ARCTIS
Electronic Freezer no_frost
Operating Instructions
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Dear customer,
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Before placing your new freezer 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.
Notes which are important for your safety or for the proper
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functioning of the appliance are stressed with a warning triangle and/
or with signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Important!). Please observe
the following carefully.
0 1. This symbol and numbered instructions guide you step by step in the
operation of the appliance.
2. .....
Supplementary information regarding operation and practical
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applications of the appliance appear after this symbol.
Tips and notes concerning economical and environmentally sound use
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of the appliance are marked with the cloverleaf.
Explanations of the technical terminology used in the operating
instructions can be found at the end in the section "Technical
Terminology".
The operating instructions contain instructions for the correction of
possible malfunctions by the user in the section "What to do if ...". If
these instructions should not be sufficient, please contact your local
AEG Service Force Centre.
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Contents
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Environmental Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Appliance Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fitting the Door Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
The freezer needs ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Appliance Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Reversing the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
The no-frost (frost free) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
View of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cold accumulation block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Temperature setting buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Temperature display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
TURBO/FROSTMATIC-button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
ALARM OFF button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Prior to Initial Start–Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Initial use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Select "Freezing" or "Cooling" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Temperature Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Switching the Appliance Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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Contents
Control and Information Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
"Open Door" Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Temperature Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Temperature memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Function Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Opening the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Freezing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Frozen Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Preparation of Ice Cubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Storage Goods Symbols/Freezing Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Maximum Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
"Long Fresh" Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
"Standard" Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Cooling drinks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Maintenance and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Energy Saving Advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
What to do if ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Correcting Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Replacing the light bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Noises during Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Regulations, Standards, Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Technical Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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1 Important Safety Instructions
The safety of our appliances is in accordance with recognised technological standards and appliance safety legislation. We nevertheless feel
that it is important to acquaint you with the following safety guidelines:
Use for Intended Purpose
• The appliance is intended for use at home. Depending on the preset
operation mode, this appliance becomes suitable for freezing, for frozen storage of foods or for ice preparation. The manufacturer assumes no liability for damages occurring through improper operation or
use of the appliance for unintended purposes.
• Alterations or changes to the appliance are not permitted for reasons
of safety.
• If you should use this appliance in a commercial application or for
purposes other than freezing or frozen storage of foods, please
observe all valid legal regulations for your application.
Prior to initial start-up
• Check the appliance for transport damage. Do not under any
circumstances connect a damaged appliance! Please contact your
supplier in the event of damage.
Refrigerant
The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant
circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of
environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable.
• Warning - During transportation and installation of the appliance,
be certain that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit
become damaged.
• If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged:
– avoid open flames and sources of ignition;
– thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.
Safety for Children
• Packaging materials (e.g. films, styrofoam) can be dangerous for
children. Danger of suffocation! Keep packaging materials away from
children!
• Before disposing of old appliances make them inoperable. Remove
plug from mains, sever the power cable, remove or destroy any snap
or latch closures. This eliminates the danger that playing children lock
themselves into the appliance (danger of suffocation!) or place
themselves into other life-endangering situations.
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Important Safety Instructions
• Children often do not recognise the dangers involved with household
appliances. Please provide for the necessary supervision and do not
allow children to play with the appliance!
Daily Operation
• Containers with flammable gases or fluids can develop leaks through
contact with the cold. Danger of explosion! Do not store containers
with flammable substances, such as aerosol cans, refill cartridges for
cigarette lighters etc. in the appliance.
• Bottles and cans may not be placed in the freezer. They can burst
when the contents freeze - or even explode if the contents contain
carbonic acid! Never place sodas, juices, beer, wine, champagne etc.
into the freezer. Exception: Spirits with high alcohol content may be
stored in the freezer.
• Do not place ice cream or ice cubes directly from the freezer into the
mouth. Very cold ice can freeze to the lips or tongue and cause injury.
• Never touch frozen goods with wet hands. Hands can freeze to the goods.
• Warning - Do not operate any electrical appliances in the appliance
(e.g. electric ice cream makers, mixers etc.).
• Warning - Do not cover or obstruct the ventilation openings as this
will impair the operation of the appliance.
• Warning - The appliance defrosts automatically. Do not use
mechanical or artificial devices to accelerate the defrosting process.
• Before cleaning the appliance switch off and remove the plug from
the mains, or switch off or turn out the circuit breaker or fuse.
• Placing frozen goods on the top of the appliance can lead to the
accumulation of condensation on the top panel through contact with
the cold. Electronic components are housed within this top panel. If
water should drip onto these components, the appliance could be
damaged by a short circuit. For this reason do not place frozen goods
on top of the appliance.
