Contents Unpacking ............................ 4 Installation ........................... 5 Location ..................................5 Reversing the Door Swing ........................... 5 Levelling the Unit ..............................8 Cleaning Before Use .............................. 8 Before Using Your Unit ............................8 Interior Accessories ..............................8 Product Overview ........................9 Operation ...........................
Thank you for purchasing your new Currys Essentials Undercounter Freezer. We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features it offers. Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this instruction manual for future reference.
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 with an average room temperature of between 16°C and 38°C. Avoid locating your unit near a heat source, e.g. cooker, boiler or radiator. Also avoid direct sunlight as it may increase the electrical consumption.
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INSTALLATION 2. Remove the 2 screw covers first, then undo the screws underneath. 3. Remove the 2 screws on the back. 4. Lift the top cover away from the fridge. 5. Remove the three screws, then remove the upper hinge that hold the door in place.
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INSTALLATION 8. Remove the screw-type adjustable feet from another side of the unit bottom and transfer it to the corresponding position on the opposite side of the unit bottom. 9. Reattach the two lower screws, hinge bracket and adjustable feet to the opposite side of the unit bottom.
INSTALLATION Levelling the Unit To do this adjust the two levelling feet at the front of the unit. If the unit is not level, the door and magnetic seal alignments will not be covered properly. Cleaning Before Use Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda. Then rinse with warm water using a ‘wrung-out’...
Operation Switching On Your Unit 1. Connect the mains cable to the mains socket. The internal temperature of your unit is controlled by a thermostat. There are four settings, of which position 4 is the coldest. 2. Adjust the thermostat control dial to the desired position, bear in mind that the higher the number, the lower the temperature.
Shopping for Frozen Foods • Your unit is 4-star When you are buying frozen food, check the storage guidelines on the packaging. You will be able to store each item of frozen food for the period shown against the 4-star rating. This is usually the period stated as “Best before”...
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 might build up in the unit after the it has been used for a period of time. Scrape away the frost using a plastic scraper (not included). Do not use a metal or sharp instrument to scrape away the frost, nor should you use any electrical appliances to aid defrosting.
Maintenance Care When Handling / Moving the 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. Servicing The unit should be serviced by an authorised engineer and only genuine spare parts should be used.
Specifications Model CUF55W12 Frozen Food Storage Volume 86 L Storage Temperature ≤–18°C Energy Consumption 0.470 kWh / 24h Energy consumption 172 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.
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. • Keep ventilation openings in the unit enclosure clear of obstructions.
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Normal energy Increased energy consumption consumption Installation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room. Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight. Not situated near to a heat source Situated near to a heat source (radiator, oven). (radiator, oven). Where the ideal ambient room Where there is a high ambient room temperature is approx 20°C.
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There are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU. For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product. DSG Retail Ltd • Maylands Avenue • Hemel Hempstead Herts • HP2 7TG • England (P.N.: CUF55W12-003) CUF55W12_IB_Running_Change_121121_Pauline.indd 20 21/11/2012 11:07 AM...