NUIAA 12 - Freezer INDESIT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL NUIAA 12 INDESIT

Operating Instructions, 1

Description of the appliance, 8

Reversible doors, 15

Start-up and use, 20

Maintenance and care, 21

Precautions and tips, 21

Operating Instructions

Before calling for Assistance:

Check if the malfunction can be solved on your own (

• If after all the checks, the appliance still does not operate or

the problem persists, call the nearest Service Centre

• type of malfunction

• appliance model (Mod.)

• serial number (S/N)

This information can be found on the data plate located on the

bottom left side of the refrigerator compartment.

Never call on unauthorized technicians and always refuse

spare parts which are not originals.

Description of the appliance

The instructions contained in this manual are applicable to

different model refrigerators. The diagrams may not directly

represent the appliance purchased. For more complex features,

consult the following pages.

2 STORAGE Compartment

3 Flap FREEZING and STORAGE Compartment

. • L’apparecchio è stato installato tra mobili o oggetti che vibranoed emettono rumori.• Il gas refrigerante interno produce un leggero rumore anchequando il compressore è fermo: non è un difetto, è normale.20

GB Installation ! Before placing your new appliance into operation please readthese operating instructions carefully. They contain importantinformation for safe use, for installation and for care of theappliance.! Please keep these operating instructions for future reference.Pass them on to possible new owners of the appliance. Positioning and connection Positioning1. Place the appliance in a well-ventilated humidity-free room.2. Do not obstruct the rear fan grills. The compressor andcondenser give off heat and require good ventilation tooperate correctly and save energy.3. Leave a space of at least 10 cm between the top part of theappliance and any furniture above it, and at least 5 cmbetween the sides and any furniture/side walls.4. Ensure the appliance is away from any sources of heat (directsunlight, electric stove, etc.).5. In order to maintain the correct distance between theappliance and the wall behind it, fit the spacers supplied inthe installation kit, following the instructions provided.Levelling1. Install the appliance on a level and rigid floor.2. If the floor is not perfectly horizontal, adjust the refrigerator bytightening or loosening the front feet.Electrical connectionsAfter the appliance has been transported, carefully place itvertically and wait at least 3 hours before connecting it to theelectricity mains. Before inserting the plug into the electricalsocket ensure the following:• The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant with the law.• The socket can withstand the maximum power of theappliance, which is indicated on the data plate located on thebottom left side of the fridge (e.g. 150 W).• The voltage must be in the range between the valuesindicated on the data plate located on the bottom left side(e.g. 220-240V).• The socket is compatible with the plug of the appliance. If thesocket is incompatible with the plug, ask an authorisedtechnician to replace it ( see Assistance ). Do not useextension cords or multiple sockets.! Once the appliance has been installed, the power supply cableand the electrical socket must be easily accessible.! The cable must not be bent or compressed.! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced byauthorised technicians only (see Assistance). ! The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety The manufacturer declines any liability should these safetymeasures not be observed.measures not be observed.measures not be observed.measures not be observed.measures not be observed. Start-up and use

Starting the appliance ! Before starting the appliance, follow the installationinstructions ( see Installation

