Elan ER450 User manual

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User Guide

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MAKING THE MOST OF THIS GUIDE
Congratulations on purchasing your Elan
product. To make the most of this product
make sure that you read through this
guide thoroughly.
THE COMPONENTS KEY
This handy pull-out section enables you to view
the components of your Elan product, whilst
reading their specific features and benefits.
USER GUIDE INSTRUCTIONS
Read through the whole leaflet making sure
to follow the instructions for Elan group
Please read the pages and the sections
showing the symbol of the Elan range you
have bought.
Some models (within a range) have unique
features. Look for the symbols with numbers
which are only for your model, for example:
450
REFRIGERATOR
To confirm which range and model you have,
look at the sticker on the inside of your Elan
behind the bottom salad or freezer drawer.
This information is also shown on th reverse
side of the Components Key so it can also be
refered to whilst the Guide is open.
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UPRIGHT FREEZERS
FRIDGE & FREEZER - TWIN
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Contents
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FREEZER FRIDGE FREEZER
BEFORE YOU SWITCH ON 4
PLUG IN AND SWITCH ON 5
TEMPERATURE CONTROLS 6
INDICATOR LIGHTS 7
USING YOUR ELAN EFFICIENTLY 8
KEEPING FOOD PERFECT 9
WHEN SHOPPING FOR CHILLED FOODS 10
WHEN SHOPPING FOR FROZEN FOODS 10
CLEANING 11
DEFROSTING 12/13
FREEZING FRESH FOOD 14
CHANGING THE PLUG 15
CHANGING THE INTERNAL LIGHT 15
REVERSING THE DOOR OPENING 16/17
TROUBLESHOOTING 18
CUSTOMER SERVICE 19
SAFETY 19
LEC GUARANTEE BACK COVER
CONTACTING LEC BACK COVER

Before you switch on
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CONSIDER THE LOCATION
To help you avoid pushing your Elan too far
back against a wall, a spacer has been
provided. It fits as shown below (Fig. 1). Your
Elan should not be installed on a carpet, it
may prevent proper air circulation. Don’t
locate your Elan near a heat source, e.g.
cooker, boiler or radiator. Avoid direct
sunlight in lean-tos or sun lounges. A cold
location such as an unheated garage or
outbuilding is also inappropriate. When
installing next to another appliance, keep a
minimum clearance of 25mm (1”) between
the two cabinets to avoid a build up of
condensation. Please also refer to Warnings -
Handling and room size on page 19
DECIDE WHETHER OR NOT TO
CHANGE THE DOOR OPENING
The door can open on its right or left hand
edge to suit its location. If you require more
information refer to Reversing the door on
page 16.
UNPACK YOUR ELAN
Remove all internal packing.
CLEAN YOUR ELAN
We recommend that you clean your Elan
before use, refer to Cleaning your Elan on
page 11.
LEAVE YOUR ELAN FOR 2 HOURS
The coolant fluid needs time to settle.
ENSURE YOUR ELAN IS LEVEL
Use the two rotating levelling feet at the front
(Fig. 2)
Use a spirit level if you have one, or
alternatively place a large plate of water on
one of the shelves. A very slight backward
lean will ensure that the door closes better.
down up
These models have one adjustable foot only.
450, 550
455, 550, 555
550
These models don’t have any adjustable feet.
250
250
FREEZERS
REFRIGERATORS
FREEZERS
LARDERS
REFRIGERATORS
Fig. 1
Fig. 2

Plug in and switch on
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RUN YOUR ELAN FOR 24 HOURS
Your Elan is tested and inspected before
leaving Lec. Unfortunately damage occasionally
occurs during transportation. Switch on for 24
hours to check it is functioning properly before
using it to store food.
YOU CAN CHECK THE TEMPERATURE
A few days after you start using your Elan
you may wish to check it is running at the
correct temperature. You’ll need a special
Fridge Freezer thermometer. These are
available from most supermarkets and
hardware shops.
Don’t empty your Elan. Check the
thermostat is between 3 and 5. Put the
thermometer in the coldest part of your
Fridge or Larder (just above the Salad Bin)
or in one of the Freezer drawers. You
should be able to read it quickly, without
moving it when you open the door. Close
the door and leave it overnight.
1
The next morning, read the temperature
without removing the thermometer.
2
These models can be cooled more quickly
using the Fast Freeze feature. This facility
uses slightly more electricity. See page 6.
FREEZERS
It should be between 0°C and 5°C in the
Fridge (and less than -18°C in all the
and models, -
12°C in the icebox in the
450, 550 & 750 and -6°C in the
250) when the thermostat is
set between 3 and 5 and should hold these
temperatures. If it isn’t, adjust the
thermostat dial half a number (e.g. from
three and a half to four). See Adjusting the
thermostat on page 6. Don’t forget, the
thermostat numbers are NOT temperature
degrees. The higher the thermostat number,
the colder the Fridge or Freezer will be.
REFRIGERATORS
REFRIGERATORS
FRIDGEFREEZERFREEZERS
FRIDGE/FREEZER THERMOMETER °C
FRIDGE
FREEZER
-30°- 20°-10°0°+10°+20°+30°+40°

Temperature controls
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6
ADJUSTING THE THERMOSTAT
The internal temperature of your Elan is
controlled by a thermostat as shown below
(Fig. 3).
The dial has 6 temperature settings.
When your Elan was manufactured the dial
was set to between 3 and 5, the correct setting
for use in normal room temperature. You can
adjust the temperature by turning the dial.
Setting 6 will make the Fridge or Freezer coldest.
It may not operate at the correct temperature
if it is in a particularly hot or particularly cold
room or if you often open the door.
HOW TO USE THE DEFROST TRAY
The defrost tray ensures that your Elan always
runs efficiently. The table below (Fig. 4) shows
which position the flap should be in.
USING FAST FREEZE
Your Freezer has a Fast Freeze feature, which
makes your freezer colder (approx -28°C) than
its usual operating temperature of
approximately -18°C. Turn the thermostat dial
to 6 to activate Fast Freeze. Fast Freeze has
two uses.
After defrosting, or when you first turn your
freezer on, your freezer will cool down
quicker, enabling you to use it sooner. When
freezing fresh food, the lower temperature
will freeze quicker and keep in the goodness.
You should use the Fast Freeze feature
sparingly to conserve energy.
Fast Freeze doesn’t cancel automatically, you
will have to turn the thermostat dial to a
lower setting to turn it off again.
355, 455, & 555
ENERGY SAVING
By gently circulating cold air throughout the
cabinet, food stays fresher longer. However,
the turbo fan uses a very small amount of
electricity. When stocks are low you can
conserve energy by turning off the fan using
the Energy saving switch. The rocker switch
shown below (Fig. 5) is located on the inside
of your Elan’s door frame.
FRIDGEFREEZER
FREEZERS
Model Flap In a very Average In a very
to use cold room temp. room warm room
ER450 Small Out In In
ER550 Large Out Out In
ER750 Small In Out In
Large Out In In
Flap Out Flap In
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5

Indicator lights
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GREEN - MAINS POWER ON
This light glows continually when electricity is
being supplied to your Elan.
If the light goes out, check:
•That the plug has not been
removed accidentally.
•That the switch on the electricity socket is
turned on.
•That the fuse in the plug has not blown.
•Try another household appliance, such as
a lamp, in the socket.
If all the above are in order, the green lamp
bulb may have blown. Call your Lec Service
Agent if this is the case.
RED - WARNING LIGHT
When using your Elan for the first time or
when placing food in the freezer (which may
be slightly warmer than the temperature in
the freezer) the temperature warning
indicator may glow until your Elan has
reached a safe internal temperature.
