User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX END32320W

[. . . ] During its manufacture, this appliance was built in compliance with the standards, directives and/or decrees for use on French territory. To ensure the safety of property and persons, as well as to respect the Environment, you should first read the instructions provided herein before using your new appliance. To avoid the risk of damaging the appliance in any way, carry it to its installation point with the transport wedges (depending on the model) still on. When unpacking the appliance, and to avoid risks of suffocation or personal injury, keep all packaging materials out of children's reach. [. . . ] our advice · Store only fresh, clean produce wrapped in packaging or packed in appropriate food grade boxes (a variety of different models are available for purchase). ⷠObserve the advice for food storage and the food hygiene rules provided in the paragraph entitled "Important warnings". To ensure the proper circulation of air, never cover the refrigerator shelves with paper or plastic. notes: bananas , potatoes , garlic and onions should not be stored in the refrigerator. Fermented cheeses should only be stored in the refrigerator if you wish to stop them maturing any further. In this case, they should be wrapped carefully. Door alarm If the refrigerator compartment door remains open for more than two minutes approximately, an alarm sounds. Refrigerator compartment Shelves The runners fitted on the sides of the appliance interior allow you to position the shelves at different heights. Half-shelf If your appliance is fitted with a half-shelf, you can move the half-shelf forward to place taller items on the shelf below. to do so: · Push the front half-shelf all the way under the rear half-shelf. - 3 hours before placing fresh food inside the appliance if it is empty (on commissioning, for instance). - 24 hours* before placing fresh food inside the appliance if it contains frozen food, and if you are using the maximum freezing capacity. Maintain the freezer setting for 24 hours* after placing the food for freezing inside it. Now return the appliance to a preservation setting by adjusting the thermostat to a middle setting. * These time frames can be reduced in proportion to the quantity of food to be frozen. The shelf on top of the vegetable drawer is fitted with a device featuring slots which can be adjusted by means of a lever. The purpose of this device is to delay the dehydration of fruit and vegetables, keeping them fresh and thus prolonging their preservation life. If you have to remove this shelf (when cleaning, for instance), make sure you reposition it correctly. Door storage trays You can remove these storage trays to clean them. To freeze under the best conditions: Observe the freezing capacity of your appliance, namely the maximum quantity of fresh food which can be frozen in 24 hours. the freezing capacity of your appliance is specified in the section entitled "Technical characteristics". Avoid storing fresh produce directly in contact with frozen foods. [. . . ] This appliance conforms with the following European Community Directives: · Positioning Position your appliance wherever possible as far away from heat sources as possible (heating appliances, cookers or bright sunlight). It should be installed at least 50 cm away from radiators, gas or coal cookers, and 5 cm away from electric ovens. Level the appliance correctly by adjusting its feet, so that it tilts slightly backwards to make it easier to shut the doors. The space underneath the appliance should remain free to allow the air to circulate. [. . . ]