Dear customer, Before switching instructions carefully. They contain important information for safe use, for installation and for care of the appliance. Please keep these operating instructions for future reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the appliance. These operating instructions are for use with several technically com- parable models with varying accessories.
Intended use • The refrigerator is intended for use in the home. It is suitable 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.
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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 and/or freezer. • Warning - Do not operate any electrical appliances in the refrigera- tor and/or freezer (e.g.
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.
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 pre- vent the formation of condensation on the outside of the appliance.
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. If your refrigerator is installed under a continuous worktop, an air outlet opening of at least 200 cm...
and remove the hinge pin bracket (1). 3. Open the door a little way and take it out downwards. 4. Unscrew the upper pin (A) and screw it into place on the opposite side. 5. Fit the door into the upper pin (A) and close it.
Installation 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 mea- sures not be observed. Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance rating plate.
Description of the Appliance View of the appliance 1 Butter/cheese compartment 2 Sliding shelf 3 Door shelf 4 Bottle shelf Salad bin 6 Storage shelves 7 Light switch 8 Control panel 9 Rating plate...
(approx. 5 sec.) to the display of the ACTUAL temperature. DESIRED temperature means: The temperature that is required in the refrigerator or freezer compart- ment, this can be adjusted to the temperatures shown in the display. The DESIRED temperature is indicated by a flashing light.
• During normal operation, the temperature currently present in the refrigerator or freezer compartment (ACTUAL temperature) is dis- played, the corresponding light illuminates. • If the temperature in the refrigerator is warmer than the display range of the temperature display, all the lights in the temperature display are extinguished.
COOLMATIC COOLMATIC Button large quantities of goods in the refrigerator, e.g. drinks and salads for a party. 1. The COOLMATIC function is switched on by pressing the COOLMATIC button. The yellow light illuminates.
Switching off the appliance To switch off, press the ON/OFF button until the mains power light extinguishes. If the appliance is not going to be used for an extended period: 1. Remove all refrigerated packages. 2. Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button until the mains power light extinguishes.
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 com- partment: 1. Pull the storage shelf forward until it can be tipped up or down and removed.
The arrangement example shows at which places in the refrigerator suit- able 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.
Do not allow such substances to come into contact with appliance parts. • Do not use any abrasive cleansers. 1. Remove the food from the refrigerator. Store it in a cool place, well covered. 2. Switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or dis- connect from the electricity supply.
Accumulation of dust at the condenser increases energy consumption. For this reason carefully clean the condenser at the back of the appli- ance once a year with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner. Energy Saving Tips • Do not install the appliance near cookers, radiators or other sources of warmth.
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What to do if ... Symptom Appliance does not work, green stand-by display and temperature display are not lit. All the lights in the tem- perature display are flash- ing. Appliance cools too much. The food is too warm. Interior lighting does not work.
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. Possible Cause Appliance is not level. The appliance is touching the wall or other objects.
Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee documentation is required for in-guarantee service calls. Customer Care Department For general enquiries concerning your AEG-Electrolux appliance or for futher information on AEG-Electrolux products, please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website at www.aeg-electrolux.co.uk.
GUARANTEE CONDITIONS Standard guarantee conditions We, AEG-Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this AEG-Electrolux appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that: ·...
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. •...
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.
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