Asko FN22838W User manual

Dear customer!
Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO. We hope it will
meet your expectations and fulfil your needs for many years to come.
Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday functionality and
high quality. These are key characteristics of all our products and the
reason they are greatly appreciated throughout the world.
Instructions for use
UPRIGHT FREEZER
FN22838W
FN22838S
FN2283W
FN2283S
FN2283B

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UPRIGHT FREEZER
The appliance is intended solely for household use.
The freezer is intended for freezing fresh food and
for long-term storage of frozen food (up to one year,
depending on the type of food).
EU EPREL database
Information about your product can be found at www.
asko.com/energylabel, where you will also find a link to
the European Product Database for Energy Labelling,
EPREL. Or else visit https:// eprel.ec.europa.eu directly.
Follow the instructions to search by model name (see
the information on the serial number plate).

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IMPORTANT NOTES AND WARNINGS 4
Before using the appliance for the first time 4
Important safety instructions 5
Important information on the use of appliance 7
ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER WITH
REFRIGERATION APPLIANCES 9
APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION 10
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION 11
Selecting the room 11
Installing the appliance 11
Connecting the appliance 12
CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF DOOR
OPENING 13
OPERATING OF THE APPLIANCE 14
Switching the appliance on/off14
Adjusting the temperature 14
Freezer boost (super freeze) function 14
FREEZING AND STORING FROZEN
FOOD 15
Freezing process 15
Important warnings on freezing fresh food 15
Storage of industrially frozen food 15
Avoid contamination of food 15
Frozen food storage time 15
Defrosting frozen food 15
DEFROSTING THE APPLIANCE 16
Defrosting a NO FROST freezer 16
CLEANING THE APPLIANCE 17
TROUBLESHOOTING 18
INFORMATION ABOUT APPLIANCE
NOISE 19
TABLE OF CONTENS

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Spacers are fitted on the corners of
the doors. Remove them and insert
the supplied plugs into their slots
(only in some models).
Before using the appliance for the first time
Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, please read carefully the
instructions for use which describe the appliance and its correct and safe use.
The instructions apply to several appliance types/models; thus, settings or
equipment may be described herein which is not available in your appliance.
We recommend saving this instruction manual for future reference and attach it
to the appliance if it is sold in the future.
The instruction manual includes the NO FROST version/model of the freezer
which is fitted with a fan and in which the defrosting process is automatic (only
with some models).
Check for any damage or irregularities on your appliance. If you find your
appliance is damaged, notify the retailer from which you have purchased the
appliance.
Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, let the appliance rest in
a vertical position for a minimum of 2 hours.This will reduce the possibility of
operation faults due to the effect of transport on the cooling system.
IMPORTANT NOTES AND WARNINGS

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Important safety instructions
WARNING! Risk of fire/flammable materials.
The appliance must be connected to the power mains and grounded in
compliance with the effective standards and regulations.
WARNING! Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power
supplies at the rear of the appliance.
Before cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the power mains (unplug the
power cord from the wall outlet).
WARNING! If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a
hazard.
WARNING! When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not
trapped or damaged.
If LED lighting does not work, call a service technician. Do not attempt a repair
of the LED lighting yourself, as there is danger of contact with high voltage!
WARNING! Do not use any electric devices inside the appliance, except for
those allowed by the manufacturer of this refrigeration appliance.
WARNING! Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the
defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING! To avoid any hazard resulting from poor stability of the appliance,
make sure it is installed as instructed.

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Danger of frostbite
Never put frozen food in your mouth and avoid touching frozen food as this
may cause frostnip or frostbite.
Safety of children and vulnerable persons
The 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.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
Remove the packaging intended to protect the appliance or particular parts
during transport and keep it outside the reach of children.
It presents danger of injury or suffocation.
For European markets only
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 supervis
ion.
Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating
appliances.
Warning regarding the refrigerant
The appliance contains a small amount of an environmentally friendly yet
flammable gas R600a. Make sure that no parts of the cooling system are
damaged. A gas leak is not hazardous to the environment, but it could cause
eye injury or fire.

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In case of a gas leak, ventilate the room thoroughly, disconnect the appliance
from the power mains, and call a service technician.
Important information on the use of appliance
WARNING! This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar
applications such as:
- staffkitchen 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! Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the
built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
The appliance may not be used outdoors and it may not be exposed to rain.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable
propellant in this appliance.
If the appliance will be out of use for an extended period of time, switch it
offusing the relevant button, and unplug it from the power mains. Empty the
appliance, defrost it, clean it, and leave the door ajar.
In case of an error or power supply failure, do not open the freezer
compartment unless the freezer has not operated for over 16 hours. After this
period, use the frozen food or provide sufficient cooling (e.g. a replacement
appliance).
Technical information on the appliance
Rating plate can be found in the appliance interior. It indicates data on voltage,
gross and net volume, type and amount of refrigerant, and information on the
climate classes.
If the language on the rating plate is not the language of your choice or the
language of your country, replace it with the one supplied.

