Electrolux LTB1AE24W0 Fridge Freezer User Manual

Electrolux LTB1AE24W0 Fridge Freezer

General Safety

• This appliance is for storing food and beverages only.
• This appliance is designed for single-household domestic use in an indoor environment.
• This appliance may be used in offices, hotel guest rooms, bed & breakfast guest rooms, farm guest houses, and other similar accommodations where such use does not exceed (average) domestic usage levels.
• Do not use water spray and steam to clean the appliance.
• Clean the appliance with a moist, soft cloth. Only use neutral
  detergents. Avoid using abrasive products, such as cleaning pads, solvents, or metal objects.
• When the appliance is empty for a long period, switch it off,
  defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mold from developing within the appliance.
• Do not store explosive substances, such as aerosol cans with flammable propellants, in this appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
  manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre, or similarly
  qualified persons to avoid a hazard.

INSTALLATION

Dimensions

the height, width, and depth of the appliance without the handle

the height, width, and depth of the appliance, including the handle, plus the space necessary for the free circulation of the cooling air

³ the height, width, and depth of the appliance, including the handle, plus the space necessary for the free circulation of the cooling air, plus the space necessary to allow the door to open to the minimum angle permitting the removal of all internal equipment

Location

This appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance. In the case of different installations from freestanding, respecting the space required in use dimensions, the appliance will function correctly, but energy consumption might increase slightly. To ensure the appliance’s best functionality, you should not install the appliance in a place with direct sunlight. Do not install the
appliance close to the heat source (oven, stoves, radiators, cookers, hoods, hobs, or extractor hobs) unless otherwise specified in the installation instructions. Make sure that air can circulate freely around the back of the cabinet.  This appliance should be installed in a dry, well-ventilated indoor position. To ensure the best performance, if the appliance is positioned below an overhanging wall unit,
the minimum distance between the top of the cabinet shall be maintained. Ideally, however, the appliance should not be positioned below overhanging wall units. One or more adjustable feet at the base of the cabinet ensure that the appliance stands level.

Electrical connection

• Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the rating plate correspond to your domestic power
  supply.
• The appliance must be earthed. The power supply cable plug is provided with a contact for this purpose. If the domestic power supply socket is not earthed, connect the appliance to a separate earth in compliance with current regulations.
  Consult a qualified electrician.
• The manufacturer declines all responsibility if the above safety
  Precautions are not observed.

Rear spacers

In the bag with the documentation, two spacers must be fitted as shown in the figure. If you position the appliance against a wall in a freestanding installation, install the rear spacers to guarantee the maximum possible distance.

Door reversibility

1. Make sure the appliance stands upright.
2. Open both doors and remove the door equipment. Refer to the “Daily Use” chapter. Close the doors.
3. Use a thin-blade screwdriver to remove the screw hole cover (A) and the upper hinge cover (B). Put them aside.
4. Unscrew the screws of the right upper hinge. Support the upper door with your hand. Remove the upper hinge, reverse it, screw the screws and the pin to it. Put the hinge aside
5. Carefully lift the upper door from the middle hinge to remove it. Place the upper door on a soft surface. Be careful not to lose washers that may stick to the door.
6. Unscrew the screw (B) and the “stop block” (A) and screw them on the opposite side of the door.
7. Unscrew the screws from the middle hinge. Remove the middle hinge and put it aside together with the screws. Be careful not to lose washers that may stick to the door.
8. Place the lower door on a soft surface.
9. Unscrew the screw (B) and the “stop block” (A) and screw them on the opposite side of the door.
10. Remove the hole cover of the middle hinge and put it in the holes on the opposite side.
11. Tilt the appliance carefully on soft foam packaging or similar material to avoid any damage to the back of the appliance and
    the floor.
12. Remove both adjustable feet and unscrew the screws of the lower hinge.
13. Reverse the lower hinge to the other side of the appliance, screw it with screws, and install adjustable feet.
14. Install the lower door by placing the bottom door hole on the bottom hinge pin.
15. . Install the middle hinge on the left side of the appliance by reversing its original position.
16. Fit the upper hole of the lower door on the middle hinge pin. Tighten the screws.
17. Install the upper door by fitting the lower hole of the door on the middle hinge pin.
18. Put the upper hinge on the left top side of the appliance. Supporting the door with your hand, put the hinge pin into the upper hole of the upper door. Tighten the screws of the upper hinge.
19. Take out the upper hinge cover (A) from the bag. Install it on the upper hinge. Place the screw hole cover (B) on the top right
    side of the appliance where screw holes are

OPERATION

Control panel

1. Temperature indicator
2. Super Freeze indicator
3. Control button

Switching on
Insert the plug into the wall socket.

Switching off
To turn off the appliance, remove the plug from the power socket.

Temperature regulation
To set the temperature, press the Control button repeatedly until you reach the desired temperature. The recommended set temperature is:

• +4°C for the fridge.

The temperature range may vary between 2°C and 8°C for the fridge.

Choose the setting, keeping in mind that the temperature inside the appliance depends on:

• room temperature,
• frequency of opening the door,
• quantity of food stored,
• Appliance location.

The temperature indicators show the set temperature.

Super Freeze function
The Super Freeze function performs pre-freezing and fast freezing in sequence in the freezer compartment. This function accelerates the freezing of fresh food and, at the same time, protects foodstuffs already stored from warming up.

DAILY USE

Removing and installing the door shelf

To remove the door shelf:

1. Hold the left side of the shelf.
2. Lift the right side of the shelf until it comes free from the fastener.
3. Lift the left side of the shelf and remove it.

To put the shelf back in:

1. Place the shelf flat on the door.
2. Push two sides of the shelf downwards at the same time so that the shelf fits both fasteners.

