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Dear customer, Before placing your new refrigerator into operation please read these operating instructions carefully. They contain important information for safe use, for installation and for care of the appliance. Please keep these operating instructions for future reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the appliance.
Customer Care Department. Prior to Installation • Check the refrigerator for transport damage. Under no circumstances should a damaged appliance be installed! In the event of damage, please contact your retailer.
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• Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low temperatures. Do not store any containers with flammable materials such as, spray cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc in the refrigerator. Maintenance and Cleaning • Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance and disconnect from the electrical supply.
Environmental Information Packaging All transit packaging materials are environmentally compatible and can be reused. Wood is un-treated. The plastics can be recycled and are identified as follows: >PE< for polyethylene, e.g. the outer covering and the bags in the interior. >PS<...
Appliance Transport Two persons are required for transport of the appliance. There are two recessed handles at the front of the base and at the back of the appliance at the top for improved gripping. 1. Grip the appliance with the recessed handles positioned as in the draw- ing, and transport the appliance.
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2. Remove the transport protection pieces and pull off the adhesive tape. 3. 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 may linger.
Installation Installation Location The appliance should be installed in a well ventilated, dry room. Energy use is affected by the ambient temperature. The appliance should therefore – not be exposed to direct sunlight; – not be installed next to radiators, cookers or other sources of heat; –...
The Refrigerator needs Ventilation Air is fed under the door through the vent slots in the base and is exhausted upwards along the back wall. To ensure proper air circulation never cover or alter the vent openings. Important! If the appliance is...
Installation Electrical Connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed. Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance rating plate.
Installation of the carbon filter On delivery the carbon filter is placed in a plastic bag to ensure the length of life of the carbon filter. The filter should be placed behind the grill before the cabinet is turned on. 1.
Reversing the Door The door hinges can be changed from right (as supplied) to left if required to suit the location where the appliance is installed. Warning! Unplug from the mains before reversing the door. 1. Open the door and remove the plinth cover to the front.
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4. Remove the door fitting on the lower right (1) and reposition the door bearing cover from the lower left to the right of the door (2), place the door fitting supplied in the lower left of the door (3). Carefully remove the door to the front and place on one side.
Description of the Appliance View of the appliance ➀ Control panel ➁ Butter and cheese compartment with lid ➂ Door storage compartments ➃ Variable storage box ➄ Bottle compartment ➅ Salad bin ➆ Shelves ➇ Quick chill shelf ➈ Filter housing ➉...
ON/OFF button Temperature display Buttons for adjusting the temperature FAST CHILL button and FAST CHILL indicator light (yellow) • FAST CHILL for intensive cooling in the refrigerator WARNING OFF button Buttons for Adjusting the Temperature The temperature is adjusted using the „+“...
Temperature Display • During normal operation, the temperature currently present in the refrigerator (ACTUAL temperature) is displayed. • When the temperature is being adjusted a flashing display indicates the fridge compartment temperature currently set (DESIRED temper- ature). • If there is a fault in the appliance the temperature display shows a square in the upper part of the temperature display.
Each time the button is pressed the temperature is adjusted by 1 °C. Adjustable temperature range: +2 °C to +8 °C, +15 °C (Holiday mode) Note: From a food safety point of view, +5 °C for the refrigerator compartment should be considered cold enough as a storage temperature.
FAST CHILL button The FAST CHILL function is suited for quick cooling of large quantities of goods in the refrigerator, e.g. drinks and salads for a party. 1. The FAST CHILL function is switched on by pressing the FAST CHILL but- ton.
Temperature warning The red warning light flashes and a warning tone sounds, as soon as the temperature in the refrigerator is warmer than 12 °C. Such a rise in temperature can possibly be put down to: – opening the door a lot or leaving it open for a long time;...
To switch the fridge back to normal operation, press the „-“ (COLDER) button. Important! Do not store any goods in the refrigerator when the holiday mode is in operation. The temperature is regulated at about +15 °C when the holiday mode is in operation. This is too warm for food pro- ducts.
Interior Fittings Storage Shelves The shelf in the lowest runners over the fruit and vegetable drawer must always remain in this position, so that fruit and vegetables stay fresher for longer. The remaining storage shelves can be adjusted to various heights: 1.
Interior Fittings Bottle Rack Place bottles in the rack with the bottleneck to the front. Important: Only store unopened bottles horizontally. The bottle rack can be tilted for storing opened bottles. 1. To do this pull the bottle rack for- ward until it can be tilted upwards, then slide the front sup- port into the next level up.
The bottle support can be pulled out when chilling larger bottles. Dismantling of the Bottle and Can Holder 1. Take out the quick chill shelf with holder from the cabinet. 2. To loosen the holder from the shelf, bend the hooks/brackets that surround the backside of the shelf.
Foodsense, London SE99 7TT. Tel: 0645 556000 Tip: Food stored in the refrigerator compartment should always be covered or packed so that they do not dry out, lose their flavour, or transfer their flavour to any other refrigerated food.
• A thermostat controls the compressor and you will hear a faint click when the thermostat cuts in and out. Food Storage To obtain the best performance from your refrigerator: • Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids. • Do not store food uncovered.
Defrosting The Fridge defrosts automatically. Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out DISCONNECT the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply. Internal Cleaning 1. Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Rinse and dry thoroughly. Warning! •...
Changing the carbon filter To maintain the best performance the carbon filter should be chan- ged once a year with normal usage. New carbon filters can be purcha- sed from your local Service Force Centre. 1. The filter is placed behind the grill and can be reached by opening the cover.
Maintenance and Cleaning Replacing the Light Bulb Warning! Danger of electrical shock! Before replacing the light bulb switch appliance off and remove the mains plug. Light bulb specifications: 220-240 V, max. 25 W, fitting: E 14 Important! When replacing the lamp only fit a lamp of suitable diameter, that is at least 18 mm, this will ensure a good seat on the rubber seal.
Something Not Working Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, check the following points. Symptom No power to the appliance. The temperature in the refrigerator is too high. Warning tone sounds, red warning display is flashing Red warning light flashing, warning tone sounding Temperature display shows a square.
Symptom The light does not come on. Noise The compressor does not start immediately after changing the temperature setting. If after the above checks there is still a fault, call your local AEG Service Force Centre. 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.
Technical Terminology • Refrigerant Liquids that can be used to a generate a cooling effect are known as refrigerants. They have a relatively low boiling-point, indeed so low, that the warmth from the food stored in the fridge or freezer can cause the refrigerant to boil and vaporise.
Guarantee Conditions AEG offer the following guarantee to the first purchaser of this appliance. 1. The guarantee is valid for 12 months commencing when the appliance is handed over to the first retail purchaser, which must be verified by purchase invoice or similar docu- mentation.
Service & Spare Parts In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to pur- chase spare parts, please contact Service Force by telephoning: 08705 929 929 Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area.