iGenix IG100 User manual
USER MANUAL
100 Litre Chest Freezer
Please read these instructions carefully before use and retain for future reference
Before switching on your appliance,
always check for any damage which may have been caused in transit
IG100
Batch code:
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Important: This appliance is not intended for use by persons
including children with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliances by a person responsible for their safety.
• This product is intended to be used in a household and similar
applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces 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.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate
the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the
manufacturer.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage
compartments of the appliance, unless they are recommended
by the manufacturer.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with
a ammable propellant in this appliance.
CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions...............................................2-5
Appliance Overview...................................................................6
Specication .................................................................................7
Operating Instructions...........................................................8-9
Cleaning and Maintenance ............................................... 10-12
Trouble Shooting...................................................................... 13
Fuse Replacement.................................................................... 14
Disposal Information............................................................... 14
Igenix Warranty Terms & Conditions ............................ 16-17
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• Ensure that the electricity supply in your home is rated at 220 -
240 volts before operating the appliance.
• Do not use the appliance if there is any damage to the power
cord.
• Use of an extension cord is not recommended with this product.
• This product is for indoor use only.
• Keep packaging material out of the reach of children! It can
become a choking or suffocation hazard.
• Always unplug the appliance before attempting to move it.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
• Ensure that the refrigerant circuit is not damaged.
• The refrigerant of this product is R600a which is ammable.
• Ensure when moving the appliance or during installation that the
cooling system does not get damaged.
• DANGER: Risk of child entrapment
- Before you dispose of your old refrigerator or freezer, remove
the doors and leave the shelves in place so that children cannot
easily climb inside.
• When disposing of the appliance, remove the plug so the
appliance is unusable.
IMPORTANT: Always allow 12 hours before turning on the
refrigerator to allow the coolant gases time to settle after the
refrigerator is in place.
Packaging: The cardboard packaging is recyclable and
should be disposed of according to local
regulations. Keep the packaging materials out of the reach of
children.
Before installation take care to remove all cardboard or other
packaging, including material from the condenser tubes and any
material surrounding the motor / compressor unit.
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WARNING: Risk of re / ammable materials.
• When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is
not trapped or damaged.
• Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable
power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and
unload refrigerating appliances.
• To avoid contamination of food, pay attention to the
following:
• opening the door for long periods can cause a signicant
increase of the temperature in the compartments of the
appliance;
• clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with
food and accessible drainage systems;
• clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 hours;
ush the water system connected to a water supply if
water has not been drawn for 5 days;
• store raw meat and sh 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.
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Refrigerator
location
Type of food
Fridge door • Foods with natural preservatives, such as jams,
juices, drinks, condiments.
• Do not store perishable foods.
Crisper bin (salad
bin)
• Fruits, herbs and vegetables should be placed
separately in the crisper bin.
• Do not store bananas, onions, potatoes, garlic in
the refrigerator.
Fridge shelf –
bottom
Chiller bin
• Raw meat, poultry, sh (for short-term storage)
Fridge shelf –
middle
• Dairy products, eggs
Fridge shelf – top • Foods that do not need cooking, such as ready-
to-eat foods, deli meats, leftovers.
Freezer drawer/
shelf
• Foods for long-term storage.
• Bottom drawer/shelf for raw meat, poultry, sh.
• Middle drawer/shelf for frozen vegetables, chips.
• Top drawer/shelf for ice cream, frozen fruit, fro-
zen baked goods.
The table below contains general guidelines on the storage of
food in the refrigerator.
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APPLIANCE OVERVIEW
Thank you for purchasing your new Igenix Chest Freezer.We recommend that
you spend some time reading this instruction manual in order that you fully
understand all the operational features it offers. Read all the safety instructions
carefully before use and keep this instruction manual for future reference.
* All images in this instruction manual are for indication only; please refer to
your individual unit for details.
