INVENTUM VK1122W Freezer User Manual

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VK1122W
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safety instructions

• Please read these instructions before operating the appliance and retain for future use.

• The appliance is intended solely for domestic use within the home.
  The appliance is suitable for keeping food. You can also freeze fresh food in the freezer compartment.

• Before plugging into a socket, check that the voltage in your home corresponds with the voltage printed on the bottom of the appliance.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

  • staff kitchen areas, in shops, offices and other working environments;
  • farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
  • bed and breakfast type environments;
  • catering and similar non-retail applications.

• Do not use single/multiple adapters or extension cables.

• Always carry out regular checks of the appliance and the power cord to ensure no damage is evident. Should there be any signs that the appliance or the power cord is damaged in the slightest degree, contact the Customer Service Department. For your own safety, only use the accessories and spare parts from the manufacturer which are suitable for the appliance.

• The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons.

• Be careful not to damage the floor when you move the appliance.

• When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

• Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

• Check the appliance is not positioned near a heat source.

• Make sure that there is sufficient ventilation, leave a space of 10 cm around the appliance.

• Keep the vent outlets of the appliance free.

• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit pipes of the appliance.

• This appliance uses R600a as a refrigerant – you can check this information from the label on the appliance – you should be careful during shipment and installation to prevent your appliance’s cooler elements from being damaged although R600a is an environmentally and natural gas. As it is explosive, in the event of a leak due to damage to the cooler elements, move your fridge from open flame or heat sources and ventilate the room where the appliance is located for a few minutes.

• Do not place explosive or flammable material in your appliance for your safety. Place drinks with a higher alcohol amount vertically and by closing their caps tightly in the cooling compartment.

• Do not re-freeze frozen goods after they have melted. This may cause health issues like food poisoning.

• Install the appliance on a firm and stable surface.

• Install the appliance in a dry and well ventilated area. The appliance is intended for operation in environments where ambient temperatures fall within the following ranges, depending on the climatic class indicated on the rating label at the back of the appliance. The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long time at a temperature outside the specified range.
  Climatic class| Ambient temperature
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  SN| From 10°C to 32°C
  N| From 16°C to 32°C
  ST| From 18°C to 38°C
  T| From 18°C to 43°C

• Do not keep any bottles containing fluids which will freeze in the freezer. The freezing may cause the bottles to break.

• Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical means to speed up the defrost process.

• Insert the plug into a socket with an efficient ground connection. If the socket has no ground contact or the plug does not match, we suggest you to call an authorized electrician for assistance.

• This appliance is not intended for installation 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.

• If this appliance replaces an old fridge with a lock, break or remove the lock before discarding it, because children may get trapped inside it and may cause an accident.

• Do not allow children to play or hide inside the appliance – there is a risk of becoming trapped and suffocating.

• This appliance may be used by children over the age of 8 and by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental skills or a lack of experience or knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the appliance safely, and are fully aware of the consequent risks of use.
  Note: Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.

• Children must not play with the appliance.

• Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children unless supervised.

• It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repairs that involve the removal of the housing.

• Only use and place the appliance indoors.

• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter and keep it away from the heated surface.

• Before moving or cleaning the appliance, make sure it is switched of and unplugged.

• For your own safety, only use the accessories and spare parts from the manufacturer which are suitable for the appliance.

• Never unplug it from the socket by pulling on the cable. Always ensure that your hands are dry before handling the plug or power cord.

• Do not eat ice cubes or ice ollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer since they may cause cold burns.

• Never immerse any part of the main body, lid, power cord and plug in water or any other liquid to protect against electrical hazards.

• If the appliance is used for other purposes than intended, or is it not handled in accordance with the instruction manual, the full responsibility for any consequences will rest with the user. Any damages to the product or other things are not covered by the warranty.

• Should you decide not to use the appliance anymore, make it inoperative by cutting the power cord after removing the plug from the socket. We also recommend making all potentially dangerous parts of the appliance harmless, particularly for children who might be tempted to play with it.

• Legislation requires that all electrical and electronic equipment must be collected for reuse and recycling. Electrical and electronic equipment marked with the symbol indicating separate collection of such equipment must be returned to a municipal waste collection point.

