User manual ELEKTRA DC400

[. . . ] Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable. Important: if the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from your local Service Centre. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. Always ensure that there is adequate ventilation as a failure to do this will result in possible food loss. [. . . ] The back of the cabinet may be placed close to the wall but must not touch it. 100 mm HELP US TO HELP YOU SERVICE A 10 mm B 10 mm In the event of your appliance requiring service, before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have followed the checklist something not working on page 14. SERIAL NUMBER This can be found on the rating plate situated inside the refrigerator cabinet on the left side. NP002 HOW TO OBTAIN AFTER SALES SERVICE QUICKLY Appliance Service telephone number of the Electricity Company from whom you purchased your machine Telephone number A 45 PR60 Rear spacers The plastic bag containing all relevant documentation also contains two spacers to be fitted into special holes in the back of the appliance. Fit the spacers into the holes, taking care to ensure that the arrow (A) is positioned as shown in the Figure. Then turn them through 45 (arrow (A) vertical) until they lock into place. DO NOT INSTALL IN PLACES WITH RESTRICTED VENTILATION Your appliance will be heavy when loaded with food and must therefore be stood on a strong firm floor which should also be level. Adjust the level of the appliance by screwing out the adjustable foot, or feet, at the bottom of the cabinet using your fingers (see figure). The receptionist will need the answer to certain questions so, to save time and money please have the following information ready in case you have to call us. Your name, address and postcode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Your telephone number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Name of appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ELECTRA. . . . FRIDGE FREEZER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Model number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EBD 900. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The serial number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . After letting the appliance run for at least half an hour, replace the previously removed food into the compartment. D068/2 Setting the temperature The temperature inside the refrigerator is regulated by a thermostat with 6 temperature positions and an OFF (O) position. Position 1 = minimum coldness Position 6 = maximum coldness Turn the thermostat dial to the required position. The thermostat setting can vary as the temperature inside the refrigeration compartment depends on the following factors: room temperature how often the door is opened how much food is stored position of the appliance Important If the fridge is not defrosting correctly, it is possible that because a very low temperature has been selected, the motor is working continuously, which prevents the defrost cycle from operating. To ensure correct defrosting, a lower number should be selected on the thermostat and you should notice that the motor cuts out from time to time, which is correct. If you wish to return to a lower temperature, turn the thermostat to a higher number, however you should turn the setting lower occasionally to allow automatic defrosting. Low Ambient Temperature Switch To ensure that the appliance is working efficiently when the room temperature drops below 16C, the switch mounted next to the thermostat control should be switched on. D710 A A - Low Ambient Switch The freezer compartment The four-star freezer compartment is suitable for storage of commercially frozen food and for freezing fresh foods. Freezing fresh food When freezing large amounts of fresh food turn the thermostat to maximum approximately 1 hour prior to freezing. Place food to be frozen in the upper drawer of the freezer as this is the coldest part. If large quantities of food are to be stored, remove all drawers and baskets from the appliance and place food on cooling shelves. Pay careful attention not to exceed load limit stated on the side of the upper section. Important When defrosting the freezer, the fridge is also controlled by the thermostat and will not be operational during this period. A temperature rise of the frozen food packs, during defrosting, may shorten their safe storage life. Attention! In the event of a power failure causing the temperature within your freezer to rise, do not refreeze the food without checking its condition. Large Pieces of Meat: can be re-frozen providing there are still ice crystals remaining within them. Important In the event of a power cut the food in the freezer will not be affected if the power cut is short and if the freezer is full. [. . . ] When the compressor is on, the refrigerant is being pumped round, and you will hear a whirring sound or pulsating noise from the compressor. A thermostat controls the compressor, and you will hear a faint click when the thermostat cuts in and out. CONDENSER DEFROST TRAY COMPRESSOR D273 When the appliance is not in use When the appliance is not in use for long periods, disconnect from the electricity supply, empty all foods and clean the appliance, leaving the doors ajar to prevent unpleasant smells. D037 Important To avoid defrost water overflowing into the fridge, periodically clean the water discharge hole in the centre of the V shaped drip collector at the back of the refrigerator compartment behind the salad crisper. Use the defrost cleaner provided which you will find already inserted into the discharge hole. Vegetables should be directly immersed in boiling water; ready-cooked dishes can be placed directly in the oven in their aluminium wrapping. A microwave oven is particularly suitable for thawing any type of frozen or frozen food: follow the oven instructions, particularly regarding the placement of aluminium wrapping or containers in the oven. [. . . ]