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∙ To ensure suffi cient distribution of
cold air, keep a minimum distance
of 3 cm between the vapouriser
assembly and the tray containing
the food to be frozen.
∙ Do not allow unfrozen food to
come into contact with food that is
already frozen.
∙ Caution: Do not exceed the maximum freezing capacity
per day. The product data sheet at the end of this manual
contains details of the maximum daily freezing capacity.
∙ For quick-freezing, set the temperature control to Max. After
24 hours, once the food is well frozen, the temperature
control can be set back to its original position.
∙ 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.
∙ Frozen food can be defrosted in the refrigerator. This way,
the food is defrosted at a slower rate, retaining its taste.
Furthermore, the frozen food helps to keep the temperature
inside the refrigerator at its intended level.
Use-by dates for frozen food are specifi ed (in months) in
the table below.
∙ Do not exceed these storage times.
∙ However, always observe the manufacturer's use-by dates
for the frozen food.
∙ If the unit remains switched off for an extended period (eg
during a power failure), the door should be kept closed;
this will help to maintain the lowest possible temperature
in the cabinet. The product data sheet contains detailed
information of the maximum safe storage time in case of
malfunction. Even a slight rise in the inside temperature will
shorten the storage life of the food.
Freezer tray
The freezer tray allows for gentle freezing of delicate foods
such as herbs and fruit, while preventing them from sticking
together. Place the goods to be frozen onto the tray individually
and freeze them. After 8-10 hours, remove the frozen items and
put them into suitable containers.
Making ice cubes
A special ice-cube tray is provided for making ice cubes. Fill
the tray up to ¾ with drinking water and place it in the freezer
compartment for a few hours. 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
∙ Always remove the plug from the wall socket before
cleaning.
∙ Do not pour water over or inside the unit.
∙ For frequent cleaning we recommend the use of warm water
with some mild detergent. To prevent any unpleasant odour
within the refrigerator, it should be cleaned about once a
month.
∙ 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 with fresh water
before wiping them completely dry.
∙ When re-inserting the plug into the wall socket ensure that
you have dry hands.
∙ Take care not to remove or damage the rating plate inside
the cabinet during cleaning.
De-frosting the freezer compartment
∙ 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, as the build-up of ice increases the power
consumption of the appliance.
∙ The freezer should be thoroughly cleaned at least twice a
year.
∙ Always remove the plug from the wall socket before
cleaning.
∙ 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.
∙ Keep the door open.
∙ Remove the cover panel.
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