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USER MANUAL 75100 GA3 AEG-ELECTROLUX

• Before installing and using the appliance read this user's instruction book carefully. It contains safety precautions, hints, information and ideas. If the refrigerator is used in compliance with the instructions written, it will operate properly and provide you with greatest satisfaction. The symbols below help you to find things more easily: Safety precautions Warnings and information at this symbol serve safety for you and your appliance. Hints, useful information Environmental information Symbol for ideas At this symbol ideas can be found according to food and its storing. The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. From the Electrolux Group. The world’s No.1 choice. The Electrolux Group is the world's largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold each year to a value of approx. USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world. Important safety information p. 35
• General safety precautions p. 35
• Precautions for child safety p. 35
• Safety precautions for installation p. 35
• Safety precautions for isobutane p. 33
• Instruction for the User p. 36
• General information p. 36
• General safety precautions p. 36
• Switch and indicators p. 37
• Handling the appliance p. 37
• Installation p. 37
• Adjusting the temperature p. 37
• Freezing p. 37
• Storing p. 38
• How to make ice cubes p. 38
• Some useful information and advice p. 38
• Freezing and storage of frozen foods p. 38
• Hints and ideas p. 38
• How to save energy p. 38
• The appliance and environment p. 38
• Maintenance p. 38
• Automatic defrosting p. 38
• No-Frost technology p. 38
• Regular cleaning p. 39
• Long-term absence p. 39
• Trouble shooting p. 39
• Instructions for the Installer p. 40
• Installing the appliance p. 40
• Transportation, unpacking p. 40
• Cleaning p. 40
• Placement p. 40
• Change of door opening direction p. 41
• Electrical connection p. 41
• Storage time chart p. 42
• Guarantee conditions p. 42
• Service and spare parts p. 42
• Declaration Of Guarantee Terms Contents35 General safety precautions Keep these instructions and they should remain at the appliance when moving away or changing owner. This appliance is designed for storing and freezing food, domestic use according to these instructions only. Specialised companies that are qualified to do so by the manufacturer must carry out service and repairs including repairing and changing the power cord. Accessory parts supplied by them should be used only for repairing. Otherwise the appliance can be damaged or can cause other damage or injury. The appliance is out of circuit only in that case if the plug is removed from the socket. Before cleaning and maintenance always unplug it (do not get it by the cable). If the socket is difficult to reach, switch off the appliance by cutting off the current. Power cord must not be lengthened. Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the back of the fridge/freezer. - A damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire. Do not place heavy articles or the fridge/freezer itself on the power cord. - There is a risk of a short circuit and fire. Do not remove the power cord by pulling on its lead, particularly when the fridge/freezer is being pulled out of its niche. - Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire and/or electric shock. - If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a certified service agent or qualified service personnel. If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. - There is a risk of electric shock or fire. When cleaning, defrosting, taking out frozen food or ice tray do not use sharp, pointed or hard devices, as they can cause damage to the appliance. Be careful not to allow liquids to the temperature control, switch gear and indicator respectively. Ice and ice-cream can cause hurt if they are eaten immediately after removal from the frozen food compartment. After dissolving frozen food must not be refrozen, it must be used up as soon as possible. Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food manufacturer's instructions. You must not make defrosting faster with any electric heating appliance or chemicals. Do not make hot pot touch the plastic parts of the freezer. p. 42

Warning: if you place frozen foods on top of the

product, the interaction of cold and vapor may produce water condensate in the space below the top. If such water condensate drips on the electric components placed in that space, a short-circuit may occur and damage the product. Therefore it is forbidden to place frozen foods on top of the product. Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the appliance because they may explode. Do not put carbonated drinks, bottled drinks and bottled fruits into the freezer. Precautions for child safety Do not allow children to play with the packaging of the appliance. Plastic foil can cause suffocation. Adults must handle the appliance. Do not allow children to play with it or its controlling parts. 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. 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. Safety precautions for installation Put the appliance to the wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, condenser) to prevent possible burn. When moving the appliance take care of the plug not to be in the socket. When placing the appliance take care not to stand it on the power cord. Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads to overheating. To achieve sufficient ventilation follow the instructions relevant to installation. Safety precautions for isobutane Warning The refrigerant of the appliance is isobutane (R600a) that is inflammable and explosive to a greater extent. Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. 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.

