Freezer Instructions for installation and use IN F 140 UK
GB Uprigh Freezer Instructions for installation and use To maintain the EFFICIENCY and SAFETY of this appliance, we recommend: - use only the MANUFACTURER Service - use only ORIGINAL Spare Parts
Safety a good habit to get into ATTENTION Read your handbook carefully since it contains instructions which will ensure safe installation, use and maintenance of your appliance. Your freezer is built to International standards (EN60) and has been awarded the European approval mark (IMQ) for compliance to UK electrical safety requirements. It also meets the EC standards on the prevention and elimination of radio interference (EC directive 87/308 - 02.06.89). 1.
Electrical connection Your appliance is now supplied with a 13 amp fused plug that can be plugged into a 13 amp socket for immediate use. Before using the appliance please read the instructions below. WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. Replacing the fuse: When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13 amp ASTA approved fuse to BS 1362 should always be used, and the fuse cover refitted.
A closer look D Thermostat This regulates the temperature inside the appliance automatically. Turn the knob from setting 1 to 3 for increasingly colder temperatures. To adjust the thermostat, use a coin to turn the knob. Ice tray compartment Compartment for freezing and storage Storage compartments Green Light When the light is on (move the switch to the right) this indicates that the appliance is connected to the mains.
Using your freezer Freezing - In the case of power failure or breakdown, do not open the freezer door. This will help maintain the temperature inside the freezer ensuring that foods are conserved for at least 9-14 hours. - Do not store full bottles in the freezer since they could explode when they freeze. (Remember that liquids increase in volume when frozen). - Fill the ice trays so that they are no more than 3/4 full.
Caring for your appliance Before doing any cleaning, disconnect the appliance from the electricity (by pulling out the plug orturning off the general switch in your home). Defrosting WARNING: do not damage the refrigeration circuit. Do not use mechanical devices or other tools to speed up the defrosting process, unless they have been recommended by the manufacturer. The frost should be removed from the walls of the appliance periodically.
Guife for using the freezer Meat and fish Tenderising (days) Storage (months) Tinfoil 2/3 9 / 10 Not required. Lamb Tinfoil 1/2 6 Not required. Pork Roast Tinfoil 1 6 Not required. Veal Roast Tinfoil 1 8 Not required. Veal/Pork Chops Each piece wrapped in cling wrap and then in tinfoil (4 to 6 slices) 6 Not required. Veal/Lamb Cutlets Each piece wrapped in cling wrap and then in tinfoil (4 to 6 slices) 6 Not required. Minced Meat In aluminium containers covered with cling wrap.
Fruit and vegetable Food Preparation Apples and Pears Peel and cut into slices. Apricots, Peaches, Cherries and Plums Peel and pit. Strawberries Blackberries and Raspberries Blanching Time Wrapping Storage (months) Thawing Time 2’ In Containers (cover with syrup) 12 In refrigerator very slowly. 1’ / 2’ In Containers (cover with syrup) 12 In refrigerator very slowly. Rinse and fry. In Containers (cover with sugar) 10 / 12 In refrigerator very slowly. Cooked Fruit Cut, cook and strain.
Trouble shooting Green Light Off Check that: If after all the checks, the appliance still does not operate or the problem persists, call the nearest Service Centre and inform them of: the type of problem, the abbreviation of the model name (Mod.) and the relative numbers (S/N) written on the rating plate located within the freezer (see example in the figure below).
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