PR191DV - Freezer PRIMO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PR191DV PRIMO

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Read all instructions carefully - save this instruction manual for future reference.

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⚠️PRODUCTSPECIFIEKE WAARSCHUWINGEN

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1. Maak de scharnierpin los van de scharnierbeugel. Keer de beugel om en maak de pin weer vast.

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HET APPARAAT VERPLAATSEN

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    A["MED"] --> B["MAX"]
    B --> C["MIN"]

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    A["MED"] --> B["MAX"]
    A --> C["MIN"]

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All of our products are always submitted to a strict quality control before they are sold to you. Should you nevertheless experience problems with your device, we sincerely regret this.

In that case, we kindly request you to contact our customer service. Our staff will gladly assist you.

www.primo-elektro.be

Monday – Thursday: 8.30 – 12.00 and 13.00 – 17.00

Friday: 8.30 – 12.00 and 13.00 – 16.30

This appliance has a two year warranty period. During this period the manufacturer is responsible for any failures that are the direct result of construction failure. When these failures occur the appliance will be repaired or replaced if necessary. The warranty will not be valid when the damage to the appliance is caused by wrong use, not following the instructions or repairs executed by a third party. The guarantee issued with the original till receipt. All parts, which are subject to wear, are excluded from the warranty. If your device breaks down within the 2-year warranty period, you can return the device together with your receipt to the shop where you purchased it. The guarantee on accessories and components that are liable to wear-and-tear is only 6 months.

The guarantee and responsibility of the supplier and manufacturer lapse automatically in the following cases:

• If the instructions in this manual have not been followed.
• In case of incorrect connection, e.g. electrical voltage that is too high.
• In case of incorrect, rough or abnormal use.
• In case of insufficient or incorrect maintenance.
• In case of repairs or alterations to the device by the consumer or non-authorised third parties.
• If the customer used parts or accessories that are not recommended or provided by the supplier / manufacturer.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:

• Read all instructions carefully. Keep this manual for future reference.
• Make sure all packaging materials and promotional stickers have been removed before using the appliance for the first time. Make sure children cannot play with the packaging materials.

- 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 and other residential type environments;
• bed and breakfast type environments.

- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

- This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• Children shall not play with the appliance.

- Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 or supervised.

- Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children younger than 8 years.

- All repairs should be carried out by the manufacturer or its aftersales service.

- Make sure that children do not touch the cord or appliance.

- Your appliance uses isobutane (R600a) as a refrigerant. Despite the fact that R600a is an environmentally friendly

and natural gas, it is highly flammable. Therefore you should be careful during shipment and installation to prevent your appliance's cooler elements from being damaged. In the event of a leak caused by damage to the cooler elements, move your freezer from open flames or heat sources and ventilate the room where the appliance is located for a few minutes.

⚠️ELECTRICAL WARNINGS

• Attention: This appliance cannot be used with an external timer or a separate remote control.
• Before use, check carefully that the electric tension and frequency of the power net at your home match the indications on the rating label of the appliance.
• The appliance must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with local installation regulations.
• Do not let the cord hang on a hot surface or on the edge of a table or counter top.
• Never use the appliance when the cord or plug is damaged, after malfunction or when the appliance itself is damaged. In that case, take the appliance to the nearest qualified service center for check-up and repair.
• It is prohibited to alter or modify the device and its specifications.
• When disposing of the appliance, remove the plug from the power socket, cut the power cord (as closely as possible to the appliance), and remove the door to prevent playing children getting an electrical shock or shutting themselves in the appliance.
• Unplug the appliance when it is not in use, before assembling or disassembling any parts and before cleaning the appliance. Put all buttons and knobs into the 'off' position and unplug the appliance by grasping the plug. Never unplug by pulling the cord.

