Congratulations on purchasing your new
freezer!
Please note that this user manual applies to all Caravell “Slimline”
type freezers.
Illustrations and equipment will therefore not necessarily
correspond completely to your model.
1 Setup
Check that the freezer is not damaged on receipt. You should
notify your dealer of any damage caused during transport no later
than 24 hours after receipt.
The freezer should be taken into a dry room at normal room
temperature with adequate air circulation.
Place the freezer so that there is unrestricted air circulation around
the freezer, i.e. there is at least 100 mm free space around all
sides.
Never place the freezer in direct sunlight. The freezer should be
set up on a level surface and should not be distorted in any way.
If the freezer has been stored or transported cold, do not attempt
to start it until the compressor has reached a temperature of at
least +5°C. It is recommended that you wash the freezer before
starting it (see Section 6 Maintenance).
If the manufacturer’s plate on the freezer indicates that the freezer
is Class 04, the freezer should not be placed in an ambient
temperature of more than +30°C. Class 4+ freezers can handle an
ambient temperature of +35°C, while Class 05 can cope with
ambient temperatures of up to +40°C.
2 Electrical connection
The appliance complies with EU requirements concerning radio
noise suppression in accordance with Directive 82/499/EEC.
The freezer should be connected to a socket rated at the correct
voltage and frequency for the freezer. This is specified on the
manufacturer’s plate on the back of the freezer. The normal
voltage for Europe is 230V/50Hz. Voltage variations of ±10% are
acceptable. The freezer may be damaged if the voltage variations
exceed this level. The factory guarantee will be void in such
cases.
Your local dealer will be able to advise you in the event of extreme
over/undervoltage variations.
This freezer must be given additional protection in accordance
with the relevant power current regulations. This also applies even
in the case of the replacement of an existing freezer which has not
been given additional protection. The purpose of the additional
protection is to protect the user from dangerous electric shocks in
the event of a fault.
3 Use
The temperature in the freezer is automatically controlled by the
adjustable thermostat.
Adjusting a mechanical thermostat:
The thermostat is located on the back at the bottom of the freezer.
To lower the temperature, the thermostat should be turned
clockwise.
The thermostat is preset at the factory so that the temperature in
the warmest area of the freezer does not exceed -18°C.
The temperature can be checked by placing a thermometer on the
freezer’s load line. It will typically take about 12 hours before a
change will be seen in the temperature.
Adjusting an electronic thermostat:
The electronic thermostat is located on the back at the bottom of
the freezer and is fitted with a digital display which continuously
shows the temperature in the freezer.
Press SET for one second and the display will begin to flash.
Using the up and down arrows, you will now be able to adjust the
temperature as required.
Once you have set the required temperature, press SET again for
one second and the required temperature has now been
programmed correctly. The freezer will now start to adjust to the
set temperature.
See also the enclosed “CAREL” instructions.
The placement of the freezer, ambient temperature and the
number and length of cover openings all have a major effect on
the temperature in the freezer. The freezer must therefore not be
placed in direct sunlight or up against surfaces that give off heat.
See Fig.
If your freezer is fitted with locks, the keys to the freezer should be
kept out of the reach of children. If your new freezer is intended as
a replacement for a life-expired freezer of an older type, before
removing the old freezer you should remove the locking
mechanism on it.
4 Storing food
Always make sure that you place the products so that air can
circulate freely and without restriction, as excessive temperature
differences may otherwise occur between the top and bottom of
the freezer.
Only fill the freezer up to the load line.
As the temperature in the freezer is very dependent on the
conditions where the freezer is placed, it is unfortunately not
possible to give an exact setting for the thermostat.
It is recommended instead that you adjust the thermostat to suit
your application. See Fig.
5 De-icing the cabinet
Ice formation in the cabinet over time is a natural process, but
when the ice reaches a thickness of about 5-8 mm, the cabinet
should be de-iced.
• Place the products from the freezer in a cold place or wrap
them in insulating material.
• The cabinet should be switched off at the socket.
