AEG S 75448 Kgr User Manual

							SANTO 75448 KGR
SANTO 75448 KGL
User manual Fridge-Freezer
 
						

							Thank you for choosing one of our high-quality products.
To ensure optimal and regular performance of your appliance please read this
instruction manual carefully. It will enable you to navigate all processes perfectly
and most efficiently. To refer to this manual any time you need to, we
recommend you to keep it in a safe place. And please pass it to any future owner
of the appliance.
We wish you much joy with your new appliance.
CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION   3
Children and vulnerable people safety
 3
General safety    3
Daily Use    4
Care and cleaning    4
Installation    4
Service    5
CONTROL PANEL   5
Display    6
Switching on     6
Switching off     6
Switching off the fridge    7
Switching on the fridge    7
Temperature regulation    7
Child Lock function     7
Holiday function    8
COOLMATIC function     8
Drinks Chill function     8
FROSTMATIC function     9
High temperature alarm    9
FIRST USE   10
Cleaning the interior     10
DAILY USE   10
Movable shelves    10
Positioning the door shelves     10
Bottle rack    10
Vegetable drawer with humidity control
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Air cooling    11Freezing fresh food    12
Storage of frozen food     12
Frozen Food Calendar    12
Ice-cube production    12
Thawing    13
HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS   13
Hints for energy saving    13
Hints for fresh food refrigeration     13
Hints for refrigeration     14
Hints for freezing    14
Hints for storage of frozen food     14
CARE AND CLEANING   15
Periodic cleaning    15
Replacing the Taste Guard filter    15
Defrosting of the refrigerator    16
Defrosting of the freezer    16
Periods of non-operation    16
WHAT TO DO IF…   17
Replacing the lamp    18
Closing the door    18
TECHNICAL DATA   19
INSTALLATION   19
Positioning    19
Location    19
Electrical connection     20
Rear spacers     20
Door reversibility    20
ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS   20
Subject to change without notice
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							 SAFETY INFORMATION
In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first
using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To
avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using
the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features. Save these
instructions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so
that everyone using it through its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety.
For the safety of life and property keep the precautions of these users instructions as the
manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by omission.
Children and vulnerable people safety
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Keep all packaging well away from children. There is risk of suffocation.
• If you are discarding the appliance pull the plug out of the socket, cut the connection
cable (as close to the appliance as you can) and remove the door to prevent playing
children to suffer electric shock or to close themselves into it.
• If this appliance featuring magnetic door seals is to replace an older appliance having
a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure to make that spring lock unusable be-
fore you discard the old appliance. This will prevent it from becoming a death trap for
a child.
General safety
CAUTION!
Keep ventilation openings clear of obstruction.
• The appliance is intended for keeping foodstuff and/or beverages in a normal house-
hold as explained in this instruction booklet.
• Do not use a mechanical device or any artificial means to speed up the thawing process.
• Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers) inside of refrigerat-
ing appliances, unless they are approved for this purpose by the manufacturer.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the ap-
pliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is never-
theless flammable.
During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that none of the
components of the refrigerant circuit become damaged.
If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged:
– avoid open flames and sources of ignition
– thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated
• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. Any dam-
age to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire and/or electric shock.Safety information
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							WARNING!
Any electrical component (power cord, plug, compressor) must be replaced by a certified
service agent or qualified service personnel.
1. Power cord must not be lengthened.
2. Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the back of the
appliance. A squashed or damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.
3. Make sure that you can come to the mains plug of the appliance.
4. Do not pull the mains cable.
5. If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. There is a risk of
electric shock or fire.
6.
You must not operate the appliance without the lamp cover
1) of interior lighting.
• This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.
• Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp/
wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.
•
Bulb lamps
2) used in this appliance are special purpose lamps selected for household
appliances use only. They are not suitable for household room illumination.
Daily Use
• Do not put hot pot on the plastic parts in the appliance.
• Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the appliance, because they may explode.
•
Do not place food products directly against the air outlet on the rear wall.
3)
• Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been thawed out.
• Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food manufacturers in-
structions.
