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∙ To maintain the quality of deep-frozen food, it should be
transported only in suitable containers and then placed
inside the freezer compartments without delay.
∙ Carefully check the packaging when buying frozen food: if
the packaging shows signs of moisture, has bubbled up or
is bulging, the food may not have been stored properly and
has spoiled.
∙ The storage times for frozen foods largely depend on the
ambient temperature, the temperature control setting, the
type of food and the time between shop and freezer, but
mainly also on how often the freezer door is opened and
how long it remains open. Always follow the instructions
given on the food packaging, and do not exceed the
specifi ed maximum storage times.
∙ Suitable packaging materials for frozen food are transparent
(i.e. non-coloured) plastic foil, bags or aluminium foil. The
packaging materials should be well aired before use and
then checked for air-tightness 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 deep-freeze any carbonated liquids, warm food or
any liquids in glass containers or bottles.
Use-by dates for frozen food are specifi ed (in months) in
the table below. Do not exceed these storage times.
∙ 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.
∙ It should be noted, however, that even a slight rise in the
inside temperature will shorten the storage life of the food.
Making ice cubes
A special ice-cube tray is provided for making ice cubes. Fill
the tray 3/4 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 4 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 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, one or several containers with
hot (but not boiling) water may be placed inside the freezer
compartment.
∙ Do not pour water over or inside the unit.
∙ 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.
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