2 (7) turns off and the temperature display stops
flashing when the temperature is cold enough again.
If the alarm status persists: (see 7 Malfunctions) .
Note
Food may be spoilt if the temperature is not cold enough.
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Check the quality of the food. Do not consume spoiled
food.
5.3.1 Muting the temperature alarm
The audible signal can be switched off. The alarm function
is reactivated when the temperature is cold enough again.
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Press alarm button Fig. 2 (6).
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The audible signal switches off.
5.4 Freezing food
The rating plate indicates the maximum quantity of fresh
food you can freeze within 24 hours (see 1 Appliance at a
glance) under “Freezing capacity ... kg/24h”.
Each drawer can hold a max. of 25 kg of frozen food.
The trays can each hold a max. of 35 kg of frozen food.
A vacuum is generated after the door is closed. After closing
the door, wait for about 1 minute and then it opens more
easily.
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to broken glass!
Bottles and cans containing drinks may burst when being
frozen. This applies particularly to sparkling drinks.
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Do not freeze bottles and cans containing drinks!
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Depending on the amount of food items you want
to freeze, you should switch QuickFreeze on well in
advance.
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If storing a smaller amount of items, switch on 6 hours
before freezing.
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If storing the maximum amount of items, switch on 24
hours before freezing.
So that the food is rapidly frozen through to the core, do not
exceed the following quantities per pack
- Fruit, vegetables up to 1 kg
- Meat up to 2.5 kg
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Pack the food in portions in freezer bags, reusable
plastic, metal or aluminium containers
5.5 Thawing food
- in the refrigerator compartment
- in a microwave oven
- in a conventional or fan oven
- at room temperature
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Remove only as much food as is required. Use thawed
food as quickly as possible.
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Food once thawed should be re-frozen only in exceptional
cases.
5.6 Setting the temperature
The temperature depends on the following factors:
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the frequency of opening the door
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how long the door is open for
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the room temperature of the installation location
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the type, temperature and quantity of the food
Recommended temperature setting: -18 °C
The temperature is changed sequentially. Once the -28 °C
setting is reached, the sequence starts again at -14 °C.
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Change temperature continually: hold down setting
button.
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During adjustment the value flashes on the display.
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The new setting is adopted approx. 5 seconds after the
last time the button was pressed and the set tempera‐
ture is again displayed. The temperature in the interior
gradually adjusts to the new value.
5.7 Fast-Freeze
With this function you can freeze fresh food quickly
through to the core. The appliance operates with
maximum refrigeration. The noise of the refrigeration
unit may be temporarily louder as a result.
You can freeze as many kilograms of fresh food within
24 hrs as is indicated on the type plate under “Freezing
capacity ... kg/24hrs”. This maximum freezing quantity can
vary depending on model and climate class.
Depending on how much fresh food is to be frozen you must
switch Fast-Freeze on in advance - for a small amount of
food to be frozen, about 6 hours, for the maximum amount
about 24 hours before putting the food in.
Wrap produce and spread it out as far as possible. Do not
allow produce to be frozen to touch produce that is already
frozen to prevent the latter thawing.
You must not switch Fast-Freeze on in the following cases:
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when placing frozen food in the freezer
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when freezing up to approx. 2 kg fresh food daily
5.7.1 Freezing with Fast-Freeze
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Briefly press the QuickFreeze button.
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The QuickFreeze symbol lights up.
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The freezing temperature drops, the appliance operates
with the maximum cooling capacity.
For a smaller quantity of produce to be frozen:
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wait approx. 6 h.
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Place packaged food in the deep bottom drawers.
For the maximum quantity of produce to be frozen:
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wait approx. 24 h.
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Remove the deep bottom drawers and place the food
directly on the lower trays.
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The QuickFreeze symbol goes out when the freezing
process is complete.
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Place the food in the drawers and close them again.
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The appliance continues to operate in the energy-saving,
normal mode.
Control
* Depending on model and options
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