TCH437E - Freezer THOMSON - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL TCH437E THOMSON

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MODE D'EMPLOI

SCHÉMA DE L'APPAREIL (Fig. 1)

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INSCHAKELEN VAN HET APPARAAT

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DIAGRAM OF THE APPLIANCE (Fig. 1)

A. Handle.
B. Side motor cooling grille.
C. Gasket.
D. Separator.
E. Defrost water drain plug.
F. Control panel.

INSTALLATION

• Unpack the appliance.
• Remove the 5 spacers inserted between the door and the appliance. (Fig. 3)
• Make sure the defrost water drain plug (if provided) is correctly positioned (E).
• For optimum appliance operation and to avoid damage when the door is opened, leave a space of at least 7 cm from the rear wall and 7 cm at the sides. (Fig. 4)
  • Fit the accessories (if provided).
• Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.

DIAGRAM OF THE CONTROL PANEL (Fig. 2)

a. Red LED: when flashing, it indicates that an alarm condition is present see TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE.
b. Green LEDs: they indicate that the appliance is in operation, and the temperature has been set as follows:

b1 less cold temperature (right light on), use this setting with partial loads will optimise energy consumption.
b2 middle temperature (centre light on)
b3 very cold temperature (left light on)

ALL Green LEDs ON: FAST FREEZING function is active; see the section "freezing fresh food".

c. Temperature setting button: to adjust the set temperature and to activate/deactivate the fast freezing operations.

To select the desired temperature, repeatedly press the setting button (3): each time the button is pressed, the set temperature is updated.

To activate/deactivate fast freezing function, pressing for approximately 3 seconds: all green LEDs flash simultaneously 3 times and then remain lit.

Note: The settings will be saved in the memory even if a power cut occurs. The time needed for the temperature inside the freezer to reach the set value, can vary depending on climatic conditions and the set temperature itself.

SWITCHING ON THE APPLIANCE

• Plug in the appliance.
• The green LED lights up (middle temperature).
• The red LED flashes to indicate that the temperature inside the appliance is not yet sufficiently low for food storage. The red LED will normally switch off within the first six hours after the appliance is switched on.
• Place food inside the product only when the red LED has switched off.

Note: As the seal is tight, the appliance lid cannot be reopened immediately after closing. Wait a few minutes before re-opening the lid of the appliance.

- This appliance features "skin condenser" technology: the condensing unit is integrated into the walls of the freezer. For this reason the side and front walls

of the product may become hot while the product is running. This is entirely normal and also reduces the risk of condensation forming in particularly critical environmental conditions (see paragraph "Troubleshooting guide").

FREEZING FOOD

Preparation of fresh food for freezing

• Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil, cling film, air and water-tight plastic bags, polyethylene containers with lids, provided they are suitable for freezing foods.
• Food must be fresh, mature and of prime quality in order to obtain high quality frozen food.
• Fresh vegetables and fruit should preferably be frozen as soon as they are picked to maintain the full original nutritional value, consistency, colour and flavour.
  • Always leave hot food to cool before placing in the appliance.

Freezing fresh food

- Place foods to be frozen in direct contact with the walls of appliance:

A) - foods to be frozen,
B) - foods already frozen.

• Avoid placing foods to be frozen in direct contact with food already frozen.

• For best and fastest freezing, foods should be split into small portions; this will also be useful when the frozen items are to be used.

• At least 24 hours before storing fresh foods inside the product for freezing, activate the fast freezing function by pressing button c for approximately 3 seconds. All green LEDs (b) comes on.

• Introduce the food to freeze inside the appliance, and keep the door of the appliance closed for 24 hours. After this period the food will be frozen. The fast freezing function can be deactivated pressing button c for approximately 3 seconds.

If the fast freeze function is not manually deactivated, it will be automatically deactivated by the appliance after 50 hours.

FOOD STORAGE

Refer to the table on the appliance.

Classification of frozen foods

Load and classify the frozen foods; it is advisable to indicate the storage date on the packs, to ensure consumption before the expiry dates listed in months in fig. 6 for each type of food.

