AEG-Electrolux S64150TK User Manual

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SANTO
64150 TK
Refrigerator
Operating Instructions
PERFEKT IN FORM UND FUNKTION
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Dear customer,
Before switching on your new appliance please read these operating
These operating instructions are for use with several technically com­parable models with varying accessories. Please observe the notes which apply to your model.
Notes which are important for your safety or for the proper function­ing of the appliance are stressed with a warning triangle and/ or with signal words (
Warning!, Caution!, Important!). Please observe the fol-
lowing carefully.
1. This symbol guides you step by step in the operation of the appliance.
2. ....
Supplementary information regarding operation and practical applica­tions of the appliance appear after this symbol.
Tips and notes concerning economical and environmentally sound use of the appliance are marked with the cloverleaf.
The operating instructions contain instructions for the correction of possible malfunctions by the user in the section "What to do if ...". If these instructions should not be sufficient, please contact your local Service Force Centre.
Printed on paper manufactured with environmentally sound processes
he who thinks ecologically acts accordingly...
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Contents
Important Safety Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Appliance Packaging Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Disposal of Old Appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Remove Transport Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Your Refrigerator Needs Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Detaching the Worktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Installing Under a Continuous Worktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Reversing the Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Changing Over the Freezer Compartment Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Description of the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
View of the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Prior to Initial Start–Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Starting Up and Temperature Regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Switching Off the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Interior Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Storage Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Variable Inner Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Variable Storage Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Bottle Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Correct Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Freezing and Storing Frozen Food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Preparation of Ice Cubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
The Fridge Defrosts Automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Defrosting the Freezer Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Energy Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
What to do if ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Correcting Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Changing the Light Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Noises During Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Regulations, Standards, Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Technical Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
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Important Safety Instructions
These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure you fully understand them before installing or using the appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about the meaning of these warnings contact the Customer Care Department for assistance.
Intended use
• The refrigerator is intended for use in the home. It is suitable for the cooling, freezing and storing of frozen food, as well as for making ice. If the appliance is used for purposes other than those intended or used incorrectly, no liability can be accepted by the manufacturer for any damage that may be caused.
• Alterations or changes to the refrigerator are not permitted for rea­sons of safety.
• If you use the refrigerator in a commercial application or for purpos­es other than the cooling, freezing or frozen storage of foods, the manufacturer accepts no liability for any damages which may occur.
Prior to initial start–up
• Check the appliance for transport damage. Under no circumstance should a damaged appliance be plugged in. In the event of damage, please contact your supplier.
• Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable.
Important: if the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by authorised service or qualified personnel using a special cable of the same type.
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.
Safety of children
• Packaging (e.g. wraps, polystyrene) can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging material away from children!
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Important Safety Instructions
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• Please make old appliances unusable prior to disposal. Pull out the mains plug, cut off the mains cable, break or remove spring or bolt catches, if fitted. By doing this you ensure that children cannot lock themselves in the appliance when playing (there is risk of suffoca­tion!) or get themselves into other dangerous situations.
• Often children cannot recognise the hazards present in household appliances. It is therefore important that you ensure adequate supervision and never let children play with the appliance!
Daily Operation
• Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low tempera­tures. There is a risk of an explosion! Do not store any containers with flammable materials such as spray cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc in the refrigerator/freezer.
• Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer compartment. They can burst when the contents freeze, high carbonate content drinks can even explode! Never store lemonade, juices, beer, wine, sparkling wine etc. in the freezer compartment.
• Do not place ice cream or ice cubes in the mouth immediately after removal from the freezer compartment. Very cold ice can freeze to the lips or tongue and cause injury.
• Do not touch frozen food with wet hands. Your hands could freeze to the food.
• Do not operate any electrical appliances in the refrigerator/freezer (e.g. electric ice cream makers, mixers etc.).
• Before cleaning the appliance, always switch off the appliance and unplug it, or disconnect from the electricity supply.
• When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not pull on the cable.
In case of malfunction
• If a malfunction occurs on the appliance, please look first in the "What to do if ..." section of these instructions. If the information given there does not help, please do not perform any further repairs yourself.
• 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 Service Force
centre.
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Disposal
Appliance Packaging Information
All materials are environmentally sound! They can be disposed of or burned at an incinerating plant without danger.
