User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX SK81840-5I

[. . . ] These operating instructions are for use with several technically comparable models with varying accessories. Please observe the notes which apply to your model. Notes which are important for your safety or for the proper functioning of the appliance are stressed with a warning triangle and/ or with signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Attention!). This symbol and numbered instructions guide you step by step in the operation of the appliance. [. . . ] If the FROSTMATIC function is not ended manually, the appliance electronics switch off the FROSTMATIC function after 24 hours. The FROSTMATIC function can be ended manually at any time by pressing the FROSTMATIC button again. The yellow light goes out. 43 Switching the Appliance off 0 1. To switch off, hold down the ON/OFF button for approx. This will result in a countdown from "3" to "1" taking place in the temperature display. On reaching "1" the fridge will switch off. Note: The appliance cannot be switched on or off if unplugged, or if there is no power being supplied to it. Following connection to the mains power supply, the appliance returns to the same operating state as before the interruption of main power. If the appliance is not going to be used for an extended period: 1. Switch off the appliance, holding down the ON/OFF button until the display goes off (see above). Remove the mains plug or switch off or turn out the circuit breaker or fuse. Tip: Food in the fridge should always be covered or packaged, to prevent drying and tainting of other food. The following are suited for packaging: ­ Polyethylene airtight bags and wraps; ­ Plastic containers with lids; ­ Special plastic covers with elastic; ­ aluminium foil. Freezing and storing frozen food Important!· The temperature in the freezer compartment must be ­18 °C or colder before freezing food or storing food already frozen. · Please observe indicated freezing capacity on the rating plate. The freezing capacity represents the maximum amount of fresh goods that can be frozen within 24 hours. If you freeze goods on several days, one after the other, freeze amounts equal to 2/3 to 3/4 of the capacity indicated on the rating plate. · Allow warm food to cool down before freezing. The warmth will cause increased ice formation and increase the power consumption. · Please observe maximum storage times and expiry dates of frozen goods. · Thawed foods which have not been processed further (cooked into meals) may not under any circumstances be frozen a second time. 48 Freezing and storing frozen food · Do not freeze too large a quantity at any one time, the quality of the food is best preserved when it is frozen right through to the core as quickly as possible. [. . . ] Refit the light bulb cover and the cross head screw. 54 Noises during Operation The following noises are characteristic of refrigeration appliances: · Clicks Whenever the compressor switches on or off, a click can be heard. · Humming As soon as the compressor is in operation, you can hear it humming. · Bubbling/Splashing When refrigerant flows into thin tubes, you can hear bubbling or splashing noises. Even after the compressor has been switched off, this noise can be heard for a short time. Regulations, Standards, Guidelines This appliance was designed for household use and was manufactured in accordance with the appropriate standards. [. . . ]