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∙ The time required to freeze food may be shortened by
dividing it into smaller portions.
∙ Suitable packaging materials for frozen food are transparent
(i.e. non-coloured) plastic wrap or bags, or aluminium foil.
The packaging materials should be well aired before use;
check that the package is air-tight before freezing the food.
We strongly recommend that you label every item stored in
the freezer with all relevant information such as type of food,
freezing date and use-by date.
∙ Do not attempt to deep-freeze carbonated beverages, warm
food or any kind of bottled liquids.
Use-by dates for frozen food are specifi ed (in months) in
the table below. Do not exceed these storage times. Always
observe the information provided by the manufacturer of the
product in question.
∙ If the unit remains switched off for an extended period (eg
during a power failure), keep the door closed; this will help
to maintain the lowest possible temperature in the cabinet.
The maximum safe-storage time in this case is 12 hours.
∙ However, please note that the normal storage times will be
shortened with increased internal temperature.
Making ice cubes
A special ice-cube tray is provided for making ice cubes. Fill
the tray ¾ full with drinking water and place it in the freezer
compartment. The ice cubes are easier to remove from the tray
if the tray is left standing at room temperature for 5 minutes.
De-frosting and cleaning
After a certain period of operation and depending on several
factors (e.g. how often the door has been opened), a layer of
ice will form on the evaporators located below the drawers and
on the drawer fronts themselves. Once the build-up of ice has
reached a thickness of 3 to 5 mm, the unit must be de-frosted.
The build-up of ice increases the power consumption of the
appliance.
∙ When de-frosting the unit, ensure that the plug has been
removed from the wall socket,
∙ Remove all food from the compartment and store it in a
cool location, eg together with pre-frozen freezer-packs
in a closed plastic container. Note that, even with a slight
increase in temperature, the storage life will be shortened
and the food should be used as soon as possible.
∙ To accelerate defrosting, place one or several containers
with hot (but not boiling) water inside the freezer
compartment and close the door.
∙ Do not pour water over or inside the unit.
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∙ Warning: Do not use any external device or other means
(e.g. heaters or heating fans) to accelerate de-frosting.
∙ For frequent cleaning we recommend the use of warm
water with some mild detergent. Any accessories should be
cleaned separately with soapy water. Do not put them in a
dishwasher.
∙ Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions or any
cleaning agents that contain alcohol.
∙ After cleaning, thoroughly clean all surfaces again with fresh
water before wiping them completely dry. When re-inserting
the plug into the wall socket ensure that you have dry
hands.
∙ Turn the temperature control to its maximum setting. After 24
hours, the temperature control can be returned to its normal
setting.
∙ Take care not to remove or damage the rating plate inside
the cabinet during cleaning.
∙ To save energy, the condenser and the compressor (at the
rear) should be cleaned carefully at least twice a year with a
hand-brush or a vacuum cleaner.
Energy saving tips
∙ The appliance should be set up in a well-ventilated, dry
room.
∙ Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight, and do not
position it next to any heat sources (radiators, cookers etc).
If this cannot be avoided, however, suitable insulation must be
installed between the heat source and the unit.
∙ Do not cover the ventilation openings and grilles, and ensure
suffi cient air circulation behind the unit.
∙ The compressor (at the rear) should be cleaned at regular
intervals. Accumulated dust causes an increase in energy
consumption.
∙ Warm food should be allowed to cool down before it is
stored inside.
∙ To prevent an increased build-up of ice, do not leave the
freezer door open for too long when loading or taking out
food.
∙ Frequent de-frosting helps to save energy. For detailed
information on cleaning the appliance, please refer to the
section De-frosting and cleaning.
∙ Do not set a lower-than-necessary temperature. For detailed
information on the temperature settings, please refer to the
section Temperature control.
Trouble-shooting
Certain typical sounds can be heard when the appliance is
switched on. These sounds are:
∙ caused by the
electrical motor within
the compressor
assembly; during
compressor start-up
the sound level will be
slightly higher for a
limited period of time.
∙ caused by the cooling agent fl owing through the circuit.
The following table lists the possible malfunctions, their