PRIMO PR130DV Freezer User Manual

PRIMO PR130DV Freezer

WARRANTY

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This appliance has a two year warranty period. During this period the manufacturer is responsible for any failures that are the direct result of construction failure. When these failures occur the appliance will be repaired or replaced if necessary. The warranty will not be valid when the damage to the appliance is caused by wrong use, not following the instructions or repairs executed by a third party. The guarantee is issued with the original till receipt. All parts, which are subject to wear, are excluded from the warranty. If your device breaks down within the 2-year warranty period, you can return the device together with your receipt to the shop where you purchased it. The guarantee on accessories and components that are liable to wear and-tear is only 6 months.

The guarantee and responsibility of the supplier and manufacturer lapse automatically in the following cases:

• If the instructions in this manual have not been followed.
• In case of incorrect connection, e.g., electrical voltage that is too high.
• In case of incorrect, rough or abnormal use.
• In case of insufficient or incorrect maintenance.
• In case of repairs or alterations to the device by the consumer or non-authorised third parties.
• If the customer used parts or accessories that are not recommended or provided by the supplier / manufacturer.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To ensure safety, you must read this manual thoroughly. This appliance is made for domestic use and should only be used according to the instructions described below.

• This device may be used by children from the age of 8 years and by persons with a physical sensory or mental limitations or lack of experience and knowledge if these persons are supervised have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe manner and that they also know the hazards involved in using the device.
• Children must not play with the appliance.
• Maintenance and cleaning of the appliance must not be done by children, unless they are older than 8 years of age and are supervised.
• Keep the appliance and cord out of the reach of children under the age of 8.
• If the electrical cord is damaged, it must replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales service or a similarly qualified person person in order to avoid any accident.
• Caution : the appliance must not be used with an external timer or remote control.
• This device is suitable for use in the household environment and in similar environments such as:
  • Kitchen corner for staff of stores, offices and other similar professional environments.
  • Farm houses.
  • Hotel and motel rooms and other environments with a residential character.
  • Guest rooms, or similar.
• Before use, check that the voltage listed on the appliance matches the voltage of your home’s electrical system.
• Do not leave the cord hanging on a hot surface or over the edge of a table or countertop.
• Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children.
• Use of accessories not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
• Unplug the appliance when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts, and before cleaning. Unplug the power cord by the plug itself. Never pull on the cord to unplug the unit.
• Do not use the appliance outdoors.
• Use the appliance only for its intended purpose.
• Before first use, remove all packaging materials and any promotional stickers.
• This appliance is heavy. Be careful when moving it.
• Do not make any adjustments to the device, this could be dangerous. If electrical work must be done to install the appliance, it must be done by a qualified electrician or competent person.
• Only store edible foods in the freezer. After installation, let the appliance stand for 3 hours before turning it on. This will allow the refrigerant to settle.
• WARNING! Never put this unit on or near a gas fire or electric fire or in a place where it could come in contact with a heat source. There are flammable materials on the back of the appliance.
• Pay attention to the “fire hazard – flammable material” symbol located on the back of the appliance.
• The appliance must not be used with an extension cord or power strip.

Follow the instructions below to prevent food contamination:

• Opening the door for long periods of time can significantly increase the temperature in the appliance’s compartments.
• Clean surfaces that may come in contact with food regularly. Keep the condensation channel and drain hole at the back of the appliance clean.
• Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator so that it does not come in contact with or drip on other food.
• If the appliance is left empty for a long time, you should turn it off, defrost and clean it. Let it dry and leave the door open to prevent meld from growing inside the appliance.
• This freestanding appliance should not be built-in.

Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated area. The appliance is intended for use in an area where the ambient temperature falls within the following class depending on the climate class found on the rating plate on the back of the appliance.

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PARTS

1. Thermostat
2. Freezer drawers
3. Adjustable feet
   

INSTALLATION

• Remove all packing material, both inside and outside.
• Clean the outside of the unit with a dry cloth. You can clean the inside with a soft damp cloth.
• Do not place the appliance in a narrow passage, in direct sunlight or moisture.
• Make sure that air can circulate freely around the refrigerator. The back of the refrigerator should be at least 5 cm away from the wall.
• Place the refrigerator on a solid, level surface. If your surface is not flat, you can straighten the appliance using the feet. You can raise or lower these by turning them.
• Avoid direct sunlight and heat. Sunlight can damage the outside of the refrigerator. Heat will cause higher consumption.
• Avoid excessive humidity. Too much moisture in the air will cause frost to form too quickly in your refrigerator.
• The thermostat is located on the inside of the appliance. When you open the door, you can set the thermostat at the top. Set the thermostat to “MAX” for maximum cooling. The higher the setting, the harder the appliance will cool.
  

USE

Remove all packaging materials and any promotional stickers before use. Clean the inside of the unit with lukewarm water and some bicarbonate of soda (5ml for 0.5l of water). Do not use soap or detergent as the smell may linger. Dry the appliance thoroughly.

Temperature Control
The thermostat can be set to MIN (cold), NORMAL (colder) and MAX (coldest).

Thermostat| Temperature (ambient temperature between +16°C and +38°C)
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MIN| -16 °C
NORMAL| -20 °C
MAX| -25 °C

The temperature is affected by:

• The room temperature
• How often the door is opened
• How much is in the freezer
• The position of the appliance

Start-up

1. Wait 3 hours after installation to start up the freezer.
2. Plug in the power cord.
3. Turn the thermostat to the desired temperature setting.
4. Wait about 4 hours until the desired temperature is reached before putting food in the freezer.

