Caravell 445-945: Classic, Classic Angle Top

Classic, Classic Angle Top

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installed, which protects the socket to which the freezer is

Congratulations on purchasing your new

connected.

In both situations, the following must be carried out:

freezer!

• If the socket has three holes, use a three-pronged plug, and

Please note that this user manual applies to all Caravell freezers.

the wire with green/yellow insulation must be connected to

The illustrations and equipment will therefore not necessarily

the earth terminal.

correspond completely to your model.

• If the socket has only two holes, use only a two-pronged

plug. If the user fits this him/herself, the wire with the

1 Set-up

green/gold insulation must be clipped as closely as possible

Ensure that the freezer is not damaged upon receipt. Transport

to the place where the wire enters the plug.

damage must be reported to your dealer no later than 24 hours

In other situations, the user should let an authorised electrician

after delivery.

check to see how you best can protect your freezer. The Electricity

The freezer should be taken into a dry room at normal room

Council recommends that extra protection is provided with a high-

temperature with adequate air circulation. Position the freezer so

sensitivity earth fault circuit breaker.

that there is unrestricted air circulation around the freezer, i.e., so

that there is a gap of at least 40 mm on all sides.

3 Operation

Never place the freezer in direct sunlight. The freezer should be

set up on a level surface and should stand with free circulation

The temperature in the freezer is automatically controlled by the

around it.

adjustable thermostat.

If the freezer has been stored or transported cold, do not attempt

Adjusting the thermostat:

to start it until the compressor has reached a temperature of at

Turn the screw at the bottom of the grille anticlockwise. Push the

least +5°C. Before the freezer is started, washing is

clasp locks under the grille up. Pull the grille out at the bottom and

recommended. (See Section 6 Maintenance).

then down and remove it. The thermostat is located at top left

If the freezer on the machine sign is marked Class 04, it should not

inside the compressor compartment. The thermostat should be

be set up in an ambient temperature higher than +30°C.

rotated clockwise in order to reduce the temperature. See Fig.

If the freeezer is marked Class 4+, it can handle an ambient

The thermostat is preset at the factory so that the temperature in

temperature of up to +35°C.

the warmest area of the freezer does not exceed -18°C.

If it is marked Class 05, it can handle an ambient temperature of

The location of the freezer, the ambient temperature and the

up to +40°C.

number and length of openings greatly influence the temperature

inside the freezer. The freezer must therefore not be placed in

For freezers with sliding glass tops it is very important that these

direct sunlight or up against heat-generating surfaces. See Fig.

should be facing in the right direction in order for the covering on

the underside of the glass to ensure optimum insulation. The top

If your freezer is fitted with locks, the keys to the freezer should be

must always be placed so that the text in the corner of the glass

kept out of the reach of children. If your new freezer is replacing a

can be read and is not reversed.

worn-out freezer of an older type, you should dismantle the locking

mechanism on the old freezer.

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4 Storing food

The appliance complies with EU requirements for radio noise

suppression in accordance with Directive 82/499/EEC.

The freezer is only intended as a conservator and is therefore not

suited for the freezing of food. In other words, only products that

The freezer should be connected to a socket rated at the correct

are already frozen should be placed in the freezer.

voltage and frequency. This is specified on the manufacturer’s

plate on the back of the freezer. The normal voltage for Europe is

Note that the freezer should only be loaded up to the load line or if

230V/50Hz. Voltage variations of +/- 10% are acceptable. Larger

such a line is not included up to 100 mm under the lower cover.

variations can damage the freezer and in such cases the factory

This is to ensure a product temperature of at least -18°C.

guarantee will be void. Your local dealer will be able to assist with

As the temperature inside the freezer very much depends on the

information on extreme over/undervoltage variations.

conditions in the location where the cabinet is placed, it is

This freezer must be given additional protection in accordance with

unfortunately not possible to give an exact setting for the

the applicable power regulations. This also applies even in the

thermostat, but it is recommended that you adjust the thermostat

case of a replacement of an existing freezer that has not been had

to your specific conditions. See Fig.

additional protection. The purpose of the additional protection is to

protect users from dangerous electrical shocks in case of defects.

