Electrolux EU8297CX User manual

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Safety instructions GB
Your new freezer may have other functions compared to your previous one.
Carefully read these instructions to learn how the appliance works and how to care for it. Keep the instruction
booklet. It will come in handy if you later sell the cabinet or give it to somebody else.
These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before
installing or using the appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are insure about any of the
meanings or warnings contact the Customer Care Department.
For the User
SThe cabinet is intended for keeping foodstuff in a
normal household as explained in this instruction
booklet.
SDo not keep explosive gases or liquids in the
refrigerator or freezer compartment. They may
explode and cause injury and material damage.
SDo not let sharp objects come into contact with
the refrigerating system on the back of and inside
the cabinet. If the refrigerating system is
punctured, the cabinet will be damaged and
foodstuff inside may spoil.
SDo not keep carbonised drinks or bottles in the
freezer compartment. The glass bottles may
break.
SThe cabinet is heavy. The edges and projecting
parts of the cabinet may be sharp. Be careful
when moving the cabinet and always use gloves.
Child Safety
SPay attention so that small children do not gain
access to the operating controls or the inside of
the cabinet.
Scrapping old cabinets
When discarding the cabinet, hand it over to a
recycling station. For more information, call your
local city office or your dealer.
Contents GB
Safety instructions 2.................
Scrapping old cabinets 2.......................
Contents 2..........................
Description of the Appliance 3........
Control Panel 3..............................
Before use 4.........................
Using the freezer 4...................
To start the freezer and set the correct temperature 4
Temperature inside the freezer 4................
Switching off 4..............................
Alarms and other features 5....................
Freezing 6..................................
Suitable storage periods 6......................
Thawing 6..................................
Cabinet interior 7............................
Hints and Tips 7.....................
Saving energy 7.............................
Food Storage 7..............................
Protect the environment 8......................
Maintenance and Cleaning 8..........
Removing the ventilation grille 8................
Cleaning 8..................................
Defrosting the freezer 9.......................
To Change the Light Bulb 9....................
When the appliance is not in use 9...............
Something Not Working 10............
Guarantee Conditions 11.......................
Customer Care Department 11...................
Service and Spare Parts 11......................
Technical specification 12.............
Installation 12........................
Unpacking 12................................
Remove the transport supports 12................
Cleaning 12..................................
Installing the cabinet 13........................
Electrical connection 13........................
Door Reversal 14.............................

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Description of the Appliance GB
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Model EU8297CX
1. Freezer plate
2. Freezer drawer
3. Ventilation grille
4. Freezer calendar
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Control Panel
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A. Freezer power switch
Switches the freezer on and off.
B. Temperature display
Shows the highest temperature inside the freezer.
C. Temperature adjustment buttons/thermostat
Used to set the temperature in the freezer.
D. FAST FREEZE button
Used to switch the fast Freeze feature on and off.
E. Yellow indicator lamp
Lights when fast Freeze is operating.
F. Alarm shut-off button
Used to turn the audible alarm off.
G. Red warning lamp
Flashes when one of the alarms in the cabinet has
been triggered.

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Before use GB
Position and clean the cabinet as explained in the
section ”Installation”.
Before inserting the power plug into the
outlet and switching on the cabinet for
the first time, leave it standing upright
for about 30 minutes, or for 4 hours if it
was transported horizontally. Otherwise
the compressor may sustain damage.
This time will allow the oil sufficient
time to return to the compressor.
Using the freezer GB
To start the freezer and set the
correct temperature
Switching on:
Switch on the freezer by pressing the power switch.
The alarm sounds if the temperature inside the
freezer reaches room temperature. Turn off the alarm
by pressing the switch-off button.
Setting the temperature
Press the buttons until the desired temperature blinks
on the temperature display. (The temperature can be
set between -15°C and -24°C.)
”+” increases the temperature.
”-” decreases the temperature.
Once set, the temperature display shows the current
temperature inside the freezer.
Allow the cabinet to run for a period of 24 hours
whenever the temperature setting is changed. This
will allow the temperature to stabilise inside the
cabinet.
It is not necessary to reset the temperature when the
cabinet is switched on after it has been out of use.
The thermostat recalls the previously set
temperature.
Temperature inside the freezer
To ensure that foodstuff will keep for a long time, be
sure that the temperature inside the freezer is -18°C
or below. Please note, however, that the energy
consumption increases as the temperature decreases.
