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AEG SANTO 3678-6 KA Operating Instructions Manual
AEG SANTO 3678-6 KA Operating Instructions Manual

AEG SANTO 3678-6 KA Operating Instructions Manual

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SANTO 3678-6 KA
Upright Refrigerator
Operating Instructions
818 20 68-00/0

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  • Page 1 SANTO 3678-6 KA Upright Refrigerator Operating Instructions 818 20 68-00/0...
  • Page 2 Dear customer, Before placing your new refrigerator 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installation Location ..........10 The Refrigerator needs Ventilation ....... . . 11 Appliance Alignment .
  • Page 4 Contents Interior Fittings ..........23 Storage Shelves .
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Customer Care Department. Prior to Installation • Check the refrigerator for transport damage. Under no circumstances should a damaged appliance be installed! In the event of damage, please contact your retailer.
  • Page 6 • Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low temperatures. Do not store any containers with flammable materials such as, spray cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc in the refrigerator. Maintenance and Cleaning • Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance and disconnect from the electrical supply.
  • Page 7: Environmental Information

    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 interior. >PS<...
  • Page 8: Before Use

    Before Use Packaging 1. Remove all adhesive tape and packaging from the interior of the appli- ance. 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).
  • Page 9: Fitting The Door Handles

    Fitting the Door Handles Caution! Do not use excessive force and overtighten the screws (max. 2 Nm) as you may damage the door handles. 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).
  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation Installation Location The appliance should be installed in a well ventilated, dry room. Energy use 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; –...
  • Page 11: The Refrigerator Needs Ventilation

    The Refrigerator 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...
  • Page 12: Electrical Connection

    Installation Electrical Connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. 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.
  • Page 13: Installation Of The Carbon Filter

    Installation of the carbon filter On delivery the carbon filter is placed in a plastic bag to ensure the length of life of the carbon filter. The filter should be placed behind the grill before the cabinet is turned on. 1.
  • Page 14 Reversing the Door 2. With the door closed, remove the cross-head screws from the lower door bearing and remove the door hinge bracket downwards. 3. Remove the door fitting from the door hinge bracket (1, 2). Move the hinge bracket pivot from the right to the left hand hole (3).
  • Page 15 6. Carefully slide the door onto the top bearing pivot and close. 7. Place the lower door hinge bracket with the bearing pivot in the lower left of the door and fas- ten. 8. Unscrew the top handle bracket from the handle rod (1). Unscrew the bottom handle bracket from the door (2).
  • Page 16: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the Appliance View of the appliance ➀ Control panel ➁ Butter and cheese compartment with lid ➂ Door storage compartments ➃ Variable storage box ➄ Bottle compartment ➅ Salad bin ➆ Shelves ➇ Quick chill shelf ➈ Filter housing ➉...
  • Page 17: Control Panel

    ON/OFF button Temperature display Buttons for adjusting the temperature FAST CHILL button and FAST CHILL indicator light (yellow) • FAST CHILL for intensive cooling in the refrigerator WARNING OFF button Buttons for Adjusting the Temperature The temperature is adjusted using the „+“...
  • Page 18: Temperature Display

    Temperature Display • During normal operation, the temperature currently present in the refrigerator (ACTUAL temperature) is displayed. • When the temperature is being adjusted a flashing display indicates the fridge compartment temperature currently set (DESIRED temper- ature). • If there is a fault in the appliance the temperature display shows a square in the upper part of the temperature display.
  • Page 19: Initial Start-Up

    Each time the button is pressed the temperature is adjusted by 1 °C. Adjustable temperature range: +2 °C to +8 °C, +15 °C (Holiday mode) Note: From a food safety point of view, +5 °C for the refrigerator compartment should be considered cold enough as a storage temperature.
  • Page 20: Fast Chill

    FAST CHILL button The FAST CHILL function is suited for quick cooling of large quantities of goods in the refrigerator, e.g. drinks and salads for a party. 1. The FAST CHILL function is switched on by pressing the FAST CHILL but- ton.
  • Page 21: Open Door" Warning

