AEG ARCTIS User manual

ARCTIS
Gefrierschrank
Diepvriezer
Freezer
Gebrauchsanweisung
Gebruiksaanwijzing
Operating instructions

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Dear customer,
Before placing your new refrigerator/freezer into operation please read
these operating instructions carefully. They contain important
information for safe use, for installation and for care of the appliance.
Please keep these operating instructions for future reference. Pass
them on to possible new owners of the appliance.
These operating instructions are for use with several technically com-
parable models with varying accessories. Please observe the notes
which apply to your model.
Notes which are important for your safety or for the proper function-
ing of the appliance are stressed with a warning triangle and/ or with
signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Important!). Please observe the fol-
lowing carefully.
☞1. This symbol guides you step by step in the operation of the appliance.
2. ....
Supplementary information regarding operation and practical applica-
tions of the appliance appear after this symbol.
Tips and notes concerning economical and environmentally sound use
of the appliance are marked with the cloverleaf.
The operating instructions contain instructions for the correction of
possible malfunctions by the user in the section "What to do if ...". If
these instructions should not be sufficient, please contact your local
Customer Care Department.
Printed on paper manufactured with environmentally sound proceses
he who thinks ecologically acts accordingly...

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Contents
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Appliance Packaging Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Disposal of old Appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Remove transport safeguard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Your freezer needs air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Appliance alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Reversing the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
View of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Temperature setting buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Temperature display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Prior to Initial Start–Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Starting up and temperature regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
FROSTMATIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Frostmatic button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Control and Information System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Temperature warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Switching off the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Freezing and storing frozen food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Storage Goods Symbol/Freezing Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Preparation of Ice Cubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Magnetic door seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Energy Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
What to do if ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Correcting Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Noises during Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Regulations, Standards, Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Technical Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

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Safety
The safety aspects of our refrigerators/freezers comply with accepted
technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law.
Nevertheless, we consider it our obligation to make you aware of the
following safety information:
Intended use
• The freezer is intended for use in the home. It is suitable for the fre-
ezing of fresh food and storing frozen food, as well as for making
ice. If the appliance is used for purposes other than those intended
or used incorrectly, no liability can be accepted by the manufacturer
for any damage that may be caused.
• Alterations or changes to the freezer are not permitted for reasons
of safety.
• If you use the freezer in a commercial application or for purposes
other than the freezing or frozen storage of foods, the manufacturer
accepts no liability for any damages which may occur.
Prior to initial start–up
• Check the appliance for transport damage. Under no circumstance
should a damaged appliance be plugged in. In the event of damage,
please contact your supplier.
• Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply
cable. Important: if the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced
by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer or its
Customer Service.
Refrigerant
The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant
circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmen-
tal compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable.
• During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain
that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become
damaged.
• If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged:
– avoid open flames and sources of ignition;
– thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.
Safety of children
• Packaging (e.g. wraps, polystyrene) can be dangerous for children.
There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging material away from
children!
• Please make old appliances unusable prior to disposal. Pull out the
mains plug, cut off the mains cable, break or remove spring or bolt

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catches, if fitted. By doing this you ensure that children cannot lock
themselves in the appliance when playing (there is risk of suffocati-
on!) or get themselves into other dangerous situations.
• Often children cannot recognise the hazards present in household
appliances. It is therefore important that you ensure adequate super-
vision and never let children play with the appliance!
Daily Operation
• Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low tempera-
tures. There is a risk of an explosion! Do not store any containers
with flammable materials such as spray cans, fire extinguisher refill
cartridges etc in the refrigerator/freezer.
• Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer. They can burst
when the contents freeze, high carbonate content drinks can even
explode! Never store lemonade, juices, beer, wine, sparkling wine etc.
in the freezer. Exception: high alcohol content spirits can be stored
in the freezer.
• Do not put ice creams or ice cubes in the mouth immediately after
removal from the freezer. Very cold ice can freeze to the lips or ton-
gue and cause injury.
•Warning - Do not operate any electrical appliances in the refrigera-
tor and/or freezer (e.g. electric ice cream makers, mixers etc.).
•Warning - In order not to impair the function of the appliance,
never cover or obstruct the ventilation openings.
•Warning - Do not damage the cooling circuit.
•Warning - Do not use any mechanical devices or other artificial
means to speed up defrosting unless they are recommended by the
manufacturer.
•Warning - Placing frozen goods on the top of the appliance can
lead to the accumulation of condensation in the cavity of the stora-
ge tray through contact with the cold. Electronic components are
housed within this cavity. If condensation should drip onto these
components, the appliance could be damaged by a short circuit. For
this reason do not place frozen goods on top of the appliance.
• When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not
pull on the cable.
In case of malfunction
• If a malfunction occurs on the appliance, please look first in the
"What to do if ..." section of these instructions. If the information
given there does not help, please do not perform any further repairs
yourself.
• This product should be serviced by an authorised engineer and only
genuine spare parts should be used.

