ZRG14801WA - Refrigerator AEG - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Refrigerator
Brand	AEG
Model	ZRG14801WA
Energy class	A+
Net refrigerator capacity	200 L
Temperature control type	electronic
Lighting	LED
Number of shelves	4 glass shelves
Door balconies	3 balconies
Vegetable compartment	1 vegetable drawer
Defrost type	manual
Height (cm)	177
Width (cm)	55
Depth (cm)	60
Net weight (kg)	55
Supply voltage	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Power consumption (W)	100
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent. Avoid abrasive products.
Child safety	Child safety function not specified
Spare parts	Available on the official AEG website
General information	User manual and instructions available online in PDF format

Frequently Asked Questions - ZRG14801WA AEG

How to install my AEG ZRG14801WA refrigerator?

Place the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from heat sources. Ensure a minimum clearance of 5 cm at the rear for air circulation. Level it using the adjustable feet.

What is the ideal temperature for the refrigerator?

The recommended temperature is +4°C for the refrigerator compartment. Use the control button to adjust the temperature.

How to defrost the refrigerator?

This model requires manual defrosting. Switch off the appliance, remove food, and let the ice melt. Avoid using sharp tools.

Why is my refrigerator making noise?

Normal operating noises can come from the compressor and refrigerant circulation. If the noise is excessive, check that the appliance is level and not touching a wall.

How to clean the inside of the refrigerator?

Unplug the appliance. Clean surfaces with a soft cloth dampened with warm water and mild detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

What to do if the door does not close properly?

Check that food is not blocking the closure. Adjust the feet for proper tilt. If the seal is damaged, replace it.

How to change the interior light bulb?

This model is equipped with LED lighting that does not require replacement. If the lighting fails, contact customer service.

What is the capacity of the appliance?

The AEG ZRG14801WA refrigerator has a net capacity of about 200 liters, sufficient for a household of 2 to 3 people.

Where to find spare parts?

Spare parts are available on the official AEG website or from authorized dealers. Use model number ZRG14801WA to identify parts.

How to download the manual in French?

Go to notice-facile.com and search for model AEG ZRG14801WA. You can download the user manual in PDF format for free.

USER MANUAL ZRG14801WA AEG

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Safety instructions 15 Operation 17 First use 17 Daily use 18 Helpful hints and tips 18

Care and cleaning 19 What to do if... 21 Installation 23 Technical data 25 Environmental concerns 26

Subject to change without notice.

Safety instructions

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 accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar 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 appliance 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 appliance 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 children. There is risk of suffocation.

- 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.

- If this 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 appliance. This will prevent it from becoming a death trap for a child.

General safety

Warning!

Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

- The appliance is intended for keeping food-stuff and/or beverages in a normal household and similar applications such as:

• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; – farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
• bed and breakfast type environments; – catering and similar non-retail applications.
• 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 refrigerating appliances, unless they are approved for this purpose by the manufacturer.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained 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 become damaged.

If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged:

- avoid open flames and sources of ignition

– thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated

- It is 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.

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.
4. Do not pull the mains cable.
5. If the 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 appliance to direct sunlight.

- Bulb lamps (if foreseen) used in this appliance are special purpose lamps selected for household appliances use only. They are not suitable for household room illumination.

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 explode.

• Do not place food products directly against the air outlet on the rear wall. (If the appliance is Frost Free)
• Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been thawed out.
• Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food manufacturer's instructions.
• Appliance's manufacturers storage recommendations should be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.
• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment as it creates pressure on the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the appliance.
• Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the appliance.

Care and cleaning

• Before maintenance, switch off the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
• Do not clean the appliance with metal objects.
• Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance. Use a plastic scraper.
• Regularly examine the drain in the refrigerator for defrosted water. If necessary, clean the drain. If the drain is blocked, water will collect in the bottom of the appliance.

Installation

Important! For electrical connection carefully follow the instructions given in specific paragraphs.

• Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it. Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report possible damages immediately to the place you bought it. In that case retain packing.
• 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 ventilation follow the instructions relevant to installation.
• Wherever possible the back of the product should be against a wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, condenser) to prevent possible burn.
• The appliance must not be located close to radiators or cookers.
• Make sure that the mains plug is accessible after the installation of the appliance.
• 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 carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
• This product must be serviced by an authorized Service Centre, and only genuine spare parts must be used.

Operation

Switching on

Insert the plug into the wall socket.

Turn the Temperature regulator clockwise to a medium setting.

Switching off

To turn off the appliance, turn the Temperature regulator to the "O" position.

Temperature regulation

The temperature is automatically regulated. 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.

A medium setting is generally the most suitable.

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

Environment Protection

This appliance does not contain gases which could damage the ozone layer, either in its refrigerant circuit or in its insulation materials. The appliance shall not be discarded together with urban refuse and rubbish. The insulation foam contains flammable gases: the appliance shall be disposed of according to the applicable regulations, and you should obtain information 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 symbol 🌐 are recyclable.

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.

Important! If the ambient temperature is high or the appliance is fully loaded, and the appliance is set to the lowest temperatures, it may run continuously causing frost to form on the rear wall. In this case the dial must be set to a higher temperature to allow automatic defrosting and therefore reduced energy consumption.

as to remove the typical smell of a brand-new product, then dry thoroughly.

Important! Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the finish.

Freezing fresh food

The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time.

To freeze fresh foods it is not necessary to change the medium setting.

However, for a faster freezing operation, turn the temperature regulator toward higher settings to obtain the maximum coldness.

Important! In this condition, the refrigerator compartment temperature might drop below 0°C. If this occurs reset the temperature regulator to a warmer setting.

Storage of frozen food

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 on the higher settings.

Important! In the event of accidental defrosting, for example due to a power failure, if the power has been off for longer than the value shown in the technical characteristics chart under "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

Helpful hints and tips

Normal Operating Sounds

• You may hear a faint gurgling and a bubbling sound when the refrigerant is pumped through the coils or tubing. This is correct.
• When the compressor is on, the refrigerant is being pumped around and you will hear a whirring sound and a pulsating noise from the compressor. This is correct.
• The thermic dilatation might cause a sudden cracking noise. It is natural, not dangerous physical phenomenon. This is correct.

or at room temperature, depending on the time available for this operation.

Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer: in this case, cooking will take longer.

Movable shelves

The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a series of runners so that the shelves can be positioned as desired.

Positioning the door shelves

To store various size food packages, the door shelves can be placed at different heights.

Gradually pull the shelf in the direction of the arrows until it comes free, then reposition as required.

When the compressor switches on or off, you will hear a faint "click" of the temperature regulator. This is correct.

Hints for energy saving

• Do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary.
• If the ambient temperature is high and the Temperature Regulator is set to low temperature and the appliance is fully loaded, the compressor may run continuously, causing frost or ice on the evaporator. If this happens, set the Temperature Regulator toward warmer settings to allow automatic defrosting and so a saving in electricity consumption.

er settings to allow automatic defrosting and so a saving in electricity consumption.

Hints for fresh food refrigeration

To obtain the best performance:

• do not store warm food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator
• do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong flavour
• position food so that air can circulate freely around it

Hints for refrigeration

Useful hints:

Meat (all types) : wrap in polythene bags and place on the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer.

For safety, store in this way only one or two days at the most.

Cooked foods, cold dishes, etc.: these should be covered and may be placed on any shelf. Fruits and vegetables: these should be thoroughly cleaned and placed in the special drawer(s) provided. When in contact, lemon juice can discolor the plastic parts of your fridge. It is therefore recommended to keep citruses in separate containers.

Butter and cheese: these should be placed in special airtight containers or wrapped in aluminium foil or polythene bags to exclude as much air as possible.

Bottles: these should have a cap and should be stored in the bottle rack on the door.

Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed, must not be kept in the refrigerator.

