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Problem

Possible cause

Solution

 

The temperature of the
room that contains the ap-
pliance is too high for effi-
cient operation.

Try to reduce the tempera-
ture in the room where the
appliance stands.

The High tempera-
ture alarm light is
on.

It is too warm inside the
freezer.

Refer to "High Temperature
Alarm".

 

The cabinet has been re-
cently switched on and the
temperature is still too
high.

Refer to "High Temperature
Alarm".

There is too much
frost and ice.

Products are not wrapped
properly.

Wrap the products better.

 

The lid is not shut properly
or do not close tightly.

Check if the lid closes well
and the gaskets are un-
damaged and clean.

 

The temperature is not set
correctly.

Set a warmer temperature.

 

The water drainage plug is
not correctly positioned.

Position the water drainage
plug in the correct way.

The lid doesn't close
completely.

There is excessive frost.

Eliminate excess frost.

 

The lid gaskets are dirty or
sticky.

Clean the lid gaskets.

 

Food packages are block-
ing the lid.

Arrange the packages in
the right way, see the stick-
er in the appliance.

The lid is difficult to
open.

The lid gaskets are dirty or
sticky.

Clean the lid gaskets.

 

The valve is blocked.

Check the valve.

The lamp does not
work.

The lamp is defective.

Refer to "Replacing the
lamp".

It is too warm in the
freezer.

The temperature is not set
correctly.

Set a lower temperature.

 

The lid does not close
tightly or it is not shut
properly.

Check if the lid closes well
and the gasket is undam-
aged and clean.

 

Before freezing the appli-
ance was not precooled
sufficiently.

Pre-cool the appliance for
enough time.

ENGLISH

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Summary of Contents for EC1501AOW

Page 1: ...EC1501AOW EC2201AOW EC2801AOW EC3201AOW EC4201AOW EN CHEST FREEZER USER MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...owledge that you ll get great results every time Welcome to Electrolux Visit our website for Get usage advice brochures trouble shooter service information www electrolux com Register your product for better service www electrolux com productregistration Buy Accessories Consumables and Original spare parts for your appliance www electrolux com shop CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE We recommend the use of...

Page 3: ...ock 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 1 2 General safety WARNING Keep ventilation openings in the appli ance enclosure or in the built in structure clear of obstruction The appliance is intended for keeping foodstuff and or beverages in a normal household and similar ap...

Page 4: ...ns 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 con sumed straight from the appliance 1 4 Care and cleaning Before maintenance switch off the ap pliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket Do not clean the appliance wi...

Page 5: ...cording to the applicable regulations to obtain 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 2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 3 6 7 5 1 4 2 1 Lid handle 5 Defrost water drain 2 Lock 6 Valve easy re opening of lid 3 Rating plate 7 Light 4 Temperature regulator ENGLISH 5 ...

Page 6: ... obtain the maximum coldness A medium setting is generally the most suitable However the exact setting should be chosen keeping in mind that the tempera ture inside the appliance depends on room temperature how often the lid is opened the quantity of food stored the location of the appliance 4 CONTROL PANEL 1 2 3 4 1 High temperature alarm light 2 Pilot light 3 Action Freeze light 4 Action Freeze ...

Page 7: ...he Action Freeze function at least 24 hours before placing the food to be frozen in the freezer compartment The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24 hours is specified on the rat ing plate 1 The freezing process lasts 24 hours dur ing this period do not add other food to be frozen 6 2 Storage of frozen food When first starting up or after a period out of use before putting the products ...

Page 8: ... the key into the lock gently 2 turn the key counter clockwise to wards the symbol Spare keys are available at the lo cal Service Centre WARNING Keep the key well away from chil dren Make sure to remove the key from the lock before you discard the old appliance 7 HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS 7 1 Hints for freezing To help you make the most of the freezing process here are some important hints the maximu...

Page 9: ...n the appliance and the accessories with warm water and neutral soap Clean the lid seal care fully 4 Fully dry the appliance 5 Connect the mains plug to the mains socket 6 Switch on the appliance CAUTION Do not use detergents abrasive products highly perfumed clean ing products or wax polishes to clean the inner side of the appli ance Prevent damage to the cooling system There is no need to clean ...

Page 10: ... kept on ask somebody to check it once in a while to prevent the food inside from spoiling in case of a power failure 9 WHAT TO DO IF CAUTION Before troubleshooting discon nect the power supply Only a qualified electrician or com petent person must do the trou bleshooting that is not in this man ual There are some sounds during normal use compressor refriger ant circulation Problem Possible cause ...

Page 11: ...erature The water drainage plug is not correctly positioned Position the water drainage plug in the correct way The lid doesn t close completely There is excessive frost Eliminate excess frost The lid gaskets are dirty or sticky Clean the lid gaskets Food packages are block ing the lid Arrange the packages in the right way see the stick er in the appliance The lid is difficult to open The lid gask...

Page 12: ...set correctly Set a warmer temperature The appliance does not work at all Nei ther cooling nor lighting works Plug is not connected to the mains socket properly Connect the mains plug properly Power does not reach the appliance Try connecting another electrical device to the power outlet The appliance is not switched on Switch on the appliance There is no voltage in the mains socket try to con nec...

Page 13: ... that it is made unusable to prevent young children being trapped inside The appliance shall have the plug accessible after installation This appliance can be installed in a dry well ventilated indoor garage or cellar but for optimum performance install this appliance at a location where the ambient temperature corresponds to the climate class indicated on the rating plate of the appliance Cli mat...

Page 14: ...he cord clamp 4 is secure over the outer sheath 5 Make sure the electricity supply volt age is the same as that indicated on the appliance rating plate 6 Switch on the appliance The appliance is supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted 2 In the event of having to change the fuse in the plug supplied a 13 amp ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse must be used WARNING A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is ...

Page 15: ...BRRR HISSS CLICK BLUBB CRACK SSSRRR OK CLICK CLICK BRRR BRRR BLUBB BLUBB ENGLISH 15 ...

Page 16: ...HISSS HISSS SSSRRR SSSRRR CRACK CRACK 16 www electrolux com ...

Page 17: ...situated in the rating plate on the external right side of the appliance and in the energy label 13 ENVIRONMENT 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 Ret...

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Page 19: ...ENGLISH 19 ...

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