EC1501AOW EN Chest freezer User manual
www.electrolux.com CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 CONTROL PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ENGLISH 3 SAFETY INFORMATION In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features.
www.electrolux.com 5. • • • • If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. There is a risk of electric shock or fire. 6. You must not operate the appliance without the lamp cover (if foreseen) of interior lighting. This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it. Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns. Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.
ENGLISH ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION 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. The insulation foam contains flammable gases: the appliance shall be disposed according to the applicable regulations to obtain from your local authorities. Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially at the rear near the heat exchanger.
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ENGLISH 7 OPERATION SWITCHING ON SWITCHING OFF Insert the plug into the wall socket. The pilot light will light up. Turn the Temperature regulator clockwise to a medium setting. To turn off the appliance, turn the Temperature regulator to the OFF position. If the temperature inside the appliance is too high the Alarm light will light up. TEMPERATURE REGULATION The temperature is automatically regulated.
www.electrolux.com CONTROL PANEL 1 1 High temperature alarm light 2 Pilot light 3 Action Freeze light 4 Action Freeze switch and Alarm reset ACTION FREEZE FUNCTION You can activate the Action Freeze function by pressing the Action Freeze switch. The Action Freeze light will light up. This function stops automatically after 52 hours. It is possible to deactivate the function at any time by pressing Action Freeze switch. The Action Freeze light will switch off.
ENGLISH FIRST USE CLEANING THE INTERIOR Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the interior and all internal accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a brand-new product, then dry thoroughly. Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the finish.
www.electrolux.com DAILY USE FREEZING FRESH FOOD The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time. To freeze fresh food activate the 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 rating plate 1) The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be frozen.
ENGLISH 606 806 946 1061 230 1201 1336 1611 SECURITY LOCK The freezer is equipped with a special lock in order to avoid accidental locking. The lock is designed in such manner that you can turn the key and thus close the lid only if you previously push the key into the lock. In order to close the freezer do these steps: 1. push the key into the lock gently. 2. turn the key clockwise towards the symbol . In order to open the freezer do these steps: 1. push the key into the lock gently. 2.
www.electrolux.com HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS HINTS FOR FREEZING To help you make the most of the freezing process, here are some important hints: • the maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. is shown on the rating plate; • the freezing process takes 24 hours.
ENGLISH 13 CARE AND CLEANING CAUTION! Unplug the appliance before carrying out any maintenance operation. 3. This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling unit; maintenance and recharging must therefore only be carried out by authorized technicians. 4. 5. 6. PERIODIC CLEANING 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Switch off the appliance. Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. Regularly clean the appliance and the accessories with warm water and neutral soap. Clean the lid seal carefully.
www.electrolux.com 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 stable (all the four feet should be on the floor). The compressor operates continually.
ENGLISH Problem 15 Possible cause Solution Food packages are blocking the lid. Arrange the packages in the right way, see the sticker in the appliance. 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 is difficult to open.
www.electrolux.com Problem Possible cause Solution There is no voltage in the mains socket (try to connect another appliance into it). Call an electrician. CUSTOMER SERVICE If your appliance is still not working properly after making the above checks, contact the nearest service centre.
ENGLISH 17 INSTALLATION POSITIONING WARNING! If you are discarding an old appliance that has a lock or catch on the lid, you must ensure that it is made unusable to prevent young children being trapped inside. The appliance shall have the plug accessible after installation.
www.electrolux.com NOISES There are some sounds during normal running (compressor, refrigerant circulation).
ENGLISH HISSS! 19 HISSS! SSSRRR! SSSRRR! CRACK! CRACK! TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions Height × Width × Depth (mm): 868 × 606 × 665 Rising Time 25 hours Further technical information are situated in the rating plate on the external right side of the appliance. 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.
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