KUF55X17 - Freezer KENWOOD - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Upright Freezer
Brand	Kenwood
Model	KUF55X17
Total Gross Capacity	275 L
Net Freezer Capacity	265 L
Energy Efficiency Class	A+
Annual Energy Consumption	280 kWh/year
Noise Level	41 dB(A)
Climate Class	SN-T (10°C - 43°C)
Freezing Capacity	20 kg/24h
Storage Time During Power Failure	18 h
Temperature Range	-18°C to -24°C
Defrost Method	Manual (Frost Free optional)
Fast Freeze Function	Yes
Door Alarm	Yes
Interior Light	Yes, LED
Adjustable Shelves	4 shelves
Baskets / Drawers	3 drawers
Reversible Door	Yes
Dimensions (H x W x D)	175 x 60 x 65 cm
Weight	62 kg
Power Supply	220-240V, 50Hz
Rated Current	0.8 A
Refrigerant	R600a
Cleaning Method	Unplug, remove food, wipe interior with mild detergent, dry thoroughly

Frequently Asked Questions - KUF55X17 KENWOOD

What is the net capacity of the Kenwood KUF55X17 freezer?

The Kenwood KUF55X17 freezer has a net capacity of 265 liters.

What is the annual energy consumption of this freezer?

The annual energy consumption is 280 kWh per year, corresponding to energy class A+.

How long does the freezer maintain temperature during a power failure?

The freezer can maintain safe temperatures for up to 18 hours during a power failure.

Does the KUF55X17 have a frost-free function?

No, this model requires manual defrosting. However, some versions may offer a Frost Free option; check your specific unit.

What is the freezing capacity per day?

The maximum freezing capacity is 20 kg per 24 hours.

How do I clean the freezer?

First, unplug the freezer and remove all food. Then, clean the interior with a mild detergent solution and warm water. Dry thoroughly before turning it back on.

Can the door be reversed?

Yes, the door is reversible. Instructions for reversing the door are in the user manual.

What should I do if the freezer is not cold enough?

Check the temperature setting, ensure the door is closed properly, and verify that the vents are not blocked. If the problem persists, the condenser coils may need cleaning or the compressor may require service.

Is there a child lock on this freezer?

This model does not feature a dedicated child lock. However, the control panel may have a button lock function; check the manual.

What is the noise level of the KUF55X17?

The noise level is 41 dB(A), which is relatively quiet for a freezer.

USER MANUAL KUF55X17 KENWOOD

installation / instructions manual

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Contents

safety warnings 3

unpacking....5

installation....6

location 6

levelling the unit....6

free space requirements....6

installing the door handle 7

reversing the door swing 7

cleaning before use 9

before using your unit....9

product overview....10

main unit....10

operation....11

switching on your unit....11

adjusting the temperature....11

noises inside the unit!....11

preparations for freezing ....11

defrosting frozen food.... 12

cleaning....13

defrosting....13

cleaning the interior and the exterior of the unit 13

maintenance....14

care when handling / moving your unit.... 14

servicing 14

switching off for long periods of time 14

condensation....14

disposal....14

specifications.... 15

safety warnings

For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock, please follow all the safety precautions listed below.

• Read all instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them for future reference.
• Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third party, make sure to include this manual.
• This appliance is intended for indoor household use and similar applications such as:

– farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environment;
– bed and breakfast type environment;
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environment;
– catering and similar non-retail applications.

- Ensure that the plug is easily accessible to enable disconnection from the mains supply.

- If the mains cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard.

- Choose a location for your unit away from heat sources such as radiators or fires as refrigerant and vesicant are burnable.

• The unit must be manoeuvred by a minimum of 2 persons.

- 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 without supervision.

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

- If your unit is fitted with a lock to prevent children being trapped inside, keep the key out of reach and not in the vicinity of the unit.

