STORING FROZEN FOOD
Prepacked commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen food manufacturer's
instructions for a 
frozen food storage compartment.To ensure that the high quality achieved by the frozen food manufacturer and the food retailer is maintained the following should be remembered:
1.Put packets in the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase.
2.Do not exceed "Use By", "Best Before" dates on the packaging.
3.For hygiene reasons, always wrap food using a suitable packaging material before storing in your appliance to avoid contact with the appliance surface.
DEFROSTING
Defrosting of the appliance Defrost twice a year or when a frost layer of around 7 mm (1/4”) has formed. To start defrosting procedure turn the thermostat to zero position (Alternatively you may switch off the
freezer at the socket outlet and pull
out the mains plug.)All food should be wrapped in several layers of newspaper and stored in a cool place (e.g. fridge or larder).Remove all freezer drawers.The special defrost collection basin collects the defrost water. Therefore defrosting can be conducted without mess. Containers full of warm water may be placed carefully in the freezer to speed up the defrosting.
Do not use pointed or sharp edged
objects such as knives, forks to remove the frost.Never use hairdryers, electrical heaters and other similar electrical appliances for defrosting.
When defrosting has finished, sponge out any defrost water which collects
at the bottom of the freezer and dry the interior thoroughly. Turn the thermostat to 2. Close the freezer
door. Insert the plug into the wall socket and switch on the electricity
supply. Don’t forget to tape over the switch to avoid accidental disconnection.
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