Electrolux ER3136I User manual

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Fridges
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User manual
INFO
INSTRUCCIONES PARA LA INSTALACION Y EL USO
INSTALLATION AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FRIGORIFICO-CONGELADOR ER 3136 I
FRIDGE-FREEZER ER 3136 I
2222 240-24
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CONTENTS
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 12
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 13
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 13
Power connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 13
Cleaning the appliance’s interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 13
Door reversibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 13
Building in. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 13
Installation of the appliance in a fitted kitchen unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 14
Instructions to assemble the refrigerator door to the kitchen unit door . . . . . . . . . . . .page 15
Reversibility of the freezer door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 15
Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 16
Operation - Temperature regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 16
Storage of foods in refrigerator compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 16
Movable shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 16
Storage door accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 17
Freezing of fresh food and storage of frozen food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 17
Freezing of fresh food. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 17
Storage of commercially frozen food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 17
Freezer compartment defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 18
Refrigerator defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 18
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 19
Interior cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 19
Idle periods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 19
Replacing the interior light bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 19
Something not working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 19
12
WARNINGS
It is most important that this instruction book
should be retained with the appliance for future
reference. Should the appliance be sold or trans-
ferred to another owner, or should you move
house and leave the appliance, always ensure that
the book is supplied with the appliance in order
that the new owner can be acquainted with the
functioning of the appliance and the relevant
warnings.
These warnings are provided in the interest of
safety. You must read them carefully before
installing or using the appliance.
ª This appliance is designed to be operated by
adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper
with the controls or play with the appliance.
ª Any electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
ª This appliance should be serviced by an authorized
Service Centre, and only genuine spare parts
should be used.
ª It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify
this appliance in any way.
ª Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance
does not stand on the electrical supply cable.
ª The domestic refrigerators and freezers are designed
to be used specifically for the storage of edible food-
stuffs only.
ª Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been
thawed out.
ª Manufacturers’ storage recommendations should
be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.
ª There are working parts in this appliance which
heat up. Always ensure that there is adequate
ventilation as a failure to do this will result in
component failure and possible food loss. See
installation instructions.
ª Parts which heat up should not be exposed. Wher-
ever possible the back of the appliance should be
against a wall.
ª Before any cleaning or maintenance work is carried
out, be sure to switch off and unplug the appliance.
ª If the appliance is transported horizontally, it is
possible that the oil contained in the compressor
flows in the refrigerant circuit. It is advisable to wait
at least two hours before connecting the appliance
to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.
ª The inner lining of the appliance consists of chan-
nels through which the refrigerant passes. If these
should be punctured this would damage the appli-
ance beyond repair and cause food loss. DO NOT
USE SHARP INSTRUMENTS to scrape off frost or
ice. Frost may be removed by using the scraper
provided. Under no circumstances should solid ice
be forced off the liner. Solid ice should be allowed
to thaw when defrosting the appliance. See defrost
instructions.
ª Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the
freezer as it creates pressure on the container,
which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage
to the appliance.
ª This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when
moving it.
ª Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed
straight from the appliance.
ª Under no circumstances should you attempt to
repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by
inexperienced persons may cause injury or more
serious malfunctioning. Refer to your local Service
Centre, and always insist on genuine spare parts.
ª This appliance does not contain gasses which
could damage the ozone layer, in either its refrig-
erant circuit or insulation materials; it must never-
theless be disposed off in a proper manner, in
accordance with regulations for protection of the
environment.
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INSTALLATION
Attention
If this refrigerator featuring magnetic door seals is
to replace an older appliance having a spring lock
on the door or lid, be sure to break the spring lock
before you discard the old appliance.
This will prevent it from becoming a death-trap for
a child.
Location
In order to ensure best results, place the appliance as
far away as possible from sources of heat, e.g. radia-
tors, heaters, direct sunlight, etc. Always choose a
properly ventilated room; make sure ventilation is en-
sured especially behind and above the appliance.
Power connection
Before plugging in the appliance to the mains socket,
check that the voltage and frequency indicated on the
appliance rating plate are the same as those provided
by your home power supply. A 6% fluctuation above
or below rated voltage is acceptable.
The appliance MUST be connected to an efcient
earth or ground tap.
In fact the supply-lead plug incorporates a special
earth or ground contact for this purpose. If by any
chance the sockets of your domestic wiring system
are not earthed, the appliance must be connected to a
separate earth or ground wire by a qualified electri-
cian, in accordance with existing safety regulations.
The manufacturer declines to accept any liability if
this accident-prevention procedure is not fol-
lowed.
This appliance complies with E.E.C. Directive
No. 87/308 of 02.06.87 relative to radio interference
suppression.
This appliance complies with the following
E.E.C. Directives:
- 73/23 EEC of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and
subsequent modifications;
- 89/336 EEC of 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibil-
ity Directive) and subsequent modifications.
Cleaning the appliance’s interior
Before using the appliance for the first time, wash all
internal parts with lukewarm water and neutral soap
so as to remove the typical «new» smell and then dry
thoroughly.
