User manual SIEMENS GI18DA65L/01

[. . . ] Keep all documentation for subsequent use or for the next owner. technical safety S This appliance contains a small quantity of environmentallyĆfriendly but flammable R600a refrigerant. Ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damaged during transportation and installation. Leaking refrigerant may cause eye injuries or ignite. [. . . ] Before switching on the appliance for the first time, clean the interior (see Cleaning). connect the appliance to 220ć240 V/ 50 Hz alternating current via a correctly installed earthed socket. The socket must be fused with a 10 A fuse or higher. If the appliance is to be operated in a nonĆEuropean country, check on the rating plate whether the indicated voltage and current type correspond to the values of your mains supply. The rating plate is situated in the bottom leftĆhand side of the appliance. The power cord may be replaced by an electrician only. Ventilation The air at the back of the appliance will heat up. This warm air must be allowed to freely escape, otherwise the refrigerating machine must perform more. Hence, the airĆinlet and outlet apertures should never be covered or blocked off!18 en Switching ON the appliance Press the master switch Fig. 2/2, the green and red pilot lights switch ON (not all models). To loosen the ice cubes, hold the tray briefly under running water or twist the tray slightly. If a power failure or malfunction occurs, the ice blocks can be used to slow down the thawing process. The longest storage time is obtained by placing the ice block directly on the food in the top compartment. The ice blocks can also be used to cool food temporarily , e. The temperature in the supermarket freezer should be -18 ºC or lower. Transport the frozen food in an insulating bag, where possible and put it quickly into the freezer compartment. 5/B The freezer tray is suitable for storing the ice block and for freezing individual berries, fruit, herbs and vegetables. Remove the ice block, distribute the produce uniformly on the freezer tray and leave to freeze for approx. Then transfer the produce into freezer bags or containers. To defrost the produce, spread out the individual items of food outside the appliance. Storing frozen food S To ensure good air circulation in the appliance, insert the freezer drawers all the way. [. . . ] The freezer compartment drops to a low temperature. After inserting fresh produce into the freezer compartment, switch OFF fast freezing. The freezing process is now controlled automatically by the appliance at a reduced power consumption. 3 is in the black area, the freezing process is complete. [. . . ]