Electrolux ERES3500, ERES3500X User Manual

refrigerator

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

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ERES3500, ERES3500X

Important Safety Instructions

Your new fridge may have other functions compared to your previous one. These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before installing or using the appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any of the meanings or warnings contact the Customer Care Department.

Keep the instruction booklet. It will come in handy if you later sell the appliance or give it to somebody else.

For the User

· The refrigerator is intended for the storage of foodstuffs and the production of cold water, with or without carbon dioxide, for normal household use in accordance with these instructions.

· If the gas cylinder is used for other purposes than that intended or if it is filled by an unauthorised person, all guarantees automatically become null and void . In order to ensure reliable functioning, only an Electrolux Cylinder may be used.

· Do not keep explosive gases or liquids in the

refrigerator or freezer compartment. They may explode and cause injury and material damage.

· Do not let sharp objects come into contact with

the refrigerating system on the back of and inside the cabinet. If the refrigerating system is punctured, the cabinet will be damaged and foodstuff inside may spoil.

· Do not keep carbonised drinks or bottles in the

freezer compartment. The glass bottles may break.

· The cabinet is heavy. The edges and projecting

parts of the cabinet may be sharp. Be careful when moving the cabinet and always use gloves.

Child Safety

· Pay attention so that small children do not gain

access to the operating controls or the inside of the cabinet.

Scrapping old appliances

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product m ay not be treated as household

waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negativ consequences for t he environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local ci

y office, yourhousehold waste disposal service o

he shop where you purchasedthe product.

Contents

Important Safety Instructions 2.......

Scrapping old appliances 2.....................

Contents 2..........................

Description of the Appliance 3........

Control Panel (Control panel) 3.................

Control Panel (water dispenser) 4...............

Before use 4.........................

Using the fridge 4....................

To start the fridge and thermostat control 4........

Temperature inside the fridge 5.................

Measuring the temperature 5...................

Alarms and other features 5....................

Switching off 7..............................

Cabinet interior 7............................

Hints and Tips 8.....................

Energy Saving Advice 8.......................

Food Storage 8..............................

Normal Operating Sounds 8....................

Maintenance and Cleaning 9..........

Removing the ventilation grille 9................

Internal Cleaning 9...........................

Servicing and cleaning the water dispenser 9......

Service during operation 10.....................

Defrosting the fridge 10........................

To change the light bulb 10.....................

Installation of carbon filter 10...................

When the appliance is not in use 10...............

Something Not Working 11............

Service and Spare Parts 12............

Customer Care Department 12...................

Standard Guarantee Conditions 12.....

Standard Guarantee Conditions 12................

Technical Specification 13.............

Permissible wa ter pressure (to ensure

reliable function) 13.......................

Installation 13........................

Unpacking 13................................

Removing the transport supports 13..............

Cleaning 14..................................

Connecting the water hose 14....................

Installation of carbon filter 14...................

Electrical cord 15.............................

Installing the appliance 15......................

When the water system is started for the first time 16.

Electrical connection 17........................

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Guide to use the instruction book

The following Symbols will be found in the text to guide you through the instructions

Safety instructions

1, 2, 3 ...

Step by step instructions for an operation

Hints and tips

Description of the Appliance

Modell ERES3500/ERES3500X

1. grid

2. bottle- and can holder

3. quick chill shelf

4. glass shelf

5. wire basket

6. vegetable drawer

7. ventilation grille

8. butter compartment

9. door shelf

10. egg holder

1 1. bottle shelf

Control Panel (Control panel)

ABCDEFG

A. Refrigerator power switch

Switches the refrigerator on and off.

B. Temperature display

Shows the average temperature inside the refrigerator.

C. Temperature adjustment buttons/thermostat

Used to set the temperature in the refrigerator.

D. ACTION COOL button

Used to switch the Action Cool feature on and off.

ACTION

COOL

E. Yellow pilot light

Lights when Action Cool is operating.

F. Alarm off button

Used to turn the audible alarm off.

G. Red warning light

Flashes when one of the alarms in the cabinet has been triggered.

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Control Panel (water dispenser)

H. Yellow indicator lamp

Lights up when the locking function has been activated.

I. Button for carbonated water.

- Used for the choice of carbonated water.

- F or the engagement and disengagement of the locking function.

J. Button for ordinary water.

- Used for the choice of ordinary water.

- S witches the background lighting on and off.

Before use

·Remove all securing tapes.

·Wash the inside of the appliance with lukewarm

water with a little bicarbonate of soda added (5ml to

0.5 litre of water). Do not use soap or detergent as the smell may linger. Dry the appliance thoroughly.

Do not use detergents, abrasive powders, highly perfumed cleaning products, wax, polishes or products containing alcohol.

- Switches off the indicator lamp for water filter replacement.