• When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not
pull on the cable.
In case of malfunction
• If a malfunction should occur at the appliance, refer first to the
section "What to do if ..." in these operating instruction. If the
instructions in this section are not sufficient, do not undertake any
further work on your own.
• Freezers may only be repaired by trained personnel. Repairs carried
out by untrained personnel can lead to substantial danger. Please
contact your dealer or our customer service department for repairs.
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Environmental Information
Packaging material
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The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recycled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e.g. >PE<,
>PS<, etc. Please dispose of the packaging materials in the appropriate
container at your local waste disposal facilities.
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The symbol
product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be
handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city
office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
Warning! Before disposing of old appliances make them inoperable.
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Remove plug from mains, sever the power cable, remove or destroy any
snap or latch closures. This eliminates the danger that playing children
lock themselves into the appliance (danger of suffocation!) or place
themselves into other life-endangering situations.
When disposing of your old appliance:
• The appliance may not be disposed of with domestic waste or bulky
refuse.
• The refrigerant circuit, especially the heat exchanger at the back of
the appliance, may not be damaged.
• Information concerning collection schedules or locations can be
obtained from the local disposal authorities or town hall.
W on the product or on its packaging indicates that this
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Appliance Transport
Two persons are required to transport the appliance. There are two
recessed handles at the front of the base and at the back of the appliance at the top for improved gripping.
0 1. Grip the appliance with the recessed handles positioned as in the draw-
ing, and transport the appliance.
2. In order to push the appliance into its final position, press carefully at
the top of the door and tip the appliance back slightly. The weight is
then transferred to the back wheels and the appliance can be easily
pushed.
Before Use
Packaging
0 1. Remove all adhesive tape and packaging from the interior of the appli-
ance.
Any remnants of adhesive can be removed with white spirit.
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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). Do not use soap
or detergent as the smell may linger. Dry the appliance thoroughly.
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Fitting the Door Handle
Caution! Do not overtighten the screws (max. 2 Nm) as you may
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damage the door handles.
0 1. Screw the top handle bracket to the
handle rod (1). Fit the bottom handle bracket on the lower left-hand
side of the door (2).
2. Fit the top handle bracket on the
top left-hand side of the door (3)
and screw the handle rod to the
bottom handle bracket (4).
Installation
Installation Location
The appliance should be installed in a well ventilated, dry room.
Energy use and efficient performance of the appliance 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;
– only be installed at a location whose ambient temperature
corresponds to the climate classification, for which the appliance is
designed.
The climate classification can be found on the rating plate, which is
located at the left on the inside of the appliance.
The following table shows which ambient temperature is correct for
each climate classification:
Climate classification for an ambient temperature of
SN +10 to +32 °C
N +16 to +32 °C
ST +18 to +38 °C
T +18 to +43 °C
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Installation
If installation next to a source of heat is unavoidable, the following
minimum clearances must be maintained at the sides of the appliance:
– for electric cookers 3 cm;
– for oil and coal fired ranges 30 cm.
If these clearances cannot be maintained a heat insulating pad is required between the cooker and the refrigeration appliance.
The freezer 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 installed
under, for example, a hanging cabinet, a
clearance of at least 10 cm between the top
of the appliance and the cabinet above it
must be maintained.
Please check whether, after installing your
appliance and especially after reversing the
door, the door seal fits tightly. A badly fitting door seal may lead to heavy frosting
and a higher power consumption (see also “Something not working“).
Remove the two wall spacers from
the appliance accessories pack and,
in accordance with the illustrations,
fix them at the top of the rear of the
appliance so that the distance from
the wall required for the necessary
ventilation is ensured.
Appliance Alignment
0 1. The appliance must be level. Please compensate for unevenness in the
floor by turning the two adjustable feet at the front.
Electrical Connection
A properly installed socket outlet with earthing contact is required for
electrical connection. Electrical fuse protection must be of at least 10
ampere.
If the outlet socket is no longer accessible after installation of the
appliance, appropriate measures must be taken during electrical instal-
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lation to assure that the appliance can be disconnected from the mains
(e.g. fuse, circuit breaker, non-operate current safety-switch or the like,
with a contact opening of at least 3 mm).
0 1. Before initial start-up, refer to the appliance rating plate to ascertain if
supply voltage and current values correspond with those of the mains
at the installation location.
e.g.: AC 220 ... 240 V 50 Hz or
220 ... 240 V~50 Hz
(i.e. 220 to 240 volts alternating current, 50 Hertz)
The rating plate is inside the appliance at the left.
Warning: To avoid potential danger, if the mains connection lead of
this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by our customer service
representative or a person with similar qualifications.
