User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX KF5210

[. . . ] Save these instructions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety. For the safety of life and property keep the precautions of these user's instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by omission. Children and vulnerable people safety · This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. [. . . ] Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially at the rear near the heat exchanger. The materials used on this appliance marked by the symbol are recyclable. CONTROL PANEL Freezer Control panel 12 3 4 56789 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Pilot light ON/OFF switch Temperature regulator (warmest) Temperature indicator Temperature regulator (coldest) Action Freeze light Action Freeze switch Alarm light Alarm reset switch for a few seconds and then shows again the inside compartment temperature. The newly selected-temperature must be reached after 24 hours. During the stability period by the first starting the temperature displayed can not correspond to the setting temperature. Temperature indicator During normal functioning the Temperature indicator shows the temperature inside the freezer. Difference between the temperature displayed and temperature setting is normal. Especially when: · a new setting has recently been selected. · the door has been left open for a long time. · warm food has been placed in the compartment. Action Freeze function You can activate the Action Freeze function by pressing the Action Freeze switch. This function stops automatically after 52 hours. Make sure that foods do not exceed the load limit stated on the side of the upper section (where applicable) Important!In the event of accidental defrosting, for example due to a power failure, if the power has been off for longer that the value shown in the technical characteristics chart under "rising time", the defrosted food must be consumed quickly or cooked immediately and then re-frozen (after cooling). Thawing Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in the refrigerator compartment or at room temperature, depending on the time available for this operation. Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer: in this case, cooking will take longer. Ice-cube production This appliance is equipped with one or more trays for the production of ice-cubes. Fill these trays with water, then put them in the freezer compartment. Do not use metallic instruments to remove the trays from the freezer. 6 electrolux Cold accumulators The freezer contains at least one cold accumulator which increases storage time in the event of a power cut or breakdown. HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS Hints for freezing To help you make the most of the freezing process, here are some important hints: · the maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. 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 door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary. · Once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be refrozen. [. . . ] If necessary, replace the defective door gaskets. Contact the Service Center. TECHNICAL DATA Dimension of the recess Height Width Depth Rising Time 1780 mm 560 mm 550 mm 21 h The technical information are situated in the rating plate on the internal left side of the appliance and in the energy label. INSTALLATION Read the "Safety Information" carefully for your safety and correct operation of the appliance before installing the appliance. Positioning Install this appliance at a location where the ambient temperature corresponds to the climate class indicated on the rating plate of the appliance: Climate class SN N ST T Ambient temperature +10°C to + 32°C +16°C to + 32°C +16°C to + 38°C +16°C to + 43°C Electrical connection Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the rating plate correspond to your domestic power supply. electrolux 9 The appliance must be earthed. The power supply cable plug is provided with a contact for this purpose. [. . . ]