5 De-icing the cabinet

In homes built after 1 April 1975, all sockets in kitchens and any

Ice formation in the freezer over time is a natural process, but

utility rooms will comply with additional protection.

when the ice reaches a thickness of approx. 5-8 mm, the cabinet

In homes built before 1 April 1975 the additional protection is in

should be de-iced.

order if a high-sensitivity earth fault circuit breaker has been

Classic, Classic Angle Top

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• Place the products from the freezer in a cold place or pack

If the freezer is very hot or air circulation is poor, you should

them in insulating material.

provide the necessary circulation.

If the condenser is not clean, it should be vacuum-cleaned. If you

• The freezer should be switched off at the socket.

have checked the above and the freezer is still not working, call a

• Keep the cover open or remove the sliding covers and place

service technician.

them carefully on the floor.

State the type of fault and appliance, serial number and item no.

(stated on the manufacturer’s plate on the back of the freezer).

• Loosen the ice layer using plastic or wooden implements

(never use metal implements).

8 Disposal

• The de-icing process can also be speeded up by using bowls

of hot water.

The owner of the freezer is responsible for disposing of the freezer

in a responsible way in accordance with the current legislation.

• Never use pointed or sharp tools.

When a worn-out freezer is to be disposed of, it should be

disposed of in an environmentally friendly and safe way.

• After de-icing, clean the cabinet as described under Section

6. Dry thoroughly after cleaning.

Be aware of the rules for disposal. There may be special

requirements/regulations with which you must comply.

6 Maintenance

You can obtain information on disposal from:

• Your dealer

Please note the following in connection with the cleaning of the

freezer:

• The relevant authorities (municipal authority, Danish

• Place the products from the freezer in a cold place or pack

Environmental Protection Agency or other similar body)

them in insulating material.

• WEEE marking.

• The freezer should be switched off at the socket.

Handling of worn-out electrical and electronic products. (Applies to

• Keep the cover open or remove the sliding covers and place

the European Union and other European countries with separate

them carefully on the floor.

collection systems.)

The freezer can be cleaned with lukewarm water and mild

detergent. It should then be washed with clean water.

9 Special considerations

Never use detergents that contain chlorine.

The information in this user manual was correct at the time of

printing.

Never use pointed or sharp tools.

Due to our programme of continuous product development, we

Clean the cover in the same way as the freezer.

must however reserve the right to make technical changes to the

If the freezer has a condenser with a fan at the bottom of the

freezer models in this manual. We will of course endeavour

freezer, dust and dirt may gather on the cooling element. If

continually to update the user manual.

cleaning is required, the power should be switched off, the metal

You should contact your dealer, who can advise your further, if you

plate under the condenser removed and the cooling element

have any doubts concerning the correct use of the freezer.

vacuum-cleaned with a soft brush.

The manufacturer accepts no liability for accidents or

Remove the metal plate as follows. Use a crosstip screw driver to

complications caused by the incorrect connection of the appliance.

remove the four screws holding the cover plate.

Afterwards, remove the metal plate in order to reach the

condenser.

10 Guarantee

Be aware that the cooling element consists of sharp components

Any guarantee will be void if the product has been misused!

and may be hot to the touch.

This means used for purposes other than those originally intended,

failure to follow the instructions in this manual and transport of the

product not in its original packaging.

7 Troubleshooting

If changes are made to the freezer by unauthorised personnel, the

If you experience any problems with your freezer, please check the

manufacturer accepts no liability in connection with material

following before seeking assistance:

damage and/or personal injury.

• Is the plug inserted?

It is in your own interests always to use factory-authorised

• Is the socket switched on?

personnel for any modification, repair or servicing.

The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to

• Is the fuse in the meter cabinet intact?

specifications without any prior notice or undertaking concerning

• Has any fault current relay been disconnected?

the availability of spare parts.

• Has there been a complete power failure?