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Environment protection
Packaging is made of environmentally friendly materials that can be recycled,
disposed of, or destroyed without any hazard to the environment.
Removing an obsolete appliance
To protect the environment, take the obsolete appliance to an authorized home
appliance collection centre.
Before doing so, do the following:
• disconnect the appliance from the power mains;
• do not allow children to play with the appliance.
WARNING! Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. This will also prevent
pollution.
The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the product should not be treated as normal
household waste. The product should be taken to an authorized collection centre for waste electric and
electronic equipment processing. Correct disposal of the product will help prevent any negative effects
on the environment and health of people which could occur in case of incorrect product removal. For detailed
information on removal and processing of the product, please contact the relevant municipal body in charge
of waste management, your waste disposal service, or the store where you bought the product.

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• Install the appliance as specified in the instruction manual.
• Do not open the door more often than necessary.
• Occasionally make sure air circulation underneath the appliance is unobstructed.
• Condenser unit on the rear wall should be kept clean (see chapter Cleaning the appliance).
• If the gasket is damaged or does not provide a perfect seal for other reasons, have it replaced as soon as possible.
• Store the food in tightly sealed containers or appropriate packaging.
• Before placing the food in the appliance, cool it to room temperature.
• Defrost frozen food in the refrigerator compartment.
• Remove the drawers from the freezer compartment as described in the instruction manual, in order to make use of the
entire interior.
• Defrost your conventional freezer when an approximately 3-5 milimeter layer of of frost or ice has built up on the
refrigerated surfaces.
• Make sure the layout of shelves in the compartment is uniform and that the food is placed so that the air can freely
circulate in the appliance interior (observe the recommended placement of food as described in the instructions).
• In appliances with a fan, do not block the fan slots.
• If you do not need the fan or the ionizer, switch them offto reduce power consumption.
ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER WITH REFRIGERATION APPLIANCES

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1 Control unit
2 Led lighting of freezer interior
3 NO FROST freezing unit (cooler, fan ...)
4 Freezing and storage compartment
5 Multibox storage bin
6 Foot
• Appliance interior equipment may change according to the appliance model.
• The drawers are protected against pulling out. To remove a drawer from the appliance, open it, then lift the front part
and pull it out.
• Fan (hid within the freezer unit) provides better distribution of temperature. It is offwhen the freezer door is open, or
during idle compressor periods.
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Selecting the room
• Install the appliance in a dry and well ventilated
room. The appliance will operate correctly if the
environment temperature is in the interval specified
in the table. The appliance class is indicated on the
rating plate / label with the basic information on the
appliance.
• This appliance is not intended to be used as a build-in
appliance.
Description Class
Ambient
temperature
range °C
Relative
humidity
Extended
temperate SN +10 to +32
≤75%
Temperate N +16 to +32
Subtropical ST +16 to +38
Tropical T +16 to +43
WARNING!
Make sure the room where the appliance is
installed is large enough. There should be at
least 1 m3of space per 8 grams of refrigerant.
Amount of refrigerant is stated on the rating plate
in the appliance interior.
Installing the appliance
Appliance installation should be carried out by at least
two persons to avoid any physical injury or damage to
the appliance.
• The appliance must stand level and stable on a
solid base. At the front, the appliance is fitted with
two adjustable legs that can be used to level the
appliance. At the rear side, casters allow for easier
installation of the appliance (only with some models).
• There should be a clearance of at least 5 cm between
the appliance and any cupboard installed above it, in
order to allow adequate cooling of the condenser unit.
• The appliance is supplied with two spacers which
should be installed on the lower part of the housing
to prevent from pushing the appliance too close to
the wall. Appliance may also be installed without
the spacers; however, this may increase power
consumption.
• Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight and do
not place it near any source of heat. If this cannot be
avoided, install an insulation panel.
• The appliance may stand alone or it may be placed
ext to a cupboard or a wall. Consider the clearance
required to fully open the door in order to allow
pulling out the drawers and shelves (see installation
diagram).
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Note: When placing the appliances side by side, the
anti-dew (anti-condensation) set has to be purchased
and installed!
Code for ordering the set:
– appliances with a height of 1850 mm: 576604.
Connecting the appliance
• Connect the appliance to the power mains using a
connection cable. The wall outlet should be fitted with
a ground contact (safety socket). Nominal voltage and
frequency are indicated on the rating plate/label with
basic information on the appliance.
• The appliance must be connected to the power
mains and grounded in compliance with the effective
standards and regulations. The appliance will
withstand short-term deviations from the nominal
voltage, but not more than +/- 6%.