1. Storing compartment

2. Freezing compartment

4. Switches and indicators

9. Airflow direction

General information The official designation of the appliance is home freezer. According to this the appliance is suitable for storing frozen and deep-frozen food, freezing products in quantity given in the user's instructions at home and making ice. The appliance can meet the requirements of standards between different temperature limits according to the climate class. The letter symbol for climate class can be found on the data plate. Description of the appliance, main parts Instructions for the User Waste handling Packing materials The materials marked with are reusable. >PE< PE= polyethylene >PS< PS= polystyrene >PP< PP= polypropylene The packing consists of reusable materials only.37 Switch and indicators ( A ) On/off indicator (green) ( B ) On/off switch ( C ) Thermostat button (for higher temperatures) ( D ) Temperature display ( E ) Thermostat button (for lower temperatures) ( F ) Alarm indicator (red) ( G ) ACOUSTIC alarm OFF switch (see "Control and information system") ( H ) QUICK FREEZE indicator (yellow) ( J ) QUICK FREEZE pushbutton switch Handling the appliance Installation Insert the plug into the socket. Press the on/off switch of the freezing compartment. The green on/off indicator will light continuously and the current temperature value will flash. The flashing of the red alarm indicator and the acoustic alarm will warn you that the internal temperature is not yet sufficient for the conservation of food. To switch off the acoustic alarm and the temperature display flashing, press button "G". Do not put any food in the freezer until the internal temperature reaches -18 °C or the red alarm indicator goes out. Adjusting the temperature Temperature controls Temperature can be regulated with the use of the "+" (higher) and "-" (lower) buttons. These buttons are interlinked with the temperature display. Press either "+" or "-" to switch the temperature display from CURRENT temperature (continuous lighting ) to DESIRED temperature (flashing). If neither button is pressed again, the temperature display will shortly (within approx. 5 seconds) return to CURRENT temperature. DESIRED temperature: It is the temperature to be achieved in the freezing compartment. CURRENT temperature: It is the actual temperature of the freezing compartment as shown on the temperature display. The CURRENT temperature is shown by a continuous light. Temperature display The temperature display is able to show various information: Under normal operating conditions it displays the actual temperature (CURRENT temperature) of the freezer. At the time of setting the temperature, the freshly set temperature (DESIRED temperature) will flash. QUICK FREEZE on/off switch The quick freeze function ("FROSTMATIC") is used to achieve the quick freezing of fresh food and to prevent the already frozen goods from undesirable warming up. You can turn on the quick freeze function by pressing the quick freeze on/off switch. The yellow indicator will light up. You can manually turn off the quick freeze function any time by pressing the quick freeze on/off switch again. The yellow indicator will go out. If not switched off manually, the quick freeze function will be automatically switched off 48 hours later. The yellow indicator will go out. Temperature problem Once the temperature of the freezing compartment rises above -12 °C the red alarm indicator will light up and an acoustic alarm will be heard. Possible causes of such temperature rise: door opened too frequently or left open too long large volume of hot foot stored in the freezing compartment product defect You can stop the acoustic alarm by pressing the "Acoustic alarm off switch". Once the temperature of the freezing compartment reduces to a displayable value, the red alarm indicator and the acoustic alarm will automatically stop. Note: The acoustic alarm will stop: when the quick freeze function is switched on (by pressing the "Quick freeze on/off switch") Freezing Prepare the various foods properly and then freeze them always in the freezing compartment. The quick freeze function ("FROSTMATIC") is used to achieve the quick freezing of fresh food and to prevent the already frozen goods from undesirable warming up. For using the quick freeze function, press the quick freeze on/off switch (J) for 2-3 seconds; in the case of small and great food volumes you should do it approx. 4 and 24 hours, respectively, before you want to freeze the fresh food. The yellow indicator (H) will light up and the compressor will operate continuously until the product reaches the freezing temperature. Once the food is completely frozen (it may take up to 24 hours) you can manually switch off the quick freeze function by pressing the switch (J) for 2-3 seconds. If not switched off manually, the quick freeze function will be automatically switched off 48 hours later. The yellow indicator (H) will also go out. GB38 Storing It is practical to replace frozen products into the storing compartments (cages) after freezing has finished so that to make room in the freezing compartment for another freezing. Intermediate freezing does not deteriorate foods already stored. How to make ice cubes To make ice cubes fill the enclosed ice cube tray with water and put it to the frozen food compartment. Wetting the bottom of the tray and setting thermostatic control knob to maximum stage can shorten preparing time. After finishing do not forget to reset the thermostatic control to the suitable stage. Ready ice cubes can be taken out of the tray under running water then twist or hit it. Some useful information and advice After opening and closing the door of freezer vacuum will rise inside the appliance because of the low temperature. So wait 2-3 minutes after closing the door - if you want to open it again - while inner pressure equalises. Take care of operating the freezer at a position of thermostatic control so that the inside temperature can never go beyond -18 °C, since temperature higher than this can deteriorate frozen foods. It is practical to make sure of faultless operation of the appliance daily so as to notice possible failure in time and prevent deterioration of frozen foods. After a power failure the product will restart and the quick freeze function will be switched on. If not switched off manually, the quick freeze function will be automatically switched off 5 hours later. When the quick freeze function is switched off, the yellow indicator (C) will go out Freezing and storage of frozen foods As freezing with "No-Frost" technology is quicker, the foods frozen this way will preserve their original form, nutritional value and taste even after thawing. Place the foods to be frozen in the lower part of the product. For the perfect operation of the product, make sure that the frozen foods will not touch the ventilator cover or the ventilator mounted on the backside of the product. For the best results it is recommended to distribute the frozen foods evenly in the boxes. If you make small portions of the foods, the freezing process will take less time and subsequent thawing will be possible in small portions also. In order to avoid freezing burns, do not touch ice- creams immediately after they have been taken out from the freezer. It is recommended to state the freezing date on the package so that later you can check the storage duration. The time of transportation from the seller to the consumer must be as short as possible. Hints and ideas In this chapter practical hints and ideas are given about how to use the appliance to reach maximum energy saving and there is environmental information about the appliance as well. How to save energy Avoid putting the appliance in a sunny place and near anything that gives off heat. Be sure that the condenser and the compressor are well ventilated. Do not cover the sections where ventilation is. Wrap products in tightly closing dishes or cling film to avoid building up unnecessary frost. Avoid products put in the freezer compartment to touch foods already frozen. Do not leave the door open longer than necessary and avoid unnecessary openings. Put warm foods into the appliance only when they are at room temperature. The condenser must be kept clean. The appliance and environment 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. Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially at the rear near the heat exchanger. Information on your local disposal sites may be obtained from your municipal authorities. The materials used on this appliance marked with the sympol are recyclable. Maintenance Automatic defrosting This product is designed to avoid the formation of ice in the freezer. Accordingly, there is no need for manual defrosting. The product will automatically perform any defrosting once it becomes necessary. No-Frost technology In order to facilitate the removal of the ice layer, the evaporator is assisted by electric heating during the defrosting procedure. The ventilator is in OFF position. The defrost water will drip in the tray placed at the compressor and will evaporate. In the course of the defrosting procedure (approx. 30 minutes) the evaporator becomes warm but it has no influence on the internal temperature. The foods should be kept well-packed in order to avoid any moisture loss as a result of air circulation. Do not obstruct the vent holes because otherwise the operability of the product may be compromised. GB39 For such purpose it is recommended to put all foods in the baskets in the freezer compartment. Regular cleaning Never use soap or abrasives for cleaning. Once is it disconnected from the mains, wash the product with lukewarm water and then wipe it dry. Use clean water to clean the door sealing gasket. After the cleaning operations, reconnect the product to the mains. Once or twice a year it is recommended to remove the dust and dirt from the condenser mounted on the back panel. Long-term absence If you do not use the product for longer periods, make sure to perform the following: Switch off the product by pressing the on/off switch until the on/off indicator goes out. Disconnect the product from the mains. Remove all foods from the product. Perform defrosting and cleaning operations as described above. Leave the doors ajar to avoid the build-up of unpleasant odors. Trouble shooting During operation of the appliance some smaller but annoying trouble can often occur, which does not require calling a technician out. In the following chart information is given about them to avoid unnecessary charges on service. We draw your attention that operation of appliance goes with certain sounds (compressor- and circulating sound). This is not trouble, but means normal operation. We draw it to your attention again that the appliance operates discontinuously, so the stopping of compressor does not mean being no-current. That is why you must not touch the electrical parts of the appliance before removing it from the mains socket.

