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Temperature control
The freezer is controlled with a temperature control knob located inside it. Adjust the control knob as
desired to suit your individual preference.
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Moving your appliance
If the appliance is turned off for any reason, wait for 10 minutes before turning it back on. This will allow
the refrigeration system pressures to equalise before restarting.
y
Turn off the appliance and unplug it from the mains socket. Also remove all mobile parts (basket,
accessories, etc.) or fix them into the appliance to avoid any shock.
y
Relocate and install. If the appliance has been left on its side for any length of time, leave it standing
upright for at least 10 minutes before turning on.
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Freezing and storing food
Using the freezer
x
To store deep-frozen food
x
To make ice cubes
x
To freeze food
Note: Ensure that the freezer door has been closed properly.
Purchasing frozen food
x
Packaging must not be damaged.
x
Use by the 'use by/best before/best by/' date.
x
If possible, transport deep-frozen food in an insulated bag and place quickly in the freezer.
Storing frozen food
Store at -18°C or colder. Avoid opening the freezer door unnecessarily.
Freezing fresh food
Freeze fresh and undamaged food only.
To retain the best possible nutritional value, flavour and colour, vegetables should be blanched before
freezing.
Aubergines, peppers, zucchini and asparagus do not require blanching.
Note: Keep food to be frozen away from food which is already frozen.
MIN is less cold setting
NORMAL is cold setting
MAX is coldest setting
y The runnning time and temperature are affected by where the
freezer is located, how often the door is opened and the
temperature of the room the freezer is located in.
y When you use the appliance for the first time or after defrosting,
adjust the control knob to the coldest setting for at least 2 hours
before introducing food to be stored, and then readjust to the
middle setting.
ason wait for 10 minutes before turning it back on This will allow
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