USER MANUAL

Bar Fridges with Ice Box,

All Refrigerators
and Upright Freezers

REFRIGERATION
Models: WIM1000, WIM1200, WRM1300, WRM2400,
WFM0700, WFM0900 & WFM1800
contents
congratulations contents

Congratulations and thank you for choosing our Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
refrigerator/freezer. We are sure you will find your new
appliance a pleasure to use. Before you use the appliance, Bar refrigerator with ice box features . . . . . . . . . 4
we recommend that you read through the relevant sections Bar refrigerator without ice box features . . . . . . . . 5
of this manual, which provides a description of your
appliance and its functions. Single door all refrigerator features . . . . . . . . . . 6
Bar freezer features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
To avoid the risks that are always present when you use
an electric appliance, it is important that the appliance is Single door all freezer features . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
installed correctly and that you read the safety instructions
carefully to avoid misuse and hazards. Installing your new appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Ventilation around your appliance. . . . . . . . . . 9
We recommend that you keep this instruction booklet Installing your refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
for future reference and pass it on to any future owners. Initial start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
After unpacking the appliance, please check it is not Manual controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
damaged. If in doubt, do not use the appliance but contact Controlling the temperature . . . . . . . . . . . 10
your local customer care centre.
Using your appliance – Ice box models . . . . . . . 11
Making ice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
De-icing the ice box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Freezer operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Reversing the ice box door opening direction . . . . 13
Reversing the door opening direction WIM1000 &
WFM0700 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Reversing the door opening direction WIM1200,
WRM1300, WRM2400, WFM0900 & WFM1800 . 15
Care and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the light bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Cleaning the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
TIPS & INFORMATION Switching off your appliance . . . . . . . . . . 17
Important – CHECK FOR ANY DAMAGES OR MARKS. If you find
the refrigerator is damaged or marked, you must report it Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
within 7 days if you wish to claim for damage/marks Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
under the manufacturers warranty. This does not affect
your statutory rights.

ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS
Information on disposal for users
• Most of the packing materials are recyclable. Please
dispose of those materials through your local recycling
depot or by placing them in appropriate collection
containers.
• If you wish to discard this product, please contact
your local authorities and ask for the correct method
of disposal.
 safety
Important safety instructions WARNING
The refrigerator must be plugged into its own
dedicated 220-240V, 50Hz AC electrical outlet.
Please read the user manual carefully and store in a handy
The plug must be accessible when the refrigerator is
place for later reference.
in position.
The symbols you will see in this booklet have these meanings:
It is essential the power point is properly earthed to
ground. Consult a qualified electrician if you are unsure.
WARNING Don’t use extension cords or adapter plugs with this
This symbol indicates information concerning your personal safety refrigerator.
If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by a
qualified service technician.
CAUTION Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning it, or changing
This symbol indicates information on how to avoid damaging the the light bulb to avoid electric shock.
appliance Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling the electrical
cord as this may damage it. Grip the plug firmly and
TIPS & INFORMATION pull straight out.
Choose a location for your refrigerator that isn’t too cold.
This symbol indicates tips and information about use of the appliance
The ambient room temperature should be above 10°C.
Stand your refrigerator in a dry place – avoid areas
ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS of high moisture or humidity.
This symbol indicates tips and information about economical and Don’t put the refrigerator in frosty or unprotected areas
ecological use of the appliance like a garage or on the verandah.
Keep the refrigerator out of direct sunlight.
Meanings of symbols used in this manual are shown below: Don’t locate the refrigerator near stoves, fires or heaters.
This symbol indicates never to do this When installed correctly, your refrigerator should:
– Have adequate space at the back and sides
This symbol indicates always do this for air circulation (refer to page 9).
– Be aligned to the surrounding cupboards.
– Have doors that will self-close from a partially
open position.
WARNING
• If pressurised aerosol containers bear the word
‘flammable’ and/or a small flame symbol, WARNING
do not store them inside any refrigerator or
R600a refrigerant warning
freezer. If you do so you may cause an explosion.
This appliance may contain a small quantity of environmentally
• When you dispose of your old refrigerators and freezers,
friendly, but flammable, non-synthetic R600a refrigerant:
remove any doors. Children can suffocate if they get
• Ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not
trapped inside.
damaged during transportation and installation.
• This appliance contains insulation formed with flammable
• The room for installing appliance must be at least 1m3 per
blowing gases. Avoid safety hazards by carefully
8g of refrigerant. The amount of refrigerant charged in the
disposing of this appliance.
appliance can be found on the rating plate on the appliance.
• Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or
in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to
accelerate the defrosting process, other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
• The room for installing appliance must be at least 1m3
per 8g of refrigerant. The amount of refrigerant charged
in the appliance can be found on the rating plate on
the appliance.

