AEG A 75248 Ga Operating Instructions

							ARCTIS 75248 GA
Electronic Freezer no_frost
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.
These operating instructions describe the freezer part of your side-by-
side combination fridge-freezer.
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
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installation Location  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
The freezer needs ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Appliance Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Electrical Connection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Opening the door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
The no-frost (frost free) system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Description of the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
View of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Cold accumulation block  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Temperature setting buttons  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Temperature display  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
FROSTMATIC-button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
ALARM OFF button  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Prior to Initial Start–Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Initial use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Temperature Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Switching the Appliance Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Control and Information Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Open Door Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Temperature Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Temperature memory  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Function Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
 
						

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Opening the door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Freezing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Frozen Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Preparation of Ice Cubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Storage Goods Symbols/Freezing Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Maximum Load. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Hints and Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Normal Operating Sounds  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Food Storage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Energy Saving Advice  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Maintenance and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Internal Cleaning   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
External Cleaning   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
What to do if .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Correcting Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Replacing the light bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Regulations, Standards, Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Technical Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Guarantee Conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Service & Spare Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
 
						

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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 appliance. 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-
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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.
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 to transport 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.
Installation
The position of the freezer part and the fridge part in the combination 
fridge-freezer can be decided by the customer. However the final 
assembly of the appliance or a later change in the position of the 
freezer and fridge must be carried out by the AEG Customer Care 
Department. 
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.
 
						

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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:
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 fit-
ting door seal may lead to heavy frosting 
and a higher power consumption (see also 
“What to do if ...“).
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. 
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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Electrical Connection
Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried 
out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
1 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. The rating plate is 
inside, on the left.
The appliance is supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted. In the event of 
having to change the fuse in the plug supplied, a 13 amp ASTA 
approved (BS 1362) fuse must be used.
Important
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the follow-
ing code:
Green and Yellow Earth
Blue Neutral
Brown Live
As the colours of the wires in the 
mains lead of this appliance may 
not correspond with the coloured 
markings indentifying the termi-
nals in your plug, proceed as fol-
lows:
1. The wire coloured green and 
yellow must be connected to 
the terminal marked with the 
letter “E“ or by the earth sym-
bol   or coloured green and yellow.
2. The wire coloured blue must be connected to the terminal “N“ or 
coloured black.
3. The wire coloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked 
“L“ or coloured red.
4. Upon completion there must be not cut, or stray strands of wire 
present and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheat.
1 Warning! A cut-off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious 
safety (shock) hazard. Ensure that the cut-off plug is disposed of safely.
BlueGreen 
& Yellow
Brown
Cord Clamp