AEG A51100HSW0, User Manual

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7. Reload the previously removed food into the compartment.
Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off frost as you could damage the appliance. 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, dur -
ing defrosting, may shorten their safe storage life.
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:
1.
Switch off the appliance.
2. Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
3. Remove all food.
4. Defrost and clean the appliance and all accessories.
5. Leave the lid open to prevent unpleasant smells.
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…
CAUTION!
Before troubleshooting, disconnect the power supply.
Only a qualified electrician or competent person must do the troubleshooting that is not in
this manual.
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 sta -
ble (all the four feet should be on
the floor)
The compressor operates
continually
The temperature is not set cor -
rectly.
Set a warmer temperature
The lid has been opened too fre -
quently
Do not leave the lid open longer
than necessary
The lid is not closed properly Check if the lid closes well and
the gaskets are undamaged and
clean
Large quantities of food to be
frozen were put in at the same
time
Wait some hours and then check
the temperature again
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