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• Do not store bottles or glass containers in the freezer compartment. Contents can expand when frozen (fizzy drinks) which may break the bottle and damage your freezer compartment. (If applicable)

WARNING

• Keep ventilation openings in the unit enclosure or in the built-in structure clear of obstructions.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the unit, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit (The refrigerant is a very environmental-friendly gas but is also combustible. Take care when transporting or moving the unit to ensure that the refrigeration circuit is not damaged. In the event of damage avoid naked flames or ignition sources and ventilate the room in which the unit is placed for a few minutes.)

WARNING

IT IS HAZARDOUS FOR ANYONE OTHER THAN AUTHORISED SERVICE PERSONNEL TO CARRY OUT SERVICING OF REPAIRS WHICH INVOLVE THE REMOVAL OF COVERS.

TO AVOID THE RISK OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIRS YOURSELF.

Thank you for purchasing your new Kenwood Freezer.

These operating instructions will help you use it properly and safely.

We recommend that you spend some time reading this installation/instruction manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features it offers.

Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this installation/instruction manual for future reference.

unpacking

Remove all items from the packaging. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it please do so according to local regulations.

The following items are included:

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Main Unit

Freezer Drawer x 3

Ice Tray

Door Handle with 2 handle screw hole covers

Instruction Manual

If items are missing or damaged please contact Partmaster (UK only).

Tel: [phone] for assistance.

installation

location

When selecting a position for your unit you should make sure the floor is flat and firm, and the room is well ventilated with an average room temperature of between 16^ircC and 43^ircC . Avoid locating your unit near a heat source, e.g. cooker, boiler or radiator. Also avoid direct sunlight as it may increase the electrical consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the unit not to perform properly. This unit is suitable for use in a garage or outbuilding. Do not drape the unit with any covering.

levelling the unit

To do this adjust the two levelling feet at the front of the unit. If the unit is not level, the doors and magnetic seal alignments will not be covered properly.

free space requirements

When installing the unit, ensure that 25 mm of free space is left at both sides, 50 mm at the rear of the unit and 25 mm at the top of the unit. The door can be opened to the right or the left, depending on which best suits the location.

Please ensure there is more than twice the width and depth distance space of the unit to fully open the door to a maximum angle of 160^irc .

If the appliance is placed under a continuous worktop, the appliance lid (if applicable) may be removed and a ventilation grille of at least 200 cm ² (available from DIY shops or specialist retailers) should be installed to the worktop above the rear of the appliance to increase ventilation.

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Benefits of increased ventilation:

• Lowered power consumption
• Improved cooling performance
• Reduce running costs
• Prolong product life span

installation

installing the door handle

1. Remove the screws from the door.

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1. Take the door handle and remove the 2 handle screw hole covers from the door handle. Align the door handle with the screw holes on the door and screw tightly. Replace the 2 handle screw hole covers on the door handle.

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reversing the door swing

tools required: Philips style screwdriver / Flat bladed screwdriver / Hexagonal spanner

• 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, e.g. a chair just below the top panel.
  • 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.
  • We recommend that 2 people handle the unit during assembly.
• If you want to have the door swing reversed, we recommend that you contact a qualified technician. You should only try to reverse the door yourself if you believe that you are qualified to do so.

installation

1. Remove the two screws from the back of the top cover, then lift the top cover and place it on a padded surface to prevent from scratching.

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1. Remove the four screws (2 from each side). Remove the upper hinge. Lift the door and place it on a padded surface to prevent from scratching.

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1. Lay down the unit. Remove both levelling feet, and bottom hinge. Swap their position.

Before transferring the bottom hinge to the other side, move the bottom hinge pin from hole 1 to 2. Tighten the pin securely.

Bottom hinge pin

1. Stand the unit. Place the bottom hole of the door onto the bottom hinge pin. Insert the upper hinge pin into the upper hole of the door. Screw the upper hinge tightly. Screw also the other side tightly.

