Electrolux EUFG2900, EUFG2900X User Manual

Congelador / Freezer

INSTRUCCIONES DE USO

INSTRUÇÕES DE USO

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

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EUFG2900 EUFG2900X

Safety instructions

Your new freezer may have other functions compared to your previous one. Carefully read these instructions to learn how the appliance works and how to care for it. Keep the booklet. It will come in handy if you later sell the cabinet or give it to somebody else. 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.

For the User

· The cabinet is intended for keeping foodstuff in a

normal household as explained in this instruction booklet.

· Do not keep explosive gases or liquids in the

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

· Do not place food products directly against the air hole on the rear wall.

· 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 t hat small children do not gain

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

instruction

Scrapping old appliances

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may 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 the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For m ore 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

Safety instructions 2.................

Scrapping old appl iances 2.....................

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

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

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

Control Panel (ice dispenser) 4..................

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

Using the freezer 4...................

To start the freezer and set the correct temperature 4

Temperature inside the freezer 5................

Switching off 5..............................

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

Freezing 7..................................

Suitable storage periods 7......................

Thawing 7..................................

Cabinet interior 8............................

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

Saving energy 8.............................

Food Storage 9..............................

Protect the environment 9......................

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

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

Cleaning 9..................................

Servicing and cleaning the ice dispenser 10........

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

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

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

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

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

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

Technical specificatio n 13.............

Permissible water pressure

(to ensure reliable function) 13...............

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

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

Remove the transport supports 13................

Door Reversal 14.............................

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

When the water system is started for the first time 14.

Electrical cord 14.............................

Installing the cabinet 15........................

Electrical connection 15........................

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Description of the Appliance

Model EUFG2900/EUFG2900X

Control Panel (Control panel)

A. Freezer power switch

Switches the freezer on and off.

1. Freezershelf with flap

2. Freezer drawer

3. Ice container

4. Glass shelf

5. Accumulator

6. Ventilation grille

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E. Yellow indicator lamp

Lights when Fast Freeze is operating.

B. T emperature display

Shows the highest temperature inside the freezer.

C. Temperature adjustment buttons/thermostat

Used to set the temperature.

D. FAST FREEZE button

Used to switch the Fast Freeze feature on and off.

F. Alarm shut-off button

Used to turn the audible alarm off. Used to switch the ice machine on and off.

G. Red warning lamp

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

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Control Panel (ice dispenser)

H. Yellow indicator lamp

Lights up when the locking function has been activated.

I. Button for locking function.

Used for temporary disconnection of the locking function and alarm re-setting.

J. Button for night setting/lighting.

Used for activation/deactivation of the night setting function and to switch the lighting and the alarm

Before use

Position and clean the cabinet as explained i n the section "Installation".

Before inserting the power plug into the outlet and switching on the cabinet for the first time, leave it standing upright for about 4 hours. Otherwise the compressor may sustain damage. This time will allow the oil sufficient time to return to the compressor.

Using the freezer

setting on and off.

K. Photo-electric sensor.

Senses prevailing lighting conditions (must not be covered).

L. Ice feeder

Activated when the paddle in the feeder is fully depressed.

M. Lighting

To start the freezer and set the correct temperature

Switching on:

Switch on the freezer by pressing the power switch. The alarm sounds if the temperature inside freezer reaches room temperature. Turn off the by pressing the switch-off

Setting the temperature

Press the buttons until the desired temperature blinks on the temperature display. (The temperature can be set between -15°C and -24°C.) "+" increases the temperature. "-" decreases the temperature.

button.

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alarm

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ACTIONFREEZE

Once set, the temperature display shows the current temperature inside the freezer. Allow the cabinet to run for a period of 24 hours whenever the temperature setting is changed. This will allow the temperature to stabilise inside the cabinet. It is not necessary to reset the temperature when the cabinet is switched on after it has been out of use. The electronics recalls the previously set temperature.

Temperature inside the freezer

To ensure that foodstuff will keep for a long time, be sure that the temperature inside the freezer is -18°C or below. Please note, however, that the energy consumption increases as the temperature decreases. The built-in temperature display shows the warmest temperature inside the freezer. If the temperature is measured using a thermometer, put it between the products since this will reflect the real temperature in the frozen products. It is normal that the built-in temperature display shows a temperature slightly above that measured in other ways.

