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- Page 1 SANTO 70388 KG Electronic Refrigerator/Freezer Operating Instructions 818 34 80-00/6...
- Page 2 Dear customer, Before placing your new refrigerator/freezer 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Installation Location ..........10 The refrigerator/freezer needs ventilation ......11 Appliance Alignment . - Page 4 Defrosting ........... . . 34 The refrigerator is defrosted automatically ......34 Freezer Compartment Defrosting .
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Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
Customer Care Department. Prior to Installation • Check the refrigerator/freezer for transport damage. Under no circumstances should a damaged appliance be installed! In the event of damage, please contact your retailer. - Page 6 Important Safety Instructions • If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged: – avoid open flames and sources of ignition; – thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated. Child Safety • Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the product.
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Page 7: Environmental Information
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<... -
Page 8: Before Use
2. In order to push the appliance into its final position, press carefully at the top of the door and tip the appliance back slightly. The weight is thus transferred to the back wheels and the appliance can be easily pushed. -
Page 9: Fitting The Door Handles
Remove the transport fittings from the storage shelves: 4. Slide the fittings securing the shelf forward to the thicker section on the edge of the storage shelf. 5. Slide the storage shelf far enough forward so that it can be hinged downwards and the fittings can be removed from the guides. -
Page 10: Installation
Installation Installation Location The appliance should be installed in a well ventilated, dry room. Energy use and efficient performance of the appliance 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; –... -
Page 11: The Refrigerator/Freezer Needs Ventilation
The refrigerator/freezer 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 installed... -
Page 12: Electrical Connection
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. -
Page 13: Reversing The Door
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 freezer compartment door and remove the plinth to the front. - Page 14 Reversing The Door 5. Unscrew the centre door bearing. 6. Remove the fridge compartment door carefully to the front and place on one side. 7. Unscrew the retaining screw for the self-closing mechanism on the bottom of the fridge compart- ment door.
- Page 15 11. Turn the handle bracket with the handle rod 180° and screw them to the door (5) and the fitted han- dle bracket (6). Caution! Do not use excessive force and overtighten the screws (max. 2 Nm) as you may damage the door handles.
- Page 16 Reversing The Door 15. Fasten the self-closing mechanism on the top left of the freezer compartment door. 16. Carefully slide the freezer com- partment door onto the centre bearing pivot and close. 17. Place the lower door bearing with the bearing pivot in the lower left of the freezer compartment door and fasten.
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Page 17: Appliance Description
Appliance Description View of Appliance á Control panel à Butter and cheese compartment with lid â Door storage compartments ä Bottle compartment ã Fruit and vegetable drawers å Bottle rack ç Shelves é Freezer drawer (only for storage) When defrosting the bottom drawer also serves as a water collecting vessel. -
Page 18: Freezer Tray
Appliance Description Freezer tray A freezer tray is included below the upper drawer in the freezer compartment. Berries and vegetables, for example, can be pre-frozen on the freezer tray. Advantage: The berries are not squeezed and maintain their natural form. The frozen berries can then be stored in compartments or drawers packaged in individual portions. -
Page 19: Control Panel
Temperature display for refrigerator Temperature setting buttons for refrigerator COOLMATIC button and COOLMATIC indicator light (yellow) • COOLMATIC for intensive cooling in the refrigerator FROSTMATIC button and FROSTMATIC indicator light (yellow) • FROSTMATIC for fast freezing in the freezer compartment... -
Page 20: Temperature Setting Buttons
Appliance Description Temperature setting buttons These buttons are connected to the temperature display. • The temperature display is switched over from the display of the ACTUAL temperature (Temperature display is illuminated) to the dis- play of the DESIRED temperature (Temperature display flashes) by pressing one of the two buttons, „+“... -
Page 21: Alarm Off Button
ALARM OFF button With the ALARM OFF button, the acoustic warning signal can be switched off, e.g. the "Open Door" warning when sorting in or out, the food to be chilled or frozen. When there is a temperature warning for the freezer compartment, if the ALARM OFF button is activated, the temperature display will show the warmest temperature the frozen food has reached. -
Page 22: Initial Start-Up
3. Press the ALARM OFF button to switch off the warning tone. 4. Set the refrigerator to the desired temperature (see section: "Tempera- ture Adjustment"). Goods to be refrigerated can be loaded immediately after switching on, because the storage temperature in the refrigerator is quickly reached. -
Page 23: Temperature Adjustment