Advice for storing frozen food

When buying frozen food, make sure that:

- The packaging is intact (food in damaged containers may have deteriorated). If a package is swollen or has damp patches, the product may not have been stored in optimum conditions and therefore undergone partial defrosting.

• When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and carry them in a thermally insulated bag.
• On arriving home, immediately place the frozen food in the appliance.
• Avoid or minimise temperature variations. Observe the expiry date on the packaging.

- Always follow the storage instructions on frozen food packages.

Note:

• Eat fully or partially defrosted foods immediately. Do not refreeze unless the food is cooked after it has thawed. Once cooked, the food can be refrozen.
• In case of a prolonged power failure: Do not open the appliance door, except to place ice packs (if provided) over the frozen foods on the right and left side of the appliance. This will slow down the rise in temperature.

APPLIANCE DEFROSTING

The appliance should be defrosted when the thickness of ice on the walls reaches 5-6 mm.

• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
• Remove food from the appliance and put it in a very cool place or a thermally insulated bag.
• Leave the appliance door open.
• Remove the internal defrost water drain plug (Fig. 8).
• Remove the external defrost water drain plug and reposition it as shown in figure 8.
• Use the separator inside the product as a recipient for any remaining water, (D) as shown in fig. 8. If there is no separator, use a shallow container.
• Defrosting can be sped up by using a spatula to detach the frost from the appliance walls.
• Remove the frost from the bottom of the appliance.
• In order to avoid permanent damage to the appliance interior, do not use pointed or sharp metal instruments to remove the ice.
• Do not use abrasive products or heat up the interior artificially.
• Dry the inside of the appliance thoroughly.
• Refit the plug after defrosting.

CHANGING THE LID LIGHT BULB

• Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply.
• Remove the diffuser by following the sequence of steps shown in the figure.
• Unscrew the light bulb and replace it with an identical bulb of the same wattage and voltage.
• Refit the diffuser and plug in the appliance.

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• This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class F.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

1. The red LED flashes.

• Is there a power failure?
• Is a defrosting operation in progress?
- Has fresh food recently been introduced?
• Is the appliance lid properly closed?
• Is the appliance placed near a heat source?

- Are the ventilation grille and condenser clean?

2. All LEDs flash at the same time.

- Contact the After-Sales Service.

3. The appliance is too noisy.

• Is the appliance perfectly horizontal?
- Is the appliance in contact with other furniture or objects that may cause vibrations?
- Has the packaging been removed from under the appliance?

Note: Gurgling noises from the refrigerating circuit after the compressor cuts out are perfectly normal.

4. All LEDs are off and the product is not working.

• Is there a power failure?
- Is the plug properly inserted in the socket?
• Is the electric cable intact?

5. All LEDs are off and the product is working.

- Contact the After-Sales Service.

6. The compressor runs continuously.

• Have hot foods been put in the appliance?
• Has the appliance lid been left open for a long time?
• Is the appliance placed in a very warm room or near heat sources?
• Has the fast freeze function been activated? (All green LEDs ON)

7. Too much ice on the upper edge.

• Are the defrost water drainage plugs correctly positioned?
  • Is the appliance lid properly closed?
• Is the appliance lid seal damaged or deformed? (See chapter "Installation")
• Have the 4 protection pieces been removed? (See chapter "Installation")

8. Formation of condensate on the external walls of the appliance.

• It is normal for condensation to form under certain atmospheric conditions (humidity above 85% ) or if the appliance is located in a damp or poorly ventilated room. The performance of the appliance is in no way affected.

9. The layer of ice on the internal walls of the appliance is not uniform.

• This phenomenon is quite normal.

Do not disassemble or repair the appliance by yourself. Failure to do so may result in an electric shock or personal injury

To access to professional repair and order spare parts, please get the support from FNAC DARTY after-sales service.

Spare parts for your appliances will be delivered within 15 working days after having received the order.

Please Note!

All appliances have a 2-year warranty.

Warranty does not cover damages caused due to improper installation, unauthorized modification, self-repair or non-professional repair.