Switching off

Switch off the cabinet by pressing the power switch. Keep the button pressed for approx. 1 second.

Power to the cabinet is completely interrupted only when the power plug is disconnected.

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Alarms and other features

Door open alarm

If the door remains open for more than about 1,5 minute, the red indicator lamp starts flashing and an audible alarm sounds. To switch off the alarm: Press the alarm shut-off button. As long as the door remains open, the audible alarm will sound anew at 1-minute intervals. The red indicator lamp goes out when the door is closed.

Temperature alarm

If the temperature rises above -12°C, the red warning lamp flashes and an audible alarm sounds. The temperature display will then start to flash. To switch off the alarm: Press the alarm shut-off button to switch off the audible alarm. The temperature display will stop flashing. The red warning lamp goes out when the temperature inside the freezer again falls below

-11°C. Find out what caused the alarm. See the chapter "Something not working".

Temperature memory

The temperature memory shows when an alarm has been triggered in the cabinet. The temperature memory operates as follows: When the temperature inside the freezer again falls below -11°C the audible alarm stops. The temperature display and the red warning lamp will flash to indicate than an alarm was triggered. When the alarm shut-off button is pressed, the display then displays the warmest temperature inside the cabinet during the alarm phase and the display stops flashing. By referring to the temperature display indication, it is possible to decide whether or not to discard the products inside the freezer.

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Atabout-12°C: Most food products can be immediately re-frozen. Ice cream is especially sensitive to temperature changes and should be consumed as soon as possible. At -9° - -2°C: Food products should be prepared (cooked) prior to eating or re-freezing them.

However, always check the quality of the food yourself to determine if it can be frozen or if it must be discarded.

Switching the ice machine on and off.

The ice machine is switched on in the production plant and starts up automatically when the refrigerator is connected to water and power supplies. To switch off the ice machine, press i n the button (F) for about one second. If the i ce machine is switched off, then the cover supplied should be fitted over the ice delivery hole in the door.

Locking function - The ice dispenser control panel.

The locking function is activated in 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 to 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.

Lighting.

The ice dispenser lighting (M) goes on automatically when ice is delivered.

For permanent lighting:

1. Ensure that the ice dispenser i s unlocked.

2. Keep the button (J) pressed in for three seconds and the lighting will go on. The lighting stays on with 50 % of its full intensity.

To switch off the lighting:

Keep the button (J) pressed in for about three seconds until the lighting goes out.

Delivery of ice.

The delivery of ice starts when the paddle (L) is fully depressed and continues until the paddle is released. Stop delivery by removing the container from the paddle.

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The night setting.

This function switches off the noise-producing parts of the ice machine during the night.

To activate the night setting.

Press and release the button (J), which then lights up.

Disengaging the night setting.

Press and release the button (J) and the light goes out.

Advice and recommendations:

If increased ice-production capacity is desired, it is advantageous to press the freeze button in the top panel. This function disengages automatically.

Freezing

Press the fast freeze button approx. 24 hours prior to placing the food in the freezer. You need not press the fast-freeze button when freezing smaller quantities of food during any 24-hour period. Fast freeze is automatically switched off apporox 50 hours after the button has been pressed. Fast freeze can be discontinued by pressing the fast freeze button once again. The yellow fast freeze lamp remains lit as long as the fast freeze button is engaged. "A" (ACTION FREEZE) is displayed in temperature display

Practical advice on freezing

· When freezing products, use the top shelves.

- When freezing large amounts of food/provisions, the accumulator moves to on top of the food.

- Do not cover the air hole on the rear wall.

· Spread out the products as much as possible to allow air to circulate between them.

· Do not place food products which are to be frozen directly against other frozen food. The heat from the unfrozen food may cause the frozen food to thaw on the surface.

· Once frozen, re-arrange the products and put them as close as possible to each other. The food will then stay cold longer in the event of a power failure.

· Do not freeze too much food at the same time. The freezing capacity of the unit is indicated in the specifications section.