Do not use detergents or abrasive powders as these
will damage the finish.
Door reversibility (Fig. 1)
Before fitting the appliance in the kitchen furniture
and connecting it to the power supply, if neces-
sary, change the door opening side (from right to
left). Proceed as follows:
1. Place the appliance on its back, putting packing
material between it and the floor to avoid dama-
ging the appliance cooling pipes.
2. Unscrew the bolts.
3. Assemble the spacers and the bolts on the opposi-
te side.
Fig. 1
Building in
Recess dimensions
Height 1780 mm
Depth 550 mm
Width 560 mm
To ensure adequate ventilation, allow the clearances
shown in Fig. 2.
Fig. 2
D027
50-min. cm
2
200
min.
cm
2
200
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Installation of the appliance in a fitted
kitchen unit
(Fig. 3)
ª
Drill the unit using a Ø 2.5 mm drill (10 mm max.
penetration);
ª
Fix the square fitting (1) to the appliance and apply
the rubber seal;
ª
If the door is not already assembled fix the square
tting (2) to the refrigerator and fitting (3) to the unit
column.
ª
Fit the refrigerator into the space recessing it by
48 mm in relation to the unit base (Fig. 4);
ª
Fix the refrigerator with the screws (5) to the upper
and lower part of the unit, after having inserted the
fittings (6) under the lower hinges;
ª
Fix the square fitting (1) to the unit column and the
square fittings (2-3) to each other, after inserting the
clip (4).
ª
Snap the ventilation grid.
ª
Insert the hinge cover.
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
28mm
2,5
D612
18mm
13mm
2
3
4
5
1
5
6
5
48mm
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Instructions to assemble the refrigerator
door to the kitchen unit door
Position the runners (C) at the top and bottom of the
inside of the kitchen unit as shown in Fig. 5 and mark
the position of the external holes.
After preparing the holes, screw the runners to the
kitchen unit door using 3.5x16 mm screws.
Fig. 5
Open both the appliance door and that of the kitchen
unit to approx. 90
°
.
Place the little plates over the runners. Hold the doors
of the appliance and the unit together and mark the
holes.
Fig. 6
D135
20mm
C
8mm
D415
Remove the little plates and make the holes with a di-
am. of 3,2 mm. Replace the little plates over the run-
ners and screw in the screws provided (3.5x16 mm).
For the alignment of the kitchen unit door, if neces-
sary, use the clearance size of the slotted holes.
At the end of the procedure, check that the doors of
the appliance and the kitchen unit open properly.
Fig. 7
Reversibility of the freezer door (Fig. 8)
When changing the hinges of the refrigerator door
from right to left, it is also advisable to change the
opening side of the freezer door.
Please take the following steps:
1. Remove the door lower hinge.
2. Remove the freezer door and take off the upper
hinge.
3. Unscrew the catch and fix it on the opposite side.
4. Fix the upper hinge.
5. Mount the freezer door on the left side and fix the
lower hinge.
Fig. 8
D416
180°
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USE
Operation - Temperature regulation
Rotate the thermostat knob clockwise until reaching
the desired position (beyond the «O» = stop position);
the best position is between 3 and 4.
The temperature is automatically regulated and can
be increased to achieve a higher temperature (less
cold) by rotating the thermostat toward lower settings
or diminished (more cold) rotating the knob towards
higher settings.
However, the exact setting should be chosen keeping
in mind that the temperature inside the refrigerator de-
pends on:
room temperature;
how often the door is opened;
the quantity of food stored;
location of appliance.
To stop operation, simply turn the thermostat knob to
position «O».
When the refrigerator is set for the coldest temper-
atures, with a high surrounding room temperature,
it will probably be in constant operation, with con-
sequent frosting of the back wall of the compart-
ment. If this does occur, the knob should be set to
obtain a slightly higher temperature. In this way
the refrigerator automatically defrosts, with a con-
siderable energy saving.
Storage of foods in refrigerator compart-
ment
To achieve the best results with the refrigerator com-
partment, you should follow one or two very simple
rules:
Do not put warm foods or evaporating liquids in the
refrigerator.
Cover or wrap foods (particularly if they have a strong
smell or contain aromatic herbs).
Do not cover the shelves (grids) with paper or plastic
since this blocks circulation of air in the compartment.
Place the food so as to allow air circulation.
Foods should be positioned inside the refrigerator
compartment as indicated in Figure 9.
1. Cold cuts, cheese, butter, milk
2. Meat and fish
3. Fruit and vegetables.
Fig. 9
Raw meat (of all types) should be stored in plastic
bags. Max. conservation time: 1-2 days.
Cooked foods, cold dishes, etc., should be well cov-
ered and can be placed on any grid.
Fruit and vegetables should be washed before being
stored in the specific drawer.
Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed,
must not be kept in the refrigerator.
Movable shelves
The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a series
of runners so that the shelves can be positioned as
desired.
Fig. 10
1
2
3
D040
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Storage door accessories
The shelves can be easily removed if they are to be
cleaned or positioned at different heights. To do that,
push them upwards (see Fig. 11).