Contact us at :

DARTY www.darty.com 24 0978 970 970 24 Hours 7 Days a week 9 Rue des Bateaux-Lavoirs, 94200 Ivry-sur-Seine, France Vanden Borre in alle vertrouwen www.vandenborre.be 02 334 00 00 8 AM – 6 PM Mon to Sat Slesbroekstraat 101 1600 Sint-Pieters-Leeuw Belgium

Thomson and the Thomson logo are trademarks of Technicolor (S.A.)

or its affiliates and are used under license by Ets Darty et Fils (S.A.).

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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ

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Before using the appliance, read these safety instructions. Keep them nearby for future reference.

These instructions and the appliance itself provi important safety warnings, to be observed at all times. The manufacturer declines any liability for failure to observe these safety instructions, for inappropriate use of the appliance or incorrect setting of controls.

Very young children (0-3 years) should be kept away from the appliance. Young children (3-8 years) should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised. Children from 8 years old and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe use and understand the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children without supervision. Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.

PERMITTED USE

⚠️ CAUTION: The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external switching device, such as a timer, or separate remote controlled system.

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other residential environments.

This appliance is not for professional use. D not use the appliance outdoors.

The bulb used inside the appliance is specifically designed for domestic appliances and is not suitable for general room lighting within home (EC Regulation 244/2009).

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The appliance is designed for operation in places where the ambient temperature comes within the following ranges, according to the climatic class given on the rating plate.

The appliance may not work properly if it is left a long time at a temperature outside the specific range.

atimatic class ambient temperatures:

SN: From 10^ C to 32^ C; N: From 16^ C to 32^ C

ST: From 16^ C to 38^ C; T: From 16^ C to 43^ C

Warning; Risk of fire / flammable materials This appliance does not contain CFCs. The refrigerant circuit contains R600a (HC). Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): isobutane is a natural gas without environmental impact, but is flammable. Therefore, make sure the refrigerant circuit pipes are not damaged, especially when emptying the refrigerant circuit.

WARNING: Do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit pipes.

⚠ WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

WARNING: Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical means other than those recommended by the Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process.

WARNING: Do not use or place electrical devices inside the appliance compartments if they are not of the type expressly authorised by the Manufacturer.

Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans and do not place or use gasoline or other flammable materials in or near the appliance.

⚠️ Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (provided with some models). Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taki them out of the freezer since they may cause cc burns.

⚠ For products designed to use an air filter inside the refrigerating appliance is left empty for an accessible fan cover, the filter must always bring periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and in position when the appliance is in function. Leave the door open to prevent mould developing ⚠ Do not store glass containers with liquids inside the appliance.

the freezer compartment since they may break. INSTALLATION

Do not obstruct the fan (if included) with food items.

After placing the food check that the freezer d closes properly.

⚠️ Damaged gaskets must be replaced as soon possible.

⚠️ Use the freezer compartment only for storin frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes.

⚠️ Donotstoreunwrappedfoodintherefrigerator or freezer compartments to avoid direct contact with internal surfaces.

C-Pentane is used as blowing agent in the insulation foam and it is a flammable gas.

The most appropriate compartments of the appliance where specific types of food are to be stored, taking into account different temperature distribution in different compartments in the appliance, are as follows:

4 star zone (****) compartment is suitable for freezing foodstuffs from ambient temperature and

for storing frozen food asthe temperature is even distributed throughout the entire compartment. Purchased frozen food has the storage expiration date stated on the packaging. This date takes into account the type of food being stored and therefore this date should be respected. Fresh food should be stored for the following time periods: 1-3 months for cheese, shellfish, ice cream, ham/sausage, milk, fresh liquids; 4 month for steak or chops (beef, lamb, pork); 6 months for butter or margarine, poultry (chicken, turkey)

8-12 months for fruits (except citrus), roast meat (beef, pork, lamb), vegetables. Expiration dates of the packaging of foods in the 2-star zone must be respected.

To avoid food contamination, please observe the following:

- Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.

- Regularly clean surfaces that may come into contact with food and accessible drainage systems.

- Store raw meat and fish in suitable container in the refrigerator, so that it does not come into 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 ice cubes.

- Do not freeze fresh food in one, two or three compartments.