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features
BAR REFRIGERATORS WITH ICE BOX features
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WIM1000 illustrated

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15 WIM1200 illustrated

1 Ice box door 9 Light lens 17 Door bin

2 Light switch 10 Control knob 18 Plastic door strap
3 Ice box 11 Glass shelf 19 Metal door strap
4 Ice bin 12 Wine rack 20 Door gasket/seal
5 Drain plug 13 Glass crisper cover 21 Door bin bottom
6 Drip tray 14 Crisper
7 Ice tray 15 Adjustable levelling leg
8 Light housing 16 Door bin cover/lid

Features may vary depending on model. Not all models will have features listed.
WIM1200SC has grey outer cabinet. Refrigerator door is stainless steel. WIM1200WC has white cabinet and door.
BAR REFRIGERATORS WITHOUT ICE BOX features

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WRM1300 illustrated

1 Control knob 7 Crisper

2 Light lens 8 Levelling leg
3 Wire shelf 9 Door bin cover/lid
4 Light switch 10 Door bin
5 Drain hole 11 Door gasket/seal
6 Glass crisper cover 12 Door bin bottom

Features may vary depending on model. Not all models will have features listed.

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Single door all refrigerator features
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WRM2400 illustrated
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1 Control knob 8 Crisper

2 Light lens 9 Levelling leg
3 Fan and housing 10 Door bin cover/lid
4 Light switch 11 Door bin
5 Wire shelf 12 Door gasket/seal
6 Drain hole 13 Door bin bottom
7 Glass crisper cover

Features may vary depending on model. Not all models will have features listed.
WRM2400SC has grey outer cabinet. Refrigerator door is stainless steel. WRM2400WC has white cabinet and door.
BAR FREEZER features
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NO MAL
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2 5

3 1

4 WFM0700 illustrated

2 7

4 WFM0900 illustrated

1 Temperature control 5 Door gasket/seal

2 Freezer bin 6 Ice tray
3 Bottom freezer bin 7 Ice bin
4 Levelling legs

Features may vary depending on model. Not all models will have features listed.

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features
Single door all FREEZER features

1
5

WFM1800 illustrated
4

1 Control knob 5 Ice tray

2 Freezer bin 6 Ice bin
3 Freezer bin bottom 7 Door gasket
4 Levelling leg

Features may vary depending on model. Not all models will have features listed.
WFM1800SC has grey outer cabinet. Refrigerator door is stainless steel. WFM1800WC has white cabinet and door.
 installation
installing your new appliance

Adequate ventilation around your refrigerator. 1. Move the appliance into its final position.
Before you move your appliance into the place where it 2. If the appliance is not tilting back as described earlier,
will operate, check that it will have adequate clearance. minor adjustments can be made to the two front
Clearance is required for air circulation and too little levelling legs by turning the feet in an anticlockwise
clearance may affect the performance of your appliance. direction (below). This will increase the height of
the feet. If you have difficulty turning the foot, have
We recommend minimum clearances of: someone tilt the appliance back to gain better access.
• 30mm on each side. If it is not tilted back enough and the levelling legs are
• 25mm above the refrigerator. fully extended, additional packing might be required
• 50mm minimum/75mm maximum behind the refrigerator (see note 4 for appropriate materials).
50mm (75mm max)
30mm

30mm

Recommended
airspace

CABINET
DOOR

NOTE:
Doors are designed to sit proud of cabinetry (not flush).
The clearances shown above are the recommended 3. Compare the alignment of the appliance to the
minimum clearances. The clearance at the rear must not surrounding cupboard. The top of the appliance should
exceed 75mm. be level from side to side (see diagram below). If
you need to adjust the level, use the levelling feet as
Installing your refrigerator or freezer detailed in step 2.
The appliance should arrive with the front levelling feet
wound up. The appliance may need to be tilted backward
at the top by about 10-15mm from vertical (see diagram
below). This will allow the door to gravitate to the closed
position. The complete closure of the door seal is reliant on
manually pushing the door closed to provide a consistent
door seal.
10 –15mm

4. If the appliance now rocks from one corner to the

opposite rear corner, this means that the floor is uneven.
You may need to put some packing under the ridge to
the rear of the appliance. You could use thin pieces of
Height adjustable solid material such as thin board, vinyl floor tiles
front rollers
or laminate.
5. You may now need to fine tune the installation by
repeating steps 2, 3 and 4.
6. Wipe off any dust that has accumulated during shipping
CAUTION and clean following the directions on page 17.
The rollers are designed for forward or backward movement 7. Plug the appliance into the power point. Don’t use a
only. They are not castors. Moving the refrigerator sideways double adaptor or extension cord.
may damage your floor and the rollers. 8. It is recommended that you let the appliance for an hour
or two (three hours for a freezer) before you put any
food in it. This will confirm that it is operating correctly
and make the conditions appropriate for food storage.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed your

refrigerator/freezer.

