Home Appliances SJ-UF103M4S-EU Freezer User Manual

Home Appliances SJ-UF103M4S-EU Freezer

Your fridge freezer conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of damage read this manual carefully before using your fridge freezer for the first time. It contains important safety information on the installation, safety, use and maintenance of your Fridge Freezer. Retain this manual for future use.

FIRE
Warning; Risk of fire / flammable materials

GENERAL WARNINGS

• WARNING: Keep the ventilation openings of the Fridge clear from obstruction.
• WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process.
• WARNING: Do not use other electrical appliances inside the Fridge.
• WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
• WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
• WARNING: To avoid personal injury or damage this appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

The small quantity of refrigerant used in this fridge is eco-friendly R600a (an isobutene) and is flammable and explosive if ignited in enclosed conditions.

• While carrying and positioning the fridge, do not damage the cooler gas circuit.
• Do not store any containers with flammable materials, such as spray cans or fire extinguisher refill cartridges in the vicinity of the fridge.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as;
  • staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments which can be equated with ordinary household
  • farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments which can be equated with ordinary household
  • bed and breakfast type environments which can be equated with ordinary household
  • catering and similar non-retail applications which can be equated with ordinary household
• Your fridge requires a 220-240V, 50Hz mains supply. Do not use any other supply. Before connecting your fridge, ensure that the information on the data plate (voltage and connected load) matches the mains electricity supply. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician)
• 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 hazard involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance, shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances. Children are not expected to perform cleaning or user maintenance of the appliance, very young children (0-3 years old) are not expected to use appliances, young children (3-8 years old) are not expected to use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given, older children (8-14 years old) and vulnerable people can use appliances safely after they have been given appropriate supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance. Very vulnerable people are not expected to use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given.
• A damaged power cord /plug can cause fire or give you an electric shock. When damaged it must be replaced, this should only be done by qualified personnel.
• This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding 2000 m.

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-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.
• 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.

Disposal

• All packaging and materials used are environmentally friendly and recyclable. Please dispose of any packaging in an environmentally friendly manner. Consult your local council for further details.
• When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the electrical supply cable and destroy the plug and cable. Disable the door catch in order to prevent children becoming trapped inside.
• A cut off plug inserted into a 16 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Please ensure the cut off plug is disposed of safely.

For Denmark products:
The appliance is equipped with a plug approved in the EU ( EU-Schuko Plug) and can be used in Finland, Norway and Sweden. In Denmark, the appliance is only approved for use with a wall outlet type E or type CEE7 // 7-S with a ground leg. If there is only wall outlet type K at the connection point, Replacing EU-Schuko plug with the Danish plug must be performed by only an authorized service personel. Alternatively, connect a suitable and approved power adapter to transition between Schuko plug and Danish earth system. This adapter (min. 10 amps and up to max. 13 amps) can be ordered via at well assorted whitegoods dealer or authorized electrician. Only with one of these methods it can be ensured that the appliance is the correct safety ground. In the absence of earthing installation, an authorised electrician should carry out an earthing installation. In the case of use without earthing installed, we will not be responsible for any loss of use that may occur.

Disposal of your old appliance

This symbol on the product or package implies that the product should not be treated as domestic waste. Instead, it should be delivered to applicable waste collection places recycling electrical and electronic equipment. Recycling materials will help natural resources be preserved. For more detailed information regarding recycling of this product, please contact local authority, domestic waste disposal service or the shop you have purchased the product from.
Please ask your local authority about the disposal of the WEEE for the reuse, recycle and recovery purposes.

Notes:

• Please read the instruction manual carefully before installing and using your appliance. We are not responsible for the damage occurred due to misuse.
• Follow all instructions on your appliance and instruction manual, and keep this manual in a safe place to resolve the problems that may occur in the future.
• This appliance is produced to be used in homes and it can only be used in domestic environments and for the specified purposes. It is not suitable for commercial or common use. Such use will cause the guarantee of the appliance to be cancelled and our company will not be responsible for the losses to be occurred.
• This appliance is produced to be used in houses and it is only suitable for cooling / storing foods. It is not suitable for commercial or common use and/or for storing substances except for food. Our company is not responsible for the losses to be occurred in the contrary case.

