Electrolux ECN 4157 Specification sheet

820 41 76 82
ECN 4157
ECN 5157
4-11GB
CHEST FREEZER
OPERATING AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

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CONTENTS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model
Volume (gross) litres
Volume (net) litres
Height without/with roller cm
Width cm
Depth cm
Weight kg
Energy consumpt./24h kWh
Free ing capacity kg/24h
Hold-over time hours
Rated power W
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................4
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................................................................5
Warnings and Guidelines.................................................................................................................................5
INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................................................5
Position ........................................................................................................................................................5
Electrical connections.....................................................................................................................................6
Switching On.................................................................................................................................................6
HOW TO USE.....................................................................................................................................................6
Temperature Control.......................................................................................................................................6
Opening/Closing the Lid .................................................................................................................................6
Control Panel ................................................................................................................................................6
Free ing .......................................................................................................................................................6
Packaging and Positioning...............................................................................................................................6
Capacity .......................................................................................................................................................6
Lock ............................................................................................................................................................7
Baskets ........................................................................................................................................................7
HELPFUL HINTS ................................................................................................................................................7
Storage ........................................................................................................................................................7
Free ing .......................................................................................................................................................7
Defrosting .....................................................................................................................................................7
Accessories ..................................................................................................................................................7
MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................................................7
Defrosting .....................................................................................................................................................7
How to Clean Your Free er .............................................................................................................................7
When Not in Use............................................................................................................................................8
IF SOMETHING DOES NOT WORK......................................................................................................................8
How to Change the Bulb .................................................................................................................................8
SSeerrvviiccee aanndd SSppaarree PPaarrttss......................................................................................................................................9
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ECN 415
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404
87,6/88,3
132,5
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ECN 515
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87,6/88,3
160
66,5
66
1,814
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32
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES
These warnings are provided to improve safety, and
should be read carefully before installing or using your
free er.
IMPORTANT
It is vital that these instructions are kept with the
freezer for future use. If the freezer is sold or given to
another user, or if you move and leave the freezer
behind, you must ensure that the instructions
accompany the freezer to enable the next user to use
the freezer correctly and read the relevant warnings.
This free er is only intended for the free ing and
storage of food.
This free er should only be operated by adults.
Children must not be allowed to tamper with the
control buttons or play with the free er.
Changes in the electrical mains system in connection
with the installation of this free er should always be
carried out by an authorised electrician or competent
person.
Do not under any circumstances attempt to repair the
free er yourself. Repairs carried out by untrained
people may result in personal injury or serious
malfunction of the free er.
Service of the free er should be carried out by an
authorised service company, and only original spare
parts should be used. See under Guarantee
Conditions and Service.
It is dangerous to alter the free er specifications, or to
change the free er in any other way.
Make sure that the free er is not placed on top of the
mains cable.
Do not re-free e food once it has been defrosted.
Observe the recommendations for storage carefully.
See under Helpful Hints.
This free er includes components that are heated
during operation. Consequently, adequate ventilation
must always be provided. If ventilation is insufficient
defects may occur, resulting in the loss of food. See
under Installation.
The inside of the free er contains pipes through which
coolant flows. If these pipes are punctured the free er
may be damaged beyond repair, and food may be
lost. Do not use sharp implements to remove frost or
ice. Frost can be removed using the enclosed
scraper. Do not knock ice off the sides of the free er,
but remove it by defrosting the free er. See under
Maintenance.
Do not place drinks in the free er. Bottles and cans
containing carbonic acid or sparkling drinks are
particularly prone to explosion, which may damage
the free er.
This free er is heavy. Take care when moving it.
If the free er is fitted with a lock to prevent tampering
by children, the key must always be kept safely out of
the reach of children, and far away from the free er.
Before disposing of an old free er, make sure that the
lock (if present) no longer works. This is to prevent
accidents and avoid the danger of children getting
locked inside.
Ice lollies can cause frostbite if eaten direct from the
free er.
Make sure that the power plug is not squashed
or damaged by the back of the fridge/freezer.
- A damaged power plug may overheat and cause a
fire.
Do not place heavy articles or the fridge/freezer
itself on the power cord.
- There is a risk of a short circuit and fire.
Do not remove the power cord by pulling on its
lead, particularly when the fridge/freezer is
being pulled out of its niche.
- Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire
and/or electric shock.
- If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a certified service agent or qualified service
personnel.
If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert
the power plug.
- There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
REFRIGERANT
Your appliance contains an environmental friendly natural
gas, isobutane (R600a) as refrigerant, which is
nevertheless flammable.
During transportation and installation of the
appliance, be sure that none of the components of
the cooling circuit become damaged.
