User manual BARTSCHER 500391

[. . . ] This appliance must not be installed outdoors - not even in an area protected by a roof. It is extremely dangerous to leave it exposed to rain or storms. It must only be used by adults and exclusively to refrigerate and freeze foodstuffs, following the instructions for use contained in this manual. Do not ever touch or handle the appliance with bare feet or with wet hands or feet. [. . . ] 9 GB A closer look A Temperature regulation knob his knob is used to regulate the temperature in the two compartments with the following settings: C D E Removable miscellaneous shelf Compartment for a 2 litre bottle Removable door shelf for bottles Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Drain for Defrost Water Removable, Height-adjustable Shelves Compartment for storing frozen foods, freezing fresh foods and making ice The refrigerator is off; 1 less cold; 5 colder F G H I B Removable door shelves with lid, with egg tray and lidded butter dish A I B H C H H G F C D E GB 10 How to Start the Appliance NOTICE After the appliance has been delivered, stand it in the upright position and wait approximately 3 hours before connecting it to the electrical outlet to guarantee that it operates properly. Before placing foodstuffs in the refrigerator or freezer, clean the interior well with warm water and baking soda. After putting the plug in the socket, make sure that the light is on inside the appliance and then turn the thermostat knob (A) to the “3” setting. After a few hours have passed, you can place fresh food in the refrigerator compartment and frozen foods into the freezer. How to use the refrigerator compartment. The thermostat automatically regulates the temperature inside the appliance 1 = less cold 5 = colder It is recommended that a medium setting be used. To increase the amount of space, optimize arrangement and improve appearance, this appliance has a “cooling area” located within the back panel of the refrigerator compartment. When the appliance is operating, this panel may be covered with frost or droplets of water depending on whether the compressor is operating or not at a given time. the refrigerator is operating normally. If the thermostat knob is positioned on higher settings while the refrigerator is heavily filled and the ambient temperature high, the appliance may run continuously, resulting in the formation of frost on the back cooling area. This will lead to an increase in energy consumption. - Do not open the freezer door in the event of a power failure or malfunction. This precaution will slow the rise in temperature within the compartment. If the door is not opened, frozen and fast-frozen foods will remain in their current state for approximately 9-14 hours. - Do not place full bottles in the freezer: they could easily burst because all liquids increase in volume when they freeze. - Fill the ice cube trays about 3/4 full. - If the ambient temperature remains below 14°C for an extended period of time, the temperature needed for extended storage of food in the freezer will not be reached, resulting in reduced storage life of the food. Tips on Saving Energy - Install the Appliance Properly In other words, away from sources of heat and direct sunlight, in a well ventilated room complying with the minimum distances indicated in the paragraph entitled, “ Installation/Ventilation. ” THE ACTUAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION OF THE APPLIANCE DEPENDS ON THE WAY THE SAME IS USED AND ON ITS LOCATION. The consumption tests were performed in 560mm deep column units, the most common installation setting for this appliance. - Use the Right Temperature Setting A setting which is too cold increases energy consumption. - Do not Overfill To conserve food properly, the cold air must circulate freely within the refrigerator. [. . . ] 13 GB Fruits and Vegetables Food Preparation Blanching Time 2’ Wrapping In Containers (cover with syrup) In Containers (cover with syrup) In Containers (cover with sugar) In Containers (add 10% sugar) In Containers (sugar to taste) Storage (months) 12 Thawing Time In refrigerator very slowly. Remove leaves, cut head into small pieces and blanch in water and a little lemon juice. preparation 10 / 12 Cauliflower 2’ Plastic Baggies 12 Not required. Cabbage and Brussel Sprouts Peas French Beans Carrots, Peppers and Turnips Mushrooms and Asparagus Spinach Vegetable for Soups 1’ / 2’ 2’ 2 3’ / 4’ Plastic Baggies Plastic Baggies Plastic Baggies Plastic Baggies Plastic Baggies or Containers Plastic Baggies Plastic Baggies or Containers Wrapping 10 / 12 12 10 / 12 12 At room temperature. [. . . ]