INSTRUCTION BOOK CHEST FREEZER EC 2209N EC 2709N EC 3209N EC 4109N 1262524 820 41 68 86
Important Safety Information These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before installing or using this appliance as your safety is of paramount importance. Prior to Installation Check the appliance for transport damage. Under no circumstances should a damaged appliance be installed. In the event of damage please contact your retailer. Installation This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.
Contents Instructions for the User Instructions for the installer Important Safety Information 2 Technical specifications 12 Description of the Appliance Control Panel 4 4 Installation Positioning 12 12 Operation Before use Starting the Appliance Temperature Control Opening/Closing the Lid Freezing Fresh Food Frozen Food Storage Thawing Baskets 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 7 Electrical Connections 13 Hints and Tips Normal Operating Sounds Food Storage Energy Saving Advice In the Event of a Power Failure 8
Description of the Appliance A - Compartment for frozen food storage B - Freezer calendar (recommended storage times for frozen foods) C - Compartment for freezing fresh foods D - Dividing wall E - Control panel F - Defrost water drain Control Panel Thermostat control knob 4 Amber light
Operation Before Use Remove all packaging and securing tapes. Wash inside the appliance with lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to 0.5 litre of water). Do not use soap or detergent as the smell may linger. Dry thoroughly. Starting the Appliance Insert the plug into the wall socket. When the appliance has reached the correct storage temperature for frozen food, the amber indicator light will illuminate.
Freezing Fresh Food Thawing It is important that fresh food placed in the freezer is frozen quickly and that the food already in the freezer is heated as little as possible. If more than 3-4kg of food is to be frozen: Frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in the fridge or at room temperature, depending on the time available. Small food items may even be cooked from frozen, in this case cooking will take longer. 1. Turn the thermostat control knob to the highest setting ("Fast freeze").
Baskets The baskets are designed for the storage of food which has already been frozen. The handles can be placed in two positions, as shown. The baskets can either be placed inside the freezer or hung on the edge of the casing. Spare baskets can be obtained from Expert Appliance Care. The following illustrations show how many baskets can be placed in various freezer models. The number above each illustration shows the width of the freezer in millimetres.
Hints & Tips Normal Operating Sounds You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds when the refrigerant is pumped through the coils or tubing. When the compressor is on, the refrigerant is being pumped round and you will hear a whirring sound or pulsating noise from the compressor. A thermostat controls the compressor and you will hear a faint 'click' when the thermostat cuts in and out. Food Storage To obtain the best performance from your freezer: Do not store warm food or evaporating liquid.
Defrosting The freezer compartment will become progressively covered with frost. This should be removed with the special plastic scraper provided whenever the thickness of frost exceeds ΒΌ". During this operation it is not necessary to switch off the power supply or to remove the foodstuffs. However, when the ice becomes very thick on the inner liner, complete defrosting should be carried out and it is advisable to perform this operation when the appliance is empty. To carry out complete defrosting: 1.
Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply Internal Cleaning Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to 0.5 litre of water). Rinse and dry thoroughly. NEVER use detergents, abrasive powders, highly perfumed cleaning products or wax polishes to clean the interior as these will damage the surface and leave a strong odour.
Something not Working If the appliance is not working correctly, please carry out the following checks before calling out an engineer. SYMPTOM SOLUTION No power to the appliance Check there is power at the socket Check there is not a power cut by checking the household lights. Check the mains fuse has not blown. Check the thermostat is turned to the correct setting relevant to ambient conditions.
Technical Specifications Model EC 2209N EC 2709N EC 3209N litres 220 271 313 414 Volume (net) litres 215 265 306 404 Height without/with roller cm 86,1/86,8 86,1/86,8 86,1/86,8 86,1/86,8 Width cm 79,5 93,5 105 132,5 Depth cm 66,5 66,5 66,5 66,5 Weight kg 39 44 49 56 Energy consumpt.
Electrical Connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. This appliance must be earthed. The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed. Electrical Requirements Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance rating plate. The appliance is supplied with a 13amp plug fitted.