If any part of the cooling circuit damaged:
- avoid naked flames and sources of ignition;
- thoroughly ventilate the room in which the
appliance is installed.
INSTALLATION
POSITION (1)
Place the free er hori ontally on a firm surface,
resting on all four plastic feet. 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 43 °C, or falls below
free ing point, the free er will not function as it should.
Climate Ambiente temperature
category from ... to
SN +10 to + 32 °C
N +16 to + 32 °C
ST +18 to + 38 °C
T +18 to + 43 °C
Do not place the free er close to sources of heat,
radiators, chimneys, etc., and do not place the
free er in direct sunlight.
If the free er has been handled standing on end it
should be allowed to stand in normal position for
about 12 hours before switching it on.

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Please ensure that when the appliance is installed it
is easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a
breakdown.
SWITCHING ON (2)
Before switching on, the free er should be cleaned
inside. See under Maintenance.
Set the thermostat button in middle position. Allow the
free er to run for several hours before placing food inside.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Before switching on, make sure that the voltage of your
electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the
rating plate, located inside the lid.
this appliance complies with the following EC
Directives:
- 73/23/EEC of 19. 02. 1973 - Low-Voltage Directive
- 89/336/EEC of 03. 05. 1989 (including Amendment
Directive 92/31/EEC - EMC Directive.
Some of the models are not available in all countries.
Testing has been carried out in accordance with ISO
5155 regarding the determination of free er capacity,
energy consumption and hold-overtime.
Information for test institute: A plan of the positioning of
test packages may be obtained directly from the
manufacturer.
HOW TO USE
TEMPERATURE CONTROL (3)
The thermostat ensures that the required
temperature is maintained in the free er. Adjust the
temperature by turning the button with a coin that fits the
groove. Turning the thermostat button towards MAX
makes the temperature in the free er colder, and turning the
button towards min makes the temperature warmer. The
correct setting can be found by measuring the temperature
of the top package in the middle of the free er. This should
not have a temperature higher than -18°C.
OPENING/CLOSING THE LID
The lid is fitted with a tightly closing sealing strip to
prevent moisture getting inside the free er and
increasing the amount of frost formed.
When the lid is opened the air inside the free er
becomes slightly warmer and expands.
As soon as 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 immediately after it has been closed.
This is quite normal.
Wait a few minutes until the vacuum has disappeared,
then open the lid by pulling gently. Never pull the handle
violently.
CONTROL PANEL (4)
The green light is illuminated as long as the free er
is connected.
The yellow light is illuminated when the Super button is
depressed. See under Free ing.
The red light is illuminated when the temperature in the
free er is higher than the thermostat setting (alarm).
1. Thermostat button
2. Green light
3. Red light
4. Yellow light
5. SUPER
The red alarm light can be due to:
Insertion of a large amount of fresh food. The red
alarm light will go out after a while.
Opening the lid too long. The red alarm light will go
out after a while.
A defect in the system. See under If something does
not work.
FREEZING
It is important that fresh food placed in the free er
is fro en quickly, and that the food already in the
free er is heated as little as possible in this connection.
If more than 3-4 kg of food is to be fro en:
Press the square Super button (yellow light comes
on). The free er will now run continuously, creating a
sufficient reserve of the temperature required.
Press the Super button 6-24 hours before placing
fresh food in the free er, depending on how much
food is to be fro en.
Place the food in the free er and leave the Super
button on for about 24 hours more.
Then press the Super button again (yellow light
goes off). The free er will return to normal storage
temperature. If you forget to press the Super button
again, the free er will not be damaged by running at
the Super setting for some time - but energy will be
wasted.
HOW TO USE
PACKAGING AND POSITIONING
Food must be cold before free ing (no more than
room temperature).
Food must be packed in airtight and moisture-proof
packaging to prevent it from drying out.
Place fresh food for free ing close to the cold sides
of the free er, making sure that it is not in contact with
the fro en food already in the free er.
Never fill the free er to more than 5 mm below the top
edge.
See under Helpful hints.
CAPACITY (5)
The free ing capacity of the free er is stated in the data
plate (kg/24 hours). Do not exceed the amount stated - if
you do, the free ing time will be extended. The data plate
is located inside the lid.
IMPORTANT
The freezing capacity stated can be utilised to the
full occasionally to freeze large amounts of fresh
food. However, if the freezer is filled with large

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amounts of food for freezing every day, the capacity
stated is reduced by about one-third.
LOCK (6)
(Not a standard accessory for all models.) The lock works
as shown in the drawings. Remember to keep the key out
of the reach of children.
BASKETS ( )
The baskets are designed for the storage of food which
has already been fro en. The handles can be placed in
two positions, as shown in the drawings.
