User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EU1330U

[. . . ] This appliance should be serviced by an authorised Service Centre, and only genuine spare parts should be used. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or more serious malfunctioning. Refer to your local Service Centre, and always insist on genuine spare parts. The domestic refrigerators and freezers are designed to be used specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs only. [. . . ] Attention: keep ventilation openings clear of obstruction. If the appliance is transported horizontally, it is possible that the oil contained in the compressor flows in the refrigerant circuit. It is advisable to wait at least two hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor. There are working parts in this product which heat up. Always ensure that there is adequate ventilation as a failure to do this will result in component failure and possible food loss. Parts which heat up should not be exposed. Wherever possible the back of the product should be against a wall. If the appliance has been transported horizontally, it is possible that the oil contained in the compressor flows in the refrigerant circuit. It is advisable to wait at least two hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor. Environment Protection s This appliance does not contain gasses which could damage the ozone layer, in either its refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. The appliance shall not be discarded together with the urban refuse and rubbish. Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially at the rear near the heat exchanger. Small pieces of food can be cooked straight out of the freezer, without any intermediate thawing operation. Clearly, cooking time will be marginally longer than in the case of thawed food. 16 Defrosting Frost should be removed from the inside of the compartment with the special plastic scraper provided, whenever the thickness exceeds 4 mm. Do not use metal tools to remove frost so as to avoid seriously damaging the appliance. If a thick layer of ice is formed it will be necessary to carry out complete defrosting as following: 1. unplug the appliance from the mains socket or set knob (B) to position «O». wrap frozen food in several layers of newspaper and piace the food packages in a cool piace; 3. Insert the plastic scraper in the appropriate seating to act as an extension drain channel, piace a basin underneath to collect the defrost water; 4. when defrosting is completed, dry the interior thoroughly; 5. plug the appliance back in; set switch (B) to position «I», . Set the appliance to fast-freeze operation. After three hours, move switch (F) to the Normal setting. [. . . ] Fix the appliance with the 4 screws supplied. Fit the hinge cover (D), clipping it into place. D D648 3. Press on the seal between the appliance and the kitchen unit. D466 4. Apply covers (B) on joint cover lugs and into hinge holes. 21 5. [. . . ]