SG231N - Freezer AEG-ELECTROLUX - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SG231N AEG-ELECTROLUX

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

We recommend the use of original spare parts. When contacting Service, ensure that you have the following data available. The information can be found on the rating plate. Model, PNC, Serial Number. A Warning / Caution-Safety information (&) General information and tips & Environmental information Subject to change without notice.

/\ SAFETY INFORMATION In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and acci- dents, it is important to ensure that all peo- ple using the appliance are thoroughly fa- miliar with its operation and safety features. Save these instructions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through its life will be properly informed on appli- ance use and safety. 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 ap- pliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Keep all packaging well away from chil- dren. There is risk of suffocation If you are discarding the appliance pull the plug out of the socket, cut the con- nection cable (as close to the appliance as you can) and remove the door to pre- vent playing children to suffer electric shock or to close themselves into it. Ithis appliance featuring magnetic door seals is to replace an older appliance having a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure to make that spring lock unusable before you discard the old ap- pliance. This will prevent it from becom- ing a death trap for a child. GENERAL SAFETY AN WARNING! ENGLISH 3 Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. + The appliance is intended for keeping foodstuff and/or beverages in a normal household as explained in this instruction booklet. + Do not use a mechanical device or any artificial means to speed up the thawing process. + Do not use other electrical appliances {such as ice cream makers) inside of re- frigerating appliances, unless they are approved for this purpose by the manu- facturer. + Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. + The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is con- tained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable. During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit be- come damaged. If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged: — avoid open flames and sources of igni- tion — thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated Itis dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. Any damage to the cord may cause a short- circuit, fire and/or electric shock. AN WARNING! Any electrical component (power cord, plug, compressor) must be replaced by a certified service agent or qualified service personnel to avoid hazard.

1. Power cord must not be lengthened.

2. Make sure that the power plug is not

squashed or damaged by the back of the appliance. A squashed or damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.

3. Make sure that you can come to the

mains plug of the appliance.

5. Ifthe power plug socket is loose, do

not insert the power plug. There is a risk of electric shock or fire.

6. You must not operate the appliance

without the lamp cover (if foreseen) of interior lighting. This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it. Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns. Avoid prolonged exposure of the appli- ance to direct sunlight. Bulb lamps (if foreseen) used in this ap- pliance are special purpose lamps selec- ted for household appliances use only. They are not suitable for household room ilumination. DAILY USE Do not put hot pot on the plastic parts in the appliance. Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the appliance, because they may ex- plode. Appliance's manufacturers storage rec- ommendations should be strictly ad- hered to. Refer to relevant instructions.

Before maintenance, switch off the appli- ance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. Do not clean the appliance with metal objects. Regularly examine the drain in the refrig- erator for defrosted water. lf necessary, clean the drain. If the drain is blocked, water will collect in the bottom of the ap- pliance. INSTALLATION

+ Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it. Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report possi- ble damages immediately to the place For electrical connection carefully follow the instructions given in spe- cific paragraphs. you bought it. In that case retain pack- ing. It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor. Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads to overheating. To achieve sufficient ven- tilation follow the instructions relevant to installation. Wherever possible the back of the prod- uct should be against a wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts (com- pressor, condenser) to prevent possible burn. The appliance must not be located close to radiators or cookers. Make sure that the mains plug is acces- sible after the installation of the appli- ance. Connect to potable water supply only (If a water connection is foreseen). SERVICE Any electrical work required to do the servicing of the appliance should be car- ried out by a qualified electrician or com- petent person. This product must be serviced by an au- thorized Service Centre, and only genu- ine spare parts must be used. ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

This appliance does not contain gasses which could damage the ozone layer, in either its refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. The appliance shall not be discarded together with the urban refuse and rubbish. The insulation foam con- tains flammable gases: the appli- ance shall be disposed according to the applicable regulations to ob- tain from your local authorities. Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially at the rear near the heat exchanger. The materials used on this appliance marked by the sym- bol € are recyclable.

1. Connect the mains plug to the power

8. if" dEMo" appears on the display, the

appliance is in demonstration mode. Refer to "What to do if..." paragraph.

4. The temperature indicators show the

set default temperature. To select a different set temperature refer to "Temperature regulation"!