⚠️INSTALLATION

• Never place this appliance near a gas stove or electrical stove or in a place where it may come into contact with a warm appliance.
  • Always use the appliance on a steady, dry and level surface.
• Keep the cord away from sharp edges and hot parts or other heat sources.
• Keep the ventilation openings free of obstructions.
• Avoid long exposure to direct sunlight.
• Make sure that you have access to the plug of the appliance.
• Make sure the plug and cord are not crushed or damaged by the back of the appliance. This can cause short circuits and, as a result, overheating and fire.
• This is a heavy appliance. Be careful when moving it.
• This cooling unit is not intended for use as a built-in appliance.
• Do not place a power strip or other portable power supply behind the appliance.
  • After installation, it is advisable to wait 24 hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.

⚠ USE

• Do not use the appliance outdoors.
• Only use the appliance for its intended use.
• Only use the appliance for domestic use. The manufacturer can not be held responsible for accidents that result from improper use of the appliance or not following the instructions described in this manual.
• Do not use any other electrical appliance inside the freezer, unless they are approved for this purpose by the manufacturer. Do not keep any explosive substances inside the appliance, like for instance aerosol cans with a flammable propellant.

- Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment as it creates pressure on the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting in injury or damage to the appliance.

- The use of accessories that are not recommended or sold by the manufacturer can cause fire, electrical shock or injuries.

- Ensure the food in the appliance does not touch the back wall.

- Do not touch anything that comes out of the freezer with damp or wet hands. This could cause skin burns.

- Be careful when consuming ice cubes or ice creams that come from the freezer. These can cause frostbite on the lips or tongue.

- Follow the instructions below to prevent contamination of food:

- Keeping the door open for long periods may cause the temperature in the compartments of the appliance to rise considerably.

Clean the surfaces that could come into contact with food regularly.

- If the appliance is left empty for longer periods, it should be turned off, defrosted and cleaned. Allow it to dry and leave the door ajar to prevent mould from growing in the appliance.

⚠️CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Never immerse the appliance, the cord or the plug in water or any other liquid.
• Do not place warm or hot objects on top of the appliance.

• Do not clean the appliance with anything made of metal.

• Make sure that the refrigerant circuit does not get damaged, for instance during transportation or installation.

• Do not use mechanical appliances or other means to speed up the defrosting process, unless approved by the manufacturer.

• WARNING! Never place this appliance on or in the neighbourhood of a gas or electric fire or in a place where it could come into contact with a heat source. There are flammable materials located on the back of the appliance.

- Pay attention to the symbol ‘Fire risk – flammable materials’ located on the back of the appliance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

PARTS

1. Temperature control knob
2. Handle
3. Levelling feet
4. Freezer drawers

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INSTALLATION

• Remove the exterior and interior packing, wipe the outside thoroughly with a soft dry cloth and the inside with a wet, lukewarm cloth. Dry the appliance off well.
• Let air circulate freely around the cabinet.

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• Make sure there is sufficient space to open the door.
• This cooling unit is not intended for use as a built-in appliance.

• Select a place with a strong, level floor.

• Avoid direct sunlight and heat. Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating. Heat sources nearby will cause higher electricity consumption.

• Avoid very moist places. Too much moisture in the air will cause frost to form very quickly on the evaporator, and your freezer.
• Before connecting your freezer to the power supply, check that the voltage stated on the rating label of your appliance corresponds to the voltage in your home. A different voltage could damage the appliance.
• After installation, leave the freezer for 24 hours before turning it on. This way the refrigerant can settle.
• Allow the appliance to run empty for 12 hours so the compartment can cool to the appropriate temperature.
• The climate class indicates the minimum and maximum ambient temperature for the proper operation of an appliance. You can find the climate class on the type plate on the back of the appliance.
• SN: Subnormal: ambient temperature between 10^ C and 32^ C
• N: Normal: ambient temperature between 16^ C and 32^ C
• ST: Subtropical: ambient temperature between 16°C and 38°C
• T: Tropical: ambient temperature between 16°C and 43°C

DOOR CONVERSION

The freezer has a reversible door. If you need to hinge your door on the opposite side it is recommended that you call your local authorised service agent to make this conversion or ask a technician. Before you reverse the door, you should ensure the appliance is unplugged and empty.

