Nordmende CF142WHA+ User manual
CF142WHA+
Chest Freezer
Contents
Safety Warnings............................................................................................................................ 4
Unpacking..................................................................................................................................... 6
Location .......................................................................................................................................................................7
Free Space Requirements......................................................................................................................................7
Cleaning Before Use ................................................................................................................................................7
Before Using The Unit.............................................................................................................................................7
Product Overview......................................................................................................................... 8
Operation ...................................................................................................................................... 9
Switching On The Unit.. ..........................................................................................................................................9
Adjusting The Temperature..................................................................................................................................9
Fast Freezing...............................................................................................................................................................9
Noise Within The Unit........................................................................................................................................... 10
Tips For Storing Food In The Unit....................................................................................................................10
Preparations For Freezing................................................................................................................................... 10
Defrosting Frozen Food.......................................................................................................................................10
Cleaning ...................................................................................................................................... 11
Defrosting ................................................................................................................................................................11
Cleaning The Unit..................................................................................................................................................11
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................... 12
Care When Handling &Moving The Unit......................................................................................................12
Servicing................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Disposal....................................................................................................................................... 12
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................... 13
Switching Off For Long Periods Of Time.......................................................................................................12
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Safety Warnings
For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock,
please follow all the safety precautions listed below.
•Read all instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them for
future reference.
•Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third party, make sure to
include this manual.
•This appliance is intended for indoor household use and similar
applications such as:
- clients in hotels and other residential type environments;
- catering and similar non-retail applications.
•Ensure that the plug is easily accessible to enable disconnection from
the mains supply.
•If the mains cable is damaged, it must be replaced by NordMende, its
service agent, or a qualified technician. NordMende is not responsible
for any damage that might be caused by defective connection by
unauthorised personnel.
•Do not place the unit near heat sources such as radiators or fires. The
refrigerant and vesicant are flammable.
•The unit must be manoevured by a minimum of two people at all times.
•This appliance is suitable for individuals aged from 8 years and above,
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children should not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be carried out by
children without adequate supervision.
•If the unit is fitted with a lock, the key should be kept out of reach of
children and away from the freezer.
•Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a
flammable propellant in the appliance.
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•Do not store bottles or glass containers in the freezer compartment.
Contents that can expand when frozen, such as fizzy drinks, may break
glass and damage the freezer cavity.
WARNING
• Keep ventilation openings in the main cavity or in the built-in
structure clear of obstructions.
•Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the
defrosting process.
•Do not place or use electrical appliances inside the food storage
compartments of the unit.
•Do not damage the refrigerant circuit (The refrigerant is an
environmentally-friendly gas but it is combustible. Take care
when transporting or moving the unit to ensure that the
refrigeration circuit is not damaged. In the event of damage,
avoid naked flames or ignition sources and ventilate the room
for a number of minutes).
•When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not
trapped or damaged.
•Do not locate multiple extension leads or portable power
supplies at the rear of the appliance.
WARNING
IT IS HAZARDOUS FOR ANYONE OTHER THAN AUTHORISED
SERVICE PERSONNEL TO CARRY OUT SERVICING OF REPAIRS WHICH
INVOLVE THE REMOVAL OF COVERS.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT ATTEMPT
REPAIRS YOURSELF.
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Unpacking
Main Unit
Freezer Basket Plastic Scraper
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing this Chest Freezer.
We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual in order to fully
understand all of the operational features it offers.
Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this instruction manual for
future reference.
Instruction
Manual
Remove all items from the packaging. If disposing of the packaging, please recycle the material.
The following items are included in your purchase:
INSTALLATION
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Location
When selecting a position for your unit, make sure the floor is flat and firm, and the room is well ventilated.
The unit is also suitable for placement in a garage. For optimum energy efficiency, the unit should be
located within an average room temperature of between 10°C and 43°C. If the room temperature drops
below or rises above this range, the energy consumption and performance may be affected. Avoid locating
the unit near a heat source e.g. a cooker, boiler or radiator. Avoid direct sunlight as it may increase the
electricity consumption. Do not cover the unit.
Free Space Requirements
When installing the unit, ensure that 25 mm of free
space is left at both sides and 50 mm at the rear of
the unit. Please ensure there is adequate space for
the door to fully open.
•Keep the door locked when the unit is not in use.
•The door lock is specially designed to prevent the keys from being left inside the lock.
•The door keys should be kept out of reach of children.
Before plugging in you must:
Check that you have a socket which is compatible with the plug supplied with the unit. Do not
turn it on for two hours after moving the unit. The coolant fluid will settle during this time.
Before Using The Freezer
Before placing any food in the freezer cavity, turn it on and wait for 24 hours to ensure it works properly and
has time to adjust to the correct temperature. The unit should not be overfilled.