ù u SWITCHING OFF To switch off the appliance do these steps:

2. The display switches off.

8. To disconnect the appliance from the

power disconnect the mains plug from the power socket TEMPERATURE REGULATION The set temperature of the fridge may be adjusted by pressing the temperature but- ton. Set default temperature: +5°C for the fridge The temperature indicator shows the set temperature. The set temperature will be reached within 24 hours. After a power failure the set tem- perature remains stored.

MINUTE MINDER FUNCTION

The Minute Minder function is to be used to set an acoustic alarm at the preferred time, useful for example when a recipe requires to cool down a mixture for a certain length of time. To switch on the function: 1... Press the Mode button until the corre- sponding icon appears. The Minute Minder indicator flashes. The Timer shows the set value (30 mi- nutes) for a few seconds. Press the Timer regulator button to change the Timer set value from 1 to 90 minutes. Press the OK button to confirm. The Minute Minder indicator is shown

ENGLISH The Timer start to flash (min). At the end of the countdown the Minute Minder indicator flashes and an audible alarm sounds:

1. press OK button to switch off the

sound and terminate the function. Itis possible to deactivate the function at any time during the countdown:

1. Press the Mode button until the Minute

Minder indicator flashes.

2. Press the OK button to confirm.

3. The Minute Minder indicator goes off.

Itis possible to change the time at any time during the countdown and at the end by pressing the Temperature colder button and the Temperature warmer button.

To lock the buttons from unintentional op- eration select the Child Lock function. To switch on the function:

1. Press the Mode button until the corre-

sponding icon appears.

2. The Child Lock indicator flashes.

8. Press the OK button to confirm.

The Child Lock indicator is shown. To switch off the function:

1. Press the Mode button until the Child

Lock indicator flashes.

2. Press the OK button to confirm.

3. The Child Lock indicator goes off.

An acoustic alarm will sound if the door is left open for a few minutes. The door open alarm conditions are indicated by: + flashing Alarm indicator + acoustic buzzer When normal conditions are restored (door closed), the alarm will stop. During the alarm, the buzzer can be switched off by pressing any button.

When first starting-up or after a period out of use, before putting the products in the compartment let the appliance run at least 2 hours. The freezer baskets ensure that it is quick and easy to find the food package you want. lf large quantities of food are to be stored, remove all drawers except for the bottom basket which needs to be in place to provide good air circulation. On all shelves except for the top shelf it is possi- ble to place food that protrude 15 mm from the door.

In the event of accidental defrost- ing, for example due to a power failure, if the power has been off for longer that the value shown in the technical characteristics chart un- der "rising time”, the defrosted food must be consumed quickly or cooked immediately and then re- frozen (after cooling). THAWING Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in the refrigerator compartment or at room temperature, de- pending on the time available for this oper- ation. Small pieces may even be cooked still fro- zen, directly from the freezer: in this case, cooking will take longer.

The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time. To freeze fresh food activate the FROST- MATIC function at least 24 hours before placing the food to be frozen in the freezer compartment. Place the fresh food to be frozen in the FROSTMATIC compartment. The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24 hours is specified on the rat- ing plate, a label located on the inside of the appliance. The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be fro- zen.

ENGLISH 9 REMOVAL OF FREEZING BASKETS AND GLASS SHELVES FROM THE FREEZER Some ofthe freezing baskets have a limit stop to prevent their accidental removal or faling out. At the time of its removal from the freezer, pull the basket towards yourself and, upon reaching the end point, remove the basket by titing its front upwards Atthe time of putting it back, slightiy lift the front of the basket to insert it into the freez- er. Once you are over the end points, push the basket back in their position. The appliance is equipped with shelf stops to secure the sheles. The shelves must be lifted up (1) on each side and than pulled outwards (2). The glass sheles equipped with expander rollers are secured with locking pins. To remove them proceed as follow

1. Use a screwdhiver to loosen the lock-

ing pin on each side on the expander roller.

2. Then pull out both locking pin (1)

8. "Then pul the glass sheff outwards (2).

You may hear a faint gurgling and a bub- bling sound when the refrigerant is pum- ped through the coils or tubing. This is correct. When the compressor is on, the refriger- ant is being pumped around and you will hear a whirring sound and a pulsating noise from the compressor. This is cor- rect. The thermic dilatation might cause a sudden cracking noise. It is natural, not dangerous physical phenomenon. This is correct. When the compressor switches on or switches off, you will hear a faint "click" of the temperature regulator. This is cor- rect.

