User manual INDESIT UFAN400S

[. . . ] Operating Instructions FREEZER Contents GB English, 1 Installation, 2-6 GB Positioning and connection Reversible doors Description of the appliance, 4 Overall view Start-up and use, 5 Starting the appliance Using the freezer to its full potential Maintenance and care, 6 Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours Defrosting the appliance UFAN 300 (UK) UFAN 400 (UK) UFAN 400 S (UK) Precautions and tips, 7 General safety Disposal Respecting and conserving the environment Troubleshooting, 8 Assistance, 8 Installation GB !Before placing your new appliance into operation please read these operating instructions carefully. They contain important information for safe use, for installation and for care of the appliance. Please keep these operating instructions for future reference. [. . . ] Fresh food must be stored in the top FREEZER and STORAGE compartment where the temperature drops below -18°C and guarantees rapid freezing. • Do not place glass bottles which contain liquids, and which are corked or hermetically sealed in the freezer because they could break. • The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen each day is indicated on the data plate, which is located inside the freezer (for example: 4 kg per 24 hours). • In order to obtain a greater amount of space in the freezer compartment, you may remove the bins (except the lowest bin) and place the food directly onto the evaporator plates. • To freeze food (if the freezer is already in operation): - For small quantities measuring less than half of the value indicated on the data plate, turn the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to the SUPER (rapid freezing) position (the corresponding yellow indicator light will illuminate), place the food inside and close the door. After 24 hours, once the freezing process is complete, turn the knob back to its normal operating position. - For large quantities measuring over half of the maximum value indicated on the data plate, turn the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to the SUPER position 24 hours before placing the food you wish to freeze inside. After another 24 hours, once the freezing process is complete, turn the knob back to its normal operating position. Do not open the door during freezing. MAX WATER LEVEL WATER LEVEL MAX WATER LEVEL MAX 5 Maintenance and care GB Switching the appliance off During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply: 1. pull the plug out of the socket Defrosting the appliance !Do not speed up the defrosting process by using any tools or electrical devices other than the scraper provided, you may damage the refrigeration circuit. Remove frost regularly using the special scraper provided. If the frost layer is greater than 5 mm, it is necessary to defrost manually: 1. The day before, turn the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to the SUPER position (the yellow SUPERFREEZE indicator light will illuminate) to further cool the food. After 24 hours, turn the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to , which will switch the refrigerator off. Wrap frozen foods in newspaper and place them in another freezer or in a cool place. Leave the door open until the frost has melted completely. This can be made easier by placing containers with lukewarm water in the freezer compartment. . Certain appliances are fitted with the DRAIN SYSTEM to lead the water outside. Let the water flow into a container (see diagram). Clean and dry the freezer compartment carefully before switching the appliance on again. until the ideal storage conditions have been restored, before placing food in the freezer compartment. Cleaning the appliance • The external and internal parts, as well as the rubber seals may be cleaned using a sponge that has been soaked in lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda or neutral soap. [. . . ] This is not a defect, it is normal. The appliance makes a lot of noise. 8 Assistance Guarantee Gu 12 months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer’s guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase. This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you. This guarantee is subject to the following conditions: The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and maintenance instructions. The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate. [. . . ]