Switching off
Switch off the cabinet by pressing the power switch.
Keep the button pressed for approx. 1 second.
Power to the cabinet is completely
interrupted only when the power plug is
disconnected or the fuse is removed.
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Alarms and other features
Door open alarm
If the door remains open for more than about 1
minute, the red indicator lamp starts flashing and an
audible alarm sounds.
To switch off the alarm:
Press the alarm shut-off button. As long as the door
remains open, the audible alarm will sound anew at
1-minute intervals. The red indicator lamp goes out
when the door is closed.
Temperature alarm
If the temperature rises above -12°C, the red warning
lamp flashes and an audible alarm sounds. The
temperature display will then start to flash.
To switch off the alarm:
Press the alarm shut-off button to switch off the
audible alarm. The temperature display will stop
flashing.
The red warning lamp goes out when the
temperature inside the freezer again falls below
-11°C.
Find out what caused the alarm. See the chapter
”Something not working”.
Temperature memory
The temperature memory shows when an alarm has
been triggered in the cabinet.
The temperature memory operates as follows:
When the temperature inside the freezer again falls
below -11°C the audible alarm stops. The
temperature display and the red warning lamp will
flash to indicate than an alarm was triggered. When
the alarm shut-off button is pressed, the display then
displays the warmest temperature inside the cabinet
during the alarm phase and the display stops
flashing. By referring to the temperature display
indication, it is possible to decide whether or not to
discard the products inside the freezer.
At about -12°C:
Most food products can be immediately re-frozen.
Ice cream is especially sensitive to temperature
changes and should be consumed as soon as
possible.
At -9° -- -2°C:
Food products should be prepared (cooked) prior to
eating or re-freezing them.
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Freezing
You need not press the fast-freezing button when
freezing smaller quantities of food during any
24-hour period.
In all other cases, press the fast-freezing button
approx. 24 hours prior to placing the food in the
freezer.
Fast-freezing is automatically switched of 48 hours
after the button has been pressed.
Fast-freezing can be discontinued by pressing the
fast-freezing button once again.
The yellow fast-freezing lamp remains lit as long as
the fast-freezing button is engaged.
Practical advice on freezing
·When freezing products, use the top shelf, and if
necessary the shelf beneth that.
·Place the foods directly on the freezer shelves.
·Spread out the products as much as possible to
allow air to circulate between them.
·Do not place food products which are to be
frozen directly against other frozen food.
The heat from the unfrozen food may cause
the frozen food to thaw on the surface.
·Once frozen, re-arrange the products and put
them as close as possible to each other.
The food will then stay cold longer in the
event of a power failure.
·When freezing large amounts of food/provisions,
the accumulator moves to the tray/space nearest
to the lower freezing shelf.
·Do not freeze too much food at the same time.
The freezing capacity of the unit is indicated in
the specifications section.
A” (ACTION FREEZE) is displayed in the
temperature display.
Check that the cabinet is operating and
keeps the set temperature one day after
switching it on for the first time. Only af-
ter then should the freezer be used to free-
ze fresh foodstuff.
Suitable storage periods
Food purchased in frozen condition: Follow the
advice on the maximum storage period indicated on
the packaging.
Food frozen at home:
Fatty and salty food should not be kept frozen for
more than three months. Cooked food and low-fat
food may be kept up to about six months. Lean food
and berries can be kept for approximately one year.
Thawing
It is best to use the fridge to thaw food. Place the
foodstuff on a plate with a raised edge to prevent
liquids from running out. To quickly thaw food, put
it in room temperature or in cold water. When using
a microwave oven to thaw foodstuff, follow the
manufacturer’s instructions.
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Cabinet interior
Freezer drawers
The freezer drawers make it easy to quickly and
easily find the food package you want. To gain
space, the drawers can be removed and the products
can be put directly on the shelves. On all shelves,
except the top shelf, it is possible to place products
that protrude 20 mm from the front edge. This
allows maximum use of the available space.
Do not remove the bottom drawer. It is required to
assure proper air circulation.
Freezer tray
Use the freezer tray to freeze berries and vegetables.
After about 4 hours the food will be thoroughly
frozen and can then be packaged normally. Food
that is frozen in this way will not stick together,
enabling you to use only the amount required.
