AEG EU1323T User Manual

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INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

EU 1323 T

UK

2222 693-45

CONTENTS

	Instructions for the User		Instructions for the Installer
	Important Safety Instructions	3	Technical Specifications	11
	Description of the Appliance	4	Installation	11
	Operation	5	Positioning	11
			Door reversal	12
	Before use	5
			Electrical Connection	13
	Starting your appliance	5
	Temperature control	5
	Warning light	5
	Freezing fresh food	6
	Frozen food storage	6
	Freezing calendar	6
	Thawing	6
	Making ice cubes	7
	Normal Operating Sound	7
	Health and Safety Guidelines	7
	Defrosting	8
	Maintenance and Cleaning	9
	Internal cleaning	9
	External cleaning	9
	When the appliance is not in use	9
	Something Not Working?	10
	Malfunctions	10
	Service and Spare Parts	10

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 Departement.

Prior to Installation

■Check the appliance for transport damage. Under no circumstance 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.

Important: if the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by a cable available from the manufacturer or Expert Appliance Care.

■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 2 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.

Child Safety

■Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the product.

■There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging material away from children!

General Safety

■This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling unit; maintenance and recharging must therefore only be carried out by authorised technicians.

■Take utmost care when handling your appliance so as not to cause any damages to the cooling unit with consequent possible fluid leakages.

■The appliance must not be located close to radiators or boilers.

■Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.

■Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers) inside of refrigerating appliances.

During Use

■This appliance is designed for domestic use only, specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs. 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 compartment.

■Ice lollies can cause ‘frost/freezer burns’ if consumed straight from the freezer.

■Do not remove items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.

■Placing frozen goods on the top of the appliance can lead to the accumulation of condensation in the cavity of the storage tray through contact with the cold. Electronic components are housed within this cavity. If condensation should drip onto these components, the appliance could be damaged by a short circuit. For this reason do not place frozen goods on top of the appliance.

■Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer as they can burst when the contents freeze.

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■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 Expert Appliance Care.

At the end of the Appliance Life

■When disposing of your appliance use an authorised disposal site.

■Remove the plug and ensure that any locks or catches are removed, to prevent young children being trapped inside.

DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

Freezer controls

Compartment for frozen food storage

Compartment for freezing fresh food

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OPERATION

Before use

Remove all securing tapes. Wash inside the appliance with lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Do not use soap or detergent as the smell may linger. Dry thoroughly.

Freezer controls

	°C
	-16
-24	-18
-22	-20

Pilot light (green)					Push button for fast-freezing
Thermostat control knob					Warning light (red)
Fast-freezing indicator light (yellow)

Starting your appliance

Insert the plug into the wall socket. The appliance can be activated by turning the thermostat knob beyond the “-16°C” position. When the pilot light is illuminated this shows that the appliance is on.

The freezer is switched off by turning knob to position «●».

To obtain a lower temperature, turn the thermostat control to the higher numbers; to obtain a higher temperature turn the control to the lower numbers. When altering the temperature setting, allow 24 hours for the temperature to stablise before making further changes.

Temperature control

The temperature inside the freezer is regulated by a thermostat with 5 temperature positions and one «OFF» (●) position.

Position «-16°C» = minimum cold Position «-24°C» = maximum cold

Turn the thermostat dial to the required position. An intermediate position (-18°C) is usually the most

suitable, although the temperature will be affected by:

•Room temperature

•How often the door is opened

•How much food is stored

•Position of the appliance

In determining the correct temperature control setting all these factors have to be considered and some experimentation may be necessary.

Warning light (red)

If the temperature warning light lights up, it indicates that the temperature within the freezer has reached a level where safe food storage is no longer ensured (warmer than -12°C).

When the freezer is first switched on, the warning light will stay on until the temperature has dropped to a safe level for the storage of frozen food.

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