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• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance
yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause
injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Customer Care
Department.
Disposal
Appliance Packaging Information
All materials are environmentally sound! They can be disposed of or
burned at an incinerating plant without danger.
About the materials: The plastics can be recycled and are identified as
follows:
>PE< for polyethylene, e.g. the outer covering and the bags in the
interior.
>PS< for polystyrene foam, e.g. the pads, which are all free of chloro-
fluorocarbon.
The carton parts are made from recycled paper and should be disposed
of at a waste-paper recycling collection location.
Disposal of old Appliances
For environmental reasons, refrigeration appliances must be disposed
of properly. This applies to your old appliance, and - at the end of its
service life - for your new appliance as well.
Warning! Before disposing of old appliances make them inoperable.
Remove plug from mains, sever the power cable, remove or destroy any
snap or latch closures. This ensures that playing children do not lock
themselves inside the appliance (danger of suffocation!) or place
themselves into other life-endangering situations.
Disposal:
• The appliance may not be disposed of with domestic waste or bulky
refuse.
• The refrigerant circuit, especially the heat exchanger at the back of
the appliance, must not be damaged.
• The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that
this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall
be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is dis-
posed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative conse-

Remove transport packaging
The appliance and the interior fittings are protected for transport.
☞1. Pull off the adhesive tape on the left and right side of the door.
2. Remove all adhesive tape and packing pieces from the interior of the
appliance.
quences for the environment and human health, which could other-
wise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For
more detailed information about recycling of this product, please
contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service
or the shop where you purchased the product.
Installation
Installation Location
The appliance should be set up in a well ventilated, dry room.
Energy use and efficient performance of the appliance is affected by
the ambient temperature.
The appliance should therefore
– not be exposed to direct sunlight;
– not be installed next to radiators, cookers or other sources of heat;
– only be installed at a location whose ambient temperature
corresponds to the climate classification, for which the appliance is
designed.
The climate classification can be found on the rating plate, which is
located at the left on the inside of the appliance.
The following table shows which ambient temperature is correct for
each climate classification:
Climate classification for an ambient temperature of
SN +10 to +32 °C
N+16 to +32 °C
ST +18 to +38 °C
T+18 to +43 °C
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Installation
If installation next to a source of heat is unavoidable, the following
minimum clearances must be maintained at the sides of the appliance:
– for electric cookers 3 cm;
– for oil and coal fired ranges 30 cm.
If these clearances cannot be maintained a heat insulating pad is
required between the cooker and the refrigeration appliance.
If the refrigeration appliance is installed next to another refrigerator
or freezer a clearance of 5 cm at the sides is required, in order to pre-
vent the formation of condensation on the outside of the appliance.
Your freezer needs air
The refrigerating unit of your appliance is designed for maintenance-
free operation. What it should never lack is good ventilation. Air is
supplied under the door through the ventilation slot between the
appliance and storage surface. Air is extracted through the upper ven-
tilation grille. Never obstruct these openings by plinth screens or
crockery.
Appliance Alignment
The appliance must have a solid, level footing. Please compensate for
unevenness in the floor by turning the two adjustable feet at the front
in or out.