Refrigerant
The refrigerant isobutene (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable. During transportation and installation of the appliance, ensure that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit becomes damaged. The refrigerant (R600a) is flammable.

WARNING: Refrigerators contain refrigerant and gases in the insulation. Refrigerant and gases must be disposed of professionally as they may cause eye injuries or ignition. Ensure that tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damage prior to proper disposal.

WARNING: Risk of fire/ flammable materials
If the refrigerant circuit should be damaged:

• Avoid open flames and sources of ignition.
• Thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.
  It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. Any damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire, and/or electric shock.

appliance description

1. Drainage hole
2. Control panel
3. Lid with handle
4. Shelving baskets
5. ‘Temperature too high’ indicator
6. Super freeze function indicator| 7. Degree Celsius indicator
8. Degree Fahrenheit indicator
9. Temperature display
10. Super freeze function button
11. Temperature setting button
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before the first use

Before you use the appliance for the first time, please do as follows: Carefully unpack the appliance and remove all the packaging material and any promotional stickers. Keep the material (plastic, polystyrene and cardboard) out of reach of children. Check the appliance after unpacking for any damage, possible from transportation. Place the appliance on a flat and stable surface. Make sure there is enough open space around the appliance for the intake and/or outlet vents. A minimum clearance of 10 cm is required between the appliance and any adjacent walls. Keep a clearance of 70 cm above the appliance. The appliance needs good ventilation for easy dissipation of heat, high efficiency of refrigeration and low power consumption.
Leave the appliance to stand for at least 3 hours before you insert the plug into the socket.
First clean the interior of the appliance. Use warm water and a neutral detergent. After cleaning, rinse the interior with clean water and rub dry. Leave the appliance to dry for 1 to 2 hours.
Open the cover on the back of the appliances. Remove the power cord from the compartment, and close the cover again.

usage

The control unit of the appliance is located on the outside. Check that the voltage corresponds with what is stated on the information plate.

• Insert the plug in the socket.

• The indicator light at Celsius or Fahrenheit on the control panel lights up to indicate that the freezer is connected to the power supply. If required, hold down the TEMP button for 3 seconds to change between Celsius or Fahrenheit temperature display.
  The display shows the set temperature.

• Adjust the temperature with the temperature setting button. Repeatedly press the TEMP button briefly to change the temperature setting in the freezer from +10 ˚C to -30 ˚C (+50 ˚F to -22 ˚F).
  The appliance will now freeze continuously until the set temperature has been reached.
  Allow the appliance to reach the required temperature with no food. Usually this will take 2 to 3 hours. After this, you are able to fill the appliance with food.

• Press the SUPER button to switch on the Super Freeze function when adding warm food to the freezer. The accompanying indicator light will light up and the freezer will now freeze at maximum capacity.
  In case of a power interruption, the Super Freeze function is not switched on again automatically, once the power supply has been restored. If necessary, this should be done manually.

• The ‘temperature too high’ indicator switches on when the temperature in the freezer has become too high, such as after a power interruption. Keep the cover closed during the period that the indicator light lights up. Once the freezer starts freezing again and the temperature is back to normal, the indicator light switches off automatically.
  Switch off the appliance by pulling the plug out of the socket.

Display

• The display shows the set temperature in the freezer. In case of a failure, the display can also display an error code.
• Normally, the temperature indication disappears 30 seconds after pressing the TEMP button for the last time. If you want to display the temperature continuously, hold down the TEMP and SUPER buttons at the same time for 5 seconds. ‘OF’ will be briefly shown on the display, after which the temperature will be displayed continuously. Repeat this procedure to have the temperature display disappear again after 30 seconds. ‘ON’ is briefly shown on the display and the function is switched on again.
• You can lock the temperature setting by holding down the SUPER button for 3 seconds.
  To switch the lock off again, hold down the SUPER button for 3 seconds again. After that, you can change the temperature setting again.

OPENING AND CLOSING THE LID
The lid is provided with a tight sealing. Therefore, it can be difficult to open the lid immediately after closing. A vacuum may form.
In that case wait a few minutes before opening the lid again.

SHELVING BASKET
The freezer comes with a shelving basket. Hang the basket on the top edge in the freezer.

