AEG SFB688F1AS, User Manual

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).
When the freezing process is complete,

the appliance automatically returns to the

previous temperature setting (see

"Frostmatic Function").

In this condition, the

temperature inside the

refrigerator might change

slightly.

5.6 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 at least 3 hours with

the Frostmatic function switched on.
Keep the food no closer than 15 mm

from the door.

CAUTION!

In the event of accidental

defrosting, for example due

to a power failure, if the

power has been off for

longer than the value shown

on rating plate under "rising

time", the defrosted food

must be consumed quickly

or cooked immediately then

cooled and then re-frozen.

5.7 Thawing

Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to

being consumed, can be thawed in the

refrigerator or inside a plastic bag under

cold water.
This operation depends on the time

available and on the type of food. Small

pieces may even be cooked still frozen.

6. HINTS AND TIPS

6.1 Hints for energy saving

• Fridge: Most efficient use of energy is

ensured in the configuration with the

drawers in the bottom part of the

appliance and shelves evenly

distributed. 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

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 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 higher temperature to allow

automatic defrosting and to save

energy this way.

• Ensure a good ventilation. Do not

cover the ventilation grilles or holes.

6.2 Hints for freezing

• Activate Frostmatic function at least

24 hours before placing the food

inside the freezer compartment.

• Before freezing wrap and seal fresh

food in: aluminium foil, plastic film or

bags, airtight containers with lid.

• 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.

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