HINTS FOR ENERGY SAVING

Do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary. Ifthe ambient temperature is high and the Temperature Regulator is set to low temperature and the appliance is fully loaded, the compressor may run contin- uously, causing frost or ice on the evap- orator. If this happens, set the Tempera- ture Regulator toward warmer settings to allow automatic defrosting and so a sav- ing in electricity consumption. To obtain the best performance: + do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary + do not remove the cold accumulators from the freezer basket.

To help you make the most of the freezing process, here are some important hints: the maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. is shown on the rat- ing plate; the freezing process takes 24 hours. No further food to be frozen should be add- ed during this period: only freeze top quality, fresh and thor- oughly cleaned, foodstuffs: prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make it possible subsequently to thaw only the quantity required; wrap up the food in aluminium foil or pol- ythene and make sure that the packages are airtight; do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food which is already frozen, thus avoiding a rise in temperature of the lat- ter; lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the storage life of food; water ices, if consumed immediately af- ter removal from the freezer compart- ment, can possibly cause the skin to be freeze bumt; it is advisable to show the freezing in date on each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of the storage time.

HINTS FOR STORAGE OF

FROZEN FOOD To obtain the best performance from this appliance, you should make sure that the commercially frozen foodstuffs were adequately stored by the retailer; be sure that frozen foodstuffs are trans- ferred from the foodistore to the freezer in the shortest possible time; not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary; once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be refrozen; do not exceed the storage period indica- ted by the food manufacturer.

Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the interior and all intemal accesso- ries with lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a brand-new product, then dry thoroughiy. Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the finish. If “dEMo” appears on the Display, the appliance is in demonstration mode: refer to “WHAT TO DO IF..." paragraph.

CAUTION! Unplug the appliance before carry- ing out any maintenance operation.

This appliance contains hydrocar- bons in its cooling unit; mainte- nance and recharging must there- fore only be carried out by author- ized technicians. PERIODIC CLEANING The equipment has to be cleaned regularly: + clean the inside and accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap. + regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure they are clean and free from debris. + rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not pull, move or damage any pipes and/or cables inside the cab- inet Never use detergents, abrasive powders, highly perfumed cleaning products or wax polishes to clean the interior as this will damage the surface and leave a strong odour. Clean the condenser (black grill) and the compressor at the back of the appliance with a brush. This operation will improve the performance of the appliance and save electricity consumption. Take care of not to damage the cooling system. ENGLISH 11 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.

PERIODS OF NON-OPERATION

When the appliance is not in use for long periods, take the following precautions: + disconnect the appliance from elec- tricity supply + remove all food + defrost (if foreseen) and clean the appli- ance and all accessories + leave the door/doors ajar to prevent un- pleasant smells. lfthe cabinet will be kept on, ask some- body to check it once in a while to prevent the food inside from spoiling in case of a power failure. DEFROSTING Your appliance is frost free. This means that there is no buildup of frost when it is in operation, neither on the internal walls nor on the foods. The absence of frost is due to the continu- ous circulation of cold air inside the com- partment, driven by an automatically con- trolled fan. After cleaning, reconnect the equipment to the mains supply.

Before troubleshooting, disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. Only a qualfied electrician or com- petent person must do the trouble- shooting that is not in this manual Problem Possible cause Solution The appliance does not operate. The appliance is switched off. Switch on the appliance. The mains plug is not con- nected to the mains socket correctly. Connect the mains plug to the mains socket correctly. The appliance has no power. There is no voltage in the mains socket. Connect a different electrical appliance to the mains socket Contact a qualified electrician. The compressor operates continu- ally. The temperature is not set correctly. Set a higher temperature. The door is not closed cor- rectly. Refer to "Closing the door". The door has been opened t00 frequently. Do not keep the door open longer than necessary. The product temperature is too high Let the product temperature decrease to room temperature before storage. The room temperature is too high. Decrease the room tempera- ture. The FROSTMATIC function is switched on. Refer to "FROSTMATIC func- tion”. The temperature in the freezer is too low. The temperature regulator is not set correctly. Set a higher temperature. The FROSTMATIC function is switched on. Refer to "FROSTMATIC func- tion". The temperature in the freezer is too high. The temperature regulator is not set correctly. Set a lower temperature. The door is not closed cor- rectly. Refer to "Closing the door". The product temperature is too high Let the product temperature decrease to room temperature before storage.

