AEG Su 96040 5i Operating And Installation Instructions

							
Interior Accessories
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Variable Storage Box
Some models are equipped with a variable storage
box which is fitted under a door shelf compartment
and can be slid sideways.
The variable box can be hung from a storage shelf in the refrigerator
compartment:

1.Pull the storage shelf forward until it
can be tipped up or down and removed.
2. Hang the retaining bracket on the taper
on the storage shelf and slide the stor-
age shelf back into the guides.

Your appliance is equipped with two
half size glass storage shelves.
Storing tall items:

Slide the front half of the Vario stor-
age shelf in another level to the rear.
By this means you will gain space to
place tall items on the storage shelf
below.
Bottle Holder
Some models are equipped with a bottle
holder in the bottle compartment. This is
used to prevent individual bottles from
falling over and can be slid sideways.
 
						

							
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Correct storage
For physical reasons, there
are different temperature
regions in the fridge. The
coldest region is on the
lowest storage shelf.
Warmer regions are the
top storage shelf, the veg-
etable drawer and the
storage compartments on
the door.
The arrangement example
shows at which places in
the refrigerator are suit-
able temperatures for various types of foods exist.
Tip:Food in the fridge should always be covered or packaged, to pre-
vent drying and tainting of other food.
The following are suited for packaging:
– Polyethylene airtight bags and wraps;
– Plastic containers with lids;
– Special plastic covers with elastic;
– aluminium foil.
Freezing and storing frozen food
The freezer compartment is for freezing and storing food.
Important!
 The temperature in the freezer compartment must be –18°C or cold- er before freezing fresh food or storing food already frozen.
 Do not freeze too large a quantity at any one time (max. 2 kg per 24 hrs). The quality of the food is best preserved when it is frozen right
through to the core as quickly as possible.
 Allow warm food to cool down before freezing. The warmth will cause increased ice formation and increase the power consumption.
 Please note the maximum storage times specified by the manufac- turer.
 Thawed foods which have not been processed further (cooked into meals) may not under any circumstances be frozen a second time.
 
						

							
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1.All foods must be packed into airtight packages or containers prior to
freezing, so that they do not dry out or lose their flavour, and so that
no flavour contamination of other frozen goods occurs.
Caution! Do not touch frozen food with wet hands. Your hands could
stick to the food causing skin abrasions.
2. Lay the packaged food on the base of the freezer compartment.
Unfrozen food must not touch items already frozen, otherwise the
frozen food could begin to defrost.
Tips:
 The following are suited for the packaging of frozen goods:
– freezer bags and polyethylene wraps;
– special cans for frozen goods;
– extra–thick aluminium foil.
 The following are suitable for sealing bags and wrappings: plastic clips, rubber bands or tape.
 Smooth the air out of the bag before sealing; air makes it easier for the frozen food to dry out.
 Make flat packages, because these freeze more quickly.
 Do not fill cans for frozen goods to the brim with liquid or paste–like goods, because liquids expand during freezing.
Preparation of Ice Cubes


1. Fill the ice cube tray 3/4 full with cold water, place it in the freezer
compartment and leave to freeze.
2. To loosen the frozen cubes, either bend the ice cube tray or hold it
under running water for a few seconds.
Important! Never try to free an ice tray that is frozen to the freezer
compartment using pointed or sharp edged objects, since you may
damage the refrigerating circuit. Use the plastic scraper.
 
						

							
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Defrosting
The fridge defrosts automatically
The rear wall of the fridge covers with frost when the compressor is
running, and defrosts when the compressor is off. The water from the
thawing frost evaporates by itself.
Defrosting the freezer compartment
During use and when the freezer compartment door is opened, mois-
ture is deposited in the freezer compartment as frost. Remove this
frost from time to time with the soft plastic scraper. Under no circum-
stances use hard or pointed objects to remove frost.
The freezer compartment should always be defrosted when the layer of
frost has reached a thickness of approx. 4 mm; however at least once a
year. A good time for defrosting is when the appliance is empty or
contains only a small amount of food.
Warning! Do not use electrical heating appliances or any other mechanical or artificial devices to speed up the defrosting process, with the excep-
tion of those recommended in these operating instructions.
 Do not use defrosting sprays, they can be hazardous to your health and/or contain substances that damage plastics.
Caution! Do not touch frozen food with wet hands. Your hands could
stick to the food causing skin abrasions.