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Tools required: socket wrench No. 8, Phillips screwdriver, torx 25, flat screwdriver
The procedure to change the direction of door opening should be carried out by at least two persons.
1. Remove the upper hinge cover (A) and the covering cap (G).
2. Undo the upper hinge (B) and remove the door (C) from the lower hinge (D).
3. Tilt the appliance backwards (make sure you do not press against the condenser unit on the rear wall of the
appliance as this may damage the cooling system), unscrew the lower hinge (D) and the foot (E), and move them to
the opposite side. Make sure the washer is installed like it was before disassembly.
4. Move the door hinges (F) to the opposite side, remove the door stopper S1 and attach the door stopper S2 supplied
in a bag with the instruction manual. Replace the door (C) back on the lower hinge (D).
5. Use the screws to attach the upper hinge (B) on the opposite side.
6. Replace the upper hinge cover (A) and the covering cap (G) on the opposite side.
7. Replace the handle (L): undo the side screws (M) and the (N) screw in the handle holder. Take care not to damage
the door. Pull the handle in the direction of the arrow Disassemble the handle (L): undo the screw (O), turn the
handle holder (P) by 180° and reattach it using the screw. On the opposite side of the door, remove the cover
plugs (R) and replace the handle (L) in the direction of the arrow 2. Reattach the handle using the screws (M) and (N).
Place the covering plugs/caps (R) on the opposite side of the door.
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Switching the appliance on/off
To switch on the appliance, plug the power cord into the
power mains outlet.
To switch offthe appliance, unplug the power cord from
the power mains outlet.
Adjusting the temperature
• Adjust the temperature as desired with the Akey.
• Press the Akey until the desired temperature is set.
• Recommended setting is -18°C.
• If the temperature of the room where the appliance
is installed is below 16°C, we recommend setting the
temperature to -18°C or lower.
Freezer boost (super freeze) function
To activate the freezer boost function, press the Akey
until the symbol Clights up.
• Use this setting after switching on the appliance for
the first time, before cleaning, or 24 hours before
inserting a large amount of food.
• If the function is not deactivated manually, it will be
deactivated automatically after approximately two
days.
ABC
A Temperature adjustment and freezer boost key
B Freezer temperature display
C Freezer boost function display
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Freezing process
WARNING!
Maximum amount of fresh food that may be
inserted at once is specified on the appliance
rating plate. If the amount of food to be frozen
exceeds the indicated amount, the quality of
freezing will be inferior; in addition, the quality of
the food already frozen will deteriorate.
• To make use of the entire freezer volume, remove all
drawers.
• Place the food directly on the shelves and on the
freezer bottom.
• Activate the super freeze function 24 hours before
freezing fresh food:
- press the Akey repeatedly until the symbol C
lights up.
After this time, insert the fresh food into the freezing
compartment.
Make sure the fresh food is not in contact with the food
that is already frozen!
The most suitable place for freezing a large amount of
fresh food is the upper section of the freezer.
• When freezing smaller quantities of food
(1-2 kilograms), activating the super freeze function is
not required.
• After 24 hours, the food can be moved to other freezer
compartments and the freezing process can be
repeated as necessary.
Important warnings on freezing fresh food
WARNING!
Only freeze the food that is suitable for freezing
in the freezer. Make sure the food you freeze is of
high quality and fresh.
Choose appropriate packaging and use the
packaging correctly.
Packaging should not be permeable to humidity;
it should be airtight to prevent the food from
drying out and loss of vitamins.
Label the food; indicate the type of food, amount,
and date of freezing.
It is important that the food is frozen as quickly
as possible. Therefore, keep the packages small.
Refrigerate the food before freezing.
Storage of industrially frozen food
• When storing and using frozen food, observe the
manufacturer's instructions. Temperature and expiry
date are indicated on the packaging.
• Only choose food with undamaged packaging, stored
in freezers at temperatures of -18°C or lower.
• Do not purchase food covered in frost as this
indicates they have been partly defrosted several
times and that they are of inferior quality.
• Protect the food from thawing during transport. In
case of an increase in temperature, storage time will
be shorter and quality will deteriorate.
Avoid contamination of food
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.
• Regularly clean surfaces that can come in contact
with food and accessible drainage systems.
• 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.
Frozen food storage time
Recommended storage time in the freezer
Type of food Time
fruit, beef from 10 to 12 months
vegetables, veal, poultry from 8 to 10 months
Venison from 6 to 8 months
Pork from 4 to 6 months
minced meat 4 months
bread, pastry, ready-to-eat meals,
lean 3 months
entrails 2 months
smoked sausage, fatty fish 1 month
Defrosting frozen food