K. Yellow indicator lamp

Lights up when the water filter must be changed.

L. Water out-feed

Activated when a glass or something similar is pressed upwards against the flap.

M. Flap N. Lighting

standing upright for about 30 minutes, or for 2 hours if it was transported horizontally. Otherwise the compressor may sustain damage. This time will allow the oil sufficient time to return to the compressor.

Check that the drain hose is located over the drip bowl behind the refrigerator . Also ensure that the drain hose is connected to the box. See the illustration.

·Before inserting the power plug into the socket and

switching on the appliance for the first time, leave it

Using the fridge

To start the fridge and thermostat control

Switching on:

Switch on the fridge by pressing the power switch.

Setting the temperature

Press the buttons until the desired temperature flashes in the temperature display (The temperature can be set between +2°C and +8°C.) "+" raises the temperature. "-" lowers the temperature. Once set, the temperature display shows " -" until the temperature inside the fridge reaches +9°C or below. Allow t he appliance to run for a period of 24 hours whenever the t emperature setting is changed. This will allow the temperature to stabilise inside the appliance.

ACTION

COOL

ACTION

COOL

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It is not necessary to reset the temperature when the cabinet is switched on after it has been out of use. The thermostat recalls the previously set temperature.

Temperature inside the fridge

Suitable storage temperature in the fridge is roughly +5°C. Storage temperature in the cabinet is even on all of the shelf levels. The vegetable box which is placed in the bottom has a temperature of 3-4°C warmer than the intended temperature setting.

Measuring the temperature

If the temperature is measured using a standard, single thermometer, this should be put in a glass of water centrally placed inside the appliance. This will reflect the temperature inside the food products. Do not place the thermometer hanging or lying directly on the shelf.

· Distribute foodstuffs to allow cold air to circulate freely between the products.

· Also never put warm products into the cabinet. Wait until they have cooled down.

· Cover all foods properly.

Alarms and other features

Door open alarm

If the fridgedoor remains open for more than 5 minutes, the red warning lamp starts flashing and an audible alarm sounds. To switch off the alarm: Press the "alarm shut-off button". The red warning lamp goes out when the door is closed.

Quick chill (Action cool / quick chill)

This function has two usage areas. One area in connection with cans / bottles being quickly chilled on the quick chill shelf, and the other in connection with large amounts of food at room temperature being placed on the shelf.

Chilling of cans/bottles:

When groceries are placed on the shelf (see under section; Action cool / Quick chill shelf) the air regulator should be turned to it's maximum position, then press the Quick chill button. This will be indicated in the symbol window with a "C" and by the yellow lamp being lit.

Chilling of warm groceries:

This function is used in connection with large amounts of groceries at room temperature being placed in the fridge. Pressing the Quick chill button starts this function. This will be indicated in the symbol window with a "C" and by the yellow lamp being lit. When this function has been activated forced air will chill the groceries, and the temperature in the cabinet reset to +2°C. After 6 hours the Quick chill automatically shuts off and the temperature gradually goes back to its normal setting.

MAX

ACTION

COOL

MIN

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Carbon filter's function:

The built-in carbon filter means t hat strong smelling groceries can be placed near other groceries without affecting their taste or aroma.

The functions of the water dispenser

The locking function:

The locking function is activated by the production plant.

For temporary unlocking:

Keep the button (I) or (J) pressed in for about three seconds until the yellow indicator lamp (H) goes out. The locking function is re-activated automatically after about three seconds.

For permanent unlocking:

Keep the buttons (I) and (J) pressed in at the same time for about three seconds. The button (I) or (J) lights up t o indicate unlocking.

To activate the locking function:

Keep the buttons (I) and (J) pressed in at the same time for about three seconds. Activation is indicated by the yellow indicator lamp (H) lighting up.

HI M

Selecting and obtaining water:

Before obtaining water, selection is carried out either by pressing the button for carbonated water (I) or the button for ordinary water (J). The actual choice is indicated by the button concerned lighting up. The selection of water can be changed while the water is running. Water i s obtai ned by pressing a glass or other container against the opening (M). Stop the water flow by moving the glass or container downwards away from the opening (M). Any water that drips or is spilled is collected in the drip bowl below the water dispenser. When carbonated water is being obtained, there is a slight afterflow when the glass is removed. The drip bowl can be detached and emptied when necessary.

Lighting:

The wat er dispenser lighting (N) goes on automat ically when water is obtained.

For continuous lighting:

1. Make sure that the water dispenser is unlocked.

2. Then hold the button for ordinary water (J)

pressed in for about three seconds until the lighting goes on. The lighting then goes on with about 50 % of its full intensity.

To switch off the lighting:

1. Ensure that the water dispenser is unlocked.

2. Then hold the button for ordinary water (J)

pressed in for about three seconds until the lighting goes out.

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