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Initial start-up
initial start-up

This series of refrigerators has been fitted with a ‘wet wall’ To make the appliance operate you must turn the knob
evaporator which is positioned behind the rear liner. The clockwise.
rear liner will, at times be wet or appear frosted. This is For all models, ‘Less Cold’ corresponds to the warmest
normal and demonstrates that the refrigerator is functioning temperature while ‘Colder’ the coldest.
correctly. This product is designed to operate on a power The temperatures in the 2 compartments of the refrigerator
supply of 220/240 volts 50Hz. Connect to a separate cannot be adjusted separately (this refers to WIM1000,
power point with a correctly earthed three pin socket. Do WIM1200).
not use double adaptors. When the ambient room temperature is 16°C, a setting
of half way between ‘Less Cold’ and ‘Mid’ would be
Controlling the temperature in your refrigerator appropriate.
Refrigerators work by transferring heat from the food inside When the ambient room temperature is 25°C, a setting of
to the outside air. This operation makes the back and sides half way between ‘Mid’ and ‘Colder’ could be selected.
of the refrigerator (particularly at start-up) feel warm – which
Mid
is normal. Make sure you fully close the refrigerator door
after loading or removing food. If the door is left partially
open, a heavy frost will coat the inside of the ice box.
Ensure shelves are pushed back completely to prevent them
holding the door open. If the unit is unplugged, power lost Less Cold
or turned off, you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting
the unit. If you attempt to restart the unit before this time
delay, the refrigerator will not start. Colder
When the thermostat is turned to it’s lowest setting and past
the point of resistance, the appliance will not operate. Models WIM1200, WRM1300
and WRM2400

WARNING Mid
Power is still supplied to the appliance

Less Cold Colder

Model WIM1000

When you change temperature settings, make small

adjustments and wait 24 hours before assessing whether
you need to make further changes.
 ICE BOX MODELS
ice box models – WIM1000 & WIM1200

The ice box compartment is not a deep freezer and is de-icing the ice box
designed for making ice cubes. It is not recommended for The ice box compartment must always be de-iced when
the storage of frozen food. the layer o frost reaches a thickness of about 4mm. This
compartment should be de-iced at least once a year
ice making regardless of the thickness of the frost. Model WIM1000
To make ice cubes, fill the ice tray with water and place it has the added feature of a drip tray to collect the water.
in the ice box. To remove ice cubes easily, run water on the When de-icing, a scraper or plastic utensil may be used.
tray before gently twisting and inverting the tray. Never use metal instruments or electrical appliances to de-
ice the ice box.
1. Switch off and disconnect the appliance.
2. Remove the plug from the drain (Model WIM1200 –
diagram below)

de-icing
The de-icing system for the fridge compartment is automatic
in models WIM1200, and vertical fridges WRM1300
and WRM2400. The rear inside of the fridge is covered
with frost when the compressor operates and de-ices
when it stops. When the ice melts, the water evaporates
automatically. WIM1000 achieves its cooling from the 3. Models WIM1200, WRM1300 and WRM2400
ice box. have an additional ‘Drain Peg’ supplied with this user
manual. Use the drain peg to ensure the drain hole is
not blocked before defrosting (see diagram below). Do
not leave the drain peg in the drain hole.

4. Place a container underneath the drain hole to collect

the water.
5. To speed up the process, you can place a bowl of hot
water inside the compartment and close the door.
6. When de-icing is complete, clean the appliance before
restoring the power.