Freezing the food does not kill the microorganisms.
After the food is defrosted or thawed, bacteria is
re-activated and the food spoils quickly. Use the partially
or completely defrosted food as soon as possible.
Partial thawing decreases the nutritive value of the food,
particularly fruit, vegetables, and ready-to-eat food.
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Defrosting a NO FROST freezer
• The NO FROST freezer will defrost automatically.
Occasional frost that may appear on the walls will
disappear automatically.
• Build-up of ice or frost in the freezer compartment
can be a result of abnormal use of appliance
(door opened too frequently and/or too long, door
not properly closed etc.). In this case, unplug the
appliance, remove the food from the freezer and
protect them from defrosting.
Clean and dry the freezer interior. Before returning the
frozen food into the freezer, switch on the appliance
and select the desired setting.
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Before cleaning, unplug the appliance from the
power mains – switch offthe appliance (see chapter
Switching the Appliance On/Off) and unplug the power
cord from the wall outlet.
• Use a soft cloth to clean all surfaces. Cleaners that
contain abrasive substances, acids, or solvents
are not suitable for cleaning as they may damage
the surface.
Clean the appliance exterior with water or a mild solution
of suds. Lacquer-coated and aluminium surfaces may be
cleaned with lukewarm water to which you have added a
mild detergent. Use of cleaners with low alcohol content
is allowed (e.g. window cleaners).
Do not use cleaners containing alcohol for cleaning
plastic materials.
Appliance interior can be cleaned with lukewarm water
to which you can add some vinegar.
• The condenser unit mounted on the (exterior)
back wall should always be kept clean, free of dust
or deposits resulting from kitchen smoke or fumes.
Occasionally clean the dust using a soft non-metal
brush or a vacuum cleaner.
• Also clean the tray above the refrigerator compressor.
If you remove it, replace it after cleaning. Make sure it
is placed horizontally.
• After cleaning, switch the appliance back on and
insert the food.
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Problem: Cause or remedy:
Appliance is connected to the
power mains but it does not work:
• Make sure there is voltage in the power outlet and that the appliance is switched
on.
Cooling system operates
continuously for a long period of
time:
• Too high environment temperature.
• Door opened too frequently or too long.
• Door not closed correctly (possible impurities on the seal, misaligned door,
damaged seal etc.).
• Too much fresh food inserted at once.
• Insufficient compressor and condenser cooling. Check the air circulation behind
the appliance and clean the condenser unit.
Build-up of ice or frost in the
freezer interior may be a result of
the following:
• Door opened too frequently or too long.
• Door not properly closed.
• Poor door sealing.
• If the seal is dirty or damaged, clean or replace it.
Door is difficult to open: • If you are trying to open the appliance door after just having closed it, this could be
difficult to do.
As you open the door, some cool air escapes from the appliance and it is replaced
by warm air from the environment. When this air is cooled, negative pressure is
generated which results in problems as you try to open the door. After a few
minutes, the condition is normalized and the door can be easily opened again.
LED lighting does not work: • If LED lighting does not work, call a service technician.
• Do not attempt a repair of the LED lighting yourself, as there is danger of contact
with high voltage!
If none of the instructions above fixes your problem, call the nearest authorized service center and state the type,
model, and serial number found on the rating plate/label which is located in the appliance interior.
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WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES THAT DO NOT AFFECT THE FUNCTIONALITY OF THE APPLIANCE.
Cooling in refrigerator freezers is made possible by a
cooling system that also includes a compressor (and a
fan with some appliances), which generates some noise.
The level of noise depends on installation, proper use,
and age of the appliance.
• After connecting the appliance to the power mains,
compressor operation, or the sound of flowing
liquid, may be somewhat louder. This is not a sign of
malfunction and it will not affect the useful life of the
appliance. In time, appliance operation and this noise
will become quieter.
• Sometimes, unusual or loud noise may appear during
appliance operation; these are mostly the result of
improper installation:
- The appliance must stand level and stable on a
solid base.
- The appliance may not be in contact with a wall or
adjacent furniture.
- Make sure the interior equipment sits firmly in
its place and that the noise is not caused by cans,
bottles or other containers placed next to each
other.
• Due to the higher workload on the cooling system
when the door is opened more frequently or for a
longer time, when a large amount of fresh food is
introduced, or when intensive freezing or cooling
functions are activated, the appliance can temporarily
generate more noise.
Instructions for use of the appliance can also be found on our website at www.asko.com
INFORMATION ABOUT APPLIANCE NOISE

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