A comprehensive Operating and Service Manual. All schematics are complete and easy to read. The PCB drawings and complete parts list are very helpful. I would definitely recommend this manual.
Genuine Toshiba owner's manual. Couldn't really ask for more. And written in understandable English in contrast to a few recent experiences I have had with manuals for other equipment other than Toshiba but made in China and written in "Chinglish"!
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INSTALLATION
If this appliance featuring magnetic door seals is to replace an older appliance having a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure to make that spring lock unusable before you discard the old appliance. This will prevent it from becoming a death-trap for a child. Attention It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply; the plug must therefore be easily accessible after installation.
I. Alarm reset button
In the event of an abnormal temperature rise inside the freezer (e.g. power cut) the warning light (H) will start to flash and a buzzer will sound. After the temperature has returned to normal, the warning light (H) will continue to flash, although the buzzer has stopped. When the alarm button (I) is pressed, the warmest temperature reached in the compartment flashes on the indicator (D). If the power has been off for a long time, frozen food should be consumed as quickly as possible, or cooked and then re-frozen.
Door open acoustic alarm
An acoustic alarm will sound when the door is left open for more than 1 minute. The door open alarm conditions are indicated by: - flashing symbol (1); - red display illumination; - beeping sound. Press the button (C) to stop the acoustic alarm. When normal conditions are restored (door closed): - the acoustic alarm will stop.
Location
The appliance should be installed well away from sources of heat such as radiators, boilers, direct sunlight etc. For buiding into the kitchen units follow the special �Building-in� instructions given.
Storage of frozen food
When first starting-up or after a period out of use, before putting the products in the compartment let the appliance run at least 24 hours on the fast freeze setting. To obtain the best performance from this appliance, you should: if large quantities of food are to be stored, remove all drawers and baskets from appliance and place food on cooling shelves. Pay careful attention not to exceed load limit stated on the side of the upper section (where applicable).
Operation
Insert the plug in the power socket. Press the button ON/OFF (B). The freezer is switched on.
Electrical connection
Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the serial number plate correspond to your domestic power supply. Voltage can vary by ±6% of the rated voltage. For operation with different voltages, a suitably sized auto-transformer must be used. The appliance must be earthed. The power supply cable plug is provided with a contact for this purpose. If the domestic power supply socket is not earthed, connect the appliance to a separate earth in compliance with current regulations, consulting a specialist technician. The Manufacturer declines all responsibility if the above safety precautions are not observed. This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives: - 87/308 EEC of 2/6/87 relative to radio interference suppression. - 73/23 EEC of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications; - 89/336 EEC of 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications.
The freezer is pre-set to run at -18°C. this temperature will be reached in a few hours. As soon as the appliance is switched on the temperature indicator (D) shows the current temperature inside the freezer, the alarm reset light (H) flashes and a buzzer sounds. Press the alarm reset button (I). The buzzer stops and the alarm light (H) continues to flash until the setting temperature is reached.
Important If there is a power failure when food is in the freezer, do not open the door of the freezer compartment. The frozen food will not be affected if the power cut is of short duration (up to 6-8 hours) and the freezer compartment is full, otherwise, it is recommended that the food should be used within a short time (a temperature increase of the frozen food shortens its safe storage period).
Freezing fresh food
The freezer compartment is suitable for long term storage of commercially frozen food, and for freezing fresh food. The maximum quantity of foods to freeze in 24 hours is shown on the serial number plate. The freezing process takes 24 hours. During this period do not put other foods in the freezer. This function stops automatically after 54 hours. To freeze fresh food, press the Super Frost button (G). Place the food to be frozen in the upper compartment. The maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. is shown on the rating plate; Warning! When the �Super Frost� function is to be used:
about 6 hrs Introducing small quantities of fresh food before (about 5 kg) about 24 hrs Introducing the maximum quantity of food before (see rating plate) not needed Introducing frozen food Introducing small quantities of fresh food not needed daily 2 kg maximum
Cold accumulators
The freezer contains two cold accumulators which increas storage times in the event of a power cut or breakdown. They are located in the upper compartment.
Thawing
Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in the refrigerator compartment or at room temperature, depending on the time available for this operation. Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer: in this case, cooking will take longer.
Ice-cube production
This appliance is equipped with one or more trays for the production of ice-cubes. Fill these trays with water, then put them in the freezer compartment. Do not use metallic instruments to remove the trays from the freezer. 5