Cleaning Before Use
Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda. Then rinse with warm water using a
sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before use. Clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth.
If you require more information refer to the Cleaning section.
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OFF
Power Run Alarm
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4
3
2
1
Freezer Basket
Power
Indicator
Run
Indicator
Alarm
Indicator
Water Drain
Plug
Product Overview
Wheels
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Operation
Switching On The Unit
1.
3 status indicators will light up. Once the unit reaches the
correct temperature:
• Power Indicator (green) : stays on
•
maintains its internal temperature
• Alarm Indicator (amber) : lights up when the unit’s
internal temperature rises above -9°C.
The internal temperature of your freezer is controlled by
a thermostat. Adjust the thermostat control dial to the
desired position.6makes the appliance colder and is
used for fast freezing. The ideal position is 4but should
be adjusted according to its environment.
The unit may not operate at the correct temperature if it
is in an overly hot or anoverly cold room, or if the door is
opened often.
To ensure that the unit is cool enough to sufficiently
freeze your food, wait 24 hoursbeforeusing.
If you are concerned that your unit is not being kept cold
enough and wish to check the temperature, you will
need a special fridge/freezer thermometer. These are
available from most supermarkets and hardware shops.
Place the thermometer in the freezer and leave
overnight. The correct temperature for the freezer
should be -18°C or lower.
OFF
PowerRunAlarm
SUPER
5
4
3
2
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Adjusting The Temperature
The internal temperature of the unit is controlled by a thermostat. The recommended position is between 2 and 3 for
colder working environments (i.e. during winter) and between 4 and 5 for hotter environments (i.e. during summer).
Please adjust according to the environment.
Fast Freezing
Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible. Turn the dial to 6so your freezer will operate at the coldest
temperature (approximately -28°C) continuously. It helps to quickly freeze and retain more of the goodness of your
food. Freezing should take approximately 24 hours. Once complete, turn the dial back to its original position.
The Alarm indicator will light up if the unit’s internal temperature rises above -9°C .
OFF
Power Run Alarm
56
4
3
2
1
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Noise Within The Unit
Some noise is caused by the circulation of the refrigerant liquid in the cooling system. It has become more
pronounced since the introduction of CFC free gases. This is not a fault and will not affect the performance of
the unit. This is the compressor motor working, as it pumps the refrigerant around the system.
Tips For Storing Food In The Unit
•Cooked meat/fish should always be stored above raw meat/fish to avoid bacteria transfer. Keep raw meat/
fish in a container which is large enough to collect juices and cover it properly. Place the container at the
bottom of the cavity.
•Leave space around the food to allow air to circulate inside the unit. Ensure all parts of the unit are kept
cool.
•To prevent transfer of flavours and drying out, pack or cover food separately. Fruit and vegetables do not
need to be wrapped.
•Always let pre-cooked food cool down before you place it in the unit. This will help to maintain the
internal temperature of the unit.
•To prevent cold air escaping from the unit, try to limit the number of times you open the door. It is
recommended that you only open the door when you need to put food in or take food out.
Preparations For Freezing
•Use quality food and handle it as little as possible. Freeze food in small quantities as it freezes
faster, takes less time to defrost and enables you to better control the quantity you need.
•Leave cooked food to cool completely. Chill food before freezing if possible.
•Consider how you would like to cook the food before freezing it. Do not freeze food in metal
containers if you may want to microwave it straight from the freezer.
•Use special freezer bags, freezer film, polythene bags, plastic containers, and aluminium foil (heavy
duty grade only). If in doubt, double wrap the food. Do not use aluminium foil for acidic foods, such
as citrus fruits. Do not use thin cling film, glass, or used food containers without cleaning.
•Exclude as much air from the container as possible. This could be done through using special
vacuum bags which remove excessive air out of the packaging.
•Leave a small amount of air space when freezing liquids to allow for expansion.
•For space efficiency, freeze liquids (or solids with liquid e.g. stew) in square blocks. Pour the liquid
into a polythene bag inside a square sized container. Freeze it, and then remove it from the
container and seal the bag.
•Label your frozen foods, as they will look similar to each other when frozen. Write the contents and
date; otherwise the frozen food might exceed the storage time and cause food poisoning. Refer to
the food packaging for the recommended storage time.
Defrosting Frozen Food
1. Take the frozen food out and let it defrost at room temperature. Don’t forget that defrosting in a warm area
encourages the growth of bacteria and low temperature cooking may not destroy dangerous bacteria.
2.
3. Always make sure there are no ice-crystals in the food before cooking, particularly with meat. These crystals
indicate that the food has not fully defrosted.
4. Cook food as soon as possible after defrosting.
5. Many microwaves and ovens have a defrost setting. To avoid bacterial build up, only use these if you intend
to cook the food immediately afterwards.
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