Reversing the door
The side at which the door opens can be changed from the right side
(as supplied) to the left side, if the installation site requires.
Warning! When changing the side at which the door opens, the appli-
ance must not be connected to the mains. Remove plug from the
mains beforehand.
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Installation
A
EG98
A12
A
EG75
☞1. Tilt the appliance slightly towards the
rear and prop it securely.
2. Unscrew the door hinge screws (K)
and remove the hinge pin bracket (1).
3. Open the door a little way and take it
out downwards.
4. Unscrew the upper pin (A) and screw
it into place on the opposite side.
5. Fit the door into the upper pin (A)
and close it.
6. Screw the hinge pin bracket (1)
securely into place on the opposite
side using the screws (K).
7. Unscrew the handle and refit it on
the opposite side. The holes that are
not used are to be masked with the
plastic plugs removed.
A
EG97
K
1

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Electrical Connection
The plug socket necessary for connection of your appliance to the
electricity supply should be positioned so that it is possible to pull out
the appliance plug.
Alternatively a concealed spur socket fitted with a 13 A fuse may be
fitted.
If the socket is not accessible once the appliance is built in, the electri-
cal installation must include suitable means of isolating the appliance
from the mains (e.g. fuse, cut-out, current trip or similar with a mini-
mum contact separation of 3 mm).
☞Before initial start-up, refer to the appliance serial plate to ascertain if
supply voltage and current values correspond with those of the mains
at the installation location.
e.g.: AC 220 ... 240 V 50 Hz or
220 ... 240 V ~50 Hz
(i.e. 220 to 240 volts alternating current, 50 Hertz).
The rating plate is inside the appliance on the left.
EIN/AUS
WARNUNG
AUS
FROSTMATIC
EIN
WÄRMER °C
-16-18-20 -22-24
KÄLTER
6
➀Drawer (for storing frozen
food and freezing fresh
produce)
➁Drawer (for storing frozen
food and freezing fresh
produce)
➂Drawer (only for storage)
➃Drawer (only for storage)
➄Control panel
➅Rating plate
The freezer has stops to prevent the drawers from falling out when
fully extended.
Description of the appliance
View of the appliance

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Description of the appliance
Control panel
1 Pilot light (green)
2 ON/OFF switch
3 Temperature setting buttons (for warmer temperatures)
4 Temperature display
5 Temperature setting buttons (for colder temperatures)
6 FROSTMATIC indicator light (yellow)
• FROSTMATIC for rapid freezing in the freezer compartment
7 Push button for FROSTMATIC
8 Warning light (red)
9 WARNING OFF button (see "Control and Information System"
section)
Temperature setting buttons
The temperature is adjusted using
the „+“ (WARMER) and „-“ (COLDER)
buttons.
These buttons are connected to the temperature display.
• The temperature display is switched over from the display of the
ACTUAL temperature (one light illuminated) to the display of the
DESIRED temperature (one light flashing) by pressing one of the two
buttons, „+“ or „-“.
• With each further press of one of the two buttons, the DESIRED
temperature is adjusted by one display field.
• If neither button is pressed, the temperature display automatically
switches back after a short period (approx. 5 sec.) to the display of
the ACTUAL temperature.
To remove the drawers (e.g. for cleaning purposes), pull them out as far
as the stops, lift and extract.

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DESIRED temperature means:
The temperature that is required in the freezer, this can be adjusted to
the temperatures shown in the display. The DESIRED temperature is
indicated by a flashing light.
ACTUAL temperature means:
The temperature display indicates the temperature that is currently
present in the freezer. The ACTUAL temperature is indicated by a con-
tinuously illuminated light.
Temperature Display
The temperature display can indicate several pieces
of information.
• During normal operation, the temperature currently present in the
freezer (ACTUAL temperature) is displayed, the corresponding light
illuminates.
• If the temperature in the freezer is warmer than the display range of
the temperature display, the red warning light flashes and all the
lights in the temperature display are extinguished.
• When the temperature is being adjusted, the temperature currently
set flashes (DESIRED temperature).
Prior to Initial Start–Up
Please clean the appliance interior and all accessories prior to initial
start-up (see section: “Cleaning and Care”).
☞
Starting up and temperature regulation
☞1. Insert the plug into the plug socket.
2. Press ON/OFF button. The green mains pilot indicator illuminates. A
warning tone sounds and the flashing red warning light indicates that
the required storage temperature has not yet been reached.
3. Press either the „+“ (WARMER) or „-“ (COLDER) button. The tempera-
ture display switches over and the DESIRED temperature currently set
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The temperature is fixed to -18°C. From a food safety point of view
-18°C should be considered sufficiently cold for storing food in the
freezer.
4. Set the required temperature by pressing the „+“ (WARMER) or „-“
(COLDER) buttons (see section "Temperature setting buttons"). The
temperature display will immediately show the changed setting. With
each further press of one of the two buttons, the DESIRED tempera-
ture is adjusted by one display field.
Adjustable temperature range: -16°C to -24°C.
5. Once the required temperature has been set, after a short period
(approx. 5 sec.) the temperature display will change and again indicate
the current ACTUAL temperature inside the appliance. The display will
change from flashing to continuous illumination.
The compressor will start and then run automatically.
Information! When the setting is changed, the compressor does not
start immediately if automatic defrosting is currently taking place.
Important: Regularly check on the red temperature pilot light and the
temperature display that the required storage temperature is being
maintained.
Important! Wait until the freezer compartment has reached a temper-
ature of –18°C, or the red warning light has gone out, before storing
frozen food.
FROSTMATIC
FROSTMATIC button
The FROSTMATIC function accelerates the freezing of fresh
food and, at the same time, protects foodstuffs already
stored from undesirable warming.
☞1. The FROSTMATIC function is switched on by pressing the FROSTMATIC
button. The yellow light illuminates. If the FROSTMATIC function is not
ended manually, the appliance electronics switch off the FROSTMATIC
function after 48 hours. The yellow light goes out.
2. The FROSTMATIC function can be ended manually at any time by pres-
sing the FROSTMATIC button again. The yellow light goes out.
When the FROSTMATIC function is switched on the ACTUAL tempera-
ture in the appliance can fall slightly. Once the FROSTMATIC function
has been switched off the selected DESIRED temperature will be
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If the FROSTMATIC function is switched on the temperature setting
may not be changed.
Control and Information System
The control and information system comprises a temperature display,
an optical warning light and an acoustic warning device.
The system warns:
– if the temperature in the freezer compartment is too warm;
– if there is a malfunction in the appliance.
Temperature Warning
The red warning light illuminates and the warning tone sounds if the
temperature in the freezer compartment is warmer than -12°C.
An increase in the temperature in the freezer compartment may be
caused by
- frequent or extended opening of the door;
- storing large quantities of warm food;
- a high ambient temperature;
- a malfunction in the cooling system.
The warning tone can be switched off using the WARNING
OFF button. The warning light and warning tone switch off
automatically when the ACTUAL temperature in the freezer
compartment drops again and returns to the range of the
display.
When the appliance is switched on for the first time, the warning light
and the warning tone signal an alarm because the necessary storage
temperature in the freezer compartment has not yet been reached.
Malfunctions
If the electronics in the appliance have detected a fault that prevents
the ACTUAL temperature being measured, all the lights in the tempera-
ture display will flash. The appliance will continue to function using a
backup program until your local Service Force engineer has repaired
the appliance.

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Freezing and storing frozen food
You can use your freezer for freezing fresh food yourself.
Important!
• The temperature in the freezer compartment must be –18°C or cold-
er before freezing food.
• Please observe the freezing capacity given on the rating plate. The
freezing capacity is the maximum quantity of fresh food that can be
frozen within a period of 24 hours. If you wish to freeze food several
days in a row, please observe a maximum capacity of only 2/3 to 3/4
of that on the rating plate. The quality of the food is best preserved
when it is frozen right through to the core as quickly as possible.
• Allow warm food to cool down before freezing. The warmth will
cause increased ice formation and increase the power consumption.
• Please note the maximum storage times specified by the manufac-
turer.
• Thawed foods which have not been processed further (cooked into
meals) may not under any circumstances be frozen a second time.
• Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low tempera-
tures. There is a risk of an explosion! Do not store any containers
with flammable materials such as, for example, spray cans, fire extin-
guisher refill cartridges etc in the refrigerator/freezer.
Switching off the appliance
To switch off, press the ON/OFF button until the mains power light
extinguishes.
If the appliance is not going to be used for an extended period:
☞1. Remove all deep-frozen packages as well as ice-trays.
2. Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button until the
mains power light extinguishes.
3. Remove the mains plug or switch off or disconnect the electricity sup-
ply.
4. Defrost freezer and clean thoroughly (see section: “Defrosting and
Cleaning”).
5. Leave the door open to avoid the build up of odours.
☞

Freezing and storing
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• Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer. They can burst
when the contents freeze, high carbonate content drinks can even
explode! Never store lemonade, juices, beer, wine, sparkling wine etc.
in the freezer.
☞1. To freeze the maximum quantity shown on the rating plate press the
FROSTMATIC button 24 hours prior to freezing, or 4 to 6 hours for
smaller quantities. Yellow display lights up.
The FROSTMATIC button need not be pressed for freezing of small
quantities.
2. All foods must be packed air tight prior to freezing, so that they do
not dry out or lose their flavour, and so that no flavour contamination
of other frozen goods occurs.
Caution! Do not touch frozen food with wet hands. Your hands could
stick to the food and cause skin abrasions.
The appliance’s electronics switch off the FROSTMATIC function auto-
matically after 48 hours. The yellow light goes out. You can also end
the FROSTMATIC function manually by pressing the FROSTMATIC but-
ton again.
3. Place the packed food in the drawers. Place food to be frozen in the
appliance´s two top drawers (1) and (2) equipped with its own refrige-
rated shelves. Unfrozen food must not touch items already frozen,
otherwise the frozen food could begin to defrost. Freezer drawers (3)
and (4) should only be used for storage of frozen food.
Place frozen foods in the drawers sorted by type, as far as possible.
4. Once the required storage temperate has been reached, press the
FROSTMATIC button again. The yellow light goes out.
Tips:
• The following are suited for the packaging of frozen goods:
– freezer bags and polyethylene wraps;
– special containers for frozen goods;
– extra–thick aluminium foil.
• The following are suitable for sealing bags and wrap: plastic clips,
rubber bands or tape.
• Smooth the air out of the bag before sealing; air makes it easier for
the frozen food to dry out.
• Make flat packages, because these freeze more quickly.
• Do not fill containers for frozen goods to the brim with liquid or
paste–like goods, because liquids expand during freezing.

