Electrolux ER 6641 T User manual

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ER 6641 T
REFRIGERATOR
INSTRUCTION BOOK

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This instruction book contains safety precautions, information on use and helpful hints and tips.
To ensure you use this appliance effectively and safely, please read this instruction book carefully
before installing or using this appliance and retain for future reference.
The s mbols below help ou to find things more easil :
Safety precautions
Warnings and Safet information
Hints, useful information
Environmental information
The Electrolux Group. The world's No.1 choice.
The Electrolux Group is the world's largest producer of powered appliances for kifchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group
products (such as refrigerations, cookers, washing machines, vaccum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers are sold each year to a value of approx.
USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world.

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IMP R
IMP RT TANT S ANT SAFET AFETY INS Y INSTR TRUCTI NS UCTI NS
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.
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
our retailer.
Installation
This appliance is heav . Care should be taken when
moving it.
It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt
to modif this product in an wa .
Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the
electrical suppl cable. If the suppl cable is
damaged, it must be replaced b a cable available
from our local Service Force Centre.
Make sure that the power plug is not squashed
or damage the back of the fridge/freezer.
- A damaged power plug ma 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 ma cause a short-circuit, fire
and/or electric shock.
- If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced
b 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.
An electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out b 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
pla with the product.
There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging
material awa from children!
During Use
This appliance is designed for domestic use
onl , specificall for the storage of edible
foodstuffs. It is not intended for commercial or
industrial use.
Maintenance and Cleaning
Before cleaning, alwa s switch off the appliance
and disconnect from the electrical suppl .
When unplugging alwa s pull the plug from the
mains socket, do not pull on the cable.
Servicing
This product should be serviced b an
authorised engineer and onl genuine spare
parts should be used.
Under no circumstances should ou attempt to
repair the appliance ourself. Repairs carried out
b inexperienced persons ma cause injur or
serious malfunctioning. Contact our local
Service Force Centre.
At the end of the Appliance Life
When disposing of our appliance use an
authorised disposal site.
Remove the plug and ensure that an locks or
catches are removed, to prevent oung children
being trapped inside.
The Appliance and the Environment
This appliance does not contain gasses which
could damage the ozone la er.
Avoid damaging the cooling unit.
The packaging used on this appliance marked with
the s mbol is rec clable.
Keep this instruction book for future
reference and ensure it is passed on to any
new owner.

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C NTENT
C NTENTS S
Instructions for the User
Guide to use the instruction book 2
Important Safety Instructions 3
Instructions for the User 5
General Information 5
Description of the Appliance 5
Using the Appliance 6
Before Use 6
To Start the Appliance 6
Thermostat Control 6
Hints for storage 6
Storage Shelves 7
Hints and Tips 7
Food Storage 7
Energ Saving Advice 7
Maintenance and Cleaning 7
Internal cleaning 7
External cleaning 8
Changing the Light Bulb 8
Defrosting Your Appliance 8
When the appliance is not in use 8
Something Not Working 9
Service and Spare Parts 9
Customer Care Department 10
Guarantee Conditions 10
Instructions for the Installer
Technical Specifications 11
Installing the Appliance 11
Transportation, Unpacking 11
Cleaning 11
Location 11
Ventilation Requirements 12
Levelling 12
Door Reversal 12
Electrical Connection 14
Storage Chart 15

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INS
INSTR TRUCTI NS F UCTI NS F R THE USER R THE USER
General information
This appliance is designed for the refrigeration of food
in a domestic home.
To ensure correct operation, the appliance should
be located where the ambient temperature is
between 16-32 °C.
Description of the appliance
1. Wire shelf
2. Defrost water drain
3. Glass shelf
4. Salad drawer
5. Rating Plate
6. Adjustable feet
7. Butter compartment
8. Interior Light/Thermostat control
9. Door shelf
10. Door gasket
11. Bottle shelf
12. Egg tra
13. Air circulation
14. Air vent
15. Condenser
16. Evaporator tra
17. Compressor
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Using the Appliance
Before Use
Remove all securing tapes.
Wash the inside of the appliance with lukewarm water
with a little bicarbonate of soda added (5 ml to 0,5 litre
of water). Do not use soap or detergent as the smell
ma linger. Dr the appliance thoroughl .
Do not use detergents, abrasive powders,
highly perfumed cleaning products, wax
polishes or products containing alcohol.
FFTo Start the Appliance
1. Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hrs after
installation.
2. Plug in the appliance and switch on at the mains
suppl .
3. Turn the thermostat control to the required setting.
A setting of 3 is usuall suitable for normal
operation (see thermostat control).
4. Leave the appliance for approximatel 4 hours for
the correct temperature to be reached before
placing food inside.
Thermostat Control
The thermostat control situated inside the refrigerator
regulates the temperature of the larder compartment.
Thermostat control is marked from 1-5 the higher the
number, the colder the setting.
Position 0 - Off
Position 1 - minimum coldness
Position 5 - maximum coldness
Hints for storage
Below is the recommended storage positions for
various food t pes:
1. Read -cooked foods, convenience foods, fresh
meat, cold cuts
2. Milk, dair products, foods in dishes
3. Fruits, vegetables, salads
4. Cheese, butter
5. Eggs
6. Yoghurt, sour cream
7. Small bottles, soft drinks
8. Large bottles, drinks

