Electra BFZU63W User manual

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BFZU63W

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Thank you for choosing this product.
This user manual contains important information on safety and instructions intended to
assist you in the operation and maintenance of your appliance.
Please take the time to read this user manual before using your appliance and keep this
book for future reference.
Icon Type Meaning
WARNING Serious injury or death risk
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Dangerous voltage risk
FIRE Warning; Risk of re / ammable materials
CAUTION Injury or property damage risk
IMPORTANT Operating the system correctly

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CONTENTS
1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................. 4
1.1 General Safety Warnings ...............................................................................................4
1.2 Installation warnings.......................................................................................................7
1.3 Electrical information (For UK type plug)........................................................................8
1.4 During Usage..................................................................................................................8
2 DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE ............................................................... 9
3 USING THE APPLIANCE ................................................................................ 10
3.1 Thermostat Setting .......................................................................................................10
3.2 Temperature Settings Warnings ...................................................................................10
3.3 Accessories ..................................................................................................................11
3.3.1 Ice Tray......................................................................................................................11
3.3.2 The Plastic Scraper ...................................................................................................11
4 FOOD STORAGE ............................................................................................ 11
5 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE .................................................................. 14
5.1 Defrosting .....................................................................................................................14
6 SHIPMENT AND REPOSITIONING................................................................. 15
6.1 Transportation and Changing Positioning ....................................................................15
6.2 Repositioning the Door.................................................................................................15
7 BEFORE CALLING AFTER-SALES SERVICE............................................... 16
8 TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY .......................................................................... 17

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1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 General Safety Warnings
Read this user manual carefully.
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 use electrical appliances inside
the food storage compartments of the appliance,
unless they are of the type recommended by the
manufacturer.
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: In order to avoid any hazards resulting
from the instability of the appliance, it must be xed in
accordance with the following instructions:
If your appliance uses R600a as a refrigerant (this
information will be provided on the label of the cooler)
you should take care during transportation and
installation to prevent the cooler elements from being
damaged. R600a is an environmentally friendly and

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natural gas, but it is explosive. In the event of a leak
due to damage of the cooler elements, move your
fridge away from open ames or heat sources and
ventilate the room where the appliance is located for a
few minutes.
• While carrying and positioning the fridge, do not
damage the cooler gas circuit.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol
cans with a ammable propellant in this appliance.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household
and domestic applications such as:
–staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces 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.
• If the socket does not match the refrigerator plug,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a service
agent or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid
a hazard.
• A specially grounded plug has been connected
to the power cable of your refrigerator. This plug
should be used with a specially grounded socket
of 16 amperes. If there is no such socket in your
house, please have one installed by an authorised
electrician.

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• 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.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, an authorised service agent or
similar qualied persons, in order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes
exceeding 2000 m.

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1.2 Installation warnings
Before using your freezer for the rst time,
please pay attention to the following points:
• The operating voltage for your freezer is
220-240 V at 50Hz.
• The plug must be accessible after
installation.
• Your freezer may have an odour when
it is operated for the rst time. This is
normal and the odour will fade when your
freezer starts to cool.
• Before connecting your freezer, ensure
that the information on the data plate
(voltage and connected load) matches
that of the mains electricity supply. If in
doubt, consult a qualied electrician.
• Insert the plug into a socket with an
efcient ground connection. If the socket
has no ground contact or the plug does
not match, we recommend you consult a
qualied electrician for assistance.
• The appliance must be connected
with a properly installed fused socket.
The power supply (AC) and voltage at
the operating point must match with
the details on the name plate of the
appliance (the name plate is located on
the inside left of the appliance).
• We do not accept responsibility for any
damages that occur due to ungrounded
usage.
• Place your freezer where it will not be
exposed to direct sunlight.
• Your freezer must never be used
outdoors or exposed to rain.
• Your appliance must be at least 50 cm
away from stoves, gas ovens and heater
cores, and at least 5 cm away from
electrical ovens.
• If your freezer is placed next to a deep
freezer, there must be at least 2 cm
between them to prevent humidity
forming on the outer surface.
• Do not cover the body or top of freezer
with lace. This will affect the performance
of your freezer.
• Clearance of at least 150 mm is required
at the top of your appliance. Do not place
anything on top of your appliance.
• Do not place heavy items on the
appliance.
• Clean the appliance thoroughly before
use (see Cleaning and Maintenance).
• Before using your freezer, wipe all parts
with a solution of warm water and a
teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate. Then,
rinse with clean water and dry. Return all
parts to the freezer after cleaning.
• Use the adjustable front legs to make
sure your appliance is level and stable.
You can adjust the legs by turning them
in either direction. This must be done
before placing food in the appliance.
• Install the two plastic distance guides (the
parts on the black vanes
-condenser- at the rear)
by turning it 90° (as
shown in the gure) to
prevent the condenser
from touching the wall.
• The distance between
the appliance and back wall must be a
maximum of 75 mm.

