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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

BEFORE USING THE FREEZER

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS

HOW TO USE THE FREEZER

HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

AFTER-SALES SERVICE

INSTALLATION

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BEFORE USING THE FREEZER

• Your new appliance is a freezer designed exclusively for domestic use.

For best use of your appliance, please read the instructions and product description sheets carefully. These contain a description of your appliance and useful tips for storing food.

Keep this handbook for future consultation.

1.

After unpacking the appliance, make sure that the door shuts properly. Any damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance.

2.

Wait at least 2 hours before connecting the freezer to the mains supply, in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient.

3.

Installation of the appliance and electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified electrician, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and local regulations.

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

1.Packing

The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and marked with the recycling symbol. Follow local regulations for scrapping.

Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous.

2. Appliance

The freezer is made of recyclable material. Dispose of the appliance in conformity with local environmental regulations.

Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cord. The appliance must be delivered to an authorised collection centre for the recovery of refrigerant gas.

Information:

This appliance does not contain CFCs (replaced with

R134a) or HFCs (replaced with R600a - Isobutane).

For more information, refer to the identification data plate affixed to the appliance.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS

• Only use the freezer for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and production of ice cubes.

• Do not cover or obstruct the air vent of the appliance.

• Do not store liquids in glass containers in the freezer: risk of bursting.

• Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer: risk of “cold” burns.

• Do not allow children to play or hide inside the freezer: risk of becoming trapped inside and suffocating.

• Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs.

• Before servicing or cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply.

• The power cable may only be replaced by an authorised person.

Declaration of conformity

This appliance is intended to come into contact with foodstuffs and conforms to D.L. 108 of

25.01.1992 (European Directive 89/109/EEC).

- This product is designed, built and marketed in compliance with:

- the safety objectives of the “Low voltage”

Directive 73/23 CE;

- the protection requirements of the “EMC”

Directive 89/336 CE amended by Directive

93/68 CE.

Information

Appliances with Isobutane (R600a)

Isobutane is a natural gas having low environmental impact. Caution is required, however, since isobutane is flammable. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that refrigerant pipelines are not damaged.

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HOW TO USE THE FREEZER

This freezer can be used to store already frozen food and to freeze fresh food.

The freezer can operate at ambient temperatures between +18°C and +43°C.

Switching on the freezer for the first time

• There is no need to set the freezer temperature on the thermostat because it has already been factory-set.

• Plug in the appliance.

• The alarm signal will switch on, indicating that temperature inside the freezer is not yet sufficiently low for food storage.

• Place food inside the freezer only when the acoustic alarm stops (for more details see product sheet supplied).

Temperature adjustment

For temperature adjustments, refer to the product description sheet supplied.

Note:

The ambient air temperature, the frequency of door opening and the position of the appliance can affect the internal temperatures of the freezer.

These factors must be taken into account when setting the thermostat.

Freezing

The maximum amount of fresh food that can be frozen over a period of 24 hours is shown on the rating plate.

To obtain the best performance from the appliance, push the fast freeze button (until the yellow light comes on) 24 hours before placing fresh food in the freezer.

Food must be stored in the special freezing compartments (see product description sheet supplied). In appliances with more than 5 compartments, remove food from the compartment below those used for freezing, and place the ice packs (if supplied) in the empty compartment.

Generally, 24 hours on fast freeze is sufficient after placing foodstuffs in the freezer; after this time, deselect the fast freeze function.

Important:

When freezing small amounts of food, use any compartment except the bottom drawer. To avoid wasting energy, the fast freeze function can also not be selected.

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HOW TO USE THE FREEZER

Tips for freezing and storing fresh food.

• Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil, cling film, air and water-tight plastic bags, polythene containers with lids, freezer containers suitable for freezing fresh food.

• Food must be fresh, mature and of prime quality in order to obtain high quality frozen food.

• Fresh vegetables and fruit should preferably be frozen as soon as they are picked to maintain the full original nutritional value, consistency, colour and flavour.

Some meat, especially game, should be hung before it is frozen.

Note:

• Always leave hot food to cool before placing in the freezer.

• Eat fully or partially defrosted foods immediately. Do not refreeze unless the food is cooked after it has thawed. Once cooked, the food can be refrozen.

Storing food

• Place the ice packs (if supplied) in the space provided (on the last grid) or above the food stored in the top compartment.

Important:

The table alongside shows the recommended maximum storage time for frozen fresh foods.

Declared performance refers to appliance operation without ice packs, with the exception of the rising time and the freezing of produce which specifically requires them.

Classification of frozen foods

Put the frozen products into the freezer and classify them.

The storage date should be indicated on the packs, to allow use within expiry dates.