Safety warnings

• Do not connect your Freezer to the mains electricity supply using an extension lead.
• A damaged power cord/plug can cause fire or give you and electric shock. When damaged it must be replaced, this should only be done by qualified personnel.
• Never bend the power cord excessively.
• Never touch the power cord/plug with wet hands as this could cause a short circuit electric shock.
• Do not place glass bottles or beverage cans in the freezer. Bottles or cans may explode.
• When taking ice made in the freezer, do not touch it, ice may cause ice burns and/or cuts.
• Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands are damp or wet. Tis could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• Do not refreeze food once it has thawed out.

Installation Information

Before unpacking and manoeuvering your freezer please take some time to familiarise yourself with the following points.

• Position away from direct sunlight and away from any heat source such as a radiator.
• Your appliance should be at least 50 cm away from stoves, Gas ovens and heater cores, and should be at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens.
• Do not expose your freezer to moisture or rain.
• Your freezer should be positioned at least 20mm away from another freezer.
• Clearance of at least 150 mm is required at the top of your appliance. Do not place anything on top of your appliance.
• For safe operation it is important that your freezer is safe and balanced. The adjustable feet are used to level your freezer. Make sure that your appliance is level before placing any foodstuffs inside it.
• We recommend that you wipe all shelving and trays with a cloth soaked in warm water mixed with a teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda before use. After cleaning rinse with warm water and dry.
• Install using the plastic distance guides, which can be found at the rear of the appliance. Turn 90 degrees (as shown in the diagram). This will keep the condenser from touching the wall.
• Freezer should be placed against a wall with a free distance not exceeding 75 mm.
• This appliance is designed to work in difficult climate conditions (up to 43 °C or 110° F) and is powered with ‘Freezer Shield’ technology which ensures that the frozen food in the freezer will not defrost even if the ambient temperature falls as low as -15 °C. So you may then install your appliance in an unheated room without having to worry about frozen food in the freezer being spoilt. When the ambient temperature returns to normal, you may continue using the appliance as usual.

Before using your freezer

• Before setting up your freezer, check for any visible damage. Do not install or use your freezer if it is damaged.
• When using your freezer for the first time, keep it in an upright position for at least 3 hours before plugging into the mains. This will allow efficient operation and prevents damage to the compressor.
• You may notice a light odour when using your freezer for the first time. This is perfectly normal and will fade away as the freezer starts to cool.

YOUR FREEZER

This appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance.

This figure has been drawn for information purposes to show the various parts and accessories in the appliance. Parts may vary according to the model of the appliance.

USING YOUR FREEZER

Information on Less Frost Technology
Thanks to the wrap around evaporator, Less Frost technology offers more efficient cooling, less manual defrost requirement, and more flexible storage room.

Thermostat Setting
The freezer thermostat automatically regulates the temperature of the compartment. Freezer temperatures can be obtained by rotating the knob to higher numbers, 1 to 3.
Important note: Do not try to rotate the knob beyond position 1, it will stop your appliance from working.

Thermostat Settings

1. For short-term storage of food in the freezer compartment, you can set the knob between minimum and medium position.
2. For long-term storage of food in the freezer compartment, you can set knob to medium position.
3. Maximum cooling position. The appliance will work longer.