    Temperature warning The red warning light flashes and a warning tone sounds, as soon as the temperature in the refrigerator is warmer than 12 °C. Such a rise in temperature can possibly be put down to: – opening the door a lot or leaving it open for a long time;...
  • Page 22: Holiday Mode

    To switch the fridge back to normal operation, press the „-“ (COLDER) button. Important! Do not store any goods in the refrigerator when the holiday mode is in operation. The temperature is regulated at about +15 °C when the holiday mode is in operation. This is too warm for food pro- ducts.
  • Page 23: Interior Fittings

    Interior Fittings Storage Shelves The shelf in the lowest runners over the fruit and vegetable drawer must always remain in this position, so that fruit and vegetables stay fresher for longer. The remaining storage shelves can be adjusted to various heights: 1.
  • Page 24: Bottle Rack

    Interior Fittings Bottle Rack Place bottles in the rack with the bottleneck to the front. Important: Only store unopened bottles horizontally. The bottle rack can be tilted for storing opened bottles. 1. To do this pull the bottle rack for- ward until it can be tilted upwards, then slide the front sup- port into the next level up.
  • Page 25: Dismantling Of The Bottle And Can Holder

    The bottle support can be pulled out when chilling larger bottles. Dismantling of the Bottle and Can Holder 1. Take out the quick chill shelf with holder from the cabinet. 2. To loosen the holder from the shelf, bend the hooks/brackets that surround the backside of the shelf.
  • Page 26: Proper Storage

    Foodsense, London SE99 7TT. Tel: 0645 556000 Tip: Food stored in the refrigerator compartment should always be covered or packed so that they do not dry out, lose their flavour, or transfer their flavour to any other refrigerated food.
  • Page 27: Hints And Tips

    • A thermostat controls the compressor and you will hear a faint click when the thermostat cuts in and out. Food Storage To obtain the best performance from your refrigerator: • Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids. • Do not store food uncovered.
  • Page 28: Defrosting

    Defrosting The Fridge defrosts automatically Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out DISCONNECT the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply. Internal Cleaning 1. Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Rinse and dry thoroughly. Warning! •...
  • Page 29: Changing The Carbon Filter

    Changing the carbon filter To maintain the best performance the carbon filter should be chan- ged once a year with normal usage. New carbon filters can be purcha- sed from your local Service Force Centre. 1. The filter is placed behind the grill and can be reached by opening the cover.
  • Page 30: Replacing The Light Bulb

    Maintenance and Cleaning Replacing the Light Bulb Warning! Danger of electrical shock! Before replacing the light bulb switch appliance off and remove the mains plug. Light bulb specifications: 220-240 V, max. 25 W, fitting: E 14 Important! When replacing the lamp only fit a lamp of suitable diameter, that is at least 18 mm, this will ensure a good seat on the rubber seal.
  • Page 31: What To Do If

    What to do if ... Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, check the following points. Symptom No power to the appliance. The temperature in the refrigerator is too high. Warning tone sounds, red warning display is flashing Red warning light flashing, warning tone sounding Temperature display shows a square.
  • Page 32: Regulations, Standards, Guidelines

    Symptom The light does not come on. Noise The compressor does not start immediately after changing the temperature setting. If after the above checks there is still a fault, call your local AEG Service Force Centre. In-guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.
  • Page 33: Technical Terminology

    Technical Terminology • Refrigerant Liquids that can be used to a generate a cooling effect are known as refrigerants. They have a relatively low boiling-point, indeed so low, that the warmth from the food stored in the fridge or freezer can cause the refrigerant to boil and vaporise.
  • Page 34: Guarantee Conditions

    Guarantee Conditions AEG offer the following guarantee to the first purchaser of this appliance. 1. The guarantee is valid for 12 months commencing when the appliance is handed over to the first retail purchaser, which must be verified by purchase invoice or similar docu- mentation.
  • Page 35: Service & Spare Parts

    Service & Spare Parts In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to pur- chase spare parts, please contact Service Force by telephoning: 08705 929 929 Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area.
  • Page 36 AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www.aeg.hausgeraete.de © Copyright by AEG 818 2068 – 00/0 - 0502 Subject to change without notice...

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