12CONTENTS• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in thefreezer as it creates pressure on the container,which may cause it to explode, resulting indamage to the appliance. Do not use amechanical device or any artificial means tospeed up the thawing process other than thoserecommended by the manufacturer. Never usemetal objects for cleaning your appliance as itmay get damaged.Installation• During normal operation, the condenser andcompressor at the back of the appliance heat upconsiderably. For safety reasons, minimumventilation must be as shown in the instructions.Attention: keep ventilation openings clear ofobstruction.• Care must be taken to ensure that the appliancedoes not stand on the electrical supply cable.Important: if the supply cord is damaged, it mustbe replaced by a special cord or assembly availa-ble from the manufacturer or its service agent.• If the appliance is transported horizontally, it ispossible that the oil contained in the compressorflows in the refrigerant circuit. It is advisable towait at least two hours before connecting theappliance to allow the oil to flow back in thecompressor.• There are working parts in this product whichheat up. Always ensure that there is adequateventilation as a failure to do this will result incomponent failure and possible food loss. Seeinstallation instructions.• Parts which heat up should not be exposed.Wherever possible the back of the product shouldbe against a wall.Environment ProtectionThis appliance does not contain gasses whichcould damage the ozone layer, in either itsrefrigerant circuit or insulation materials. Theappliance shall not be discarded together withthe urban refuse and rubbish. Avoid damagingthe cooling unit, especially at the rear near theheat exchanger. Information on your localdisposal sites may be obtained from municipalauthorities. The materials used on this appliancemarked by the symbol are recyclable.Disposal of old AppliancesThe symbol on the product or on its packagingindicates that this product may not be treated ashousehold waste. Instead it shall be handed over tothe applicable collection point for the recycling ofelectrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring thisproduct is disposed of correctly, you will help preventpotential negative consequences for theenvironment and human health, which couldotherwise be caused by inappropriate wastehandling of this product. For more detailedinformation about recycling of this product, pleasecontact your local city office, your household wastedisposal service or the shop where you purchasedthe product.Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Use - Cleaning the interior - Starting - Temperature regulation - Quick-freezing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Use - The temperature alarm light - Freezing fresh food - Storage of frozen food - Thawing - Ice-cube . . . . . .production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Hints - Hints for freezing - Hints for storage of frozen food - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Maintenance - Periods of no operation - Periodic cleaning - Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Customer service and spare parts - Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Installation - Location - Rear spacers - Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Installation - Door reversing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19