1. Remove the screws on the back of the top cover.

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1. Remove the top cover from the freezer.

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1. Remove the three screws and then remove the top hinge that holds the door in place. Lift the door and place it on a padded surface to prevent it from being scratched.

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1. Remove the bottom screw, hinge bracket and adjustable foot from the bottom of the appliance.

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1. Take the hinge pin out of the hinge bracket. Turn the bracket around and tighten the pin again.

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1. Attach the screws, hinge bracket and adjustable foot to the opposite side of the bottom. Loosely secure.

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1. Carefully set the door back into place. Ensure the door is aligned horizontally and vertically so that the seals are closed on all sides before finally tightening the top hinge. Insert the hinge back and screw it to the top of the appliance.

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1. Put the top cover back and fix it in place with the screws.

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MOVING YOUR APPLIANCE

• If the appliance is turned off for any reason, wait for 10 minutes before turning it back on. This will allow the refrigeration system pressures to equalise before restarting.

• Turn off the appliance and unplug it from the mains socket. Remove all food. Also remove all mobile parts (shelves, accessories, etc.) or fix them into the freezer to avoid any shock.

• Relocate and install. If the appliance has been left on its side for any length of time, leave it standing upright for at least 10 minutes.

• Your appliance uses isobutane (R600a) as a refrigerant. Although R600a is an environmentally friendly and natural gas, it is explosive.

Therefore you should be careful during shipment and installation to prevent your appliance's cooler elements from being damaged. In the event of a leak caused by damage to the cooler elements, move your fridge from open flame or heat sources and ventilate the room where the appliance is located for a few minutes.

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TEMPERATURE CONTROL

You can set the temperature of the freezer as desired. There are three different settings, with MIN being the warmest and MAX the coldest. Position MED is the recommended position for normal use.

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    A["MED"] --> B["MAX"]
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• The running time and temperature are affected by where the freezer is located, how often the door is opened and the temperature of the room the freezer is located in.
• When you use the appliance for the first time or after defrosting, adjust the control knob to the coldest setting for at least 2 hours before introducing food to be stored, and then readjust to the middle setting.

FREEZING AND STORING FOOD IN THE FREEZER

Use the freezer

• To store deep-frozen food.
- To make ice cubes.
- To freeze food.

Note: Ensure that the freezer door has been closed properly. Avoid opening the freezer drawers unnecessarily.

Purchasing frozen food

• Packaging must not be damaged.
• Use by the 'use by/best before/best by/' date.
• If possible, transport deep-frozen food in an insulated bag and place quickly in the freezer.

Freezing fresh food

Freeze fresh and undamaged food only. To retain the best possible nutritional value, flavour and colour, vegetables should be blanched before freezing.

Aubergines, peppers, zucchini and asparagus do not require blanching.

Note: Keep food to be frozen away from food which is already frozen.

• The following foods are suitable for freezing: Cakes and pastries, fish and seafood, meat, game, poultry, vegetables, fruit, herbs, eggs without shells, dairy products such as cheese and butter, ready meals and leftovers such as soups, stews, cooked meat and fish, potato dishes, soufflés and desserts.
• The following foods are not suitable for freezing: Types of vegetables, which are usually consumed raw, such as lettuce or radishes, eggs in shells, grapes, whole apples, pears and peaches, hard-boiled eggs, yoghurt, soured milk, sour cream, and mayonnaise.

Packing frozen food

To prevent food from losing its flavour or drying out, place food in airtight packaging.

1. Place food in packaging.
2. Remove air.
3. Seal the wrapping.
4. Label packaging with contents and dates of freezing.

Suitable packaging:

Plastic film, tubular film made of polyethylene, aluminium foil, freezer containers.

Recommended storage times of frozen food in the freezer

These times vary depending on the type of food. The food that you freeze can be preserved from 1 to 12 months (minimum at -18°C).

