User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX ERN1572

[. . . ] Kühlschrank / refrigerator GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNGEN INSTRUCTION BOOKLET ERN 1572 ERN 2272 D 2222 744-63 GB Safety Instructions Please read these operating instructions carefully before installing the appliance. These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure you fully understand them before installing or using the appliance. If you are unsure about the meaning of these warnings contact the Customer Care Department. [. . . ] ¥ For a quicker freezing operation, turn the thermostat knob to the coldest setting; but remember that, in this condition, the refrigerator compartment temperature might drop below 0¡C. If this occurs reset thermostat knob to a warmer setting. ¥ At the first starting-up or after a period out of use, before putting the products in the compartment, let the appliance run for at least two hours on the coldest setting, then turn the thermostat knob to the normal operating position. Interior Accessories Ice-cube production This appliance is equipped with one or more trays for the production of ice-cubes. Fill these trays with water, then put them in the freezer compartment. Do not use metallic instruments to remove the trays from the freezer. Hints Freezing of fresh food and storage of frozen food ¥ 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. ¥ Do not touch frozen food with wet hands. Your hands could stick to the food and cause skin abrasions. ¥ It is advisable to show the freezing-in date on each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of the storage time. ¥ Be sure that frozen foodstuffs are transferred from the foodstore to the freezer in the shortest possible time. ¥ Do not put carbonated liquids (fizzy drinks, etc. ) in the freezing compartment as they may burst. ¥ Once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be refrozen. Maintenance Unplug the appliance before carrying out any maintenance operation. Warning This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling unit maintenance and recharging must therefore only be carried out by authorised technicians. Defrosting Refrigerator compartment ¥ Defrosting the refrigerator compartment is automatic. The defrost water drains out through a trough into a container at the back of the appliance, above the motor compressor, where it evaporates. ¥ It is important to periodically clean the defrost water drain hole. D037 15 Freezer compartment ¥ Remove the frost with a plastic scraper. ¥ Whenever the thickness of the frost exceeds 5 mm complete defrosting should be carried out. Prooceed as follows: ¥ Remove any stored food, wrap it in several layers of newspaper and put it in a cool place. ¥ Pull out the plug from the wall socket or turn the thermostat knob to the ÇOÈ setting. ¥ Leave the door open, place a basin on the top shelf of the refrigerator compartment, under the drain hole, remove the plug as shown in the figure. Cleaning Never use metal objects for cleaning your appliance as it may get damaged. 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. [. . . ] ¥ Maintain recommended ventilation. It is necessary that the niche is provided with a conduct of venti-lation having the following dimensions: Depth 50 mm Width 540 mm The climate classification can be found on the rating plate, which is located inside the cabinet on the left hand wall. The following table shows which ambient temperature is correct for each climate classification: Climate classification SN N ST T 18 for an ambient temperature of +10 to +32¡C +16 to +32¡C +18 to +38¡C +18 to +43¡C Door reversal The applianceÕs door has been locked in position for transport by means of pins on both sides. According to the door opening direction, remove relevant pins at the top and at the bottom. If the ambient temperature is cold (i. e. [. . . ]