If the light goes on in other
circumstances, check:
•That the doors are shut correctly.
except the EU250BW

Using your Elan efficiently
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450 & 550
455, 550 & 555
250, 350, 450, & 550
FULLY ADJUSTABLE SHELVES
All the fittings on the door of your Elan can be
adjusted. This gives the flexibility to arrange
them in a way which suits you best. They are
removed by sliding up and pulling out.
SHELVES WITH HINGED FLAPS
Some shelves are fitted with two hinged flaps:
When a flap is up you can store tall bottles on
the shelf below. The neck of the bottle fits
through the hole created by the flap.
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LARDERS
REFRIGERATORS 250, 350, 355, 450, 455, 550, & 555
SHELF RISERS
Some shelves are fitted with removable shelf
risers. These ensure that larger breakable
objects do not fall out of the shelves. The
shelf risers should be fitted in the door shelf
as shown below (Fig. 6).
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Fig. 6

Keeping food perfect
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TAKE EXTRA CARE WITH
MEAT & FISH
Cooked meats should always be stored on a
shelf above raw meats to avoid bacterial
transfer. Keep raw meats on a plate which is
large enough to collect juices and cover it
with cling film or foil.
LEAVE SPACE AROUND FOOD
This will allow cold air to circulate around the
Fridge Freezer.
WRAP UP FOOD
To prevent transfer of flavours and drying out,
food should be separately packed or covered.
Fruit and vegetables need not be wrapped.
COOL FOOD BEFORE PLACING IT
IN YOUR ELAN
Always let pre-cooked food cool down before
you put it in your Elan. This will stop the
internal temperature of your Elan from rising.
SHUT THE DOOR
To prevent cold air escaping, limit the number
of times you open the door. When returning
from shopping, sort foods to be kept in your
Fridge Freezer while the doors are closed.

When shopping
for chilled foods
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DON’T BUY IN YOUR LUNCH HOUR
Unless you have a fridge at work to keep the
food cold in the afternoon. Leaving food in
your car or at room temperature for a
prolonged period of time could raise food
temperature to the level at which harmful
bacteria grow.
KEEP CHILLED FOODS TOGETHER
When you are going around the supermarket
and when you are travelling home, if you
keep all the chilled foods together they will
help to keep each other cold.
USE A COOL BAG
Special insulated bags can be bought from
most supermarkets and hardware shops. These
keep food cold for longer, but are only for
getting chilled foods home, not storing it.
UNWRAP AS SOON AS YOU’RE HOME
Always unpack and place chilled foods in the
Fridge Freezer before storing dry food-stuffs.
When shopping
for frozen foods
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FREEZER FRIDGE FREEZER
CHECK STORAGE GUIDES ON PACKS
When you are buying frozen food, look at the
Storage Guidelines on the packaging. You will
be able to store each item of frozen food for
the period shown against the star rating. This
is always less than the period stated as Best
Before on the front of the packaging.
CHECK THE SHOP’S FREEZER
Check the temperature of the frozen food
cabinet in the shop where you buy your
frozen foods. It should show a temperature
lower than -18°C.
CHOOSE PACKS CAREFULLY
Take a quick look at the frozen food package
and make sure it is in perfect condition.
PURCHASE FROZEN FOOD LAST
Always buy frozen products last on your
shopping trip or visit to the supermarket.
KEEP FROZEN FOODS TOGETHER
When you are going around the supermarket
and when you are travelling home, if you
keep all the frozen foods together they will
help to keep each other cold.
STORE FOOD STRAIGHT AWAY
Don’t buy frozen food unless you can freeze it
straight away. Special insulated bags can be
bought from most supermarkets and
hardware shops. These keep frozen food cold
for longer.

Cleaning your Elan
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ON THE OUTSIDE
Use standard furniture polish to clean your
Elan's exterior. Make sure that the doors are
closed, to prevent polish getting on the
magnetic door seal or inside.
The grille of the condenser at the back can be
vacuumed using a brush attachment.
ON THE INSIDE
Regular cleaning will keep your Elan free
from bacteria and germs, ensuring healthier
food storage.
