Electrolux ECM 2247 User manual

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CHEST FREEZER
INSTRUCTION BOOK
ECM 2247
GB

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Prior to Installation
Check the appliance for transport damage. Under no
circumstances should a damaged appliance be
installed. In the event of damage please contact your
retailer.
Installation
This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when
moving it.
It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt
to modify this product in any way.
Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the
electrical supply cable.
Important: If the supply cable is damaged, it must
be replaced by authorised service or qualified
personnel using a special cable of the same type.
Any electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
Parts which heat up should not be exposed.
Whenever possible, the back of the appliance
should be close to a wall, but leaving the required
distance for ventilation, as stated in the installation
instructions.
The appliance should be left for 2 hours after
installation before it is turned on, in order to allow
the refrigerant to settle.
Refrigerant
The refrigerant isobutane (R 600a) is contained
within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a
natural gas with a high level of environmental
compatibility, which is neverthless 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.
- thorougly ventilate the room in witch the appliance
is situated.
Child Safety
Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or
play with the product.
There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging
material away from children!
General Safety
This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its
cooling unit; maintenance and recharging
must therefore only be carried out by
authorised technicians.
Take utmost care when handling your
appliance so as not to cause any damages to
the cooling unit with consequent possible
fluid leakages.
The appliance must not be located close to
radiators or boilers.
Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance
to direct sunlight.
Do not use other electrical appliances (such
as ice cream makers) inside of refrigerating
appliances.
During Use
This appliance is designed for domestic use only,
specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs. It
is not intended for commercial or industrial use.
Containers with flammable gases or liquids can
leak at low temperatures. Do not store any
containers with flammable materials, such as
spray cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc.
in the refrigerator.
Maintenance and Cleaning
Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance
and disconnect from the electrical supply.
When unplugging always pull the plug from the
mains socket, do not pull on the cable.
Servicing
This product should be serviced by an
authorised engineer and only genuine spare
parts should be used.
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
Service Force Centre.
At the end of the Appliance Life
When disposing of your appliance use an
authorised disposal site.
Check with your local Council or Environmental
Health Officer to see if there are facilities in your
area for recycling the appliance.
Remove the plug and ensure that any locks or
catches are removed, to prevent young children
being trapped inside.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all
before installing or using this appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure
about any of the meanings or these warnings contact the Customer Care Department.

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Instructions for the User
Important Safety Information 2
Description of the Appliance 4
Control Panel 4
Operation
Before use 5
Starting the Appliance 5
Temperature Control 5
Opening/Closing the Lid 5
Freezing Fresh Food 5
Frozen Food Storage 5
Thawing 6
Baskets 6
Hints and Tips
Normal Operating Sounds 7
Food Storage 7
Energy Saving Advice 7
In the Event of a Power Failure 7
Low Frost System 8
Defrosting 8
Maintenance and Cleaning
Internal cleaning 9
External cleaning 9
When the appliance is not in use 9
To Change the Light Bulb 9
Something Not Working 10
Service and Spare Parts 11
Customer Care 11
Guarantee Conditions 12
Instructions for the Installer
Technical Specifications 13
Installation
Positioning 13
Electrical Connections 14
Guide to Use the Instructions
The following symbols will be found in the text to
guide you throughout the instructions:
Safety instructions
Step by step instructions for an operation
Hints and Tips
Contents

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Description of the Appliance
Control Panel
A - Compartment for frozen food storage
B - Freezer calendar (recommended storage times for frozen foods)
C - Compartment for freezing fresh foods
D - Dividing wall
E - Control panel
F - Defrost water drain
Thermostat
control knob Green light