Reversing the door
The door hinges can be changed from right (as supplied) to left if
required to suit the location where the appliance is installed.
Warning! Unplug from the mains before reversing the door.
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0 1. Open the door and remove the
plinth cover to the front. Move
the door hinge bracket cover on
the plinth cover from the left to
the right. Close the door.
2. With the door closed, remove the
cross-head screws from the lower
door hinge bracket and remove
the door hinge bracket downwards.
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Reversing the door
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).
Place the door fitting supplied on
the hinge bracket pivot (4, 5).
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4. Unscrew Phillips screw from the
door bottom right and remove
door fitting (1). Insert door fitting
supplied in the door bottom left
and fasten with Phillips screw (2).
Carefully remove the door to the
front and place on one side.
5. Move the upper hinge bracket
pivot to the left.
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6. Carefully slide the door onto the
top hinge bracket pivot and close.
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7. Place the lower door hinge
bracket with the hinge bracket
pivot in the lower left of the door
and fasten.
8. Unscrew the top handle bracket
from the handle rod (1). Unscrew
the bottom handle bracket from
the door (2).
9. Unscrew the top handle bracket
from the door (3) and screw onto
the bottom right-hand side of the
door (4).
Reversing the door
Caution! Do not overtighten the
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screws (max. 2 Nm) as you may
damage the door handle.
10. Turn the handle bracket with the
handle rod 180° and screw them
to the door (5) and the fitted handle bracket (6).
Caution! Do not overtighten the
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screws (max. 2 Nm) as you may
damage the door handle.
11. Open the door and fit the plinth
cover.
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The no-frost (frost free) system
• The appliance can be used as a freezing unit or as a refrigerator depen-
ding on requirement. For this purpose, the operation mode "Freezing"
or the operation mode "Cooling" can be selected on the appliance.
–In the operation mode "Freezing", the appliance is usable for
freezing and deep-temperature storage with temperatures from
-15 °C up to -24 °C.
–In the operation mode "Cooling", this appliance can be operated as
a "long fresh" cooling unit with temperatures of 0 °C to +2 °C,
whereby a dry cabinet interior climate is attained through the nofrost (frost-free) technology. The appliance can also be used in the
adjustable temperature range of up to +16 °C as a chilled cupboard
for food and drink. Naturally, it is also usable as a "normal"
refrigerator for the temperature range of +2 °C to +5 °C.
• TURBO/FROSTMATIC can be selected depending on purpose and need.
–In the operation mode "Cooling", TURBO/FROSTMATIC is suitable
for fast cooling larger quantities when in the refrigerator mode, e.g.
for drinks or salads during a party. Thereby, a DESIRED temperature
of +2 °C is automatically preset. After 6 hours have expired, the
TURBO/FROSTMATIC function is terminated automatically.
–In the operation mode "Freezing", TURBO/FROSTMATIC caters for
quick freezing of fresh foodstuffs and protects at the same time the
foodstuff already stored against undesired temperature increase
when in the freezer mode. The electronics of the appliance
recognises automatically, when the quick freezing mode can be
completed, and automatically switches off the TURBO/FROSTMATIC
function. (Depending upon the quantity to be frozen after 30 up to
maximum 51 hours).
•The no-frost (frost free) system enables both the freezing of fresh
foodstuff as well as the storage of readily frozen foodstuff by cold
air. An evaporator cools the air in the interior space of the appliance,
which is circulated and uniformly distributed by a ventilator. This
uniformly circulating air-flow creates a dry climate, low temperature
fluctuations and low temperature differences in the entire appliance
interior. The moisture in the air condenses as frost on the evaporator.
The evaporator thaws/defrosts automatically, as soon as this is
necessary. The melted water is drained off outside to the compressor
and evaporates through the heat generated by the latter. Thus, the
interior of the appliance and the stored cooled or frozen foodstuffs
always remain fresh and ice-free. Manual thawing/defrosting is not
necessary.
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Description of the appliance
View of the appliance
(various models)
á Control panel
à Interior Illumination
â Compartments with lids and drawers
ä Maxi-Box
ã Drawer (for frozen food storage only)
Cold accumulation block
There is one cold accumulation block in the freezer.
Refer to the section “Prior to Initial Start–Up” concerning freezing of
the cold accumulation block.
In the event of a power failure or malfunction, the cold accumulation
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block will increase the hold over period by several hours, providing
it is placed in the uppermost drawer, at the front, above the frozen
food.
You can also use the cold accumulation block in a cool bag.
