Electrolux ER8998B, Instruction Book

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Electrolux 818 19 21-01/9
Safety instructions
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Your new fridge/freezer may have other functions compared to your previous one.
Carefully read these instructions to learn how the appliance works and how to care for it. Keep the instruction
booklet. It will come in handy if you later sell the cabinet or give it to somebody else.
These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before
installing or using the appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any of the
meanings or warnings contact the Customer Care Department.
For the User
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The cabinet is intended for keeping foodstuff in a
normal household as explained in this instruction
booklet.
·
Do not keep explosive gases or liquids in the
refrigerator or freezer compartment. They may
explode and cause injury and material damage.
·
Do not let sharp objects come into contact with
the refrigerating system on the back of and inside
the cabinet. If the refrigerating system is
punctured, the cabinet will be damaged and
foodstuff inside may spoil.
·
Do not keep carbonised drinks or bottles in the
freezer compartment. The glass bottles may
break.
·
The cabinet is heavy. The edges and projecting
parts of the cabinet may be sharp. Be careful
when moving the cabinet and always use gloves.
Child Safety
·
Pay attention so that small children do not gain
access to the operating controls or the inside of
the cabinet.
Scrapping old cabinets
When discarding the cabinet, hand it over to a
recycling station. For more information, call your
local city office or your dealer.
Contents
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Safety instructions 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scrapping old cabinets 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of the Appliance 3 . . . . . . . .
Control Panel 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before use 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the fridge 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To start the fridge and set the correct temperature 4 .
Temperature inside the fridge 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Measuring the temperature 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switching off 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Alarms and other features 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cabinet interior 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the freezer 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To start the freezer and set the correct temperature 6
Temperature inside the freezer
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Alarms and other features 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switching off 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Freezing 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suitable storage periods 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thawing 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cabinet interior 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hints and Tips 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saving energy 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Food Storage 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protect the environment 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance and Cleaning 10 . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the ventilation grille 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Defrosting the fridge 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Defrosting the freezer 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To Change the Light Bulb 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When the appliance is not in use 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Something Not Working 12 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guarantee Conditions 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer Care Department 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and Spare Parts 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical specification 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mains Cable 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unpacking 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remove the transport supports 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the cabinet 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical connection 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Door Reversal 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .