Electrolux ECN 1040 Specification sheet

CHEST FREEZER
OPERATING AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
ECN 1040
820 41 72 34
GB

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Important Safety Information
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 Expert Appliance Care.
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. If the supply cable is
damaged, it must be replaced by a cable available
from your Expert Appliance Care.
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.
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!
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 flammable materials, such as spray
cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc. in the
refrigerator.
Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has
thawed out.
Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the
freezer compartment
Ice lollies can cause 'frost/freezer burns' if
consumed straight from the freezer
Do not remove items from the freezer
compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as
this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer
burns.
Bottles and cans must not be placed in the
freezer compartment they can burst when the
contents freeze.
Manufacturers' recommended storage times
should be adhered to. Refer to relevant
instructions.
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 Expert
Appliance Care.
At the end of the Appliance Life
When disposing of your appliance use an
authorised disposal site.
Remove the plug and ensure that any locks or
catches are removed, to prevent young children
being trapped inside.

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Contents
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 5
Hints and Tips
Normal Operating Sounds 6
Food Storage 6
Energy Saving Advice 6
In the Event of a Power Failure 6
Defrosting 7
Maintenance and Cleaning
Internal cleaning 7
External cleaning 7
When the appliance is not in use 7
Something Not Working 8
Service and Spare Parts 8
Instructions for the Installer
Technical Specifications 11
Installation
Positioning 11
Electrical Connections 12

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A - Freezer calendar (recommanded storage times for frozen foods)
B - Control panel
C - Compartment for frozen food storage and freezing fresh foods
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The green signal light is illuminated to indicate that the
appliance is connected to the mains supply.The light
will go out if the mains plug is removed from the socket
or if there is a power failure.
Thermostat
control knob Signal
light
Description of the Appliance

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Operation
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Remove all packaging and securing tapes. Wash
inside the appliance with lukewarm water and
bicarbonate of soda (5m1 to 0.5 litre of water). Do not
use soap or detergent as the smell may linger. Dry
thoroughly.
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Insert the plug into the wall socket. The green pilot
light will illuminate to show that the appliance is
switched on.
Temperature Control Knob
The thermostat ensures that the required temperature
is maintained in the freezer. Adjust the temperature by
turning the control knob with a coin that fits the
groove. Turning the thermostat control knob towards.
SUPER makes the temperature in the freezer colder,
and turning the control knob towards no. 1 makes the
temperature warmer.
The correct setting can be found by measuring the
temperature of the top package in the middle of the
freezer. This should not have a temperature warmer
than -18°C.
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The lid is fitted with a tightly closing sealing strip to
prevent moisture entering the freezer, increasing 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 subsided
and then open gently. Never use excessive force on
the handle.
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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:
Turn the thermostat control knob to the coldest
setting (SUPER.). The freezer will now run
continuously, creating a sufficient reserve of the
temperature required.
Turn the thermostat control knob 6-24 hours
before placing new food in the freezer,
depending on how much food is to be frozen.
Place the food in the freezer and leave the
thermostat set at SUPER. for about 24 hours
more.
Then turn the thermostat control knob back
again. The freezer will return to normal storage
temperature.
If the thermostat control knob is
accidentally left at the coldest setting
the freezer will not be damaged, but
energy will be wasted.
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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.
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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 the food in the freezer
will not be affected if the power cut is short and
the freezer is full. Do not open the lid Should the
food begin to thaw it must be consumed quickly
and must not be re-frozen.
(See Hints and Tips)
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Deep frozen or 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.

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Hints & Tips
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 of Meat: Can be refrozen
providing 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.

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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 1 /4".
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.
FFTo carry out complete defrosting:
1. Disconnect the freezer from the electricity supply.
2. Remove any stored food, wrap in several layers of
newspaper and store in a cool place.
3. Leave the lid open.
4. To accelerate the defrosting process place a bowl
of hot (not boiling) water inside the freezer and
close the lid.
5. When defrosting is completed, dry the interior
thoroughly.
6. Turn the thermostat control back to a medium
setting between 3-4 and leave to run for at least 2
hours.
7. Replace the previously removed food.
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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.
Maintenance and Cleaning
Before any maintenance or cleaning is
carried out you must DISCONNECT the
appliance from the electricity supply
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Clean the inside and accessories with warm water
and bicarbonate of soda (5m1 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.
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Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water.
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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.

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SYMPTOM
No power to the appliance
The temperature in the freezer is too high
The freezer lid will not open
Excessive frost and ice has built up
Noise
SOLUTION
Check there is power at the socket
Check there is not a power cut by checking the
household lights.
Check the mains fuse has not blown.
Check the thermostat control knob is turned to the
correct setting relevant to ambient conditions.
Check the ambient temperature is within the
appliance's operating limits of 10° to 32°C.
Has the lid just been opened? If so leave for a few
minutes to allow the air pressure to equalise.
Adjust the thermostat control knob to give correct
temperature control. See 'Temperature Control'.
Check that the lid is closed.
Large quantities of food have recently been placed in
the cabinet/and or the lid is frequently opened.
Check that air ventilation is not obstructed.
Ensure the lid has not been left open.
Check that nothing is preventing the lid from closing.
Is the lid gasket intact and clean?
Has advised periodic cleaning been carried out.
Refer to 'Normal Operating Sounds'
Something Not Working
If the appliance is not working correctly, please carry out the following checks before calling out an engineer.
If after all above checks there is still a fault, contact Expert Appliance Care.
In-guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made, as the engineer will make a
charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.
Please note that proof of purchase is required for any in-guarantee service calls.
Service and Spare Parts
If you require further information regarding teh appliance, the terms and conditions of the guarantee, or wish
to call out an engineer, please contact Expert Appliance Care by telephoning:
0870 9099100

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Positioning
Place the freezer horizontally on a firm surface,
resting on all four feet/wheels. Use a wooden block
or similar object to compensate for any
bumps/holes in the surface.
The room should be dry and adequately ventilated.
If the room temperature exceeds 32°C, or falls
below freezing point, the freezer will not function as
it should.
Do not place the freezer close to sources of heat,
radiators, chimneys, etc., and do not place the
freezer in direct sunlight.
If the freezer has been handled standing on end it
should be allowed to stand in normal position for
about 12 hours before switching it on.
Please ensure that when the appliance is installed
it is easily accessible for the engineer in the event
of a breakdown.
Model ECN 1040
Volume (gross) litres 105
Volume (net) litres 102
Height without/with roller cm 85,5/86,1
Width cm 55
Depth cm 55
Weight kg 33
Energy consumpt./24h kWh 0,68
Freezing capacity kg/24h 13
Hold-over time hours 18
Rated power W 60
Technical Specifications

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Electrical Connection
Any electrical work required lo Install this
appliance should be carried out by a
qualified electrician or competent person.
This appliance must be earthed.
The manufacturer declines any liability should
these safety measures not be observed.
Electrical Requirements
Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply
voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance
rating
plate.
The appliance is supplied with a 13amp plug fitted. In
the event of having to change the fuse in the plug
supplied, a 13amp ASTA approved (B51362) fuse
must be used. Should the plug need to be replaced
for any reason. The wires in the mains lead are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow : Earth
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
The wire coloured green and yellow must be
connected to the terminal marked with the letter "E" or
by the earth symbol or coloured green and yellow.
The wire coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal "N" or coloured black.
The wire coloured brown must be connected to the
terminal marked "L" or coloured red.
Upon completion there must be no cut, or stray
strands of wire present and the cord clamp must be
secure over the outer sheath.
GREEN & YELLOW
BROWN
CORD CLAMP
BLUE
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N
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