). ! Before connecting the appliance, clean the compartments andaccessories well with lukewarm water and bicarbonate.1. Insert the plug into the socket and ensure that the red ALARMand green POWER indicator lights illuminate (theTEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob must not be on ). 2. Turn the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to the “Super”position: the yellow SUPER FREEZE indicator light willilluminate.3. When the red indicator light switches off, turn theTEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to a medium position.The freezer is now ready to be used. Using the freezer to its full potential • Use the FREEZER OPERATION knob to adjust thetemperature (see Description).• Do not re-freeze food that is defrosting or that has alreadybeen defrosted. These foods must be cooked and eaten(within 24 hours).• Fresh food that needs to be frozen must not come into contactwith food that has already been defrosted. Fresh food must bestored in the top FREEZER and STORAGE compartmentwhere the temperature drops below -18°C and guaranteesrapid freezing.• Do not place glass bottles which contain liquids, and which arecorked or hermetically sealed in the freezer because they couldbreak.• The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen each day isindicated on the data plate, which is located inside the freezer (forexample: 4 kg per 24 hours).• In order to obtain a greater amount of space in the freezercompartment, you may remove the bins (except the lowest bin)and place the food directly onto the evaporator plates.• To freeze food (if the freezer is already in operation):- For small quantities measuring less than half of the valueindicated on the data plate, turn the TEMPERATUREADJUSTMENT knob to the SUPER (rapid freezing) position(the corresponding yellow indicator light will illuminate), placethe food inside and close the door. After 24 hours, once thefreezing process is complete, turn the knob back to its normaloperating position.- For large quantities measuring over half of the maximumvalue indicated on the data plate, turn the TEMPERATUREADJUSTMENT knob to the SUPER position 24 hours beforeplacing the food you wish to freeze inside. After another 24hours, once the freezing process is complete, turn the knobback to its normal operating position.! Do not open the door during freezing.! If there is a power cut or malfunction, do not open the freezerdoor. This will help maintain the temperature inside the freezer,ensuring that foods are conserved for at least 9 -14 hours.! Warning Indicator Light. When this red warning light comes onfor a prolonged period of time, it means that the freezer is notfunctioning properly and the temperature is rising too much. (Callyour Service Centre).This warning light might come on for a brief period when:a) the door is left open for an extended period of time (when thefreezer is being loaded or unloaded).b) the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob is turned to the“Super” setting.In these two cases, the fact that the warning light comes on doesnot indicate that the freezer is malfunctioning or there is a defect. Ice

3 ice tray*The fact that they are situated on the top part of the freezerdrawers ensures greater cleanliness: the ice no longer comesinto contact with the food placed inside the freezer compartment;furthermore, the dripping of the water during filling is avoided (a lid tocover up the hole after filling with water is also provided).1. Pull out the tray by pushing it up. Check that the tray is ompletelyempty and fill it with water through the opening provided.2. Take care not to exceed the level indicated (MAX WATERLEVEL). Excess water prevents the ice cubes from dispensing(if this happens, wait for the ice to melt and empty the tray).GB

21 3. Turn the tray 90°: due to the connected compartments eachmould fills with water ( see diagram

4. Close the opening with the lid provided and put the tray back,placing the top part in the corresponding housing andallowing it to drop in again.5. When the ice has formed (minimum time approximately 8hours) knock the tray against a hard surface and wet theoutside so that the ice cubes come loose and take them outthrough the opening.WATER LEVEL MAX WATER LEVEL MAX WATER LEVEL MAX Maintenance and care

Switching the appliance off During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to disconnectthe appliance from the electricity supply:1. set the TEMPERATURE CONTROL knob on 2. pull the plug out of the socket Cleaning the appliance • The external and internal parts, as well as the rubber sealsmay be cleaned using a sponge that has been soaked inlukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda or neutral soap. Donot use solvents, abrasive products, bleach or ammonia.• The removable accessories may be soaked in warm waterand soap or dishwashing liquid. Rinse and dry them carefully.• The back of the appliance may collect dust which can beremoved by delicately using the hose of a vacuum cleaner seton medium power. The appliance must be switched off andthe plug must be pulled out before cleaning the appliance. Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours • The appliance is manufactured with hygienic materials whichare odour free. In order to maintain an odour free refrigeratorand to prevent the formation of stains, food must always becovered or sealed properly.• If you want to switch the appliance off for an extended periodof time, clean the inside and leave the doors open. Defrosting the appliance ! Follow the instructions below.Do not speed up the defrosting process by using any tools orelectrical devices other than the scraper provided, you maydamage the refrigeration circuit.. If the frost layer is greater than 5 mm, it is necessary to defrostmanually:1. The day before defrosting, turn the TEMPERATURECONTROL knob to the Superr setting (the yellow SUPERFREEZE indicator light illuminates) to further cool the food.2. After 24 hours set the TEMPERATURE CONTROL knob on , which will switch the refrigerator off.3. Wrap frozen foods in newspaper and place them in anotherfreezer or in a cool place.4. Leave the door open until the frost has melted completely.This can be made easier by placing containers with lukewarmwater in the freezer compartment.5. Certain appliances are fitted with the DRAIN SYSTEM to lead thewater outside: let the water flow into a container (see diagram). 6. Clean and dry the freezer compartment carefully beforeswitching the appliance on again.7. Wait for approximately 2 hours, i.e. until the ideal storageconditions have been restored, before placing food in the freezercompartment. Precautions and tips ! The appliance was designed and manufactured in compliancewith international safety standards. The following warnings areprovided for safety reasons and must be read carefully.This appliance complies with the following Community Directives:- 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and subsequentamendments;-89/336/EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) andsubsequent amendments;- 2002/96/CE.. General safety • The appliance was designed for domestic use inside thehome and is not intended for commercial or industrial use.• The appliance must be used to store and freeze food productsby adults only and according to the instructions in this manual.• The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even incovered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave theappliance exposed to rain and storms.• Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or moisthands and feet.• Do not touch the internal cooling elements: this could cause skinabrasions or frost/freezer burns.• When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug from themains socket, do not pull on the cable.• Before cleaning and maintenance, always switch off the * Varies by number and/or position, available only on certain models.22

