Euromaid ECFR316W 308L Chest Freezer User Manual

308L Chest Freezer
ECFR316W
User Manual

  euromaid.com.au

Safety information

In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, 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 ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features. Save these instructions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety.

For the safety of life and property keep the precautions of these users’ instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by omission.

Children and vulnerable people safety

• 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 the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children.
• Keep all packaging well away from children. There is a 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 playing children to suffer electric shock or closing themselves into it.
• If this appliance featuring magnetic door seals is to replace an older appliance having a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure to make that spring lock unusable before you discard the old appliance. This will prevent it from becoming a death trap for a child.

General safety

WARNING! Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
WARNING! Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING! Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

**WARNING Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers) inside of refrigerating appliances unless they are approved for this purpose by the manufacturer.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
The refrigerant isobutane (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, be certain that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become 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. 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 non-retail applications.
WARNING**
Any electrical components(plug, power cord, compressor and etc.) must be replaced by a certified service agent or qualified service personnel.
The power cord must not be lengthened. Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the back of the appliance. A squashed or damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.
Make sure that you can come to the mains plug of the appliance. Do not pull the main cable. If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it. Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns. Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.

Daily use
Do not put hot on the plastic parts in the appliance.
Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been thawed out.
Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food manufacture s instructions.
Appliance s manufacturer storage recommendations should be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions. Do not place carbonated of fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment as it creates pressure on the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the appliance.
Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the appliance.
Care and cleaning
Before maintenance, switch off the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
Do not clean the appliance with metal objects.
Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance. Use a plastic scraper.
Regularly examine the drain in the chest freezer for defrosted water.
If necessary, clean the drain.
Installation
Important! For electrical connection carefully follow the instructions given in specific paragraphs. 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 that case retain packing. It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.
Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads to overheating. To achieve sufficient ventilation follow the instructions relevant to installation.
Wherever possible the spacers of the product should be against a wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, condenser) to prevent possible burn.
The appliance must not be located close to radiators or cookers. 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 a qualified electrician or competent person. This product must be serviced by an Authorized Service Center, and only genuine spare parts must be used.
Energy saving
Don’t put hot food in the appliance;
Don’t pack food close together as this prevents air circulating;
Make sure food don’t touch the back of the compartment(s);
If the electricity goes off, don’t open the door(s);
Don’t open the door(s) frequently; Don’t keep the door(s) open for too long time;
Don’t set the thermostat on exceeding cold temperatures; Some accessories, such as drawers, can be removed to get larger storage volume and lower energy consumption.
Environment Protection
This appliance does not contain gasses that could damage the ozone layer, in either its refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. The appliance shall not be discarded together with the urban refuse and rubbish. The insulation foam contains flammable gases: the appliance shall be disposed of according to the appliance regulations to obtain from your local authorities. Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially the heat exchanger. The materials used on this appliance marked by the symbol are recyclable.
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead, it should be taken to the appropriate collection point for the 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 the recycling of this product, please contact your local council, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Packaging materials
The materials with the symbol are recyclable. Dispose of the packaging in suitable collection containers to recycle it.
Disposal of the appliance

1. Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
2. Cut off the main cable and discard it.

Overview

1. Handle
2. Wheel
3. Basket
4. Thermostat control panel
5. Drain hole

Note: Above picture is for reference only.

Installation

Space Requirement
The following are recommended.
Clearances around the chest freezer
Sides…………… 10cm
Back………………..10cm
Top………………. 70cm

Positioning

Install this appliance at a location where the ambient temperature corresponds to the climate class indicated on the rating plate of the appliance:

Location

The appliance should be installed well away from sources of heat such as radiators, boilers, direct sunlight, etc. Ensure that air can circulate freely around the back of the cabinet. To ensure the best performance, if the appliance is positioned below an overhanging wall unit, the minimum distance between the top of the cabi­net and the wall unit must be at least 100 mm. Ideally, however, the appliance should not be positioned below overhanging wall units. Accurate leveling is ensured by one or more adjustable feet at the base of the cabinet.

Warning! It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply; the plug must therefore be easily accessible after installation.