• Appliances manufacturers storage recommendations should be strictly adhered to. Re-
fer to relevant instructions.
• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment as it creates pres-
sure on the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the appli-
ance.
• Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the appliance.
Care and cleaning
• Before maintenance, switch off the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the
mains socket.
• Do not clean the appliance with metal objects.
• Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance. Use a plastic scraper.
• Regularly examine the drain in the refrigerator for defrosted water. If necessary, clean
the drain. If the drain is blocked, water will collect in the bottom of the appliance.
Installation
For electrical connection carefully follow the instructions given in specific paragraphs.
1) If the lamp cover is foreseen
2) If the lamp is foreseen
3) If the appliance is Frost Free
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							• Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it. Do not connect the appli-
ance if it is damaged. Report possible damages immediately to the place you bought
it. In that case retain packing.
• It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the appliance to allow the
oil to flow back in the compressor.
• Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads to overheat-
ing. To achieve sufficient ventilation follow the instructions relevant to installation.
• Wherever possible the back of the product should be against a wall to avoid touching
or catching warm parts (compressor, condenser) to prevent possible burn.
• The appliance must not be located close to radiators or cookers.
• Make sure that the mains plug is accessible after the installation of the appliance.
•
Connect to potable water supply only.
4)
Service
• Any electrical work required to do the servicing of the appliance should be carried out
by a qualified electrician or competent person.
• This product must be serviced by an authorized Service Centre, and only genuine spare
parts must be used.
Environment Protection
This appliance does not contain gasses which could damage the ozone layer, in either its
refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. The appliance shall not be discarded together
with the urban refuse and rubbish. The insulation foam contains flammable gases: the
appliance shall be disposed according to the applicable regulations to obtain from your
local authorities. Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially at the rear near the heat
exchanger. The materials used on this appliance marked by the symbol 
 are recyclable.
CONTROL PANEL
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1Fridge temperature colder button
2Fridge temperature warmer button
3ON/OFF button
OK button
4Freezer temperature warmer button
5Display
4) If a water connection is foreseen
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							6Freezer temperature colder button
7Mode button
It is possible to change predefined sound of buttons to a loudly one by pressing to-
gether MODE 
7 and MINUS 6 for some seconds. Change is reversible.
Display
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1Fridge temperature indicator
2Holiday function
3Fridge Off
4Freezer Off
5Freezer temperature indicator
6Alarm indicator
7Drink Chill function
8FROSTMATIC function
9COOLMATIC function
10Child Lock function
Switching on
To switch on the appliance do these steps:
1. Connect the mains plug to the power socket.
2. Press the ON/OFF button if the display is off.
3. The alarm buzzer could operate after few seconds.
To reset the alarm refer to High temperature alarm.
4. The temperature indicators show the set default temperature.
To select a different set temperature refer to Temperature regulation.
Switching off
To switch off the appliance do these steps:
1. Press the ON/OFF button for 5 seconds.
2. The display switches off.
3. Switch off the fan (see Air Cooling).
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							4. To disconnect the appliance from the power disconnect the mains plug from the pow-
er socket.
Switching off the fridge
To switch off the fridge:
1. Press the Mode button until the corresponding icon appears.
The Fridge Off indicator flashes.
The fridge indicator shows dashes.
2. Press the OK button to confirm.
3. The fridge Off indicator is shown.
Switching on the fridge
To switch on the fridge:
1. Press the fridge temperature regulator.
Or:
1. Press the Mode button until the corresponding icon appears.
The Fridge Off indicator flashes.
2. Press the OK button to confirm.
3. The fridge Off indicator goes off.
To select a different set temperature refer to Temperature regulation.
Temperature regulation
The set temperature of the fridge and of the freezer may be adjusted by pressing the
temperature regulators.
Set default temperature:
• +5°C for the fridge
• -18°C for the freezer
The temperature indicators show the set temperature.
The set temperature will be reached within 24 hours.
After a power failure the set temperature remains stored.
Child Lock function
To lock the buttons from unintentional operation select the Child Lock function.
To switch on the function:
1. Press the Mode button until the corresponding icon appears.
2. The Child Lock indicator flashes.
3. Press the OK button to confirm.
The Child Lock indicator is shown.
