Contents safety warnings ........................4 unpacking ..........................8 installation ........................... 9 location ..........................9 free space requirements ....................9 installing the door handle ....................9 cleaning before use ....................... 10 before using your unit ....................10 product overview .......................11 main unit .........................11 control panel ........................
safety warnings For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock, please follow all the safety precautions listed below. • Read all instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them for future reference. • Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third party, make sure to include this manual.
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• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance. • Do not store bottles or glass containers in the freezer compartment. Contents can expand when frozen (fizzy drinks) which may break the bottle and damage your freezer compartment.
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The table below contains general guidelines on the storage of food in the refrigerator. Refrigerator location Type of food Fridge door • Foods with natural preservatives, such as jams, juices, drinks, condiments. • Do not store perishable foods. Crisper bin (salad bin) •...
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WARNING • Keep ventilation openings in the unit enclosure or in the built- in structure clear of obstructions. • Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. • Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the unit, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
Thank you for purchasing your new Kenwood Chest Freezer. These operating instructions will help you use it properly and safely. We recommend that you spend some time reading this installation/instruction manual in order to fully understand all the operational features it offers.
installation installation location When selecting a position for your unit you should make sure the floor is flat and firm and the room is well ventilated. This unit can be used in a garage or outbuilding. For optimum energy efficiency the unit should be located within an average room temperature of between 10°C and 43°C.
installation cleaning before use Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda. Then rinse with warm water using a sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the drawers. Clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth. If you require more information refer to the Cleaning section.
product overview main unit Control Panel Door Handle LED Light Door Lock Water Drain Plug • Make sure the door is always kept locked when not in use to prevent children from playing with the unit. • The door keys should be kept out of reach of children.
control panel Temperature Adjust Buttons Temperature Display panel Alarm Indicator Fast Freeze Fast Freeze Lock / Unlock Indicator Button Button operation Connect the mains cable to the mains socket. The internal temperature of your unit is controlled by an electronic control panel on the door. Before changing any setting, ensure the lock is disabled.
noises inside the unit! You may notice that your unit makes some unusual noises. Most of these are perfectly normal, but you should be aware of them! These noises are caused by the circulation of the refrigerant liquid in the cooling system. It has become more pronounced since the introduction of CFC free gases.
defrosting frozen food 1. Take the frozen food out from the unit and uncover the frozen food. Let it defrost at room temperature. Don’t forget that defrosting in a warm area encourages the growth of bacteria and low temperature cooking may not destroy dangerous bacteria. 2.
cleaning defrosting Frost may build up in the freezer compartment after it has been used for a period of time. Scrape away the frost using the plastic scraper. Do not use a metal or sharp instrument to scrape away the frost, nor should you use any electrical appliances to aid defrosting.
maintenance changing the internal LED light The internal light is an LED panel that cannot be changed by the user. Please contact a qualified service agent. care when handling / moving your unit Hold the unit around its sides or base when moving it. Under no circumstances should it be lifted by holding the edges of the top surface.
Brand Kenwood Model K250CFW17 Household Appliance Category Energy Efficiency Class Energy consumption 246 kWh per year, based on standard test results for 24 hours. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located.
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DSG Retail Ireland Ltd (259460) 3rd Floor Office Suite, Omni Park SC, Santry, Dublin 9, Republic of Ireland Manufactured for DSG Retail Limited under Licence from Fisher & Paykel Appliances Italy SpA. DSG Retail Limited is responsible for after sales service. IB-K250CFW17-190404V5...