1. Remove frozen food, wrap it in several layers of newspaper and store
it, covered, in a cool place.
2. Switch off the appliance and unplug it, or disconnect from the elec-
tricity supply.
3. Remove the stopper from the melt-
water outlet and place a bowl under-
neath it to catch the meltwater.
Tip: You can speed up the defrosting
process by placing a pan with warm
water in the freezer compartment
and closing the doors. Remove pieces
of ice that have fallen before they
completely defrost.
4. After defrosting, thoroughly clean 
the freezer compartment ( see Cleaning and Care section).


 
						

							
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Cleaning and Care
For hygienic reasons the appliance interior, including interior acces-
sories, should be cleaned regularly.
Warning! The appliance must 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 disconnect
from the electricity supply.
 Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture could accumulate in electrical components and there is a danger of an
electrical shock. Hot vapours can lead to the damage of plastic parts.
 The appliance must be dry before it is placed back into service.
Important!  Ethereal oils and organic solvents can attack plastic parts, e.g.
– lemon juice or the juice from orange peals;
– butyric acid;
– cleansers which contain acetic acid. Do not allow such substances to come into contact with appliance 
parts.
 Do not use any abrasive cleansers.

1. Remove frozen food and the food from the refrigerator. Wrap frozen
food in several layers of newspaper. Store it in a cool place, well cov-
ered.
2. Defrost the freezer compartment prior to cleaning (see “Defrosting”
section).
3. Switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or dis-
connect from the electricity supply.
4. Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and luke-
warm water.
5. After cleaning wipe with fresh water and rub dry.
6. Check the water drain hole (F) under
the vegetable drawers of the fridge is
not blocked. Clear a blocked drain hole
with the aid of the green peg (P) in the
pack of accessories included with the
appliance.
7. After everything is dry place appliance
back into service.

S.I.011
P
F
 
						

							
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Energy Saving Tips
 Do not install the appliance near boilers, radiators or other sourcesof heat. High ambient temperatures cause longer, more frequent
operation of the compressor.
 Ensure sufficient air circulation and exhaust at the appliance base and at the back wall of the appliance. Never cover air vent openings.
 Do not place warm foods into the appliance. Allow warm foods to cool first.
 Do not leave the door open any longer than necessary.
 Do not set temperature any colder than necessary.
 Put frozen food in the fridge to defrost. The cold in the frozen food will then be used to cool the fridge.

An accumulation of dust will affect the performance of the appliance
and cause excessive electricity consumption. The structure of the appli-
ance permits you to clean the rear zone close to the wall, using a vac-
uum cleaner.

1. Remove the plinth (1), then the venti-
lation grid (2);
2. Carefully pull the air deflector out (3),
checking that there is no water left
from the defrosting.




 
						

							
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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.
Important!Repairs to refrigerators/freezers may only be performed by
competent service engineers. Improper repairs can give rise to significant
hazards for the user. If your appliance needs repairing, please contact your
specialist dealer or your local Service Force Centre.

SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
Appliance does not work.
Appliance is not switched
on.
Mains plug is not plugged
in or is loose.
Fuse has blown or is defec-
tive
Socket is defective.
Mains malfunctions are to
be corrected by an 
electrician.
Switch on the appliance.
Insert mains plug.
Check fuse, replace if nec-
essary.
The food is too warm.
Temperature is not proper-
ly adjusted.Please look in the “Initial
Start Up” section.
Door was open for an
extended period.
A large quantity of warm
food was placed in the
appliance within the last
24 hours.
The appliance is near a
heat source.
Do not leave the door open
any longer than nec essary.
Turn the thermostat knob
to a colder setting tem-
porarily.
Please look in the
“Installation location” section.
Temperature is set too
cold.Turn the thermostat knob
to a warmer setting tem-
porarily.The compressor runs con-
tinuously.
Light bulb is defective.Interior lighting does not
work.Please look in the “Changing
the Light Bulb” section.
Heavy build up of frost,
possibly also on the door
seal.Door seal is not airtight
(possibly after reversing
the door).
Carefully warm the leaking
sections of the door seal with
a hair dryer (on a cool set-
ting). At the same time shape
the warmed door seal by hand
such that it sits correctly.
 
