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- Page 1 SANTO Electronic Refrigerator/Freezer Combination Operating Instructions 818 20 85 - 01/2...
- Page 2 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Installation Location ..........10 The refrigerator/freezer needs air ........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 Child Safety • Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the product. • Keep packaging material away from children! (There is a risk of suffocation!) During Use • This appliance is designed for domestic use only, specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs only.
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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: Appliance Transport
Appliance Transport Two persons are required to transport 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. - Page 9 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.
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Page 10: Fitting The Door Handles
Fitting the Door Handles Caution! Do not overtighten the screws (max. 2 Nm) as you may damage the door handles. 1. Screw the top handle bracket to the handle rod (1). Fit the bottom han- dle bracket on the lower left-hand side of the door (2). -
Page 11: The Refrigerator/Freezer Needs Air
The following table shows which ambient temperature is correct for each climate classification: Climate classification The refrigerator/freezer needs air Air is fed under the door through the vent slots in the base and is vented upwards along the back wall. To ensure proper air circulation never cover or alter the vent openings. -
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 4. Move the hinge bracket pivot from the right to the left hand hole. Remove the freezer com- partment door carefully to the front and place on one side. 5. Unscrew the centre door hinge bracket. 6. Remove the fridge compartment door carefully to the front and place on one side.
- Page 15 9. Unscrew the top handle bracket from the handle rod (1). Unscrew the bottom handle bracket from the door (2). 10. Unscrew the top handle bracket from the door (3) and screw onto the bottom right-hand side of the door (4). Caution! Do not use excessive force and overtighten the screws (max.
- Page 16 Reversing The Door 13. Carefully slide the fridge com- partment door onto the top hinge bracket pivot and close. 14. Slide the centre door hinge bracket into the bottom left of the fridge compartment door and fasten to the housing. 15.
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Page 17: Appliance Description
Appliance Description View of Appliance ➀ Control panel ➁ Butter and cheese compartment with lid ➂ Door storage compartments ➃ Variable storage box ➄ Bottle compartment/bottle rack ➅ Fruit and vegetable drawers ➆ Shelves ➇ Freezer drawer (only for storage) When defrosting the bottom drawer also serves as a water collecting vessel. -
Page 18: Freezer Tray With "Cold Accumulation Block
Appliance Description Freezer tray with "Cold Accumulation Block" A freezer tray with a cold accumula- tion block and two ice trays is included below the upper drawer in the freezer compartment. Refer to the section "Prior to Initial Start-Up" regarding the freezing of the cold accumulation block. -
Page 19: Control Panel
Temperature display for refrigerator Temperature setting button for refrigerator (for colder temperatures) COOLMATIC indicator light (yellow) • COOLMATIC for intensive cooling in the refrigerator COOLMATIC button ON/OFF indicator light for freezer compartment (green) ON/OFF button for freezer compartment Temperature setting button for 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: Prior To Initial Start-Up
Prior to Initial Start-Up Before connecting the appliance to the mains and putting it into ope- ration for the first time, leave the appliance to stand for 30 minutes if it was transported upright. After transport on its side, the appliance must be left to stand for 2 hours before putting it into operation. -
Page 22: Initial Start-Up
2. Press the WARNING OFF button to switch off the warning tone. 3. 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
Each time the button is pressed the temperature is adjusted by 1 °C. Note: From a food safety point of view, +5 °C for the refrigerator com- partment and -18 °C for the freezer compartment should be considered cold enough as a storage temperature. -
Page 24: Coolmatic/Frostmatic
MATIC/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 the Appliance Off Refrigerator and freezer compartments can be switched off independently of one another. 1. To switch off, hold down both the ON/OFF buttons for approx. 5 seconds. This will result in a countdown from "3" to "1" taking place in the temperature display. -
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
The system warns if: – the appliance door is open – the temperature in the refrigerator or freezer compartment is too high; – there are functional faults with the appliance. "Open Door" Warning... -
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 WARNING 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: Variable Inner Door
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. Variable Inner Door The door compartments can be pulled up and removed, and inserted at other positions as needed. -
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 suitable for the packaging of frozen goods: – freezer bags and polyethylene wraps; – plastic containers for frozen foods; – extra-thick aluminium foil • The following are suitable for sealing bags and wraps: plastic clips, rubber bands or adhesive tape. •... -
Page 34: Storage Goods Symbols/Freezing Calendar
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 2. Remove frozen goods, pack them in several layers of newspaper, cover them and store them in a cool place. 3. Switch off refrigerator and freezer and remove plug from the mains, or disconnect from the electricity supply. 4. Remove all the drawers. Remove the plinth (see "Reversing the Door"...
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Page 36: 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 37: Maintenance And Cleaning
3. Defrost the freezer compartment (see section: "Defrosting"). 4. Switch off refrigerator and freezer and remove plug from the mains, or disconnect from the electricity supply. 5. Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). -
Page 38: External Cleaning
Maintenance and Cleaning External Cleaning Warning! • Do not use abrasive products • There are sharp edges on the underside of the product so care should be taken when cleaning. 1. Use a normal household stainless steel cleaner to clean the stainless steel surface. -
Page 39: What To Do If
Please contact your local Service Force Centre for repairs or service. Symptom No power to the appliance. The temperature in the refrigerator/ freezer is too high. Temperature display shows a rectangle. Warning tone sounds, red warning display and freezer temperature display are flashing. -
Page 40: Regulations, Standards, Guidelines
Symptom Interior illumination does not function. Important: The interior lighting switches off automatically after 20 minutes. Water on the floor or on storage shelves. Excessive build up of frost. 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. -
Page 41: Technical Terminology
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. -
Page 42: Guarantee Conditions
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 AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www.aeg.hausgeraete.de © Copyright by AEG 818 2085 – 01/2 - 0403 Subject to change without notice...