Plastic Scraper
Power Indicator
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SPECIFICATION
Supplier Name / Trade Mark Igenix
Model Number IG100
Category Type Chest freezer
Energy Eciency Class A+
EU Eco-Label Award N/A
Annual Energy Consumption 168kWh/annum
Freezing Capacity 4.5kg/24h
Fridge Storage Volume (Litre) and Applicable
Star Rating Compartment N/A
Freezer Storage Volume (Litre) 99
Applicable Star Rating Compartment Y
Refrigeration System (Frost Free, Static, Totally No Frost) Static
Temperature Rise Time 1800min
Climate Class N/SN/T/ST
This appliance is intended to be used at an ambient temperature
between “10” (lowest temperature) °C and “43”(highest temperature) °C
Noise Emission (dB) 41(db)
Built-in Appliance N/A
Wine Storage Appliance N/A
Voltage (V) 220-240V~
Wattage Power (W) 80W
Frequency (Hz) 50Hz
Power Source AC
Ambient Room Temperature Limits
Class Symbol Ambient average temperature °C
Extended temperature SN +10 to +32
Temperature N +16 to +32
Subtropical ST +16 to +38
Tropical T +16 to +43
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Switching On The Appliance
1. Power Indicator: Stays on
2. The internal temperature of your freezer is controlled by a thermostat.Adjust
the thermostat control dial to the desired position, MAX makes the appliance
colder and is used for fast freezing (please refer Fast Freezing section). The
appliance may not operate correctly if it is in a particularly hot or cold room
or if the lid is opened often or for prolonged periods.
3. The unit may not operate at the correct temperature if it is in a particularly
hot or a particularly cold room, or if you open the doors often.
4. To ensure that the unit is cool enough to sufciently chill and freeze your
food, wait 24 hours before lling it with food.
5. If you are concerned that your unit is not being kept cold enough and wish
to check the temperature, you will need a special fridge/freezer thermometer.
These are available from most supermarkets and hardware shops. Place the
thermometer in the freezer and leave overnight.The correct temperature for
the freezer should be -18°C or lower.
Adjusting the Temperature
The internal temperature of the unit is controlled by a thermostat. Rotate the
dial clockwise and the interior temperature will drop, MIN is the warmest setting
and MAX is the coldest setting. Please adjust according to the environment.
Freezing
Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible.Turn the dial to the MAX
so your freezer will operate at the coldest temperature (approximately -28°C)
continuously. It helps to quickly freeze and retain more of the goodness of your
food. Freezing will be completed after 24 hours.Then turn the dial back to its
original position. Maximum freezing capacity is 4.5kg.
Noises Inside the Unit!
You may notice that your unit makes some unusual noises. Most of these are
perfectly normal, but you should be aware of them! These noises are caused by
the circulation of the refrigerant liquid in the cooling system. It has become more
unit.This is the compressor motor working, as it pumps the refrigerant around
the system.
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Tips for Keeping Food in the Unit
• Cooked meat/sh should always be stored on a shelf above raw meat/sh to
avoid bacterial transfer. Keep raw meat/sh in a container which is large
enough to collect juices and cover it properly. Place the container on the
lowest shelf at the bottom of the fridge compartment.
• Leave space around your food, to allow air to circulate inside the
compartments. Ensure all parts of the unit are kept cool.
• To prevent transfer of avours and drying out, pack or cover the food
seperately. Fruit and vegetables do not need to be wrapped.
• Always let pre-cooked food cool down before you put in the unit.This will
help to maintain the internal temperature of the unit.
• To prevent cold air escaping from the unit, try to limit the number of times
you open the doors.We recommend that you only open the doors when you
need to put food in or take food out.
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We recommend that defrosting should be carried out when the frost layer builds
up to 10 mm (~0.39”). Choose a time when the stock of frozen food is low,
follow these procedures:
1. Take out the food, turn the unit off at the mains supply, unplug the unit and
leave the door open. Ideally, the frozen food should be put into another
freezer. If this is not possible, wrap the food in several sheets of newspaper or
large towels and then a thick rug or blanket to keep it cool.
