This document is a user manual for Electrolux fridge-freezers, specifically models ERB34033X, ERB36033W, ERB36033X, and ERB40033X. It provides instructions in multiple languages, including Dutch, French, German, Spanish, and Turkish.
Function Description
These Electrolux appliances are fridge-freezers designed for storing fresh and frozen food. The refrigerator compartment is for fresh food, while the freezer compartment is for long-term storage of frozen items. The appliances feature a temperature regulator to adjust the cooling intensity for both compartments. Some models include a dedicated fresh food storage zone, which maintains a lower temperature than the rest of the refrigerator, ideal for items like fish, meat, and seafood.
Important Technical Specifications
The manual provides detailed technical specifications for the different models:
- Dimensions (Height x Width x Depth):
- ERB29033X/ERB29033W: 1540 mm x 595 mm x 632 mm
- ERB34033X/ERB34033W: 1750 mm x 595 mm x 632 mm
- ERB36033X/ERB36033W: 1850 mm x 595 mm x 632 mm
- ERB40033X/ERB40033W: 2010 mm x 595 mm x 632 mm
- Freezing Capacity: Not explicitly stated as a single value, but the "Time to rise" (Tijdsduur/Tiempo de elevación) is 20 hours for all models, indicating the duration the freezer can maintain safe temperatures in the event of a power failure.
- Climate Class/Ambient Temperature:
- SN: +10°C to +32°C
- N: +16°C to +32°C
- ST: +16°C to +38°C
- T: +16°C to +43°C
This indicates the range of ambient temperatures in which the appliance is designed to operate efficiently.
- Refrigerant: The appliance uses isobutane (R600a), a natural gas with a very low environmental impact.
- Electrical Connection: The appliance must be connected to a properly earthed socket. Voltage and frequency should match the rating plate.
Usage Features
- Initial Use: Before first use, the interior of the appliance and all internal accessories should be washed with lukewarm water and a neutral soap, then dried thoroughly.
- Temperature Regulation: The temperature is automatically regulated. The thermostat knob allows adjustment from "O" (off) to higher settings for colder temperatures. For faster freezing, the knob can be set to the highest setting.
- Freezing Fresh Food: Fresh food should be placed in the top compartment of the freezer for optimal freezing. For best results, the appliance should be run at the coldest setting for at least 2 hours before loading fresh food.
- Storing Frozen Food: When storing pre-frozen food, it's recommended to operate the appliance at the coldest setting for at least 2 hours before loading.
- Thawing: Frozen food can be thawed in the refrigerator compartment or at room temperature. Small pieces can even be cooked directly from frozen.
- Fresh Food Storage Zone: A dedicated fresh food storage zone is available for items like fish, meat, and seafood, located at the bottom of the refrigerator, above the vegetable drawer.
- Door Reversibility: The doors can be reversed to open from the opposite side, requiring specific tools and following detailed instructions provided in the manual. This involves disassembling hinges, spacers, and stoppers.
- Shelf Holders: The appliance is equipped with shelf retainers to secure shelves during transport. These can be removed and reinstalled as needed.
- Rear Spacers: The appliance comes with two spacers that must be fitted at the rear to ensure proper ventilation and prevent the appliance from touching the wall.
- Leveling: The appliance can be leveled using two adjustable feet at the front.
Maintenance Features
- Cleaning the Interior: Regular cleaning of the interior with lukewarm water and a neutral soap is recommended. Avoid abrasive cleaners or detergents.
- Defrosting the Refrigerator: The refrigerator compartment defrosts automatically. Water from the defrosting process flows into a special channel and then evaporates from a tray at the back of the appliance.
- Defrosting the Freezer: Manual defrosting is required for the freezer compartment when the frost layer reaches a thickness of 3-5 mm. To defrost, unplug the appliance, remove all food, and place it in a cool place. The manual suggests using a plastic scraper to remove ice and placing a bowl of hot (not boiling) water inside to speed up the process. The drainage channel should be cleaned.
- Care and Cleaning of the Exterior: The exterior can be cleaned with lukewarm water and a neutral soap.
- Replacing the Lamp: If the interior light bulb needs replacing, it should be done by a qualified technician or authorized service personnel.
- Troubleshooting: The manual includes a section on common operational noises (gurgling, bubbling, clicking) and explains that these are normal. It also advises on what to do in case of a power failure, emphasizing that food should be consumed quickly or cooked immediately if the freezer has defrosted.
- Environmental Concerns: The appliance is designed for recycling. The symbol on the product or packaging indicates that it should not be treated as household waste but should be taken to a collection point for recycling electrical and electronic equipment. The refrigerant used (R600a) is environmentally friendly.
- Safety Information: The manual stresses the importance of reading all safety instructions before installation and use. It warns against using mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, damaging the refrigerant circuit, and storing flammable materials. It also provides specific warnings regarding children's safety and electrical connections.
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