Ensure the door is aligned horizontally and vertically, so that the seals are closed on all sides before finally tightening the hinge.

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installation

1. Put back the top cover. Tighten the 2 screws at the back of the top cover.

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1. Transfer the door handle to the other side of the door accordingly. Remove the 2 door screw hole covers from the other side of the door and swap their position with the door handle.

cleaning before use

Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda. Then rinse with warm water using a sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the drawers. Clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth.

If you require more information refer to the Cleaning section.

- Before Plugging in YOU MUST Check that you have a socket which is compatible with the plug supplied with the unit. - Before Turning On! Do not turn on until two hours after moving the unit. The coolant fluid needs time to settle.

before using your unit

Before placing any food in your unit, turn it on and wait for 24 hours, to make sure it is working properly and to allow it time to fall to the correct temperature. Your unit should not be overfilled.

product overview

main unit

operation

switching on your unit

1. Connect the mains cable to the mains socket. The internal temperature of your unit is controlled by a thermostat. There are three settings: Mid, Cold and Colder.
2. After the unit has been on for 20 minutes adjust the thermostat control dial to Mid. This is the recommended setting when operating at normal room temperature (between 16°C and 43°C).
3. The unit may not operate at the correct temperature if it is in a particularly hot or a particularly cold room, or if you open the door often.
4. To ensure that the unit is cool enough to sufficiently chill your food, wait 24 hours before filling it with food.
5. If you are concerned that your unit is not being kept cold enough and wish to check the temperature, you will need a special fridge/freezer thermometer. These are available from most supermarkets and hardware shops. Place the thermometer in the freezer and leave overnight. The correct temperature for the freezer compartment should be -18^irc C or lower.

adjusting the temperature

The internal temperature of the unit is controlled by a thermostat. The recommended position is between Mid and Cold, but it should be adjusted according to the environment.

noises inside the unit!

You may notice that your unit makes some unusual noises. Most of these are perfectly normal, but you should be aware of them!

These noises are caused by the circulation of the refrigerant liquid in the cooling system. It has become more pronounced since the introduction of CFC free gases. This is not a fault and will not affect the performance of your unit. This is the compressor motor working, as it pumps the refrigerant around the system.

preparations for freezing

• Use quality food and handle it as little as possible. Freeze food in small quantities as it freezes faster, takes less time to defrost and enables you to control the quantity you need better.
• Leave cooked food to cool completely. Chill food before freezing if possible.
• Consider how you will want to cook the food before freezing it.
• Don't freeze food in metal containers if you may want to microwave it straight from the freezer.
• Use special freezer bags, freezer film, polythene bags, plastic containers, and aluminium foil (heavy duty grade only). If in doubt, double wrap your food. Don't use aluminium foil for acidic foods, e.g. citrus fruits. Don't use thin cling film, glass, or used food containers without cleaning.

- Exclude as much air from the container as possible. You could buy a special vacuum pump which sucks excessive air out of the packaging.

- Leave a small amount of air space when freezing liquids to allow expansion.

- You can use the space in the freezer most efficiently if you freeze liquids (or solids with liquids, e.g. stew) in square blocks. This is known as “Preforming”. Pour the liquid into a polythene bag which is inside a square sided container. Freeze it, and then remove it from the container and seal the bag.

- Label your frozen foods as they will look the same when in frozen state. Use special freezer tapes, labels and pens with different colours. This allows you to easily organise and to effectively use the freezer. Write the contents and date; otherwise the frozen food might exceed the storage time and this could cause food poisoning. Please refer to your food packaging for the recommended storage time.

- You may also add the weight and cooking notes, e.g. “defrost first”, “cook from frozen” and keep a separate log of what is in each drawer. This will save opening the door and searching around unnecessarily.

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defrosting frozen food

1. Take the frozen food out from the freezer compartment and uncover the frozen food. Let it defrost at room temperature. Don't forget that defrosting in a warm area encourages the growth of bacteria and low temperature cooking may not destroy dangerous bacteria.