Switch off and unplug from mains supply.
Remove all the shelves, salad drawers and
door fittings.
Wipe the inside with a weak solution of
washing up liquid. One without a
fragrance is recommended. Then rinse
with warm water using a ‘wrung-out’
sponge or cloth.
Take care to avoid the light and
Thermostat Control. Water could cause
serious electrical damage. Do not clean
the magnetic door seal with a detergent,
use warm soapy water and then dry
thoroughly. Wipe the inside of your Elan
dry before replacing the shelves.
Don't use soaps, wire wool, scouring
powder or strong disinfectants such as
bleach.
After replacing shelves, salad drawers and
door fittings, plug in and switch on the
mains supply.
4
3
2
1
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Defrosting your Elan
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LARDERS AND FRIDGES
Your Larder Refrigerator or Fridge
automatically defrosts regularly, every time
the cooler finishes a cycle (dependent upon
room temperature, thermostat setting and
how often you open the door). The defrost
water will collect in the trough, located at the
back of the Larder Refrigerator or Fridge,
behind the salad bin. It is important to keep
the defrost drain (the small hole in the middle
of the back of the Larder) clear, otherwise
defrost water will overflow onto the inside
floor of the Larder Refrigerator or Fridge. If
the drain does become blocked you can clear
it by carefully using a cotton bud or a straw
(do not suck the straw!).
FREEZERS AND ICE BOXES
When should you defrost?
•When there is a frost build up on the
walls of half a centimetre, or about half
the thickness of your finger. A thick
layer of frost on the inside your Elan
will make it less efficient and consume
more electricity.
•When food stocks are low.
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REFRIGERATORS
FRIDGEFREEZERS
LARDERS DEFROSTING
Switch off and unplug your Elan from its
electricity supply.
You can keep some food frozen by
wrapping it in an old blanket or
newspaper or cooler bag / box if you have
one. If you have a fridge Freezer you can
use the Fridge as a cooler box by placing
food in it whilst you are defrosting. Don't
forget though, the fridge compartment
turns off when you disconnect it from the
mains supply so it's not actually keeping
food cold, just protecting it from the
room's warmth.
If you are defrosting a Freezer, remove its
drawers. Lift up the front of the baskets
as you slide them out and remove them
completely.
3
2
1
250
The drip tray should be placed on the top shelf,
immediately under the ice box. Its purpose is
to catch water from the ice as defrosts.
450, 550, & 750
The drip tray located on the runners
immediately below the frozen food
compartment is to collect water during
defrosting.
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Defrosting your Elan
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450, & 550
The baffle panel inside the tray under the ice
box should be placed as shown below when
defrosting. It directs the water into the drip tray.
750
This model has two baffle panels. The small
panel should placed as shown below during
normal use.
When defrosting place the large panel as
shown below. It directs the water into the
drip tray.
Note: Some models have a loose plastic panel
in the base of the drip tray, in addition to the
baffle plate. This panel ensures the correct
operation of your Elan and must be replaced
after cleaning and defrosting, see ‘how to use
the defrost tray’, on page 6.
REFRIGERATORS
REFRIGERATORS 350, 355, 450, 455, 550 & 555
550, 650 & 950
There is a defrost tray stored on the top shelf of
the freezer compartment of fridge-freezers and
above the second basket from the bottom on
the upright freezers. Remove the tray and place
it on the bottom runner ensuring that it is
pushed right back inside the slot to prevent any
leakage of defrost water. A saucepan or other
container should be placed under the hole in
the tray to collect the defrost water which can
be poured away when defrosting is complete.
First use the plastic spatula to carefully
scrape off any soft residue of surface
frost. DO NOT scrape with a sharp
instrument, which may cause damage!
You can speed up the thawing process by
placing a shallow plastic bowl of hot
water in the Freezer. DO NOT use electric
fan heaters (e.g. hair dryers) of any sort.
