Haier BD-318A User Manual

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Temperature settings must be according to: 
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ambient temperature of the appliance 
-
quantity of stored foodstuff  
-
frequency of opening 
We recommend a medium setting. 
You will soon learn which is the most suitable setting for 
your requirements. 
5 Indicator-lights 
(FIG.4)
If your appliance is equipped with indicator-lights, the 
following guide explains what is meant by each light up: 
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green = CONTROL 
   The appliance is under current   
    and operating
The green control light must always be on  when the 
appliance is connected to the mains and switched on. It 
is very important to pay attention to this, because in the 
event of a power failure, the red and yellow lights stop 
operating and do no longer provide a warning.
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- red = ALARM 
 
     Interior temperature too high 
If the red indicator-light goes on, there may be several 
reasons for this, namely: 
„ First start-up of appliance
„ Restart after defrosting 
„ Filling freezer with fresh food  
In these cases it is normal that the red indicator-light 
goes on. It goes off automatically when the interior 
temperature reaches approximately –15°C.
Switch on the SUPER FREEZE SWITCH (if equipped 
with) (FIG.4). (switch off again not more than 24 hours 
later or when the red light has gone off). 
Reopen the appliance, if possible, only after  the red 
light has gone off. 
If the red control light nevertheless stays on after 12 to 
24 hours, there may be serious problems. 
Consult the Troubleshooting guide “ what is when...” 
chapter at the end of this operating manual. 
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yellow = SUPER FREEZE SWITCH is on and the 
        thermostat function is disabled. 
The compressor continues cooling until the SUPER 
FREEZE switch is turned off again. 
6 Warning 
Buzzer (Acoustic alarm) 
If your appliance is supplied with a buzzer, it will sound 
when the red indicator-light goes on. The buzzer is 
silenced automatically when you turn on the SUPER 
FREEZER SWITCH. 
Instruction for use 
7 Start-up 
1.  Fully unpack the appliance. 
2.  Remove the polystyrene parts in the compressor 
chamber (if supplied). 
3.  Remove documents and any accessories from the 
inside of the appliance. 
4.  Clean the interior with a mixture of lukewarm water 
and vinegar, and dry thoroughly with a cloth. 
5.  Close the appliance. 
6.  Insert the plug in the socket 
7.  Switch on the appliance by turning the temperature 
control (FIG.4) to the right (For the time being, turn 
the controller fully to the right to Max position). 
(green and red lights go on).
8.  If equipped with a SUPER FREEZE SWITCH, turn 
it on
(yellow light goes on too). 
9.  Do not open the appliance any more for about 4 
hours respectively as long as the red light is on, to 
allow the temperature in the inner compartment to 
drop to the necessary level.                    
10.  You can now fill the appliance with any amount of 
deep frozen food (purchased ready frozen goods). 
(Consult the following chapter “Maximum stacking 
height”).
11.  Turn off the SUPER FREEZE SWITCH again after 
24 hours at the latest. 
12.  If you wish to freeze fresh, unfrozen food, go on to 
the following chapter “Freezing/storage of fresh 
food”.
Important! 
Do  not store any bottles containing liquids. Liquid 
expands when frozen and the bottle can explode. Never 
keep containers with explosive substances (gas 
lighters, petrol, ether and the like) in the freezer 
compartment of the appliance. 
When storing ready frozen food, you must observe the 
manufacturer’s instructions on the food packaging.
Deep frozen ice-cream and ice lollies must be eaten 
only a few minutes after being taken from the appliance 
to avoid injury to lips and tongue (danger of skin 
detachment). For the same reason, avoid touching  
the inner walls with wet hands. We advise you to use 
defrosted or slightly frozen products within short time. 
As a rule, such products are not suitable for re-freezing. 
Freezing / storage of fresh food 
 
 
Almost all fresh products are suitable for freezing and 
storage in the appliance.
For the most common of these products, we provide a 
table with instructions on acceptable storage times and 
the most suitable packing material (see “storage table”
at the back of this user manual). 
Label the fresh products clearly as they are not easy to 
identify when deep frozen in transparent freezer-bags. 
We advise you to use commercially available labels for 
frozen foods.  
Pack fresh products in portions suitable for your 
household to prevent defrosting of quantities that are 
too large for consumption in one day in your household. 
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