Vestfrost SZ362C Owner Manual

CHEST FREEZERS
MANUAL OF INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND INSTALLATION
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the cabinet using warm water with a mild,
perfume-free detergent. Rinse with clean
water and dry thoroughly (see cleaning
instructions). Use a soft cloth.
If the appliance has been stored in cold
surroundings (colder than +5 °C), it must
be allowed to stabilise for at least an hour
before being switched on.
If the appliance has been stood on end
during transport, it must be allowed to
stabilise in normal position for approx. 12
hours before being switched on.
Thank you for purchasing your new freezer
from Vestfrost. Please note that these
instructions apply to all chest freezers
in the SW range. Illustrations and fittings
may therefore not necessarily correspond
exactly to your model.
Warning
As the refrigerant used in this appliance is a
flammable gas (Isobutane R600a), special
care must be taken to prevent damage
to the refrigerant circuit and piping during
transport and installation.
If damage does occur, avoid sparks or
naked flame in the vicinity of the appliance,
ensure that the room is well ventilated,
disconnect the power supply, and contact
your supplier.
The unit must only be serviced by qualified
technicians from an approved service
centre.
Contents
Get to know your chest freezer.........3
Installation and start-up....................4
Electrical connection.........................5
Operation and function.....................6
Use...................................................7
Defrosting.........................................8
Cleaning and maintenance...............9
Fault finding....................................10
Warranty,
spare parts and service...................11
Disposal..........................................12
Old appliances
Old refrigerators and freezers are often
fitted with complicated latches that can
only be opened from the outside. If you
have one of these old units stored away
somewhere, or if you scrap one, remember
to destroy the latch first in order to prevent
children from being exposed to great
danger by getting locked inside the unit.
Before use
Before operating your new appliance,
please read the following instructions
carefully as they contain important
information on safety, installation, operation
and maintenance. Keep the instructions for
future reference.
On receipt check to ensure that the
appliance has not been damaged.
Transport damage should be reported to the
local distributor before the appliance is put
to use.
Remove the packaging. Clean the inside of
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Get to know your chest freezer
Handle
Lamp
Sealing strip
Nameplate
Partition/
defrost water tray
Basket
Freezing compartment
Ventilation grille
Mechanical
control panel
Defrost water drain
Foot
fig. 1
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Installation and start-up
Placement
For safety and operational reasons, the
appliance must not be installed outdoors.
800 mm
The appliance should be placed on a
stable, level surface in a dry, well-ventilated
room (max. 75% relative air humidity).
Never place the appliance close to sources
of heat such as cookers or radiators, and
avoid placing it in direct sunlight.
Room temperature
The climate class is stated on the
nameplate (see fig. 1 on page 3 and fig. 10
on page 12). This specifies the optimum
room temperature.
Climate
class
Optimum room
temperature
SN
+10 ºC to +32 ºC
N
+16 ºC to +32 ºC
ST
+18 ºC to +38 ºC
T
+18 ºC to +43 ºC
10
0
m
m
m
100 m
20 mm
fig. 2
There must be at least 15 mm clearance
between the base of the appliance and the
floor.
IMPORTANT! There must be free access to
the ventilation grille (fig. 3).
If the room temperature is sub zero, the
appliance will not function correctly.
Ventilation
It is important that the appliance be
well ventilated and that air can circulate
unhindered above, below and around it.
Figure 2 illustrates how the necessary air
circulation can be ensured.
fig. 3
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Electrical connection
The appliance is intended for connection
to alternating current. The required voltage
(V) and frequency (Hz) are stated on the
nameplate on the rear of the appliance.
Power must be connected via an
independent wall socket outlet.
If the mains lead has been damaged, it
must be replaced with a corresponding
type supplied by the manufacturer or an
approved service centre.
Technical data
This appliance complies with CE marking
regulations, directives and standards.
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC.
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
Council Directive 92/75/EEC on the energy
labelling of household appliances as
subsequently amended by 94/2/EC and
2003/66/EC.
Directive 96/57/EC on energy efficiency
requirements, and subsequent
amendments.
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Operation and function
SW chest freezers are equipped with mechanical controls (fig. 4)
E
N
MIN
MAX
CONTROL
ALARM
SUPER
fig. 4
Mechanical controls
Temperature setting
In addition to a thermostat knob, the control
panel contains two control lamps and a
button (fig. 4). Control panel design and
lamp position may vary.
The temperature is set by turning the
thermostat knob from MIN to MAX. It is
recommended that a coin be used to turn
the knob. The more the thermostat knob
is turned towards MAX, the lower the
temperature. To test whether the setting is
correct, measure the temperature of the
uppermost item in the centre of the freezer.
It must be no warmer than –18 °C.
The green lamp is lit when power is
correctly supplied.
The red lamp is lit when the temperature
inside the freezer is higher than the
thermostat setting.
Super Freeze
If more than 3 kg of fresh items are to be
frozen, proceed as follows:
1. Press the Super Freeze button (the
yellow lamp lights up). The freezer
then operates at maximum capacity
(the compressor runs continuously).
