Before placing your new refrigerator into operation please read these
operating instructions carefully. They contain important information
for safe use, for installation and for care of the appliance.
Please keep these operating instructions for future reference. Pass them
on to possible new owners of the appliance.
Notes which are important for your safety or for the proper function-
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ing of the appliance are stressed with a warning triangle and/or with
signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Important!). Please observe the following carefully.
01. This symbol and numbered instructions guide you step by step in the
operation of the appliance.
2. .....
Supplementary information regarding operation and practical uses of
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the appliance appear after this symbol.
Tips and notes concerning economical and environmentally sound use
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of the appliance are marked with the cloverleaf.
Explanations of the technical terminology used in the operating
instructions can be found at the end in the section "Technical
Terminology".
The operating instructions contain instructions for the correction of
possible malfunctions by the user in the section "Something not
working". If these instructions should not be sufficient, please contact
your local AEG Service Force Centre.
If you require assistance or advice on your appliance, please contact
our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone or visit our website at www.aeg.co.uk.:
Customer Care Department
AEG Domestic Appliances
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire SL 1 1DZ
Tel:08705 350350
nted on paper manufactured with environmentally sound processes.
These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure
that you understand them all before installing or using this
appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure
about any of the meanings of these warnings contact the Customer
Care Department.
Prior to Installation
• Check the refrigerator/freezer for transport damage. Under no
circumstances should a damaged appliance be installed! In the event
of damage, please contact your retailer.
Installation
• This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.
• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this
product in any way.
• Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply
cable. If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by a cable
available from your local Service Force Centre.
• Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried
out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
• Parts which heat up should not be exposed. Whenever possible, the
back of the appliance should be close to a wall, but leaving the
required distance for ventilation, as stated in the installation
instructions.
• The appliance should be left for 4 hours after installation before it is
turned on, in order to allow the refrigerant to settle.
Refrigerant
The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant
circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of
environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable.
• During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain
that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become
damaged.
• If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged:
– avoid open flames and sources of ignition;
– thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.
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Important Safety Instructions
Child Safety
• Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the
product.
• Keep packaging material away from children! (There is a risk of
suffocation!)
During Use
• This appliance is designed for domestic use only, specifically for the
storage of edible foodstuffs only. It is not intended for commercial or
industrial use
• Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low
temperatures. Do not store any containers with flammable materials
such as, spray cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc in the
freezer.
• Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has thawed out.
• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer.
• Ice lollies can cause ’frost/freezer burns’ if consumed straight from
the freezer compartment.
• Do not remove items from the freezer compartment if your hands are
damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer. They can burst
when the contents freeze.
• Manufacturers´ recommended storage times should be adhered to.
Refer to relevant instructions.
Maintenance and Cleaning
• Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance and disconnect from
the electrical supply.
• When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not
pull on the cable.
Servicing
• This product should be serviced by an authorised engineer 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 serious malfunctioning.
Contact your local AEG Service Force Centre.
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Environmental Information
Packaging
All transit packaging materials are environmentally compatible and can
be reused. Wood is un-treated. The plastics can be recycled and are
identified as follows:
>PE< for polyethylene, e.g. the outer covering and the bags in the interior.
>PS< for polystyrene foam, e.g. the pads, which are pure hydrocarbon
compounds and can be recycled.
The carton parts are made from recycled paper. Please dispose of the
packaging with due care for the environment.
Old Appliances
When disposing of your old appliance:
Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the cable and remove any
door catches to ensure small children cannot be trapped inside.
Help to keep your country tidy - use an authorised disposal site.
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Appliance Transport
Two people are required for transport of the appliance. There are two
recessed handles at the front of the base and at the back of the appliance at the top for improved gripping.
01. Grip the appliance with the recessed handles positioned as in the draw-
ing, and transport the appliance.
2. In order to push the appliance into its final position, press carefully at
the top of the door and tip the appliance back slightly. The weight is
thus transferred to the back wheels and the appliance can be easily
pushed.
Before Use
Packaging
01. Remove all adhesive tape and packaging from the interior of the appli-
ance.
Any remnants of adhesive can be removed with white spirit.
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Before Use
2. Remove the transport protection pieces and pull off the adhesive tape.
3. Wash the inside of the appliance with lukewarm water with a little
bicarbonate of soda added (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Do not use soap
or detergent as the smell may linger. Dry the appliance thoroughly.
Remove the transport fittings from
the storage shelves:
4. Slide the fittings securing the shelf
forward to the thicker section on
the edge of the storage shelf.
5. Slide the storage shelf far enough
forward so that it can be hinged
downwards and the fittings can be
removed from the guides.
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Installation
Installation Location
The appliance should be installed in a well ventilated, dry room.