The baskets can either be placed inside the free er or
hung on the edge of the casing.
HELPFUL HINTS (9)
STORAGE
Fro en food can be stored anywhere inside the
free er, but should be kept at least 5 mm below the
top edge. Never exceed the maximum storage time for
purchased fro en food. When you buy fro en food, make
sure that it has been stored at the correct temperature. Do
not buy products which have wet or damaged packaging.
Place purchased products in your free er as quickly as
possible. We recommend using an insulated bag to bring
such products home with you. Never place bottles, warm
objects, or fi y drinks in the free er.
FREEZING
Only use fresh food of the best quality. Cool hot
dishes to room temperature as quickly as possible
before placing them in the free er. Wrap food carefully in
free er foil, or use the special free er boxes or bags which
are on the market. Divide food into small portions before
free ing - this ensures that free ing is more rapid, and
means that you only need to defrost the amount needed
for immediate consumption. Remember that defrosted
food must not be re-fro en. However, dishes which have
been made using defrosted food may be fro en. Mark the
free er packaging with the date of free ing. We
recommend keeping a record of the contents of your
free er. If free ing is too slow, the quality of the food being
fro en deteriorates. Consequently, do not free e larger
amounts than stated in the free ers data plate. If you wish
to free e food several days in a row, the maximum free ing
capacity stated per day is reduced by about one-third. As
far as possible, keep the lid closed during free ing. If you
know nothing about home free ing, we recommend that
you purchase a book containing advice and guidelines.
DEFROSTING
In general food should not be defrosted at room
temperature, since this increases the risk of
bacteria growth. It is best to defrost large portions of
meat or poultry in the refrigerator, and this also applies to
food which is to be consumed as it is (e.g. fruit, butter
and sliced meat). Small portions of food can be cooked
straight from the free er. A good number of ready-to-
cook dishes can also be cooked without defrosting.
Always observe the instructions on product packaging.
Bread tastes good when defrosted in a moderate oven.
Microwave ovens can be used for the rapid defrosting of
most fro en foods. Observe the instructions for use of
the microwave oven concerned.
ACCESSORIES
Spare baskets can be obtained from your local
Service Centre.
MAINTENANCE
DEFROSTING (8)
The formation of frost on the inside of free ers cannot be
avoided. Frost is formed when moisture contained in the
air comes into contact with the cold surfaces of the
free er.
Consequently, the lid should only be opened when
necessary, and it should never be left open.
A thin layer of ice or frost does not affect the function of
the free er adversely, and can be removed carefully
using the scraper provided.
IMPORTANT
Never use a knife or any other sharp implement to
remove frost.
When the frost or ice layer is 10-15 mm thick, the free er
should be defrosted. We suggest that you defrost your
free er when there is little or no food inside.
Switch off the current. Remove the contents of the
free er, wrap them in newspapers, and leave them in a
cold place.
The speed of defrosting can be increased by placing one
or more bowls of hot (not boiling) water inside the free er
and closing the lid. Open the lid after a while, and remove
the layer of ice carefully.
The defrost water can be collected in a bowl as shown in
the drawing.
Do not try to speed up defrosting by using anything other
than hot water, since this may damage the free er. After
defrosting, clean the inside of the free er.
IMPORTANT
Remember to replace the plug in the drip water drain.
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR FREEZER INSIDE
Remove the plug from the mains socket, and remove all
loose accessories before cleaning the free er.
The best time to clean your free er is after defrosting and
before the electricity supply is connected again.
Use a damp cloth to clean your free er. Use hot water,
and a mild, non-aromatic cleaning agent.
After cleaning the free er, clean the basket/baskets
before replacing them.
IMPORTANT
Never use strong cleaning agents, scouring powder
or strongly aromatic cleaning agents to clean your
freezer inside, since this will damage the inside and
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EXTERNAL CLEANING
Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do NOT
use abrasive products.
WHEN NOT IN USE
Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply.
Remove all goods from the free er.
Clean the free er as described above.
Leave the lid slightly open.
If you are still unable to solve the problem, summon the
assistance of authorised service staff.
Do not take any other steps. Incorrect procedure may
cause personal injury or lead to additional defects.
It is quite normal for the free er to seem warm on the
outside occasionally, owing to the heat generated by the
free ing process. This heat also helps to prevent the
formation of moisture on the outside of the appliance
which could cause rust.
If the free er has been switched off briefly, the
compressor may not start immediately when the current
is re-connected. This is quite normal.
IN THE CASE OF A POWER FAILURE OR
BREAKDOWN
The hold-over period mentioned in the "Technical
Specification" section of this book refers to an estimated
time the free er temperature will take to rise to an
unacceptable level for keeping fro en foods.
