User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EU6240T

[. . . ] Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the product. It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. Before any cleaning or maintenance work is carried out, be sure to switch off and unplug the appliance. Ice follies can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the appliance. [. . . ] Freezer operation can be halted by turning knob to position «s». Temperature regulation Turn knob beyond the «s» position. To safely store frozen and deep-frozen foods, the inner temperature of the freezer must be at least -18°C or colder. Therefore, we suggest you turn the knob to a medium setting. The temperature inside the freezer is automatically adjusted to ensure safe storage of the food. However if the appliance works in unfavourable room conditions such as poor ventilation, high ambient Quick freezing Activate fast freeze by depressing the fast freeze switch . The SUPER function can be ended by pressing the button again. The yellow light goes out. 5 Warning light This light warns when the temperature inside the appliance has increased so much as to jeopardize the preservation of food in the compartment. When the appliance is switched on for the first time or when food is placed in the compartment for freezing, this light remains on until the temperature has reached the level required for correct storage. Storage of commercially frozen food When you first start the freezer or if the freezer has been out of use for some time, we advise you to run your appliance for at least two hours in the «fast freeze» mode before storing frozen food. Important If there is a power failure when food is in the freezer, do not open the door of the freezer. The frozen food will not be affected if the power cut is of short duration (up to 18 hours) and the freezer is full, otherwise, it is recommended that the food should be used within a short time (a temperature increase of the frozen food shortens its safe storage period). Acoustic alarm This appliance also incorporates an alarm which gives off a sound signal whenever the warning light comes on. This signal can be temporarily stopped by depressing the push button for fast freezing . s During the freezing process, do not add further foods for freezing and do not open the freezer door. s The foods for freezing should not be placed in contact with already frozen foods, but put in the special freezing compartment. This will stop the temperature of already frozen foods from rising. s Never put fizzy drinks in the freezer as they might well burst. s In addition, never put hot foods or liquids in the freezer compartment and take care not to fill recipients up to the brim if they are covered with a lid. s It is a good idea to mark the packs with the date on which freezing started so that you can keep a check on storage periods. Tips for storage of commercially frozen food To get the best out of your freezer, in the case of storage of commercially frozen food you should ensure that: s the products have been correctly stored by the retailer; s that there is only a very short time between when you purchase the products and when you put them in the freezer; s you do not store products for longer than the time specified by the food manufacturer; s In addition, if the freezer has been out of use for some time, before putting the products in the compartment let the freezer run for at least two hours on the quick-freeze (SUPER) setting. After this, reset the freezer for normal storage use; s Avoid opening the door too frequently and when you do open it, leave it open only for as long as is strictly necessary; s A word of warning about ice lollies: they should not be eaten straight out of the freezer as this might cause cold burns. 7 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. The appliance is equipped with an air inlet filter (1) and an air outlet duct (2) on the ventilation grid. Keep clean to guarantee good ventilation and good working order of the appliance. 2 Defrosting The freezer compartment will become progressively covered with frost. This should be removed with the special plastic scraper provided, whenever the thickness of the frost exceeds 1/4". [. . . ] Voltage can vary by +6% of the rated voltage. For operation with different voltages, a suitably sized autotransformer must be used. Important The appliance must be earthed. The power supply cable plug is provided with a contact for this purpose. [. . . ]