⚠ The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons - risk of injury. Use protective gloves to unpack and install - risk of cuts.

as Installation, including water supply (if any), electrical connections and repairs must be carried out by a qualified technician. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically stated in the usermanual. Keep children away from the installationsite. After unpacking the appliance, make sure that it has not been damaged during transport. In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales Service. Once installed, packaging waste (plastic, styrofoam parts etc.) must be stored out of reach of children - risk of suffocation. The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before any installation operation - risk of electrical shock. During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable - risk of fire or electrical shock. Only activate the appliance when the installation has been completed.

Be careful not to damage the floors (e.g. parquet) when moving the appliance. Install the appliance on a floor or support strong enough to take its weight and in a place suitable for its size and use. Make sure the appliance is not near a he source and that the four feet are stable and resting on the floor, adjusting them as required, and check that the appliance is perfectly level using a spirit level. Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on, to ensure that the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient.

To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a space on both sides and above the appliance. The distance between the rear of the appliance and the wall behind the appliance should be 50 mm, to avoid access to hot surfaces. A reduction of this space will increase the Energy consumption of product.

⚠ WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged. ⚠ WARNING: To avoid a hazard due to instability, positioningor fixing ofthe appliance mustbe done in accordance with the manufacturer instructions. It's forbidden to place the freezer in such way that the metal hose of gas stove, metal gas or water pipes, or electrical wires are in contact with the freezer back wall (condenser coil).

ELECTRICAL WARNINGS

⚠ It must be possible to disconnect the appliance for starting the power supply by unplugging it if plug is accessible, or by a multi-pole switch installed upstream of the socket in accordance

with the wiring rules and the appliance must be earthed in conformity with national electrical safety standards.

Do not use extension leads, multiple sockets or adapters. The electrical components must not be accessible to the user after installation. Do not use the appliance when you are wet or barefoot. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damage power cable or plug, if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped.

⚠️ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced with an identical one by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard - risk of electrical shock.

⚠ WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

⚠ WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is switched off and disconnected from the power supply before performing any maintenance operation. To avoid risk of personal injury use protective gloves (risk of laceration) and safety shoes (risk of contusion); be sure to handle by two persons (reduce load); never use its steam cleaning equipment (risk of electric shock). Non-professional repairs not authorised by the manufacturer could result in a risk to health and safety, for which the manufacturer cannot be held liable. Any defect or damage caused from non-professional repairs or maintenance will not be covered by the guarantee, the terms of which are outlined in the document delivered with the unit.

Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools.

DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING MATERIALS

The packaging material is 100% recyclable and is marked with the recycle symbol 📁. The various parts of the packaging must therefore be disposed of responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations governing waste disposal.

DISPOSAL OF HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

This appliance is manufactured with recyclable or reusable materials. Dispose of it in accordance with local waste disposal regulations. For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of household electrical appliances, contact your local authority, the collection service for household waste or the store where you purchased the appliance. This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2012/19/EU, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment regulations 2013 (as amended). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent negative consequences for the environment and human health. The symbol on the product or on the accompanying documentation indicates that it should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to an appropriate collection center for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

ENERGY SAVING TIPS

Install the appliance in a dry, well ventilated room far away from any heat source (eg. radiator, cooker, etc.) and in a place not exposed directly to the sun. If required, use an insulating plate.

STo guarantee adequate ventilation follow installation instructions. Insufficient ventilation at the back of the product increases energy consumption and decreases cooling efficiency.

The frequent door opening might cause an increase in energy consumption. The internal temperature of the appliance and the energy consumption are affected also by the ambient temperature, as well as location of the appliance. Temperature setting should take into consideration these factors. Reduce door opening to minimum.

You can increase storage capacity of frozen food by removing baskets and, if present, Stop Frost shelf.

Do not worry about noises coming from the compressor which are normal operation noises.

Keep the product away from heat sources.

Fast Freeze (if present) can be used for optimum appliance performance, 24 hours before placing fresh food in the freezer.

Please follow the instructions contained in the Quick Start Guide to activate/deactivate the function.

After placing fresh food in the freezer, 24 hours on Fast Freeze function is generally sufficient; After 50 hours the Fast Freeze function automatically deactivates.