Inasmuch as the advice does not lead to result, call the nearest brand-mark service. Problem Cooling is too weak. Cooling is too strong. No cooling at all. Noisy operation Possible causes Thermostat is set too low. No sufficient pre-cooling done before freezing started. Too large food inserted: Too much food inserted for freezing at the same time. Food inserted while still hot. Door not fully closed. Thermostat is set too high. Plug is not properly inserted into socket. No current in socket. According to the indicator, the on/off switch (B) is not switched on. Product support is not correct. Remedial action Set to higher position. Provide for sufficient pre-cooling time. Cut food into pieces. Insert less food. Insert food of room temperature only. Check if door is fully closed. Set to lower position. Check plug-socket connection. Check presence of current. Press the on/off switch (B) for more than a second. Check stability of product support (all four feet should stand on floor). Power or operation failure: In case of power failure during the storage of frozen foods, make sure not to open the freezer door. Once the power failure is over, the yellow indicator (3) of the quick freeze function will light up and then, 5 hours after restart, it will automatically go out. If a short power failure occurs (max. 13 hours) and the product is full, the stored foods will not deteriorate. Otherwise you must use the stored food as soon as possible (if the temperature of the frozen foods rises, their storability will be shorter). When the electronic system fails to detect the ACTUAL temperature, the alarm indicator will start to flash. The product will continue to operate with the use of a reserve system until the problem is eliminated by the local service personnel.40 Installing the appliance Transportation, unpacking It isrecommended to deliver the appliance in original packaging, in vertical position considering the protective warning on packaging. After each transportation the appliance must not be switched on for approx. 2 hours. Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it. Report possible damages immediately to the place you bought it. In that case retain packaging. Cleaning Remove every adhesive tape, which ensure the parts not to move in the appliance. Wash the inside of the appliance using lukewarm water and mild detergent. Use soft cloth. After cleaning wipe out the inside of the appliance. Placement The ambient temperature has an effect on the energy consumption and proper operation of the appliance. When placing, take into consideration that it is practical to operate the appliance between ambient temperature limits according to the climate class that is given in the chart below and can be found in the data label. If the ambient temperature goes below the lower data the temperature of the cooling compartment can go beyond the prescribed temperature. If the ambient temperature goes beyond the upper data this means longer operating time of the compressor, increasing temperature in the freezer or increasing energy consumption. When placing the appliance ensure that it stands level. This can be achieved by two adjustable feet (1) at the bottom in front. 1-1 piece of distance washers (2) are accessories of the adjustable feet. If levelling the appliance requires, these washers can be removed. Do not stand the appliance on a sunny place or close to a radiator or cooker. If it is unavoidable because of furnishing and the appliance has to be stood near a cooker take these minimum distances into consideration: In case of gas or electric cooker 3 cm must be left, when it is less put a 0,5 - 1 cm non-flam insulation between the two appliances. In case of oil or coal-fired stove the distance must be 30 cm since they give off more heat. The refrigerator is designed to operate when it is totally pushed to the wall.

