UNITED UCR-2461M Chest Freezer User Manual

: June 5, 2024
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UNITED UCR-2461M Chest Freezer
General Safety **
Electrical Safety
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UNITED UCR-2461M Chest Freezer

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For your safety and correct usage
Before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to make sure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features. Save these instructions and be sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that anyone using it throughout its life will be properly informed on usage and safety notices. For the safety of life and property, keep the precautions of these user’s instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by omission.

Safety for children and others who are vulnerable

According to EN standard

This appliance can be used by children 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 shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

According to IEC standard 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.

Keep all packaging away from children as there is risk of suffocation
If you are discarding the appliance, pull the plug out of the socket, cut the connection cable (as close to the appliance as you can) and remove the door to prevent children playing from suffering an electric shock or from closing themselves inside.
If this appliance, featuring a magnetic door seals, is to replace an older appliance having a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure to make the spring lock unusable before you discard the old appliance. This will prevent it from becoming a death trap for a child.

General Safety **

**

This appliance is intended to be used in households 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 nonretail applications

WARNING – Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this
WARNING -If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order.
WARNING – Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in any built-in structure clear of
WARNING – Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the
WARNING – Do not damage the refrigerant
WARNING – Do not use
electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

Replacing the LED light:

WARNING – The refrigerant and insulation are flammable. When disposing of the appliance, do so only at an authorized waste disposal Do not expose to flame.
WARNING -Damaged supply cord must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacture or its service agent.
WARNING -Do not locate multiple portable
WARNING -When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or
WARNING – The LED light must not be replaced by the user! If the LED light is damaged, contact the customer helpline for Assistance. 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. 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 is damaged:

Avoid naked 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.

Electrical Safety

The power cord must not be lengthened.
Make sure that the power plug is not crushed or damaged. A crushed or damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.
Make sure that you can access the main plug of the
Do not pull the main
If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
You must not operate the appliance without the interior lighting lamp cover.
The fridge is only supplied with power supply of single phase alternating current of 220 ~ 240 V/50Hz. If fluctuation of voltage in the district of user is so large that the voltage exceeds the above scope, for safety sake, be sure to apply A.C.

Automatic voltage regulator of more than 350W to the fridge. The fridge must employ a special power socket instead of common one with other electric appliances. Its plug must match the socket with ground wire.

Daily Use

Do not store flammable gas or liquids in the appliance. There is a risk of an explosion.
Do not operate any electrical appliances in the appliance (e.g. electric ice cream makers, mixers ).
When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not pull on the
Do not place hot items near the plastic components of the fridge.
Do not place food products directly against the air outlet on the rear wall.
Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food manufacturer’s
Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so if the refrigerating appliance is
The manufactures storage recommendations should be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions for storage. compartments of the appliance. That it is not in contact with or drip onto other food. left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.
Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.
Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the
Frozen food can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the freezer
Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight.
Keep burning candles, lamps and other items with naked flames away from the appliance so that do not set the appliance on fire.
The appliance is intended for keeping food and/or beverages in normal households as explained in this instruction The appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.
Do not remove or touch items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
Never use the base, drawers, doors etc. to stand on or as supports.
Frozen food must not be refrozen once it has been thawed out.
Do not consume ice popsicles or ice cubes straight from the freezer as this can cause freezer burn to the mouth and lips.
To avoid items falling and causing injury or damage to the appliance, do not overload the door racks or put too much food in the crisper drawers.
Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freeze compartment as it creates pressure on the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the appliance.

Installation important!

Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance. Use a plastic
Do not clean the appliance with metal objects, steam cleaner, ethereal oils, organic solvents or abrasive
Wherever possible the back of the product should not be close to a wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, condenser) to prevent the risk of a fire, follow the instructions relevant to installation
Adequate air circulation should be allowed around the appliance reducing the risk of overheating. To achieve sufficient ventilation, follow the instructions relevant to installation.
It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the
Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it. Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report possible damages immediately to the place you bought it. In this case retain
For electrical connection carefully, follow the instructions given in this
Before maintenance, switch off the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
The appliance must not be locate close to radiators or
Make sure that the mains plug is accessible after the installation of the appliance.

Service

Any electrical work required to do the servicing of the appliance should be carried out by qualified electrician or competent person. This product must be serviced by an authorized Serviced Center, and only genuine spare parts must be used.

Note: Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.(This clause applies only to the EU region.)
When refrigerating food, please be careful not to contact the surface of the inner box directly. When frozen food, in order to prevent moisture loss, prevent the odor, should separate the different food sealed storage, and can only waterproof sealing material. use non-toxic, tasteless, impermeable, Hot food should be cooled to room temperature first, then put into the freezer, otherwise it will affect the storage status of other foods and increase the power consumption. 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-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.

