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"Something not working". If these instructions should not be sufficient, please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre. Printed on paper manufactured with environmentally sound processes. he who thinks ecologically acts accordingly ...
Important Safety Instructions The safety aspects of our refrigerators comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. Nevertheless, we con- sider it our obligation to make you aware of the following safety infor- mation: Intended use • The refrigerator is designed for domestic use. It is suitable for cooling bottles of wine.
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• Refrigerators may only be repaired by qualified service engineers. Improper repairs can give rise to significant hazards. If your appliance needs repairing, please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre. 818 36 92-01/4...
Environmental Information Packaging material The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recy- cled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc. Please dispose of the packaging materials in the appropriate container at the community waste disposal facilities. Old appliance The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this...
Appliance Transport Two people are required to transport the appliance. Two handles are provided on the back of the appliance at the top to enable a better hold. Before transporting, the plinth cover must be removed to prevent damage. 1. Open the door. To remove the plinth cover from the stops, tilt downwards slightly and then pull forwards.
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. Dry the appliance thoroughly. Installation Installation Location The appliance should be installed in a well ventilated, dry room.
Installation 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 installed under a hanging cabinet, a clearance of at least 10 cm between the top of the appliance and the cabinet above it must...
Warning: To avoid potential danger, if the mains connection lead of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by our customer service representative or a person with similar qualifications. Warning: Under no circumstances should the appliance be connected to electronic “power saving plugs” or to a.c.-d.c. converters which con- vert direct current to 230 V alternating current (e.g., solar installations, ship networks) Mounting the door handle...
Changing over the Door Hinges The door hinges can be changed if required to suit the location where the appliance is installed. Warning! Unplug from the mains, before reversing the door. 1. Open the door. To remove the plinth cover from the stops, tilt downwards slightly and then pull forwards.
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Changing over the Door Hinges 5. Carefully slide the door onto the top bearing pivot and close. 6. Place the lower door bearing with the bearing pivot in the lower left of the door and fasten. 7. Move the door handle from the left to the right, remove the hole cover pins (1) and cover the remaining holes with the...
Appliance Description View of Appliance á Control panel à Interior light â Shelves ä Storage box ã Rating plate Control panel 1 ON/OFF button 2 Temperature indicator 3 Buttons for setting the temperature 4 Button for interior light 5 WARNING OFF button with red warning light 818 36 92-01/4...
Appliance Description Buttons for Adjusting the Temperature The temperature is adjusted using the „+“ (WARMER) and „-“ (COLDER) 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 display of the DESIRED temperature (Temperature display flashes) by pressing one of the two buttons, „+“...
Interior lighting Using this button the interior light can be switched on when the door is closed. This means the contents of the wine cooler can be checked over without having to open the door. The interior light automatically switches itself off after 5 minutes.
Temperature Adjustment With the „+“ (WARMER) or „-“ (COLDER) buttons for temperature adjustment the desired temperatures in the refrigerator can be adjusted. 1. Press either the „+“ (WARMER) or „-“ (COLDER) button. The temperature display switches over and the DESIRED temperature currently set flashes on the temperature display.
Switching the Appliance off 1. To switch off, press the ON/OFF button for approx. one second. The fridge will switch off. The temperature display will go off. The appliance is only completely disconnected from the electricity supply when the power plug has been removed from the power outlet. Note: The appliance cannot be switched on or off if unplugged, or if there is no power being supplied to it.
Storage in the wine cooler The temperature in the middle section of the refrigerater is displayed by the temperature indicator. The temperatures in the top section are a little warmer, in the bottom section a little colder. The temperature differences in the top and the bottom may be approx.
Storage tips: • Store bottles horizontally so that the corks do not dry out. • Store wine in the dark. • Do not shake bottles. The location in which the wine cooler is installed should be as vibration-free as possible, •...
Cleaning and Maintenance For hygienic reasons the appliance interior, including interior accesso- ries, should be cleaned regularly. Warning! • The appliance may not be connected to the mains during cleaning. Danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or turn out the circuit breaker or fuse.
What to do if ... Correcting Malfunctions A malfunction may be caused by only a minor fault that you can rectify yourself using the following instructions. Do not perform any other work on the appliance if the following information does not provide assistance in your specific case.
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What to do if ... Malfunction Possible Cause Remedy Switch off alarm using Red warning light flashing, Door has been open longer WARNING OFF button Do alarm sounds. than 5 minutes. not leave the door open longer than necessary. Contact Customer Service Department.
18 mm, this will ensure a good seat on the rubber seal. Where to purchase: specialist retailer or AEG customer service. 1. To switch the appliance off press the ON/OFF button. 2. Unplug the mains plug. 3. To change the bulb, press the catch...
Noises during Operation The following noises are characteristic of refrigeration appliances: • Clicks Whenever the compressor switches on or off, a click can be heard. • Humming As soon as the compressor is in operation, you can hear it humming. •...
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.
Customer Service If you cannot find the remedy for a malfunction in these operating instructions, please contact your dealer or our customer service depart- ment. Addresses and telephone numbers are listed in the accompanying booklet "Guarantee Conditions/Customer Service Locations". Selective ordering of replacement parts can save unnecessary travel and costs.