Note:
The ambient air temperature, how often the lid is opened and the position of the appliance can affect the internal temperature.
These factors must be taken into account when setting the thermostat.

• Do not put hot food into the freezer.
• Never introduce volatile, inflammable or explosive fluids such as alcohol, acetone or petrol because of the risk of explosion.
• It is advisable to wrap meat and fish to avoid odours.
• The lid should not be left open any longer than necessary.
• Do not freeze too large an amount of food at one time; the faster the food is frozen, the longer is preserves its qualities.
• Place frozen food in the freezer compartment as soon as possible after purchase. Make sure that it doesn’t defrost during transport.
• Do not store glass bottles or containers with liquids in the freezer which will freeze. The freezing may cause the bottles to break.
  Highly carbonated drinks can even explode. Never keep lemonade, fruit juice, beer, wine, champagne, etc. in the freezer.

tips

• High ambient temperatures have a negative effect on energy use. Keep the appliance in a position away from direct sunlight or other sources of heat.
• Keep ventilation openings free. Clogged openings lead to higher use of energy.
• Try not to open the lid too often, especially when the weather is wet and hot. Once you open the lid, mind to close it as soon as possible.
• Turn the thermostat to a lower setting when the circumstances allow it.
• Before storing fresh cooked food, make sure the food has cooled at least to room temperature.
• Ice and frost layer increase energy consumption, so clean the appliance as soon as the layer is 3 to 5 mm thick.
• If the gasket is damaged or if it turns out that the sealing is poor, the energy consumption is substantially higher. To restore efficiency, replace the gasket.
• Always consider the instructions, otherwise the energy consumption is substantially higher.

To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions

• Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
• Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.
• Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.
• Two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice-cream and making ice cubes.
• One-, two- and three-start compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.

Order| Compartments TYPE| Target storage
temp. [°C]| Appropriate food
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1| Fridge| +2 ≤ +8| Eggs, cooked food, packaged food, fruits and vegetables, dairy products, cakes, drinks and other foods are not suitable for freezing.
2| (*)-Freezer| ≤-18| Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and  nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.
3| -Freezer| ≤-18| Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and  nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.
4| *-Freezer| ≤-12| Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.
5| -Freezer| ≤-6| Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.
6| 0-star| -6 ≤ 0| Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, some packaged processed foods, etc. (Recommended to eat within the same day, preferably no more than 3 days).
Partially encapsulated processed foods (non-freezable foods).
7| Chill| -2 ≤ +3| Fresh/ frozen pork, beef, chicken, freshwater aquatic products, etc. (7 days below 0°C and above 0°C is recommended for consumption within that day, preferably no more than 2 days). Seafood (less than 0 for 15 days, it is not recommended to store above 0°C.
8| Fresh food| 0 ≤ +4| Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, cooked food, etc. (Recommended to eat within the same day, preferably no more than 3 days)
9| Wine| +5 ≤+20| Red wine, white wine, sparkling wine, etc.

Note: please store different foods according to the compartments or target storage temperature of your purchased products.

• If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.
  Water dispenser cleaning (special for water dispenser products):

• Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 h; flush the water system connected to a water supply if water has not been drawn for 5 days.

WARNING -Food needs to be packed in bags before putting into the refrigerator, and liquids need to be packed in bottles or capped containers to avoid the problem that the product design structure is not easy to clean.

defrosting

Defrost the freezer compartment when the layer of ice reaches a thickness of 3 to 5 mm.
Unplug the appliance. Keep the contents of the freezer in a cool place and wrapped in blankets or newspapers.
Open both outlets on the inside and at the front of the freezer and place a container underneath it. Wait for the ice to defrost.
Remove ice using a plastic scraper.
Warning: Never remove the ice with the aid of sharp objects, defrost sprays, a hair-drier, a heater, or similar items. This may lead to unsafe situations and may cause irreparable damage to the appliance.
Clean and dry the freezer. First plug it back in and then set the thermostat to the desired setting. When the freezer reaches its correct temperature, replace the food items.