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Storage Shelves
The variable shelves increase the usefulness of the
fresh food compartment. The shelves can be
rearranged b opening the door to 90°.
The door shelves can also be rearranged to our
requirements.
Hints & Tips
Food Storage
To obtain the best results from our appliance
neither hot foods nor liquids which ma evaporate,
should be placed in the larder compartment.
Keep the time between bu ing chilled food and
placing it in our fridge as short as possible.
Do not push food together too much, tr to allow air
to circulate around each item.
Do not store food uncovered.
Remove suspect food from our refrigerator and
clean, refer to cleaning and maintenance.
Energy Saving Advice
Do not install the cabinet close to sources of
heat, such as a cooker, dishwasher or radiator.
Locate the appliance in a cool well ventilated
room and make sure that the air openings of the
cabinet are not obstructed.
Alwa s leave warm food to cool down to room
temperature before placing in the fridge.
Tr to avoid keeping the door open for long
periods, or opening the door too frequentl as
warm air will enter the cabinet, and cause the
compressor to switch on unnecessaril often.
Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the
door from closing properl .
It is advisable to periodicall clean the
refrigeration s stem at the back of the appliance
with a duster or vacuum cleaner.
Maint
Maintenance & Cleaning enance & Cleaning
Before any maintenance of cleaning work is
carried out DISCONNECT the appliance from
the ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.
Internal Cleaning
Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and
bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Rinse
and dr thoroughl .
Do not use detergents, abrasive powders,
highly perfumed cleaning products, wax
polishes or cleaning products containing
bleach or alcohol.
Clean the drain hole of the water trough at regular
intervals and ensure that the drain hole is clear at all
times. If blocked carefull clear using a piece of
flexible curtain wire inserted into the drain outlet to
remove the blockage.
Regularl check the door seals and wipe clean to
ensure the are clean and free from debris.

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External Cleaning
Wash the outer cabinet with warm soap water.
Do NOT use abrasive products.
There are sharp edges on the underside of
the product so care should be taken when
cleaning.
Once or twice a ear dust the condenser (black grille)
and the compressor at the back of the appliance with
a brush or vacuum cleaner, as an accumulation of dust
will affect the performance of the appliance and cause
excessive electricit consumption.
Changing the Light Bulb
Defrosting Your Appliance
The fridge compartment is defrosted automaticall ,
when the motor stops. Defrost water from the cooling
plate runs out of the drain and onto a tra on the motor
compressor where it evaporates. Droplets of water on
the cooling plate during defrosting are quite normal
and will freeze on the plate afterwards.
When the appliance is not in use
When the appliance is not in use for long periods
disconnect from the electricit suppl , empt all of the
food and clean the appliance, leaving the door ajar to
prevent unpleasant smells.
Should the light fail to work ou can change it as
below:
Disconnect the appliance from the electricit suppl .
Remove the lamp cover retaining screws, then take
the lamp cover off in the direction of the arrow and the
bulb can be changed. (T pe of the bulb: 230 V, 15 W,
E 14 thread)
After changing the bulb replace the lamp cover, and
retaining screws and reconnect the appliance to the
electricit suppl .

