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Switch off the current. Remove the contents of theIf the freezer has been switched off briefly, the
freezer, wrap them in newspapers, and leave them in acompressor may not start immediately when the current
cold place.is re-connected. This is quite normal.
The speed of defrosting can be increased by placing one
or more bowls of hot (not boiling) water inside the freezerIN THE CASE OF A POWER FAILURE OR
and closing the lid. Open the lid after a while, and removeBREAKDOWN
the layer of ice carefully.
The hold-over period mentioned in the "Technical
The defrost water can be collected in the partition wall asSpecification" section of this book refers to an estimated
shown in the drawing.time the freezer temperature will take to rise to an
Do not try to speed up defrosting by using anything otherunacceptable level for keeping frozen foods.
than hot water, since this may damage the freezer. AfterProviding the period of power failure or breakdown does
defrosting, clean the inside of the freezer.not exceed the hold-over period there will be no risk of
damage to the frozen food, providing you do not open the
IMPORTANT
lid during this period.
Remember to replace the plug in the drip water drain.
If the freezer is only half full or the lid is opened this will
reduce the hold-over time.
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR FREEZER INSIDE
After the breakdown period you are recommended to
Remove the plug from the mains socket, and remove allcheck the condition of food to ensure it has not started to
loose accessories before cleaning the freezer.thaw. Frozen food must NOT be re-frozen once it has
The best time to clean your freezer is after defrosting andthawed out. The following guidelines should assist you.
before the electricity supply is connected again.Ice cream:Once thawed should be discarded.
Use a damp cloth to clean your freezer. Use hot water,
Fruits & Vegetables: If soft should be cooked and used
and a mild, non-aromatic cleaning agent.
up.
After cleaning the freezer, clean the basket/baskets
Breads & Cakes:Can be re-frozen without danger.
before replacing them.
Shellfish:Should be refrigerated and used
IMPORTANTup quickly.
Never use strong cleaning agents, scouring powderCooked Dishes:ie. casseroles should be
or strongly aromatic cleaning agents to clean yourrefrigerated and used up.
freezer inside, since this will damage the inside and
Large Pieces Can be re-frozen providing there
leave a strong smell.of Meat:are still ice crystals remaining
within them.
EXTERNAL CLEANINGSmall Joints:Should be cooked and can then
Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do NOTbe re-frozen as cooked dishes.
use abrasive products.
Chicken: Should also be cooked and re-
frozen as a cooked dish.
WHEN NOT IN USE
Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply.GUARANTEE CONDITIONS AND
Remove all goods from the freezer.SERVICE
Clean the freezer as described above.
GUARANTEE (13)
Leave the lid slightly open.
We, Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of the
IF SOMETHING DOES NOTdate of the purchase this Electrolux appliance or any part
thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faultry
WORKworkmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair or
replace the same FREE OF ANY CHARGE for labour,
IF YOUR FREEZER DOES NOT
materials or carriage on the condition that:
FUNCTION SATISFACTORILY
The appliance has been correctly installed and used
Check the following before calling for service staff:only on the electricity supply stated on the rating
If you are still unable to solve the problem, summon theplate.
assistance of authorised service staff.The appliance has been used for normal domestic
Do not take any other steps. Incorrect procedure maypurposes only, and in accordance with the
cause personal injury or lead to additional defects.manufacturers operating and maintenance
instructions.
It is quite normal for the freezer to seem warm on theThe appliance has not been serviced, maintained,
outside occasionally, owing to the heat generated by the
repaired, taken apart or tampered with, by any
freezing process. This heat also helps to prevent the
person not authorised by us.
formation of moisture on the outside of the appliance
All service work under this guarantee must be
which could cause rust.
undertaken by an Electrolux service representative or
authorised agent.
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