Energy use and efficient performance of the appliance is affected by
the ambient temperature.
The appliance should therefore
– not be exposed to direct sunlight;
– not be installed next to radiators, cookers or other sources of heat;
– only be installed at a location whose ambient temperature
corresponds to the climate classification, for which the appliance is
designed.
The climate classification can be found on the rating plate, which is
located at the left on the inside of the appliance.
The following table shows which ambient temperature is correct for
each climate classification:
Climate classificationfor an ambient temperature of
SN+10 to +32 °C
N+16 to +32 °C
ST+18 to +38 °C
T+18 to +43 °C
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The refrigerator/freezer needs air
Air is fed under the door through the
vent slots in the base and is exhausted
upwards along the back wall. To ensure
proper air circulation never cover or
alter the vent openings.
Important! If the appliance is installed
under a hanging cabinet, a clearance of
at least 10 cm between the top of the
appliance and the cabinet above it must
be maintained.
Please check whether, after installing
your appliance and especially after
reversing the door, the door seal seals
tightly. A badly fitting door seal may
lead to heavy frosting and a higher
power consumption (see also "Something not working“).
Installation
Appliance Alignment
01. The appliance must be level. Please compensate for unevenness in the
floor by turning the two adjustable feet at the front.
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Installation
Electrical Connection
Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried
out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
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The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures
not be observed.
Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the
same as that indicated on the appliance rating plate. The rating plate is
inside, on the left.
The appliance is supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted. In the event of
having to change the fuse in the plug supplied, a 13 amp ASTA
approved (BS 1362) fuse must be used.
Important
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green
Green and Yellow Earth
BlueNeutral
BrownLive
As the colours of the wires in the
mains lead of this appliance may
not correspond with the coloured
markings indentifying the
Blue
terminals in your plug, proceed
as follows:
1. The wire coloured green and
yellow must be connected to
the terminal marked with the
letter "E“ or by the earth symbol or coloured green and yellow.
2. The wire coloured blue must be connected to the terminal "N“ or
coloured black.
3. The wire coloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked
"L“ or coloured red.
4. Upon completion there must be not cut, or stray strands of wire
present and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheat.
& Yellow
Brown
Cord Clamp
Warning! A cut-off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious
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safety (shock) hazard. Ensure that the cut-off plug is disposed of safely.
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Reversing The Door
The door hinges can be changed from right (as supplied) to left if
required to suit the location where the appliance is installed.
Warning! Unplug from the mains, before reversing the door.
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01. Open the freezer compartment
door and remove the plinth to
the front. Move the door bearing
cover on the plinth from the left
to the right.
2. Close the freezer compartment
door. Open the fridge compartment door and unscrew the
retaining screw for the self-closing mechanism on the top of the
freezer compartment door.
3. With the freezer compartment
door closed, remove the crosshead screws from the lower door
bearing and remove the door
bearing downwards.
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Reversing The Door
4. Move the bearing pivot from the
right to the left hand hole.
Remove the freezer compartment
door carefully to the front and
place on one side.
5. Unscrew the centre door bearing.
6. Remove the fridge compartment
door carefully to the front and
place on one side.
7. Unscrew the retaining screw for
the self-closing mechanism on the
bottom of the fridge compartment door.
8. Move the upper bearing pivot to
the left.
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9. Move the door handles from the
left to the right and cover the
remaining holes with the hole
cover pins.
10. Fasten the self-closing mechanism
to the bottom left of the fridge
compartment door.
11. Carefully slide the fridge compartment door onto the top bearing pivot and close.
Reversing The Door
12. Slide the centre door bearing into
the bottom left of the fridge compartment door and fasten to the
housing.
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Reversing The Door
13. Fasten the self-closing mechanism
on the top left of the freezer
compartment door,
14. Carefully slide the freezer compartment door onto the centre
bearing pivot and close.
15. Place the lower door bearing with
the bearing pivot in the lower left
of the freezer compartment door
and fasten.
16. Open the freezer compartment
door and fit the plinth.
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Appliance Description
View of Appliance
á Control panel
à Butter and cheese compartment with lid
â Door storage compartments
ä Variable storage box
ã Bottle compartment/bottle rack
å Fruit and vegetable drawers
ç Shelves
é Freezer drawer (only for storage)
When defrosting the bottom drawer also serves as a water
collecting vessel.
è Freezer drawer (for storage and freezing)
ê Freezer tray with cold accumulation block
ë Rating plate (upper or lower left)
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Appliance Description
Freezer tray with "Cold Accumulation Block"
At the top of the freezer section
there is a freezer tray with a
freezer pack and an ice tray.