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freezer operation
initial start-up

Your freezer was cleaned and polished before it left the

A
controls
factory. Before use, dust and wipe over inside and out
O MA

The temperature control is located on top of the front right

using a clean dry cloth. hand side of the cabinet on Models WFM0900 and
This product is designed to operate on a power supply of WFM1800. On Model WFM0700, the control knob is on
220/240 volts 50Hz. Connect to a separate power point the back of the cabinet in the lower left corner.
with a correctly earthed three pin socket. Do not use Leave the control knob in the ‘Mid’ position for a trial
double adaptors. period. The control setting can be adjusted if required by
rotating the knob. Turn in a clockwise direction for a colder
General Information temperature. When the thermostat is turned to its lowest
The freezer transfers heat from food placed inside to the setting and past the point of resistance, the appliance will
outside air. This process makes the rear and sides of the not operate.
outer cabinet feel warm to touch, particularly at initial start
up. This is normal.
Colder
Make sure you fully close the freezer door after loading or Colder
removing food. If the door is left partly open, a heavy frost
will coat the inside of the freezer. Ensure that baskets or
bins are pushed all the way in to prevent the door being
held open.
If the unit is unplugged, power lost, or turned off you must
wait 5 minutes before restarting the unit. If you attempt to
Models WFM0900 & WFM1800 Model WFM0700
restart before this time delay, the freezer will not start.
defrosting
features and general hints Your freezer should be defrosted when frost is
• Try not to leave the door open for too long, especially in approximately 6mm thick otherwise it will interfere with
warm and humid climates. efficient operation and storage capacity. To ensure
• It is recommended that you wrap all food in freezer bags. optimal hygiene and efficiency complete defrosting is
• Corned or pickled products (containing salts) must NOT recommended at least twice a year, preferably when food
be stored in the freezer unless thoroughly sealed. Salts supply is low.
cause metal oxidisation. • Switch off power to freezer at power outlet and remove
• In some circumstances (particularly after recent opening power supply plug from electrical outlet.
and closing of the door) you may experience a heavier • Remove frozen food, wrap in newspaper and place in a
than normal resistance when opening the door. Should cardboard box or esky.
this occur wait a minute or two between openings to • Leave door open and wait for the frost to soften. Pans of
stabilise the air pressure within the cabinet. hot water may be placed inside the freezer to speed up
• If going away for an extended period, turn your freezer the defrosting process.
off, remove all foods and dry interior thoroughly. Unplug • Place towels and a container to catch the water in the
the freezer from the electrical outlet and leave the door bottom of the freezer.
open.
• If there is a power failure, do not open the door. Frozen
foods will stay frozen for up to 24 hours depending WARNING
on temperature and load conditions if the door is kept On no account should an electric heater or hair dryer be
closed. used for defrosting the freezer.
•It is recommended that to ensure safe food storage, the
freezer operates for 3 hours with the door closed before
being stocked with food. It is also recommended that
you wait until the following day before you purchase CAUTION
additional food, either frozen or unfrozen, to stock your Do not use a knife, metal scraper or sharp pointed tool or
freezer. instrument to remove ice as they may cause damage to the
lining of your freezer.
• Scrape the softened frost off the walls of your freezer
WARNING using a plastic scraper.
Do not touch freezer shelf surfaces, particularly when hands • After defrosting is complete and all of the water has
are damp or wet. Extremely low temperatures may cause drained, wipe the freezer thoroughly with a damp cloth
your hands to stick. before drying thoroughly.
• Reconnect the power cord to the electrical outlet and
switch on.
• Replace frozen food.
reversing ice box door opening direction –
Model wim1200 only
If the position your fridge occupies would be better suited Insert plug into the empty pin cavity on the other side.
to a reverse opening arrangement, carefully follow these
diagrams and instructions. The reversing of doors or
replacement of light bulbs is not covered by warranty.
Assistance, if required can be arranged by calling our
service centre on 13 13 49. Normal service call and
labour charges apply.

precautions
• Turn off the appliance
• Unplug the power cable

Push a flat bladed screwdriver up into the slot at the angle Insert the node on the top of the door into the hinging hole
illustrated to release the plastic pin securing the ice box in the top of the fridge liner.
door. At the same time, pull the ice box door forward to
release both the door and the pin from the ice box.

With the plastic pin pushed onto the bottom node on the
ice box door and held in place, push the pin into the hole
on the ice box frame until the clasp on the pin locks it into
position.
Rotate the door for reverse opening.

Remove plug to open shaft for pin to go in.

