AEG-Electrolux ERU13300 User Manual

fridge - freezer

INSTRUCTION BOOK

2222 782-80

ERU 13300

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CONTENTS

Instructions for the user

Important Safety Instructions 3
Description of the appliance 4

Use 5

Cleaning the interior 5
Starting-up 5
Temperatur control 5
Fresh food refrigeration 5
Freezing fresh food 5
Storage of frozen food 5
Thawing 5
Ice-cube production 6
Movable shelves 6
Positioning the door shelves 6
Food protection 7

Hints 7

Hints for refrigeration 7
Hints for freezing 7
Hints for storage of frozen food 7

Instructions for the installer

Technical specifications 10
Installation 10

Positioning 10
Electrical connection 11

Grid preparation 11
Door reversal 11

Inner door reversal 11
Building the appliance in under a worktop 11
Fitting the plinth 14

Maintenance 8

Defrosting 8
Periodic cleaning 8
Periods of non-operation 8
Interior light 9

Customer service and
spare parts 10

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IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future
reference.
Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the
appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can
be acquainted with the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.
These warnings are provided in the interest of safety. You must read them carefully before installing or
using the appliance.

General Safety

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This appliance is designed to be operated by
adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper
with the controls or play with the product.

■

It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify
this product in any way.

■

Before any cleaning or maintenance work is
carried out, be sure to switch off and unplug the
appliance.

■

This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken
when moving it.

■

Ice follies can cause frost burns if consumed
straight from the appliance.

■

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 gas cookers.

■

Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to
direct sunlight.

■

There must be adequate ventilation round the
back of the appliance and any damage to the
refrigerant circuit must be avoided.

■

For freezers only (except built-in models): an
ideal location is the cellar or basement.

■

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

Service / Repair

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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. Refer to your local
Service Centre, and always insist on genuine
spare parts.

■

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

Use

■

The domestic refrigerators and freezers are
designed to be used specifically for the storage of
edible foodstuffs only.

■

Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has
been thawed out.

■

Manufacturers’storage recommendations should
be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant
instructions.

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The inner lining of the appliance consists of
channels through which the refrigerant passes. If
these should be punctured this would damage the
appliance beyond repair and cause food loss. DO
NOTUSE SHARPINSTRUMENTS to scrape off
frost or ice. Frost may be removed by using a
scraper. Under no circumstances should solid ice
be forced off the liner. Solid ice should be allowed
to thaw when defrosting the appliance. See defrost
instructions.

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Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the
freezer as it creates pressure on the container,
which may cause it to explode, resulting in
damage to the appliance. Do not use a
mechanical device or any artificial means to speed
up the thawing process other than those
recommended by the manufacturer. Never use
metal objects for cleaning your appliance as it may
get damaged.

Installation

■

Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance
does not stand on the electrical supply cable.
Important:if the supply cable is damaged, it must
be replaced by authorized service or qualified
personnel using a special cable of the same type.

■

During normal operation, the condenser and
compressor at the back of the appliance heat up
considerably. For safety reasons, minimum

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ventilation must be as shown in the relevant
paragraph.

Attention: keep ventilation openings clear
of obstruction.

■

If the appliance is transported horizontally, it
is possible that the oil contained in the
compressor flows in the refrigerant circuit. It
is advisable to wait at least two hours before
connecting the appliance to allow the oil to
flow back in the compressor.

■

There are working parts in this product which
heat up. Always ensure that there is adequate
ventilation as a failure to do this will result in
component failure and possible food loss. See
installation instructions.

■

Parts which heat up should not be exposed.
Wherever possible the back of the product should
be against a wall.

■

If the appliance has been transported horizontally,
it is possible that the oil contained in the
compressor flows in the refrigerant circuit. It is
advisable to wait at least two hours before
connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow
back in the compressor.

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Environment Protection

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This appliance does not contain gasses which
could damage the ozone layer, in either its
refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. The
appliance shall not be discarded together with
the urban refuse and rubbish. Avoid
damaging the cooling unit, especially at the
rear near the heat exchanger. 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

Butter shelf

➀

Sliding shelf

➁

Bottle shelf

➂

Air outlet duct

➃

Air inlet filter

➄

Salad drawer

➅

Storage shelves

➆

Thermostat

➇

Freeezer compartment

➈

Temperature indicator

➉

➉

➈

➆

➅

➇

➀

➁

➂

➃➄

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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.

Starting-up

Insert the plug into the wall socket.
Open the door and turn the thermostat control knob,
to be found on the upper right hand side of the inner
compartment, clockwise beyond position «O» (OFF)
to start the appliance.

Temperature control

Temperature adjustment is obtained by turning the
thermostat knob clockwise until its pointer coincides
with the required setting.

Amedium setting is generally the most suitable.

The minimum setting (least cold) is represented by
the lowest number and the maximum setting (coldest)
by the highest number. In any case, bear in mind that
the temperature can be either increased (warmer) by
turning the thermostat knob anticlockwise or
decreased (colder) by turning it clockwise.

The thermostat knob setting should be adjusted
depending on the inner temperature of the
refrigerator, which, in turn, depends on a number of
factors, such as: the ambient temperature, the
number of times the door is opened, the quantity of
food stored and the location of the appliance.

Warning
If the ambient temperature is high, the

thermostat knob is on the coldest setting
(higher numbers) and the appliance is fully
loaded, the compressor may run
continuously, causing frost or ice to form
on the evaporator. If this happens, turn the
knob to a warmer setting (lower numbers)
to allow automatic defrosting and so a
saving in electricity consumption.

Fresh food refrigeration

The refrigerator compartment is suitable for cooling
drinks and for normal food storing.

To obtain the best performance, do not store warm
food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator and do
cover or wrap up the food, particularly if it has a
strong smell.

Freezing fresh food

The 4-star compartment ( ) is suitable for
long term storage of commercially frozen food and for
freezing fresh food.

To freeze fresh foods it is not necessary to change
the setting of the thermostat knob.
However, for a quicker freezing operation, turn the
thermostat knob to the coldest setting; but remember
that, in this condition, the refrigerator compartment
temperature might drop below 0°C. If this occurs
reset thermostat knob to a warmer setting.

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 for at least two hours on the coldest
setting, then turn the thermostat knob to the normal
operating position.

Important
If there is a power failure when food is in

the freezer, do not open the door of the
freezer compartment. The frozen food will
not be affected if the power cut is of short
duration (up to 12 hours) and the freezer
compartment is full, otherwise, it is
recommended that the food should be used
within a short time (a temperature increase
of the frozen food shortens its safe storage
period).

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.

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