User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX GT22311

[. . . ] GT22311 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN CHEST FREEZER USER MANUAL 2 www. electrolux. com CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION . 19 WE'RE THINKING OF YOU Thank you for purchasing an Electrolux appliance. [. . . ] It is possible to deactivate the function at any time by pressing Action Freeze switch. The Action Freeze light will switch off. HIGH TEMPERATURE ALARM An increase in the temperature in the freezer (for example due to an power failure) is indicated by switching on of the Alarm light During the alarm phase, don't place food inside the freezer. When normal conditions are restored the Alarm light will switch off automatically. ENGLISH 9 FIRST USE 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. 10 www. electrolux. com DAILY USE FREEZING FRESH FOOD The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time. To freeze fresh food activate the FROSTMATIC function at least 24 hours before placing the food to be frozen in the freezer compartment. The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24 hours is specified on the rating plate (Refer to "Technical data"). The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be frozen. OPENING AND CLOSING THE LID As the lid is equipped with a tightly closing seal, it is not easy to reopen it shortly after closing (due to the vacuum formed inside). Wait a few minutes before reopening the appliance. The vacuum valve will help you to open the lid. is shown on the rating plate; · the freezing process takes 24 hours. No further food to be frozen should be added during this period; · only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly cleaned, foodstuffs; · 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; · lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the storage life of food; · water ices, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, can possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt; · it is advisable to show the freezing in date on each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of the storage time. HINTS FOR STORAGE OF FROZEN FOOD To obtain the best performance from this appliance, you should: · make sure that the commercially frozen foodstuffs were adequately stored by the retailer; · be sure that frozen foodstuffs are transferred from the foodstore to the freezer in the shortest possible time; · not open the lid frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary. · Once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be refrozen. · Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food manufacturer. ENGLISH 13 CARE AND CLEANING CAUTION!Unplug the appliance before carrying out any maintenance operation. This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling unit; maintenance and recharging must therefore only be carried out by authorized technicians. 3. 4. Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. Regularly clean the appliance and the accessories with warm water and neutral soap. Connect the mains plug to the mains socket. Do not use detergents, abrasive products, highly perfumed cleaning products or wax polishes to clean the inner side of the appliance. There is no need to clean the compressor area. 7. Leave the lid open , remove the plug from the defrost water drain and collect all defrost water on a tray. When defrosting is completed, dry the interior thoroughly and refit the plug. Set the temperature regulator to obtain the maximum coldness and run the appliance for two or three hours using this setting. [. . . ] Connect the mains plug properly. Power does not reach the appliance. The appliance is not switched on. Try connecting another electrical device to the power outlet. Switch on the appliance. 16 www. electrolux. com Problem Possible cause There is no voltage in the mains socket (try to connect another appliance into it). Solution Call an electrician. CUSTOMER SERVICE If your appliance is still not working properly after making the above checks, contact the nearest service centre. To obtain fast service, it is essential that when you apply for it you specify the model and serial number of your appliance which can be found either on the guarantee certificate or on the rating plate located on the external right side of the appliance. REPLACING THE LAMP 1. [. . . ]