Ice cubes
Fill the ice tray to max. 3/4 since water expands as it
freezes. Release the ice cubes by twisting the ice
tray.
If ice cubes are kept for a long time, they will dry
out and the taste is affected. Thus, throw away old
ice cubes and prepare new ones when needed.
Removeable shelf
There is a middle shelf inside the freezer. Remove
the shelf when large food products need to be frozen.
Hints and Tips GB
Saving energy
·Pay careful attention to where the cabinet is
placed. See the section ”Installation”. When
installed correctly, the cabinet will consume less
energy.
·Try to avoid keeping the door open for long
periods, or opening the door to frequently as
warm air will enter the cabinet, and cause the
compressor to switch on unnecessarily often.
·Ensure there are no obstructions prevending the
door from cloosing properly.
·Thaw frozen food in the fridge. This will ensure
safer defrosting of foods and reduce the work of
the refridgeration unit
·It is advisable to periodically clean the
refrigeration systemat the back of the appliance
with a duster or vacuum cleaner.
·Food which is to be frozen (when cool) should
be placed in the fridge before being transfered to
the freezer.
·Avoid unnecessary frosting in the cabinet by
packing all foodstuffs into airtight packages
before placing them in the freezer.
·Carefully follow the advice on freezing products
in the section ”Using the freezer”. This will
prevent wasting energy.
·Do not set the temperature too low in the freezer.
A suitable temperature is in the range of -18°C
to -20°C .
·Defrost the freezer when the frost layer reaches a
thickness of 3-5 mm.
·Make sure the door gasket is complete and
always clean.
Food Storage
·To obtain the best results from your appliance,
neither hot foods nor liquids which may evaporate,
should be placed in the larder compartment.
·Avoid buying frozen food if you can not store it
straight away. The use of an isulated container is
advisable. When you arrive home place the frozen
food in the freezer immediately.
·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.
Remove suspect food from you refrigerator and
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Protect the environment
·Hand over the cabinet packaging and discarded
fridges and freezers to a recycling station.
Contact your local city office or your closest
dealer for more information.
·Keep foodstuff in re-usable containers. Cut down
on disposable material as much as possible.
·When cleaning the cabinet, use a mild
washing-up detergent.
·Follow the advice in the section ”Saving energy”
·The door gasket and coolant used in this
cabinet will not harm the ozone layer.
·All parts in the packaging can be recycled.
·The cabinet has been designed for easy
dismantling and subsequent recycling.
Maintenance and Cleaning GB
Removing the ventilation grille
The ventilation grille can be removed, e.g. to wash
the grille.
Make sure the door is open when removing the
ventilation grille. Unsnap the upper edge of the grille
by pulling outward/downward. Then pull the grille
straight out to completely remove it.
Cleaning
Clean the cabinet at regular intervals.
Do nt use detergents, abrasive powers,
high perfumed cleaning products, wax
polishes or cleaning products
containing bleach or alcohol when
cleaning the product
Disconnect the appliance from electricity supply.
Internal Cleaning
Clean the inside and accossories with warm wather
and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to 0,5 liter water) Rise
and dry thoroughly.
Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to
ensur they are clean and free from debris.
External Cleaning
Wash the outer cabinet with warm sopy water.
Remove the ventilation grille (see the section
”Removing the ventilation grille”) and vacuum-clean
under the cabinet. Twice a year pull out the cabinet
from the wall and vacuum-clean the backside of the
cabinet, the refrigerating system and the compressor.
When moving the cabinet, lift it by
the front edge to avoid scratching the
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Defrosting the freezer
A certain amount of frost will always form on the
freezer shelves and around the top compartment.
Defrost the freezer when the frost layer reaches a
thickness of about 3-5 mm.
Remove the freezer drawers and place them on top
of each other by turning every other drawer one half
turn. Put insulating material around the drawers, e.g.
blankets or newspapers.
The frozen products can also be packed closely
together and be kept in a cold location, e.g. in the
fridge.
Defrosting can be accelerated by placing bowls with
hot water (not boiling) inside the freezer.
Take out the drain spout and place it in the bottom
freezer drawer where water can collect.
Loosen the ventilation grille to enable the bowl to fit
under the drain spout.
Carefully scrape off the ice when it starts to thaw.
