User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX GLFC1526

[. . . ] Use & Care Manual Freezer Product Registration Energy Saving Ideas Important Safety Instructions First Steps Setting the Temperature Control Freezer Optional Features Care and Cleaning Power Failure/Freezer Failure Avoid Service Checklist Warranty 2 2 2-3 3-4 4 4-6 7-8 8 9 - 10 11 READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P/N 297079200 (Feb 2006) Product Registration · Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the freezer. Overloading the freezer forces the compressor to run longer. Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality or spoil. · Be sure to wrap foods properly and wipe containers dry before placing them in the freezer. [. . . ] To Defrost Upright Models with Defrost Drain: · Remove the drain plug on the inside floor of the freezer by pulling it straight out. · To access external drain tube on models with a base panel, first remove the two screws from the base panel. Locate the drain tube near the left center under the freezer. · Place a shallow pan under the drain tube. Check the pan occasionally so water does not overflow (see figure 1). · A ½ inch garden hose adapter can be used to drain the freezer directly into a floor drain. If your model is not equipped with an adapter, one can be purchased at most hardware stores. · Replace the drain plug when defrosting and cleaning are completed. If the drain is left open, warm air may enter the freezer. To Defrost Chest Models with Defrost Drain: · Place a shallow pan or the Divider/Drain Pan (if equipped) beneath the drain outlet. Pull out the outside drain plug (see figure 2). A ½ inch garden hose adapter can be used to drain the freezer directly into a floor drain (see figure 3). If your model is not equipped with an adapter, one can be purchased at most hardware stores. · Pull out the drain plug inside the freezer (see figure 4). Check pan occasionally so water does not overflow. · Replace the drain plugs when defrosting and cleaning are completed. If the drain is left open, warm air may enter the freezer. To Defrost Models without Defrost Drain: · Place towels or newspapers on the freezer bottom to catch the frost. · Remove the towels and/or newspapers. · If the frost is soft, remove it by using a plastic scraper. If the frost is glazed and hard, fill deep pans with hot water and place them on the freezer bottom. Figure 1 DEFROST DRAIN PLUG PAN Figure 2 HOSE ADAPTOR DEFROST DRAIN PLUG Figure 3 Figure 4 Cleaning The Inside After defrosting, wash inside surfaces of the freezer with a solution of two (2) tablespoons of baking soda in one (1) quart (1. 136 liters) warm water. Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the area of the controls, or any electrical parts. [. . . ] Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc. , which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory. 10. [. . . ]