User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX ECM3042

[. . . ] For the safety of life and property keep the precautions of these user's instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by omission. Children and vulnerable people safety · This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. · If you are discarding the appliance pull the plug out of the socket, cut the connection cable (as close to the appliance as you can) and remove the door to prevent playing children to suffer electric shock or to close themselves into it. [. . . ] Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially at the rear near the heat exchanger. by the symbol CONTROL PANEL 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Pilot light Temperature regulator Fast Freezing light Fast Freezing switch Alarm light A medium setting is generally the most suitable. However, the exact setting should be chosen keeping in mind that the temperature inside the appliance depends on: · room temperature · how often the door is opened · the quantity of food stored · the location of the appliance. Fast freezing function You can activate the Fast freezing function by pressing the Fast freezing switch. It is possible to deactivate the function at any time by pressing Fast freezing switch. Excessive temperature alarm An increase in the temperature in a compartment (for example due to an power failure) is indicated by flashing of the Alarm light. When normal conditions are restored the Alarm light will switch off automatically. Switching on Insert the plug into the wall socket. If the temperature inside the appliance is too high the Alarm light will blink. Switching off To turn off the appliance, turn the Temperature regulator to the "O" position. To operate the appliance, proceed as follows: · turn the Temperature regulator toward lower settings to obtain the minimum coldness. · turn the Temperature regulator toward higher settings to obtain the maximum coldness. electrolux 5 FIRST USE Cleaning the interior Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the interior and all internal accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a brand-new product, then dry thoroughly. This operation will improve the performance of the appliance and save electricity consumption. Many proprietary kitchen surface cleaners contain chemicals that can attack/damage the plastics used in this appliance. For this reason it is recommended that the outer casing of this appliance is only cleaned with warm water with a little washing-up liquid added. Defrosting the freezer A certain amount of frost will always form on the freezer shelves and around the top compartment. Defrost the freezer when the frost layer reaches a thickness of about 3-5 mm. About 12 hours prior to defrosting, set the Temperature regulator toward higher settings , in order to build up sufficient chill reserve for the interruption in operation. Remove any stored food, wrap it in several layers of newspaper and put it in a cool place. Leave the door open and insert the plastic scraper in the appropriate seating at the bottom centre, placing a basin underneath to collect the defrost water In order to speed up the defrosting process, place a pot of warm water in the freezer compartment. In addition, remove pieces of ice that break away before defrosting is complete. 6. Solution Refer to "Excessive Temperature Alarm" Set a higher temperature. Let the product temperature decrease to room temperature before storage. [. . . ] In the event of having to change the fuse in the plug supplied, a 13 amp ASTA approved (BS 1362) fuse must be used. A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. If you want to open the door to the left, follow these steps before you install the appliance: 1. Ventilation requirements The airflow behind the appliance must be sufficient. min. [. . . ]