User manual DYNATEK DC3-3

[. . . ] do not try to repair the problem by trying to access the internal components of the appliance. If damaged, the power supply cord on this appliance must necessarily be replaced by our service centre because special tools are required for replacement. Do not use electric appliances inside the compartment for food storage, if these are not those recommended by the manufacturer. At the end of the functional life of your appliance – containing cyclopentane gas in the insulation foam and perhaps gas R600a (isobutane) in the refrigeration circuit – the latter should made safe before being sent to the dump. [. . . ] Then turn the thermostat knob “H” to setting “3”. After a few hours have passed, you can place fresh food in the refrigerator compartment and frozen foods into the freezer. How to use the refrigerator compartment. . . The thermostat automatically regulates the temperature inside the appliance 1 = less cold 5 = colder It is recommended that a medium setting be used. To increase the amount of space, optimize arrangement and improve appearance, this appliance has a “cooling area” located within the back panel of the refrigerator compartment. When the appliance is operating, this panel may be covered with frost or droplets of water depending on whether the compressor is operating or not at a given time. If the thermostat knob is positioned on higher settings while the refrigerator is heavily filled and the ambient temperature high, the appliance may run continuously, resulting in the formation of frost on the back cooling area. To avoid this situation, just turn the thermostat knob to a lower setting so that the appliance defrosts automatically. Storing Food in the Refrigerator Compartment Food Wrapped meat and cleaned fish (use plastic wrap or pack in plastic bags) Fresh cheese Eggs Butter, margarine Cooked or precooked food (placer in air-tight containers and when cool store in refrigerator) Sausages, salami, sandwich meats in general, fresh pasta, custards, puddings, chocolates, cream pastries, bread, dry pastries, red tomatoes Bottled products, milk, drinks, yoghurt Fruits and legumes 3 or 4 days Storage Time 2 or 3 days 3 or 4 days 1 month Location in the Refrigerator On the shelf above the vegetable crisper (which is the coldest area). On any shelf. 3 or 4 days On any shelf. On special door shelves. In vegetable crisper. What Not to Store in the Refrigerator Garlic (transmits odour), onions and leeks. Potatoes and root vegetables (store in dark, dry places). 3 GB - Within the refrigerator compartment, the air circulates naturally, with the colder air falling because it is heavier. This is the reason why meat and cheeses should be placed above the vegetable crisper. - Please follow our instructions carefully on maximum storage time: any food, even the freshest, will not remain edible for any extended amount of time. Very slowly in refrigerator. Tinfoil 1/3 9 Very slowly in refrigerator. Tinfoil Tinfoil or Cling Wrap Tinfoil or Cling Wrap Plastic Baggies Plastic Baggies Store in salted water in aluminium containers or plastic containers. Tinfoil or Cling Wrap Plastic Baggies 3/4 5/6 6 9 4/6 2/3 3/6 Very slowly in refrigerator. Not required. Shellfish 3 Very slowly in refrigerator. Boiled Fish Fried Fish 12 4/6 In hot water. Directly in pan. 5 GB Fruits and Vegetables Food Preparation Blanching Time 2’ Wrapping In Containers (cover with syrup) In Containers (cover with syrup) In Containers (cover with sugar) In Containers (add 10% sugar) In Containers (sugar to taste) Storage (months) 12 Thawing Time In refrigerator very slowly. In refrigerator very slowly. Apples and Pears Apricots, Peaches, Cherries and Plums Strawberries Blackberries and Raspberries Cooked Fruit Peel and cut into slices. Peel and pit. 1’ / 2’ 12 Rinse and fry. 10 / 12 Cut, cook and strain. 12 Fruit Juice Wash, cut and crush. Remove leaves, cut head into small pieces and blanch in water and a little lemon juice. Preparation 10 / 12 Cauliflower 2’ Plastic Baggies 12 Not required. Cabbage and Brussel Sprouts Peas French Beans Carrots, Peppers and Turnips Mushrooms and Asparagus Spinach Vegetable for Soups 1’ / 2’ 2’ 2 3’ / 4’ Plastic Baggies Plastic Baggies Plastic Baggies Plastic Baggies Plastic Baggies or Containers Plastic Baggies Plastic Baggies or Containers Wrapping 10 / 12 12 10 / 12 12 At room temperature. Not required. 3’ / 4’ 2’ 3’ Blanching Time 6 12 6/7 Storage (months) 4 At room temperature. Not required. Various Foods Thawing time At room temperature and in the oven. Proceed as follows: turn the thermostat knob (H) to the · setting "0" (Fig. 3). Then wrap all the frozen and fast-frozen food in newspaper, placing it either in the refrigerator or in a cool place. [. . . ] However, to preserve this quality of your appliance, the food stored in it must be well closed and covered to prevent spills which could stain it and cause unpleasant odors. To clean both the interior and exterior, use a sponge with warm water and baking soda, which is, among other things, a good disinfectant. - All the removable part should be taken out and allowed to soak in hot water and dishwashing soap. If you decide not to use the appliance (during the summer), it must cleaned and the doors left open to prevent the formation of mold and unpleasant odors. [. . . ]