User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EJ2302AOW

[. . . ] 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. It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. Before any cleaning or maintenance work is carried out, be sure to switch off and unplug the appliance. [. . . ] Disposal of old appliances The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. 45 Freezing fresh food / Storage of frozen food / Thawing . 45 Ice-cube production / Movable shelves / Positioning the door shelves / Explanation of the cold zone signs 46 Hints Hints for refrigeration / Hints for freezing / Hints for storage of frozen food . Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the interior and all internal accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a brand-new product, then dry thoroughly. Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the finish. The refrigerator compartment is suitable for cooling drinks and for normal food storing. To obtain the best performance: ¥ do not store warm food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator ¥ cover or wrap up the food, particularly if it has a strong smell. Open the door and turn the thermostat control knob, to be found on the upper right hand side of the inner compartment, clockwise beyond position ÇOÈ (OFF) to start the appliance. ¥ Fruit & vegetables: these should be thoroughly cleaned and placed in the bottom drawer. ¥ Butter & cheese: these should be placed in special airtight containers or wrapped in aluminium foil or polythene bags to keep out as much air as possible. ¥ Milk bottles: these should have a top and should be stored in the bottle rack on the door. ¥ Raw meat (beef, pork, lamb & poultry): wrap in polythene bags and place on top of the salad compartment, this being the coldest spot in the refrigerator. Meat can only be stored safely in this way for one or two days at the most. Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed, must not be kept in the refrigerator. ¥ prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make it possible subsequently to thaw only the quantity required; ¥ wrap up the food in aluminium foil or polythene and make sure that the packages are airtight; ¥ do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food which is already frozen, thus avoiding a rise in temperature of the latter; ¥ lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the storage life of food; ¥ water ices, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, can possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt; ¥ it is advisable to show the freezing-in date on each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of the storage time; ¥ do not put carbonated liquids (fizzy drinks, etc. To obtain the best performance from this appliance, you should: ¥ make sure that the commercially frozen foodstuffs were adequately stored by the retailer; ¥ be sure that frozen foodstuffs are transferred from the foodstore to the freezer in the shortest possible time; ¥ not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary. ¥ Once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be refrozen. ¥ Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food manufacturer. To help you make the most of the freezing process, here are some important hints: ¥ the maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. [. . . ] During this operation it is not necessary to switch off the power supply or to remove the foodstuffs. However, when the ice becomes very thick on the inner liner, complete defrosting should be carried out as follows: 1. Pull out the plug from the wall socket or turn the thermostat knob to the ÇOÈ setting; 2. Remove any stored food, wrap it in several layers of newspaper and put it in a cool place; 3. [. . . ]