Warnings for temperature settings

• The ambient temperature, temperature of the freshly stored food and how often the door is opened, affects the temperature in the freezer. If required,change the temperature setting.
• It is not recommended that you operate your freezer in environments colder than 10°C .
• The temperature setting should be set by taking into consideration how often the freezer door is opened and closed, how much food is stored in the freezer and the environment in which and the positioning of the appliance.
• We recommend that when first using the freezer it should be left running for 24 hours uninterrupted to ensure it is completely cooled. Do not open the freezer door, or put food inside for this period.
• Your freezer has a 5 minute built in delay function, designed to prevent damage to the compressor. When power is applied to your freezer, it will begin to operate normally after 5 minutes.
• Your freezer is designed to operate in the ambient temperature intervals stated in the standards, according to the climate class stated in the information label. It is not recommended that your freezer is operated in the environments which are out of the stated temperature intervals in terms of cooling efficiency.

Climate class and meaning:

• T (tropical): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 43 °C.
• ST (subtropical): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 38 °C.
• N (temperate): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 32 °C.
• SN (extended temperate): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 10 °C to 32 °C.

USING YOUR FREEZER

Accessories

Ice tray (In some models)

• Fill the ice tray with water and place in freezer compartment.
• After the water completely turned into ice, you can twist the tray as shown below to get the ice cube.

The Plastic Scraper (In some models)

After some time, frost will build up in certain areas of the freezer. The frost accumulated in the freezer should be removed regularly. Use the plastic scraper provided, if necessary. Do not use sharp metal objects for this operation. They could puncture the refrigerator circuit and cause irreparable damage to the unit. Cleaning

• Before cleaning your freezer, turn your mains supply off and remove the plug from the socket.
• Do not wash your freezer by pouring water on to it.
• Use a warm, soapy cloth or sponge to wipe the interior and exterior of your freezer.
• Carefully remove all baskets by sliding upwards or outwards and clean with soapy water. Do not wash in a washing machine or dishwasher.
• Do not use solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners or all purpose cleaning agents to clean your freezer. This may cause damage to the plastic surfaces and other components with the chemicals they contain.
• Clean the condenser at the back of your freezer at least once a year with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
  Make sure that your freezer is unplugged while cleaning.

Defrosting

Freezer defrosting process

• Small amounts of frost will accumulate inside the freezer, depending on the length of time the door may be left open or the amount of moisture introduced. It is essential to ensure that no frost or ice is allowed to form in places where it will affect the close fitting of the door seal. This might allow air to penetrate the cabinet, encouraging continuous running of the compressor. Thin frost formation is quite soft and can be removed with a brush or plastic scraper. Do not use metal or sharp scrapers, mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process. Remove all dislodged frost from the cabinet floor. It is not necessary to switch off the appliance for the removal of thin frost.
• For the removal of heavy ice deposits, disconnect the appliance from the mains supply, empty the contents into cardboard boxes and wrap in thick blankets or layers of paper to keep cool. Defrosting will be most effective if carried out when the freezer is nearly empty and should be carried out as quickly as possible to prevent an unnecessary increase in the temperature of the contents.
• Do not use metal or sharp scrapers, mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process. An increase in temperature of frozen food during defrosting will shorten the storage life. Keep contents well wrapped and cool while defrosting is taking place.
• Dry the inside of the compartment with a sponge or a clean cloth.
• To accelerate the defrosting process, place one or more bowls of warm water in the freezer compartment.
• Examine the contents when replacing them in the freezer and if some of the packages have thawed out, they should be eaten within 24hours, or be cooked and re-frozen.
• After defrosting is complete, clean the inside of the appliance with a solution of warm water and a little bicarbonate of soda, then dry thoroughly. Wash all removable parts in the same way and reassemble. Reconnect the appliance to the mains supply and leave for 2 to 3 hours on setting number ‘5’ before introducing the food back into the freezer.