GB appliance and disconnect it from the electrical supply. It is notsufficient to set the temperature adjustment knobs on (appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact.• In the case of a malfunction, under no circumstances should youattempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out byinexperienced persons may cause injury or furthermalfunctioning of the appliance.• Do not use any sharp or pointed utensils or electrical equipment -other than the type recommended by the manufacturer - insidethe frozen food storage compartments.• Do not put ice cubes taken directly from the freezer into yourmouth.• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (includingchildren) with reduced physical, sensory or lack of experienceand knowledge unless they have been given supervision orinstruction concerning use of the appliance by a personresponsible for their safety. Children should be supervised toensure that they do not play with the appliance.• Keep packaging material out of the reach of children! It canbecome a choking or suffocation hazard. Disposal • Observe local environmental standards when disposingpackaging material for recycling purposes.• The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical andElectronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that old householdelectrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normalunsorted municipal waste stream. Old appliances must becollected separately in order to optimise the recovery andrecycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impacton human health and the environment. The crossed out“wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of yourobligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it must beseparately collected. Consumers should contact their localauthority or retailer for information concerning the correctdisposal of their old appliance. Respecting and conserving the environment • Install the appliance in a fresh and well-ventilated room.Ensure that it is protected from direct sunlight and do notplace it near heat sources.• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods oropening the door too frequently in order to conserve energy.• Do not fill the appliance with too much food: cold air mustcirculate freely for food to be preserved properly. If circulationis impeded, the compressor will work continuously.• Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator. The internaltemperature will increase and force the compressor to workharder and will consume more energy.• Defrost the appliance if ice forms ( see Maintenance ). A thicklayer of ice makes cold transference to food products moredifficult and results in increased energy consumption.• Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure theyare free of debris and to prevent cold air from escaping ( see

Troubleshooting If the appliance does not work, before calling for Assistance (seeAssistance), check for a solution from the following list.The green POWER indicator light does not illuminate.• The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket, ornot far enough to make contact, or there is no power in thehouse.The WARNING Indicator light is Always On.• The door is not closed properly or has been open continuously.• The door has been opened too frequently.• The TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob is not in the correctposition.The motor runs continuously.• The TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob is in the “FastFreeze” position: the yellow FAST FREEZE indicator light is on (

). • The door is not closed properly or is continuously opened.• The outside ambient temperature is very high.• The thickness of the frost exceeds 2-3 mm ( see Maintenance

). The appliance makes a lot of noise.• The appliance has not been installed on a level surface ( see

. • The appliance has been installed between cabinets thatvibrate and make noise.• The internal refrigerant makes a slight noise even when thecompressor is off. This is not a defect, it is normal.F