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Before Use
Remove all packaging and securing tapes. Wash inside the
appliance with lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda
(5ml to 0.5 litre of water). Do not use soap or detergent as
the smell may linger. Dry thoroughly.
Starting the Appliance
Insert the plug into the wall socket. When the appliance is
connected to the power supply the green indicator light will
illuminate.
Green Indicator Light
The green light remains illuminated to indicate that the
internal temperature of the appliance is correct for safe
storage of frozen food. If the temperature is too high in the
appliance the light will go out. The light may go out for the
following reasons:
There is a power failure
The lid has been recently opened
A large quantity of food has been added to the appliance
There is a fault
Temperature Control
The temperature within the freezer is controlled by the
thermostat situated on the lower front of the cabinet. To
operate the freezer, proceed as follows:
When you first start the freezer we suggest that you turn the
thermostat to a medium setting by using a coin that fits the
groove. The correct setting can be found by measuring the
temperature of the top middle package in the freezer. This
should not have a temperature warmer than -18°C.
Min = Lowest setting, minimum cold
Max = Highest setting, maximum cold
Allow the freezer to run for several hours before placing
food inside.
Do not fill the freezer to more than 5mm below the top
edge.
Opening/Closing the Lid
The lid is fitted with a tightly closing sealing strip to prevent
moisture entering the freezer, which could increase the
amount of frost formed.
When the lid is opened the air inside the freezer becomes
slightly warmer and expands. When the lid is closed again
the air is cooled immediately. This may lead to the creation
of a vacuum which makes it hard to open the lid again
immediately. This is quite normal.
Wait for a few minutes until the vacuum has equalised and
then open gently. Never use excessive force on the handle.
Operation

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Freezing Fresh Food
It is important that fresh food placed in the freezer is
frozen quickly and that the food already in the freezer
is heated as little as possible.
If more than 3-4kg of food is to be frozen:
1. Turn the thermostat control knob to the highest
setting ("Max"). The freezer will now run
continuously creating a sufficient reserve of the
temperature required.
2. Turn the thermostat control knob up 6-24 hours
before placing new food in the freezer depending
on how much food is to be frozen.
3. Place the food in the freezer and leave the
thermostat set at ("Max") for a further 24 hours.
4. Then turn the thermostat control knob back again.
The freezer will return to normal storage
temperature.
If you forget to turn the thermostat control
knob back, the freezer will not be damaged,
but energy will be wasted.
CCaappaacciittyy
The freezing capacity of the freezer is stated in the
rating plate (kg/24 hours). Do not exceed the amount
stated - if you do, the freezing time will be extended.
The rating plate is located inside the lid.
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.
Frozen Food Storage
When first starting the freezer or if the freezer has
been out of use for some time, we advise you to run
your appliance for at least 2 hours before storing
frozen food.
Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the
manufacturer.
Do not open the lid frequently or leave it open longer
than is necessary.
Important
Do not put carbonated liquids in the freezer.
Ice lollies, if consumed immediately after removal
from the freezer can cause a low temperature
skin burn.
Do not remove items from the freezer if your
hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin
abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
In the event of a power cut, do not open the lid.
The food in the freezer will not be affected if the
power cut is short and the freezer is full. Should
the food begin to thaw it must be consumed
quickly and must not be re-frozen.
(See Hints and Tips)
Thawing
Frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in
the fridge or at room temperature, depending on
the time available. Small food items may even be
cooked from frozen, in this case cooking will take
longer.
Any frozen food which is allowed to thaw
accidentally should either be eaten as soon as
possible, or thrown away. Alternatively, if the food
is uncooked and has not been completely
defrosted it can be cooked and then refrozen.
Defrosted cooked food must never be
refrozen.
FREEZING
CAPACITY

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Baskets
The baskets are designed for the storage of food
which has already been frozen. The handles can be
placed in two positions, as shown.
The baskets can either be placed inside the freezer or
hung on the edge of the casing.
Spare baskets can be obtained from your local
Service Force Centre. The following illustrations show
how many baskets can be placed in various freezer
models.
The number above each illustration shows the width of
the freezer in millimetres.