Adjustable temperature range for the refrigerator compartment: +2 °C to +8 °C, +15 °C (Holiday mode) Note: From a food science point of view, +5 °C for the refrigerator compartment and -18 °C for the freezer compartment should be consi- dered cold enough as a storage temperature. -
Page 24: Coolmatic/Frostmatic
COOLMATIC/FROSTMATIC COOLMATIC The COOLMATIC function is suited for quick cooling of large quantities of goods in the refrigerator, e.g. drinks and salads for a party or wedding. 1. The COOLMATIC function is switched on by pressing the COOLMATIC button. The yellow light illuminates. -
Page 25: Switching The Appliance Off
Switching off the refrigerator only: 1. To switch off the refrigerator, hold down the "+" button for the refrig- erator until „OF“ is shown in the temperature display. Then again press and hold down the "+" button. After a short time a countdown from "3"... -
Page 26: Holiday Mode
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. -
Page 27: Control And Information Systems
– when first switching on the appliance (when the storage temperature has not yet been attained); – when the appliance doors are open – if the temperature in the refrigerator or freezer compartment is too high; – if there are functional faults with the appliance. -
Page 28: Function Errors
For the freezer: The red warning display flashes and a warning tone sounds as soon as the temperature in the freezer rises to more than -12 °C. In addition the freezer temperature display flashes. 1. You can switch off the warning tone using the ALARM OFF button. The freezer temperature display stops flashing and displays the warm- est temperature that has been reached in the freezer during the tem- perature alarm. -
Page 29: Interior Accessories
Interior Accessories Storage Shelves A storage shelf must be inserted into the lower guide track above the fruit and vegetable drawers. It must always remain in this position, so that fruits and vegetables remain fresh longer. The remaining storage shelves can be adjusted to various heights: 1. -
Page 30: Bottle Holder
Interior Accessories 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. Bottle Holder Some models are equipped with a bottle holder in the bottle compart- ment. -
Page 31: Correct Storage
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. -
Page 32: Freezing
Freezing Except for the bottom drawer, which serves only for storage purposes, all compartments and drawers in the freezer compartment are suitable for freezing fresh food. Warning! • Before foods are frozen, the actual temperature in the freezer compartment must be -18 °C or colder. •... -
Page 33: Frozen Storage
Tips: • The following are suited for the packaging of frozen goods: – freezer bags and polyethylene wraps; – plastic containers for frozen foods; – extra-thick aluminium foil • The following are suited for sealing bags and wraps: plastic clips, rubber bands or adhesive tape. •... -
Page 34: Preparation Of Ice Cubes
The electronics start the defrosting cycle in the refrigerator every time the compressor stops. The water collects in the discharge trough at the back wall of the refrigerator, and is fed through the discharge opening in the catch tray at the compressor where it is evaporated. Freezer Compartment Defrosting... -
Page 35: Hints And Tips
• 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/freezer: • Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids. • Do not store food uncovered. -
Page 36: Energy Saving Advice
• Keep the time between buying chilled food and placing it in your freezer as short as possible. • Do not push food together too much, try to allow air to circulate around each item. Energy Saving Advice • Do not install the appliance close to sources of heat, such as a cooker, dishwasher or radiator. -
Page 37: Internal Cleaning
Internal Cleaning If the refrigerator only is to be cleaned, press the FROSTMATIC button several hours in advance, in order to build up sufficient chill reserve in the freezer compartment for the interruption in service. Do not open the freezer compartment door. -
Page 38: Replacing The Light Bulb
Maintenance and Cleaning Caution: Do not allow the stainless steel cleaner to come into contact with plastic parts, e.g. the end caps on the doors, as it will damage them. Accumulation of dust at the condenser increases energy consumption. For this reason carefully clean the condenser at the back of the appliance once a year with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner. -
Page 39: What To Do If
Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, check the following points. Symptom No power to the appliance. Appliance cools too much. The temperature in the refrigerator/ freezer is too high. Temperature display shows a square or a letter. Warning tone sounds, red warning display is flashing. -
Page 40: Regulations, Standards, Guidelines
Symptom Excessive build up of frost. The compressor runs continuously 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. -
Page 41: Technical Terminology
This appliance is in accordance with the following EU guidelines: – 73/23/EWG dated 19 February 1973 - low voltage guidelines. – 89/336/EWG dated 3 May 1989 (including guideline change notice 92/31/EWG) - EMV guideline Technical Terminology • Refrigerant Liquids that can be used to a generate a cooling effect are known as refrigerants. -
Page 42: Guarantee Conditions
Guarantee Conditions Standard Guarantee Conditions We, AEG, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this AEG appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that: •... -
Page 43: Service & Spare Parts
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. - Page 44 From 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.