AEG A 70318 Gs Operating Instructions

							ARCTIS
Electronic Freezer
Operating Instructions   
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Dear Customer,
Before placing your new 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.
1 Notes which are important for your safety or for the proper 
functioning of the appliance are stressed with a warning triangle and/
or with signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Important!). Please observe 
the following carefully.
0 1.This symbol and numbered instructions guide you step by step in the 
operation of the appliance.
2......
3 Supplementary information regarding operation and practical 
applications of the appliance appear after this symbol.
2 Tips and notes concerning economical and environmentally sound use 
of the appliance are marked with the cloverleaf.
Explanations of the technical terminology used in the operating 
instructions can be found at the end in the section Technical 
Terminology.
The operating instructions contain instructions for the correction of 
possible malfunctions by the user in the section What to do if .... If 
these instructions should not be sufficient, please contact your local 
AEG Service Force Centre.
If you require assistance or advice on your appliance, please contact 
our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone: 
Customer Care Department
AEG Domestic Appliances 
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire SL 1 1DZ
Tel: 08705 350350
Printed on paper manufactured with environmentally sound processes.
he who thinks ecologically acts accordingly ...
 
						

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Contents
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Environmental Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Old Appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Appliance Transport  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fitting the Door  Handle  . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8
Installation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation Location  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
The freezer needs ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Appliance Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Electrical Connection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Reversing the door  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
View of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cold accumulation block  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Temperature setting buttons  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Temperature display  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
FROSTMATIC-button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
ALARM OFF button  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Prior to Initial Start–Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Initial use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Temperature Adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Opening the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Switching the Appliance Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Control and Information Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Open Door-Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Temperature Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Temperature Memory  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Function Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
 
						

							Contents
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Freezing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Frozen Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Preparation of Ice Cubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Storage Goods Symbols/Freezing Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Maximum Load. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Hints and Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Normal Operating Sounds  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Food Storage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Energy Saving Advice  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Maintenance and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
What to do if .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Correcting Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Replacing the light bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Regulations, Standards, Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Technical Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Guarantee Conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Service & Spare Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
 
						

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1 Important Safety Instructions
These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure 
that you understand them all before installing or using this appli-
ance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure 
about any of the meanings of these warnings contact the Customer 
Care Department.
Prior to Installation
• Check the freezer for transport damage. Under no circumstances 
should a damaged appliance be installed! In the event of damage, 
please contact your retailer.
Installation
 This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it. 
 It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this 
product in any way.
 Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply 
cable. If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by a cable 
available from your local Service Force Centre.
 Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the 
back of the fridge/freezer. A damaged power plug may overheat and 
cause a fire.
 If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. There 
is a risk of electric shock or fire. 
 Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried 
out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
 Parts which heat up should not be exposed. Whenever possible, the 
back of the appliance should be close to a wall, but leaving the 
required distance for ventilation, as stated in the installation instruc-
tions.
 The appliance should be left for 2 hours after installation before it is 
turned on, in order to allow the refrigerant to settle.
Refrigerant
The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant 
circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmen-
tal compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable.
 During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain 
that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become dam-
aged.
 
						

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 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.
 Keep packaging material away from children! (There is a risk of suffo-
cation!) 
During Use
 This appliance is designed for domestic use only, specifically for the 
storage of edible foodstuffs only. It is not intended for commercial or 
industrial use. 
 Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low tempera-
tures. Do not store any containers with flammable materials such as, 
spray cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc in the freezer.
 Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has thawed out.
 Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer.
 Ice lollies can cause ’frost/freezer burns’ if consumed straight from 
the freezer compartment.
 Do not remove items from the freezer compartment if your hands are 
damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
 Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer. They can burst 
when the contents freeze.
 Manufacturers´ recommended storage times should be adhered to. 
Refer to relevant instructions.
Maintenance and Cleaning
 Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance and disconnect from 
the electrical supply.
 When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not 
pull on the cable. Damage to the cord may cause a short circuit, fire 
and/or electric shock.
Servicing
 This product should be serviced by an authorised engineer and only 
genuine spare parts should be used.
 Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance 
yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause 
injury or serious malfunctioning. 
Contact your local AEG Service Force Centre.
 
						

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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 inte-
rior.
>PS< for polystyrene foam, e.g. the pads, which are pure hydrocarbon 
compounds and can be recycled.
The carton parts are made from recycled paper. Please dispose of the 
packaging with due care for the environment.
Old Appliances
When disposing of your old appliance:
Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the cable and remove any 
door catches to ensure small children cannot be trapped inside.
Help to keep your country tidy - use an authorised disposal site.
Appliance Transport
Two persons are required for transport of the appliance. There are two 
recessed handles at the front of the base and at the back of the appli-
ance at the top for improved gripping.
0 1.Grip the appliance with the recessed handles positioned as in the draw-
ing, and transport the appliance.
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 
then transferred to the back wheels and the appliance can be easily 
pushed. 
 
						

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Before Use 
Packaging 
0 1.Remove all adhesive tape and packaging  from the interior of the appli-
ance.
3 Any remnants of adhesive can be removed with white spirit.
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. Dry the appliance thoroughly.
Fitting the Door Handle
1 Caution! Do not overtighten the screws (max. 2 Nm) as you may 
damage the door handles.
0 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).
 
						

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2.Fit the top handle bracket on the 
top left-hand side of the door (3) 
and screw the handle rod to the 
bottom handle bracket (4). 
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;
– only be installed at a location whose ambient temperature 
corresponds to the climate classification, for which the appliance is 
designed.
The climate classification can be found on the rating plate, which is 
located at the left on the inside of the appliance.
The following table shows which ambient temperature is correct for 
each climate classification:
Climate classificationfor an ambient temperature of
SN+10 to +32 °C
N+16 to +32 °C
ST+18 to +38 °C
T+18 to +43 °C
 
						

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The 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 
under, for example, a hanging cabinet, a 
clearance of at least 10 cm between the 
top of the appliance and the cabinet 
above it must be maintained.
Please check whether, after installing 
your appliance and especially after 
reversing the door, the door seal fits 
tightly. A badly fitting door seal may lead to heavy frosting and a 
higher power consumption (see also “Something not working“).
Remove the two wall spacers from 
the appliance accessories pack and, 
in accordance with the illustrations, 
place them at the top of the rear of 
the appliance so that the distance 
from the wall required for the neces-
sary ventilation is ensured. 
Appliance Alignment
0 1.The appliance must be level. Please compensate for unevenness in the 
floor by turning the two adjustable feet at the front.