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∙ To ensure that nutritious elements such as vitamins are
not lost, fresh food should be deep-frozen right through
as quickly as possible. To that effect, the prepared
food should be placed into the freezer compartments,
properly spaced in one or two rows.
∙ Avoid contact with food that has already been frozen.
∙ Caution: Do not exceed the maximum freezing
capacity per day. The product data sheet at the end
of this manual contains details of the maximum daily
freezing capacity.
∙ When storing pre-frozen food, strict attention should
be paid to the manufacturer's information provided on
the packaging. If no such information is to be found,
however, a storage period of 3 months from the date of
purchase must not be exceeded.
∙ When buying frozen food, verify that the food is properly
frozen, and that the packaging does not show any sign
of damage.
∙ To maintain the quality of deep-frozen food, it should be
transported only in suitable containers and then placed
inside the freezer without delay.
∙ Carefully check the packaging when buying frozen food:
if the packaging shows signs of moisture, has bubbled
up or is bulging, it indicates that the food may not have
been stored properly and has spoiled.
∙ The storage times for frozen foods largely depend
on the ambient temperature, the temperature control
setting, the type of food and the time between shop and
freezer, but mainly also on how often the freezer door
is opened and how long it remains open. Always follow
the instructions given on the food packaging, and do not
exceed the specified maximum shelf life.
∙ Suitable packaging materials for frozen food are
transparent (i.e. non-coloured) plastic foil, bags or
aluminium foil. The packaging materials should be well
aired before use and then checked for air-tightness
before freezing the food. We strongly recommend
that you label every item stored in the freezer with all
relevant information such as type of food, freezing date
and use-by date.
Use-by dates for frozen food are specified (in months)
in the table below.
Do not exceed these storage times.
However, always observe the manufacturer's use-by dates
for the frozen food.
If the unit remains switched off for an extended period (eg
during a power failure), the door should be kept closed;
this will help to maintain the lowest possible temperature
in the cabinet. The product data sheet at the end of this
manual contains detailed information of the maximum safe
storage time in case of malfunction.
Even a slight rise in the inside temperature will shorten the
storage life of the food.
Making ice cubes
A special ice-cube tray is provided for making ice cubes. Fill
the tray ¾ full with drinking water and place it in the freezer.
The ice cubes are easier to remove from the tray if the tray
is left standing at room temperature for 5 minutes.
De-frosting and cleaning
∙ Always remove the plug from the wall socket before
cleaning.
∙ Do not pour water over the unit.
∙ Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions.
After a certain period of operation and depending on
several factors (e.g. how often the door has been opened),
a layer of ice will form inside the freezer compartment.
Once the build-up of ice has reached a thickness of 3 to 5
mm, the unit must be de-frosted.
The build-up of ice increases the power consumption of the
appliance.
The freezer should be thoroughly cleaned at least twice a
year.
∙ When de-frosting the unit, ensure that the plug has been
removed from the wall socket.
∙ Remove all food from the compartment and store it in a
cool location, eg together with pre-frozen freezer-packs
in a closed plastic container. Note that, even with a
slight increase in temperature, the storage life will be
shortened and the food should be used as soon as
possible.
∙ Leave the freezer door open.
∙ To accelerate defrosting, one or several containers with
hot (but not boiling) water may be placed inside the
freezer.
∙ Do not pour water over or inside the unit.
∙ Warning: Do not use any external device or other
means (e.g. heaters or heating fans) to accelerate de-
frosting.
∙ For frequent cleaning we recommend the use of warm
water with some mild detergent. Any accessories should
be cleaned separately with soapy water. Do not put
them in a dishwasher.
∙ Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions or any
cleaning agents that contain alcohol.
∙ After cleaning, thoroughly clean all surfaces again with
fresh water before wiping them completely dry.
∙ When re-inserting the plug into the wall socket ensure
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