2. Activate Super Freeze 24 hours before
placing fresh items in the freezer.
3. After placing fresh items in the freezer,
leave Super Freeze on for a further 24
hours.
4. Then press the Super Freeze button
again (the yellow lamp goes off).
The yellow lamp is lit when the Super
Freeze button has been pressed (see
Super Freeze).
Acoustic alarm (not all models)
An acoustic alarm is activated when the red
lamp is lit. The alarm is switched off when
the yellow button is activated.
Starting up
Connect the appliance to the socket outlet.
The green lamp lights up to indicate that
power is supplied. The red lamp on the
control panel will also light up to indicate
that the temperature inside the freezer is
not yet sufficiently low.
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Use
Freezer
Items to be frozen should be placed in the
freezing compartment or evenly distributed
along the inner walls of the freezer.
The appliance is a four-star freezer
approved for freezing and storing frozen
items of food.
Always remember to write the date, content
and quantity on the packages before
placing them in the freezer. It is a good
idea to group items within the freezer. Keep
vegetables in one place, meat in another,
and so on.
Freezing
To keep food at its best, items must be
frozen to –18 °C as quickly as possible.
The freezing capacity of the freezer is
stated on the nameplate in kg/24 hours (see
fig. 1 on page 3 and fig. 10 on page 12).
Activating the Super Freeze function
reduces freezer temperature to –25 °C.
If items weighing 3 kg or more are to be
frozen, the Super Freeze button should be
activated about 24 hours in advance.
There must be at least 5 mm clearance
between the lid and items stored in the
freezer.
Items stored in the baskets are highly
visible and easily accessible (fig. 5).
To freeze smaller quantities, it is sufficient
to activate Super Freeze just a couple of
hours in advance, or even at the same time
as items are placed in the freezer.
There is no need to use Super Freeze when
pre-frozen items are placed in the freezer or
when small, single items are involved.
Only freeze high-quality fresh products.
Meat, poultry, fish, vegetables, fruit, dairy
products and ready-made meals are
suitable for freezing. Items with a high water
content, e.g. lettuce, radishes, grapes,
apples, pears and cucumbers, are not
suitable for freezing.
fig. 5
Thawing
Frozen vegetables and fruit require no
thawing before use and can be immersed in
boiling water directly from the freezer.
To thaw meat, it is advisable to take it out
of the freezer the day before it is to be used
and place it in a refrigerator to defrost. This
ensures the best hygiene and maintains
meat quality as much as possible.
Pack items to be frozen in airtight
containers, freezer bags or similar. Freeze
items in suitable portions. Do not freeze
vegetables or meat in portions larger than
2.5 kg. Keep packages dry to prevent them
from freezing together. To ensure rapid
freezing, make sure, as far as possible, that
items placed in the freezer are not touching
each other. Ensure that there is as little air
in the packages as possible to prevent the
surfaces of the items from drying out.
Note:
Glass bottles or cans containing
carbonated (fizzy) drinks must never
be placed in the freezer as they may
explode.
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Defrosting
The items stored and the humidity of the
air gradually cause frost and ice to form
in the freezer. A thin layer of frost or ice
does not affect freezer performance, but
the thicker the layer, the higher the energy
consumption. Small amounts of loose frost
can be removed using a plastic scraper.
against ice and splashes. When all the
frost and ice have melted, clean the
inside of the cabinet using water with a
mild, perfume-free detergent. Dry the
freezer with a soft cloth.
8. Reconnect the power supply. If many
items are to be returned to the freezer,
activate the Super Freeze button.
9. Return items to the freezer approx. 5
minutes after having switched it on.
Never use electrical apparatus or sharp
implements as these may damage the
inside of the appliance.
Remember to reinsert the stopper in the
defrost water drain.
When the layer of frost and ice exceeds
4-5 mm the freezer should be completely
defrosted. It is recommended that defrosting
be performed when there are no or only a
few items stored in the freezer.
Proceed as follows:
1. Press the Super Freeze button 4-5
hours before defrosting. This lowers
the temperature of the items stored to
approx. –25 °C, thus prolonging the
length of time they remain frozen after
having been removed from the freezer
(see step 3 below).
2. Disconnect the power supply.
3. Remove the items of food. Place them
in a refrigerator or wrap them up to
keep them as cold as possible.
4. Keep the freezer lid open.
5. Position the partition under the defrost
water drain.
6. Place a bowl of hot (but not boiling)
water in the freezer, close the lid
and wait approx. 30 minutes before
removing loose frost with the plastic
scraper.
7. To prevent water from damaging the
floor during defrosting, it is advisable to
check the defrost water tray from time
to time and to cover the floor around
the defrost water drain to protect
fig. 6
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Cleaning and maintenance
Cleaning
Replacing the bulb
Before cleaning, disconnect the power
supply and remove all loose fittings.
1. Disconnect the power supply by pulling
the plug out of the socket.
2. Remove the lamp cover by pressing its
upper edge downwards to release it from
the two clips (fig. 7).
3. Replace the bulb(s).
4. Refit the cover and reconnect the power
supply.