ENGLISH 13 Problem Possible cause Solution Many products are stored at the same time. Store less products at the same time. Products are too near to each other. Store products so that there is cold air circulation. There is too much frost. Food is not wrapped correct-

Wrap the food correctiy. The door is not closed cor- rectly. Refer to "Closing the door". The temperature regulator is not set correctly. Set a higher temperature. The buzzer sounds. The Alarm icon flash- ing. The door is not closed cor- rectly. Refer to "Door open alarm". dEMo appears on the display. The appliance is in demon- stration mode. Keep pressed approximately 10 sec the OK button since a long sound of buzzer is heard and the display shut off for a short while: appliance start works regularly. © upper or lower square is shown in the tempera- ture display. An error has occurred in measuring the temperature. Call your service representa- tive (the cooling system will continue to keep food prod- ucts cold, but temperature ad- justment will not be possible).

2. _ffnecessary, adjust the door. Refer to

gaskets. Contact the Service Center.

14 www.electrolux.com INSTALLATION WARNING! Read the "Safety Information" care- ful for your safety and correct op- ration of the appliance before in- staling the applance.

POSITIONING Install this appliance at a location where the ambient temperature correspondés to the climate class indicated on the rating plate of the appliance: Cli- Ambient temperature mate class SN +10°C to + 32°C N 16°C to + 32°C ST +16°C to + 38°C T +16°C to + 43°C The appliance should be installed well away from sources of heat such as radiators, boilers, direct sunlight etc. Ensure that air can circulate freely around the back of the cabinet. To ensure best performance, if the appliance is positioned below an overhang- ing wall uni, the minimum distance be- tween the top of the cabinet and the wall unit must be at least 100 mm . Ideally, however, the appliance should not be posi- tioned below overhanging wall units. Accu- rate leveling is ensured by one or more ad- justable feet at the base of the cabinet. 2N WARNING! It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains pow- er supply: the plug must therefore be easily accessible after installa- tion. LOCATION

2 Û ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the rating plate correspond to your domestic power Sup- pb. The appliance must be earthed. The power supply cable plug is provided with a con- tact for this purpose. f the domestic power supply socket is not earthed, connect the appliance to a separate earth in compli- ance with current regulations, consulting a qualfied electrician The manufacturer declines all responsibility if the above safety precautions are not ob- served This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Di- rectives.

REAR SPACERS ENGLISH 15 You can find the two spacers in the bag with documentation. Do these steps to instal the spacers:

1. Release the screw.

2. Engage the spacer below the screw.

8." Tum the spacer to the right position.

4. Tighten again the screws.

LEVELLING When placing the appliance ensure that it stands level. This can be achieved by two adijustable feet at the bottom in front. UN To carry out the following opera- tions, we suggest that this be made with another person that will keep a firm hold on the doors of the appliance during the opera- tions. To change the opening direction of the door, do these steps: + Remove the plug from the power socket +_ Tilt back the appliance carefully so that the compressor cannot touch the floor. + Remove the plinth. + Unscrew and remove the lower hinges. + Remove the door.

16 www.electrolux.com + Unscrew the upper pin and screw it on the opposite side. + Ref the door. + Make sure the edge of the door is paral- lel with the edge of the top

Unscrew the pin (A) and screwr it on the opposite side. Remove the cap (B) and position it on the opposite side. Screw the lower hinges. Reft the plinth. Stand the appliance upright

Fit the handle on the opposite side and put the plastic caps (contained in the in- Structions bag) in the free holes. Do a final check to make sure that: — All screws are tightened! — The door opens and closes correctly. Hthe ambient temperature is cold (.e. in Winter), the gasket may not fit pertectiy to the cabinet. In that case, wait for the natu- ral fitting of the gasket In case you do not want to carry out the above mentioned operations, contact the nearest After Sales Service Force. The After Sales Service specialist wil carry out the re- versibilty of the doors at your cost

Dimension Height 1850 mm Width 600 mm Depth 660 mm Rising Time 20h Voltage 230-240 V Frequency 50 Hz The technical information are situated in the rating plate on the internal left side of the appliance and in the energy label

ENGLISH 17 NOISES There are some sounds during normal run- ning (compressor, refrigerant circulation). SsaRe, \ { HISSS! ge"

18 www.electrolux.com ENVIRONMENT CONCERNS Recycle the materials with the symbol #7 Put the packaging in applicable containers to recycle it Help protect the environment and human health and to recycle waste of electrical and electronic appliances. Do not dispose appliances marked with the symbol * with the household waste. Return the product to your local recycling faclity or contact your municipal office.