Ambient temperature +10 ... +32 °C +16 ... +32 °C +18 ... + 38 °C Instructions for the Installer41 When placing the refrigerator keep minimal distances recommended in figure. A: placing it under a wall-cupboard B: placing it freely Change of door opening direction Should the setting-up place or handling demand it, door- opening direction can be refitted from right-handed to left-handed. Following operations are to be done on the basis of figures and explanations: Pull out the plug from the mains socket. Tilt back the appliance carefully being careful so that the compressor can not touch the floor. It is recommended to ask another person for help, who can keep the appliance at this position safely. Unscrew the adjustable feet situated on both sides (2 pieces), in addition the screws fixing the lower door holders (2 pieces) respectively the screw on the other side. Take off the freezer door by pulling it slightly downwards. Unscrew the top door hinge pin of the refrigerator then screw it back on the other side. Fit the freezer door on the upper door hinge pin. Put over the pin in the lower door holding plate in the direction of the arrow. Fix the plate on the other side leaving the position of the door unchanged. Then screw in the one screw in the place set free on the other side as well as the adjustable feet (2 pieces) and set up the box. Put over the handles on the other side and put the plastic covering nails supplied in the plastic bag of this instruction book into the holes set free. Put the appliance to its place, set it level and plug it into the mains socket. In case you do not want to perform the procedures above, call the nearest brand-mark service. Technicians will accomplish the refitting expertly for charge. Electrical connection This refrigerator is designed to operate on a 230 V AC (

) 50 Hz supply. The plug must be put into a socket with protective contact. If there is no such, it is recommended to get an electrician to fit an earthed socket in compliance with standards near the refrigerator. This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives: - 73/23 EEC of 19.02.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications, - 89/336 EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications, - 96/57 EEC - 96/09/03 (Energy Efficiency Directive) and its subsequent amendments. GB42 or equivalent purposes.

2. Performing the guarantee means that the appliance is

returned to the condition it was in before the defect occurred. Defective parts are replaced or repaired. Parts replaced free of charge become our property.

3. So as to avoid more severe damage, the defect must be

brought to our attention immediately.

