Thomson Vertical Freezer

Dear customer, Thank you for buying your new freezer. To ensure that you get the best results from your new freezer, please take time to read through these simple instructions in this booklet.

Please ensure that the packaging material is disposed of in accordance with the current environmental requirements.

If the freezer is visibly damaged, do not connect it to the power supply. Contact the store from where you purchased the appliance.

Important Safety Instructions

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury, follow these basic precautions when using your freezer.

1. WARNING: Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure clear of obstruction.
2. WARNING: Do not touch the interior of the chiller compartment with wet hands. This could result in frost bite.
3. WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
4. WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit when handling, moving, or using the refrigerator.
5. WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartment of the refrigerator, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
6. WARNING: Never allow children to play with, operate, or crawl inside the refrigerator.

   Risk of child entrapment: Before you throw away your old refrigerator:

   • Take off the doors.
   • Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
7. Unplug the refrigerator before carrying out user maintenance on it.
8. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
9. If a component part is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similar qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
10. Please dispose of the refrigerator according to local regulations as the refrigerator contains flammable gas and refrigerant.
11. Follow local regulations regarding disposal of the refrigerator due to flammable refrigerant and gas. All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under the guidelines of federal law must be removed before disposal. It is the consumer's responsibility to comply with federal and local regulations when disposing of this product.
12. This refrigerator is intended to be used in household and similar environments.
13. Do not store or use gasoline or any flammable liquids inside or in the vicinity of this refrigerator.
14. Do not use extension cords or ungrounded (two prong) adapters with this refrigerator. If the power cord is too short, have a qualified electrician install an outlet near the refrigerator. Use of an extension cord can negatively affect the refrigerator's performance.
15. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

Before Putting Into Use

• Before connecting the appliance to the power supply, let it stand for about 2 hours, which will reduce a possibility of malfunctions in the cooling system due to transport and handling.
• Clean the appliance thoroughly, especially in the interior (see section "HOW TO CLEAN").
• In case the interior accessories are not correctly placed, rearrange them as described in section "NAME OF THE PARTS".

Instructions for Use

These instructions are intended for the user. They describe the appliance and its correct and safe use. They were prepared for various types/models of freezers therefore, you may find in its description some functions and accessories that your appliance may not have.

Tips for Energy Savings

• Try not to open the door too often, especially when the weather is humid and hot. Once you open the door, keep in mind to close it as soon as possible.
• Every now and then, check if the appliance is sufficiently ventilated (adequate air circulation around the appliance).
• Set thermostat from higher to lower settings as soon as possible (depending on how loaded the appliance, the ambient temperature, etc.).
• Before loading the appliance with packages of freshly cooked foods, make sure they are cooled to ambient temperature.
• Ice and frost layers increase energy consumption, so defrost the unit as soon as the layer is 1/8" thick.

Important Notes

DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old freezer:

• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

• The appliance must be correctly connected to the power supply (See: “HOW TO INSTALL").
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Do not touch the cooled surfaces while the appliance operates, especially not with wet hands, because the skin may stick to the cold surfaces.
• Do not freeze bottles containing liquid, especially soft drinks and such drinks as mineral water, sparkling wine, beer, etc., because liquid expands during freezing and the glass bottle is very likely to blow up.
• Do not eat frozen food as it may cause frostbite.
• If food has strange odor or color, throw it away as it is very likely that it is spoiled and therefore dangerous to eat.
• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before repairing it (only a qualified technician should repair it) or before cleaning.
• Do not defrost the appliance with other electric devices (hair dryer, etc.) and never scrape the ice or frost layer with sharp tools.
• NOTE: the rating plate can be found on the inside the appliance or outside on the rear wall.

Names of the Parts

The freezer is depicted with its main components labeled. The diagram shows a vertical freezer with the door open.

• 1. Temperature Control Box
• 2. Adjustable legs
• 3. Top hinge cover
• 4. Hole button of door
• 5. Magnetic Gasket
• 6. Bottom hinge
• 7. Door stopper

How to Operate

Starting Your New Freezer

1. Clean the freezer thoroughly. Wipe the outside with a soft dry cloth, the interior with a clean moist cloth.
2. Insert the power supply cord into the socket.
3. Turn the thermostat dial to “7”. Close the door and let the freezer operate for 15-20 minutes.

Temperature Control

To control the internal temperature, adjust the thermostat dial. “1” is the warmest setting, and “7” is the coldest. The dial may be set any place on the scale; it does not have to be set exactly on a number. To make ice cubes in the freezer compartment, adjust the thermostat to the coldest setting.