After an hour, gently tap the remaining
lumps of frost and residues of frost to
remove them. Wipe up the water at
regular intervals.
When the Freezer has stopped defrosting,
wipe its inside and each of the drawers
with a weak solution of washing up liquid.
One without a fragrance is recommended.
Then rinse with warm water using a
‘wrung-out’sponge or cloth. Wipe the
freezer dry before replacing the drawers.
Re-connect your Elan to the mains supply
and switch on.
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7
6
5
4
FREEZER
FRIDGEFREEZERS

Freezing fresh food
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THE GOLDEN RULES
Use quality food and handle it as little as
possible. Freeze food in small quantities, it
freezes faster, takes less time to thaw and
enables you to eat it in the quantity you need.
FREEZING FRESH FOOD
First, estimate the amount of food you will be
freezing. Fast Freezing makes your freezer
colder (approx -28°C), it will therefore freeze
quicker and keep in the goodness. Use Fast
Freezing for a period before placing the fresh
foods in your freezer. However you should use
it sparingly to conserve energy.
TO FREEZE FAST FREEZE
2lb/900gm 2 hrs. before
Over 6lb/2.7kg 6 hrs. before
PREPARATIONS FOR FREEZING
•Leave cooked food to cool completely.
•Chill food in the fridge before freezing
if possible.
•Consider how you want to cook the food
before freezing it.
•Don’t freeze food in metal containers if
you want to microwave it straight from
the Freezer.
•Use special freezer bags available from
supermarkets, freezer film, polythene
bags, plastic containers, aluminium foil
(heavy grade only, if in doubt, double
wrap). Don’t use aluminium foil for acidic
foods (such as citrus fruits) Don’t use thin
cling film or glass. Only use old food
containers if very clean!
•Exclude as much air from the container as
possible. You could buy a special vacuum
pump which sucks excessive air out.
•Leave a small amount of ‘air space’when
freezing liquids, to allow for expansion.
•You can use the space in the freezer most
efficiently if you freeze liquids (or solids
with liquids, such as stew) in square
blocks. This is known as ‘pre-forming’.
Pour the liquid into a polythene bag
which is inside a square sided container.
Freeze it like this, then remove it from the
container and seal the bag.
•Remember to switch off Fast Freeze when
freezing is complete. Leaving it on will
consume unnecessary amounts of energy.
LABEL EVERYTHING
•Many foods look the same when frozen,
so careful labelling will help avoid
forgetting what an item is. Storage times
being exceeded could cause food poisoning.
•You can buy special freezer tape for use in
low temperatures. This tape is available in
white, so you can use it to write the items
contents on. You can buy special freezer
labels and pens. Labels come in different
colours which can help you use your
Freezer effectively. For instance you could
colour code meat red and vegetables
green. Using a different colour label for
each quarter of the year will help you
rotate your frozen food more efficiently.
•Write the contents and date. If you are
really organised add the weight and notes
on cooking such as ‘thaw first’, or ‘cook
from frozen’and keep a separate ‘log-
book’of what is in each drawer.

Changing the plug
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Your Elan is fitted with a fused three pin plug
which will be suitable for use in all residences
fitted with sockets to current specifications.
The Elan runs on a voltage of 220-240 Volts,
50Hz and must be earthed. If the plug is
removed it should not be re-used, but thrown
away immediately. A cut off plug can be
dangerous if plugged into a socket by children.
CHANGING THE PLUG
If the plug supplied becomes damaged, the
flexible mains lead must be connected
as shown.
Note: Only 13 amp fuses approved to B.S. 1362
A.S.T.A. should be used. After replacing or
changing a fuse, the fuse cover in the plug
must be replaced. If lost, replacement fuse
covers are available for a nominal charge from:
Lec Spares Department, Lec Refrigeration plc,
Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO22 9NQ.
Tel: [phone].
Do not push excess mains lead into the
compressor (motor) compartment as this may
cause an electrical hazard.
Your Elan conforms with the requirements of
EEC Directive No. 82/499/EEC & BS 800-1983
relating to radio interference suppression.
