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OPERATION
Fig. 16
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4
2
6
1
3
5
A
B
D
C
This 4 (
) freezer is suitable for the storage of
commercially frozen food marked with 2-4 stars.
The normal operating temperature of –18
°
C is
suitable for long term storage of frozen food.
Pre-packaged, commercially frozen food is normally
suitable for storage of up to 3 months, unless
otherwise stated by the manufacturer. This
appliance is also suitable for freezing fresh food.
The top basket should be used to freeze fresh food.
The controls
(See Fig. 16)
The control panel is situated at the base of the
appliance, and can be seen under the door.
A. Fast freeze button
When you place fresh food in the appliance, you
press the fast freeze button; the length of time you
need to leave the appliance on fast freeze depends
on the weight of food.
B. Red temperature alarm indicator light
The red temperature alarm light will come on as
soon as the freezer is plugged in, or when it has
been filled with fresh food until it reaches the
correct temperature. This light will come on when
the temperature rises above normal in the cabinet.
C. Thermostat control
Turn the thermostat control knob clockwise to the
required setting, which is 3-4.
D. Mains On button
The green mains on button is illuminated
continuously, to show that the appliance is on.
Frozen food storage
Your appliance has the following frozen food net
storage volume: 92 litres weight of stored food 29.4 kg.
Operate the fast freeze switch BEFORE placing
fresh food to be frozen in the freezer.
Place fresh food to be frozen in the top basket; food
is completely frozen 24 hours later.
When the food is completely frozen it can be
transferred to one of the other 2 baskets. If a very
small quantity of fresh food is to be frozen, it is NOT
necessary to adjust the thermostat control in
advance. Always ensure that air can circulate
around the food to be frozen; this will help it to
freeze quicker.
Do not allow fresh food which is to be frozen, touch
food which is already frozen.
During the freezing process, please make sure that
the door remains closed.
Important
If the temperature of frozen food rises because of:
a)
Non compliance with manufacturer’s
recommendations,
b)
Electric power failure,
c)
Defrosting,
then recommended storage life may be reduced and
storage times may not apply.
Frozen food which is allowed to thaw accidentally
should either be used immediately or thrown away.
Alternatively if the food is uncooked and has not
been completely defrosted it can be cooked and then
refrozen.