User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EUC31209W

[. . . ] General information and tips Environmental information The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. electrolux 5 CONTENTS Safety Information Use Cleaning the interior Control panel Starting Temperature regulation Quick-freezing Temperature alarm light Sound signal alarm Freezing fresh food Storage of frozen food Freezing calendar Thawing Ice-cube production Cold accumulators 6 9 9 9 9 9 10 10 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 Health and safety guideline Maintenance Internal cleaning External cleaning When the appliance is not in use Defrosting Something not working Technical specifications Installation Positioning Rear spacers Electrical connections Door reversibility Guarantee/Customer Service Customer Care European Guarantee www. electrolux. com 12 13 13 13 13 14 15 16 17 17 18 19 21 23 24 25 26 6 electrolux SAFETY INFORMATION It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. [. . . ] It is perfectly normal for the temperature alarm light to remain flashed for a short time after the freezer is initially turned on. It will remain flashed until the optimum temperature for the conservation of frozen food is attained. In order to freeze the quantity indicated on the rating plate, arrange the food directly in contact with the cooling surfaces. If the food is frozen in the baskets, the maximum quantity freezable is slightly less. electrolux 11 Storage of frozen food When first starting-up or after a period out of use, before putting the products in the compartment let the appliance run at least two hours on the coldest setting, then turn the thermostat knob to the normal operating position. To obtain the best performance from this appliance, you should: if large quantities of food are to be stored, remove all drawers and baskets from appliance (except for the last one at the bottom) and place food on cooling shelves. Pay careful attention not to exceed load limit statedon the side of the upper section (where applicable). Freezing Calendar 1-2 3-4 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 10 -12 10 -12 10 -12 10 -12 The symbols show different types of frozen goods. The numbers indicate storage times in months for the appropriate types of frozen goods. Whether the upper or lower value of the indicated storage time is valid depends on the quality of the foods and pre-treating before freezing. 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. 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 refrozen (after cooling). Ice-cube production This appliance is equipped with one or more trays for the production of icecubes. Fill these trays with water, then put them in the freezer compartment. Do not use metallic instruments to remove the trays from the freezer. Cold accumulators 2 cold accumulators are supplied in the freezer; these increase the length of time for which food will keep in the event of a power failure or breakdown. They must be placed in the top drawer . 12 electrolux HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES Because of consumer demand, preservatives have been removed from many pre-prepared foods. Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, check the following points: Symptom No power to the appliance Solution Check there is power at the socket. Check the fuse has not blown. The temperature in the freezer is too high Check the thermostat control knob is turned to the correct setting relative to ambient conditions. Check the ambient temperature is within the appliance's operating limits, please refer to the installation section in this instruction book. Relocate the appliance if necessary. The freezer door will not open The compressor runs continously Has door just been opened?Adjust the thermostat control knob to give correct temperature control. Large quantities of food have recently been placed in the cabinet and/or door is frequently opened. Check that air ventilation is not obstructed. Excessive frost and ice has built Ensure the door is not left open. up Check that nothing is preventing the door from closing Is the door gasket intact and clean. Noise Refer to normal operating sounds. If, after the above checks, there is still a fault, call your local Service Force Centre. In guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown. Please note that proof of purchase is required for any in-guarantee service calls. 16 electrolux TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS Height Width Depth 140 60 62, 5 cm cm cm POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY TOTAL POWER ABSORBED AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY * GROSS CAPACITY Freezer 230-240 V / 50 Hz 120 W 0. 660 kWh 185 l NET CAPACITY Freezer 164 l * This figure is based on standard test results in accordance with European Standard EN 153. Actual consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located. electrolux 17 INSTALLATION Warning IF YOU ARE DISCARDING AN OLD APPLIANCE THAT HAS A LOCK OR CATCH ON THE DOOR, YOU MUST ENSURE THAT IT IS MADE UNUSABLE TO PREVENT YOUNG CHILDREN BEING TRAPPED INSIDE. [. . . ] · Position and fix the upper hinge on the opposite side (1-2) · Reinsert the 2 plastic hinge covers (3) · Lift up the appliance to vertical position. · Open the door and reposition the upper door plastic trim with screws. Warning After having reversed the opening direction of the doors check that all the screws are properly tightened and that the magnetic seal adheres to the cabinet. In that case, wait for the natural fitting of the gasket or accelerate this process by heating up the part involved with a normal hairdrier. Lay down the appliance back side down. · Fix the handle on the opposite side, insert the plastic plugs into the holes left open that can be found in the instruction for use bag. [. . . ]