Hints for freezing

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 rating plate;

Care and cleaning

Caution! Unplug the appliance before carrying out any maintenance operation.

This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling unit; maintenance and recharging

• the freezing process takes 24 hours. No further food to be frozen should be added during this period;
• only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly 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 polythene 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 latter;
• lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the storage life of food;
• water ices, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, can possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt;
• 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 transferred from the foodstore 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 indicated by the food manufacturer.

must therefore only be carried out by authorized 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.

Important! Do not pull, move or damage any pipes and/or cables inside the cabinet.

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.

Important! Take care not to damage the cooling system.

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.

After cleaning, reconnect the equipment to the mains supply.

Defrosting of the refrigerator

Frost is automatically eliminated from the evaporator of the refrigerator compartment every time the motor compressor stops, during normal use. The defrost water drains out through a trough into a special container at the back of the appliance, over the motor compressor, where it evaporates.

It is important to periodically clean the defrost water drain hole in the middle of the refrigerator compartment channel to prevent the water overflowing and dripping onto the food inside. Use the special cleaner provided, which you will find already inserted into the drain hole.

Defrosting the freezer

A certain amount of frost will always form on the freezer shelves and around the top compartment.

Important! Defrost the freezer when the frost layer reaches a thickness of about 3-5 mm.

To remove the frost, do these steps:

1. Switch off the appliance.
2. Remove any stored food, wrap it in several layers of newspaper and put it in a cool place.
3. Leave the door open.
4. When defrosting is completed, dry the interior thoroughly and refit the plug.
5. Switch on the appliance.
6. Set the temperature regulator to obtain the maximum coldness and run the appliance for two or three hours using this setting.
7. Reload the previously removed food into the compartment.

Important! Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off frost from the evaporator as you could damage it. Do not use a mechanical device or any artificial means to speed up the thawing process other than those recommended by the manufacturer. A temperature rise of the frozen food packs, during defrosting, may shorten their safe storage life.

Periods of non-operation

When the appliance is not in use for long periods, take the following precautions:

1. disconnect the appliance from electricity supply
2. remove all food
3. defrost and clean the appliance and all accessories
4. Leave the door(s) open to prevent unpleasant smells.

Important! 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.

What to do if...

Warning! Before troubleshooting,

disconnect the mains plug from the mains

socket.

Only a qualified electrician or competent person must do the troubleshooting that is not in this manual.

Important! There are some sounds during normal use (compressor, refrigerant circulation).

Problem Possible cause Solution
The appliance is noisy The appliance is not supported properly		Check if the appliance stands stable (all the four feet should be on the floor)
The appliance does not operate. The lamp does not operate.	The appliance is switched off. Switch on the appliance.
The mains plug is not connected 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 appli-ance to the mains socket. Contact a qualified electrician.
The lamp does not work.	The lamp is in stand-by.	Close and open the door.
The lamp is defective. Refer to "Replacing the lamp".
The compressor operates continually.	The temperature is not set correctly. Set a higher temperature.
	The door is not closed correctly.	Refer to "Closing the door".
The door has been opened too 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 temperature.
Water flows on the rear plate of the refrigerator.	During the automatic defrosting process, frost defrosts on the rear plate.	This is correct.
Water flows into the refrigerator.	The water outlet is clogged. Clean the water outlet.
Products prevent that water flows into the water collector.		Make sure that products do not touch the rear plate.
Water flows on the ground.	The melting water outlet does not flow in the evaporative tray above the compressor.	Attach the melting water outlet to the evaporative tray.
The temperature in the appliance is too low.	The temperature regulator is not set correctly.	Set a higher temperature.
The temperature in the appliance is too high.	The temperature regulator is not set correctly.	Set a lower temperature.
	The door is not closed correctly.	Refer to "Closing the door".
The product temperature is too high.	high.	Let the product temperature decrease to room temperature before storage.
Many products are stored at the same time.	same time.	Store less products at the same time.
The temperature in the refrigerator is too high.	There is no cold air circulation in the appliance.	Make sure that there is cold air circulation in the appliance.
The temperature in the freezer is too high.	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 correctly.	Wrap the food correctly.
	The door is not closed correctly.	Refer to "Closing the door".
The temperature regulator is not set correctly.	correctly.	Set a higher temperature.