•Connect GREEN &YELLOW
to EARTH (E)
•Connect BROWN to LIVE (L)
•Connect BLUEto NEUTRAL (N)
•Make sure the cable is held
by the clamp
Changing the internal light
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Before carrying out the bulb replacement
always switch off and disconnect the
electricity supply.
Remove the light’s translucent cover by
holding it firmly and pushing on the small
arrow to release the latch and sliding the
cover back in the direction of the arrow
to remove it.
2
1Remove the cover.
Remove the old bulb by unscrewing in an
anti-clockwise direction.
Replace with a new bulb (15w SES) by
screwing it in a clockwise direction making
sure that it is secure in the bulb holder.
Replace the cover and re-connect your
Elan to the electrical supply and switch on.
6
5
4
3
750
To remove light cover, insert a small screwdriver
blade between the housing and the translucent
cover at the centre and prise down until free.
350, 355, 450, 455, 550, 555
The drip tray located on the runners immediately
below the frozen food compartment is to
collect water during defrosting.
FRIDGEFREEZER
REFRIGERATORS 750
To replace light cover, locate cover in slot at
front of housing. Insert thumb - between
cover and housing at the centre and spring
rear edge of cover upwards into slot at rear.
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Reversing the door opening
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Tilt your Elan on its back, protect it with
some of its polystyrene packing or other
soft object.
Remove both adjustable feet.
Remove both the feet supports by
removing the two screws from each.
3
2
1
Slide the door towards the bottom
(disengaging the top hinge pin) and lift
it off.
If you're changing a two door Elan,
unscrew the central hinge pins. Note:
some hinge pins are fixed on the front of
the Elan, not the side.
If you're changing a two door Elan, slide
the top door towards the bottom of the
Elan (to disengage the top hinge pin), and
lift it off.
Remove the two screws from the top
hinge pin.
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6
5
4
Remove all the shelves from the inside face of
the door. They slide upwards and then unslot.
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450, 550 550
455, 550, 555
These models only have one adjustable foot.
250 250
have no adjustable feet.
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Swap the position of the top hinge pin
bracket. On some models only the pin is
relocated, not the entire bracket.
If you're changing a two door Elan, slide
the top door back into position.
If you're changing a two door Elan, fit the
central hinge pin on the opposite side
from which you removed it. Note: some
hinge pins are fixed on the front of the
Elan, not the side.
10
9
8
Slide the (bottom) door back into position.
Fit the door by replacing the bottom feet
on the opposite sides from which you
removed them. On models with no
adjustable foot, please take care that the
foot is put back the right way round, with
the screw position pointing towards the
back of the cabinet.
Stand your Elan upright. Check that each
of the doors open properly and align with
the cabinet. Check that the magnetic seals
fit snugly all round and there are no gaps.
If adjustment is required lay it on its back
again and adjust the two screws in the
top hinge pin, shown in step 8 above.
On underworktop models, the only
adjustment that can be made is with the
‘foot plates’
Note: Models ci653 and ci758 have door
handles and blanking plugs for the opposite
side which have to be removed and
relocated on the opposite side of the door.
Leave your Elan upright for 2 hrs before
switching it on, to allow the coolant
liquid time to settle.
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250, 450, & 550
455, 550, & 555
550
These models have just a pin (not a removable
plate). Pull out the pin.
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Trouble shooting
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NOT WORKING/ STOPS COOLING
Check it is plugged in and switched on.
Check the fuse in the plug has not blown.
NOISES
Whooshing or gurgling noises from the
circulation of refrigerant liquid is not a fault.
THERE IS A POWER CUT
The food in your freezer will remain frozen
for between 5 & 17 hours depending on the
model. Check the temp. with a freezer
thermometer. If it’s between -18°C and -9°C
when the power returns, your food is safe. If
you know the power is going to be cut, turn
Fast Freeze on, 24 hours before, this makes
the freezer colder, or use Fast Freeze after the
power cut.