FOOD STORAGE GUIDANCE

• The freezer is used for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food, and making ice cubes.
• For freezing fresh food; wrap and seal fresh food properly, that is the packaging should be air tight and shouldn’t leak. Special freezer bags, aluminum foil polythene bags and plastic containers are ideal.
• Do not store fresh food next to frozen food as it can thaw the frozen food.
• Before freezing fresh food, divide it into portions that can be consumed in one sitting.
• Consume thawed frozen food within a short period of time after defrosting
• Never place warm food in the freezer compartment as it will thaw the frozen food.
• Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions on food packaging when storing frozen food. If no information is provided food, should not be stored for more than 3 months from the date of purchase.
• When purchasing frozen food, make sure that it has been stored under appropriate conditions and that the packaging is not damaged.
• Frozen food should be transported in appropriate containers and placed in the freezer as soon as possible.
• Do not purchase frozen food if the packaging shows signs of humidity and abnormal swelling. It is probable that it has been stored at an unsuitable temperature and that the contents have deteriorated.
• The storage life of frozen food depends on the room temperature, the thermostat setting, how often the door is opened, the type of food, and the length of time required to transport the product from the shop to your home. Always follow the instructions printed on the packaging and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated.
• The maximum amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be frozen in 24 hours is indicated on the appliance label.
• The freezer compartment is used for freezing fresh food, for storing frozen food, and for making ice cubes.
• If the freezer door has been left open for a long time or not closed properly, frost will form and can prevent efficient air circulation. To resolve this, unplug the freezer and wait for it to defrost. Clean the freezer once it has fully defrosted.
• Remove baskets, covers, and so on, to increase the storage volume of freezer.
• The freezer volume stated on the label is the volume without baskets, covers, and so on.

IMPORTANT

• Do not refreeze thawed food. It may pose a danger to your health and cause problems such as food poisoning.
• Do not put warm food in the deep freeze compartment until it has completely cooled. It will thaw already frozen food, which may then rot.
• When purchasing frozen food, make sure it has been stored under appropriate conditions and the packaging is not damaged.
• Do not purchase frozen food if the packaging shows signs of humidity or if it has a foul odour. The food may not have been stored correctly and may have gone rotten.
• The storage life of frozen food depends on the room temperature, the thermostat setting, how often the door is opened, the type of food, and the length of time required to transport the product from the shop to your freezer. Always follow the instructions printed on the packaging and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated.

NOTE: Remove frozen food from the freezer the day before consumption, and put in the bottom compartment of the refrigerator. This helps reduce the temperature in the refrigerator, which in turn saves energy. If the frozen food defrosts in an open area, energy loss will occur.

• Use the fast freezing shelf to freeze home cooking (and any other food which needs to be frozen quickly) more quickly because of the freezing shelf’s greater freezing power. Fast freezing shelf is the bottom drawer of the freezer compartment.

NOTE: If you attempt to open the freezer door immediately after closing it, you will find that it will not open easily. This is normal. Once equilibrium has been reached, the door will open easily.
Important note:

• Never refreeze thawed frozen food.
• The taste of some spices found in cooked dishes (anise, basilica, watercress, vinegar, assorted spices, ginger, garlic, onion, mustard, thyme, marjoram, black pepper, etc.) changes and they assume a strong taste when they are stored for a long period of time. Therefore, add small amounts of spices to food to be frozen, or the desired spice should be added after the food has thawed.
• The storage time of food is dependent on the type of oil used. Suitable oils are margarine, calf fat, olive oil and butter. Unsuitable oils are peanut oil and pig fat.
• Food in liquid form should be frozen in plastic cups and other food should be frozen in plastic folios or bags.

FOOD STORAGE GUIDANCE

FOOD STORAGE GUIDANCE

Food| Preparation| Storage Duration (Months)| Thawing Period at Room Temperature (Hours)
Beef Steak| Cut into single Portions| 6-10| 1-2 or until completely thawed
Lamb| Cut into single Portions| 6-8| 1-2 or until completely thawed
Minced Meat| Packed in convenient Portions| 1-3| 2-3 or until completely thawed
Sausage| Must be packed| 1-2| Until completely thawed
Chicken and Turkey| Packed in convenient portions| 1-2| 10-12 or until completely thawed
Freshwater Fish (such as trout)|

Cleaned well inside and scaled. Washed and dried. Cut off head and tail where necessary

| 2| Until completely thawed
Lean Fish (such as Sea Bass)| 4-8| Until completely thawed
Fatty fish (such as

Mackerel)

| 2-4| Until completely thawed
Peas| Shelled and washed| 12| May Be Used From Frozen

DOOR REVERSAL

Transportation and Changing Positioning

• The original packaging and foam may be kept for re-transportation (optional).
• Fasten your appliance with thick packaging, bands or strong cords and follow the instructions for transportation on the packaging.
• Remove all movable parts (drawers, Ice trays and so on) or fix them into the appliance against shocks using bands when re-positioning or transporting.

