FSD 29 - Freezer GRAM - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Chest Freezer
Brand	Gram
Model	FSD 29
Net Capacity	290 Liters
Dimensions (H x W x D)	85 x 60 x 60 cm
Weight	40 kg
Power Supply	230 V, 50 Hz
Energy Class	A+
Annual Energy Consumption	250 kWh
Noise Level	38 dB
Climate Class	SN-T (10°C - 43°C)
Freezing Capacity	15 kg/24h
Storage Time During Power Failure	18 hours
Temperature Control	Mechanical thermostat
Fast Freeze Function	Yes
Defrost Type	Manual
Interior Light	Yes
Cooling Agent	R600a
Door Open Alarm	No
Child Lock	No
Adjustable Feet	Yes
Spare Parts Available	Yes, from manufacturer
Repairability Index	7.5/10

Frequently Asked Questions - FSD 29 GRAM

How do I install the Gram FSD 29 freezer?

Place the freezer on a level surface in a dry, ventilated area. Leave at least 10 cm clearance around the sides and back. Allow the freezer to stand upright for 2 hours before plugging in.

What is the temperature setting recommended?

For optimal freezing, set the thermostat to -18°C. Use the fast freeze function 24 hours before adding a large amount of food.

How do I defrost the freezer?

Unplug the freezer, remove all food, and leave the door open. Place towels to absorb water. Do not use sharp tools to remove ice. Clean and dry before restarting.

Why is the freezer not cooling enough?

Check if the temperature setting is correct. Ensure the door is fully closed and the seal is intact. Clean the condenser coils if dusty. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize after adding food.

Can I store hot food in the freezer?

No, allow food to cool to room temperature before placing it in the freezer to avoid raising the internal temperature and overloading the compressor.

How do I clean the freezer?

Unplug the appliance. Use a soft cloth with mild detergent and warm water. Avoid abrasive cleaners. Rinse and dry thoroughly before plugging back in.

What is the storage time during a power failure?

The stored food will remain frozen for up to 18 hours if the door is kept closed. Do not open the door unnecessarily.

Is the freezer spare parts easily available?

Yes, Gram provides spare parts for at least 10 years after purchase. You can order through the official website or authorized service centers.

How do I adjust the feet?

Turn the adjustable feet at the base to level the freezer. Use a spirit level to ensure it is stable. This reduces vibration and noise.

Can I use an extension cord?

It is not recommended. Plug the freezer directly into a grounded outlet. If an extension cord is unavoidable, use a heavy-duty cord rated for at least 10 amps.

USER MANUAL FSD 29 GRAM

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Congratulations on your new GRAM freezer

Congratulations on your new freezer. The freezer was developed taking the different storage requirements of food items into consideration. The freezer is equipped with freezing drawers in various sizes giving room to all the little things as well as a big turkey.

To ensure that you get as much joy out of your freezer as possible, it is important that you become familiar with the freezer functions and know how to use the accessories. Please read the instructions for use carefully before setting up and using your freezer.

As these instructions apply to several freezer models, the equipment may vary from model to model.

Before using the freezer

On receipt, check to ensure that the freezer has not become damaged in transport. Transport damage should be reported to the local supplier before the freezer is put to use.

Before filling the freezer with items of food, the freezer interior should be cleaned with lukewarm water containing a mild detergent. Use a soft cloth. If the freezer has been stored in cold surroundings (colder than +5°C), it must be allowed to stabilise for at least 2 hours before being switched on.

Read more about setting up, building in, and installation on pages 12 and 13.

Contents

Important information

Transporting and moving the freezer 5

If the freezer is to remain unused for a time 5

Old refrigerators/freezers 5

Disposal 5

Product description

Using the freezer

Electronic control 23

Switching ON/OFF the freezer 23

Temperature regulation 24

Temperature inside the freezer 24

Freezing down 24

Brief temperature variations 24

Alarm

Alarm codes 9

Interrupting an alarm 9

Using the freezer and accessories

Defrosting and cleaning

Manual defrosting

Cleaning 10

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Setting up and installation

Where to place the freezer 12

Building into a kitchen element 12

Building into a refrigerator element 12

Electrical connection 13

Starting up the freezer 13

You can change the doors from right-hinged to

left-hinged or vice versa yourself 14

GRAM Service

Spare parts 16

Important information

The freezer contains the environment-friendly, non-ozone-depleting refrigerant R600a. As R600 is a flammable gas, it is important to avoid damage to the refrigerating circuit during transport and installation. If the refrigeration circuit is damaged, avoid using naked flame in the vicinity of the freezer and connecting power to the cabinet. Also make sure that there is good ventilation in the room. If you are in doubt, please contact your supplier.