Order	Compartments TYPE	Target storage temp.[℃]	Appropriate food

1

|

Fridge

|

+2≤+6

| 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), are not suitable for frozen fresh food.

4

|

**-Freezer

|

≤-12

| Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 2 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), are not suitable for frozen fresh food.

5

|

*-Freezer

|

≤-6

| Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 1 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), are not suitable for frozen fresh food.

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

BEFORE USE

Remove shipping package, tape, and leave doors open for a while in order to ventilate the appliance.
The unit is cleaned before shipment. However, it is recommended to clean the compartment interior once after delivery.
Please insert power supply plug into the wall outlet, type “”grounded single-phase 220-240 V”.
Allow the unit to operate for about 1 hour to cool the compartment before placing items into the appliance

WAIT 5 MINUTES OR MORE BEFORE RE-STARTING

**** Restarting the unit immediately after it has been turned off may cause fuses to blow and activate the circuit-breaker, the compressor may become overloaded, and/or other damage may occur.

EFFICIENT USE

Please follow the following instructions, in order to save energy consumption.

To prevent cold air escaping from the chest freezer, open and close the door quickly and keep the door opened for as short time period as possible
Please install the unit in a well-ventilated location.
Do not use the unit to store water or food that requires water as a storage medium. Never place fresh seafood containing water directly into the unit.

CHECKS
To ensure the safety, perform the following checks after cleaning the unit:

Is the power cord plug firmly inserted into a dedicated wall outlet? Confirm that the plug is not abnormally hot.
Check the power cord for cracks and Should the slightest irregularity be observed, contact the dealer from whom you purchased this unit or our customer service department.

CLEANING AND DEFROSTING
To prevent any electrical shock hazards or injury by the rotating circulation fan, disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet before cleaning.

EXTERIOR
Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. If very soiled, wipe with a cloth that has been moistened with detergent Then wipe with a cloth that has been dipped in clean water.
WARNING: Do not splash water directly onto the chest freezer and do not wash with water. A short-circuit and/or electrical shock could be caused.

Clean the cooler regularly to keep it clean at all times.
Never use polishing powder, soap powder, benzine, oil or hot water as these will damage the painting and plastic components.
Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
Open the door and wipe clean with a dry cloth.

You should defrost the freezer compartment two or three times a year when the ice is about 4 mm thick. To defrost, follow these steps:

Set the thermostat to” Colder” at least 12 hours before defrosting.
After this period has elapsed, switch off the freezer compartment by removing the plug from the main power supply.
Remove all food from the freezer and wrap them in paper and store them in a cold place and leave the door open.
When the defrosting is finished, the compartment must be cleaned and wiped dry.
Switch the appliance back on using the thermostat set to” Colder”and, wait at least one hour before replacing the foodstuffs.
After a few hours the thermostat can be set back to the original position.

WARNING: Do not use mechanicals devices or other artificial means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

WARNING: Do not use electricals appliance inside the food storage compartment of the appliances, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

Cleaning before use

Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the interior and all internal accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a brand new product, then dry thoroughly.
Important! It is necessary to have good ventilation around the freezer to allow for the dissipation of heat, high efficiency, and low power consumption. For this reason, sufficiently cleared space should be available around the freezer. It is advisable for there to be 75mm separating the back of the freezer to the wall and at least 100mm of space on its two sides, a height of over 100mm from its top.

Climate class

|

Ambient temperature

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SN| +10°C to +32°C
N| +16°C to +32°C
ST| +16°C to +38°C
T| +16°C to +43°C

Appliances must not be exposed to rain. Sufficient air must be allowed to circulate in the lower rear section of the appliance, as poor air circulation can affect performance. Built-in appliances should be positioned away from heat sources such as heaters and direct sunlight.