Electrical connection

Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the rating plate correspond to your domestic power supply. The appliance must be earthed. The power supply cable plug is provided with a contact for this purpose. If the domestic power supply socket is not earthed, connect the appliance to a separate earth in compliance with current regulations, consulting a qualified electrician.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility if the above safety precautions are not observed. This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directives.

Daily Use

First use
Cleaning the interior
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! Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the finish.
Temperature Setting

Electrical connection
When the appliance is plugged in, all LED indicator lights will flash once. Then the appliance will resume the mode previously set before the electrical outage.
Temperature Setting

• Setting: Press the “SET” button, enter the temperature setting mode. The temperature indicator bar of temperature goes up a scale by each press This setting runs in cycles. Temperature can run from Scale MIN to Scale MAX. Scale MAX is the coldest. The temperature is automatically set in 5 seconds after last press.
• Super Freezing
• Press the “SET” button consecutively to enter “SUPER” freezing mode from Scale MAX, the indicator bar on the left hereby will turn dark whereas the indicator light of “SUPER” turns on. This mode is automatically set in 5 seconds after last press.
• The compressor keeps working in “SUPER” freezing mode.
• If the “SUPER” mode keeps running for 52 hours and is not stopped manually, the system will automatically cut out this mode, with the temperature back at Scale 5.

Freezing fresh food

• The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time.
• Place the fresh food to be frozen in the bottom compartment.
• The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24 hours is specified on the rating plate.
• The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be frozen.

Power On & Power Off
If the appliance is working, press “ON/OFF” for 3 seconds to turn it off.
If the appliance is off, press “ON/OFF” for 3 seconds to turn on.
Indicator Lights

• Temperature Indicator Light (Bright Blue): To adjust the temperature from Scale MIN to Scale MAX. MAX is the coldest.
• Super Freezing Indicator Light (Bright Blue): Light on = in “SUPER” mode; light off = exit “SUPER” mode.
• Running Indicator Light (Bright Green): Light on = compressor in work; light off = compressor stops.
• 30 minutes after the last operation, the indicator light will be on in half luminance.

Resumption Function
The appliance will automatically resume the mode previously set before the electrical outage.
Temperature Sensor Fault Alarm
When there is a disconnection or short out of the temperature sensor, as a fault alarm, the temperature indicator bar will flash from left to right every 0.5 seconds.

Storing frozen food
When first starting up or after a period out of use. Before putting the product in the compartment let the appliance run at least 2 hours on the higher settings.
Important! In the event of accidental defrosting, for example, the power has been off for longer than the value shown in the technical characteristics chart under “rising time”, the defrosted food must be consumed quickly or cooked immediately and then re-frozen (after cooked).
Thawing
Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to be used, can be thawed in a fridge compartment or at room temperature, depending on the time available for this operation.
Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer. In this case, cooking will take longer.
Helpful hints and tips
Hints for freezing
To help you make the most of the freezing process, here are some important hints:

• the maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. is shown on the rating plate;
• the freezing process takes 24 hours. No further food to be frozen should be added during this period;
• only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly cleaned, foodstuffs;
• prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make it possible subsequently to thaw only the quantity required;
• wrap up the food in aluminum foil or polythene and make sure that the packages are airtight;
• do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food that is already frozen, thus avoiding a rise in temperature of the latter;
• lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the storage life of food;
• water ices, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, can possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt;
• it is advisable to show the freezing in date on each individual pack to enable your removal from the freezer compartment, which can possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt;
• it is advisable to show the freezing in date on each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of the storage time.

Hints for storage of frozen food
To obtain the best performance from this appliance, you should:

• make sure that the commercially frozen foodstuffs were adequately stored by the retailer;
• be sure that frozen foodstuffs are transferred from the food store to the freezer in the shortest possible time;
• not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary.
• Once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be refrozen.
• Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food manufacturer.

Cleaning
For hygienic reasons the appliance interior, including interior accessories, should be cleaned regularly.
  Caution! The appliance may not be connected to the mains during cleaning. The danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or turn out the circuit breaker or fuse. Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture could accumulate in electrical components, the danger of electrical shock! Hot vapors can lead to the damage of plastic parts. The appliance must be dry before it is placed back into service.
Important! Ethereal oils and organic solvents can attack plastic parts, e.g. lemon juice or the juice form orange peel, butyric acid, cleanser that contains acetic acid.