Refer to the section "Prior to
Initial Start-Up" regarding the
freezing of the cold accumulation
block.
In the event of power failure or a malfunction of the appliance, the
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cold accumulation block will increase the hold over period by several
hours.
The block may also be used in a cool bag to keep the temperature of
food down during transportation.
Berries, for example, can be pre-frozen on the freezer tray. Advantage:
The berries are not squashed and maintain their natural form. The
frozen berries can then be stored in compartments or drawers packaged
in individual portions.
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Control Panel
1ON/OFF indicator light for refrigerator (green)
2ON/OFF button for refrigerator
3Temperature setting button for refrigerator
(for warmer temperatures)
4Temperature display for refrigerator
5Temperature setting button for refrigerator
(for colder temperatures)
6COOLMATIC indicator light (yellow)
• COOLMATIC for intensive cooling in the refrigerator
7COOLMATIC button
8ON/OFF indicator light for freezer compartment (green)
9ON/OFF button for freezer compartment
10Temperature setting button for freezer compartment
(for warmer temperatures)
11Temperature display for freezer compartment
12Temperature setting button for freezer compartment
(for colder temperatures)
13FROSTMATIC indicator light (yellow)
• FROSTMATIC for fast freezing in the freezer compartment
14FROSTMATIC button
15Warning indicator light (red)
16WARNING OFF button
(see section: "Control and Information Systems")
Appliance Description
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Appliance Description
Temperature setting buttons
The temperature is adjusted using the „+“
(WARMER) and „-“ (COLDER) buttons.
These buttons are connected to the temperature display.
• The temperature display is switched over from the display of the
ACTUAL temperature (Temperature display is illuminated) to the display of the DESIRED temperature (Temperature display flashes) by
pressing one of the two buttons, „+“ (WARMER) or „-“ (COLDER).
• Each time one of the two buttons is pressed again the DESIRED tem-
perature is adjusted by 1 °C.
• If neither button is pressed, the temperature display automatically
switches back after a short period (approx. 5 sec.) to the display of
the ACTUAL temperature.
DESIRED temperature means:
The temperature that has been selected for inside the fridge or the
freezer compartment. The DESIRED temperature is indicated by flashing
numbers.
ACTUAL temperature means:
The temperature display indicates the current temperature inside the
fridge or the freezer compartment. The ACTUAL temperature is indicated with illuminated numbers.
Temperature Displays
The temperature displays shows several
types of information.
• During normal operation, the temperature currently present in the
fridge or the freezer compartment (ACTUAL temperature) is displayed.
• When the temperature is being adjusted a flashing display indicates
the fridge or the freezer compartment temperature currently set
(DESIRED temperature).
• If there is a fault in the appliance the temperature display shows:
– a square in the upper part of the temperature display for a fault in
the fridge,
– a square in the lower part of the temperature display for a fault in
the freezer.
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Prior to Initial Start-Up
Before connecting the appliance to the mains and putting it into ope-
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ration for the first time, leave the appliance to stand for 30 minutes if
transported upright. After transport on its side, the appliance must be
left to stand for 4 hours before putting it into operation. This is necessary to allow the oil to flow back into the compressor. Otherwise the
compressor may be damaged.
01. Please clean the appliance interior and all accessories prior to initial
start-up (see section: "Maintenance and Cleaning").
2. Remove the cold accumulation block from the freezer tray.
3. Place the cold accumulation block into a compartment or drawer only
after the optimal storage temperature of -18 °C has been reached, and
allow to freeze.
4. After 24 hours place the cold accumulation block at the freezer tray or
at the front of the upper drawer.
5. Re-freeze the thawed cold accumulation block in the same fashion, e.g.
after cleaning the appliance.
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Initial Start-Up
The fridge and freezer sections can each be regulated independently of the
other. When operating with a compressor, if there are large alterations
to the temperature setting in one part of the appliance, the
temperature in the other part of the appliance may be affected.
If, for example, the fridge temperature is turned down a lot, so that the
compressor runs for a long time to reach the lower temperature, the
temperature in the freezer space also falls a little.
Please take special note of remarks in the section “Defrosting”.
01. Insert plug into mains socket.
Refrigerator Start-Up
01. Press refrigerator ON/OFF button.
The green power indicator for the fridge compartment lights up. The
refrigerator temperature display shows the current, actual refrigerator
temperature. A warning tone sounds and the flashing red warning light
indicates that the required storage temperature has not yet been
reached.
2. Press the WARNING OFF button to switch off the warning tone.
3. Set the refrigerator to the desired temperature (see section: "Tempera-
ture Adjustment").
Goods to be refrigerated can be loaded immediately after switching on,
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because the storage temperature in the refrigerator is quickly reached.