About the materials: 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 all free of chloro­fluorocarbon.
The carton parts are made from recycled paper and should be disposed of at a waste-paper recycling collection location.
Disposal of Old Appliances
For environmental reasons, refrigeration appliances must be disposed of properly. This applies to your old appliance, and - at the end of its service life - for your new appliance as well.
Warning! Before disposing of old appliances make them inoperable. Remove plug from mains, sever the power cable, remove or destroy any snap or latch closures. This ensures that playing children do not lock themselves inside the appliance (danger of suffocation!) or place themselves into other life-endangering situations.
Disposal:
• The appliance may not be disposed of with domestic waste or bulky refuse.
• The refrigerant circuit, especially the heat exchanger at the back of the appliance, must not be damaged.
• Information concerning collection schedules or locations can be obtained from your local Council or Environmental Health Office.
Remove Transport Packaging
The appliance and the interior fittings are protected for transport.
1. Pull off the adhesive tape on the left and right side of the door.
2. Remove all adhesive tape and packing pieces from the interior of the
appliance.
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Installation
Installation Location
The appliance should be set up 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 serial 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:
If the refrigeration appliance is installed next to another refrigerator or freezer a clearance of 5 cm at the sides is required, in order to pre­vent the formation of condensation on the outside of the appliance.
Your Refrigerator Needs Air
For correct operation this appliance must be located in a dry atmos­phere, away from heat sources, e.g. cookers, radiators, boilers and direct sunlight.
You should also ensure that air can circulate freely around the back and the top of the cabinet. There should be 100mm (4”) between the top of the cabinet and any overhanging kitchen furniture. Alternatively allow 50mm (2”) between the top of the cabinet and any overhanging kitchen furniture and a gap of 25mm (1”) on either side of the appliance.
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Climate classification for 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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If your refrigerator is installed under a continuous worktop, an air outlet opening of at least 200 cm
2
and a ventilation grille (A/B) matching the worktop design should be installed at the rear of the worktop. The cut surfaces of the worktop (C) should be varnished to avoid swelling due to penetration of moisture. The appliance wall distance must be at least 30 mm and should be checked before the ventilation grille is inserted.
Special accessories:
A Ventilation grille, brown B Ventilation grille, white
Detaching the Worktop
After the worktop has been removed the appliance can be installed underneath a continuous worktop.
The procedure is as follows:
1. Unscrew the Philips screws (F) on the right and the left.
2. Lift the worktop slightly, push it about 20 mm towards the rear, and lift it off upwards (G). Unscrew the holding bracket (H) and keep it in a safe place.
A/B
200 cm
2
105
C
570
550
93-103
G
F
H
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1. Detach the worktop.
2. Unscrew the door hinge (A) and
screw it into place on the opposite side.
3. Refit the worktop.
4. Tilt the appliance slightly towards
the rear and prop it securely.
5. Unscrew the door hinge screws (K) and remove the hinge pin bracket (1).
6. Unscrew the handle. Refit it on the opposite side after having pushed in the plugs with a punch. Cover the holes left open with the plugs con­tained in the documentation pack.
Reversing the Door
The side at which the door opens can be changed from the right side (as supplied) to the left side, if the installation site requires.
Warning! When changing the side at which the door opens, the appli­ance must not be connected to the mains. Remove plug from the mains beforehand.
A
1
C
K
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Changing Over the Freezer Compartment Door
Plug Socket
The plug socket necessary for connection of your appliance to the electricity supply should be positioned so that it is possible to pull out the appliance plug. If your appliance is installed under a continuous worktop, the plug socket should be provided as shown. Alternatively a concealed spur socket fitted with a 13 A fuse may be fitted. If the socket is not accessible once the appliance is built in, the electrical installation must include suitable means of isolating the appliance from the mains (e.g. fuse, cut-out, current trip or similar with a mini­mum contact separation of 3 mm).
The mains cable may only be changed by a qualified electrician or competent person. If your appliance needs repairing, please contact your local Service Force Centre.
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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 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 and Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the 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 marked “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 no cut, or stray strands of wire pre­sent and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheath.
Warning! A cut-off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Ensure that the cut-off plug is disposed of safely.