Attention:

In order to save energy, when freezing small amounts of food, the fast freeze function can be deactivated after a few hours.

The user shall maintenance the refrigerating appliance in according to CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE chapter

Thomson and the Thomson logo are trademarks of Technicolor (S.A.) or its affiliates and are used under license by Ets Darty et Fils (S.A.).

EU Declaration of Conformity

Product Description:

Line drawing of a rectangular oven with lid open, showing internal compartments and ventilation slots (no text or symbols)

Marque –

Brand /Merk /Marca:

THOMSON

The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the relevant Union harmonisation legislation:

Low Voltage Directive (LVD)

Eco design requirements for energy-related products (ErP)

RoHS

EMC:

EN 55014-1:2017

EN 55014-2:2015

EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019

EN 61000-3-3:2013

LVD :

EN 60335-1:2012+A11:2014+A13:2017+A1:2019+A14:2019+A2:2019

EN 60335-2-24:2010+A1:2019+A2:2019

EN 62233:2008

ErP :

(EU) 2019/2016

(EU) 2019/2019

(EU) 2021/340

(EU) 2021/341

EN 62552-1:2020

EN 62552-2:2020

EN 62552-3:2020

EN 60704-1:2010 + A11:2012

EN 60704-2-14:2013 + A11:2015 + A1:2019

EN 60704-3:2019

This declaration of conformity is drawn up under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.

The person responsible for this declaration is:

Place, Date / Lieu :

Ivry-sur-Seine, mai 11, 2022

CE

ASSURANCE QUALITY SERVICE FNAC DARTY

EU Declaration of Conformity

Product Description:

Line drawing of a rectangular oven with lid open, showing internal compartments and ventilation slots (no text or symbols)

Marque –

Brand /Merk /Marca:

THOMSON

The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the relevant Union harmonisation legislation:

Low Voltage Directive (LVD)

Eco design requirements for energy-related products (ErP)

RoHS

EMC:

EN 55014-1:2017

EN 55014-2:2015

EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019

EN 61000-3-3:2013+A1:2019

LVD :

EN 60335-1:2012+A11:2014+A13:2017+A1:2019+A14:2019+A2:2019

EN 60335-2-24:2010+A1:2019+A2:2019

EN 62233:2008

ErP :

(EU) 2019/2016

(EU) 2019/2019

(EU) 2021/340

(EU) 2021/341

EN 62552-1:2020

EN 62552-2:2020

EN 62552-3:2020

EN 60704-1:2010 + A11:2012

EN 60704-2-14:2013 + A11:2015 + A1:2019

EN 60704-3:2019

This declaration of conformity is drawn up under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.

The person responsible for this declaration is:

Place, Date / Lieu :

Ivry-sur-Seine, mai 11, 2022

CE

ASSURANCE QUALITY SERVICE FNAC DARTY

EU Declaration of Conformity

Product Description:

Line drawing of a rectangular oven with lid open, showing internal compartments and ventilation slots (no text or symbols)

Marque –

Brand /Merk /Marca:

THOMSON

The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the relevant Union harmonisation legislation:

Low Voltage Directive (LVD)

Eco design requirements for energy-related products (ErP)

RoHS

EMC:

EN 55014-1:2017

EN 55014-2:2015

EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019

EN 61000-3-3:2013

LVD :

EN 60335-1:2012+A11:2014+A13:2017+A1:2019+A14:2019+A2:2019

EN 60335-2-24:2010+A1:2019+A2:2019

EN 62233:2008

ErP :

(EU) 2019/2016

(EU) 2019/2019

(EU) 2021/340

(EU) 2021/341

EN 62552-1:2020

EN 62552-2:2020

EN 62552-3:2020

EN 60704-1:2010 + A11:2012

EN 60704-2-14:2013 + A11:2015 + A1:2019

EN 60704-3:2019

This declaration of conformity is drawn up under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.

The person responsible for this declaration is:

Place, Date / Lieu :

Ivry-sur-Seine, mai 11, 2022

CE

ASSURANCE QUALITY SERVICE FNAC DARTY