Suitable storage periods

Food purchased in frozen condition: Follow the advice on the maximum storage period indicated on the packaging. Fresh food frozen at home: Fatty and salty food should not be kept frozen for more than three months. Cooked food and low-fat food may be kept up to about six months. Lean food and berries can be kept for approximately one year.

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Check that the cabinet is operating and keeps the set temperature one day after switching it on for the first time. Only after then should the freezer be used to freeze fresh foodstuff.

Thawing

It is best to thaw foods in the refrigerator. Place the foodstuff on a plate with a raised edge to prevent liquids from running out. Easily thawed foods can be placed in room temperature or in cold water. When using a microwave oven to thaw foodstuff, follow the manufacturer's instructions.

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Cabinet interior

Freezer drawers

The freezer drawers make that it easy to quickly and easily find the food package you want. In order to obtain maximum space, all fittings except the top door and the lower box can be removed and filled with groceries up to the indicated loading limit.

Cold accumulator

The cold accumulator will keep the food cold for longer after a power failure. The cold accumulator will be most effective when placed on the top shelf. When freezing large amounts of food/provisions, the accumulator moves to on top of the food.

Removable shelves

There are the removable shelves inside the freezer. Remove the shelf when large food products need to be frozen.

Shelf for ice machine.

Cannot be removed.

Ice container.

Can be removed. Lift the front edge and then pull out. When the ice container is pulled out, this stops all the functions of the ice machine. When re-fitting (if necessary), the ice container feed screw should be positioned against the rear flange.

Hints and Tips

Saving energy

· Pay careful attention to where the cabinet is

placed. See the section "Installation". When installed correctly, the cabinet will consume less energy.

· 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.

· Thaw frozen food in the fridge. This will ensure

safer defrosting of foods and reduce the work of the refrigeration unit

· It is advisable to periodically clean the

refrigeration system at the back of the appliance with a duster or vacuum cleaner.

· Food which is to be frozen (when cool) should

be placed in the fridge before being transfered to the freezer .

· Avoid unnecessary frosting in the cabinet by

packing all foodstuffs into airtight packages before placing them in the freezer.

· Carefully follow the advice on freezing products

in the section "Using the freezer". This will prevent wasting energy.

· Do not set the temperature too low in the freezer.

A suitable temperature is in the range of -18°C to -20°C .

· Make sure the door gasket is complete and

always clean.

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Food Storage

· To obtain the best results from your appliance,

neither hot foods nor liquids which may evaporate, should be placed in the larder compartment.

· Avoid buying frozen food if you can not store it

straight away. The use of an insulated container is advisable. When you arrive home place the frozen food in the freezer immediately.

· Ensure that food placed in the freezer is dated and

labelled and used in date order to ensure that food is consumed at its best. Remove suspect food from you refrigerator and clean, refer to cleaning and maintenance.

Protect the environment

· Hand over the cabinet packaging and discarded

fridges and freezers to a recycling station. Contact your local council or Environmental Health office for more i nformation.

· Keep foodstuff in re-usable containers. Cut down

on disposable material as much as possible.

· When cleaning the cabinet, use a mild

washing-up detergent.

· Follow the advice in the section "Saving energy"

· The door gasket and coolant used in this

cabinet will not harm the ozone layer.

· All parts in the packaging can be recycled.

· The cabinet has been designed for easy

dismantling and subsequent recycling.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Removing the ventilation grille

The ventilation grille can be removed, e.g. to wash the grille. Make sure the door is open when removing the ventilation grille. Unsnap the upper edge of the grille by pulling outward/downward. Then pull the grille straight out to completely remove it.

Cleaning

Clean the cabinet at regular intervals.

Don't use detergents, abrasive powders, high perfumed cleaning products, wax polishes or cleaning products containing bleach or alcohol when cleaning the product

Internal Cleaning Disconnect the appliance from electricity supply.

Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to 0,5 litre water) Rinse and dry thoroughly. Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure they are clean and free from debris.

External Cleaning

Use water/neutral soap emulsion for cleaning the surface of stainless steel, anti-finger-print coated. Absolutely not to use abrasive paste. Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Remove the ventilation grille (see the section "Removing the ventilation grille") and vacuum-clean under the cabinet. Once or twice a year dust the condenser (black grille) and the compressor at the back of the appliance, with a brush or vacuum cleaner, as an accumulation of dust will affect the performance of the appliance and cause excessive electricity consumption.