GREEN & YELLOW
BLUE
07
13 AMP . FUSE
13 AMP
BROWN
CORD CLAMP
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Description of the Appliance
View of the Appliance
1 = Butter/cheese compartment 2 = Sliding shelf 3 = Door shelf 4 = Bottle shelf 5 = Vegetable drawer 6 = Storage shelves
7 =
Thermostat and interior light
8 =
Frozen food storage/ freezing food, icemaking
9 = Rating plate
Prior to Initial Start–Up
Please clean the appliance interior and all accessories prior to initial start-up (see section: “Cleaning and Care”).
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Starting Up and Temperature Regulation
1. Connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply. When the refrigerator compartment door is opened, the internal light­ing is switched on. The temperature control knob is locat-
ed on the right hand side of the refrigerator compartment.
Setting “0” means: Off.
2. Turn the control knob clockwise past
“1”. The refrigerating unit is now on and operates automatically.
Setting “1” means:
Hightest temperature, warmest setting.
Setting “6” (end-stop) means:
Lowest temperature, coldest setting. Note: From a food safety point of view, +5°C for the refrigerator com-
partment and -18°C for the freezer compartment should be con­sidered cold enough as a storage temperature.
The temperatures in the refrigerator compartment and freezer com­partment cannot be independently regulated. At a low ambient temperature of around 16°C, setting “1” should be selected. At ambient temperatures of around 25°C, select setting “2”. If you require a lower temperature, select setting “3” or “4”. On this setting , you can be sure the fresh food placed in the freezer compart­ment will be reliably frozen and that a storage temperature of -18°C will be maintained in the freezer compartment. If you want to freeze fresh food rapidly, select setting “6”, ensuring that the temperature in the refrigerator compartment does not drop below 0°C. You should also promptly reset the thermostat knob to set­ting “3” or “4” after the freezing of the fresh food is complete.
Important!
High ambient temperatures (e.g. on hot summer days) and a cold set­ting on the thermostat (position”5” to “6”) can cause the compressor to run continuously. Reason: when the ambient temperature is high, the compressor must run continuously to maintain the low temperature in the appliance. The fridge will not be able to defrost since automatic defrosting of the fridge is only possible when the compressor is not running (see also "Defrosting" section). The result is the build up of a thick layer of frost on the fridge rear wall.
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If this happens, turn the thermostat knob back to a warmer setting (position “3” to “4”). At this setting the compressor will be switched on and off as usual and automatic defrosting recommenced.
Interior Accessories
Storage Shelves
Various glass storage shelves are included with your appliance.
The height of the storage shelves can be adjusted:
1. To do this pull the storage shelf for­ward until it can be swivelled upwards or downwards and removed.
2. Please do the same in reverse to insert the shelf at a different height.
Your appliance is equipped with two half size glass storage shelves.
Storing tall items:
Slide the front half of the Vario storage shelf in another level to the rear. By this means you will gain space to place tall items on the storage shelf below.
Switching Off the Appliance
To switch off the appliance, turn the temperature regulator to position "0".
If the appliance is not going to be used for an extended period:
1. Remove all refrigerated and frozen packages.
2. Switch off the appliance by turning the thermostat knob to position
"0".
3. Remove the mains plug or switch off or disconnect from the electricity supply.
4. Clean thoroughly (see section: “Cleaning and Care”).
5. Leave the door open to avoid the build up of odours.
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Interior accessories
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Variable Inner Door
The door compartments can be pulled up and removed, and inserted at other positions as needed.
Variable Storage Box
Some models are equipped with a variable storage box which is fitted under a door shelf compartment and can be slid sideways. The box can be inserted under every door shelf compartment.
1. To change, lift the shelf compart­ment with the box upwards and out of the holders in the door and remove the retaining bracket out of the guide under the shelf com­partment.
2. Please do the same in reverse to insert the shelf at a different height.
The variable box can be hung from a storage shelf in the refrigerator com­partment:
1. Pull the storage shelf forward until it can be tipped up or down and removed.
2. Hang the retaining bracket on the taper on the storage shelf and slide the stor­age shelf back into the guides.
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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Freezing and Storing Frozen Food
The freezer compartment is for freezing and storing food.
Important!
• The temperature in the freezer compartment must be –18°C or cold­er before freezing fresh food or storing food already frozen.
