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USER MANUAL ATF851 AEG

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

Always use original spare parts. When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number. The information can be found on the rating plate. Warning / Caution-Safety information General information and tips Environmental information Subject to change without notice.

1. SAFETY INFORMATION

Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not www.aeg.com58responsible for any injuries or damage that are the result of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and accessible location for future reference.

1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload the appliance provided that they have been properly instructed.

• This appliance may be used by persons with very extensive and complex disabilities provided that they have been properly instructed.

• Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance of the appliance without supervision.

• Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of it appropriately.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: – Farm houses; staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; – By clients in hotels, motels, bed and breakfast and other residential type environments.

• To avoid contamination of food respect the following instructions: – do not open the door for long periods; ENGLISH 59– clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems;

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

• WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

• WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

• WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not use water spray and steam to clean the appliance.

• Clean the appliance with a moist soft cloth. Only use neutral detergents. Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads, solvents or metal objects.

• When the appliance is empty for long period, switch it off, defrost, clean, dry and leave the door open to prevent mould from developing within the appliance.

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

WARNING! Only a qualified person must install this appliance.

• Remove all the packaging.

• Do not install or use a damaged appliance.

• Follow the installation instructions supplied with the appliance.

• Always take care when moving the appliance as it is heavy. Always use safety gloves and enclosed footwear.

• Make sure the air can circulate around the appliance.

• At first installation or after reversing the door wait at least 4 hours before connecting the appliance to the power supply. This is to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.

• Before carrying out any operations on the appliance (e.g. reversing the door), remove the plug from the power socket.

• Do not install the appliance close to radiators or cookers, ovens or hobs. www.aeg.com60• Do not expose the appliance to the rain.

• Do not install the appliance where there is direct sunlight.

• Do not install this appliance in areas that are too humid or too cold.

• When you move the appliance, lift it by the front edge to avoid scratching the floor.

2.2 Electrical connection

WARNING! Risk of fire and electric shock. WARNING! When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged. WARNING! Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.

• The appliance must be earthed.

• Make sure that the parameters on the rating plate are compatible with the electrical ratings of the mains power supply.

• Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket.

• Make sure not to cause damage to the electrical components (e.g. mains plug, mains cable, compressor). Contact the Authorised Service Centre or an electrician to change the electrical components.

• The mains cable must stay below the level of the mains plug.

• Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at the end of the installation. Make sure that there is access to the mains plug after the installation.

• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.

WARNING! Risk of injury, burns, electric shock or fire. The appliance contains flammable gas, isobutane (R600a), a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility. Be careful not to cause damage to the refrigerant circuit containing isobutane.

• Do not change the specification of this appliance.

• Do not put electrical appliances (e.g. ice cream makers) in the appliance unless they are stated applicable by the manufacturer.

• If damage occurs to the refrigerant circuit, make sure that there are no flames and sources of ignition in the room. Ventilate the room.

• Do not let hot items to touch the plastic parts of the appliance.

• Do not put soft drinks in the freezer compartment. This will create pressure on the drink container.

• Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the appliance.

• Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with flammable products in, near or on the appliance.

• Do not touch the compressor or the condenser. They are hot.

• Do not remove or touch items from the freezer compartment if your hands are wet or damp.

• Do not freeze again food that has been thawed.

• Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of frozen food.

• Wrap the food in any food contact material before putting it in the freezer compartment.

2.4 Internal lighting

WARNING! Risk of electric shock.

• Concerning the lamp(s) inside this product and spare part lamps sold separately: These lamps are intended to withstand extreme physical ENGLISH 61conditions in household appliances, such as temperature, vibration, humidity, or are intended to signal information about the operational status of the appliance. They are not intended to be used in other applications and are not suitable for household room illumination.

2.5 Care and cleaning

WARNING! Risk of injury or damage to the appliance.

• Before maintenance, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.

• This appliance contains hydrocarbons in the cooling unit. Only a qualified person must do the maintenance and the recharging of the unit.

• Regularly examine the drain of the appliance and if necessary, clean it. If the drain is blocked, defrosted water collects in the bottom of the appliance.

• To repair the appliance contact the Authorised Service Centre. Use original spare parts only.

• Please note that self-repair or non- professional repair can have safety consequences and might void the guarantee.

• The following spare parts will be available for 7 years after the model has been discontinued: thermostats, temperature sensors, printed circuit boards, light sources, door handles, door hinges, trays and baskets. Please note that some of these spare parts are only available to professional repairers, and that not all spare parts are relevant for all models.