Freezer Compartment Start-Up
01. Press freezer compartment ON/OFF button.
The green power indicator for the freezer compartment lights up. The
freezer compartment temperature display shows the current, actual
freezer compartment temperature. A warning tone sounds and the
flashing red warning light indicates that the required storage temperature has not yet been reached.
2. Press the WARNING OFF button to switch off the warning tone.
3. Set temperature to -18 °C or colder (see section: "Temperature Adjust-
ment").
Do not load freezer with goods until a temperature of -18 °C has been
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reached, or until the red warning display has gone out.
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Temperature Adjustment
With the individual temperature setting buttons the desired
temperatures in the refrigerator and in the freezer compartment can be
adjusted independently of one another.
01. Press either the „+“ (WARMER) or „-“ (COLDER) button for the refriger-
ator or freezer compartment .
The temperature display switches over and the DESIRED temperature
currently set flashes on the temperature display.
2. To adjust to a warmer temperature, press the „+“ (WARMER) button. To
adjust to a colder temperature, press the „-“ (COLDER) button. The
changed setting is immediately displayed on the temperature display.
Each time the button is pressed the temperature is adjusted by 1 °C.
Note: From a food safety point of view, +5 °C for the refrigerator com-
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partment and -18 °C for the freezer compartment should be considered
cold enough as a storage temperature.
3. When the buttons are not further pressed after an adjustment has been
made, after a short period (approx. 5 sec.) the temperature display
switches over and again displays the ACTUAL temperature in the refrigerator compartment. The display changes from flashing to continuous
illumination.
The compressor will start and then run automatically.
When the setting is changed, the compressor does not start immedi-
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ately if automatic defrosting is currently taking place.
Important! Please check red warning display and temperature display
regularly to ensure maintenance of the storage temperature.
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COOLMATIC/FROSTMATIC
COOLMATIC
The COOLMATIC function is suited for quick cooling of
large quantities of goods in the refrigerator, e.g. drinks
and salads for a party or wedding.
01. The COOLMATIC function is switched on by pressing the COOLMATIC
button. The yellow light illuminates.
The COOLMATIC function now allows for intensive cooling. A temperature of +2 °C is automatically selected. The COOLMATIC function is
ended automatically after a period of 6 hours. The originally selected
DESIRED temperature is again valid. The temperature display shows the
ACTUAL refrigerator temperature.
2. The COOLMATIC function can be ended manually at any time by pressing the COOLMATIC button again. The yellow light goes out.
Important! When COOLMATIC is operating, the temperature in the
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freezer compartment falls a little.
FROSTMATIC
The FROSTMATIC function allows for quick freezing of
fresh food products, and at the same time protects
previously stored goods against undesired warming in the
freezer compartment.
01. The FROSTMATIC function is switched on by pressing the FROSTMATIC
button. The yellow light illuminates.
2. The FROSTMATIC function can be ended manually at any time by pressing the FROSTMATIC button again. The yellow light goes out.
If the FROSTMATIC function is not ended manually, the appliance electronics switch off the FROSTMATIC function after 52 hours. The yellow
light goes out.
Important! When FROSTMATIC is operating, the temperature in the
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fridge compartment falls a little.
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Switching the Appliance Off
The fridge section can be switched off independently of the freezer
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section. When the freezer section is switched off, the fridge section is
also switched off.
01. To switch off, hold down both the ON/OFF buttons for approx.
5 seconds. This will result in a countdown from "3" to "1" taking place
in the temperature display. On reaching "1" the fridge section or the
appliance will switch off. The temperature display will go 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 mains power.
If the appliance is not to be used for an extended period:
01. Switch appliance off by pressing and holding both ON/OFF buttons for
about 5 seconds.
2. Remove the mains plug or switch off.
3. Defrost freezer compartment and clean thoroughly (see section: "Main-
tenance and Cleaning").
4. Leave the doors open after defrosting to avoid accumulation of odours.
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Holiday Mode
In the holiday mode the temperature for the refrigerator is approximately +15 °C. In the holiday mode it is therefore possible to leave the
door of the empty refrigerator closed during periods of extended
absence. Advantage: Unintentional closing of the door, or accidental
closing of the door by persons who have access to your home during
your absence, is no longer possible. Without the holiday mode leaving
the door closed would lead to the accumulation of odours and mould.
After emptying and cleaning the appliance, proceed as follows:
01. To set the holiday mode, press the „+“ (WARMER) or „-“ (COLDER) but-
ton.
The temperature display will change and indicate in flashing numbers
the DESIRED temperature that is currently set.
2. Hold down the „+“ (WARMER) button until the temperature display
indicates H (for holiday). The temperature shown in the temperature
display will change in steps of 1 °C until it reaches +8 °C. After +8 °C
the value +15 °C will appear in the display with the letter H. The fridge
is now operating in energy-saving holiday mode.