cleaning & maintenance

Before cleaning the appliance, always unplug the appliance.
Clean the interior of the appliance. Use warm water and a neutral detergent to prevent any bad smells occurring. After cleaning, rinse the interior with clean water and rub dry. Leave the appliance to dry for 1 to 2 hours. Simply remove the shelves, drawer and door compartments to clean them by hand. Do not clean the interior accessories in the dishwasher.
Clean the outside of the appliance and the gasket with a soft moist cloth.
For areas that are difficult to clean in the appliance, such as narrow gaps or corners, it is recommended to wipe them regularly with a soft rag, soft brush, etc. When necessary use some auxiliary tools, such as thin sticks (tooth picks), to ensure no contamination can accumulate in these areas.
We recommend that you dust the back of the appliance and on the floor with a cloth or vacuum cleaner once a year in order to maintain a good output and low energy consumption.
Do not use hard brushes, cleaning steel wire balls, wire brushes, abrasives, such as toothpastes, organic solvents (such as alcohol, acetone, oils, etc.), boiling water, acid or alkaline items to clean the refrigerator considering that this may damage the fridge surface and interior. Boiling water and benzene may deform or damage plastic parts.

troubleshooting

Check the installation
Are the pipes at the back touching or vibrating?| Check it and move the appliance forwards
The lid does not close properly| Is the freezer loaded too full?| Check the content of the freezer.
The compressor runs too long| It is normal that the freezer operates for a longer time in the summer.| Do not place too much food at once in the freezer;
Do not place warm food in the freezer, wait for it to cool down;
Do not open the lid too often.
There is a thick frost layer inside the freezer.| Defrost and clean the freezer.
Error code E2 is shown on the display| Temperature sensor error| Contact a repair technician.

Note: gurgling and hissing noises due to expansion in the refrigerant circuit are normal.

General terms and conditions of service and warranty

5-year Inventum warranty!

1. Customers enjoy a 5-year full manufacturer’s warranty on all Inventum products.
2. Within this period, a defective product or part, which makes normal functioning of the product or part impossible, will always be repaired free of charge or, if repair is not possible and/or does not provide a solution, replaced (by the same or equivalent product). The assessment of this lies with Inventum.
3. In order to make a claim under the 5-year Inventum warranty you must, within two months after discovering the fault or defect, either return the product to the shop where you bought it, or contact the Inventum customer service department by using the form at www.inventum.eu/service.
4. The warranty period starts from the date stated on the product’s original sales receipt.
5. To invoke the warranty, you must always send a copy of the original proof of purchase with the service request and present the original proof of purchase to the service technician.
6. The 5-year warranty applies only to normal domestic use of Inventum products within the Netherlands.

Warranty exclusions

1. The 5-year Inventum guarantee does not apply in case of: normal wear and tear, consumables, improper use, insufficient or incorrect maintenance, incorrect and/or inexpert assembly and installation of the appliance, repairs by unauthorised third parties, business or commercial use, missing serial number, damage caused by an external cause. This enumeration is not exhaustive.
2. B-choice products and products that have been built-in in a showroom are not covered by the 5-year Inventum warranty. All optical damage such as dents, scratches and slight traces of use are excluded from any warranty.

Reporting malfunctions on Inventum products

1. Faults or defects on Inventum products can be reported by using the service request form on the website www.inventum.eu/service or through the seller of the product.
2. A copy of the original proof of purchase must be included with the request.
3. Inventor’s service department determines whether the product will be repaired or replaced, based on the request and the sales receipt.

Important to know

• Products sent without prior notification will not be accepted. Further to the notification you will be informed by Inventum whether a warranty applies and whether you must return the product.
• The replacement or repair of a defective product, or a part thereof, does not lead to an extension of the original warranty period.
• Products eligible for replacement or repair must be emptied and clean.

For a detailed explanation of the warranty conditions and items excluded from them, please visit Inventor’s website www.inventum.eu/algemene- voorwaarden
These general warranty and service conditions apply to Inventum brand products purchased after 27 April 2022 and intended for use within the Netherlands.
For Inventum products used outside the Netherlands, but within a EU Member State, the warranty rules of that country apply.
Inventum provides warranty and service by a white goods technician only in the Netherlands.
As a consumer, you are entitled by law to a properly working product. Does the product break down sooner than you might expect? This means that the product is not in conformity. In that case, the law offers you, the buyer, with a number of legal remedies for your protection. This legal protection is not affected by the above commercial warranty given by Inventum on Inventum products used within the Netherlands.

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References

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