Always carry your appliance in the upright position.

Repositioning the Door

• It is not possible to change the opening direction of your appliance door if door handles are installed on the front surface of the appliance door.
• It is possible to change the opening direction of the door on models without handles.
• If the door-opening direction of your appliance can be changed, contact the nearest Authorised Service Centre to change the opening direction.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If your freezer is not working properly, there may be a minor problem. Check the following.
The appliance does not operate
Check if:

• There is power
• The mains is connected
• The thermostat setting is on the “•” position
• The socket is defective. To check this, plug another working appliance into the same socket.

The appliance performs poorly Check if:

• The appliance is overloaded
• The appliance door is closed properly
• There is any dust on the condenser
• There is enough space near the rear and side walls.

The appliance is noisy
The cooling gas which circulates in the freezer circuit may make a slight noise (bubbling sound) even when the compressor is not running. Do not worry, this is normal. If you hear a different sound, check whether:

• The appliance is level
• Anything is touching the rear of the appliance
• Objects in the appliance are vibrating.

Recommendations

• If the appliance is switched off or unplugged, wait at least 5 minutes before plugging the appliance in or restarting it in order to prevent damage to the compressor.
• If you will not use your freezer for a long time (e.g. in summer holidays) unplug it. Clean your freezer according to chapter cleaning and leave the door open to prevent humidity and smell.
• If a problem persists after you have followed all the above instructions, please consult the nearest authorised service centre.
• The appliance you have purchased is designed for domestic use only. It is not suitable for commercial or common use. If the consumer uses the appliance in a way that does not comply with this, we emphasise that the manufacturer and the dealer will not be responsible for any repair and failure within the guarantee period.

TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY

• Do not install the appliance close to heat producing appliances. Such as cooker, oven, dishwaher or radiator, and locate the appliance in the coolest part of the room.
• Locate the appliance ina cool well ventilated room and make sure that the air openings of the appliances are not obstructed.
• Always leave warm food to cool down to room temperature before placing in the freezer.
• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods or opening the door too frequently as warm air will enter the cabinet and cause the compresor to switch on unnecessarily often.
• Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the door from closing properly.
• Cover foods before placing them in the freezer. This cuts down on moisture build-up inside the unit.
• Refer to the “temperature settings” section for the suggested temperature control settings.
• Do not block cold air vents. Doing so causes the freezer to run longer and use more energy.
• Keep freezer full.
• Level the freezer so that the door closes tightly.
• Occasionally clean the rear of the appliance with a vacuum cleaner or paint brush to prevent an increased power consumption.
• Keep door gaskets clean and pliable. Replace gaskets if worn.

TECHNICAL DATA

The technical information is situated in the rating plate on the internal side of the appliance and on the energy label.
The QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance provides a web link to the information related to the performance of the appliance in the EU EPREL database.
Keep the energy label for reference together with the user manual and all other documents provided with this appliance. It is also possible to find the same information in EPREL using the link https://eprel.ec.europa.eu and the model name and product number that you find on the rating plate of the appliance.
See the link www.theenergylabel.eu for detailed information about the energy label.

CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, Serial Number and Service Index.
The information can be found on the rating plate. You can find the rating label inside the fridge zone on the left lower side.
The original spare parts for some specific components are available for a minimum of 7 or 10 years, based on the type of component, from the placing on the market of the last unit of the model.
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