The cabinet is best cleaned using warm
water (max. 65 °C) with a little mild,
perfume-free detergent. Never use cleaning
agents that scour. Use a soft cloth. Rinse
with clean water and dry thoroughly. It is
important to prevent water from entering the
control panel.
max.
15 W
The sealing strip around the lid must be
cleaned regularly to prevent discolouration
and prolong service life. Use clean water.
After cleaning the sealing strip, check that it
continues to provide a tight seal.
The ventilation grille must be kept free
of dust and dirt. Clean it with a vacuum
cleaner.
fig. 7
Save energy
If the appliance is not to be used for any
length of time, switch it off, disconnect
the power supply, empty it, clean the
cabinet and leave the lid open to allow air
circulation and prevent smells.
- Cool hot food and beverages before
placing them in the freezer.
- Thaw frozen items in a refrigerator.
- Keep the lid closed as much as possible.
- Check regularly that the lid closes tightly.
- Position the freezer in a cool, wellventilated room.
- Place frozen items in a refrigerator while
defrosting the freezer.
- Defrost the freezer before the layer of ice
becomes excessively thick.
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Fault finding
Fault
Possible cause
Remedy
No control lamps are
lit.
The appliance is switched off.
Check the plug and socket.
Power failure; the fuse is blown; the
appliance is not plugged in correctly.
Check that power is connected.
Reset the fuse.
Temperature in freezer
too high.
The ventilation grille is blocked.
Ensure unhindered air circulation.
The lid is not closed properly.
Close the lid and wait a few hours.
Wait a few hours.
The quantity of fresh items placed
in the freezer is greater than the
capacity of the appliance.
Defrost the freezer.
Thick layer of frost and ice.
The thermostat is set too high.
Set the thermostat to a lower
temperature.
Super Freeze is activated.
Switch Super Freeze off.
The thermostat is set too low.
Set the thermostat to a higher
temperature.
The lid is touching items stored in the
freezer.
Reposition items inside the freezer
and check that the lid closes tightly.
Air humidity in the room is high.
Ventilate the room more often or
move the freezer to a room with lower
humidity.
Items placed in the freezer are giving
off moisture.
Repack items stored in the freezer.
The lid cannot be
opened.
There is underpressure in freezer.
Wait 2-3 minutes until the
underpressure has been equalised
and try again.
Vibration and unusual
noise.
The appliance is not on a level
surface.
Position the freezer on a flat, level
and stable surface.
The appliance is not free standing.
Move the appliance away from other
appliances or pieces of furniture.
Baskets or partition are loose.
Check movable fittings and reposition
them.
Temperature in freezer
too low.
The freezer produces
large quantities of
frost.
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Warranty, spare parts and service
type, serial and production numbers of your
appliance (see fig. 1 on page 3 and fig. 8).
This information is given on the nameplate
on the rear of the appliance. The nameplate
contains various technical information,
including type and serial numbers.
Warranty disclaimer
Faults and damage caused directly or
indirectly by incorrect operation, misuse,
insufficient maintenance, incorrect buildingin, installation or mains connection. Fire,
accident, lightening, voltage variation or
other electrical interference, including
defective fuses or faults in mains
installations. Repairs performed by others
than service centres approved by Vestfrost,
and any other faults and damage that the
manufacturer can substantiate are caused
by reasons other than manufacturing or
material faults are not covered by the
warranty.
Serial No.: XXXXXXXX
Type: XXXX
Prod. No.: XXXX
fig. 8
Note: Always use approved service centres
when your appliance is to be repaired or
replaced!
Please note that changes to the
construction of the appliance or changes to
the component equipment of the appliance
will invalidate Vestfrosts warranty and
product liability, and the appliance cannot
be used lawfully. The approval stated
on Vestfrosts rating plate will also be
invalidated.
Service
Vestfrost has local service centres all over
the country who specialise in Vestfrost
products. Here you can obtain prices and
professional help for all repairs. Find your
local service centre at www.vestfrost.dk or
contact your local distributor.
Transport damage discovered by the buyer
is primarily a matter to be settled between
the buyer and the distributor, i.e. the
distributor must ensure that such complaints
are resolved to the buyer’s satisfaction.
Before calling for technical assistance,
please check whether you are able to rectify
the fault yourself (see Fault finding). If your
request for assistance is unwarranted, e.g.
if the appliance has failed as a result of a
blown fuse or incorrect operation, you will
be charged the costs incurred by your call
for technical assistance.
Spare parts
When ordering spare parts, please state the
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Disposal
Environmental regulations on disposal must
also be observed. When disposing of the
appliance you should contact your local
authority technical department who will
inform you of how collection and recycling
of such units take place in your area.
This appliance is marked according to
the European directive 2002/96/EC on
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment
and human health, which could otherwise
be caused by inappropriate waste handling
of this product.
The symbol
on the product, or on the
documents accompanying the product,
indicates that this appliance may not be
treated as household waste. Instead it shall
be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic
equipment.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance
with local environmental regulations for
waste disposal.
For more detailed information about
treatment, recovery and recycling of this
product, please contact your local city
office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased
the product.
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