To switch the fridge back to normal operation, press the „-“ (COLDER)
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button.
Important! Do not store any goods in the refrigerator when the holiday
mode is in operation. The temperature is regulated at about +15 °C
when the holiday mode is in operation. This is too warm for food products.
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Control and Information Systems
The control and information systems consist of a temperature display,
an optical warning display and an acoustic warning.
The system warns if:
– when the appliance door is open
– the temperature in the refrigerator or freezer compartment is too
high;
– functional errors with the appliance.
"Open Door"-Warning
If the fridge or freezer door is left open the red warning display will
flash and an acoustic warning tone will sound
– after approx. 80 seconds if the freezer door is left open
– after approx. 5 minutes if the fridge door is left open
If you need more time to load or rearrange refrigerated or frozen foods,
you can switch off the warning tone by pressing the WARNING OFF
button.
If the doors are still left open the warning tone will sound again at the
end of the appropriate period of time.
If the doors remain open for longer than 80 minutes the warning tone
will switch itself off automatically.
The red warning display will go off when the doors are closed.
Temperature Warning
For the fridge:
The red warning display flashes and a warning tone sounds as soon as
the temperature in the fridge rises to more than +10 °C.
01. You can switch off the warning tone using the WARNING OFF button.
The warning display and warning tone switch themselves off automati-
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cally when the temperature in the fridge drops to below +11 °C.
The warning tone switches itself off automatically after 80 minutes
have passed, even if the temperature remains above +11 °C.
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For the freezer:
The red warning display flashes and a warning tone sounds as soon as
the temperature in the freezer rises to more than -12 °C. In addition
the freezer temperature display flashes.
01. You can switch off the warning tone using the WARNING OFF button.
The freezer temperature display stops flashing and displays the warmest temperature that has been reached in the freezer during the temperature alarm. After approx. 5 seconds the temperature display reverts
to the current freezer temperature.
The warning tone switches itself off automatically
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– if the temperature in the freezer falls to lower than -11 °C. The red
warning display and the temperature display continue to flash.
– after 80 minutes have passed. The red warning display and the tem-
perature display continue to flash.
If the possibility of partial or complete thawing exists, you should
check the quality of the foods.
Function Errors
If the electronics in the appliance detects a technical defect that has to
be rectified by the customer, the temperature display indicates:
– a square in the upper part of the temperature display for a fault in
the fridge,
– a square in the lower part of the temperature display for a fault in
the freezer.
Opening the Freezer Compartment Door
If the freezer compartment door is closed when the appliance is in
operation, it is possible that it cannot be immediately opened again. A
vacuum occurs in the freezer compartment which holds the door closed
until pressure has been equalised. The door can be opened again after
several minutes.
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Interior Accessories
Storage Shelves
A storage shelf must be inserted into the lower guide track above the
fruit and vegetable drawers. It must always remain in this position, so
that fruits and vegetables remain fresh longer.
The remaining storage shelves can
be adjusted to various heights:
01. Pull the storage shelf forward until
it can be tipped up or down and
removed.
2. To insert at a different height use
the same procedure in reverse.
Adjustment for tall items:
01. Remove the front half of the two-
part vario glass storage shelf and
insert it at a different level. Space is
then gained for storage of tall items
on the storage shelf below.
Bottle Rack
Place bottles in the rack with the
bottleneck to the front.
Important: Only store unopened
bottles horizontally.
The bottle rack can be tilted for
storing opened bottles.
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Interior Accessories
01. To do this pull the bottle rack for-
ward until it can be tilted
upwards, then slide the front support into the next level up.
Variable Inner Door
The door compartments can be pulled up and removed, and inserted at
other positions as needed.
Drawers and Compartments
Vario drawer-set
The two large fruit and vegetable drawers can be divided with an
adjustable partition (not included with all models).
Bottle Holder
Some models are equipped with a
bottle holder in the bottle compartment. This is used to prevent individual bottles from falling over and can
be slid sideways.
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Correct storage
For physical reasons, the refrigerator compartment has different temperature zones.
The coldest zone is on the lowest storage
shelf immediately above the fruit and vegetable drawers. Warmer zones are the upper
storage shelves and door racks. The arrangement (see fig.) indicates where different types
of food are best stored to make the most of
temperature variations.
For instance, the shelf immediately above the
fruit and vegetable drawers should be 5 °C
for safe storage of meat and fish products. In
order to check that the appliance is at 5 °C
on the lowest shelf you can carry out the
following test yourself:
01. Place a cup of water in the centre of the said
shelf with a thermometer inside.