Transporting and moving the freezer

The freezer must always be moved in the vertical position. The freezer must not be tilted more than approx. 40°. If the freezer has been tilted more than 40°, the power supply must not be connected until the appliance has stood upright for at least two hours.

If the freezer is to remain unused for a time

If the freezer is to remain unused for a time, e.g. in a summerhouse, switch it off by pressing the switch ☐ (2) and disconnecting the power supply to the cabinet and possibly pulling the plug out of the wall socket. Empty, defrost and clean the freezer. Leave the freezer door slightly ajar. This will prevent bad smells in the cabinet.

Warning

Old refrigerators and freezers are often fitted with complicated latches that can only be opened from the outside. If you have an old unit like this stored away somewhere, or if you scrap it, remember to destroy the latch to prevent children from being exposed to danger by getting locked inside the unit.

Note! Please also observe the environmental rules on disposal.

Disposal

If a freezer is to be disposed of, this must be done in an environmentally correct way, in accordance with current rules on disposal.

Please observe the environmental rules on disposal. There might be special requirements/conditions to be observed.

Information on disposal can be obtained from:

• Gram A/S
• Your white-goods supplier
• Authorities (the local council, Ministry of the Environment, etc.)

Product description

The freezer is intended for use in a normal household. It is designed for temperature class SN in accordance with European standard EN 153. This means that the freezer will run best at

a room temperature of +10°C to +32°C. The appliance is a four-star freezer approved for freezing down and storing frozen items of food.

Using the freezer

Electronic control

The freezer is equipped with electronic control. The control panel is concealed behind the freezer door. The freezer has been factory-set to operate at optimum temperature, i.e. -18°C. If you wish to change the preset temperature, the new setting will be stored in the electronic control. In case of power failure, the control will remember the latest setting when power to the cabinet is restored.

The electronic control has the following functions:

• ON/OFF switch function
• Display of the real temperature inside the freezer's chamber
• Setting the temperatures in the freezer's chamber
• Quick freezing
• Adjustment of the display contrast
• Acoustic and visual signalling of alarms

• Visual signalling with use of LEDs of switched on functions

• Freezer's ON switching pushbutton

• Freezer's OFF switching pushbutton
• Green light-emitting LED signalling that the freezer's chamber has been switched on
• "FREEZE" pushbutton
  5,6 Display showing the set temperature, time of quick freezing, and alarm status codes
  7,8 Pushbutton adjust the temperature inside the freezer's chamber
• Function pushbutton for activating quick freezing and adjusting the light on the display
• Blue light-emitting LED signalling that the quick freezing has been switched on

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Switching ON/OFF the freezer

Switching ON the freezer: press and hold the pushbutton (1). The operation of switching on the freezer is signalled by the green light-emitting LED (3), and the real temperature inside the freezer's chamber shall be shown on the display. Switching OFF the freezer: press and hold the pushbutton (2).

Temperature regulation

The temperature in the freezer's chamber can be set within the range from -23°C up to -16°C. When pressing and holding the FREEZE pushbutton (4), the set temperature shall be shown on the display. When pressing the pushbutton (7) ▲ or pushbutton ▼▼(8) it is possible to modify setting of the temperature inside the freezer.

Every pressing of the pushbutton shall activate a brief acoustic signal. In case of the power supply failure or disconnecting the power supply to the freezer, the control will keep in the memory the latest settings after the power supply has been restored.

Temperature inside the freezer

The set and displayed temperatures are the freezer's average temperatures. It should be remembered that the following, among others, impact the temperature of the freezer chamber: the temperature of the environment, the level to which the chamber is filled with food products, frequency of the door being opened, the level of frost on cooling elements inside. In an event of a significant change in any of the above listed factors, the temperature of the freezer should be set appropriately, e.g., if the temperature of the environment is low, lower the freezer temperature and wait 24 hours.

Quick freezing

Quick freezing at a low temperature is important to maintain the quality of the food products. Quick freezing is activated by pressing and holding the function button (9) and pressing the FREEZE pushbutton (4). The blue light-emitting LED (10) switches on signalling activation of the quick freezing function. You can chose between freezing in 24 or 48 hours:

- by holding the function button (9) and pressing once the FREEZE pushbutton (4) you switch on the 24-hours quick freezing function and "24" is shown on the display,

- by holding the function pushbutton (9) and pressing twice the FREEZE pushbutton (4) you switch on the 48-hours quick freezing function and "48" is shown on the display,

- the next pressing of the pushbutton (4) switches off the quick freezing function and switches off the blue light-emitting LED.

The quick freeze function will be automatically disabled after 24 or 48 hours. After pressing the quick freezing function pushbutton, the indication “24” or “48” is displayed for 5 seconds. Afterwards the real temperature inside the freezer’s chambers will be shown on the display. It is recommended to switch on the quick freezing function (24 or 48 hours) for approximately 2 hours before loading the freezer’s chamber with large quantities of the food products.

Brief temperature variations

Brief temperature variations are normal and may occur when for example the fresh food products are stored in the freezer or when the door is open for a longer time.

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These variations will not affect the food products and the temperature will quickly return to the set-point level.

When the door of the freezer's chamber is open for more than 2 minutes the display will show E4 alarm and the acoustic alarm will be activated.

Display brightness adjustment

By pressing and holding the pushbutton (9) and

- pressing at the same time the pushbutton ▲(7), the display brightness increases,

- pressing at the same time the pushbutton

(8), the display brightness decreases.

When adjusting the display brightness, the display shows the following indications:

1.8 - minimum brightness
2.8 - medium brightness
3.8 - maximum brightness (manufacturer's setting).

Alarms

Normal use of the freezer may cause different situations leading to interruption of various functions and unstable operation of the entire equipment as a consequence. These interruptions are shown on the display as the alarm code (an E followed by a number) and signalled by the acoustic alarm.

In case there will be several faults the alarm codes shall be displayed in turn.

Alarm codes

E2 – temperature sensor fault in the freezer's chamber
E4 - door is open
E5 – too high temperature inside the freezer's chamber
E6 - too high temperature after the

power failure

E2

The temperature sensors has been damaged. Call technical service. The built-in emergency program maintains the admissible temperature until the fault will be eliminated by the authorized technical service.

E4

The door of the freezer's chamber has been opened for more than 2 minutes. The alarm code disappears when the door is closed.

E5

The temperature inside the freezer's chamber has been exceeding the set temperature for more than 2 hours.

E6

There has been the power supply failure. The power supply has been disconnected from the freezer and the temperature inside the freezer's chamber is too high.

Interrupting an alarm

The acoustic alarm can always be interrupted by opening the door and/or pressing any push-button.

The alarm code E3 - E6 can be cancelled by pressing for 7-8 seconds at the same time the push-buttons ▲ (7) and ▼(8).

The exception: in case of the alarm E1 it is possible to cancel the alarm only after replacing damaged sensors.

In case the display shows symbols E5 or E6, it is possible to monitor the maximum temperature recorded by the control system by pressing the buttons 9 and/or 10. If the alarm is caused by a more permanent defect the alarm code will appear again but without the acoustic alarm. In such cases please contact Gram Service Center.

Using the freezer and accessories

The whole of the freezer can be used for freezing down and for the long-term storage of frozen items of food. In

addition, the freezer comes equipped with a freezing tray for berries, etc.

Defrosting and cleaning

Manual defrosting

It is recommended to defrost the freezer at least once a year.

Stop the compressor by pressing button ☐ (2) and disconnecting the power supply to the freezer.

Remove all items from the freezer. To keep them as cold as possible during defrost, they can be placed in the refrigerator. Place a bowl containing hot water (not boiling) in the freezer. Pull out the drain spout (10) and place a bowl under it to receive defrost water. When the ice has melted, clean out the freezer using water and a mild washing-up liquid. Dry the freezer with a soft cloth.

Warning

It is dangerous to use electrical apparatus, knives or sharp objects to accelerate defrost.

Cleaning

Stop the compressor by pressing button ☐ (2) and disconnecting the power supply to the freezer.

The freezer is best cleaned using a weak soap solution and a soft cloth. Never use cleaning agents that scour. Clean the sealing strip around the door regularly to prolong its life. Use only clean water for cleaning the sealing strip.

The plastic parts of the cabinet cannot withstand boiling water (max. 85°C). It is important to prevent water from getting into the control panel

Remove dust and threads from the compressor compartment at the back of the freezer with a vacuum cleaner. Connect the current and restart the freezer by pressing start button ☐ (1).

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Cleaning of doors in stainless steel or aluminium

Stainless steel or aluminium doors on GRAM products can, with advantage, be cleaned with a spray and a soft cloth. There are a number of different spraying agents for this purpose on the market. We recommend that you contact your usual white goods supplier for advise on the advantages and disadvantages of the individual products. However, we would point out that

Setting up and installation

Where to place the freezer

For safety reasons the freezer must not be installed outdoors; it must be placed in a dry room. Never place the appliance close to sources of heat such as cookers or radiators, and avoid placing it in direct sunlight. The surface on which the appliance is placed must be plane. Do not use a frame or similar. The small wheels mounted at the rear of the freezer make it easy to place it in the required position.

The freezer can stand freely on the floor or be built into a kitchen element or a refrigerator element.

It is important that the appliance stands completely level and that there is good air circulation over, under and around it. The freezer can be adjusted by turning the four adjusting screws on the plinth. After adjustment, the feet

and the two rear wheels must be in contact with the surface on which the appliance stands.

The illustrations show how to create sufficient air circulation around the cabinet. The dimensions give the actual size of openings. The circulation area must be at least 200 cm ² .

Building into a kitchen element

When building into a kitchen element ensure that there is sufficient ventilation around the freezer to dissipate heat from the compressor. The appliance can stand direct on the floor or on its plinth. (11)

Building into a refrigerator element

Building into a refrigerator element follows the same principle as shown in 11 (12).

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Electrical connection

The appliance is intended for connection to alternating current. The connection values for voltage (V) and frequency (Hz) are given on the nameplate in the cabinet. Power must be connected via a wall socket with switch. The wall socket should be easily accessible.

All earthing requirements stipulated by the local electricity authority must be observed.

The appliance plug and wall socket should then give correct earthing. If in doubt, contact your local supplier or an authorised electrician.

WARNING

The flexible cord (mains lead) fitted to this appliance has three cores for use with a 3-pin 13-amp or 3-pin 15-amp plug.

If a BS 1363 (13-amp) fused plug is used, it should be fitted with a 13-amp fuse.

IMPORTANT

The cores in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

These colours might not correspond with the colour markings identifying the terminals in your plug.

Proceed as follows:

Connect the GREEN-AND-YELLOW core to the plug terminal marked „E” or by an earth symbol, or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW. Connect the BLUE core to the plug terminal marked „N” or coloured BLACK. Connect the BROWN core to the plug terminal marked „L” or coloured RED.

Starting up the freezer

Start the freezer by plugging into a wall socket.

If the mains lead has been damaged, it must be replaced with a corresponding type supplied by Gram Domestic A/S or a Gram Domestic service centre.

The freezer incorporates a „stand-by function” and in the display two horizontal lines indicate that the power supply has been connected.

Start the freezer by pressing the start button ☐ (1). After approx. 5 seconds, the green light emitting diode (3) lights to indicate that the freezer is on. The actual temperature in the freezer is shown on the display.

You can change the doors from right-hinged to left-hinged or vice versa yourself

Illustrations 13-18 show how easy it is to change the doors from right-hinged to left-hinged - or vice versa. (Changing the door from left-hinged to right-hinged is done in the same way, but opposite).

The freezer must be switched off and emptied completely.

• Remove the two screws in the hinge top on the righthand side of the cabinet. (13)
• Lift the freezer door slightly and take the door and upper hinge off by pulling the door towards you.
• Remove the dummy hinge from the opposite side by unscrewing the two screws. (14)
• Reverse the dummy hinge and refit it on the opposite side of the cabinet using two screws.
• Tilt the freezer to an angle of max. 45° and unscrew the bottom hinge. This is done by removing the two screws holding the bottom hinge on the cabinet underside. (15)
• Remove the bottom dummy

hinge in the opposite side in the same way as the upper dummy hinge was removed. (16)

• Reverse the dummy hinge and refit it on the opposite side of the cabinet.
• Reverse the upper righthand hinge and refit it in the lower lefthand corner of the cabinet.
• Place the cabinet in the vertical position again.
• Dismount the door handle by removing the screws. (17)
• Reverse the lower righthand hinge and refit it on the top part of the door in the left side
• of the cabinet. Push the door into position and slide the upper hinge into the upper lefthand hinge casing. Tighten the two screws. Remember to adjust the hinges.
• Remove the screws on the righthand side of the door and screw them onto the left side of the door. Use the screws from the left side to attach the handle to the righthand edge of the door. (18)

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Spare parts

When ordering spare parts, please give the freezer type and number. This information is given on the nameplate inside the cabinet.

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