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TEMPERATURE CONTROL
The thermostat ensures that the required temperature is maintained in the freezer. Turning the thermostat button towards no. 7 makes the tempera-
ture in the freezer colder, and turning the button towards no. 1 makes the temperature warmer. The correct setting can be found by measuring the
temperature of the top package in the middle of the freezer. This should not have a temperature higher than –18°C.
OPENING/CLOSING THE LID
The lid is fitted with a tightly closing sealing strip to prevent moisture getting inside the freezer and increasing the amount of frost formed. When
the lid is opened the air inside the freezer becomes slightly warmer and expands. As soon as the lid is closed again the air is cooled immediate-
ly. This may lead to the creation of a vacuum which makes it hard to open the lid immediately after it has been closed. This is quite normal.
Wait a few minutes until the vacuum has disappeared, then open the lid by pulling gently. Never pull the handle violently.) Top has closed and
opened position. Movement over open position of top (about 95°) can cause damage.
FREEZING
It is important that fresh food placed in the freezer is frozen quickly, and that the food already in the freezer is heat-
ed as little as possible.If more than 3-4 kg of food is to be frozen: Turn the thermostat button to the coldest set-
ting ("7"). The freezer will now run continuously, creating a sufficient reserve of the temperature required. Turn the
thermostat button 6-24 hours before placing new food in the freezer, depending on how much food is to be frozen.
Place the food in the freezer and leave the thermostat set at "7" for about 24 hours more. Then turn the thermo-
stat button back again. The freezer will return to normal storage temperature. If you forget to turn the thermostat
button back, the freezer will not be damaged by running at this setting for some time - but energy will be wasted.
BASKET
The baskets are designed for the storage of food which has already been frozen.
STORAGE
Frozen food can be stored anywhere inside the freezer, but should be kept at least 5 mm below the top edge. Never exceed the maximum stor-
age time for purchased frozen food. When you buy frozen food, make sure that it has been stored at the correct temperature. Do not buy prod-
ucts which have wet or damaged packaging. Place purchased products in your freezer as quickly as possible. We recommend using an insulat-
ed bag to bring such products home with you. Never place bottles, warm objects, or fizzy drinks in the freezer.
FREEZING
Only use fresh food of the best quality. Cool hot dishes to room temperature as quickly as possible before placing them in the freezer. Wrap food
carefully in freezer foil, or use the special freezer boxes or bags which are on the market. Divide food into small portions before freezing - this
ensures that freezing is more rapid, and means that you only need to defrost the amount needed for immediate consumption. Remember that
defrosted food must not be re-frozen. However, dishes which have been made using defrosted food may be frozen. Mark the freezer packaging
with the date of freezing. We recommend keeping a record of the contents of your freezer. If freezing is too slow, the quality of the food being frozen
deteriorates. Consequently, do not freeze larger amounts than stated in the freezer's data plate. If you wish to freeze food several days in a row, the
maximum freezing capacity stated per day is reduced by about one-third. As far as possible, keep the lid closed during freezing. If you know noth-
ing about home freezing, we recommend that you purchase a book containing advice and guidelines.
DEFROSTING
In general food should not be defrosted at room temperature, since this increases the risk of bacteria growth. It is best to defrost large portions
of meat or poultry in the refrigerator, and this also applies to food which is to be consumed as it is (e.g. fruit, butter and sliced meat). Small por-
tions of food can be cooked straight from the freezer. A good number of ready-to-cook dishes can also be cooked without defrosting. Always
observe the instructions on product packaging. Bread tastes good when defrosted in a moderate oven. Microwave ovens can be used for the
rapid defrosting of most frozen foods. Observe the instructions for use of the microwave oven concerned.
The formation of frost on the inside of freezers cannot be avoided. Frost is formed when moisture contained in the air comes into contact with
the cold surfaces of the freezer. Consequently, the lid should only be opened when necessary, and it should never be left open. A thin layer of
ice or frost does not affect the function of the freezer adversely, and can be removed carefully using the scraper provided.
IMPORTANT! Never use a knife or any other sharp implement to remove frost.
When the frost or ice layer is 10-15 mm thick, the freezer should be defrosted. We suggest that you defrost your freezer when there is little or no
food inside. Switch off the current. Remove the contents of the freezer, wrap them in newspapers, and leave them in a cold place. The speed of
defrosting can be increased by placing one or more bowls of hot (not boiling) water inside the freezer and closing the lid. Open the lid after a
while, and remove the layer of ice carefully. Do not try to speed up defrosting by using anything other than hot water, since this may damage the
freezer. After defrosting, clean the inside of the freezer.
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR FREEZER INSIDE
Remove the plug from the mains socket, and remove all loose accessories before cleaning the freezer. The best time to clean your freezer is after
defrosting and before the electricity supply is connected again. Use a damp cloth to clean your freezer. Use hot water, and a mild, non-aromatic
cleaning agent. After cleaning the freezer, clean the basket/baskets before replacing them.
IMPORTANT! Never use strong cleaning agents, scouring powder or strongly aromatic cleaning agents to clean your freezer inside,
since this will damage the inside and leave a strong smell.
FREEZING
CAPACITY
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