2. Leave the fridge door closed overnight and
check the temperature first thing in the morning.
3. At this point the temperature should read no more than 5 °C; if it does,
you need to adjust the temperature regulator to a colder setting.
For further information on keeping food cool and safe a guide
published by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food is available
and can be obtained free of charge by contacting:
Foodsense, London SE99 7TT. Tel: 0645 556000
Tip: Food stored in the refrigerator compartment should always be covered or
packed so that they do not dry out, lose their flavour, or transfer their flavour
to any other refrigerated food. The following are suitable for packing:
– polyethylene bags;
– plastic containers with lids;
– special plastic covers with rubber retainers;
– aluminium foil.
To obtain the best performance from your refrigerator/freezer:
• Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids.
• Do not store food uncovered.
• Keep the time between buying chilled food and placing it in your
freezer as short as possible.
• Do not push food together too much, try to allow air to circulate
around each item.
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Freezing
Except for the bottom drawer, which serves only for storage purposes,
all compartments and drawers in the freezer compartment are suitable
for freezing fresh food.
Warning!
• Before foods are frozen, the actual temperature in the freezer
compartment must be -18 °C or colder.
• 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.
• When freezing large quantities of food, place the frozen freezing
accumulator at the front into the top compartment in the freezing
chamber.
• Thawed foods which have not been processed further (cooked into
meals) may not under any circumstances be frozen a second time.
01. For freezing the maximum capacity press the FROSTMATIC button 24
hours prior to freezing, or 4 to 6 hours for smaller quantities. Yellow
indicator lights up.
The FROSTMATIC button need not be pressed for freezing of small
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quantities of up to 3 kg.
2. All foods must be packed air tight prior to freezing, so that they do not
dry out or lose their flavour, and so that no flavour contamination of
other frozen goods occurs.
Caution! Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Hands can freeze
to the goods.
3. Place packaged goods in the drawers. Unfrozen goods may not come
into contact with already frozen goods, otherwise the frozen goods
may start to thaw.
The appliance electronics automatically switch the FROSTMATIC func-
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tion off after a period of 52 hours. Yellow indicator light goes out. You
can also stop the FROSTMATIC function manually by pressing the
FROSTMATIC button again.
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Tips:
• The following are suited for the packaging of frozen goods:
– freezer bags and polyethylene wraps;
– plastic containers for frozen foods;
– extra-thick aluminium foil
• The following are suited for sealing bags and wraps:
plastic clips, rubber bands or adhesive tape.
• Press air out of bags and wraps before sealing, because air
encourages drying of frozen goods.
• Make flat packages, because these freeze more quickly.
• Do not fill plastic containers for frozen foods to the brim with liquid
or paste-like goods, because liquids expand during freezing.
Frozen Storage
Warning! Before initial loading of the freezer compartment with previously frozen goods, the required storage temperature of -18 °C must
be reached.
• Load freezer only with packaged frozen goods, so that they do not
dry out or lose their flavour, and so that no flavour contamination of
other frozen goods can occur.
• Please observe maximum storage times and expiry dates of frozen
goods.
When possible store frozen goods separately according to type in draw-
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ers.
Storage Goods Symbols/Freezing Calendar
• The symbols on the drawers
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. The lower value applies to foods with
high fat content.
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Preparation of Ice Cubes
01. Fill ice cube tray 3/4 full with cold water and place in the freezer tray
or a drawer and allow to freeze.
2. To remove the finished ice cubes twist the ice cube tray or hold under
running water for a short time.
Warning! Do not, under any circumstances, free an ice tray which is
frozen to the appliance with pointed or sharp edged objects. Use a
spoon-handle or similar object.
Defrosting
The refrigerator is defrosted automatically
The electronics start the defrosting cycle in the refrigerator as needed
based on economical energy use and the maintenance of a constant
temperature. Defrosting cycles are started more or less often, depending on the degree of moisture accumulation. Because the greatest
accumulation of moisture occurs when the door is open, the frequency
of defrosting cycles is determined by frequency and duration of door
opening.
The water collects in the discharge trough at the back wall of the
refrigerator, and is fed through the discharge opening in the catch tray
at the compressor where it is evaporated.
Freezer Compartment Defrosting
Moisture is precipitated in the form of white frost in the freezer
compartment during operation and when the door is opened, especially
in the middle at the top. Remove this white frost from time to time
with a soft plastic scraper, e.g. a dough scraper. Do not under any
circumstances use hard or pointed objects for this purpose.
The appliance should be defrosted when the thickness of the white
frost has reached about 4 mm; but at least once a year in any case. A
convenient time for defrosting is any time when the appliance is empty,
or only minimally loaded.
Important! If the freezer section is switched off, the fridge section is
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also switched off.