• Do not allow such substances to come into contact the appliance parts.
• Do not use any abrasive cleaners
• Remove the food from the freezer. Store them in a cool place, well covered.
• Switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or turn out the circuit breaker of the fuse.
• Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and lukewarm water. After cleaning wipe with fresh water and rub dry.
• Accumulation of dust at the condenser increases energy consumption. For this reason, carefully clean the condenser at the back of the appliance once a year with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner.
• After everything is dry place the appliance back into service.

Defrosting of the freezer
The freezer, however, will become progressively covered with frost. This should be removed. Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off frost from the evaporator as you could damage it. However, when the ice becomes very thick on the inner liner, complete defrosting should be carried out as follows:

• Unplug the unit. Remove the drain plug from the inside of the freezer. Defrosting usually takes a few hours. To defrost faster keep the freezer door open.
• For draining, place a tray beneath the outer drain plug. Pull out the drain dial.
• Rotate the drain dial 180 degrees. This will let the water flow out in the tray. When done, push the drain dial-in. Replug the drain plug inside the freezer compartment. Note: monitor the container under the drain to avoid overflow.
• Wipe the interior of the freezer and replace the electrical plug in the electrical outlet.
• Reset the temperature control to the desired setting.

1. If the condenser is at the back of the appliance

Troubleshooting

Caution! Before troubleshooting, disconnect the power supply. Only a qualified electrician of the competent person must do the troubleshooting that is not in this manual.
Important! There are some sounds during normal use (compressor, refrigerant circulation).

mains plug.
Fuse has blown or is defective| Check fuse, replace if necessary.
Socket is defective| Mains malfunctions are to be corrected by an electrician.
Appliance freezes too much| Temperature is set too cold or the appliance runs at MAX setting.| Turn the temperature regulator to a warmer setting temporarily.
The food is not frozen enough.| Temperature is not properly adjusted.| Please look in the initial Temperature Setting section.
Door was open for an extended period.| Open the door only as long as necessary.
A large quantity of warm food was placed in the appliance within the last 24 hours.| Turn the temperature regulation to a colder setting temporarily.
The appliance is near a heat source.| Please look in the installation location section.
Heavy build-up of frost on the door seal.| Door seal is not air-tight.| Carefully warm the leaking sections of the door seal with a hairdryer (on a cool setting). At the same time shape the warmed door seal by hand such that it sits correctly.
Unusual noises| The appliance is touching the wall or other objects.| Move the appliance slightly.
A component, e.g. a pipe, on the rear of the appliance is touching another part of the appliance or the wall.| If necessary, carefully bend the component out of the way.

If the malfunction shows again, contact the Service Center.
These data are necessary to help you quickly and correctly. Write the necessary data here, refer to the rating plate.
Product Information
Model No.:ECFR316W
Product dimension: W1120 x D700 x H845 mm
Total Volume: 308L
220 – 240V a.c. 50Hz
Rated current: 1.45A
Climate class: T
Refrigerant: R600a(60g)
Insulation blowing gas: Cyclopentane