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1.3 Electrical information (For UK type
plug)
Warning! This appliance must be
earthed.
The mains lead of this appliance has been
tted with a specially earthed plug.
Important: Do not use the
appliance without the fuse cover in position.
Should the fuse need to be replaced, it
must be replaced with a 13A fuse, ASTA
approved to BS1362.
The plug must be used with a specially
earthed socket of 13 amperes. If there is
no such socket in your house, please have
one installed by an authorised electrician.
The mains lead of this appliance has been
tted with a BS 1363A 13A fused plug. To
change a fuse in this type of plug, follow
the steps below:
1. Remove the fuse cover and fuse.
2. Fit replacement 13A fuse, ASTA
approved to BS 1362 type, into the fuse
cover.
3. Replace fuse cover.
1.4 During Usage
• Do not connect your freezer to the mains
electricity supply using an extension lead.
• Do not use damaged, torn or old plugs.
• Do not pull, bend or damage the cord.
• Do not use plug adapter.
• This appliance is designed for use by
adults. Do not allow children to play with
the appliance or hang off the door.
• Never touch the power cord/plug with wet
hands. This may cause a short circuit or
electric shock.
• Do not place glass bottles or cans in
your freezer as they will burst when the
contents freeze.
• Do not place explosive or ammable
material in your freezer.
• When removing ice from the ice-making
compartment, do not touch it. Ice may
cause frost burns and/or cuts.
• Do not touch frozen goods with wet
hands. Do not eat ice-cream or ice cubes
immediately after they are removed from
the ice-making compartment.
• Do not re-freeze thawed frozen food. This
may cause health issues such as food
poisoning.
Old and Out-of-order Fridges
• If your old fridge or freezer has a
lock, break or remove the lock before
discarding it, because children may
get trapped inside it and may cause an
accident.
• Old fridges and freezers contain
isolation material and refrigerant with
CFC. Therefore, take care not to harm
environment when you are discarding
your old fridges.
CE Declaration of conformity
We declare that our products meet the
applicable European Directives, Decisions
and Regulations and the requirements
listed in the standards referenced.
Disposal of your old appliance
The symbol on the product or on
its packaging indicates that this
product may not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall
be handed over to the applicable
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
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information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city ofce, your
household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.
Packaging and the Environment
Packaging materials protect
your machine from damage that
may occur during transportation.
The packaging materials are
environmentally friendly as they are
recyclable. The use of recycled material
reduces raw material consumption and
therefore decreases waste production.
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
specied 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.
2 DESCRIPTION OF THE
APPLIANCE
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2
3
4
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This presentation is only for
information about the parts of the
appliance. Parts may vary according to the
appliance model.
1) Thermostat knob
2) Freezer upper ap / Freezer upper
drawer
3) Freezer drawers
4) Ice box tray
5) Plastic ice scraper *
* In some models

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3 USING THE APPLIANCE
3.1 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 knob
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.
Note that: The ambient temperature,
the temperature of freshly stored food,
and how often the door is opened all affect
the temperature in the appliance. If
required, change the temperature setting.
3.2 Temperature Settings Warnings
• The ambient temperature, temperature of
the freshly stored food and how often the
door is opened affects the temperature
in the freezer compartment. If required,
change the temperature setting.
• It is not recommended that you operate
your freezer in environments colder than
10°C in terms of its efciency.
• When setting the thermostat, take into
consideration how often the appliance
door is opened and closed, how much
food is stored in the freezer, and the
environment in which the freezer is
located.
• When the appliance is rst switched on,
allow it to run for 24 hours in order to
reach operating temperature. During this
time, do not open the door and do not
keep a large quantity of food inside.
• Unplug your appliance during a power cut
to prevent damage to the compressor.
Once power is restored, delay plugging
in your appliance for 5 to 10 minutes.
This will help prevent damage to the
appliance's components.
• Your appliance is designed to operate in
the ambient temperature ranges 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
outside of the stated temperature ranges.
This will reduce the cooling efciency of
the appliance.
• Your appliance is designed to operate in
the ambient temperature (T/SN = 10°C
- 43°C) intervals stated in the standards,
according to the climate class displayed
on the information label. We do not
recommend operating your appliance out
of the stated temperature limits in terms
of cooling effectiveness.
Climate
Class Ambient Temperature oC
T Between 16 and 43 (°C)
ST Between 16 and 38 (°C)

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Climate
Class Ambient Temperature oC
N Between 16 and 32 (°C)
SN Between 10 and 32 (°C)
3.3 Accessories
3.3.1 Ice Tray
• Fill the ice tray with water and place in
the freezer compartment.
• After the water has completely frozen,
you can twist the tray as shown below to
remove the ice cubes.
3.3.2 The Plastic Scraper
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.
Visual and text descriptions in
the accessories section may vary
according to the model of your
appliance.
4 FOOD STORAGE
• 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
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• The maximum amount of fresh food (in
kg) that can be frozen in 24 hours is
indicated on the appliance label.
• While freezing food; use the bottom
drawer.
NOTE: If you attempt to open the freezer
door immediately after closing it, you
will nd 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.
The table below is a quick guide to show you the most efcient way to store the major
food groups in your freezer compartment.
Meat and sh Preparation Maximum storage time
(months)
Steak Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Lamb meat Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Veal roast Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Veal cubes In small pieces 6 - 8
Lamb cubes In pieces 4 - 8
Minced meat In packaging without using spices 1 - 3
Giblets (pieces) In pieces 1 - 3
Bologna sausage/salami Should be kept packaged even if it has a membrane
Chicken and turkey Wrap in foil 4 - 6
Goose and duck Wrap in foil 4 - 6
Deer, rabbit, wild boar In 2.5 kg portions or as llets 6 - 8