						

							
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Changing the Light  Bulb
Warning! There is a risk of electric shocks! Before changing the light
bulb, switch off the appliance and unplug it, or disconnect from the
power supply. Light bulb data: 220-240 V, max. 15 W

1. To switch off the appliance, turn the thermostat knob to position 0.
2. Unplug the mains plug.
3. To change the light bulb, undo the
screw.
4. Press the light bulb cover as shown
and slide it backwards.
5. Change the defective light bulb.
6. Refit the light bulb cover and the
screw.
7. Put the refrigerator back into operation.


SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
The compressor does not
start immediately after
changing the temperature
setting.
This is normal, no error has
occurred.
Water in the bottom of
the cabinet.Water drain hole is
blocked.See the “Cleaning and
Care” section.
The compressor starts after
a period of time.
Regulations, Standards, Guidelines
This appliance was designed for household use and was manufactured
in accordance with the appropriate standards. The necessary measures
in accordance with appliance safety legislation regulations (GSG), acci-
dent prevention regulations for refrigeration appliances (VBG 20) and
the regulations of the German Society of Electrical Engineers (VDE)
were observed in the manufacture of this appliance.
The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks.
This appliance is in accordance with the following EU
guidelines:
– 73/23/EWG dated 19 February 1973 - low voltage guidelines.
– 89/336/EWG dated 3 May 1989 (including guideline change notice 92/31/EWG) - EMV guideline
 
						

							
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Service and Spare Parts
In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase
spare parts, please contact your local Service Force Centre by telephoning:
0870 5 929929
Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre
covering your post code area.
For address of your local Service Force Centre and further information about
Service Force, please visit the website at www
.serviceforce.co.uk.
Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have read details under the
heading “Something Not Working”.
When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to give following
details:
1. Your name, address and post code
2. Your telephone number
3. Clear and concise details of the fault
4. The model and serial number of the apliance. (found on the rating plate).
5. The purchase date
Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee documentation is
required for in-guarantee service calls.
Customer Care Department 
For general enquiries concerning your AEG-Electrolux appliance or for
futher information on AEG-Electrolux products, please contact our
Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below or
visit our website at www.aeg-electrolux.co.uk.Customer Care Department
AEG-Electrolux Major Appliances
Addington Way Luton
Bedfordshire LU4 9QQ
Tel: 08705 350 350*
*calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes
 
						

							
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GUARANTEE CONDITIONS
Standard guarantee conditions
We, AEG-Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this
AEG-Electrolux 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:
· The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity or gas supply sta-
ted on the rating plate.
· The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in accordance with
the manufacturers operating and maintenance instructions.
· The appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or tampered with by
any person not authorised by us.
· All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Service Force Centre.  Any
appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Companys property.
· This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights.
· Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Visits may be avai-
lable outside these hours in which case a premium will be charged.
Exclusions
This guarantee does not cover:
· Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the replacement of
any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.
· Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly installed or calls to
appliances outside the United Kingdom.
· Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which are
subject to rental agreements.
· Products of AEG-Electrolux  manufacture which are not marketed by AEG-Electrolux.
European Guarantee
If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you
to your new home subject to the following qualifications:
· The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product.
· The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts\
 as exists
in the new country of use for this brand or range of products.
· This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.
· Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.
· The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used dome-
stically, i.e. a normal household.
· The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country.
Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care centre, listed below, to give
them details of your new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is
aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliances.
France Senlis +33 (0)3 44 62 29 29
Germany Nürnberg +49 (0)800 234 7378
Italy Pordenone +39 (0)800 117511
Sweden Stockholm +46 (0)8 672 53 60
UK Luton +44 (0) 8705 350 350