Refrigeration User Manual Top Mount, Bottom Mount
Congratulations Contents Dear customer, Congratulations and thank you for choosing our refrigerator. We are sure you will find your new refrigerator a pleasure to use. Before you use the refrigerator we recommend that you read through the relevant sections of this manual, which provides a description of your refrigerator and its functions. Important safety instructions Warnings...........................................................................................
Important safety instructions Note: You must read these warnings carefully before installing or using the refrigerator. If you need assistance, contact your customer care centre. The manufacturer will not accept liability, should these instructions or any other safety instructions incorporated in this book be ignored.
Top mount refrigerator features Ice cube tray Freezer temperature control Refer to the section “Temperature control Top Mount” for details on using this feature. Freezer door bin The door bin can be removed by lifting it up over the support lugs. To replace, push down over the support lugs to lock in place. Glass Shelf FlexStor™ door bins LED lighting Slide FlexStor™ bins to meet different storage needs. To remove, lift and tilt. To replace, tilt the top and push down until locked in place.
Bottom mount refrigerator features LED lighting Your refrigerator is fitted with LED lighting. FlexStor™ bins Slide FlexStor™ bins to meet different storage needs. To remove, lift and tilt. To replace, tilt the top and push down until locked in place. SpillSafe glass shelves ™ The glass shelves improve visibility and isolate leaks- preventing spills from dripping down to the shelves below.
Installing your new appliance Unpacking Installing your refrigerator 1. environmentTIPS ENVIRONMENTAL Most of the packing materials are recyclable. Please dispose of those materials through your local recycling depot or by placing them in appropriate collection containers. TIPS & INFORMATION important Check for any damages or marks. If you find the refrigerator is damaged or marked, you must report it within 7 days should you wish to claim for damage/ marks under the manufacturers warranty.
Using your refrigerator 5. If you find your refrigerator rocks from corner to corner, it means your floor is uneven. Find a piece of plastic or hardboard etc. and pack it firmly under the roller. Refrigerators work by transferring heat from the food inside to the outside air. This operation makes the back and sides of the refrigerator feel warm or even hot particularly at start-up and on warm days – this is normal. 6. You may now need to fine-tune the installation by repeating steps 3, 4 and 5.
Removing features Temperature control Crisper Bin Removal (standard Crisper Bins): If you want to change the temperature, ensure that you make only small adjustments and wait 24 hours to see if it’s correct to your liking. 1. Empty food from the crisper. On some models it will be necessary to remove the bottle storage bins. Top mount freezer temperature adjustment 2. Remove the crisper bin(s) by pulling forward, then up and forward again. 3.
Cleaning your refrigerator If you want to change the temperature, ensure that you make only small adjustments and wait 24 hours to see if it’s correct to your liking. Bottom mount refrigerator temperature adjustment 1. Select the refrigerator control. 2. Slide the control to the left to set it to less cold. 3. Slide the control to the right to set colder WARNING warning BEFORE CLEANING: Turn the refrigerator off at the power point and unplug the cord to prevent any chance of electrocuting yourself.
Food storage guide Category Product Refrigerator Freezer Storage Tips Meat Sausages and Mince 1-2 Days 2-3 Months Chops and Steak 3-4 Days 4-6 Months Keep cold meat at the back of the refrigerator where it is coldest. Cold Meats 3-5 Days 4-6 Months Roasts 3-5 Days 12 Months Chicken 1-2 Days 2 Months Roast Chicken 3-5 Days 12 Months Eggs 6 Weeks Not Suitable Poultry Plastic can cause meat to sweat if stored in refrigerator for more than a day.
Troubleshooting Appliance does not operate at desired temperature In a modern frost free refrigerator / freezer, cold air is circulated around the various compartments through air vents using a high efficiency fan. Concern What to do Refrigerator is too warm Ensure food is allowed to cool before placing inside the refrigerator. Ensure the appliance is set up as per temperature control instructions. Ensure that contents are not obstructing the cooling vents.
Troubleshooting Refrigerator operation Concern What to do Appliance will not run. Ensure that the cord is plugged into a live power outlet and outlet is switched on. It is normal for the freezer fan not to operate during the automatic defrost cycle, or for a short time after the appliance is switched on. Ensure that the household circuit breaker has not tripped or that the fuse has not blown. Compressor motor seems to run too long. Ensure that the doors are not held open.
Troubleshooting Door operation Concern What to do Freezer door pops open. This is normal and should re-close. This happens when the refrigerator door is closed too quickly. If the freezer door stays open, it indicates that the appliance needs to be tilted backwards a little further. Refer to section “Installing your new appliance”. Self close not working. Check if your appliance has self closing hinges as not all models do. It indicates that the appliance needs to be tilted backwards a little further.
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Warranty FOR SALES IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND APPLIANCE: REFRIGERATION This document sets out the terms and conditions of the product warranties for Electrolux Appliances. It is an important document. Please keep it with your proof of purchase documents in a safe place for future reference should you require service for your Appliance. 1.
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