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Defrosting
Warning!
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• Do not use electrical heating appliances or any other mechanical or
artificial devices to speed up the defrosting process, with the
exception of those recommended in these operating instructions.
• Do not use defrosting sprays, because they may be health
endangering and/or contain substances damaging to plastics.
01. About 12 hours prior to defrosting push the FROSTMATIC button, in
order to build up sufficient chill reserve for the interruption in operation.
Caution! Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Hands can freeze
to the goods.
2. Remove frozen goods, pack them in several layers of newspaper, cover
them and store them in a cool place.
3. Switch off refrigerator and freezer and remove plug from the mains, or
disconnect from the electricity supply.
4. Remove all the drawers. Remove
the plinth (see "Reversing the Door"
section). Place the bottom drawer
directly in front of the appliance to
collect the water from defrosting
and pull out the water drain conduit.
Tip: In order to speed up the
defrosting process, place a pot of
hot water in the freezer
compartment. In addition, remove pieces of ice that break away before
defrosting is complete.
5. After defrosting thoroughly clean the freezer interior, as well as interior
accessories (see section: "Maintenance and Cleaning").
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Hints and Tips
Normal Operating Sounds
• You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds when the refrigerant
is pumped through the coils or tubing at the rear, to the cooling
plate/evaporator.
• 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.
Food Storage
To obtain the best performance from your refrigerator/freezer:
• Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids.
• Do not store food uncovered.
• Keep the time between buying chilled food and placing it in your
freezer as short as possible.
• Do not push food together too much, try to allow air to circulate
around each item.
2 Energy Saving Advice
• Do not install the appliance close to sources of heat, such as a cooker,
dishwasher or radiator.
• Locate the appliance in a cool well ventilated room and make sure
that the air openings of the appliance are not obstructed.
• Always leave warm food to cool down to room temperature before
placing in the freezer.
• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods or opening the
door too frequently as warm air will enter the cabinet and cause the
compressor to switch on unnecessarily often.
• Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the door from closing
properly.
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Maintenance and Cleaning
Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out DISCONNECT
the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply.
If the refrigerator only is to be cleaned, press the FROSTMATIC button
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several hours in advance, in order to build up sufficient chill reserve in
the freezer compartment for the interruption in service. Do not open
the freezer compartment door.
01. About 12 hours prior to defrosting push the FROSTMATIC button, in
order to build up sufficient chill reserve for the interruption in operation.
Caution! Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Hands can freeze
to the goods.
2. Remove frozen goods, pack them in several layers of newspaper, cover
them and store them in a cool place.
3. Defrost the freezer compartment (see section: "Defrosting").
4. Switch off refrigerator and freezer and remove plug from the mains, or
switch off or turn out the circuit breaker or the fuse.
5. Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of
soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Warning!
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Do not use detergents, abrasive powders, highly perfumed cleaning
products, wax polishes or cleaning products containing bleach or alcohol.
6. Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure they are clean
and free from debris.
7. Regularly unblock the condensation water drainage hole in the rear
wall of the refrigeration chamber with the aid of a piece of wire.
Accumulation of dust at the condenser increases energy consumption.
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For this reason carefully clean the condenser at the back of the appliance once a year with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner.
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Maintenance and Cleaning
Replacing the light bulb
For safety reasons the interior lighting switches off after 20 minutes
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when the door is open. It switches on again the next time the door is
opened.
Warning! Danger of electrical shock! Before replacing the light bulb
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switch off the appliance and remove the mains plug.
Light bulb specifications: 220-240 V, max. 25 W, fitting: E 14
01. To switch the appliance off press and hold both ON/OFF buttons for
about 5 seconds.
2. Unplug the mains plug.
3. To change the light bulb, undo the
cross head screw and remove the
light bulb cover downwards.
4. Change the defective light bulb.
5. Refit the light bulb cover and the
cross head screw.
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Something Not Working
Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, check the following
points.
SymptomSolution
Check there is power at the socket
No power to the appliance.
The temperature in the refrigerator/
freezer is too high.
Temperature display shows a square.
Warning tone sounds, red warning display
and freezer temperature display are
flashing.
Interior illumination does not function.
Important: The interior lighting switches
off automatically after 20 minutes.
Check there is not a power cut by
checking the household lights.
Check the fuse has not blown.
Check the ambient temperature is within
the appliances operating limits
Check the temperature regulator is
set to the correct setting relative to
ambient conditions.
There is a function fault.
Please contact your local Service Force
Centre. Do not open the door of the
appliance again.
Temperature warning for freezer.
Please check in "Control and Information
System" section.
Please refer to "Replacing the Light Bulb "
section.
Adjust the thermostat to give correct
temperature control.
