AEG SANTO Upright Refrigerator Operating Instructions Manual

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Upright Refrigerator
Operating Instructions
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  • Page 1 SANTO Upright Refrigerator Operating Instructions 818 19 27-00/8...
  • Page 2 Dear customer, Before placing your new refrigerator into operation please read these operating 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installation Location ..........10 The Refrigerator needs Ventilation ....... . . 11 Appliance Alignment .
  • Page 4 Contents Proper Storage ..........22 Hints and Tips .
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Customer Care Department. Prior to Installation • Check the refrigerator for transport damage. Under no circumstances should a damaged appliance be installed! In the event of damage, please contact your retailer.
  • Page 6 • Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low temperatures. Do not store any containers with flammable materials such as, spray cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc in the refrigerator. Maintenance and Cleaning • Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance and disconnect from the electrical supply.
  • Page 7: Environmental Information

    Environmental Information Packaging All transit packaging materials are environmentally compatible and can be reused. Wood is un-treated. 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<...
  • Page 8: Appliance Transport

    Appliance Transport Two persons are required for transport of the appliance. There are two recessed handles at the front of the base and at the back of the appliance at the top for improved gripping. 1. Grip the appliance with the recessed handles positioned as in the draw- ing, and transport the appliance.
  • Page 9 2. Remove the transport protection pieces and pull off the adhesive tape. 3. Wash the inside of the appliance with lukewarm water with a little bicarbonate of soda added (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Do not use soap or detergent as the smell may linger.
  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation Installation Location The appliance should be installed in a well ventilated, dry room. Energy use 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; –...
  • Page 11: The Refrigerator Needs Ventilation

    The Refrigerator needs Ventilation Air is fed under the door through the vent slots in the base and is exhausted upwards along the back wall. To ensure proper air circulation never cover or alter the vent openings. Important! If the appliance is...
  • Page 12: Electrical Connection

    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 measures not be observed. Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance rating plate.
  • Page 13: Reversing The Door

    Reversing the Door The door hinges can be changed from right (as supplied) to left if required to suit the location where the appliance is installed. Warning! Unplug from the mains before reversing the door. 1. Open the door and remove the plinth cover to the front.
  • Page 14 Reversing the Door 4. Remove the door fitting on the lower right (1) and reposition the door bearing cover from the lower left to the right of the door (2), place the door fitting supplied in the lower left of the door (3). Carefully remove the door to the front and place on one side.
  • Page 15: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the Appliance View of the appliance (various models) Control panel Butter and cheese compartment with lid Door storage compartments Variable storage box Bottle compartment Salad bin Shelves Bottle rack General purpose box (not included with all models) Rating plate 818 19 27-00/8...
  • Page 16: Control Panel

    ON/OFF button Temperature display Buttons for adjusting the temperature FAST CHILL indicator light (yellow) • FAST CHILL for intensive cooling in the refrigerator FAST CHILL button Buttons for Adjusting the Temperature These buttons are connected to the temperature display. • The temperature display is switched over from the display of the...
  • Page 17: Temperature Display

    • If the temperature in the refrigerator is colder than the display range of the temperature display, then the light for the lowest temperature (+2) continues to illuminate.
  • Page 18: Temperature Adjustment

    The temperature is adjusted by one display field with each press of a button. Note: From a food safety point of view, +5 °C for the refrigerator compartment should be considered cold enough as a storage temperature.
  • Page 19: Switching The Appliance Off

    Switching the Appliance off 1. To switch off, press the ON/OFF button until the mains power light extinguishes. Note: The appliance cannot be switched on or off if unplugged, or if there is no power being supplied to it. Following connection to the mains power supply, the appliance returns to the same operating state as before the interruption of main power.
  • Page 20: Interior Fittings

    Interior Fittings Storage Shelves 1. A storage shelf must be inserted into the lower guide track above the salad bin. It must always remain in this position, so that fruits and veg- etables remain fresh longer. The remaining storage shelves can be adjusted to various heights: 1.
  • Page 21: Bottle Rack

    2. If the large divider is inserted in the middle of the bin the right hand side can be further divided by inserting the small divider in the middle or rear position. The ventilation grille above the salad bin improves air circulation so that groceries keep for longer.
  • Page 22: Proper Storage

    Foodsense, London SE99 7TT. Tel: 0645 556000 Tip: Food stored in the refrigerator compartment should always be covered or packed so that they do not dry out, lose their flavour, or transfer their flavour to any other refrigerated food.
  • Page 23: Hints And Tips

    • A thermostat controls the compressor and you will hear a faint click when the thermostat cuts in and out. Food Storage To obtain the best performance from your refrigerator: • Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids. • Do not store food uncovered.
  • Page 24: Defrosting

    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 is collected in the drain channel on the rear of the fridge, fed through the drain hole into the collection compartment in the base, and then evaporated.
  • Page 25: Replacing The Light Bulb

    Replacing the Light Bulb Warning! Danger of electrical shock! Before replacing the light bulb switch appliance off and remove the mains plug. Light bulb specifications: 220-240 V, max. 25 W, fitting: E 14 Important! When replacing the lamp only fit a lamp of suitable diameter, that is at least 18 mm, this will ensure a good seat on the rubber seal.
  • Page 26: Something Not Working

    Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, check the following points. Symptom No power to the appliance. The temperature in the refrigerator is too high. The compressor runs continuously The light does not come on. Excessive build up of frost.
  • Page 27: Regulations, Standards, Guidelines

    Symptom Water on the floor The compressor does not start immediately after changing the temperature setting. If after the above checks there is still a fault, call your local AEG Service Force Centre. In-guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.
  • Page 28: Technical Terminology

    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.
  • Page 29: Guarantee Conditions

    Guarantee Conditions AEG offer the following guarantee to the first purchaser of this appliance. 1. The guarantee is valid for 12 months commencing when the appliance is handed over to the first retail purchaser, which must be verified by purchase invoice or similar docu- mentation.
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  • Page 31: Service & Spare Parts

    Service & Spare Parts If after carrying out the necessary checks there is still a fault with your appliance please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre. In guarantee customers should ensure that the suggested checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.
  • Page 32 AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www.aeg.hausgeraete.de © Copyright by AEG 818 1927 – 00/8 - 0801...

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