THE FREEZER IS
PARTICULARLY COLD
After Fast Freezing you may have left the
thermostat on the number 6 setting.
THE FREEZER IS
PARTICULARLY WARM
The compressor may not be working. Turn
the thermostat up to 6, if there is no
humming noise, it is not working. Call your
retailer or Lec.
RED WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON
If you have recently turned your Freezer on, it
may take up to 24 hours to cool to the
correct temp. If it stays on longer, call your
retailer or Lec Customer Service Department.
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OF THE FREEZER
Large amounts of frozen food may have been
added or the outside temperature or humidity
increased. Wipe off any residue of moisture. If
the problem continues call your retailer or Lec.
WATER APPEARS ON THE FLOOR
OF THE FRIDGE
This may be due to the defrost drain being
blocked. See page 12.
INTERNAL LIGHT DOES NOT WORK
There may be a power supply problem. The
bulb may need replacing. See page 15.
YOUR ELAN HUMS
This is the compressor. If it seems to be on
often your Elan is getting too warm. This may
be caused by warm weather, the door being
left open too long, a rise in room temperature,
a damaged door seal or a door not ‘hanging’
properly (an uneven gap can be seen above
the door). Check all these things. Try adjusting
the front feet to correct door hanging
problems. See Levelling on page 4.
YOUR ELAN RATTLES
This could be because it is not standing level,
or not standing on all four feet. Try adjusting
the levelling foot/feet. See page 4.
YOU’RE GOING ON HOLIDAY
Leave your freezer switched on as normal.
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Customer service
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If you have a problem you cannot resolve,
initially, you should contact your retailer as
they may be responsible for servicing your Lec
Elan. If not, contact the Customer Service
Department of Lec.
If you contact us we will need to know:
•Your name, address and post code.
•Your telephone number.
•Your Elan Model No. and Serial No. details
from the sticker, located behind the salad
drawer, or behind the bottom freezer drawer.
•When and where your Elan was purchased.
•Clear details of the fault.
Safety
REFRIGERATOR LARDER
FREEZER FRIDGE FREEZER
SERVICING
Repairs and maintenance of the appliance
should only be performed by a qualified
technician.
DISPOSAL
If you fitted a lock on the door of your Elan,
please remove it. Old refrigerators still have
some residual value. The refrigerant used in
your Elan and insulation materials require
special disposal procedures. Ensure that none
of the pipes on the back of the refrigerator
are damaged prior to disposal. Up to date
information concerning options for disposing
of your old refrigerator and packaging from
the new one can be obtained from your
retailer or local council office.
RADIO INTERFERENCE
Your Elan complies with current British and
European and CE Directives.
HANDLING AND ROOM SIZE
Your Elan contains isobutane R600a gas with
high environmental compatibility but which is
also combustible. When transporting, installing
or disposing of your Elan, care should be taken
to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating
circuit are damaged. Refrigerant squirting out
of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye
injury. If damage occurs avoid any naked
flames or potential sources of ignition, and air
the room in which the appliance is standing
for several minutes. In order to avoid the
creation of a flammable gas-air mixture if a
leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs, the size
of the room in which the Elan may be sited
depends upon the amount of refrigerant used.
The room must have a volume of 1m3 for
every 8g of refrigerant R600a inside the
appliance. E.g. a room measuring 3m x 3m x
3m will have a volume of 27m3.
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Components Key
REFRIGERATORFRIDGE FREEZER
1Thermostat/temperature control (page 6)
2Internal light (page 15)
3Adjustable shelves (page 5)
4Tall bottle storage (page 8)
5Enclosed salad draw
6Reversable doors (page16-17)
7Adjustable foot (page 1)
1Thermostat/temperature control (page 6)
2Defrost tray (page 13)
3Shelf riser (page 8)
4Adjustable shelf (page 5)
5Enclosed salad draw
6Adjustable foot (page 1)
7Reversable doors (page 16-17)
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