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Normal Operating Sounds
You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds
when the refrigerant is pumped through the coils or
tubing.
When the compressor is on, the refrigerant is being
pumped round and you will hear a whirring sound or
pulsating noise from the compressor.
A thermostat controls the compressor and you will
hear a faint 'click' when the thermostat cuts in and
out.
Food Storage
To obtain the best performance from your freezer:
Do not store warm food or evaporating liquid.
Avoid buying frozen food if you cannot store it
straight away. The use of an insulated container is
advisable. When you arrive home, place the frozen
food in the freezer immediately.
Do not push food together too much, try to allow air
to circulate around each item.
Do not store food uncovered.
Ensure that food placed in the freezer is dated and
labelled and used in date order to ensure that food
is consumed at its best.
Lean food keeps better and longer than fatty food,
salt reduces the storage time.
Wrap the food in polythene or aluminium freezing
bags or foil so that they adhere to the food and
provide an airtight seal.
Packaging which is swollen or has traces of
refrozen water droplets on the pack could indicate
that the product has not been kept at a suitable
temperature and that it may have lost its original
quality. Partially thawed food must not be refrozen,
it must be consumed within 24 hours. Never
exceed the storage times indicated by the
manufacturer.
Energy Saving Advice
Do not install the appliance close to sources of
heat, such as a boiler or radiator.
Locate the appliance in a cool well ventilated room
and make sure that the air openings of the
appliance are not obstructed.
Avoid unnecessary frosting in the cabinet by
packing all foodstuffs into airtight packages before
placing them in the freezer.
Food which is to be frozen (when cool) should be
placed in the fridge before being transferred to the
freezer.
Try to avoid keeping the lid open for long periods or
opening the lid too frequently as warm air will enter
the cabinet and cause the compressor to switch on
unnecessarily often.
Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the lid
from closing properly.
In the Event of a Power Failure
If there is a power failure during the storage of
frozen foods, keep the lid closed. If the
temperature within your freezer should rise, do not
refreeze the food without checking its condition.
The following guidelines should assist you:
Ice Cream: Once thawed should be
discarded.
Fruits & Vegetables:If soft should be cooked and
used up.
Breads & Cakes: Can be refrozen without
danger.
Shellfish: Should be refrigerated and
used up quickly.
Cooked Dishes: i.e. casseroles should be
refrigerated and used up.
Large Pieces Can be refrozen providing
of Meat: there are still ice crystals
remaining within them.
Small Joints: Should be cooked and can
then be refrozen as cooked
dishes.
Chicken: Should also be cooked and
refrozen as a fresh dish.
Hints & Tips

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Defrosting
The freezer compartment will become progressively
covered with frost. This should be removed with the special
plastic scraper provided whenever the thickness of frost
exceeds ¼".
During this operation it is not necessary to switch off the
power supply or to remove the foodstuffs.
However, when the ice becomes very thick on the inner
liner, complete defrosting should be carried out and it is
advisable to perform this operation when the appliance is
empty.
To carry out complete defrosting:
1. Disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply.
2. Remove any stored food, wrap in several layers of
newspaper and store in a cool place.
3. Leave the lid open.
4. Remove the plug from the defrost water drain.
5. To accelerate the defrosting process place a bowl of hot
(not boiling) water inside the freezer and close the lid.
6. The defrost water can be collected in a bowl, as
shown.
7. When defrosting is completed, dry the interior
thoroughly and replace the plug on the defrost water
drain.
8. Reconnect the appliance to the electricity and leave to
run for at least 2 hours on a medium setting.
9. Replace the previously removed food.
Important
A temperature rise of the frozen food packs during
defrosting may shorten their safe storage life.
Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off frost from the
evaporator as this could damage the appliance beyond
repair.

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Before any maintenance or cleaning is
carried out you must DISCONNECT the
appliance from the electricity supply
Internal Cleaning
Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and
bicarbonate of soda (5ml to 0.5 litre of water).
Rinse and dry thoroughly.
NEVER use detergents, abrasive
powders, highly perfumed cleaning
products or wax polishes to clean the
interior as these will damage the surface
and leave a strong odour.
External Cleaning
Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water.
When the Appliance is not in Use
When the appliance is not in use for long periods,
disconnect from the electricity supply, empty all foods
and clean the appliance, leaving the lid open to
prevent unpleasant smells.
To Change the Light Bulb
(Not a standard accessory for all models)
1. Disconnect the appliance from the electrical
supply.
2. Unscrew the bulb.
3. Replace with a new bulb (max. 15W)
4. Reconnect to the electrical supply.
Spare bulbs are available from your local Service
Force Centre.
Maintenance and Cleaning