Movable shelves
The walls of the refrigerator compartment are equipped with a series of runners so that the shelves can be positioned as desired.

Vegetable drawer
There is a special drawer at the bottom of the appliance suitable for the storage of fruits and vegetables.

Freezing fresh food
The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time. To freeze fresh food, activate the Super Freeze function at least 24 hours before
placing the food to be frozen in the freezer compartment. Store the fresh food evenly distributed in the freezing compartment. The maximum amount of food that can be frozen without adding other fresh food during 24 hours is specified on the rating plate (a label located inside the appliance).

Storage of frozen food
When activating an appliance for the first time or after a period out of use, before putting the products in the compartment, let the appliance run for at least 3 hours with the Super Freeze function switched on.

Thawing
Deep-frozen or frozen food, before being used, can be thawed in the refrigerator compartment or at room temperature, depending on the time available for this operation. Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer: in this case, cooking will take longer.

Ice-cube tray
This appliance is equipped with one or more trays for the production of ice cubes.

HINTS AND TIPS

Hints for energy-saving

• Freezer: The internal configuration of the appliance is the one that ensures the most efficient use of energy.
• Fridge: The most efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration with the drawers in the bottom part of the
  appliance and shelves evenly distributed. The position of the door bins does not affect energy consumption.
• Do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than necessary.
• Freezer: The colder the temperature setting, the higher the energy consumption.
• Fridge: Do not set too high a temperature to save energy unless it is required by the characteristics of the food.
• If the ambient temperature is high and the temperature control is set to a low temperature, and the appliance is fully loaded, the compressor may run continuously, causing frost or ice formation on the evaporator. In this case, set the temperature control toward a higher temperature to allow automatic defrosting and to save energy this way.

Hints for freezing

• Activate the Super Freeze function for at least 24 hours before placing the food inside the freezer compartment.
• Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in aluminum foil, plastic film,m, or bags, and tight containers with lids.
• For more efficient freezing and thawing, divide food into small portions.
• It is recommended to put labels and dates on all your frozen food. This will help to identify foods and to know when they
  should be used before their deterioration.
• The food should be fresh when being frozen to preserve good quality. Especially fruits and vegetables should be frozen after the harvest to preserve all of their nutrients.
• Do not freeze bottles or cans with liquids, in particular drinks containing carbon dioxide – they may explode during freezing.
• Do not put hot food in the freezer compartment. Cool it in the room

Shelf life for the freezer compartment

Hints for fresh food refrigeration

• A good temperature setting that ensures the preservation of fresh food is a temperature less than or equal to +4°C. Higher temperature settings inside the appliance may lead to a shorter shelf life of food.
• Cover the food with packaging to preserve its freshness and aroma.
• Always use closed containers for liquids and for food, to avoid flavors or odors in the compartment.
• To avoid cross-contamination between cooked and raw food, cover the cooked food and separate it from the raw food.
• It is recommended to defrost the food inside the fridge.
• Do not insert hot food inside the appliance. Make sure it has cooled down to room temperature before inserting it.
• To prevent food waste, the new stock of food should always be placed behind the old one.

Hints for food refrigeration

• The fresh food compartment is the one marked (on the rating plate).
• Meat (all types): Wrap in a suitable packaging and place it on the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer. Store meat for at most 1-2 days.
• Fruit and vegetables: clean thoroughly (eliminate the soil) and place in a special drawer (vegetable drawer).
• It is advisable not to keep exotic fruits like bananas, mangos, papayas, etc. In the refrigerator.
• Vegetables like tomatoes, potatoes, onions, and garlic should not be kept in the refrigerator.
• Butter and cheese: place in an airtight container or wrap in aluminium foil or a polythene bag to exclude as much air as
  possible.
• Bottles: close them with a cap and place them on the door bottle shelf, or (if available) on the bottle rack.
• Always refer to the expiry date of the products to know how long to keep them.

CARE AND CLEANING

Cleaning the interior

Before using the appliance for the first time, the interior and all internal accessories should be washed with lukewarm water and some neutral soap to remove the typical smell of a brand-new product, then dried thoroughly.

Periodic cleaning

The equipment has to be cleaned regularly:

1. Clean the inside and accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap.
2. Regularly check the door seals and wipe them clean to ensure they are clean and free from debris.
3. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Defrosting of the fridge

Defrosting in the fridge compartment is automatic.

Defrosting of the freezer

Defrost the freezer compartment when the frost layer reaches a thickness of about 3-5 mm. To defrost rost freezer compartment:

1. Switch off the appliance or pull out the electrical plug from the wall socket.
2. Remove any stored food, wrap it in several layers of newspaper, and put it in a cool place.
3. Remove the ice tray.
4. Leave the door open. Protect the floor from the defrosting water,e.g., with a cloth or a flat vessel.
5. In order to speed up the defrosting process, place a pot of warm water in the freezer compartment. In addition, remove pieces of ice that break away before defrosting is complete.
6. When defrosting is complete, dry the interior thoroughly.
7. Switch on the appliance and close the door.
8. Set the temperature regulator to obtain the maximum coldness and run the appliance for three hours using this setting.

Periods of non-operation

When the appliance is not in use for long periods, take the following precautions: Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply.

1. Remove all food.
2. Defrost the appliance.
3. Clean the appliance and all accessories.
4. Leave the doors open to prevent unpleasant smells.

What to do if…

Replacing the lamp
The appliance is equipped with alona alife inteininterior light service is allows for to replacement of the lighting device. Contact your Authorised Service Centre

NOISES

TECHNICAL DATA

The technical information is situated in the rating plate on the internal side of the appliance and the energy label. The QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance provides a web link to the information related to the performance of the appliance in the EU EPREL database. Keep the energy label for reference together
with the user manual and all other documents provided with this appliance.

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