2. To remove melted frost from the Drain Hole, place a suitably deeply container
under it. Remove the Drain Cap on the front of the unit. Reach down into the
freezer capacity and unscrew the Drain Plug.
3. Scrape away the frost using the plastic scraper. Defrosting the remaining frost
can be sped up by placing a bowl of hot water inside the freezer compartment
cabinet and closing the door.As the solid frost loosens, scrape it away with the
plastic scraper and remove.
4. After all the water has drained away, replace the Drain Plug and then the Drain
Cap.
5. When defrosting is complete, clean your unit’s interior and exterior.
6. When the cabinet is completely clean and dry,
close the lid, switch on the freezer again and turn
the thermostat control dial to MAX.
7. Leave the unit to cool down for an hour, and
then you can start placing frozen food inside the
cabinet. Remember to turn the thermostat
control dial to 1 after 4 hours.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Defrosting
Frost may build up in the freezer compartment after it has been used for a
period of time. Scrape away the frost using a plastic scraper (included).
Do not use a metal or sharp instrument to scrape away the frost, nor
should you use any electrical appliances to aid defrosting.
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Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit
Switch off the electrical supply and remove the plug from the mains socket
before cleaning.
Interior
Note: The interior of the refrigerator should be cleaned regularly to avoid odor.
1. Remove all food from the appliance and cover to help keep cool.
2. Remove all the shelves and salad crisper carefully from the appliance and
wash in warm clean water with a soft cloth and dry thoroughly. Never
replace the shelves or salad crisper into the appliance if wet.
3. Use a soft cloth or sponge to clean the inside of the refrigerator, with two
tablespoons of baking soda and a quart of warm water. Rinse with water and
wipe clean.
4. For areas that are difcult to clean in the refrigerator (such as narrow
sandwiches, gaps or corners), it is recommended to wipe them regularly with
a soft rag, soft brush, etc. and when necessary, combined with some auxiliary
tools (such as thin sticks) to ensure no contaminant accumulation in these
areas.
5. Open the door and allow the interior to dry naturally before replacing the
shelves and salad crisper.
6. Plug in and switch on and allow the temperature in the appliance to drop
back to an adequate temperature.
7. Replace the food in the appliance.
Important: Avoid getting water into the electric components of the appliance
i.e. the thermostat, as this may damage your appliance.
Exterior
• Use a clean, soft cloth dampened in soapy water to wipe the exterior surface
of the appliance and dry thoroughly.
• Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust from underneath the appliance and
from around the compressor which is situated at the back of the appliance,
regularly to maintain adequate ventilation. Use caution not to damage the
coolant system.
Important: Do not use abrasive cloths, powders, household cleaners, bleach or
wax polish to clean the appliance as these can leave a smell in the appliance and
can damage the exterior.
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Door Seal
Check the door seal regularly to make sure there are no debris. Use a clean,
damp soft cloth to wipe the door seal and in between the creases, avoid
damaging the door seal as this will affect the performance of your appliance.
Going away
If you are going away and do not want to leave the appliance left on, switch off at
the socket and remove the plug from the mains sockets ensuring not to pull the
cord.
Remove any food and follow the cleaning instructions in this section.
Note: Leave the door ajar as this will prevent odours accumulating in the fridge
and will allow the unit to dry completely.
Power Cut
In the event of a power cut keep the appliance door closed to maintain the
temperature inside.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If your refrigerator is not working properly, it may be a minor problem, therefore
check the following.
The appliance does not operate, Check if;
• There is a power failure,
• The mains plug is not properly plugged in, or is loose
• The thermostat setting is on position “OFF”,
• The socket is defective.To check this, plug in another appliance that you know
which is working into the same socket.
The appliance performs poorly; Check if;
• You have overloaded the appliance,
• The doors are not closed perfectly,
• There are not enough ventilation ducts on the kitchen unit as mentioned in
the Installation Manual.