4. Applying the guarantee is subject to the consumer

providing proof of purchase showing the purchase and/or delivery date.

5. The guarantee will not apply if damage caused to

delicate parts, such as glass (vitreous ceramic), synthetic materials and rubber, is the result of inappropriate use.

6. The guarantee cannot be called on for minor faults

that do not affect the value or the overall reliability of the appliance.

7. The statutory warranty does not apply when defects

Guarantee conditions Service and spare parts If calling the service is unavoidable, announce the trouble at a brand-mark service nearest to your place. When announcing the appliance has to be identified according to its data label. The data label of the appliance is stuck to the wall of the interior beside the vegetable box in the fresh food compartment in the bottom on the left side. All necessary data are there which are needed to the service announcement (type, model, serial number, etc.). Note here the data from the data label of your appliance: The manufacturer reserves the right to make any changes in the products. Model Product No. Serial No. Date of purchase: Our appliances are produced with the greatest of care. However, a defect may still occur. Our consumer services department will repair this upon request, either during or after the guarantee period. The service life of the appliance will not, however, be reduced as a result. This declaration of guarantee terms is based on European Union Directive 99/44/EC and the provisions of the Civil Code. The statutory rights that the consumer has under this legislation are not affected by this declaration of guarantee terms. This declaration does not affect the vendor's statutory warranty to the end user. The appliance is guaranteed within the context of and in adherence with the following terms:

1. In accordance with provisions laid down in paragraphs

2 to 15, we will remedy free of charge any defect that occurs within 24 months from the date the appliance is delivered to the first end user. These guarantee terms do not apply in the event of use for professional Declaration Of Guarantee Terms Foods -18°C Vegetables: green beans, green peas, mixed vegetables, marrow, corn, etc. 12 months Ready-cooked foods: vegetable dish, trimmings, with meat, etc. 12 months Ready-cooked foods: sirloin steaks, stew from knuckle of ham, meat from pig pudding, etc. 6 months Foods from potatoes, pasta: mashed potato, gnocchi, dumpling, pasta filled with jam, chips 12 months Soups: meat-broth, soup from green beans, soup from green peas, etc. 6 months Fruits: sour cherry, cherry, gooseberry, fruit cream, mashed maroon 12 months Meat: chicken, duck, goose 5 months fillets, tuna fish 6 months Popsicle, ice-cream 3 weeks Storage time chart Storage time of deep-frozen and frozen products43 - a chemical or electrochemical reaction caused by water, - abnormal environmental conditions in general, - unsuitable operating conditions, - contact with harsh substances.

8. The guarantee does not apply to defects due to

transport which have occurred outside of our responsibility. Nor will the guarantee cover those caused by inadequate installation or assembly, lack of maintenance or failure to respect the assembly instructions or directions for use.

9. Defects that result from repairs or measures carried

out by people who are not qualified or expert or defects that result from the addition of non-original accessories or spare parts are not covered by the guarantee.

10. Appliances that are easy to transport may be delivered

or sent to the consumer services department. Home repairs are only anticipated for bulky appliances or built-in appliances.

11. If the appliances are built-in, built-under, fixed or

suspended in such a way that removing and replacing them in the place where they are fitted takes more than half an hour, the costs that result therefrom will be charged for. Connected damage caused by these removal and replacement operations will be the responsibility of the user.

12. If, during the guarantee period, repairing the same

defect repeatedly is not conclusive, or if the repair costs are considered disproportionate, in agreement with the consumer, the defective appliance may be replaced with another appliance of the same value. In this event, we reserve the right to ask for a financial contribution calculated according to the length of time it has been used.

13. A repair under guarantee does not mean that the

normal guarantee period will be extended nor that a new guarantee period begins.

14. We give a twelve month guarantee for repairs, limited

15. Except in the event where liability is legally imposed,

this declaration of guarantee terms excludes any compensation for damage outside the appliance for which the consumer wishes to assert his rights. In the event of legally admitted liability, compensation will not exceed the purchase price paid for the appliance. These guarantee terms are only valid for appliances purchased and used in Belgium. For exported appliances, the user must first make sure that they satisfy the technical conditions (e.g.: voltage, frequency, installation instructions, type of gas, etc.) for the country concerned and that they can withstand the local climatic and environmental conditions. For appliances purchased abroad, the user must first ensure that they meet the qualifications required in Belgium. Non-essential or requested adjustments are not covered by the guarantee and are not possible in all cases. Our consumer services department is always at your disposal, even after the guarantee period has expired. Address for our consumer services department: