The SIA CHF60W is a compact, freestanding slimline chest freezer designed for individuals or small households needing extra frozen storage in various settings like homes, student accommodations, caravans, or boats. It offers a convenient 51-liter capacity with 7 temperature settings and includes useful accessories for maintenance, though it requires manual defrosting.
Freestanding Slimline Design: With a width of just 35.5cm, this freezer is specifically designed to fit into narrow spaces, making it an ideal solution for compact living areas or as an auxiliary storage unit.
4-Star Freezer Rating: Guarantees optimal temperatures for safe, long-term storage of frozen foods, preserving their quality and nutritional value.
Aluminium Interior: Provides a durable, easy-to-clean, and efficient internal environment, contributing to consistent cooling performance.
Defrost Drain: Simplifies the manual defrosting process by providing an easy way to manage and remove melted ice water.
7 Temperature Settings: Offers versatile control over the internal climate, allowing users to fine-tune the temperature for different types of contents and energy efficiency.
Removable Wire Basket: Enhances organization, allowing users to keep smaller or frequently accessed items easily visible and within reach.
Ice Scraper Included: A practical accessory that aids in the manual defrosting process, making ice removal more convenient and efficient.
Compact and Slimline: Excellent for small spaces or as supplementary storage.
Versatile Placement: Suitable for various environments including homes, student accommodations, caravans, and boats.
Adjustable Temperature Control: Seven settings for optimal food preservation.
Useful Accessories: Includes a removable wire basket for organization and an ice scraper for maintenance.
2-Year Guarantee: Provides reassurance with parts and labour coverage.
Good Capacity for Size: Offers 51 liters of net storage in a small footprint.
Manual Defrost: Requires periodic manual defrosting, which can be less convenient than auto-defrost models.
Energy Class E: While efficient for its type, newer models may offer higher energy ratings.
Advised Minimum Working Temperature: Not suitable for placement in environments consistently below 10°C (e.g., unheated garages in winter).
Noise Level: At 42 dBa, it's generally quiet, but may be noticeable in very silent environments.
Compact and Slimline: Excellent for small spaces or as supplementary storage.
Versatile Placement: Suitable for various environments including homes, student accommodations, caravans, and boats.
Adjustable Temperature Control: Seven settings for optimal food preservation.
Useful Accessories: Includes a removable wire basket for organization and an ice scraper for maintenance.
2-Year Guarantee: Provides reassurance with parts and labour coverage.
Good Capacity for Size: Offers 51 liters of net storage in a small footprint.
Manual Defrost: Requires periodic manual defrosting, which can be less convenient than auto-defrost models.
Energy Class E: While efficient for its type, newer models may offer higher energy ratings.
Advised Minimum Working Temperature: Not suitable for placement in environments consistently below 10°C (e.g., unheated garages in winter).
Noise Level: At 42 dBa, it's generally quiet, but may be noticeable in very silent environments.
The SIA CHF60W chest freezer excels in providing supplementary frozen storage where space is a premium. Its 51-liter net capacity is perfect for individuals, small families, or for storing bulk purchases, breast milk, or garden produce. The 4-star freezer rating means it can reliably freeze fresh food and maintain temperatures for long-term storage of pre-frozen items, ensuring your food stays safe and fresh.
Thanks to its slimline design, this freezer can easily fit into kitchens, utility rooms, or even discreet corners that larger appliances cannot. The 7 temperature settings allow you to adjust the cooling intensity based on your needs, whether you're storing ice cream that needs to be extra cold or general frozen goods. The removable wire basket is a practical addition, helping to organize smaller items like packets of herbs or individual frozen meals, preventing them from getting lost at the bottom of the freezer. This unit is particularly useful for students in dorms, caravan owners, or anyone needing reliable extra freezer space without a large footprint.
Unpack: Carefully remove all packaging materials and internal packing. Inspect the freezer for any transit damage.
Placement: Choose a level, stable location away from direct sunlight, heat sources (like ovens or radiators), and excessive moisture. Ensure there is adequate ventilation around the unit.
Stability: Use the adjustable feet (if present) to ensure the freezer is level. A level freezer operates more efficiently and quietly.
Initial Power-On: Allow the freezer to stand upright for at least 4 hours before plugging it into a grounded electrical outlet. This allows the refrigerant to settle. Turn the thermostat to an initial setting (e.g., setting 4) and allow it to cool down for several hours before loading with food.
Location: Designed for freestanding use in indoor environments such as kitchens, utility rooms, student accommodations, or inside caravans and boats.
Temperature: The advised minimum working ambient temperature is 10°C (50°F). Do not place this freezer in unheated areas (like garages or sheds) where the temperature can consistently drop below this, as it may affect performance and efficiency.
Cleaning: Regularly wipe down the exterior with a soft cloth and mild detergent. Clean the interior with a solution of baking soda and warm water. Always unplug the freezer before cleaning.
Manual Defrosting: This freezer requires manual defrosting when ice build-up on the interior walls reaches about 5-10mm.
Unplug the freezer and remove all food items, storing them in a cooler or another freezer.
Use the ice scraper provided to carefully remove ice. Avoid using sharp metal objects.
Place a shallow tray under the defrost drain (located on the front-bottom or inside) to collect melted water.
Once all ice has melted, wipe the interior dry with a clean cloth.
Plug the freezer back in and allow it to cool down before returning food.
Door Seal: Regularly check the door seal for dirt or damage. A clean, intact seal ensures efficient operation. Clean with a damp cloth.
Power Outages: Keep the freezer door closed during power outages to maintain the internal temperature for as long as possible.