• Door gaskets will be available for 10 years after the model has been discontinued.

WARNING! Risk of injury or suffocation.

• Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply.

• Cut off the mains cable and discard it.

• Remove the door to prevent children and pets to be closed inside of the appliance.

• The refrigerant circuit and the insulation materials of this appliance are ozone-friendly.

• The insulation foam contains flammable gas. Contact your municipal authority for information on how to discard the appliance correctly.

• Do not cause damage to the part of the cooling unit that is near the heat exchanger.

WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters. www.aeg.com623.1 Dimensions

Overall dimensions ¹ H1 mm 845 W1 mm 560 D1 mm 575 ¹ the height, width and depth of the appliance without the handle Space required in use ² H2 mm 945 W2 mm 760 D2 mm 690 ² the height, width and depth of the appliance including the handle, plus the space necessary for free circulation of the cooling air Overall space required in use ³ H2 mm 945 W3 mm 760 D3 mm 1165 ³ the height, width and depth of the appliance including the handle, plus the space necessary for free circulation of the cooling air, plus the space necessary to allow door opening to the minimum angle permitting removal of all internal equipment

This appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance. In case of different installation from freestanding respecting space required in use dimensions, the appliance will function correctly but energy consumption might increase slightly. ENGLISH 63To ensure appliance's best functionality, you should not install the appliance in the nearby of the heat source (oven, stoves, radiators, cookers or hobs) or in a place with direct sunlight. Make sure that air can circulate freely around the back of the cabinet. This appliance should be installed in a dry, well ventilated indoor position. To ensure best performance, if the appliance is positioned below an overhanging wall unit, the minimum distance between the top of the cabinet shall be maintained. Ideally, however, the appliance should not be positioned below overhanging wall units. One or more adjustable feet at the base of the cabinet ensure that the appliance stands level. CAUTION! If you position the appliance against the wall, use back spacers provided or keep the minimum distance indicated in the installation instructions. CAUTION! If you install the appliance next to a wall, refer to the installation instructions to understand the minimum distance between the wall and the side of the appliance where door hinges are to provide enough space to open the door when the internal equipment is removed (e.g. when cleaning). This appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperature ranging from 10°C to 43°C. The correct operation of the appliance 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 Authorised Service Centre. It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply. The plug must therefore be easily accessible after installation.

3.3 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.

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

3.5 Rubber supporting pad

There is no need to install this additional equipment provided in a bag to your appliance during normal use. However, there is a risk the appliance become unstable when all food products are placed only on door shelves. In this case install the rubber supporting pad: www.aeg.com641. Tilt the appliance carefully on a soft foam packaging or similar material to avoid any damage to the back of the appliance and the floor.

2. Find a hole in a lower base cover and

insert a screw into the rubber supporting pad.

3. Screw it to the base cover with a

WARNING! Before carrying out any operations, remove the plug from the power socket.

1. Make sure the appliance stands

equipment. Refer to the "Daily Use" chapter. Close the door.

3. Unscrew the screws on the back of

4. Lift the top cover and place it on a

5. Unscrew the 4 screws that connect

the upper hinge. Put the upper hinge in a safe place together with the screws.

6. Lift the door and put it on a soft

7. Tilt the appliance carefully on a soft

foam packaging or similar material to avoid any damage to the back of the appliance and the floor.

8. Unscrew the screws of the bottom

hinge and adjustable feet.

9. Install the pin in the opposite hole of

side of the appliance.

11. Install the rubber support on the side

making sure the hinge pin enters the door bottom hole.

13. Install the upper hinge on the

opposite side of the appliance. Fit the upper hinge pin into the door upper hole. Tighten the screws. ENGLISH 6514. Screw the remaining 2 screws on the top side of the appliance with no hinge.

15. Place the top cover on the appliance

and tighten the screws on the back. Install the door equipment. Wait at least 4 hours before connecting the appliance to the power supply.

3.7 Installation of a door

handle If there is a door handle separately provided in a bag, you can install it as follows:

1. Remove the screws from the holes

on the side of the door. Keep or install the screw covers on the side with a door hinge.

2. Match the handle holes with the

holes in the door and screw the handle with screws previously removed.

Insert the plug into the wall socket.

To turn off the appliance, remove the plug from the power socket.

