User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX ZT140

[. . . ] Never use metal objects for cleaning your appliance as it may get damaged. Installation s Service / Repair s s s Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. This appliance should be serviced by an authorised Service Centre, and only genuine spare parts should be used. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or more serious malfunctioning. [. . . ] 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. Description of the appliance Thermostat Ice-cube production compartment 2 1 3 Butter shelves 6 5 4 Shelves Shelf Vegetable drawers Bottle shelf 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. However, the exact setting should be chosen keeping in mind that the temperature inside the refrigerator depends on: room temperature; how often the door is opened; the quantity of food stored; location of appliance. A medium setting is generally the most suitable. To stop operation, simply turn the thermostat knob to position «O». Operation Insert the plug into the wall socket. Open the refrigerator door and turn the thermostat knob, clockwise, beyond the «O» (STOP) position. The appliance will start to operate. Temperature regulation The temperature is automatically regulated and can be increased to achieve a higher temperature (warmer) by rotating the thermostat knob toward lower settings or reduced (colder) rotating the knob towards higher settings. 4 Storing chilled foods The refrigerator compartment is suitable for chilling food and drinks. For best results, it is important to follow the rules below: do not put hot food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator; cover or wrap all foods (especially spicy or strong-smelling foods); do not cover the shelves with paper, card or protective plastic sheeting which would prevent air from circulating through the grilles. We also recommend the following: cooked foods, cold dishes, jelly, etc. : should be well covered and may be placed on any shelf in the refrigerator; fruit and vegetables: should be washed and then placed in the salad box at the bottom of the refrigerator; butter and cheese: should be placed in suitable containers or wrapped in aluminium foil or plastic film to avoid drying out; milk in bottles: should be well capped and placed in the door compartment; raw meat (all types): should be wrapped in plastic bags and placed in the special meat box or on the top shelf immediately below the evaporator. Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic should not be placed in the refrigerator unless pre-packed. Defrosting During normal operation, the evaporator in the refrigerator compartment will gradually become covered with frost. This frost is a thermal insulator which inhibits cooling and must therefore be removed, otherwise there will be a significant reduction in cooling efficiency and an increase in electricity consumption. Press the button in the centre of the thermostat knob; 2. Once defrosted, the refrigerator will start up again automatically but the water which has collected in the basin placed under the evaporator must be removed. Movable shelves The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a series of runners so that the shelves can be positioned as desired. D040 Ice cube production The refrigerator is equipped with one or more ice cube trays, which should be filled with drinking water and placed in the special compartment. Do not use metal implements to detach the trays. 5 Maintenance Unplug the appliance before carrying out any maintenance operation. The light bulb The opening on the diffuser gives access to the light bulb. If the light does not come on when the door is opened, check that the bulb is screwed in properly; replace the bulb if the fault persists. The rating is shown on the light bulb cover. Periodic clearing Clean the inside with warm water and bicarbonate of soda. Clean the outside with a silicone wax spray. Clean the condenser and compressor with a brush or vacuum cleaner. This will improve performance and consequently save on electricity. Periods of non-use If you are not using the appliance for any length of time, the following precautions should be taken: unplug the appliance; take all food out; defrost and clean the inside and all the accessories; leave the door ajar so that air can circulate inside in order to prevent unpleasant smells forming. Customer service and spare parts If the appliance is not functioning properly, check that: the plug is firmly in the wall socket and the mains power switch is on; there is an electricity supply (find out by plugging in another appliance); the thermostat knob is in the correct position. Also check the following: If the appliance is very noisy, check that the sides are not vibrating against adjacent kitchen units and that the refrigeration unit pipes are not vibrating. [. . . ] Accurate levelling is ensured by one or more adjustable feet at the base of the refrigerator. 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. 7 Door reversibility The appliance must be unplugged before starting work. To reverse the opening direction of the door, proceed as follows: 1. [. . . ]