Food Storage	time
Bacon, casseroles, milk 1 month
Bread, ice cream, sausages, pies, prepared shellfish, oily fish 2 months
Non-oily fish, shellfish, pizza, scones and muffins 3 months
Ham, cakes, biscuits, beef and lamb chops, poultry pieces 4 months
Butter, vegetables (blanched), eggs whole and yolks, cooked crayfish, minced meat (raw), pork (raw)	6 months
Fruit (dry or in syrup), egg whites, beef (raw), whole chicken, lamb (raw), fruit cakes	12 months

Never forget:

• When you freeze fresh foods with a 'use by/best before/best by/' date, you must freeze them before the expiry of this date.
• Check that the food was not already frozen. Indeed, frozen food that has thawed completely must not be refrozen.
• Once defrosted, food should be consumed quickly.

STORAGE GUIDE

For the best storage, set up your refrigerating appliance as follows:

Freezer compartment Type of food

Top drawer Ice cream, frozen fruit, frozen baked goods

Middle drawer Frozen vegetables and fries

Bottom drawer Raw meat, poultry, fish

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

• Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or solvents.
• Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
  • Take out the food and store in a cool location.
• Clean the appliance with a soft cloth, warm water and detergent.
• Wipe the door seal with clear water only and then wipe dry thoroughly.
  • After cleaning, put the plug in the socket and set the desired temperature.
• Put the food back into the appliance.

DEFROSTING THE FREEZER

A layer of frost in the freezer will impair refrigeration of the frozen food and increases power consumption. Remove the layer of frost regularly. Do not scrape off frost or ice with a knife or pointed object. Doing this may damage the refrigerant tubes.

1. Remove the frozen food and place temporarily in a cool location.
2. Disconnect the appliance from the mains socket. Open the drainage opening and place a bucket under it to catch the melted water.
3. To accelerate the defrosting process, place a pan of hot water on a stand in the freezer.
4. Wipe up condensation with a cloth or sponge.
5. Wipe dry the freezer compartment. Close the drainage opening again.
6. Plug in the appliance and adjust the temperature control knob as desired.
7. Put the frozen food back in the freezer.

VACATION TIME

For short vacation periods, leave the control knobs at their usual settings. During longer absences;

1. Remove all foods.
2. Disconnect from electrical outlet.
3. Clean the freezer thoroughly, including defrost pan.
4. Leave door open to avoid possible formations of condensate, mold or odors.

POWER FAILURE

• Most power failures are corrected within an hour or two and will not affect your freezer temperatures. However, you should minimize the number of door openings while the power is off. During power failures of longer duration, take steps to protect your food by blacking dry ice on top of packages.
• Frozen food should not be affected if the power failure lasts for less than 15 hours.
• Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. The food may be dangerous to eat.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Problem Solution
The device is not working.	Check connection of power cord to power source.Plug in unit.Use proper voltage.
The device jumps up too often.	The temperature setting is too cool.Close door securely.Be sure that food is cool before inserting.Do not keep door open for too long and minimize door openings.Do not place unit close to heat sources or direct sunlight.
Internal temperature not cold enough.	Plug in unit.Check setting and adjust as needed.Close door securely.Be sure that food is cool before inserting.Do not keep door open for too long and minimize door openings.Allow room for air to circulate around unit.Use proper voltage.Do not place unit close to heat sources or direct sunlight.
Unusual sounds.	The appliance is not level. Readjust the adjusting feet and level the unit.The unit it touching a wall or another object. Gently move the appliance.
The door does not close properly.	The door seal is deformed. Heat it gently using a hairdryer. The rubber seal will become flexible and the magnetic strip in the rubber will automatically pull towards the appliance. After cooling, the rubber stays in that position.

ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES

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This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it must be brought to the applicable collection point for recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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The packaging is recyclable. Please treat the packaging ecologically.

This appliance conforms to all European requirements in the areas of safety, health, and environmental protection.

The EU declaration concerning this appliance can be requested at any time from [e-mail]

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