Leveling

The appliance should be level in order to eliminate vibration. To make the appliance level, it should be upright and both adjusters should be in stable contact with the floor. You can also adjust the level by unscrewing the appropriate level adjustment in the front (use your fingers or a suitable spanner).
Warning! Before trouble-shooting .disconnect the power supply. Only a qualified electrician or other person must carry out the trouble-shooting that is not in the manual.
Important! Repairs to the appliance may only be performed by competent service engineers. Improper repairs can give rise to significant hazards for the user. If your appliance needs repairing, please contact your specialist dealer or your local Customer Service Center

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POWER FAILURE| Keep the opening and closing of the door for a minimum time to prevent cold air from escaping.
Avoid placing new items in the cooler as this will raise the temperature inside the compartment.
In case of a long power suspension, place dry ice in the freezer
POWER CORD PROBLEMS| If the supply cord is damaged. It must be replace by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer or the service agent.
The showcase must be positioned so that the plug is accessible to the wall outlet.
WHEN NOT USED FOR A LONG PERIOD| Remove all items from the compartment and disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
Clean the compartment interior and wipe away all water.
To prevent mold formation and foul odors, leave the door open to dry the compartment completely.
TRANSPORTATION| Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
When moving the appliance, make sure that the feet do not damage the power cord
Do not let the feet hit against floor steps, thresholds, etc.
TEMPORARY STORAGE| Put piece of wood or other similar item between, the door and main unit to prevent complete closing of the door.
Be sure not to store the unused chest freezer in a location where children play.
Should a child enter the compartment and the door is closed, the child may not be able to open the door from the inside.

Please check the following if you encounter problems with the unit. If the problem continues after taking the proper remedial actions, disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet. Transfer the items stored in the cooler to a box or other container. Then contact the dealer from whom you purchased this unit ,and be ready to provide information as listed in the “REQUIRED INFORMATION” below. To prevent any electrical shock hazards, do not disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet with wet hands.

No refrigeration at all

|

Is the power supply interrupted?

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Is the power cord plug disconnected from the wall outlet?

Are the shop’s power fuses blown and/or the circuit breaker activated?

Is the temperature control turned to OFF?

Inadequate refrigeration

|

Is the place of installation ventilated?

Is the freezer exposed to direct sunlight, placed near a heater or stove?

Are the lids opened and closed frequently?
Are items stocked beyond the load line?
Is the temperature control dial in the direction of Colder. If it is too cold, turn dial in direction of Cold.
Is a lot of frost forming in the freezer compartment?

Excessive noise

|

Is the floor underneath the freezer sturdy enough?

Is the unit shaking and/or rattling?

Is the rear panel of the unit in contact with a wall, etc.?
Is there a container or something behind the freezer?

The compressor will generate a rather loud sound for a while after operation is started. The noise will cease together with refrigeration.

Condensation on cooler

exterior

|

Condensation may condense on the exterior of the unit and the door during hot and humid days or depending on the place of installation. This occurs when the humidity is high and water particles in the cold surfaces. This is normal.

Wipe away condensation with a dry cloth.

The circumference of chest freezer feels hot

|

Especially in summer or in the period of starting running, the circumference of the chest

freezer feels hot because the Chest freezer inside has a pipe for radiating and preventing condensation.

The heat does not affect inside goods.

Never touch the interior of the freezer chamber or frozen foods in the compartment with wet hands as this could result in frostbite. The above image is for reference only; configuration is subject to the actual product.

TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT

To adjust the temperature inside the freezer compartment, adjust the temperature control dial on front-bottom side of the chest freezer. Normally use chest freezer with temperature MID/Mid/5
When you need the unit to stop running temporally, please turn the temperature control dial in the direction of 0/Off (Or Power Cut).

DISCRIPTION OF APPLIANCE

installation Any electrical work that is required to install this appliance MUST be carried out by a qualified electricia
Warning: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED

Before making any electrical connections, ensure the following:

Electrical connection
Electrical safety is only guaranteed when the grounding system of your house is in accordance with the related local regulations.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Do not bend, stretch or pull the supply cable to avoid electric shock.
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
Ensure the power socket is suitable for the maximum power of the machine (fuses in the power circuit must be 13 amp).
The supply voltage should be the same as that indicated in the technical specifications and the appliance rating plate.
The appliance should be grounded and in compliance with the applicable laws.
When installed, the power socket must be within easy reach.
If the socket outlets in your home are not suitable for the plug supplied with this unit check with a qualified electrician for replacement.

Class

|

Symbol

| I| Ambient| temperature|

range °C

---|---|---|---|---|---
Extended temperate| SN|

1

| +10 to +32
Temperate| N| +16 to +32
Subtropical| ST| +16 to +38
Tropical| T| +16 to +43

Extended temperate: this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from +10°C up to +32°C
Temperate: this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from +16°C up to +32°C
Subtropical: this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from +16°C up to +38°C
Tropical: this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from +16°C up to +43°C
The ordered parts in the following table can be acquired from Channel:
AMIRIDIS – SAVVIDIS S.A.
87A, 17th November str 55535, Pylea, Thessaloniki
Tel: +302310944944