When moving the cabinet, lift it by the front edge to avoid scratching the floor.

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Servicing and cleaning the ice dispenser

When necessary, clean the surfaces of the dispenser and the ice container that are accessible from the outside, using only a soft cloth and warm water. Never use cleaning agents with a grinding or aggressive effect. When necessary, the feeder and the ice container can be cleaned after removal of the surfaces accessible from the outside, using only a soft cloth and warm water. Ensure that the ice container is thoroughly dry before being re-fitted. If the system is not to be used for a long period, it is advisable to switch off the ice machine and water supply, empty the ice container and fit the cover supplied over the delivery hole for ice in the door. When re-starting, avoid using the ice produced during t he first day.

Defrosting

Defrosting is not necessary. Every 24 hours, the evaporator is defrosted automatically.

Never use a hair drier or other heating appliances to speed up defrosting. Excessive heat may damage the plastic interior, and humidity could enter the electric appliance making it live.

To change the light bulb

The light is switched on automatically when the door is opened. Before replacing the light bulb, disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Cut the packaging around the bulb socket. Keep the packaging on to hold the bulb when setting it into the socket. Do not touch the bulb with your bare fingers. Halogen light bulbs are sensitive to grease from the skin. Use a clear halogen light bulb.

When the appliance is not in use

Disconnect the appliance from electricity supply.

Empty all foods and clean the appliance, leaving the doors ajar to prevent unpleasant smells. If the cabinet will be kept on, ask somebody to check it once in a while to prevent the food inside from spoiling in case of a power failure.

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Something Not Working

Before contacting your local Service Force Centre check the following point:

Problem Possible cause / Remedy

"" is displayed in the temperature display.

Audible alarm + flashing red warning lamp. (It is too warm inside the freezer .)

It is too warm inside the freezer. Set a lower temperature.

It is too cold inside the freezer. Set a warmer temperature.

Please contact your local Electrolux S ervice Force Centre

Switch off the audible alarm by pressing the alarm off button. The audible alarm could have been triggered by: The cabinet having been recently switched on and the temperature still being too high. See the chapter "Switching on and setting the temperature". The door may have been open for so long that the `door open' alarm was triggered.

Make sure that the door is completely closed and that the insulating strip is complete and clean.

If warm food products have been put inside the freezer, wait for a couple of hours and then check the temperature again.

Distribute the food products to allow cold air to circulate around them.

Fast Freeze could have been switched on.

The temperature display shows the highest temperature inside the cabinet. Thus a difference between the temperature indicated on the display and the (average) temperature measured in another way is normal.

Too much frost and ice are produced. Make sure that the door is completely closed and that the

insulating strip is complete and clean.

The compressor operates continuously. Set a warmer temperature.

Make sure that the door is completely closed and that the insulating strip is complete and clean. The temperature where the cabinet is placed is above normal room temperature.

No ice The ice machine is not switched on. Start the ice machine. See

the section "Switching the ice machine on and off".

No water supply. Carry out the necessary measures on the water supply.

The ice dispenser lamp flashes Leakage at the water connection. Remedy the leakage and

empty t he box by pulling out the red plug. See the illustration i n "Connecting the water hose".

Storage temperature too high. Lower the temperature in the refrigerator.

The ice dispenser lamp flashes and no ice comes out.

No water supply. Carry out the necessary measures on the water supply. Re-set the system by pressing the button (I).

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The cabinet does not operate at all. Cooling or interior light does not operate. No indicator lamps light.

Sound level in cabinet is too high. The refrigerating system will always produce some sounds. A

A regular rattling noise. The ice being stirred to prevent it from freezing together. No

Power failure Do not unnecessarily open the cabinet, except when the power

The cabinet is not switched on.

Power does not reach the cabinet. (Try connecting another electrical device to the power outlet.)

The fuse has blown.

The power plug is not properly connected.

pulsing sound is heard when coolant is pumped inside the cooling pipes. A ticking sound from the thermostat can be heard when the compressor switches on and off. The sound level varies depending on the operation of the cabinet. If you feel the sound level is incorrect:

Make sure the pipes at the back of the cabinet not touch each other. Carefully bend them if they do.