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Door reversal
reversing the door opening direction
WIM1000 & WFM0700
In these examples the operation is changed from right side • Support the door from below and remove the two screws
hinging to left side hinging. (1) that secure the hinge (2) to the bottom right side of the
appliance. Stand the door to one side carefully.
precautions • Unscrew the left front leg (3) and transfer it to the
• Turn off the appliance right side.
• Unplug the power cable • Remove the metal hinging pin (6) and the spring (5)
• Remove all food from the appliance beneath it from the hole in the top right hand corner of
• Remove shelves and baskets the door.
• Do not lay the appliance down flat on its back as this will • Insert the spring (5) first and then the pin (6) – previously
impair its operation. removed from the right hand side – into the top left hole.
• When tilting the appliance to access the underside, • Position the door on the cabinet with the pin (6)
support it so that it will not fall to the floor. protruding from the top left corner entering the
corresponding hole (arrowed in left hinging assembly
6
illustration) under the top frame of the cabinet.
• While holding the door in the closed position, secure the
5 hinge (2) – previously removed from the other side – onto
7 the bottom left corner, tightening the 2 screws (1) firmly.

2
1
3

Right sided hinging assembly

6 7
5

1
Left sided hinging assembly

Note: All parts removed must be retained to reinstall door.

 Door reversal
reversing the door opening direction WIM1200, WRM1300,
WRM2400, WFM0900 & WFM1800
In these examples the operation is changed from right side • Support the door from below and remove the two screws
hinging to left side hinging. (1) that secure the hinge (2) to the bottom right side of the
appliance. Stand the door to one side carefully.
precautions • Unscrew the left front leg (3) and transfer it to the
• Turn off the appliance right side.
• Unplug the power cable • Remove the levelling foot (4) and the bottom hinge pin (5)
• Remove all food from the appliance from the hinge (2), turn the hinge (2) over and screw the
• Remove shelves and baskets levelling foot (4) into the other side of the hinge.
• Do not lay the appliance down flat on its back as this will • Remove the metal hinging pin (7) and the spring (6)
impair its operation. beneath it from the hole in the top right hand corner of
• When tilting the appliance to access the underside, the door.
support it so that it will not fall to the floor. • Remove the plug (8) – if supplied with your appliance –
from the hole in the top left of the door and press firmly
into the hole on the top right.
7
• Insert the spring (6) first and then the pin (7) – previously
6 removed from the right hand side – into the hole in the
8 top left of the door.
• Position the door on the cabinet with the pin (7)
protruding from the top left corner entering the
corresponding hole (arrowed in left hinging assembly
illustration) under the top frame of the cabinet.
• While holding the door in the closed position, secure the
hinge (2) – previously removed from the other side – onto
the bottom left corner, tightening the 3 screws (1) firmly.

Note: All parts removed must be retained to reinstall door.

2

1
4 5
3

Left sided hinging assembly

7 8
6

1
4 5

Right sided hinging assembly

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Lamp replacement
lamp replacement for models WIM1200, lamp replacement for model WIM1000
WRM1300, WRM2400
The reversing of doors or replacement of light bulbs is 1. Switch off the power at the power point and remove the
not covered by warranty. Assistance, if required can be cord by pulling the plug.
arranged by calling our service centre on 13 13 49. 2. Slide out the drip tray from beneath the ice box.
Normal service call and labour charges apply.

1. Switch off the power at the power point and remove the
cord by pulling the plug.
2. Remove the screw from the centre of the control panel.

3. Remove the light lens by pushing back and down on the 3. Unscrew the light bulb in an anti-clockwise direction.
clear plastic tab protruding from the bottom of the lens. 4. Screw the replacement bulb into the socket in a
clockwise direction.
6. Replace the drip tray.
7. Wait 5 minutes to ensure pressures in the refrigeration
system are equalised, before turning the refrigerator on
at the power point.

WARNING
Never insert your finger into the light bulb socket.

4. Unscrew the spent light bulb in an anti-clockwise

direction.
TIPS & INFORMATION
Not all 15 watt screw-in lamps will fit the lamp housing.
Appropriate replacement lamps can be purchased from
Electrolux or by calling 13 13 50.

5. Screw the replacement bulb into the socket in a

clockwise direction.
6. Replace the light lens and screw.
7. Wait 5 minutes to ensure pressures in the refrigeration
system are equalised, before turning the refrigerator on
at the power point.

WARNING
Never insert your finger into the light bulb socket.
 general information
General information

Cleaning the refrigerator always do this

Check the power point is properly earthed – if you are not
sure get an electrician to check it.
WARNING
Switch off and unplug the refrigerator at the power point
BEFORE CLEANING: Turn the refrigerator off at the power before you clean or move it.
point and unplug the cord to prevent any chance of If the power supply cord is damaged, have it replaced by
electrocuting yourself. the manufacturer, service agent or similarly qualified person.
• Doors and exterior (white & pacific silver) never do this
You should only clean the doors with lukewarm soapy Never let children play with the refrigerator.
water and a soft cloth.
Never store spray cans, explosive fluids or flammable liquids in
• Stainless Steel the refrigerator.
Your stainless steel refrigerator is manufactured from
mark-resistant stainless steel. This stainless steel has Never store fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment.
a special advanced protective coating that eases Never lick icy foods when they first come out of the freezer.
the removal of marks such as fingerprints and water This can burn your your lips and mouth.
spots. To keep its appearance, clean it regularly with Never try to repair the refrigerator yourself.
lukewarm soapy water and a soft cloth. Never use electric heaters or dryers to defrost the freezer
because you can receive an electric shock.