Part description	Purchased by	Minimum availability period
thermostats	Professional maintenance personnel	At least 7 years after the

last model is launched on the market
temperature sensors| Professional maintenance personnel| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
printed circuit boards| Professional maintenance personnel| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
light sources| Professional maintenance personnel| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
door handles| Professional maintenance personnel and final users| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
door hinges| Professional maintenance personnel and final users| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
trays| Professional maintenance personnel and final users| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
baskets| Professional maintenance personnel and final users| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
door gaskets| Professional maintenance personnel and final users| At least 10 years after the last model is launched on the market

Dear customer

If you want to return or replace the product, please contact the store where you buy.(Remember to bring the purchase invoice)
If your product breaks down which needs to repair, please contact after-sales service provider.

Product Information Sheet

COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) 2019/2016

Total volume ( l)

|

245

(d (A) re 1 pW)

|

41

| Airborne acoustical noise emission

class

|

Annual energy consumption (kWh/a)

|

268

|

Climate class:

| extended temperate,

temperate, subtropical,

tropical

Minimum ambient temperature (QC), for which the refrigerating appliance

is suitable

|

10

| Maximum ambient temperature (QC), for which the refrigerating

appliance is suitable

|

43

Winter setting| No|
Compartment Parameters:

Compartment type

| Compartment parameters and values

Compartment volume (dm3 or l)

| Recommended temperature setting for optimised food storage (QC) These settings shall not contradict

the storage conditions set out in Annex

I , Table 3

|

Freezing capacity (kg/24h)

|

Defrosting type (auto defrost=A, manual defrost=M)

Pantry| No| | | |
Wine storage| No| | | |
Cellar| No| | | |
Fresh food| No| | | |
Chill| No| | | |
---|---|---|---|---|---
0 star or ice

making

|

No

|

1 star| No| | | |
2 star| No| | | |
3 star| No| | | |
4 star| Yes| 245| 18| 12| M
2 star section| No| | | |
arable temperature compartment|

|

For 4-star compartments
Fast freeze facility| No
Light source parameters:
Type of light source|
Energy efficiency class|
Minimum duration of the guarantee offered by the manufacturer: 24 months
Additional information:
Weblink to the manufacturer’s website, where the information in point4(a) Annex of Commission Regulation (EU) 2019/2019 is found:www.united- electronics.gr
Product Information Sheet
COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) 2019/2016

Total volume ( )

|

297

(d (A) re 1 pW)

| 41| Airborne acoustical noise emission

class

|

C

Annual energy consumption (kWh/a)

|

289

|

Climate class:

| extended temperate,

temperate,

subtropical, tropical

Minimum ambient temperature (QC), for which the refrigerating appliance

is suitable

|

10

| Maximum ambient temperature (QC), for which the refrigerating

appliance is suitable

|

43

Winter setting| No|
Compartment Parameters:

Compartment type

| Compartment parameters and values

Compartment volume (dm3 or l)

| Recommended temperature setting for optimised food storage (QC) These settings shall not contradict

the storage conditions set out in Annex

I , Table 3

|

Freezing capacity (kg/24h)

|

Defrosting type (auto defrost=A, manual defrost=M)

Pantry| No| | | |
Wine storage| No| | | |
Cellar| No| | | |
Fresh food| No| | | |
Chill| No| | | |
---|---|---|---|---|---
0 star or ice

making

|

No

|

1 star| No| | | |
2 star| No| | | |
3 star| No| | | |
4 star| Yes| 297| -18| 13.6| M
2 star section| No| | | |
ariable temperature

compartment

|

For 4-star compartments
Fast freeze facility| Yes
Light source parameters:

Type of light source

|
Energy efficiency class|
Minimum duration of the guarantee offered by the manufacturer: 24 months
Additional information:
Weblink to the manufacturer’s website, where the information in point4(a) Annex of Commission Regulation (EU) 2019/2019 is found:www.united- electronics.gr

NOTICE ABOUT RECYCLING

Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and reused. This symbol means that electrical and electronic equipment, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from your household waste. Please dispose of this equipment at your local community waste collection/ recycling centre. In the European Union there are separate collection systems for used electrical and electronic products. Please help us to conserve the environment we live in!

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Herewith, we state that this product, complies with the requirements of below directives:
EMC-Directive: 14 / 30 / EU
Low Voltage Directive: 14/ 35 / EU ErP Directive 09 / 125 / EC
CE Marking: 93 / 68 / EEC
RoHS Directive: 11 / 65 / EU & delegated Directive (EU) 15 / 863 The detailed declaration of conformity can be found at www.united-electronics.gr

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