Caution:

• Do not refreeze food if it has already been defrosted.
• Do not put beverages with bubbles in the freezer.
• Be careful when consuming popsicles just out of the freezer to avoid freezer burns.
• Do not take anything out of the freezer with wet hand.

Tips

• The freezer makes noise when the compressor pumps the refrigerant around. This is normal.
• Do not put hot foods in the freezer.
• Make sure the food is covered.
• Do not compress the food too much; air should still be able to circulate around it.
• Do not leave the door open too long. Also make sure that the door is always closed properly again.
• Label the food with the date to check the shelf life in the freezer.

PACKING FROZEN FOOD

To prevent food from losing its flavour or drying out, place food in airtight packaging.

1. Place food in packaging.
2. Remove air.
3. Seal the wrapping.
4. Label packaging with contents and dates of freezing Suitable packaging: Plastic film, tubular film made of polyethylene, aluminium foil, freezer containers.

RECOMMENDED STORAGE TIMES OF FROZEN FOOD IN THE FREEZER

These times vary depending on the type of food. The food that you freeze can be preserved from 1 to 12 months (minimum at -18°C).

Butter, vegetables (blanched), eggs whole and yolks, cooked crayfish, minced meat (raw), pork (raw)| 6 months
Fruit (dry or in syrup), egg whites, beef (raw), whole chicken, lamb (raw), fruit cakes| 12 months

Never forget:

• When you freeze fresh foods whit a ‘use by /best before/best by/’ date, you must freeze them before the expiry of this date.
• Check that the food was not already frozen. Indeed, frozen food that has thawed completely must not be refrozen.
• Once defrosted, food should be consumed quickly

STORAGE GUIDE

For the best storage, set up your refrigerating appliance as follows:

DOOR CONVERSION

Before changing the direction of rotation, check that the plug is unplugged and that the appliance is empty. It is recommended to use a Phillips screwdriver and a spanner (both not supplied).

1. Remove the hinge cover from the screws. Remove the screws and then the top hinge that holds the door in place. Lift the door and place it on a soft surface to avoid scratches.
   

2. On the left side, remove the three cover caps. Two are located on the refrigerator, one is located on the door.

3. Remove the bottom screws, hinge bracket and the levelling foot at the bottom left of the appliance.

4. Fix the screws, hinge bracket and the adjusting foot on the other side of the base.
   

5. Carefully put the door in place. Make sure the door is both horizontally and vertically aligned so that the seals are closed on all sides before fully tightening the top hinge. Return the hinge and screw tightly to the top of the appliance. Replace the cover plate.

6. Level the appliance using the adjustable foot.
   

• Pictures may vary from your purchased model.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Always unplug the appliance before cleaning.

Inside

• Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Do not use detergents, caustic powders, perfumed cleaning products, floor polish or cleaning products containing bleach or alcohol.

Exterior

• Wash the exterior with warm soapy water.
• Do not use caustic or abrasive products.
• Be careful of the sharp edges on the bottom of the unit.
• Once or twice a year, remove dust from the compressor with a brush or vacuum cleaner, as the accumulation of dust can affect the performance and energy consumption of the unit.

Defrosting

1. Empty the freezer.
2. Unplug it from the electrical outlet.
3. Open the door.
4. Place a suitable container to collect the thawing water.
5. After defrosting, clean the inside and dry thoroughly.
6. Plug in the power cord

Caution: Do not use sharp objects to scrape the ice off the freezer walls.

Long-term non-use

When the appliance is not in use for a long period of time, unplug the outlet, empty the freezer, defrost and leave the door ajar to avoid doors.

MOVE THE DEVICE

• If the unit is turned off for any reason, wait 10 minutes before turning it on again. The pressure in the cooling system should be stabilized before turning the unit on again.
• Turn off the appliance and unplug it. Remove all food products. Also remove or secure all mobile parts (drawers, etc.) in the freezer to prevent shock.
• Move the appliance and install. If the appliance was held on its side while being moved, even if very briefly, leave the appliance in the upright position for at least 10 minutes before turning it on.
• Your appliance uses isobutane (R600a) as a refrigerant. Notwithstanding that R600a is an environmentally friendly and natural gas, it is explosive. Therefore, be very careful while moving or installing your device to avoid damage to the cooling elements. In case of a leak caused by damage to the cooling elements, move your freezer away from open flames or heat sources and air the room the appliance is in for a few minutes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• The unit is not receiving power, check that the power supply is OK.
• Check that the plug is plugged in.
• Check that the correct voltage is used.

The device jumps up too often.|

• Check that the door is closed properly and that the drawers are fully retracted
• Do not place hot food in the appliance; let it cool to room temperature first
• The door has been open too often or too long.
• The appliance is getting the wrong voltage.
• The appliance is too close to a heat source or direct sunlight.

The inside temperature of the appliance is too hot.|

• Check that the unit has power.
• Check that the plug is plugged in.
• The door has been left open too long or too often.
• The air supply is blocked.
• Check that the appliance is getting the correct voltage.
• The appliance is too close to a heat source or the sun.

The device is making a strange noise.|

• The device is not standing straight.
• The device is placed against another object or against the wall. Move the device.

ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it must be brought to the applicable collection point for recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

The packaging is recyclable. Please treat the packaging ecologically

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