MONTHS FOOD

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HOW TO USE THE FREEZER

Advice for storing frozen food

When purchasing frozen food products:

• ensure that the packaging is not damaged (frozen food in damaged packaging may have deteriorated). If the package is swollen or has damp patches, it may not have been stored under optimal conditions and thawing may have already begun.

• When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag.

• Once at home, place the frozen foods immediately in the freezer.

• If food has thawed even partially, do not re-freeze it.

Consume within 24 hours.

• Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum.

Respect the best-before date on the package.

• Always observe the storage information on the package.

Removing the drawers

• Pull the drawers out as far as they come, then lift up slightly and remove.

Note:

Drawers and runners may be removed in order to obtain increased storage space (Fig. 1).

Ensure that the load does not exceed the limit (if present) indicated on the side walls of the appliance.

Making ice cubes

• Fill the ice cube tray 2/3 full and place it in the freezer compartment.

• Do not use sharp or pointed instruments to detach the tray if it is stuck to the bottom of the freezer.

• Bend the ice tray slightly to remove the cubes.

Note:

It will be difficult to open the door of the freezer immediately after closing it.

Wait two or three minutes to allow the compensation of the vacuum.

Fig.1

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HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER

Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug the appliance from the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply.

For electronic models, push the on/off button before unplugging the appliance from the mains.

Defrost the freezer compartment once or twice a year or when the formation of ice on the racks is excessive.

It is perfectly normal for ice to form on the racks. The amount of ice which forms and the rate at which it accumulates will depends on room temperature and humidity, and on the frequency with which the door is opened.

If possible, defrost the freezer compartment when it is nearly empty.

• Remove the food from the freezer compartment, wrap in a newspaper and group together in a cool place or in a portable cooler.

• Leave the freezer door open to allow the frost to melt.

• Pull out the defrost water drain and place a bowl under the drain.

• Clean the interior of the freezer compartment with a sponge and warm water and/or neutral detergent. Do not use abrasive substances.

• Rinse the interior and dry thoroughly.

• Refit the defrost water drain.

• Put the food back into the freezer.

• Close the freezer door.

• Plug the appliance back into the mains.

• Switch on the freezer.

Note: for electronic models, push the on/off button after plugging the appliance into the mains and before switching it on.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Periodically clean the condenser (radiator) at the rear of the appliance and the plinth with a vacuum cleaner or brush.

Prolonged disuse

• Empty the freezer.

• Unplug the appliance.

• Defrost and clean.

• Leave the doors open to prevent the formation of unpleasant smells and eliminate internal moisture.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

1. The appliance is not working.

• Is there a power failure?

• Has the main switch been turned on?

• Has the fuse blown?

• Is the thermostat setting correct?

• Was the appliance switched on correctly?

2. Excessive frost forms inside the appliance.

• Has the defrost water drain been repositioned correctly?

• Is the door shut properly?

3. The yellow, red and green leds do not light up. Perform the checks for problem 1), and then:

• Contact After-Sales Service.

Notes:

• The front edge of the appliance may be hot. This prevents the formation of condensation and is not a defect.

• Gurgling and hissing noises due to expansion in the refrigerant circuit are normal.

AFTER-SALES SERVICE

Before contacting After-Sales Service:

1.

See if you can solve the problem yourself with the help of the Trouble-shooting guide.

2.

Switch the appliance on again to see if the problem has been solved. If it has not, disconnect the appliance from the power supply and wait for about an hour before switching on again.

3.

If the problem persists after this course of action, contact After-Sales Service.

Specify:

• the nature of the problem,

• the model,

• the Service number (the number after the word

SERVICE on the data plate on the inside of the appliance),

• your full address,

• your telephone number and area code.

Note:

The direction of door opening can be changed.

If this operation is performed by After-Sales

Service it is not covered by the warranty.

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INSTALLATION

• Install the appliance away from heat sources. Installation in a hot environment, direct exposure to the sun or installation near heat sources (heaters, radiators, cookers) will increase power consumption and should therefore be avoided.

• If this is not possible, the following minimum distances must be respected:

• 30 cm from coal or paraffin stoves;

• 3 cm from electric and/or gas stoves.

• Install the refrigerator in a dry, well-ventilated place.

• Clean the interior (see “How to clean and defrost the freezer”).

• Fit the accessories.

Electrical Connection

• Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local regulations.

• Voltage and power consumption are indicated on the rating plate inside the appliance.

• Regulations require that the appliance is earthed.

The manufacturer declines all liability for injury to persons or animals and for damage to property resulting from failure to observe the above procedures and reminders.

• If the plug and socket are not of the same type, have the socket replaced by a qualified electrician.

• Do not use extension leads or adaptors.

Disconnecting the appliance

Electrical disconnection must be possible either by unplugging the appliance or by means of a double-pole switch located upline from the socket.

Fit the spacers

(Fig. 1, 2 or 3, depending on the model)

Fig.1

Fig.2

Fig.3

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