If the cushion spacers (between the cabinet wall and pipes) come loose, put them back in place again.

Carefully follow t he instructions in the chapter "Installing the cabinet".

measure necessary, this sound is normal. As an alternative, activate t he night setting.

cut seems to be long, in which case the food products should be moved to another cabinet that works. If the frozen products are still hard following the power cut, they may be immediately refrozen. If the food products have thawed but are still fresh, they may be used, however they should be prepared before re-freezing or eating them.

Guarantee Conditions

See Guarantee C onditions on the Registration Card.

Customer Care Department

For general enquiries concerning your Electrolux appliance or futher information on Electrolux products, you are invited to contact our Customer Care Department by letter or phone as follows:

Customer Care Department Electrolux Major Appliances Addington Way Luton Bedfordshire, LU4 9QQ

Tel: 08705 950 950 (*) (*) Calls may be recorded for training purposes

ServiceandSpareParts

In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts please contact your local Electrolux Service Force Centre by telephoning: XXXXXXXXXXX Your call be routed the Service Force Centre covering your post code area. The address of your local Service Force Centre ids detailed in the accompanying Customer Care Book. Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have read the details under the heading "Something Not Working" When you contact the Service Centre you will need to give the following details.They will be found inside your appliance.

MOD (model):.....................................................

PROD.NO (model number):..................................

SER:NO (serial number):.......................................

Purchase date............................................................

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Technical specification

Model EUFG2900 / EUFG2900X

Vol um e 252 l Width 595 mm Height 1800 mm Depth 650 mm Energy consumption 324 kWh/y Energy class A Rated power 120 W Freezing capacity 15 kg/24 hours

Permissible water pressure (to

ensure reliable function)

The total flow in the system can vary, depending on local water conditions and/or water pressure.

Lowest permissible water pressure. 1 bar (100kPa)

Highest permissible water pressure. 10 bar (1MPa)

Do not connect the refrigerator in spaces where ambient temperature can decrease to below freezing. The refrigerator may only be connected to drinking water supplies. The refrigerator may only be connected to cold water supplies.

Consult your installer if water pressure is less than 1 bar.

If water pressure exceeds 10 bar, than a reduction valve must be fitted (available from your specialist shop).

Installation

Unpacking

Unpack the cabinet and check that it is in good condition and free of any transport damage. Notify the dealer immediately of any damage. Hand the packaging over for recycling. For more information, contact your local city office or the dealer.

Do not allow children to play with the packaging. The plastic film can cause suffocation.

Remove the transport supports

Remove the transport supports placed along the door sides. Some models are fitted with a silencing pad under the cabinet. Do not remove this pad.

Cleaning

Wash the inside of the cabinet using lukewarm water, a mild washing-up detergent and a soft cloth.

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Door Reversal

It is not possible to re-hang the door.

Connecting the water hose.

The water coupling is connected to a water

tap with an external 3/4 inch thread. This work is to be carried out by a skilled plumbing installation technician. The refrigerator is to be connected with a shut-off cock. There are different type-approved taps and tap assemblies on the market. The water hose must not be cracked, squeezed or be in tight bends.

If you require a longer water hose than that supplied, then a VDE-approved 150 38 85-02/0 supply hose should be used. Before the refrigerator is taken into use in its final location, ensure that the water connection has been correctly carried out, that there is no leakage at the connection to the refrigerator water valve or to the water tap, and that the four spacers are properly in position, see the illustration. We recommend that the refrigerator is placed on a "run-off" mat intended for refrigerators and freezers, which makes it easier to detect possible leakage.

When the water system is started for the first time.

The following should be carried out when the refrigerator is correctly connected to the water supply in the building: Open the tap on the water connection and start up the refrigerator. The ice machine starts automatically. It will start filling with water will start when the temperature is sufficiently low. Do not use ice produced during the first day since there is risk of a slight taste.

Electrical cord

Do not remove the power cord by pulling on its lead, particulary when the product is being pulled out of its niche.

· Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire

and/or electric shock.

· In the event of damage to the appliance's main

cable, only an authorised service company recommended by the manufacturer or a similarly qualified person may adjust it in order to avoid shock hazard for the user.

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