User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EU6427C

[. . . ] The appliance must not be located close to radiators or gas cookers. Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight. There must be adequate ventilation round the back of the appliance and any damage to the refrigerant circuit must be avoided. For freezers only (except built-in models): an ideal location is the cellar or basement. [. . . ] 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 tlie oil to flow back in the compressor. 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. Information on your local disposal sites may be obtained from your municipal authorities. The materials used on this appliance marked with the symbol are recyclable. s s s CONTENTS Installation s s s s s GB 39 40 40 40 40 41 42 42 42 42 42 36 36 36 36 37 37 38 s s Internal thermometer Freezing fresh food Storage of frozen food Thawing Ice cube production Defrosting Positioning Cleaning the interior Assembly instructions Door reversal Instructions for totally built-in appliances Electrical connection s s s s s Maintenance s Technical specification Use s s s s Periodic cleaning Extended periods of non-operation Interior light 38 39 39 39 39 39 s s Operation Temperature regulation Fast freezing Warning light Defective operation 35 INSTALLATION If this appliance featuring magnetic door seals is to replace an older appliance having a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure to make that spring lock unusable before you discard the old appliance. This will prevent it from becoming a death-trap for a child. GB Cleaning the interior Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the interior and all internal accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a brand-new product, then dry thoroughly. Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the finish. Positioning The appliance should be installed well away from sources of heat such as radiators, boilers, direct sunlight etc. Best performance is obtained with ambient temperature between +18°C and +43°C (class T); +18°C and +38°C (class ST); +16°C and +32°C (class N); +10°C and +32°C (class SN). The class of your appliance is shown on its rating plate. For building into kitchen units follow the special " Building-in" instructions given. Assembly instructions Fitting the decor panel (Fig. Attention: keep ventilation openings clear of obstruction. D567 37 Air is taken in through the ventilation grille at the bottom of the appliance, but an air outlet "gap", measuring 50 mm deep by 540 mm wide (Fig. 6), must be provided in the rear of the kitchen unit. This outlet gap must also be kept clear between the top of the unit and the ceiling. 50 54 Fig. 6 0 P L H D240 Slide the refrigerator into the unit recess and fit the screws into the top bracket (Fig. 7 Electrical connection Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the serial number plate correspond to your domestic power supply. Voltage can vary by ±6% of the rated voltage. For operation with different voltages, a suitably sized auto-transformer must be used. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS The technical data is indicated in the rating plate on the left side inside the appliance. GB 38 USE The control panel max GB This freezer has been marked with the symbol, which means that it is suited to the freezing of fresh foods, the conservation of frozen foods and the production of ice-cubes. min A B C DEF Warning light Warning light (F) lights up when the temperature inside the freezer compartment has increased to a value which jeopardizes the long-term storage 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, it is normal for this light to remain on until the temperature has reached the level required for correct storage. A. Warning lamp Operation Insert the plug into the wall socket. The pilot light will light up, indicating that the appliance is powered. Turn the thermostat knob, clockwise, beyond the «s» (STOP) position. The appliance will start to operate. To stop the appliance, turn the thermostat knob to position «s». Audible alarm This appliance incorporates an alarm switch which gives off an audible signal when the temperature inside the freezer has risen to a point where safe storage of frozen food is no longer ensured. [. . . ] Do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food which is already frozen, thus avoiding a rise in temperature of the latter. Important Do not put carbonated liquids (fizzy drinks, etc. ) in the freezing compartment as they may burst. Do not use a mechanical device or any artificial means to speed up the thawing process other than those recommended by the manufacturer. However, when the ice becomes very thick on the inner liner, complete defrosting should be carried out as follows: pull out the plug from the wall socket or turn the thermostat knob to the «O» setting; remove any stored food, wrap it in several layers of newspaper and put it in a cool piace; leave the door open, and insert the plastic scraper in the appropriate seating at the bottom centre, placing a basin underneath to collect the defrost water: when defrosting is completed, dry the interior thoroughly; keep the scraper for future use; turn the thermostat knob back to the required setting or replace the plug in the power socket. [. . . ]