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this setting even after freezing for a few hours.
The appliance is not compromised if the setting
will not revert to a normal operating temperature
after the freezing process, but for economic rea-
sons you should possibly avoid it.
•
Fresh food should be frozen as fast as possible to
the core. During freezing operation, the tempera-
ture of fresh food should be lowered as fast as
possible to keep formation of ice crystals as little
as possible and not to damage the food structure.
•
Frozen food should be kept in contact with the
bottom of the compartment.
•
Keep a space between the individual items, so
that the cold air can circulate.
Storing froze
Storing froze
Storing froze
Storing frozen food
n food
n food
n food
•
Packed frozen merchandise should be stored in a
4-star-freezer compartment in accordance with
the manufacturer’s data. Make sure the food
items do not defrost after purchase and to store
them as fast as possible in the freezer.
•
It is possible to store food for longer periods of
time, up to three months. This period might vary,
so observe the storage information on the pack-
aging of the merchandise.
General safety precautions
General safety precautions
General safety precautions
General safety precautions
•
Do not exceed the maximum freezing capacity.
See data under "EU Product Data Sheet” or on
the rating label.
•
Do not store bottles or cans. These can break
when the contents freeze – or even explode, if
they contain carbonated drinks.
•
Once products have been defrosted halfway or
completely, they should be consumed as soon as
possible and should not be frozen again, except
they have been processed to a ready meal.
•
Keep the door closed in case of power failure.
If the failure does not take longer than 15
15
15
15 hours
hours
hours
hours,
the food will not be affected.
•
Do not eat food that is still frozen. Do not eat ice
cream directly from the freezer. The cold can
cause injuries in the oral cavity.
•
Touching metal parts inside the unit can cause
symptoms like burns if the skin is very sensitive.
•
Never touch frozen food with moist or wet hands.
Operating noise
Operating noise
Operating noise
Operating noise
Ty
Ty
Ty
Type of sound
pe of sound
pe of sound
pe of sound Cause
Cause
Cause
Cause
Mumbling
Compressor during its operation
Liquid sounds Circulation of the refrigerant
Click sounds
The temperature control turns the
compressor on or off
Disturbing
noises
Vibration of the shelves or cool-
ing coils
Switching
Switching
Switching
Switching off
off
off
off
To s
To s
To s
To switch off the appliance disconnect it from the
witch off the appliance disconnect it from the
witch off the appliance disconnect it from the
witch off the appliance disconnect it from the
power supply.
power supply.
power supply.
power supply.
If the appliance is out of use for long periods:
•
Remove the appliance content.
•
Defrost (model dependent) and clean the device
thoroughly (see ”Cleaning and Maintenance”).
•
Leave open the appliance door to avoid formation
of mold and unpleased odor.
Tips for Energy saving
Tips for Energy saving
Tips for Energy saving
Tips for Energy saving
•
Disconnect the appliance from the power supply,
if it isn’t in use.
•
Do not install the appliance near stoves, heaters
or other heat sources. In case of higher ambient
temperatures, the compressor will run more fre-
quently and longer.
•
Ensure enough ventilation at the bottom and rear
side. Never block ventilation openings.
•
Do not adjust the temperature colder than neces-
sary.
•
Allow warm dishes to cool down before putting
into the appliance.
