Contents Introduction ..........Switching on the freezer and setting the Welcome to our growing ASKO family! ..temperature ..........Important notes and precautions ..... Switching off the freezer ......Before using the appliance for the first Intensive freezing (FastFreeze) ....
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Important notes and precautions Before using the appliance for the first time Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, please read carefully the instructions for use which describe the appliance and its correct and safe use. The instructions apply to several appliance types/models;...
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Important notes and precautions WARNING! WARNING! Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. WARNING! WARNING! Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
Important notes and precautions When removing a used appliance, disconnect the power cord, remove the door, and leave the shelves in the appliance. This will prevent children from locking themselves in the appliance. For European markets only This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning...
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Important notes and precautions • catering and similar non-retail applications. WARNING! WARNING! Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. The appliance may not be used outdoors and it may not be exposed to rain. Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
Installation and connection Selecting the location • Place the appliance in a dry and well aired room. The permitted ambient temperature range for the appliance depends on the appliance's climate class, which is shown on the type plate. • Do not place the appliance near a source of heat, such as a gas cooker, radiator or boiler, etc., and do not expose it to direct sunlight.
Installation and connection • The kitchen unit in which the appliance is to be built in must have an opening of at least 200 cm in its base to allow sufficient air to circulate. • The appliance's air outlet is at the top. Make sure that the outlet is not blocked. Blocking the outlet can result in damage to the appliance.
Before using the appliance for the first time Before you use the appliance for the first time Do not connect the appliance to the mains until you have carefully read the instructions for the correct and safe use of the appliance. As these instructions are for various types and models, it is possible that the instructions for use refer to settings or parts that are not available on your appliance.
Description of the appliance 1. Control panel 2. LED interior lighting 3. NoFrost freezer unit 4. Freezer compartment 5. Freezer drawers Best location for freezing fresh food. NoFrost With the NoFrost system, you no longer need to defrost the freezer. Door closure The door closes itself once the opening angle is less than 20°.
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Description of the appliance To fit the drawer onto the rails, pull the two rails fully out. Place the drawer on the rails (3). In the front, press the drawer and the rails towards each other on the right and the left side until you hear a “click” (4).
Operating the appliance Control panel INFORMATION! • For best results, touch the keys with as much of the fingertip as possible. Alarm key Temperature adjustment keys Display of the set temperature FastFreeze key (intensive freezing function) ECO/Child Lock key On/Off key Switching on the freezer and setting the temperature 1.
Operating the appliance INFORMATION! • The adjusted temperature flashes on the control panel when you touch the adjustment keys. The selected temperature setting is saved three seconds after the last key is touched. Switching off the freezer 1. Touch the On/Off key for three seconds. •...
Operating the appliance WARNING! When the intensive freezing function is not manually disabled then the function will be automatically disabled after about two days. The temperature then returns to the latest set temperature. WARNING! Should a power failure occur while the function is activated then the function will be activated again when the power is restored.
Operating the appliance Child Lock This function can be used to prevent unintended adjustments of the appliance's settings. All keys other than the ECO/Child Lock key are disabled. Switching the Child Lock on or off 1. Touch the ECO/Child Lock key for three seconds. •...
Operating the appliance WARNING! Every time the appliance is switched on again, it takes a while until the correct temperature is reached. For this reason, the alarm is disabled for the first 24 hours after the appliance is switched on to prevent the unnecessary activation of the alarm. Stopping the alarm 1.
Storing and freezing food Recommended distribution The best location for freezing fresh food is marked with a WARNING! Do not store lettuce, eggs, apples, pears, grapes, peaches, yoghurt, buttermilk, sour cream or mayonnaise in the freezer. Avoid contamination of food To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions: •...
Storing and freezing food Freezing large quantities of fresh food • Activate the intensive freezing function 24 hours before you plan to freeze the food. • Distribute the fresh food equally between all the drawers in the freezer compartment. • After 24 hours, you can transfer the food to another compartment in the freezer and then freeze a new batch of food.
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Storing and freezing food • Do not refreeze partially or completely thawed food.
Maintenance Defrosting the appliance Defrosting of the NoFrost freezer The NoFrost freezer defrosts automatically. Any frost deposits will then disappear. Any ice or frost deposits that nevertheless form in the freezer compartment can be caused by unusual use of the appliance (opening the door too often and too long or poorly sealing door, etc.). The freezer will then need to be defrosted manually.
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Maintenance WARNING! When you are not going to use the appliance for a longer period then switch it off with the appropriate key and disconnect it from the mains. Empty, defrost and clean the appliance, and leave the door ajar.
Faults Faults table When you have any doubts about whether your appliance is working properly you should not immediately assume that it is defective. We recommend that you should in any case check the points in the following table. Problem Cause/Solution •...
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Faults Problem Cause/Solution level depends on the installation of the appliance, its correct use and its age. • When you connect the appliance to the power supply the noise made by the compressor or flowing refrigerant may be slightly louder. This is not indicative of a defect, and has no effect on the service life of the appliance.
Environmental aspects Disposal of packaging and appliance This appliance is made from sustainable materials. This appliance must be disposed of in a responsible manner at the end of its service life. Contact the local authorities for information about the method. INFORMATION! See also the chapter ‘Disposal’...
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