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Problem
No power to the
appliance
The temperature in the
appliance is too high
The temperature in the
appliance is too low
Excessive frost and ice
has built up
The appliance is nois .
Water under the salad
drawer.
Possible Cause
No power at the socket.
There is a power cut.
The fuse has blown.
Thermostat control is set at 0.
The appliance is located in an unsuitable position.
The thermostat control is set too low.
The thermostat control is set too high.
The door has been left open.
Something is obstructing the door.
The door gasket is dirt .
The appliance is not level.
The drain hole is blocked.
Solution
Check there is power at the socket.
Check there is not a power cut b checking the
household lights.
Check the fuse has not blown.
Check the thermostat setting.
Check the ambient temperature is within the
appliances operating limits of 16 °C to 32 °C.
Check that the thermostat control knob is turned to
the correct setting relative to ambient conditions.
Set the thermostat control knob to a warmer
position.
Check the door has not been left open.
Check nothing is preventing the door from closing.
Check the door gasket is intact and clean.
Check if the appliance stands stable (all four feet
should be on the floor).
Check the drain hole is not blocked (see
'Maintenance and Cleaning').
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Something N thing No ot W t Wor orking king
If the appliance is not working correctl , please carr out the following checks before contacting our local
Electrolux Service Force Centre.
If after the above checks our appliance still does not
operate correctl , contact our local Electrolux
Service Force Centre.
Please note that it will be necessar to provide proof
of purchase for an in-guarantee service calls.
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.
Ser
Service and Spar vice and Spare P e Par arts ts
Before calling out an engineer, please ensure ou
have read the details under the heading
Something Not Working?.
When ou contact the Service Centre ou will need
to give the following details:
1. Your name, address and post code
2. Your telephone number
3. Clear and concise details of the fault
4. The model and serial number of the appliance
(found on the rating plate)
5. The purchase date
In the event of our appliance requiring service, or if
ou wish to purchase spare parts please contact our
local Electrolux Service Force Centre b telephoning:
0870 5 929929
Your call will be routed the Service Force Centre
covering our post code area.
For the address of our local Service Force Centre
and further information about Service Force, please
visit the website at www.serviceforce.co.uk
For service in the Republic of Ireland contact
Electrolux
Long Mile Road
Dublin 12
Telephone: [phone].

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Cust tomer Car omer Care Depar e Department tment
Guar
Guarant antee Conditions ee Conditions
For general enquiries concerning our Electrolux appliance or for further information on Electrolux products,
ou are invited to contact our Coustomer Care Department b letter or telephone as follows:
Customer Care Department
Electrolux
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1DZ
Tel: [phone] calls to this number ma be recorded for training purposes.
We Electrolux undertake that if within 12 months of the
date of the purchase this Electrolux appliance or an
part thereof is proved to be defective b reason onl of
fault workmanship or materials, the compan will, at
our option repair or replace the same FREE OF
CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition
that:
The appliance has been correctl installed and
used onl on the electrical suppl stated on the
rating plate.
The appliance has been used for normal domestic
purposes onl , and in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
The appliance has not been serviced, maintained,
repaired, taken apart or tampered with b an
person not authorised b us.
All service work under this guarantee must be
undertaken b a Electrolux Service Force Centre
An appliance or defective part replaced shall
become the Compan 's propert .
Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm
Monday to Friday. Visits ma be available outside
these hours in which case a premium will be charged.
EXCLUSI NS
This Guarantee does not cover:
Damage or calls resulting from transportation,
improper use or neglect, the replacement of an light
bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.
Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance
improperl 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 marketed b Electrolux.
The guarantee is in addition to our statutor and
legal rights.
Electrolux EUR PEAN GUARANTEE
If ou should move to another countr within
Europe then our guarantee moves with ou to our
new home subject to the following qualifications:
The guarantee starts from the date ou first
purchased our product.
The guarantee is for the same period and to the
same extent for labour and parts as exists in the
new countr of use for this brand or range of
products.
This guarantee relates to ou and cannot be
transferred to another user.
Your new home is within the European
Communit (EC) or European Free Trade Area.
The product is installed and used in accordance
with our instructions and is onl used
domesticall , i.e. a normal household.
The product is installed taking into account
regulations in our new countr .
Before ou move please contact our nearest
Customer Care Centre, listed below, to give them
details of our new home. The will then ensure that
the local Service Organisation is aware of our
move and able to look after ou and our
appliances.
France Senlis [phone]
German Nurenberg [phone]
Ital Pordenone [phone]
Sweden Stockholm [phone]
UK Slough [phone]
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Ins
Instr tructions f uctions for the Ins or the Inst taller aller
Model
Gross capacit (l)
Net capacit (l)
Width (mm)
Height (mm)
Depth (mm)
Energ consumption (kWh/da )
(kWh/ ear)
Energ class, according to EU Standards
Rated power (W)
Weight (kg)
ER 6641 T
Fresh food com.: 159
Fresh food com.: 148
550
850
600
0.53
193
B
100
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Installing the appliance
Transportation, unpacking
The appliance and the interior fitting are protected for
transport.
Remove all packaging and an adhesive tape.
An remnants of adhesive can be removed using
white spirit.
After transportation the appliance must not be
switched on for 2 hours. This is to allow the
refrigerant to settle.
Cleaning
Clean the accessories and the inside of the appliance
with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5 ml
to 0.5 litres of water). Rinse and dr thoroughl .
Do not use detergents, abrasive powders, highly
perfumed cleaning products, wax polishes or
cleaning products containing bleach or alcohol.
Location
The appliance should be positioned in a well
ventilated, dr room.
Energ use is affected b the ambient temperature.
The appliance should therefore:
not be installed next to radiators, cookers or
other sources of heat
onl be installed at a location where the ambient
temperature corresponds to the climate
classification, for which the appliance is
designed.
The climate classification can be found on the
serial plate.
The following table shows which ambient
temperature is correct for each climate
classification:
Climate Classification Ambient Temperature
SN +10 to +32 °C
N +16 to +32 °C
ST +18 to +38 °C
Technical Specifications

