User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX ECN1503

[. . . ] Keep packaging material away from children!During Use This appliance is designed for domestic use only, specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs. It is not intended for commercial or industrial use. Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low temperatures. [. . . ] Adjust the temperature by turning the control knob with a coin that fits the groove. Turning the thermostat control knob towards. SUPER makes the temperature in the freezer colder, and turning the control knob towards no. The correct setting can be found by measuring the temperature of the top package in the middle of the freezer. This should not have a temperature warmer than -18°C. continuously, creating a sufficient reserve of the temperature required. Turn the thermostat control knob 6-24 hours before placing new food in the freezer, depending on how much food is to be frozen. Place the food in the freezer and leave the thermostat set at SUPER. Then turn the thermostat control knob back again. The freezer will return to normal storage temperature. If the thermostat control knob is accidentally left at the coldest setting the freezer will not be damaged, but energy will be wasted. Frozen Food Storage When first starting the freezer or if the freezer has been out of use for some time, we advise you to run your appliance for at least 2 hours before storing frozen food. Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the manufacturer. If the temperature within your freezer should rise, do not refreeze the food without checking its condition. The following guidelines should assist you: Ice cream: Once thawed should be discarded. Fruits & Vegetables: If soft should be cooked and used up. Breads & Cakes: Can be refrozen without danger. Shellfish: Should be refrigerated and used up quickly. casseroles should be refrigerated and used up. Large Pieces of Meat: Can be refrozen providing there are still ice crystals remaining within them. Small Joints: Should be cooked and can then be refrozen as cooked dishes. Chicken: Should also be cooked and refrozen as a fresh dish. Food Storage To obtain the best performance from your freezer: Do not store warm food or evaporating liquid. Avoid buying frozen food if you cannot store it straight away. The use of an insulated container is advisable. [. . . ] Replace the previously removed food. Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply Internal Cleaning Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5m1 to 0. 5 litre of water). NEVER use detergents, abrasive powders, highly perfumed cleaning products or wax polishes to clean the interior as these will damage the surface and leave a strong odour. F To carry out complete defrosting: External Cleaning Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. When the Appliance is not in Use When the appliance is not in use for long periods, disconnect from the electricity supply, empty all foods and clean the appliance, leaving the lid open to prevent unpleasant smells. Important A temperature rise of the frozen food packs during defrosting may shorten their safe storage life. Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off frost from the evaporator as this could damage the appliance beyond repair. 7 Something Not Working If the appliance is not working correctly, please carry out the following checks before calling out an engineer. SYMPTOM No power to the appliance SOLUTION Check there is power at the socket Check there is not a power cut by checking the household lights. Check the thermostat control knob is turned to the correct setting relevant to ambient conditions. [. . . ]