Use a wood or plastic scraper. Do not use sharp
objects as these may damage the interior.
When all the ice has melted, clean and wipe the
cabinet dry, then push the drain spout back in place.
Switch on the cabinet and replace the frozen
foodstuff.
Never use a hair drier or other heating
appliances to speed up defrosting. Excessive
heat may damage the plastic interior, and
humidity could enter the electric appliance
making it live.
To Change the Light Bulb
The light is switched on automatically when the
door is opened. Before replacing the light bulb,
disconnect the power plug from the outlet.
2. Cut the packaging around the bulb socket.
3. Keep the packaging on to hold the bulb when
setting it into the socket. Do not touch the bulb with
your bare fingers. Halogen light bulbs are sensitive
to grease from the skin.
Use a clear, UV-blocked, low-pressure type halogen
light bulb. Socket G4. Voltage 12 V. Power rating
20 W/bulb.
When the appliance is not in use
Disconnect the appliance from electricity supply.
Empty all foods and clean the appliance, leaving the
doors ajar to prevent unpleasant smells.
If the cabinet will be kept on, ask somebody to
check it once in a while to prevent the food inside
from spoiling in case of a power failure.

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Something Not Working GB
Before contacting your local Service Force Center check the following point:
Problem Possible cause / Remedy
”” is displayed in the temperature
display.
Or
The yellow Action Freeze and red
warning lamp both flash.
An error has occurred in measuring the temperature. Call your
service representative. (The cooling system will continue to
keep food products cold, but temperature adjustment will not
be possible.)
It is too warm inside the freezer. Set a lower temperature.
Make sure that the door is completely closed and that the
insulating strip is complete and clean.
If warm food products have been put inside the freezer, wait for
a couple of hours and then check the temperature again.
Distribute the food products to allow cold air to circulate
around them.
It is too cold inside the freezer. Set a higher temperature.
Action Freeze could have been switched on.
Too much frost and ice are produced. Make sure that the door is completely closed and that the
insulating strip is complete and clean.
Set a higher temperature.
The compressor operates continuously. Set a higher temperature.
Make sure that the door is completely closed and that the
insulating strip is complete and clean.
The temperature where the cabinet is placed is above normal
room temperature.
The cabinet does not operate at all.
Cooling or interior light does not
operate. No indicator lamps light.
The power plug is not properly connected.
The fuse has blown.
The cabinet is not switched on.
Power does not reach the cabinet. (Try connecting another
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Sound level in cabinet is too high. The refrigerating system will always produce some sounds. A
pulsing sound is heard when coolant is pumped inside the
cooling pipes. A ticking sound from the thermostat can be
heard when the compressor switches on and off. The sound
level varies depending on the operation of the cabinet.
If you feel the sound level is incorrect:
Make sure the pipes at the back of the cabinet not touch each
other. Carefully bend them if they do.
If the cushion spacers (between the cabinet wall and pipes)
come loose, put them back in place again.
Carefully follow the instructions in the chapter ”Installing the
cabinet”.
Power failure Do not unnecessarily open the cabinet, except when the power
outage seems to be long, in which case the food products
should be moved to another cabinet that works. In case the
frozen products are still hard following the power outage, they
may be immediately refrozen. If the food products have thawed
but still are fresh and smells alright, they may be used,
however they should be prepared before re-freezing or eating
them.
Guarantee Conditions
See Guarantee Conditions on the Registration Card.
Customer Care Department
Fore general enquiries concerning your Electrolux
appliance or futher information on Electrolux
products, you areinvited to contact our Costumer
Care Department by letter or phone as follows:
Customer Care Department
Electrolux
Electrolux House
Hambridge Road
Newbury
Berkshire
RG14 5EP
Phone: [phone]
Service and Spare Parts
In the event of your appliance requiring service, or
if oyu wish to purchase spare parts please contact
your local Electrolux Service Force Centre by
telephoning:
XXXXXXXXXXX
Your call be routed the Service Force Centre
covering your post code area. The address of your
local Service Force Center ids detailed in the
accompanying Customer Care Book.
Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you
have read the details under the heading ”Something
Not Working”
When you contact the Service Center you will need
to give the following details.They will be found
inside your appliance.
MOD (modell):.....................................................
PROD.NO (model number):..................................
SER:NO (serial number):.......................................
Purchase date............................................................