CAUTION Never use electrical appliances inside the food storage areas.

Never use stainless steel cleaners, abrasive pads or other This appliance contains insulation formed with flammable
blowing gases. For safety reasons, take care when you
cleaners that will scratch the surface. Damage to the dispose of it.
appliance after delivery is not covered by your warranty.
Do not damage the appliance circuit.
• Interior
Clean the inside of your refrigerator regularly with a
soft cloth, unscented mild soap and lukewarm water.
WARNING
Thoroughly dry all surfaces and removable parts and When you dispose of your old refrigerator or freezer, remove
avoid getting water on the controls. Replace removable any doors to prevent children from being trapped inside.
parts, plug power cord in and switch the power on
before returning the food. WARNING
• Door seals R600a refrigerant warning
Always keep door seals clean by washing them with a This appliance may contain a small quantity of environmentally
mild detergent and warm water, followed by a thorough friendly, but flammable, non-synthetic R600a refrigerant:
drying. Sticky food and drink can cause seals to stick to • Ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not
the cabinet and tear when you open the door. damaged during transportation and installation.
• The room for installing appliance must be at least 1m3 per
8g of refrigerant. The amount of refrigerant charged in the
CAUTION appliance can be found on the rating plate on the appliance.
Never use hot water, solvents, commercial kitchen cleaners, • Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or
aerosol cleaners, metal polishes, caustic or abrasive cleaners, in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
or scourers to clean your refrigerator. Many commercially • Do not use mechanical devices or other means to
available cleaning products and detergents contain solvents accelerate the defrosting process, other than those
that will damage your refrigerator. Use only a soft cloth with an recommended by the manufacturer.
unscented mild soap and lukewarm water. • The room for installing appliance must be at least 1m3
If your refrigerator has telescopic extension slides, simply per 8g of refrigerant. The amount of refrigerant charged
wipe them with a damp cloth to clean them and never in the appliance can be found on the rating plate on
immerse them in water. the appliance.

Safety Switching off your refrigerator

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including If you switch your refrigerator for an extended
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental period, follow these steps to reduce the chances of mould:
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless 1. Remove all food.
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning 2. Remove the power plug from the power point.
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their 3. Thoroughly clean and dry the Interior.
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do 4. Ensure that all the doors are wedged open slightly for
not play with the appliance. air circulation.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
what to do before calling for service

problem solution problem solution

Refrigerator is not • Check that the power cord is plugged When the motor It is normal to frequently hear the sound
operating into the power outlet properly and that seems to run more than of the motor. However, to keep operation
the outlet is switched ‘ON’. expected to a minimum check the following:
• Try running another appliance from the • Are doors kept open too long or too
power outlet. If no power is coming often?
from the outlet you may have blown • Are controls set too cold? See
a fuse or tripped a circuit of your ‘Controls’ on page 12.
household power supply. • Have large amounts of warm food just
recently been stored? Summer, festive
• Try adjusting the temperature control to seasons and holidays usually mean a
a slightly “colder” position. lot more work for your refrigerator.
• It is normal for the freezer fan NOT to • If the day is hot or the room is very
operate during the automatic defrost warm, the refrigerator will need to run
cycle, or for a short time after the more than normal.
appliance is switched on.
• The refrigerator will run more that
When there is Modern refrigerators/freezers with normal just after you install it or when it
refrigerator/freezer increased storage capacity use high has been turned off for a long time.
noise speed compressors. These can provide
a seemingly high level of sound which is If the temperature in the • Check that the appliance has enough
quite normal. Normal operational sounds refrigerator is too warm clearance at the sides, back and top.
include: Refer to the installation instructions on
• Occasional gurgling, similar to water page 8.
boiling. • Refer to ‘Controls’ on page 12.
• Air flow noise (air circulates because of • You may have kept the door open too
a small fan). long or too frequently.
• A popping noise heard during
• Food containers or packaging may be
automatic defrost.
holding a door open.
• A clicking noise heard just before
the compressor starts (this is just If the temperature in the • Refer to ‘Controls’ on page 12.
the automatic switching action of refrigerator is too cold • Increase the temperature to avoid high
the temperature control, turning the energy consumption.
compressor on or off). If heavy frosting occurs Make sure you fully close the freezer and
Other strange sounds may mean that in the freezer fridge doors. If the doors are left open,
you need to check and take action. For a heavy frost will coat the inside of the
example, noises may mean that: freezer. If a frost develops, remove it and
• The cabinet is not level. take care to properly close the doors.
• The floor is uneven or weak. If water drips on the The defrost water tray, (located at the
• Bottles are badly placed and rattling. floor back or underneath of the cabinet) may
• There are vibrations from an object not be properly positioned, or the drain
on top of or behind or beside the tube may not be properly positioned to
refrigerator. direct water into this tray. You may need
• The back of the refrigerator cabinet is to pull the refrigerator away from the wall
touching the wall. to check the tray and tube.
Remember it is quite normal for noise to
seem louder just after the refrigerator If you still require service
starts operating.
If you have a problem, and the problem persists after you
If there are odours • The interior may need cleaning. have made the checks mentioned above, contact your
inside the refrigerator • Some foods produce odours. nearest approved Service Centre or the dealer you bought
• Some containers and wrapping can the refrigerator from. Be ready to quote the model number,
cause odours. 9-digit PNC and 8-digit serial number, which is stated on
• Ask yourself if the odour started about the label inside the refrigerator compartment.
the same time you started storing
something unusual.
 Warranty
FOR SALES IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND
APPLIANCE: WESTINGHOUSE BAR FRIDGES WITH ICE BOX, ALL REFRIGERATORS AND UPRIGHT FREEZERS.

