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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
GB
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
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After installation, make sure that the appliance is not
standing on the power supply cable.
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Do not store glass containers with liquids in the appliance
since they may burst.
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Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking
them out of the appliance since they may cause cold burns.
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Before servicing or cleaning the appliance, unplug it from
the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply.
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Do not install the appliance in places exposed to direct
sunlight or near heat sources in order to avoid increasing
power consumption.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapours
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The
fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
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Install the appliance in a perfectly horizontal position, on a floor
strong enough to take its weight and in an area suitable for its
size and use.
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Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated place.
The appliance is set for operation at specific ambient
temperature ranges, according to the climatic class indicated
on the data plate located at the rear of the product. The
appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long period
at a temperature above or below the indicated range.
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If the appliance is left empty for short periods, it is
preferable not to switch it off.
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Be careful not to damage the floors when you move the
appliance (e.g. parquet flooring).
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Do not use mechanical devices or any means other than
those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up the
defrosting process.
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Do not use electrical appliances inside the product, unless such
appliances are specifically recommended by the manufacturer.
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This appliance is not designed for use by young children or
the infirm without supervision.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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The power cable may only be replaced by an authorized person.
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Do not use extension leads or adapters.
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Electrical disconnection must be possible either by
unplugging the appliance or by means of a double-pole
switch located upline from the socket.
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Ensure that the voltage indicated on the appliance data
plate corresponds to the domestic supply voltage.
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Do not ingest the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs
(if provided).
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Restrict the number of times you open the lid.
DEFROSTING THE APPLIANCE
The appliance should be defrosted when the thickness of ice
on the walls reaches 5-6 mm.
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Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply.
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Remove the packs of food from the appliance and wrap them
close together in newspaper and store in a very cool place or
thermally insulated bag.
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Leave the appliance lid open.
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Remove the internal defrost water drain plug (depending
on model).
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Remove the external defrost
water drain plug (depending on
model) and reposition it as
shown in the figure.
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Place a bowl beneath the
drainage channel to collect the
residual water. If available, use
the divider.
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Speed up defrosting by using a
spatula to detach the ice from the
appliance walls.
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Remove the ice from the bottom
of the appliance.
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In order to avoid permanent damage to the appliance
interior, do not use pointed or sharp metal
instruments for removing the ice.
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Do not use abrasive products or heat up the interior
artificially.
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Dry the interior of the appliance thoroughly.
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On completion of the defrosting, refit the plug.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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Remove the ice from the upper edge (see the
Troubleshooting Guide).
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Clean the inside after defrosting, using a sponge dampened
with warm water and/or mild detergent.
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Clean the side motor cooling grille (depending on model).
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Remove dust from the condenser on the rear of the
appliance.
Before carrying out maintenance, unplug the appliance.
Do not use abrasive products, scourers or
stain-removers (e.g. acetone, trichloroethylene) to
clean the appliance.
To obtain the best results from your appliance, carry
out cleaning and maintenance at least once a year.
CHANGING THE LID
LIGHT BULB
(IF PROVIDED)
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Disconnect the appliance from
the mains power supply.
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Remove the diffuser by
following the sequence of steps
shown in the figure.
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Unscrew the light bulb and
replace it with an identical bulb of the same wattage and
voltage.
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Refit the diffuser and plug in the appliance.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
1.The red LED (if provided) remains alight.
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Is there a power failure?
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Is a defrosting operation in progress?
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Is the appliance lid properly closed?
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Is the appliance placed near a heat source?
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Is the thermostat setting correct?
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Are the ventilation grille and condenser clean?
2.The appliance is too noisy.
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Is the appliance perfectly horizontal?
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Is the appliance in contact with other furniture or objects
that may cause vibrations?
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Has the packaging been removed from under the appliance?
Note:
Gurgling noises from the refrigerating circuit after the
compressor cuts out are perfectly normal.