If there is noise;
The cooling gas which circulates in the refrigerator circuit may make a slight
noise (bubbling sound) even when the compressor is not running. Do not worry,
this is quite normal. If these sounds are different check if;
• The appliance is installed rmly as described in the Installation Manual.
• The objects on the appliance are vibrating.
If there is water in the lower part of the refrigerator;
Check if;
The drain hole for defrost water is not clogged (use defrost drain plug to clean
the drain hole).
If you are having problems with your appliance, please use our troubleshooting
guide below. If you are unable to resolve the issue using this guide please ring our
Customer Service Department on
01473 271272. Please have the model code and purchase information available.
Appliance does
not work
Mains plug is not plugged in
or is loose
Insert 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.
Temperature is set too cold or the
appliance runs at Super modes
Turn the temperature regulation
knob to a warmer setting
temporarily.
Appliance is not level. Re-adjust the feet.
The appliance is touching the
wall or other objects.
Move the appliance slightly.
Fault Possible cause Solution
Appliance freezes or
cools too much
Unusual noises
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Fuse Cover
Fuse Replacement (Class I)
This appliance must be eathed. Remove the fuse cover
with a small at head screw driver. Take out the fuse
and replace with a new fuse of the same Amp. Replace
the fuse cover and push back into place.
MAINS PLUG FUSE REPLACEMENT
DISPOSAL INFORMATION
The European Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that old household
electrical appliances must not be disposed of in normal unsorted
municipal waste.
Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimise
the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact
on human health and the environment.
The crossed out “wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of your
obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected.
Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information
concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance.
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lgenix Warranty Terms & Conditions
This product is guaranteed for a period of 12 months as standard from the date of purchase
against mechanical and electrical defects.You can extend your warranty for a further 12 months by
registering your product.
Upon registration we will cover your product for a period of 24 months from the original purchase
date against any mechanical or electrical defects.
To qualify for the warranty, the product must be used for domestic household use only and in
accordance with the instructions in the user manual.Any misuse of the product will result in the
warranty being void.
The warranty does not cover accidental damage, misuse, neglect, tampering or incorrect adjustment
or installation.
The warranty will be rendered invalid if the product is resold, has had its serial number removed
(or has an invalid serial number), or if an unauthorised person has carried out any repairs or
alterations.
The warranty does not cover accessories or consumable parts that require replacement under
normal use. This includes shelving, dials, lters, belts and trays etc.
In the unlikely event of a breakdown please refer to the Troubleshooting guide in your user manual
and check all plugs, fuses and the electricity supply.
If you still require assistance please contact our Customer Service department on
01473 271 272 or write to us at the following address:
Customer Service Department
38 Bluestem Road, Ransomes Europark
Ipswich, IP3 9RR
Please quote the Product Code which begins ‘IG’ or ‘DF’ and the Batch Code on the front of the
manual and give details of the exact fault.We will then decide whether to repair or replace the
item.
Before we arrange the repair or replacement you will be required to return a copy of your proof
of purchase. Please retain your original.
If an item is replaced within the agreed warranty period, the warranty for the replacement item will
be calculated from the purchase date of the original.
In the event that the product is inspected and no fault is found or the product is not within the
guarantee period you will be charged for the repair and any carriage costs.
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Thank you for choosing lgenix
As a valued customer we would like to offer you a FREE 2 year warranty to cover your product
against any electrical or mechanical defects.
This means that in the unlikely event you develop a fault or problem with your product we will
happily repair or replace the item free of charge.
To qualify for the 2 year warranty you must register your product within 30 days of purchase.The
full Terms & Conditions of our warranty policy are shown on the opposite page.They are also
available on our website. www.igenix.co.uk
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38 Bluestem Road, Ransomes Europark, Ipswich, IP3 9RR
Tel. 01473 271 272
Disclaimer: Igenix operate a policy of continual improvement and development.
We therefore reserve the right to change/alter the specication and appearance of our appliances without prior notice.
All diagrams and images shown in this manual are for illustration purposes only.
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