• Do not freeze too large a quantity at any one time (max. 2 kg per 24 hrs). The quality of the food is best preserved when it is frozen right through to the core as quickly as possible.
• Allow warm food to cool down before freezing. The warmth will cause increased ice formation and increase the power consumption.
• Please note the maximum storage times specified by the manufac­turer.
• Thawed foods which have not been processed further (cooked into meals) may not under any circumstances be frozen a second time.
1. All foods must be packed into airtight packages or containers prior to
Correct Storage
For physical reasons, there are dif­ferent temperature regions in the fridge. The coldest region is on the lowest storage shelf. Warmer regions are the top storage shelf, the vegetable drawer and the stor­age compartments on the door. The arrangement example shows at which places in the refrigerator suitable temperatures for various types of foods exist.
Tip: Food in the fridge should always be covered or packaged, to prevent drying and tainting of other food.
The following are suited for packaging: – Polyethylene airtight bags and wraps;
– Plastic containers with lids; – Special plastic covers with elastic; – Aluminium foil.
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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 food with wet hands. Your hands could stick to the food causing skin abrasions.
2. Lay the packaged food on the base of the freezer compartment. Unfrozen food must not touch items already frozen, otherwise the frozen food could begin to defrost.
Tips:
• The following are suited for the packaging of frozen goods: – freezer bags and polyethylene wraps; – special cans for frozen goods; – extra–thick aluminium foil.
• The following are suitable for sealing bags and wrappings:
plastic clips, rubber bands or tape.
• Smooth the air out of the bag before sealing; air makes it easier for
the frozen food to dry out.
• Make flat packages, because these freeze more quickly.
• Do not fill cans for frozen goods to the brim with liquid or
paste–like goods, because liquids expand during freezing.
Preparation of Ice Cubes
1. Fill the ice cube tray 3/4 full with cold water, place it in the freezer compartment and leave to freeze.
2. To loosen the frozen cubes, either bend the ice cube tray or hold it under running water for a few seconds.
Important! Never try to free an ice tray that is frozen to the freezer compartment using pointed or sharp edged objects, since you may damage the refrigerating circuit. Use the plastic scraper.
Defrosting
The Fridge Defrosts Automatically
The rear wall of the fridge covers with frost when the compressor is running, and defrosts when the compressor is off. The water from the thawing frost evaporates by itself.
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Defrosting
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Defrosting the Freezer Compartment
During use and when the freezer compartment door is opened, mois­ture is deposited in the freezer compartment as frost. Remove this frost from time to time with the soft plastic scraper. Under no circum­stances use hard or pointed objects to remove frost.
The freezer compartment should always be defrosted when the layer of frost has reached a thickness of approx. 4 millimetres; however at least once a year. A good time for defrosting is when the appliance is empty or contains only a small amount of food.
Warning!
• 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, they can be hazardous to your health and/or contain substances that damage plastics.
Caution! Do not touch frozen food with wet hands. Your hands could stick to the food causing skin abrasions.
1. Remove frozen food, wrap it in several layers of newspaper and store it, covered, in a cool place.
2. Switch off the appliance and unplug it, or disconnect from the elec­tricity supply.
3. Remove the stopper from the meltwa­ter outlet and place a bowl under­neath it to catch the meltwater.
Tip: You can speed up the defrosting process by placing a plastic bowl with
warm water in the freezer compart­ment and closing the doors. Remove pieces of ice that have fallen before they completely defrost.
4. After defrosting, thoroughly clean the freezer compartment ( see "Cleaning and Care" section).
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Cleaning and Care
For hygienic reasons the appliance interior, including interior acces­sories, should be cleaned regularly.
Warning!
• The appliance must not be connected to the mains during cleaning. Danger of electrical shock. Before cleaning switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or disconnect from the electricity supply.
• Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture could accumulate in electrical components and there is a danger of an electrical shock. Hot vapours can lead to the damage of plastic parts.
• The appliance must be dry before it is switched back on.
Important!
• Ethereal oils and organic solvents can attack plastic parts, e.g.
– lemon juice or the juice from orange peals; – butyric acid; – cleansers which contain acetic acid.
Do not allow such substances to come into contact with appliance parts.
• Do not use any abrasive cleansers.
