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3. If it is possible to start the appliance on an alternative energy sources.
4. If the appliance fails to work on gas, check:
a) That the gas bottle is not empty.
b) That the regulator is not faulty.
c) If another appliance is connected to the same supply, check if it works
properly.
5. If the appliance fails to work on 230V (Mains Electricity), check:
a) That the 230V supply is connected to the unit.
b) That there are no loose connections.
c) That the heating element has not burnt out.
d) Check if electric supply is on by feeling if hot air comes out of the top of the
flue (chimney .This will take about 1 hour after switching on).
IF THE APPLIANCE IS NOT COLD ENOUGH IT MAY BE BECAUSE:
1. The ventilation of the absorption unit is inadequate. Allow at least 100mm
around Back, sides, and 600mm above.
2. The evaporator is frosted up – see Defrosting page 7.
3 The gas pressure is incorrect – check the pressure regulator at the gas cylinder
or at the jet (6) of the burner. (Page 9 – Gas burner parts list).
4 If the jet (6) is blocked, remove the jet, clean with alcohol or other solvent and
blow through with compressed air. Never use a piece of wire or a pin to clean
the jet. (Page 9 – Gas burner parts list).
5 Check that you have the correct regulator for the cylinder and gas type that you
are using.
6 You have run out of gas.
7. The ambient temperature is too high.
8. Too many products are loaded into the freezer at one time – air must be able to
circulate freely.
9. The lid is not properly closed or the lid seal is defective.
10. The baffle has not been inserted into the chimney. (factory fitted)
11. The absorption unit is leaking. In the case of a visible leak, there will be traces
of a yellow deposit at the point where the ammonia is escaping. If there is a
leak on the evaporator inside the cabinet, a smell of ammonia may be
noticeable inside the bin. If a leak is detected, under
NO
circumstances should
you try to repair it, as the unit is pressurized with hydrogen and may explode if
welding is attempted on the unit. Call a qualified service technician. Turn off
the gas or electric supply, and then empty the appliance. If it is in a small room
or in sleeping quarters and the smell of ammonia persists remove the appliance
to a well ventilated area. Do not try to use it.
12 There may be a drop in supply voltage, electric function only.