Replacing the lamp

Caution! Disconnect the plug from the mains socket.

Remove the screw from the lamp cover. Remove the lamp cover (refer to the illustration).

Replace the used lamp with a new lamp of the same power and specifically designed for household appliances (the maximum power is shown on the lamp cover).

Install the lamp cover. Tighten the screw to the lamp cover.

Connect the plug to the mains socket. Open the door. Make sure that the light comes on.

Closing the door

1. Clean the door gaskets.
2. If necessary, adjust the door. Refer to "Installation".
3. If necessary, replace the defective door gaskets. Contact the Service Center.

Installation

Caution! Read the "Safety Information" carefully for your safety and correct operation of the appliance before installing the appliance.

Positioning

This appliance should be installed in a dry, well ventilated indoor where the ambient temperature corresponds to the climate class indicated on the rating plate of the appliance:

Climate class	Ambient temperature
SN +10°C to + 32°C
N +16°C to + 32°C
ST +16°C to + 38°C
T +16°C to + 43°C

Some functional problems might occur for some types of models when operating outside of that range. The correct operation can only be guaranteed within the specified temperature range. If you have any doubts regarding where to install the appliance, please turn to the vendor, to our customer service or to the nearest Service Centre

Levelling

When placing the appliance ensure that it stands level. This can be achieved by two adjustable feet at the bottom in front.

Location

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 overhanging wall unit, the minimum distance between the top of the cabinet and the wall unit must be at least 100 mm. Ideally, however, the appliance should not be positioned below overhanging wall units. Accurate levelling is ensured by one or more adjustable feet at the base of the cabinet.

If the cabinet is placed in a corner and the side with the hinges facing the wall, the distance between the wall and the cabinet must be at least 10 mm to allow the door to open enough so that the shelves can be removed.

Warning!

It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply; the plug must therefore be easily accessible after installation.

Door reversibility

Important! To carry out the following operations, we suggest that this be made with another person that will keep a firm hold on the doors of the appliance during the operations.

To change the opening direction of the door, do these steps:

1. Remove the plug from the power socket.
2. Tilt back the appliance carefully so that the compressor cannot touch the floor.
3. Unscrew the left feet.
4. Unscrew the screws of the door bottom hinge.

1. Take off the appliance door by pulling it slightly downwards.
2. Unscrew the top door hinge pin of the appliance then screw it back on the other side.
3. Fit the appliance door on the upper door hinge pin.
4. Remove the lower hinge. Put over the pin in the direction of the arrow.
5. Unscrew and install the screw on the opposite side.
6. Install the lower hinge on the opposite side leaving the position of the door unchanged.
7. Screw in the one screw in the place set free on the other side as well as the right feet.

1. Remove and install the handle (if foreseen) on the opposite side.
2. Reposition, level the appliance, wait for at least four hours and then connect it to the power socket.

Do a final check to make sure that:

• All screws are tightened.
• The door opens and closes correctly. If the ambient temperature is cold (i.e., in winter), the gasket may not fit perfectly to the cabinet. In that case, wait for the natural 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 will carry out the reversibility of the doors at your cost.

Reversibility of the freezer door

Electrical connection

Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the rating plate correspond to your domestic power supply.

The appliance must be earthed. The power supply cable plug is provided with a contact for this purpose. If the domestic power supply socket is

not earthed, connect the appliance to a separate earth in compliance with current regulations, consulting a qualified electrician.

The manufacturer declines all responsibility if the above safety precautions are not observed. This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directives.

Technical data

Dimension
Height 850 mm
Width 595 mm
Depth 635 mm
Voltage 230 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.

Environmental concerns

Recycle the materials with the symbol ☐. 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 facility or contact your municipal office.

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