User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX ARC1415U

[. . . ] and please pass it to any future owner of the appliance. We wish you much joy with your new appliance. Safety information Children and vulnerable people safety General safety Daily Use Care and cleaning Installation Service Control panel Switching on Switching off Temperature indicator Temperature regulation FROSTMATIC function High temperature alarm Door open alarm First use Cleaning the interior Daily use Freezing fresh food Storage of frozen food 15 16 16 17 17 17 17 18 18 18 18 19 19 19 19 20 20 20 20 20 Freezing Calendar Thawing Ice-cube production Cold accumulators Helpful Hints and Tips Hints for freezing Hints for storage of frozen food Care and cleaning Periodic cleaning Defrosting the freezer Periods of non-operation What to do if. Subject to change without notice In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. [. . . ] Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance. For electrical connection carefully follow the instructions given in specific paragraphs. Report possible damages immediately to the place you bought it. It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor. Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads to overheating. Wherever possible the back of the product should be against a wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, condenser) to prevent possible burn. The appliance must not be located close to radiators or cookers. Make sure that the mains plug is accessible after the installation of the appliance. Any electrical work required to do the servicing of the appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. This product must be serviced by an authorized Service Centre, and only genuine spare parts must be used. This appliance does not contain gasses which could damage the ozone layer, in either its refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the finish. The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deepfrozen food for a long time. To freeze fresh food activate the FROSTMATIC function at least 24 hours before placing the food to be frozen in the freezer compartment. Place the fresh food to be frozen in the two top compartments. The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24 hours is specified on the rating plate , a label located on the inside of the appliance. The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be frozen. to utilize the maximum quantity indicated on the rating plate , remove all the drawers from the freezer compartment. To guarantee the best functionality and performance of the appliance, the food must be not placed in contact with the back wall of the freezer in the area as shown in the figure. When first starting-up or after a period out of use, before putting the products in the compartment let the appliance run at least 2 hours on the higher settings. In the event of accidental defrosting, for example due to a power failure, if the power has been off for longer than the value shown in the technical characteristics chart under "rising time", the defrosted food must be consumed quickly or cooked immediately and then refrozen (after cooling). The numbers indicate storage times in months for the appropriate types of frozen goods. [. . . ] This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling unit; maintenance and recharging must therefore only be carried out by authorized technicians. Clean the inside and accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap. Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure they are clean and free from debris. Do not pull, move or damage any pipes and/or cables inside the cabinet. [. . . ]