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Technical specification GB
Model EU8297CX
Volume 292 l
Width 595 mm
Height 1800 mm
Depth 600 mm
Energy consumption 431 kWh/year
Energy class B
Rated power 120W
Weight 76kg
Freezing capacity 22kg/24 hours
Number of compressors 1
Installation GB
Unpacking
Unpack the cabinet and check that it is in good
condition and free of any transport damage. Notify
the dealer immediately of any damage. Hand the
packaging over for recycling. For more information,
contact your local city office or the dealer.
Do not allow children to play with the
packaging. The plastic film can cause
suffocation.
Remove the transport supports
Remove the tape and the transport supports from
·the door sides
·inside the door hinges
·the shelves
Remove the transport support on the glass shelf by
pushing the support forward along the edge of the
shelf until it stops at the protuberance of the shelf.
Take hold of the rear edge of the glass shelf and pull
the shelf and transport support forward until the
shelf tilts and the transport support can be removed.
Some models are fitted with a silencing pad under
the cabinet. Do not remove this pad.
Cleaning
Wash the inside of the cabinet using lukewarm
water, a mild washing-up detergent and a soft cloth.

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Installing the cabinet
To otain the best performance from the cabinet, ensure
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·the cabinet is placed in a dry, cool place and
is not exposed to direct sunlight.
·the cabinet is not placed close to a source of
heat, e.g. a cooker or dishwasher.
·the room in which the cabinet is placed
has a temperature of +16Cto+32C.
·the cabinet is level.The cabinet should not lean
against any wall. If necessary adjust the
feet using the supplied adjustment spanner.
·there is good air circulation around the cabinet
and that the air channels below and behind
the cabinet are not blocked. The ventilation
space above the cabinet and any
grocery/top cabinet must be at least 200 cm@.
The ventilation space can either be
a) directly above the cabinet, or
b) behind and above the top cabinet. In this case,
the space behind the cabinet must be at least
50 mm deep.
If the cabinet is placed in a corner and the side with
the hinges faces the wall, the distance between the
wall and the cabinet must be at least 10 mm to allow
the door to open enough so that the baskets can be
removed.
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Electrical connection
This appliance must be earthed.
If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not
suitable for your socket outlett, it must be cut of and
the appropriate plug fitted.
Remove the fuse from the cut off plug.The cut off
plug should then be disposed of to prevent the
hazard of socket inanother part of your home.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Green and yellow -Earth
Blue -Neutral
Brown -Live
If you fit your own plug, the colours of the Wires in
the mains lead of your appliance may not
correspond with the markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
Connect the Green and Yellow (earth) wire to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter
”E” or the earth symbol or coloured greeen and
yellow.
Connnect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter ”N” or
coloured black
Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in the
plug which is marked with the letter ”L” or coloured
red.
The plug moulded onto the lead incorporates a fuse.
For replacement, use a 13amp BSI362 fuse. Onely
ASTAor BSI approved fuses should be used.
The plug must not be used if the fuse cover/carrier is
lost. The cover/carrier is indicated by the coloured
insert at the base of the plug.
A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from
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Door Reversal
1. Close the cabinet and pull out the plug from the
electrical outlet.
2. Remove the ventilation grille. There is a part on
the grille that can be removed. Remove it and put it
on the other side.
3. Put the cabinet on a wooden board when it is laid
down. Later, when raising the cabinet, it will be
easier to grip under the cabinet thanks to the board.
4. On the upper part of the cabinet. Put the hinge pin
on the other side.
5. On the lower part of the cabinet.
5a Unscrew the hinge.
5b Remove the door-closing fittings from the hinge
and put the hinge pin on the other side. Then attach
the supplied door-closing fitting.
6a. Remove the door-closing fitting from the bottom
of the door.
6b. Remove the plastic plug from the corresponding
hole on the other side. Use a screwdriver to rock the
plug loose. Then secure the supplied door-closing
fitting.
6c. Secure the lower hinge.
Remove any play in the door by adjusting the height
of the lower hinge with the supplied spanner. Secure
with the lock-nut.
Raise the cabinet and replace the ventilation grille.
7. To transfer the handle.
Unscrew the screws. Fit the handle onto the opposite
side by turning it one half circle.
Put the cabinet in position. Check that it stands
straight. See the section ”Positioning the cabinet”.
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