Storage Goods Symbols/Freezing Calendar
• The symbols on the drawers show
different types of frozen goods.
• The numbers indicate storage times
in months for the appropriate types
of frozen goods. Whether the upper or lower value of the indicated
storage time is valid depends on the quality of the foods and pre-
treating before freezing. The lower value applies to foods with high
fat content.
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Defrosting
During use and when the door is opened, moisture is deposited as frost
inside the appliance, particularly on the evaporator. This frost must be
removed from time to time using the soft plastic scraper supplied.
Under no circumstances use hard or pointed objects for this purpose.
The freezer should always be defrosted when the layer of frost has
reached a thickness of approx. 4 millimetres. Defrost should be carried
out once a year regardless of the amount of frost that has built up. A
good time for defrosting is when the appliance is empty or contains
only a small amount of food.
Each temperature rise reduces the keeping qualities of your frozen
food. Around 12 hours before defrosting your freezer, switch over to
fast freeze to build up a low temperature reserve in the frozen food.
Warning!
• Do not use electrical heating appliances or any other mechanical or
artificial devices to speed up the defrosting process.
☞
Preparation of Ice Cubes
☞1. Fill the ice cube tray 3/4 full with cold water, place it in the freezer
compartment and leave to freeze.
2. To loosen the frozen cubes, either bend the ice cube tray or hold it
under running water for a few seconds.
Important! Never try to free an ice tray that is frozen to the freezer
compartment using pointed or sharp edged objects. Use the ice scraper
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• Do not use defrosting sprays, they can be hazardous to your health
and/or contain substances that damage plastics.
Caution! Do not touch frozen food with wet hands. Your hands could
stick to the food and can cause skin abrasions.
☞1. Switch on the FROSTMATIC function a few hours before defrosting to
make sure frozen food remains sufficiently frozen.
2. Remove frozen food, wrap it in several layers of newspaper and store
it, covered, in a cool place.
3. Switch off the appliance and unplug it, or pull the fuse or switch off
the circuit breaker.
4. Remove all drawers except the bottom one.
The bottom drawer serves as a practical con-
tainer to collect the water from the thawing
ice. Pull out the drawer and insert the plastic
scraper in the special location to act as an
extension channel to collect the defrost
water.
Tip: To speed up the defrosting process, place
a pan with warm water in the appliance and
close the door. Remove pieces of ice that have fallen before they com-
pletely defrost.
5. After defrosting, thoroughly clean the freezer compartment and interi-
or fittings (see "Cleaning and Care" section).
6. Do not forget to switch the FROSTMATIC function off again.
Cleaning and Care
For hygienic reasons the appliance interior, including interior acces-
sories, should be cleaned regularly.
Warning!
• The appliance must not be connected to the mains during cleaning.
Danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning switch the appliance off
and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or disconnect
from the electricity supply.
• Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture could
accumulate in electrical components and there is a danger of an
electric shock. Hot vapours can lead to the damage of plastic parts.
• The appliance must be dry before it is placed back into service.

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Important!
• Ethereal oils and organic solvents can attack plastic parts, e.g.
– lemon juice or the juice from orange peel;
– butyric acid;
– cleansers which contain acetic acid.
Do not allow such substances to come into contact with appliance
parts.
• Do not use any abrasive cleansers.
☞1. Remove frozen food and wrap it in several layers of newspaper. Store it
in a cool place, well covered.
2. Defrost the appliance prior to cleaning (see “Defrosting” section).
3. Switch off the appliance and unplug it.
4. Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and luke-
warm water with a little bicarbonate of soda added (5ml to 0.5 litres
of water).
5. After cleaning wipe with fresh water and rub dry.
6. After everything is dry, switch to FROSTMATIC function and switch off
the audible warning signal. Immediately replace the previously
removed food in the freezer. When the red warning light goes out,
turn the FROSTMATIC function off.
Accumulation of dust at the condenser increases energy consumption.
For this reason carefully clean the condenser at the back of the appli-
ance once a year with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner.
Magnetic door seal
After opening and closing the door of your freezer you will not be able
to open the door again immediately. This is because a vacuum will
have developed inside, keeping the door closed until the pressures
inside and outside the door have equalised. After a few minutes you
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Energy Saving Tips
• Do not install the appliance near boilers, radiators or other sources
of heat. High ambient temperatures cause longer, more frequent
operation of the compressor.
• Ensure sufficient air circulation and exhaust at the appliance base
and at the back wall of the appliance. Never cover air vent openings.
• Do not place warm foods into the appliance. Allow warm foods to
cool first.
• Do not leave the door open any longer than necessary.
• Do not set temperature any colder than necessary.
• Check the storage temperature in the freezer on the temperature
display.
• Put frozen food in the fridge to defrost. The cold in the frozen food
will then be used to cool the fridge.
• Always keep the heat emitting condenser, the metal grille on the rear
wall of your appliance clean.
What to do if ...
Correcting Malfunctions
A malfunction may be caused by only a minor fault that you can recti-
fy yourself using the following instructions. Do not perform any other
work on the appliance if the following information does not provide
assistance in your specific case.
Important! Repairs to refrigerators/freezers may only be performed by
competent service engineers. Improper repairs can give rise to signifi-
cant hazards for the user. If your appliance needs repairing, please
contact your specialist dealer or our local Customer service.
If the freezer system has stopped working and the freezer is full, the
reserve in the deep frozen food itself will give the food a hold over
time of about 22 hours.