This document sets out the terms and conditions of product warranties for purchased in New Zealand. Where the Appliance was purchased in New Zealand for
Electrolux branded appliances. It is an important document. Please keep it business purposes the Consumer Guarantee Act does not apply.
with your proof of purchase documents in a safe place for future reference
should you require service for your Electrolux appliance. Limitation of Liability
10. To the extent permitted by law:
General Terms and Conditions (a) Electrolux excludes all warranties other than as contained in this document;
1. In this warranty (b) Electrolux shall not be liable for any loss or damage whether direct or indirect or
(a) ‘Electrolux’ means Electrolux Home Products Pty Ltd ABN 51 004 762 341 consequential arising from your purchase, use or non-use of
in respect of Appliances purchased in Australia and Electrolux (NZ) Limited in the Appliance.
respect of Appliances purchased in New Zealand; 11. Provisions of the Trade Practices Act and State consumer legislation in Australia, and
(b) ‘Appliance’ means any Electrolux product purchased by you accompanied by the Consumer Guarantees Act, the Sale of Goods Act and the Fair Trading Act in
this document; New Zealand, imply warranties or conditions, or impose obligations, upon Electrolux
(c) ‘Warranty Period’ means which cannot be excluded, restricted or modified. To the extent permitted by law, the
(i) where you use the Appliance for personal, domestic or household purposes liability of Electrolux (if any) arising out of or in relation to the Appliance or any services
in Australia the period of ‘24’ months and in New Zealand the period of ‘24’ supplied by Electrolux shall be limited (where it is fair and reasonable to do so),:
months; (a) in the case of Appliances, at its option, to the replacement or repair of the
(ii) where you use the Appliance for commercial purposes, in Australia the Appliances or the supply of equivalent products or the payment of the cost
period of ‘3’ months and in New Zealand the period of ‘3’ months, (if the of replacing the Appliances or having the Appliances repaired or of acquiring
period stated is 0 months you are not covered by this product warranty) equivalent Appliances. Upon being replaced, parts and Appliances become the
following the date of original purchase of the Appliance; property of Electrolux; or
(d) ‘you’ means the purchaser of the Appliance not having purchased the appliance (b) in the case of services, at its option, to the supply of the services again or the
for re-sale, and ‘your’ has a corresponding meaning. payment of the cost of having the services re-supplied; and in the case of
2. This warranty only applies to Appliances purchased and used in Australia or
Appliances or services supplied in New Zealand, loss or damage whether direct
New Zealand and is in addition to (and does not exclude, restrict, or modify in any
or indirect or consequential that is reasonably foreseeable.
way) any non-excludable statutory warranties in Australia or New Zealand.
3. Electrolux warrants that, when dispatched from an Electrolux warehouse,
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the Appliance is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
You acknowledge that in the event that you make a warranty claim it will be necessary for
Warranty Period.
Electrolux and its Authorised Service Centres to exchange information in relation to you
4. During the Warranty Period Electrolux or its Authorised Service Centre will, at no
to enable Electrolux to meet its obligations under this warranty.
extra charge if your appliance is readily accessible without special equipment, and
subject to these terms and conditions, repair or replace any parts which it considers
to be defective. You agree that any replaced Appliances or parts become the
EXTENDED WARRANTIES AND INDEMNITY
property of Electrolux. This warranty does not apply to light globes, batteries, filters
Sealed Refrigeration System Warranty
or similar perishable parts.
For a further period of three years following the expiry of the Warranty period,
5. Parts and Appliances not supplied by Electrolux are not covered by this warranty.
Electrolux or its agent will supply replacements for, or at the sole option of
6. Where you are within an Electrolux service area, this warranty covers the cost of
transport of the Appliance to and from Authorised Service Centres of Electrolux and Electrolux, repair, all parts it finds defective in the Sealed Refrigeration System
travelling costs for representatives of the Authorised Service Centre to and from your which comprises: compressor, condenser, evaporator, dryer and tubing. During
home or business. If you are outside an Electrolux service area, you will bear these this three year period you will pay for the costs of labour (including any call out
costs. For information about whether you are within an Electrolux service area, or service fees), and freight if necessary in replacing defective parts in the Sealed
please phone 13 13 49 in Australia, or 0800 10 66 10 in Refrigeration System. You will pay for the costs of transport of the Appliance if
New Zealand. further service is required and the costs of parts or repairs to parts other than
7. Proof of purchase is required before you can make a claim under this warranty. those included in the Sealed Refrigeration System
8. You may not make a claim under this warranty unless the defect claimed is due
to faulty or defective parts or workmanship. Electrolux is not liable in the following Frozen Food indemnity
situations (which are not exhaustive): Subject to the following exclusions, Electrolux will indemnify you for a period of 24
(a) The Appliance is damaged by: months from the date of purchase of the Appliance against any loss or damage to
(i) accident frozen foodstuffs due to a Sealed Refrigeration System breakdown. This indemnity
(ii) misuse or abuse, including failure to properly maintain or service will be limited to:
(iii) normal wear and tear (a) in the case of freezers with a capacity of less than 400 litres – AU$150
(iv) power surges, electrical storm damage or incorrect power supply (b) in the case of freezers with a capacity of 400 litres or more – AU$300
(v) incomplete or improper installation This indemnity does not cover loss or damage to frozen foodstuffs occasioned by:
(vi) incorrect, improper or inappropriate operation (a) failure to plug in the freezer to a properly connected power supply or failure
(vii) insect or vermin infestation. to switch on the power point
(b) The Appliance is modified without authority from Electrolux in writing. (b) accidental removal of the plug from the power point or switching off the
(c) The Appliance’s serial number or warranty seal has been removed power supply;
or defaced. (c) failure to keep the door or lid of the freezer closed
(d) The Appliance was serviced or repaired by anyone other than Electrolux or its (d) the introduction of abnormal heat loads to the freezer;
Authorised Service Centres. (e) failure to observe the operating and installation instructions supplied with the
9. This warranty, the contract to which it relates and the relationship between you freezer; and
and Electrolux are governed by the law applicable in the Australian State where the (f) failure to defrost the freezer at recommended intervals on chest freezers or
Appliance was purchased or the law applicable in New Zealand if the Appliance was non frost free models

Important Notice
Before Calling a Service Technician please check carefully the operating instructions, service booklet and the warranty terms and conditions.
FOR SERVICE SERVICE AUSTRALIA FOR SPARE PARTS
or to find the address of your nearest or to find the address of your nearest
state service centre in Australia state spare parts centre in Australia
Please call 13 13 49 ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS Please call 13 13 50
For the cost of a local call (Australia only) www.electrolux.com.au For the cost of a local call (Australia only)

FOR SERVICE SERVICE NEW ZEALAND FOR SPARE PARTS

or to find the address of your nearest or to find the address of your nearest
authorised service centre in New Zealand state spare parts centre in New Zealand
Free call 0800 10 66 10 ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS Free call 0800 10 66 20
(New Zealand only) www.electrolux.co.nz (New Zealand only)

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or for dimension and installation information, call into your retailer,
phone or email our customer care team or visit our website:

AUSTRALIA
phone: 1300 363 640
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email: customercare@electrolux.com.au
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phone: 09 573 2384
fax: 0800 363 600
email: customercare@electrolux.co.nz
web: www.westinghouse.co.nz

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