DFU1781FN - Freezer DE DIETRICH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DFU1781FN DE DIETRICH

DEAR CUSTOMER, Discovering De Dietrich products is experiencing unique emotions that only valuable objects can produce. The appeal is immediate at first glance. The quality of the design is illustrated by the timeless aesthetics and the meticulous finishes that make each object elegant and refined in perfect harmony with each other. Then comes the urge to touch. De Dietrich design is based on robust and prestigious materials; authenticity is favored. By combining the most advanced technology with noble materials, De Dietrich ensures the creation of high quality products at the service of the culinary art, a passion shared by all kitchen lovers. We wish you a lot of satisfaction in using this new appliance and will be happy to receive your suggestions and answer your questions. We invite you to express them to our customer service or on our website. We invite you to register your product on www.de-dietrich.com to enjoy the benefits of the brand. Thank you for your confidence. Find out all the information on the brand on: www.de-dietrich.com Important: Before switching on your appliance, please read this user guide carefully in order to familiarise yourself more quickly with its operation. SAFETY This appliance complies with the European directives. SAFETY GUIDELINES For your safety and in order to use your appliance correctly, carefully read these instructions (including the warnings and useful advice), before installation and first use. To avoid damaging the appliance and unnecessary injury, it is important that the persons who use the appliance fully understand how it works and the safety instructions. Always keep these instructions close to the appliance so that they can accompany it in the event of resale or a change of house. In this way, the appliance will continue to function optimally and any risk of injury will be avoided. The manufacturer shall not be held liable in the event of misuse of the appliance.

GENERAL SAFETY AND WARNINGS

This appliance is exclusively intended for domestic use in private households. It may only be used in a roofed, enclosed and heated environment such as a kitchen or any other room fulfilling these conditions. Its use on shared or professional premises such as in an office or workshop break room, a camp site building, or a hotel, etc., does not comply with the use defined by the manufacturer. WARNING! Keep your appliance away from any source of flame during installation, servicing and use. The symbol in the margin which is found on the rear of your appliance, means that there are inflammable materials in this area. The refrigerating and insulating agents used in this appliance contain inflammable gases. When transporting, installing and servicing the appliance, make sure that none of the components of the cooling circuit are damaged. If the cooling circuit is damaged: Avoid naked flames and all sources of inflammation. Ventilate the room in which the appliance is installed. Installation safety Your appliance must be installed and, if necessary, secured and used in accordance with the instructions in this manual in order to avoid any risks due to poor installation. Maintain clear of obstruction ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure. It is dangerous to change the composition of this model in any way whatsoever. Ensure that the power cord is not trapped or damaged when you position your appliance. Any damage to the power cord may result in a short circuit and/or electrocution. If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales service department or a similarly qualified person, so as to avoid danger. Do not place multiple plugs or portable power supply units behind the appliance. For models fitted with a water dispenser or an ice compartment, only fill or connect using a supply of drinking water. Safety of vulnerable persons This appliance may be used by children aged 8 years or more and by people with physical, sensual or metal deficits and lacking experience or knowledge of the device provided that they are correctly supervised or have been provided with instructions regarding the safe use of the appliance and provided that the risks present have been fully understood. Children must not play with the appliance. Children must not clean and maintain the appliance without supervision. Children aged 3 to 8 are allowed to load and unload refrigeration appliances. Keep all the packaging materials out of the reach of children, as they can cause suffocation. Safety of use Do not damage the refrigerating circuit. Do not use any mechanical or other means, other than those recommended by the manufacturer, to speed up the defrosting process. Do not use any electric appliances inside the compartment for food, unless they are of a type recommended by the manufacturer. Do not store any explosive substances, such as aerosols containing inflammable propellant gases, inside the appliance. Food safety To avoid contaminating food, follow the instructions below: Leaving the door open for long periods of time may significantly raise the temperature in the appliance compartments. Regularly clean any surfaces that may come into contact with food and accessible drain systems. Clean water containers if they have not been used for 48 hours. Properly rinse the water distribution system connected to a fresh water network if no water has been drawn off for five days. Store raw meat and fish in the appropriate refrigerator compartments so that the latter products are not in contact with other food and do not drip onto other food. The "two star" compartments for frozen foods are suitable for storing food that is already frozen, for storing or making ice cream and ice cubes. The "one, two and three star" compartments are not suitable for freezing fresh foods. If the refrigerator remains empty for an extended period of time, switch it off, defrost it, clean it, dry it and leave the door open to prevent any mould from forming inside the appliance. DISPOSAL This symbol indicates that this product should not be treated as household waste. Only dispose of the appliance in certified collection centres. Your appliance contains a large amount of recyclable material. It is marked with this label to indicate the used appliances must be disposed of in certified collection points. Contact your town hall or your retailer for the used appliance collection points closest to your home. This way, the appliance recycling organised by your manufacturer will be done under the best possible conditions, in compliance with European Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment. This appliance’s packing materials are also recyclable. Help recycle it and protect the environment by dropping it off in the municipal receptacles provided for this purpose. In accordance with the most recent legislative provisions applying to the protection and respect for the environment, your appliance does not contain any CFCs, but a refrigerant called R600a. The exact type of coolant gas used in your appliance is clearly shown on the ID plate inside the fridge part of your appliance, at the foot of the left-hand side panel. R600a is a non-polluting gas that does not harm the ozone layer and hardly contributes to the greenhouse effect at all. Used appliances must be immediately made unusable. Disconnect the power cord and cut it as close to the appliance as possible. Inhibit the closing mechanism of the door or, even better, detach the door, so that children or pets cannot remain enclosed inside the appliance when playing. ECODESIGN To access the data on your model, stored in the product database in line with regulation (EU) 2019/2016 and data relating to energy labelling, please connect to the dedicated website at https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/ Find the reference of your appliance on the website by entering the service reference shown on the ID plate on your appliance. Another way to access this information is to flash the QR code found on the energy label on your product. Layout and presentation of your appliance