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Freshwater sh
(Salmon, Carp, Crane,
Catsh)
After cleaning the bowels and scales of the sh,
wash and dry it. If necessary, remove the tail and
head.
2
Lean sh (Bass, Turbot,
Flounder) 4
Fatty shes (Tuna,
Mackerel, Bluesh,
Anchovy)
2 - 4
Shellsh Clean and in a bag 4 - 6
Caviar In its packaging, or in an aluminium or plastic
container 2 - 3
Snails In salty water, or in an aluminium or plastic container 3
NOTE: Thawed frozen meat should be cooked as fresh meat. If the meat is not cooked after defrosting, it
must not be re-frozen.
Vegetables and Fruits Preparation Maximum storage time
(months)
String beans and beans Wash, cut into small pieces and boil in water 10 - 13
Beans Hull, wash and boil in water 12
Cabbage Clean and boil in water 6 - 8
Carrot Clean, cut into slices and boil in water 12
Pepper Cut the stem, cut into two pieces, remove the core
and boil in water 8 - 10
Spinach Wash and boil in water 6 - 9
Cauliower Remove the leaves, cut the heart into pieces and
leave it in water with a little lemon juice for a while 10 - 12
Eggplant Cut into pieces of 2cm after washing 10 - 12
Corn Clean and pack with its stem or as sweet corn 12
Apple and pear Peel and slice 8 - 10
Apricot and Peach Cut into two pieces and remove the stone 4 - 6
Strawberry and
Blackberry Wash and hull 8 - 12
Vegetables and Fruits Preparation Maximum storage time
(months)
Cooked fruits Add 10 % of sugar to the container 12
Plum, cherry, sourberry Wash and hull the stems 8 - 12
Maximum storage time
(months)
Thawing time at room
temperature (hours)
Thawing time in oven
(minutes)
Bread 4 - 6 2 - 3 4-5 (220-225 °C)
Biscuits 3 - 6 1 - 1,5 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Pastry 1 - 3 2 - 3 5-10 (200-225 °C)
Pie 1 - 1,5 3 - 4 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Phyllo dough 2 - 3 1 - 1,5 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Pizza 2 - 3 2 - 4 15-20 (200 °C)

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Dairy products Preparation Maximum storage time
(months) Storage conditions
Packet (Homogenized)
Milk In its own packet 2 - 3 Pure Milk – in its own packet
Cheese - excluding
white cheese In slices 6 - 8
Original packaging may be
used for short-term storage.
Keep wrapped in foil for
longer periods.
Butter, margarine In its packaging 6
5 CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Disconnect the unit from the power
supply before cleaning.
Do not wash your appliance by
pouring water on it.
Do not use abrasive products,
detergents or soaps for cleaning the
appliance. After washing, rinse with clean
water and dry carefully. When you have
nished cleaning, reconnect the plug to the
mains supply with dry hands.
• Make sure that no water enters the lamp
housing and other electrical components.
• The appliance should be cleaned
regularly using a solution of bicarbonate
of soda and lukewarm water.
• Clean the accessories separately by
hand with soap and water. Do not wash
accessories in a dish washer.
• Clean the condenser with a brush at least
twice a year. This will help you to save on
energy costs and increase productivity.
The power supply must be
disconnected during cleaning.
5.1 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 tting 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 oor. 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
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• 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 '3' before
introducing the food back into the freezer.
6 SHIPMENT AND
REPOSITIONING
6.1 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 x them into the
appliance against shocks using bands
when re-positioning or transporting.
Always carry your appliance in the
upright position.
6.2 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.

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7 BEFORE CALLING AFTER-
SALES SERVICE
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.

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8 TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY
1. Install the appliance in a cool, well-
ventilated room, but not in direct sunlight
and not near a heat source (such as a
radiator or oven) otherwise an insulating
plate should be used.
2. Allow warm food and drinks to cool
before placing them inside the appliance.
3. Drinks or other liquids should be
covered when inside the appliance. If
left uncovered, the humidity inside the
appliance will increase, therefore the
appliance uses more energy. Keeping
drinks and other liquids covered helps
preserve their smell and taste.
4. Avoid keeping the doors open for long
periods and opening the doors too
frequently as warm air will enter the
appliance and cause the compressor to
switch on unnecessarily often.
5. The door gasket must be clean and
pliable. Replace gaskets if worn.

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