1. Remove frozen food and the food from the refrigerator. Wrap frozen food in several layers of newspaper. Store it in a cool place, well cov­ered.
2. Defrost the freezer compartment prior to cleaning (see “Defrosting” section).
3. Switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or dis­connect from the electricity supply.
4. Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and luke­warm water.
5. After cleaning wipe with fresh water and rub dry.
6. Check the water drain hole on the rear
wall of the fridge. Clear a blocked drain hole with the aid of the green peg in the pack of accessories included with the appliance.
7. After everything is dry switch the appli-
ance back on.
Accumulation of dust at the condenser
increases energy consumption. 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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What to do if ...
Correcting Malfunctions
A malfunction may be caused by only a minor fault that you can recti­fy yourself using the following instructions. Do not perform any other work on the appliance if the following information does not provide assistance in your specific case.
Important! Repairs to refrigerators/freezers may only be performed by competent service engineers. Improper repairs can give rise to signifi­cant hazards for the user. If your appliance needs repairing, please contact your specialist dealer or your local Service Force Centre.
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Energy Saving Tips
• Do not install the appliance near cookers, radiators or other sources of warmth. High ambient temperatures cause longer, more frequent operation of the compressor.
• Ensure sufficient air circulation and exhaust at the appliance base and at the back wall of the appliance. Never cover air vent openings.
• Do not place warm foods into the appliance. Allow warm foods to cool first.
• Only leave door open as long as necessary.
• Do not set temperature any colder than necessary.
• Put frozen food in the fridge to defrost. The cold in the frozen food will then be used to cool the fridge.
• Always keep the heat emitting condenser, the metal grille on the rear wall of your appliance clean.
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
Appliance does not work.
Appliance is not switched on.
Mains plug is not plugged in or is loose. Fuse has blown or is defec­tive
Socket is defective.
Mains malfunctions are to be corrected by an electrician.
Switch on the appliance.
Insert mains plug.
Check fuse, replace if nec­essary.
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Temperature is set too cold.
Turn the thermostat knob to a warmer setting tem­porarily.
The compressor runs con­tinuously.
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
The food is too warm.
Temperature is not proper­ly adjusted.
Please look in the “Starting Up and Temperature Regulation” section.
Door was open for an extended period.
A large quantity of warm food was placed in the appliance within the last 24 hours.
The appliance is near a heat source.
Do not leave the door open any longer than necessary.
Turn the thermostat knob to a colder setting tem­porarily.
Please look in the “Installation location” section.
Light bulb is defective.
Interior lighting does not work.
Please look in the “Changing the Light Bulb” section.
The compressor does not start immediately after changing the temperature setting.
This is normal, no error has occurred.
Water in the bottom of the cabinet.
Water drain hole is blocked.
See the “Cleaning and Care” section.
The compressor starts after a period of time.
Heavy build up of frost, possibly also on the door seal.
Door seal is not airtight (possibly after reversing the door).
Carefully warm the leaking sections of the door seal with a hair dryer (on a cool setting). At the same time shape the warmed door seal by hand such that it sits correctly.
Unusual noises.
Appliance is not level.
The appliance is touching the wall or other objects.
Readjust the feet.
Move the appliance slightly.
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Changing the Light Bulb
Warning! There is a risk of electric shocks! Before changing the light bulb, switch off the appliance and unplug it, or disconnect from the power supply.
Light bulb data: 220-240 V, max. 15 W
1. To switch off the appliance, turn the thermostat knob to position "0".
2. Unplug the mains plug.
3. To change the light bulb, undo the
screw.
4. Press the light bulb cover as shown and slide it backwards.
5. Change the defective light bulb.
6. Refit the light bulb cover and the
screw.
7. Put the refrigerator back into operation.
Noises During Operation
The following noises are characteristic of refrigeration appliances:
Clicks
Whenever the compressor switches on or off, a click can be heard.
Humming
As soon as the compressor is in operation, you can hear it humming.
Bubbling/Splashing
When refrigerant flows into thin tubes, you can hear bubbling or splashing noises. Even after the compressor has been switched off, this noise can be heard for a short time.
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.
EG65
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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
(including guideline change notice 92/31/EWG) - EMV guideline
Technical Terminology
Refrigerant 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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