Start-Up - Summit WCH07W Owner's Manual

START-UP

Final Check
Before starting to use the freezer, please check that:
1. The interior is dry and air can circulate freely at the rear.
2. Clean the interior as recommended under "CLEANING AND CARE".
3. Insert the plug into the wall socket and switch on the electricity; a red light will go on. Avoid
accidental disconnection by taping over the switch. A green light will glow and the
compressor will start running (see "Freezer Operation" on page 6).
4. You will hear a noise as the compressor starts up. The liquid and gases sealed within the
refrigeration system may also give rise to noise, whether the compressor is running or not
which is quite normal.
5. Do not load the appliance immediately after it is switched on. Wait until the correct storage
temperature has been reached. We recommend that you check the temperature with an
accurate thermometer (see "Freezer Operation", page 6).
6. If you are going to store already-frozen food, open the freezer lid and check that the
freezer has reached the correct temperature. Then you can put in your already-frozen food.
(See "Storing Frozen Food" on page 6).
Important Notes:
• If there is a power failure, do not open the lid. Frozen food should not be affected if the
failure lasts for less than 20 hours. If the failure is longer, then the food should be checked
and eaten immediately or cooked and then refrozen.
• If you find that the lid of the chest freezer is difficult to open just after you have closed it,
don‟t worry. This is due to the pressure difference which will equalize and allow the lid to be
opened normally after a few minutes.
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