2. Drain off and throw away any liquid lost during defrosting.

3. Always make sure there are no ice-crystals in the food before cooking, particularly with meat. These crystals indicate that the food has not fully defrosted.

4. Cook food as soon as possible after defrosting.

5. Many microwaves and ovens have a defrost setting. To avoid bacterial build up, only use these if you intend to cook the food immediately afterwards.

Never re-freeze anything that has been defrosted unless you cook it again, to kill off harmful bacteria. Never re-freeze defrosted shellfish. Re-seal packs properly after removing items. This prevents drying or freezer-burn and a build up of frost on any remaining food.

cleaning

defrosting

Frost might build up in the unit after it has been used for a period of time. Scrape away the frost using a plastic scraper (not included).

Do not use a metal or sharp instrument to scrape away the frost, nor should you use any electrical appliances to aid defrosting.

We recommend that defrosting should be carried out when the frost layer builds up to 10mm. Choose a time when the stock of frozen food is low, follow these procedures:

1. Take out the food, turn the unit off at the mains supply and leave the door open. Ideally, the frozen food should be put into another freezer. If this is not possible, wrap the food in several sheets of newspaper or large towels and then a thick blanket to keep it cool.
2. Place a shallow bowl or pan below the unit. Scrape away the frost using a plastic scraper. Defrosting the remaining frost can be speeded up by placing a bowl of hot water inside the unit and closing the door. As the solid frost loosens, scrape it away with the plastic scraper and remove.
3. When defrosting is complete, clean your unit's interior and exterior.

cleaning the interior and the exterior of the unit

• Remove all the drawers.
• Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda and then rinse with warm water using a sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the drawers.
• Use a damp cloth to clean the exterior, and then wipe with a standard furniture polish. Make sure that the door is closed to avoid the polish getting on the magnetic door seals or inside the unit.
• The grille of the condenser at the back of the unit and the adjacent components can be vacuumed using a soft brush attachment.

maintenance

care when handling / moving your unit

Hold the unit around its sides or base when moving it. Under no circumstances should it be lifted by holding the edges of the top surface.

servicing

The unit should be serviced by an authorised engineer and only genuine spare parts should be used. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the unit yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunction. Contact a qualified technician.

switching off for long periods of time

When the unit is not in use for a long period of time, disconnect it from the mains supply, empty all food and clean the appliance, leaving the door ajar to prevent unpleasant smells.

condensation

Condensation may appear on the outside of the unit. This may be due to a change in room temperature. Wipe off any moisture residue. If the problem continues, please contact a qualified technician for assistance.

disposal

Old units still have some residual value. An environmentally friendly method of disposal will ensure that valuable raw materials can be recovered and used again. The refrigerant used in your unit and insulation materials require special disposal procedures. Ensure that none of the pipes on the back of the unit are damaged prior to disposal.

Up to date information concerning options of disposing of your old unit and packaging from the new one can be obtained from your local council office.

When disposing of an old unit break off any old locks or latches and remove the door as a safeguard.

specifications

Model	KUF55X17
Appliance Category	Category 8 (Upright freezer)
Overall Dimension (H x W x D)	845 x 560 x 575 mm
Fresh Food Storage Volume	N/A
Frozen Food Storage Volume	81 L
Defrosting Type	Static
Climate Class	N, ST, T
This appliance is intended to be used at an ambient temperature between 16°C and 43°C.
Storage Temperature	Freezer: ≤-18°C
Energy Consumption	0.49 kWh / 24 hours
Energy consumption 179 kWh per year, based on standard test results for 24 hours. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located.
Airborne Acoustical Noise	40 dB
Energy Grading	A+
Temperature Rise Time	24 hours
Freezing Capacity	10 kg / 24 hours
Rated Voltage	220-240 V~
Rated Current	0.7 A

Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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