4.3 Temperature regulation

The temperature is regulated automatically. However, you can set a temperature inside the appliance yourself. Choose the setting keeping in mind that the temperature inside the appliance depends on:

• frequency of opening the door,

• quantity of food stored,

• appliance location. A medium setting is generally the most suitable one. www.aeg.com665. DAILY USE

5.1 Freezing fresh food

The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time. Store the fresh food evenly distributed in the first and second compartment or drawer from the top. The maximum amount of food that can be frozen without adding other fresh food during 24 hours is specified on the rating plate (a label located inside the appliance).

5.2 Storage of frozen food

When activating an appliance for the first time or after a period out of use, before putting the products in the compartment let the appliance run at least 3 hours. The freezer drawers ensure that it is quick and easy to find the food package you want. If large quantities of food are to be stored, remove all drawers, except for the bottom drawer which needs to be in place to provide good air circulation. Keep the food no closer than 15 mm from the door. CAUTION! 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 on rating plate under "rising time", the defrosted food must be consumed quickly or cooked immediately then cooled and then re-frozen.

Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in the refrigerator 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.

6.1 Hints for energy saving

• The internal configuration of the appliance is the one that ensures the most efficient use of energy.

• Do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than necessary.

• The colder the temperature setting, the higher the energy consumption.

• If the ambient temperature is high and the temperature control is set to low temperature and the appliance is fully loaded, the compressor may run continuously, causing frost or ice formation on the evaporator. In this case, set the temperature control toward higher temperature to allow automatic defrosting and to save energy this way.

• Ensure a good ventilation. Do not cover the ventilation grilles or holes.

6.2 Hints for freezing

• Before freezing wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil, plastic film or bags, airtight containers with lid.

• For more efficient freezing and thawing divide food into small portions.

• It is recommended to put labels and dates on all your frozen food. This will help to identify foods and to know when they should be used before their deterioration.

• The food should be fresh when being frozen to preserve good quality. Especially fruits and vegetables should be frozen after the harvest to preserve all of their nutrients.

• Do not freeze bottles or cans with liquids, in particular drinks containing carbon dioxide - they may explode during freezing. ENGLISH 67• Do not put hot food in the freezer compartment. Cool it down at room temperature before placing it inside the compartment.

• To avoid increase in temperature of already frozen food, do not place fresh unfrozen food directly next to it. Place food at room temperature in the part of the freezer compartment where there is no frozen food.

• Do not eat ice cubes, water ices or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer. Risk of frostbites.

• Do not re-freeze defrosted food. If the food has defrosted, cook it, cool it down and then freeze it.

6.3 Hints for storage of

• Freezer compartment is the one marked with .

• The medium temperature setting ensures good preservation of frozen food products. Higher temperature setting inside the appliance may lead to shorter shelf life.

• The whole freezer compartment is suitable for storage of frozen food products.

• Leave enough space around the food to allow air to circulate freely.

• For adequate storage refer to food packaging label to see the shelf life of food.

• It is important to wrap the food in such a way that prevents water, humidity or condensation from getting inside.

After grocery shopping:

• Ensure that the packaging is not damaged - the food could be deteriorated. If the package is swollen or wet, it might have not been stored in the optimal conditions and defrosting may have already started.

• To limit the defrosting process buy frozen goods at the end of your grocery shopping and transport them in a thermal and insulated cool bag.

• Place the frozen foods immediately in the freezer after coming back from the shop.

• If food has defrosted even partially, do not re-freeze it. Consume it as soon as possible.

• Respect the expiry date and the storage information on the package.

Seafood: www.aeg.com68Type of food Shelf life (months) Fatty fish (e.g. salmon, mackerel) Lean fish (e.g. cod, flounder) Shrimps Shucked clams and mussels Cooked fish

Meat: Poultry Beef Pork Lamb Sausage Ham Leftovers with meat

7. CARE AND CLEANING

WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters.

7.1 Cleaning the interior

Before using the appliance for the first time, the interior and all internal accessories should be washed with lukewarm water and some neutral soap to remove the typical smell of a brand- new product, then dried thoroughly. CAUTION! Do not use detergents, abrasive powders, chlorine or oil-based cleaners as they will damage the finish. CAUTION! The accessories and parts of the appliance are not suitable for washing in a dishwasher.

7.2 Periodic cleaning

The equipment has to be cleaned regularly:

1. Clean the inside and accessories

with lukewarm water and some neutral soap.

2. Regularly check the door seals and

wipe them clean to ensure they are clean and free from debris.

3. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

7.3 Defrosting of the freezer

CAUTION! 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. It is recommended to scrape away the frost with the plastic ice scraper. About 12 hours prior to defrosting set a lower temperature in order to build up sufficient chill reserve in case of any interruption in operation. Defrost the freezer compartment when the frost layer reaches a thickness of about 3-5 mm. To defrost freezer compartment:

1. Switch off the appliance or pull out

electrical plug from the wall socket. ENGLISH 692. Remove any stored food, wrap it in several layers of newspaper and put it in a cool place. CAUTION! A temperature rise of the frozen food packs during defrosting may shorten their safe storage life. Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Hands can freeze to the goods.

3. Leave the door open. Protect the

floor from the defrosting water e.g. with a cloth or a flat vessel.

4. 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.

5. When defrosting is complete, dry the

interior thoroughly.

6. Switch on the appliance and close

7. Set the temperature regulator to

obtain the maximum coldness and run the appliance for three hours using this setting. Only after this time put the food back into the freezer compartment.

7.4 Periods of non-operation

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

1. Disconnect the appliance from

3. Defrost the appliance.

4. Clean the appliance and all

WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters.

8.1 What to do if...

Problem Possible cause Solution The appliance does not op‐ erate. 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. There is no voltage in the mains socket. Connect a different electrical appliance to the mains sock‐ et. Contact a qualified elec‐ trician. The appliance is noisy. The appliance is not suppor‐ ted properly. Check if the appliance stands stable. The compressor operates continually. Temperature is set incorrect‐ ly. Refer to "Operation" chapter. Many food products were put in at the same time. Wait a few hours and then check the temperature again. www.aeg.com70Problem Possible cause Solution The room temperature is too high. Refer to "Installation" chap‐ ter. Food products placed in the appliance were too warm. Allow food products to cool to room temperature before storing. The door is not closed cor‐ rectly. Refer to "Closing the door" section. Door is misaligned or inter‐ feres with ventilation grill. The appliance is not level‐ led. Refer to installation instruc‐ tions. Door does not open easily. You attempted to re-open the door immediately after closing. Wait a few seconds between closing and re-opening of the door. There is too much frost and ice. The door is not closed cor‐ rectly. Refer to "Closing the door" section. The gasket is deformed or dirty. Refer to "Closing the door" section. Food products are not wrap‐ ped properly. Wrap the food products bet‐ ter. Temperature is set incorrect‐ ly. Refer to "Operation" chapter. Appliance is fully loaded and is set to the lowest tempera‐ ture. Set a higher temperature. Refer to "Operation" chapter. Temperature set in the appli‐ ance is too low and the am‐ bient temperature is too high. Set a higher temperature. Refer to "Operation" chapter. Water flows inside the refrig‐ erator. Food products prevent the water from flowing into the water collector. Make sure that food prod‐ ucts do not touch the rear plate. The water outlet is clogged. Clean the water outlet. Water flows on the floor. The melting water outlet is not connected to the evapo‐ rative tray above the com‐ pressor. Attach the melting water out‐ let to the evaporative tray. The temperature in the appli‐ ance is too low/too high. The temperature is not set correctly. Set a higher/lower tempera‐ ture. The door is not closed cor‐ rectly. Refer to "Closing the door" section. ENGLISH 71Problem Possible cause Solution The food products' tempera‐ ture is too high. Let the food products tem‐ perature decrease to room temperature before storage. Many food products are stor‐ ed at the same time. Store less food products at the same time. The thickness of the frost is greater than 4-5 mm. Defrost the appliance. The door has been opened often. Open the door only if neces‐ sary. There is no cold air circula‐ tion in the appliance. Make sure that there is cold air circulation in the appli‐ ance. Refer to "Hints and Tips" chapter. If the advice does not lead to the desired result, call the nearest Authorized Service Centre.

to "Installation" chapter.

The technical information is situated in the rating plate on the internal side of the appliance and on the energy label. Voltage 220-240 V Frequency 50 Hz

11. INFORMATION FOR TEST INSTITUTES

Installation and preparation of the appliance for any EcoDesign verification shall be compliant with EN 62552. Ventilation requirements, recess dimensions and minimum rear clearances shall be as stated in this User Manual at Chapter 3. Please contact the manufacturer for any other further information, including loading plans. ENGLISH 7312.

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13. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

Recycle materials with the symbol . Put the packaging in relevant containers to recycle it. Help protect the environment and human health by recycling waste of electrical and electronic appliances. Do not dispose of appliances marked with the symbol with the household waste. Return the product to your local recycling facility or contact your municipal office. For Switzerland: Where should you take your old equipment? Anywhere that sells new equipment or hand it in to official SENS collection points or official SENS recycling firms. The list of official SENS collection points can be found at www.erecycling.ch