Your appliance was designed and tested to optimise its energy use. The proposed layout represents the ideal solution for achieving ideal energy consumption and optimum food storage. This illustration is only for hinting, the detail please check your appliance. You can only keep your food in good condition and optimise your energy consumption by following the instructions in this installation and user guide. Energy-saving measures In order to reduce the power consumption of your appliance:

Install it in a suitable location (see "Installing your appliance"). Leave the doors open for the shortest time possible. Never put hot food in the fridge or the freezer, and in particular soups and other preparations that release a lot of steam. Check that your appliance is working correctly and do not allow too much ice to accumulate in the freezer (defrost when the ice is more than 5-6 mm thick). Clean the condenser on a regular basis. Regularly check the door seals and make sure that the doors can be closed properly. If this is not the case, contact after-sales service. Do not adjust the temperature too low. Storing food Here are some rules you should follow:

Maintain the cold chain and select "Booster" mode at least 6 hours before coming home with groceries (if your model has it). Keep home-made food in the refrigerator after first taking care to leave it to cool. Make sure that your appliance is set to the recommended temperatures shown below. The temperatures for every compartment are recommended to optimise storing food and avoid any waste. Area Type of compartment Recommended temperature Frozen food compartments 0 star compartment (depending on model) 0°C 1 star compartment (depending on model) -6°C 2 star compartment (depending on model) -12°C 3 star compartment (depending on model) -18°C 4 star freezer drawers/shelves (depending on model) -18°C

Place the food in the locations recommended in the tables below. Freezer compartments Logos & Markings Type of food 0 star compartment To store sorbet for a few hours and make ice cubes. This compartment is not suitable for freezing fresh food. 1 star compartment To store frozen products for a few hours and make ice cubes. This compartment is not suitable for freezing fresh food. To store frozen products for a few days, make ice cream and ice cubes. This compartment is not suitable for freezing fresh food. To store frozen products for a few weeks/months and make ice cubes. This compartment is not suitable for freezing fresh food. To freeze food and store: - Meat, fish (lower drawer/shelf). - Vegetables, chips (intermediate drawer/shelf). - Ice cream, fruit, ready-made dishes (upper drawer/shelf) 2 star compartment 3 star compartment 4 star freezer drawers/shelves INSTALLATION Care before installation Before installing the appliance and connecting it to the power, wash the interior and all internal accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a brand new product, then dry thoroughly. Never use detergents or abrasive cleaners, they will damage the inside coating.

When using the appliance for the first time or after a period of non-use, before putting the food in the compartment let the appliance run at least two hours on the higher settings. Location Warning! Never expose the appliance to a naked flame. Install the appliance in a dry and well ventilated place. The appliance should be located far from heat sources like radiators, boilers, sunlight, etc. Your appliance is designed to function optimally at a given ambient temperature. In this case, it is said to be designed for a particular "climate class". The climate class is clearly shown on the ID plate (see the "Contact" chapter). The freezer may not maintain satisfactory inside temperatures if it operates outside of the temperature limits set for the "climate class" it is designed for. Ensure that the chosen location is compliant with these temperature limits:

Ambient temperature This refrigeration appliance is designed for use at ambient temperatures between 10°C and 32°C This refrigeration appliance is designed for use at ambient temperatures between 10°C and 38°C This refrigeration appliance is designed for use at ambient temperatures between 10°C and 43°C This refrigeration appliance is designed for use at ambient temperatures between 16°C and 32°C This refrigeration appliance is designed for use at ambient temperatures between 16°C and 38°C This refrigeration appliance is designed for use at ambient temperatures between 16°C and 43°C Based on the above, avoid locating your appliance on balconies, verandas, terraces, in garages, etc. Excessively high temperature in summer and excessively low temperatures in winter can prevent it from functioning properly and therefore properly conserving food. Appliance levelling is achieved by adjusting one or more adjustable feet located under the unit (refer to the "Levelling the appliance" section). If your appliance is fitted with casters, then remember that they should only be used for short movements. Do not move the appliance over long distances on its casters. How to reverse the door

Ensure the unit is unplugged and empty. To take the door off, it is necessary to tilt the unit backwards. You should rest the unit on something solid so that it will not slip during the door reversing process. All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door. Do not lay the unit flat as this may damage the coolant system. It’s better that 2 people handle the unit during assembly. Refer to the drawing below Installation Kits for installation *Depending on models Tools needed Installation instructions

1. Ensure the size of cabinet is enough for proper ventilation.

2. Install the side cover gasket on the side where the door opens, to close the gap between

the appliance and the wooden cabinet. Attach the top cover bracket to the appliance.

*Depending on models

3. Carefully slide the appliance into the cabinet. Make sure the opening side of the door is as

close as possible to the cabinet wall.

*Depending on models

4. Do not plug in the appliance. Fix the top cover bracket and feet to the cabinet.

5. Screw a guide into the holes on the appliance side. Insert the sliding rail into the guide and

screw it to the door. Unscrew the guide to screw the last screw of the sliding rail to the door. Then attach the sliding rail cover to the sliding rail. Screw the guide back onto the unit by inserting the slide. Levelling the appliance Choose a place to install the appliance on a flat surface. If the appliance is not level, the doors will not be correctly aligned and compartment sealing will not be ensured. Electrical connections Warning! It must be possible to unplug the appliance from the mains power, so the plug must remain easy to access after installation.

The electric connections must meet the applicable standards and be capable of withstanding the maximum power shown on the ID plate. The power plug must be easily accessible and out of the reach of children. For your safety this appliance must be earthed. If the power plug is not earthed, consult a qualified electrician to connect your appliance in line with applicable regulations. Do not use extensions, adapters or multiple plugs. Do not place multiple plugs or portable power supply units behind the appliance. The manufacturer declines all liability if the above-mentioned safety precautions are not complied with. If in doubt, refer to your reseller. USE & TIPS "COLD AREA" indicator The sign opposite can be found in your freezer. It clearly shows the coldest zone of your appliance, where the temperature is lower than or equal to +4°C. A temperature gauge in this zone allows you to check the settings of your freezer. Adjust the thermostat

Temperature correct Warning! If the door of the freezer is left open for too long, the temperature inside the freezer will rise. Check the temperature gauge within 30 seconds after opening the door to make sure that the reading is correct. Temperature setting Control Panel Buttons 3 – Press 3 to select Eco mode 5 – Press 5 to adjust the temperature of the freezer: -16, -18, -20, -22, -24°C, and to activate the Super freeze mode Lights 1 – Show the temperature of the freezer 2 – Super freeze mode light 4 – Alarm light: appears when there is an error on one of the components such as defrost heater, compressor or when the sensor is no longer connected 6 – Eco mode light Setting

• Press Mode button (#3 on control panel drawing) to select the mode wanted.
• Press Freezer button (#5 on control panel drawing) to adjust the setting temperature. The temperature of the freezer is automatically set at -18°C. Super freeze mode This mode allows you to freeze fresh cooked food faster, and is also useful when a large quantity of food is inserted at the same time, after fresh or frozen food purchase for example. It is necessary to activate this mode 24 hours before placing the food or, if not done, at least 4 hours before. After 54 hours, the appliance automatically returns to the previous setting.
• Scroll through the different temperatures until the wanted temperature for the Super freeze mode appears.
• Press and hold the Freezer button (#5 on the control panel drawing) while the displayed temperature is flashing, to activate the mode. A buzzer sounds the mode is set.
• Press the button until you return to the temperature at which you set the Super freeze mode. The Super freeze light (# 2 on the control panel drawing) appears next to the temperature, the mode is set. During this mode:
• Eco mode cannot be selected.
• It can be disabled manually, but it must be kept active for at least 24 hours. To disable Super freeze mode press and hold the Freezer button again. When disabled, the selected setting values will proceed. Eco mode During periods of less frequent use or absence from home, such as holidays, Eco program can provide optimum temperature while saving power. Push Mode button (#3 on control panel drawing) until Eco symbol appears. Buzzer will sound mode will be set.
• Temperature light (#1) will show "E".
• Eco symbol and E will light until mode finishes. During this mode:
• Temperature may be adjusted.
• Super freeze mode can be selected, but Eco mode is automatically cancelled.
• To disable, press Mode button. When Eco mode will be disabled, the selected setting values will proceed.

Screen saving mode This mode saves energy by switching off all control panel lighting when the panel is left inactive. Screen saver mode will be activated automatically after 30 seconds.

• If you press any button while the lighting of the control panel is off, the current settings will reappear on the display to let you make any change you wish.
• If you do not cancel the screen saving mode or press any button for 30 seconds, control panel remains off. To disable the Screen saving mode
• Press any button to activate the keys and then press and hold the Mode button (#3 on control panel drawing) for 3 seconds.
• To reactivate Screen saving mode, press and hold the Mode button (#3 on control panel drawing) for 3 seconds. Door open alarm
• The alarm will sound when door is left open for a long time. It switches off when door is closed. Daily use Your freezer is equipped with shelves and drawers with logos to help you store your food in the right place. Twist Ice This equipment makes it easier to make and remove ice cubes than a conventional ice cube tray.

Pull the white drawer out of the Twist Ice Fill it with water to the level indicated Put back the white drawer in the Twist Ice When ice cubes are formed, turn the buttons to drop the ice cubes into the ice cube compartment Pull out the ice cube compartment to pick them up Removing Twist Ice

Remove the glass shelves from the freezer Remove the Twist Ice by moving it on the shelf to the left or right Remarks

Do not fill the ice cube compartment with water to make ice cubes, as this may break it It is possible to remove the Twist Ice to use more freezer space Moving the Twist Ice may be difficult when the freezer is operating. In this case, it should be cleaned by removing the glass shelves Hints and Tips

This freezer is a domestic appliance suited for freezing foodstuffs such as fruits, vegetables, meats, etc. Do not use it as a specialised appliance for storing products that require storage in line with strict temperature rules, like medicines, etc. We recommend placing food in sealed containers before storing them in the freezer. Never place food right next to the air outlet as this could impede the airflow and freeze the food. Never place volatile, inflammable or explosive liquids like solvents, alcohol, acetone or petrol in the freezer. There is a risk ok explosion. Never leave the door open longer than necessary. Ice cubes This appliance can accept one or more ice cube trays for making ice cubes. Freezing tips To help you optimise the freezing process, here are some important tips:

The maximum amount of food that you can freeze every 24 hours can be found on the ID plate. The freezing process takes 24 hours. Do not add any more food to freeze during this time. Only freeze good quality, fresh and properly washed food. Prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make it possible to subsequently thaw only the quantity required. Wrap up the food in aluminium foil or polyethylene food wraps which are airtight. Do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch the food which is already frozen to avoid raising their temperature. Iced products, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, may cause frost burns to the skin. We recommend labelling and dating each frozen package. To obtain ice cubes faster, we recommend placing the ice cube trays in the top drawer. Thawing food Before eating, frozen or deep frozen food may be thawed in the refrigerator compartment or at ambient temperature, depending on the time available. Some food may also be cooked directly when taken out of the freezer, while it is still frozen. In this case, cooking will take longer. Important! In the event of accidental thawing, caused for example by a power break, quickly eat the thawed food. Never refreeze thawed food. Warning! No thawed food may be replaced in the freezer. Place it in the refrigerator then eat it quickly. Refreezing a thawed product encourages the spread of bacteria. This may become a health hazard if the bacteria that spreads are pathogens, as these may cause more or less serious food poisoning depending on the type of bacteria involved. If any doubt, cook the food involved. Hints for the storage of frozen food To guarantee optimum performance, comply with the following instructions:

Ensure that frozen food has been stored correctly by the food retailer. Ensure that frozen food is quickly carried from the retailer to your freezer. Do not open the door too often or avoid leaving the door open longer than necessary. Once thawed, food will deteriorate rapidly and should never be refrozen. Do not exceed the storage states shown on the food. CARE & CLEANING Warning! Always unplug your appliance before any maintenance work. Never pull on the power cord, but only on the plug itself. Cleaning For hygiene reasons, regularly clean the appliance (sidewalls and interior and exterior accessories). Important! Ethereal oils and organic solvents can damage plastic parts, e.g. lemon juice, butyric acid or acetic acid.

Do not allow such substances to come into contact with appliance parts. Do not use any abrasive cleansers. Remove food from the appliance. Store it in a cool place and keep well covered. Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and lukewarm water with a diluted white vinegar or bicarbonate of soda solution. Do not wash the accessories in a dishwasher. After cleaning them, rinse surfaces with clear water and dry them. After everything is dry, plug the appliance back into the plug. Make sure that no water enters the lamp housing and other electrical components. Clean the condenser with a brush at least twice a year. This will help you to save energy costs and increase productivity. Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Replacing the light This product contains a light source whose the energy efficiency class is F. The light inside the fridge uses a LED. To replace it, please contact your after sales service or an approved technician. You will find all the information you need to contact our authorized technicians and our after-sales service in the “CONTACTS & INFORMATION” section. Troubleshooting Warning! If there is any anomaly, unplug your appliance. Only a qualified electrician or competent person may carry out troubleshooting. If there is any anomaly during operation, check the following points before calling our approved after sales service or a qualified professional. ERROR TYPE MEANING WHY

E01 Sensor warning Call Service for assistance as soon as possible. E02 Sensor warning Call Service for assistance as soon as possible. E03 Sensor warning Call Service for assistance as soon as possible. E06 Sensor warning Call Service for assistance as soon as possible. E07 Sensor warning Call Service for assistance as soon as possible. E08 Low voltage warning Power supply to the device has dropped to below 170V. - This is not a device failure, this error helps to prevent damages to the compressor. - The voltage needs to be increased back to required levels. If this warning continues, an authorised technician needs to be contacted. E09 Freezer compartment is not cold enough Likely to occur after long term power failure.

1. Set the freezer temperature to a colder

value or set Super freeze mode. This should remove the error code once the required temperature has been reached. Keep doors closed to improve time taken to reach the correct temperature.

2. Remove any products which have

thawed/defrosted during this error. They must be eaten within a short period of time.

3. Do not add any fresh food into the freezer

compartment until the correct temperature has been reached and the error remains. If this warning continues an authorised technician needs to be contacted.

Some noises may be heard during normal appliance operation (compressor operating cycle, automatic defrosting, circulation of the refrigerating gas through the appliance, etc.).

If you cannot find the cause of the anomaly, only call our approved after sales service or a qualified professional. CONTACTS & INFORMATION Customer Relations For more information about our products or to contact us, please: Visit our website: www.de-dietrich.com Servicing and repairs, Any repairs to your appliance must be made by a qualified professional accredited to work on the brand. When making contact, mention the complete reference of your appliance (model, type, serial number). This information is provided on the ID plate located at the bottom left of the freezer (above the shelf or behind the crisper). Reference Serial number Type Model Service Reference You can find a list of approved service centres on our website www.de-dietrich.com This website also allows access to information on spare parts. Original replacement parts During servicing, ask for only original spare parts to be used. The minimum length of time for making available spare parts listed in European Regulation 2019-2019-EU and accessible especially to the appliance user is 10 years under the terms set out in the above regulation. Guarantee Please contact your reseller to benefit from the guarantee. The manufacturer does not offer any commercial guarantee for the refrigeration appliance.