Fig. 11
Freezing of fresh food and storage of fro-
zen food
The freezer compartment is marked with which
means that the compartment is suitable for the freez-
ing of fresh food and for the long term storing of fro-
zen food.
Freezing of fresh food
To freeze fresh food it is not necessary to change the
thermostat knob position from that of normal function-
ing.
To help you get the best out of the freezing process,
here are a few hints:
Place the food to be frozen on the glass shelves of the
freezer;
Freeze only good-quality, fresh and well-cleaned
foods.
Split them into small portions to speed up freezing
and avoid having to thaw more food than you require.
Wrap the foods in foil or polythene film, ensuring that
the wrapping adheres closely to the food and is well
sealed.
It is a good idea to mark the packs with the date on
which freezing started so that you can keep a check
on storage periods.
On the inner freezer door of certain models you will
nd schematic drawings of foods and animals indicat-
ing maximum storage time (in months) possible from
the time of freezing.
The foods for freezing should not be placed in contact
with already frozen foods. This would cause the tem-
perature of already frozen foods to rise.
During the freezing process, do not add further foods
for freezing and do not open the freezer door.
D434
Never put fizzy drinks in the freezer as they might
well burst.
A word of warning about ice lollies: they should not be
eaten straight out of the freezer as this might cause
cold burns.
The maximum amount of food which is freezable in 24
hours is indicated on the rating plate. This is to be
found in the refrigerator compartment on the bottom
left-hand side.
Storage of commercially frozen food
To get the best out of your freezer, you should ensure
that:
the products have been correctly stored by the re-
tailer;
you do not store products for longer than the time
specified by the food manufacturer;
avoid opening the door too frequently and when you
do open it, leave it open only for as long as is strictly
necessary.
If the freezer has been out of use for some time, be-
fore putting the products in the compartment let the
freezer run for at least two hours with the thermostat
knob on max. cold setting. After this, reset the freezer
for normal storage use.
If there happens to be a power failure during the
conservation of frozen food do not open the freez-
er door. If the freezer is completely full and the fail-
ure is short (from 10 to 12 hours), frozen products
will not be affected. Otherwise they should be
used up very quickly.
It is in fact important to remember that once the
foods have thawed out, they deteriorate fast and
cannot be re-frozen.
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Freezer compartment defrosting
The air humidity that penetrates inside the appliance
when opening its door, accumulates on the evapora-
tor and particularly on its upper part, thus creating a
layer of frost. To avoid excessive formation of frost do
not leave the door open more than necessary.
The formation of a thin layer of frost (as for example
on the front edge of the freezer) does not require com-
plete defrosting. Eliminate this layer periodically using
a plastic scraper (do not use knives or sharp objects).
If a thick layer has formed it will be necessary to carry
out a complete defrosting as follows:
1. Take out all the frozen food and wrap it in newspa-
pers placing it in a container (basin or paper box,
etc.) in a cool place until the cleaning operations
have been completed.
2. Set the thermostat knob on «
O
» = stopped.
3. Leave the freezer compartment door open.
4. Do not scrape the ice or frost layer with sharp
objects. Do not use a heat diffuser or spray.
5. Eliminate the water which formed during defrosting
by means of a sponge or cloth.
6. Clean inside using a normal detergent for domestic
use.
7. After cleaning, dry properly inside.
8. After completing the operations, turn the thermo-
stat knob to 5-6 and leave it on this setting for 3-4
hours. After this period set the knob to a normal
position (medium).
9. Place the frozen food in the appliance again.
Refrigerator defrosting
Refrigerator defrosting is completely automatic. The
defrost water drains out through a trough into a spe-
cial container provided on top of the compressor
which is located at the back of the appliance, where it
evaporates.
Important
We particularly recommend the periodic cleaning of
the defrost water drain. Use the special cleaner pro-
vided already inserted into the discharge hole
(Fig. 12).
Fig. 12
D037
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MAINTENANCE
Unplug the appliance before carrying out any
maintenance operation.
Interior cleaning
Wash the interior of the appliance and its accessories
with lukewarm water and sodium bicarbonate (one
spoon in 4 litres of water).
Rinse and dry carefully.
Idle periods
During periods when the appliance is not used, you
should remove the plug from the wall socket, defrost
and clean the interior and all accessories. During the
idle period leave the door slightly open, thus letting air
circulate and preventing the formation of mould and
unpleasant smells.
Replacing the interior light bulb
The light inside the refrigerator compartment is easy
to get at through the opening in the light holder.
If the light does not go on when the door is open,
check that it is screwed into place properly.
If it still does not light up, change the bulb.
The rating is shown on the light bulb cover.
Fig. 13
B0662
SOMETHING NOT WORKING
If the appliance is not functioning properly check that:
the plug is firmly in the wall socket and the mains
power switch is on;
electricity is delivered; and controls are set to the cor-
rect position.
If your appliance is still not working properly after
making the above checks, contact your local dealer or
the nearest service centre.
To obtain fast service, it is essential that when you
apply for it you specify the model & serial number
of your appliance which can be found on the rating
plate located inside the appliance at the bottom on
the left hand side.
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