Check that the door is closed.
The compressor runs continuously
Water on the floor or on storage shelves.
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Large quantities of food have recently
been placed in the cabinet and/or door is
frequently opened.
Check that air ventilation is not
obstructed.
Water drain hole is blocked.
See the "Cleaning and Maintenance" section.
SymptomSolution
If the door seal is not airtight (probably
after reversing the door) apply warm air
to the non sealing area using a hair dryer
Excessive build up of frost.
NoiseRefer to Normal Operating Sounds
set to a gentle heat. (do not use a fan
heater for this purpose). This will make
the rubber more supple and allow it to
revert to its original shape.
The compressor does not start
immediately after changing the
temperature setting.
This is normal, the compressor starts after
a period of time.
If after the above checks there is still a fault, call your local AEG 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 in-guarantee service
calls.
Regulations, Standards, Guidelines
This appliance was designed for household use and was manufactured
in accordance with the appropriate standards. The necessary measures
in accordance with appliance safety legislation regulations (GSG), accident prevention regulations for refrigeration appliances (VBG 20) and
the regulations of the German Society of Electrical Engineers (VDE)
were observed in the manufacture of this appliance.
The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks.
This appliance is in accordance with the following EU guidelines:
;
– 73/23/EWG dated 19 February 1973 - low voltage guidelines.
– 89/336/EWG dated 3 May 1989
Liquids that can be used to a generate a cooling effect are known as
refrigerants. They have a relatively low boiling-point, indeed so low,
that the warmth from the food stored in the fridge or freezer can
cause the refrigerant to boil and vaporise.
• Refrigerant Circuit
Closed circulation system that contains the refrigerant. The
refrigerant circuit comprises primarily of an evaporator, a compressor,
a condenser and pipe work.
• Evaporator
The refrigerant is evaporated in the evaporator. Similar to all other
liquids, refrigerant requires heat to evaporate. This heat is removed
from the interior of the appliance, as a result the interior is cooled.
The evaporator is therefore located inside the appliance or placed in
foam immediately behind the inner wall and thus not visible.
• Compressor
The compressor looks like a small drum. It is driven by a built-in
electric motor and is mounted on the base of the appliance at the
rear. The task of the compressor is to draw in vaporised refrigerant
from the evaporator, to compress it, and to pass it on to the
condenser.
• Condenser
The condenser normally has the form of a grid. The refrigerant
compressed in the compressor is liquefied in the condenser. During
this process, heat is released to the surrounding air at the surface of
the condenser. The condenser is mounted on the base of the
appliance.
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Guarantee Conditions
We, AEG, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this AEG
appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty
workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion repair or replace the same FREE OF
CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that:
• The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity or gas
supply stated on the rating plate.
• The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in accordance
with the manufacturer's operating and maintenance instructions.
• The appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or tampered
with by any person not authorised by us.
• All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Service Force Centre.
Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Company's property.
• This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights.
• Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Visits may be
available outside these hours in which case a premium will be charged.
Exclusions
This guarantee does not cover:
• Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the
replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.
• Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly installed or calls
to appliances outside the United Kingdom.
• Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which
are subject to rental agreements.
• Products of AEG manufacture which are not marketed by AEG.
European Guarantee
If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with
you to your new home subject to the following qualifications:
• The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product.
• The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as
exists in the new country of use for this brand or range of products.
• This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.
• Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.
• The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used
domestically, i.e. a normal household.
• The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country.
Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care centre, listed below, to
give them details of your new home. They will then ensure that the local Service
Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliances..
FranceSenlis+33 (0) 3 44 62 29 29
GermanyNürnberg+49 (0) 800 234 7378
ItalyPordenone+39 (0) 800 117511
SwedenStockholm+46 (0) 8 672 5360
UKSlough+44 (0) 1753 219899
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Service & Spare Parts
In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact Service Force by telephoning:
08705 929 929
Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force
Centre covering your post code area.
For the adress of your local Service Force Centre and further information about Service Force, please visit the website at
www.serviceforce.co.uk
Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have read the details
under the heading „What to do if.....“
When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to give the
following details:
1 Your name, address and post code
2 Your telephone number
3 Clear and concise details of the fault
4 Date of purchase
5 The model and serial number of the appliance (found on the rating
plate)
•Model Name
• Model Number (PNC)
• Serial Number (S-No.)
Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee documentation
is required for in-guarantee service calls.
Customer Care
For general enquiries concerning your AEG appliance or for further
information on AEG products please contact our Customer Care
Department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our
website at www.aeg.co.uk.
Customer Care Department
AEG Domestic Appliances
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire SL 1 1DZ
Tel:08705 350350 *
* calls may be recorded for training purposes.
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