NOTES

MANUFACTURER GUARANTEE
This warranty is provided in Australia by Glen Dimplex Australia Pty Limited ABN 69 118 275 460 (Phone number 1300 556 816) and in New Zealand by Glen Dimplex New Zealand Limited NZBN 9429000069823 (Phone number 09 274 8265) in respect of the Euromald product.
1. Euromaid Express Warranty
Subject to the exclusions below, we warrant that the product will not have any electrical or mechanical breakdowns within:
a) In the case of Euromald products used for personal, domestic or household purposes, a period of 2 years from the date the product is purchased as a brand-new product from a retailer located in Australia / New Zealand.
b) In the case of Euromaid products used for purposes other than personal, domestic or household purposes (including business or commercial use), a period of 90 days from the date the product is purchased as a brand-new product from a retailer located in Australia / New Zealand. Euromed products are designed and intended for domestic use only; and
c) All warranty repairs must be carried out by Glen Dimplex or their nominated service agent
Note: warranty periods detailed above may vary In line with agreements with select retell and builder partners and may differ between Australia and New Zealand.
The benefits conferred by this express warranty are in addition to the Consumer Guarantees referred to in section 3 and any other statutory rights you may have under the Australian / New Zealand Consumer Law and/or other applicable laws.
2. Warranty exclusions
This express warranty does not apply where:
a) The product has been installed, used or operated otherwise than in accordance with the product manual or other similar documentation provided to you with the product;
b) The product requires repairs due to damage resulting from accident, misuse, incorrect installation, insect or vermin infestation, improper liquid spillage, cleaning or maintenance, unauthorized modification, use on an incorrect voltage, power surges and dips, voltage supply problems, tampering or unauthorized repairs by any persons, use of defective or incompatible accessories or exposure to abnormally corrosive conditions, events independent of human control which occurred after the goods left the control of Glen Dimplex;
c) The repair relates to the replacement of consumable parts such as fuses and bulbs or any other parts of the product which require routine replacement;
d) You are unable to provide us with reasonable proof of purchase for the product; e) the breakdown occurs after the expiry of the express warranty period set out in section 1 or 0 the product was not purchased in Australia I New Zealand as a brand-new product.
3. Consumer guarantees
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian / New Zealand Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
4. How to make a claim
You may make a claim under this warranty through our website, contacting our customer care line or via email. Contact details for Glen Dimplex Australia and New Zealand can be found at the end of this document.
To make a valid claim under this warranty, you must:
a) Lodge the claim with us as soon as possible and no later than 14 days after you first become aware of the breakdown; b) Provide us with the product serial number; c) Provide us with reasonable proof of purchase for the product. This can take the form of a store receipt, new home handover form, or other payment receipt documentation; and
d) If required by us, provide us (or any person nominated by us) with access to the premises at which the product is located at times nominated by us (so that we can inspect the product).
5. Warranty claims
If you make a valid claim under this warranty and none of the exclusions set out in section 2 apply, we will, at our election, either repair the product or replace the product with a product of identical specification (or where the product is superseded or no longer in stock, with a product of as close a specification as possible).
Goods presented for repair may be replaced by refurbished goods of the same type rather than being repaired. Refurbished parts may be used to repair the goods. Products are designed and supplied for normal domestic use. We will not be liable to you under this warranty for business loss or damage of any kind whatsoever.
READ THE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THE APPLIANCE.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for any damage to property or to persons caused by incorrect installation or improper use of the appliance. The manufacturer is not responsible for any inaccuracies, due to printing or transcription errors, contained in this manual. In addition, the appearance of the figures reported is also purely indicative.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to its products when considered necessary and useful, without affecting the essential safety and operating characteristics. Glen Dimplex constantly seeks ways to improve the specifications and designs of its products. Whilst every effort is made to produce up-to-date literature, this document should not be regarded as an infallible guide. Actual products only should be used to derive cut-out sizes.
All appliances must be installed by a qualified person/s with adherence to the relevant electrical, plumbing, and building codes, with compliance being issued as required by state or national legislation.
Additionally, all upright cookers must have the anti-tilt device installed correctly in adherence to the relevant standards by a licensed installer.
For maximum effectiveness and efficiency, all range hoods should be installed with the use of ductwork, by a licensed installer with adherence to the relevant state and national building codes and regulations.
All Glen Dimplex appliances are for Domestic use only and must be installed by a licensed installer into Domestic Applications only, without exception and to the required Authorities’ guidelines. Any installation outside of this will VOID the warranty. Alfresco areas are not a Domestic application.

Glen Dimplex Australia Pty Ltd
www.glendimolex.com.au
Australia
Ph: 1300 556 816
customer.care.ha@glendimplex.com.au

For service advice, please contact the customer care center by phone or email below.
Glen Dimplex New Zealand Ltd
www.glendimolex.co.nz
New Zealand
Ph: 09 274 8265
nztechservallendimplex.co.nz

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