Providing the period of power failure or breakdown does
not exceed the hold-over period there will be no risk of
damage to the fro en food, providing you do not open the
lid during this period.
If the free er is only half full or the lid is opened this will
reduce the hold-over time.
After the breakdown period you are recommended to
check the condition of food to ensure it has not started to
thaw. Fro en food must NOT be re-fro en once it has
thawed out. 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 re-fro en without danger.
Shellfish: Should be refrigerated and used
up quickly.
Cooked Dishes: ie. casseroles should be
refrigerated and used up.
Small Joints: Should be cooked and can then
be re-fro en as cooked dishes.
Chicken: Should also be cooked and re-
fro en as a cooked dish.
HOW TO CHANGE THE BULB (9)
Before changing the bulb, isolate the appliance from the
electricity supply.
Unscrew the bulb, and replace it with a new bulb (max.
15W). Then reconnect the electricity supply.
Defect:
Free er not
cold enough
Free er too
cold
Too much frost
formed
Check if:
Green light not on
Green and red light on
Green light on, red light
not on
Yellow light on
Yellow light not on
Lid does not close
completely
Lot of moisture in the
room
Goods packed poorly
Possible cause:
Plug not connected correctly
Defect in switch or fuse
Power failure
Fresh food recently placed in free er
Lid open too long
Thermostat set too warm
Lot of frost and ice formed
Super function active
Thermostat set too cold
Lid in contact with goods in free er
Moisture from washing machine,
tumble-dryer, etc.
Lot of moisture from goods
Action:
Check plug and socket
Check fuse, call electrician
Wait until current returns
Wait a couple of hours
Wait a couple of hours
Set thermostat colder
Defrost free er
Press Super button out
Set thermostat warmer
Re-arrange goods, check that lid closes
correctly
Move free er to a room with less
moisture, or air regularly
Re-pack goods, see under How to
use
IF SOMETHING DOES NOT
WORK
IF YOUR FREEZER DOES NOT
FUNCTION SATISFACTORILY
Check the following before calling for service staff:

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SSEERRVVIICCEE AANNDD SSPPAARREE PPAARRSS
In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact you local
Electrolux Service Force Centre by telephoning:
00887700 55 992299992299
Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area. For the
address of your local Service Force Centre and further information about Service Force please visit the website at
www.serviceforce.co.uk.
CCUUSSOOMMEERR CCAARREE DDEEPPAARRMMEENN
For general enquiries concerning your Electrolux appliance or for further information on Electrolux products, you are
invited to contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit the website at
www.electrolux.co.uk:
Customer Care Department
Electrolux
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1DZ
el: 08705 950 950*
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GGUUAARRAANNEEEE CCOONNDDIIIIOONNSS
We, Electrolux undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Electrolux appliance or any part
thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, the company will, at our option
repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that:
he appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electrical supply stated on the rating plate.
he appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
he appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any person not
authorised by us.
All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Electrolux Service Force Centre.
Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Company's property.
Home visits are made between 88..3300aammand 55..3300ppmm MMoonnddaayy ttoo FFrriiddaayy..Visits may be available outside these hours in
which case a premium will be charged.
EEXXCCLLUUSSIIOONNSS
hhiiss GGuuaarraanntteeee ddooeess nnoott ccoovveerr::
Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the replacement of any light bulbs or removable
parts of glass or plastic.
Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the United
Kingdom.
Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which are the subject of rental
agreements.
Products of Electrolux manufacture which are not marked by Electrolux.
his guarantee is in addition to your statutory and legal rights.
EELLEECCRROOLLUUXX EEUURROOPPEEAANN GGUUAARRAANNEEEE
If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to
the following qualifications:
he guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product.
he guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the new country of
use for this brand or range of products.
his guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.
Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free rade Area
he product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a normal
household.
he product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country.
Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care Centre, list below, to give them details of your new home.
hey will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you and your
appliances.
France Senlis [phone]
Germany Nurenberg [phone]
Italy Pordenone [phone]
Sweden Stockholm [phone]
UK Slough [phone]
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Any electrical work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a qualified
electrician or competent person.
his appliance must be earthed.
he 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.
he appliance is supplied with a 13amp plug fitted. In
the event of having to change the fuse in the plug
supplied, a 13amp AS A approved (BS1362) fuse must
be used.Should the plug need to be replaced for any
reason. he wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
he 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.
he wire coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal "N" or coloured black.
he 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.
EELLEECCRRIICCAALL CCOONNNNEECCIIOONN
GREEN & YELLOW
BROWN
CORD CLAMP
BLUE
13 A
P1041
E
N
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