User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX ARCTIS1302-4E

[. . . ] Hints, useful information Environmental information Symbol for ideas At this symbol ideas can be found according to food and its storing. 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. [. . . ] The quick freeze function ("FROSTMATIC") is used to achieve the quick freezing of fresh food and to prevent the already frozen goods from undesirable warming up. For using the quick freeze function, press the quick freeze on/off switch (J) for 23 seconds; in the case of small and great food volumes you should do it approx. 4 and 24 hours, respectively, before you want to freeze the fresh food. The yellow indicator (H) will light up and the compressor will operate continuously until the product reaches the freezing temperature. Once the food is completely frozen (it may take up to 24 hours) you can manually Switch off the quick freeze function by pressing the switch (J) for 2-3 seconds. If not switched off manually, the quick freeze function will be automatically switched off 48 hours later. It is practical to replace frozen products into the storing compartments after freezing has finished so that to make room in the freezing compartment for another freezing. In large quantities of food are to be stored, remove the baskets except the lowermost one from appliance and place food on the shelves. Intermediate freezing does not deteriorate foods already stored. Some useful information and advice After opening and closing the door of the freezer, vacuum will rise inside the appliance because of the low temperature. So wait 2-3 minutes after closing the door while inner pressure equalises. The materials used on this appliance marked with the sympol are recyclable. This product is designed to avoid the formation of ice in the freezer. Accordingly, there is no need for manual defrosting. The product will automatically perform any defrosting once it becomes necessary. In order to facilitate the removal of the ice layer, the evaporator is assisted by electric heating during the defrosting procedure. The foods should be kept well-packed in order to avoid any moisture loss as a result of air circulation. Do not obstruct the vent holes because otherwise the operability of the product may be compromised. For such purpose it is recommended to put all foods in the drawers in the freezer compartment. Once is it disconnected from the mains, wash the product with lukewarm water and then wipe it dry. Use clean water to clean the door sealing gasket. after the cleaning operations , reconnect the product to the mains. [. . . ] Should the plug need to be replaced for any reason. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green and Yellow: Earth Blue: Neutral Brown: Live The wire coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter "E" or by the earth symbol or coloured green and yellow. Upon completion there must be no cut, or stray strands of wire present and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheath. The plug must still be accessible after the appliance has been installed. [. . . ]