To switch off the function:
1. Press the Mode button until the Child Lock indicator flashes.
2. Press the OK button to confirm.
3. The Child Lock indicator goes off.Control panel
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							Holiday function
This function allows you to keep the refrigerator closed and empty during a long holiday
period without the formation of a bad smell.
The fridge compartment must be empty with holiday function on.
To switch on the function:
1. Press the Mode button until the corresponding icon appears.
The Holiday indicator flashes.
The fridge temperature indicator shows the set temperature.
2. Press the OK button to confirm.
The Holiday indicator is shown.
To switch off the function:
1. Press the Mode button until the Holiday indicator flashes.
2. Press the OK button to confirm.
3. The Holiday indicator goes off.
The function switches off by selecting a different fridge set temperature.
COOLMATIC function
If you need to insert a large amount of warm food, for example after doing the grocery
shopping, we suggest activating the COOLMATIC function to chill the products more rap-
idly and to avoid warming the other food which is already in the refrigerator.
To switch on the function:
1. Press the Mode button until the corresponding icon appears.
The COOLMATIC indicator flashes.
The fridge temperature indicator shows the set temperature.
2. Press the OK button to confirm.
The COOLMATIC indicator is shown.
The COOLMATIC function shuts off automatically after approximately 6 hours.
To switch off the function before its automatic end:
1. Press the Mode button until the COOLMATIC indicator flashes.
2. Press the OK button to confirm.
3. The COOLMATIC indicator goes off.
The function switches off by selecting a different fridge set temperature.
Drinks Chill function
The Drinks Chill function is to be used as a safety warning when placing bottles in the
freezer compartment.
To switch on the function:
1. Press the Mode button until the corresponding icon appears.
The Drinks Chill indicator flashes.
The Timer shows the set value (30 minutes) for a few seconds.
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							2. Press the Timer regulator button to change the Timer set value from 1 to 90 minutes.
3. Press the OK button to confirm.
The Drinks Chill indicator is shown.
The Timer start to flash.
At the end of the countdown the Drinks Chill indicator flashes and an audible alarm sounds:
1. Remove the drinks contained in the freezer compartment.
2. Switch off the function.
To switch off the function:
1. Press the Mode button until the Drinks Chill indicator flashes.
2. Press the OK button to confirm.
3. The Drinks Chill indicator goes off.
It is possible to deactivate the function at any time.
FROSTMATIC function
It is possible to place the fresh food to be frozen in all compartments except the lowest.
To switch on the function:
1. Press the Mode button until the corresponding icon appears.
The FROSTMATIC indicator flashes.
The freezer temperature indicator shows 
 symbol.
2. Press the OK button to confirm.
The FROSTMATIC indicator is shown.
An animation starts.
This function stops automatically after 52 hours.
To switch off the function before its automatic end:
1. Press the Mode button until the FROSTMATIC indicator flashes.
2. Press the OK button to confirm.
3. The FROSTMATIC indicator goes off.
The function switches off by selecting a different freezer set temperature.
High temperature alarm
An increase in the temperature in the freezer compartment (for example due to an earli-
er power failure) is indicated by:
• flashing the alarm and freezer temperature indicators
• sounding of buzzer.
To reset the alarm:
1. Press any button.
2. The buzzer switches off.
3. The freezer temperature indicator shows the highest temperature reached for a few
seconds. Then show again the set temperature.
4. The alarm indicator continue to flash until the normal conditions are restored.
When the alarm has returned the alarm indicator goes off.Control panel
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							FIRST USE
Cleaning the interior
Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the interior and all internal accesso-
ries with lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a
brand-new product, then dry thoroughly.
Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the finish.
DAILY USE
Movable shelves
The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a
series of runners so that the shelves can be posi-
tioned as desired.
Positioning the door shelves
To permit storage of food packages of various sizes, the door shelves can be placed at
different heights.
Bottle rack
Place the bottles (with the opening facing front)
in the pre-positioned shelf.
If the shelf is positioned horizontally, place only
closed bottles.
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