User manual

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Never use electric heaters, dryers or other mechanical
devices to defrost the freezer because you can
receive an electric shock.
Never use electrical appliances inside the food
storage areas.
This appliance contains insulation formed with
flammable blowing gases and flammable R600a
refrigerant. For safety reasons, take care when you
dispose of it.
Do not damage the appliance circuit.
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Buy the freshest, best quality food and put it in the
refrigerator as soon as possible.
Cover food with plastic wrap or foil to stop it drying
out and to help prevent bad smells.
Rinse and wrap fish and poultry before you put them
in the refrigerator.
Minimise bacteria by removing stuffing from poultry
before you put it in the refrigerator.
When you store eggs in the refrigerator compartment,
store them with the pointed end down.
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Store bananas, avocados or mangoes in the
refrigerator. This can cause them to go black or to
go soft.
Put hot or warm food in the refrigerator. Allow it to
cool first.
HELPFUL HINTS FOR FREEZING FOOD
You can use the freezer to store food which you buy in bulk
when prices are low. You can also cook extra food and
freeze it for later use.
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Buy the freshest, best quality food and put it in the
freezer as soon as possible.
Place food in plastic bags or plastic wrap before you
put it in the freezer.
Squeeze the air out of plastic bags as this
prevents frost.
When you buy frozen foods in the supermarket, keep
them in their packaging when you store them.
Defrost food, especially chicken and fish, in the
refrigerator compartment. This stops bacteria
from growing.
Leave food in its wrapping while it defrosts.
Use defrosted food immediately.
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Never refreeze defrosted food.
• If you keep the freezer compartment filled to capacity,
your food mass will help maintain the freezer
temperature when you open the door
• Do not block air vents. Doing so may cause the
refrigerator to run longer and use more energy.
Switching off your refrigerator
If you switch your refrigerator off for an extended period,
follow these steps to reduce the chances of mould:
1. Take all the food out of the refrigerator and freezer
compartments.
2. Switch off the refrigerator and remove the electric cord
from the power point.
3. Clean the inside.
4. Leave the doors open. This prevents bacteria from
growing and causing smells in the refrigerator.
Power failure
If there is a power failure in your area, keep the door to the
freezer closed. Most foods in your freezer will stay frozen
for 24 hours.
Safety
It is important to use your appliance safely. This means you
need to supervise young children and infirm persons when
they use it. You need to make sure that young children do
not play with the appliance. Follow the tips below.
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Check the power point is properly earthed – if you are
not sure get an electrician to check it.
Switch off and unplug the refrigerator at the power
point before you clean or move it.
If the power supply cord is damaged, have it replaced
by the manufacturer, service agent or similarly
qualified person.
In the unlikely event the LED lights should ever fail,
they should be serviced by the manufacturer, it’s
service agent or similarly qualified technician.
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Never let children play with the refrigerator.
Never store spray cans, explosive fluids or flammable
liquids in the refrigerator.
Never store fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment.
Never lick icy foods when they first come out of the
freezer. This can burn your lips and mouth.
Never try to repair the refrigerator yourself.
WARNING!
When you dispose of your old refrigerator or freezer
remove any doors. Children can suffocate if they get
trapped inside.
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HELPFUL HINTS FOR STORING FOOD