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Ventilation Requirements
The appliance must have adequate ventilation to
ensure correct operation.
Diagram shows the ventilation requirements when
installed:
A* Under a worktop, or cupboard.
* The clearance space of 10 cm above the appliance
ma be reduced to 5 cm providing a clearance
space 2.5 cm is left on either side of the appliance.
B When freestanding
Levelling
The appliance must be level. Level the appliance b
adjusting the two adjustable feet (1) at the front of the
appliance.
If required the washer (2) can be removed.
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Door Reversal
If required the opening direction of the door can be
changed as follows:
To reverse the bottom hinge assembl proceed as
follows:
Disconnect the appliance from the electricit
suppl .
Tilt the appliance backwards, resting the top edge
of the appliance on a stool or something similar.
Unscrew the adjustable feet situated on both sides
at the front (2 pieces). Remove the lower door
hinge plate b unscrewing the 3 retaining screws.
Remove the hinge pin from the bottom of the door.
Slot the hinge pin into the hole in the hinge plate
and relocate the hinge assembl to the opposite
location and refit using the retaining screws.
Put the cabinet in the upright position.

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To reverse the top hinge assembl proceed as follows:
Remove the 2 worktop retaining screws from the
back of the appliance.
Slide the worktop towards the rear and lift clear of
the appliance.
Remove the 2 upper hinge plate retaining screws.
Remove the hinge plate from the top of the door.
Unscrew the hinge pin from the hinge plate and re-
insert on the opposite side of the pate.
Rotate the hinge assembl 180° and insert the
hinge assembl into the opposite location.
Refit the 2 hinge plate retaining screws.
Relocate the worktop and refit the worktop
retaining screws.
To reverse the handle proceed as follows:
Remove screw covers (if fitted) and handle retaining
screws. Remove blanking plugs on the opposite
side
using a punch .
Relocate the handle to the opposite side and refit
retaining screws (covers if fitted), and
push the
plastic plugs supplied with the instruction book into
the holes where the handle was previousl fitted
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Electrical Connection
Electrical Connection
Any electrical work required to 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 electricit suppl
voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance
rating plate.
The appliance is supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted. In
the event of having to change the fuse in the plug
supplied, a 13 amp ASTA approved (BS 1362) fuse
must be used. Should the plug need to be replaced
for an 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 ellow must be
connected to the terminal marked with the letter E or
b the earth s mbol or coloured green and ellow.
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 stra
strands of wire present and the cord clamp must be
secure over the outer sheath.
This appliance complies with the following
E.E.C. Directives:
73/23 EEC of 19.02.73 (Low Voltage Directive)
and subsequent modifications,
89/336 EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic
Compatibilit Directive) and subsequent
modifications.

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St tor orage time char age time chart t
Time and method of storage of fresh foods in the refrigerator
Foods Storage time in days Method of packaging
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Raw meat XXx x x cling film, airtight
Cooked meat XXXx x x dish covered
Roasted meat XXXx x dish covered
Raw minced meat Xdish covered
Cooked minced meat XXx x dish covered
Cold cuts XXx x cling film, cellophane, grease-
proof paper
Fresh fish Xx x cling film, airtight
Cooked fish XXx x dish covered
Tinned fish, open Xx x dish covered
Fresh chicken XXXx x x cling film, airtight
Fried chicken XXXx x x dish covered
Fresh duck, goose XXXx x x cling film, airtight
Roasted duck, goose XXXXx x x dish covered
Butter unopened XXXXXXXoriginal packaging
Butter opened XXxxxxxoriginal packaging
Milk XXXx x original packaging
Cream XXx x plastic box
Sour cream XXXXx x x plastic box
Cheese (hard) XXXXXXXaluminium foil
Cheese (soft) XXXXx x x cling film
Egg XXXXXXX
Spinach, sorrel XXx x cling film
Green peas, green beans XXXXx x x cling film
Mushroom XXx x x cling film
Carrot XXXXXXXcling film
Tomato XXXXXXXcling film
Cabbage XXXXXx x cling film
Strawberr , raspberr , etc. XXXx x cling film
Tinned fruits opened XXXx x dish covered
Cakes filled with cream XXx x dish covered
Notation:
Xrecommended storage time
x maximum recommended storage time

2004. 03. 28.Printed b Xerox Hungar Ltd.
The Electrolux Group. The worlds No.1 choice.
The Electrolux Group is the world's largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux
Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers are sold each year to a value of
approx. USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world.
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