Note: If you unplug the freezer, wait 3-5 minutes before restarting. The unit may fail to operate properly if restarted too quickly.

How to Defrost

Defrost the freezer when the frost accumulated on the evaporator is about 1/8" thick. Set the thermostat dial to “OFF” or “0” to defrost. Remove all contents from the freezer compartment. Leave the freezer door open to allow accumulated ice/frost to melt. Remove large pieces of ice as needed. Do not use hot water or other electric heating devices to melt the accumulated ice.

After defrosting, remove accumulated ice/water and wipe the freezer compartment with a soft cloth. Restart the unit per starting instructions. Never use a knife or other sharp instrument to scrape ice/frost from the inside of the unit.

How to Clean

• Cleaners: Never use harsh, abrasive cleaners, heavy-duty cleaners, or solvents on any surface.
• Exterior: Wipe with damp, sudsy cloth, rinse and dry. For stubborn stains and for periodic waxing, use silicon wax.
• Interior: Wash shelves and other removable parts in warm sudsy water, rinse and dry. Wash interior with baking soda solution (3 tablespoons to 1 liter of water) or warm sudsy water, rinse and dry.
• Magnetic Door Seals: Wash with warm sudsy water.
• Finishing Touch: Replace all parts and return thermostat dial to desired setting.

How to Install

Install freezer in a convenient location away from extreme heat and cold. Allow sufficient clearance between the freezer and side wall so the door will open without obstruction. Freezer is not designed for recessed installation.

Select a space with a strong level floor.

Allow 5 inches of space between the freezer's side and the wall. The appliance must be correctly connected to the power supply.

POWER CORD REPLACEMENT: If the freezer's power cord is damaged, have it replaced by a qualified repair agent.

What to do (Trouble Shooting)

When the freezer is not in use for a prolonged period:

• Remove the power plug from the power point.
• Remove all contents from the freezer.
• Dry the interior and leave the door open for a few days.

When you wish to move the freezer:

• Secure all movable parts and contents (package them separately if necessary).
• Transport the freezer only in an upright position. In any other position, you may damage the compressor.

Before calling service, please follow the checklist below. This may save you an expensive service call.

If the freezer seems too warm inside:

• Check that the door has not been opened too frequently or for too long.
• Check that the interior circulation is not obstructed by having too many goods stored (the freezer is overloaded).
• Did you store anything hot, without first cooling it to room temperature?
• Is there sufficient clearance around all sides and above the freezer?

If the freezer starts making unusual noises:

• Is it wobbling? Re-level it and check if it now operates normally.
• Have any objects fallen behind the freezer? If so, remove them and check if operation is now normal.
• Are any containers inside the freezer vibrating or resonating? If so, rearrange them then check to see if operation has returned to normal.

Changing the Reversible Door

CAUTION: To avoid personal injury to yourself and/or property, we recommend someone assist you during the door reversal process.

The process involves several steps, including removing and reattaching hinges and adjustable feet.

• 1. Remove the top hinge cover by unscrewing the screws that fix it.
• 2. Pull the door upwards to remove it from lower hinge.
• 3. Tilt the cabinet backwards to remove lower hinge and two adjustable feet.
• 4. Move the lower hinge to the opposite side and secure it, along with the 2 adjustable feet.
• 5. Position and slot the door onto the lower hinge.
• 6. Remove the plug cover (covering the hinge hole) on the top of the door frame, then secure the top door hinge cover on the same side of the door as the lower hinge.

The reversal process is now complete.

How to Dispose of the Packing Material

The packing material is recyclable.

The following procedure is recommended:

• Dispose of paper, cardboard and carton in the relative containers.
• Dispose of plastics in the relative containers.
• If you do not have recycling bins in your area then you can put this material in the ordinary bins and/or take it to the appropriate collection centers.

DISPOSAL:

Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste for special treatment is necessary.

What the crossed-out wheeled dustbin means: Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste; use separate collection facilities. ?️❌

Contact your local government for information regarding the collection systems available. If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health and well-being.

Product Specifications

1 Year Warranty

For service assistance and product information, please call: 1-800-968-9853.

Pour obtenir assistance et information appelez: 1-800-968-9853.

Curtis International Ltd.
7045 BECKETT DRIVE, UNIT 15, MISSISSAUGA, ON, L5S 2A3 www.curtisint.com

To make a warranty claim, do not return this product to the store. Please email support@curtiscs.com or call 1-800-968-9853.

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value. Prior to a replacement being sent, the product must be rendered inoperable or returned to us.

This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions., or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as on the specified rating on the label (e.g., 115V-60Hz).

We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.

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