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Description of the appliance
Control Panel
1 ON/OFF button and ON/OFF indicator light (green)
2 Temperature display
3 Temperature setting buttons
4 TURBO/FROSTMATIC button and TURBO/FROSTMATIC indicator light
(yellow)
5 ALARM OFF button and warning indicator light (red)
(see section: "Control and Information Systems")
Temperature setting buttons
The temperature is adjusted using the
„+“ (WARMER) and „-“ (COLDER) buttons.
These buttons are connected to the temperature display.
• The temperature display is switched over from the display of the
ACTUAL temperature (Temperature display is illuminated) to the display of the DESIRED temperature (Temperature display flashes) by
pressing one of the two buttons, „+“ (WARMER) or „-“ (COLDER).
• Each time one of the two buttons is pressed again the DESIRED tem-
perature is adjusted by 1 °C.
• If neither button is pressed, the temperature display automatically
switches back after a short period (approx. 5 sec.) to the display of
the ACTUAL temperature. The ACTUAL temperature in the appliance is
now adjusted to match the preset DESIRED temperature.
DESIRED temperature means:
The temperature that is required in the appliance, this can be adjusted
to the temperatures shown in the display. The DESIRED temperature is
indicated by flashing numbers.
ACTUAL temperature means:
The temperature display indicates the temperature that is currently
present in the appliance. The ACTUAL temperature is indicated with
illuminated numbers.
Once the TURBO/FROSTMATIC function has been switched on the
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DESIRED temperature that was set originally cannot be changed.
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Description of the appliance
Temperature display
The temperature display shows several types of
information.
• In normal operation the current freezer compartment temperature is
displayed (ACTUAL temperature).
• During temperature adjustment, a blinking display of the
temperature selected at the moment occurs (DESIRED temperature).
• In the TURBO/FROSTMATIC function of the cooling mode "IC" for
intensive cooling appears in the display .
The current freezer temperature appears in the display while TURBO/
FROSTMATIC is functioning during freezing mode. If one of the temperature setting buttons is pressed, “SF” (Super Frost) will appear in
the display for 5 seconds. The display will then revert to showing the
current freezer temperature.
• In the event that frozen food has been partially or totally defrosted,
perhaps as the result of a lengthy power failure and if the ALARM OFF
button is activated the temperature display will show the warmest
temperature the frozen food has reached on restoration of the power
supply.
• If there is a fault in the appliance a square or a letter will appear in
the temperature display.
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Description of the appliance
TURBO/FROSTMATIC-button
The TURBO/FROSTMATIC function in the freezing mode
provides for quick freezing of fresh food products, and at
the same time protects previously stored goods against
undesired warming in the freezer compartment.
In the cooling mode the TURBO/FROSTMATIC function is suitable for
fast cooling larger quantities of foodstuff, e.g. drinks or salads during a
party. Thereby a DESIRED temperature of +2 °C is automatically preset.
0 1. The TURBO/FROSTMATIC function is switched on by pressing the
TURBO/FROSTMATIC button. The yellow light illuminates.
The display shows „SF“ in the freezing mode. After 5 seconds the display
changes to show the actual temperature again.
In the cooling mode the display shows „IC“.
The compressor runs continuously.
2. The TURBO/FROSTMATIC function can be ended manually at any time
by pressing the TURBO/FROSTMATIC button again. The yellow light goes
out.
If the TURBO/FROSTMATIC function is not ended manually, the
appliance electronics switch off the TURBO/FROSTMATIC function of
the freezing mode after approx. 50 hours, and the TURBO/FROSTMATIC
function of the cooling mode after 6 hours. The yellow light goes out.
Important! Once the TURBO/FROSTMATIC function has been switched
on the DESIRED temperature that was set originally cannot be changed.
ALARM OFF button
With the ALARM OFF button, the acoustic warning signal
can be switched off, e.g. the "Open Door" warning when
sorting in or out, the food to be frozen.
When there is a temperature warning, if the ALARM OFF button is activated, following a power cut, the temperature display will show the
warmest temperature the frozen food has reached on restoration of the
power supply.
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Prior to Initial Start–Up
Before connecting the appliance to the mains and putting it into oper-
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ation for the first time, leave the appliance to stand for 30 minutes if
was transported upright. After transport on its side, the appliance must
be left to stand for 2 hours before putting it into operation. This is necessary to allow the refrigerant to flow back into the compressor. Otherwise the compressor may be damaged.
0 1. Please clean the appliance interior and all accessories prior to initial
start-up (see section: “Maintenance and Cleaning”).
2. The appliance must be correctly installed in accordance with the chapter "Installation" before it is put into operation for the first time. Care
should be especially taken that the mains voltage and frequency available correspond with the appliance’s rating plate.
3. Remove the cold accumulation block from the appliance.
4. Only put the cold accumulation block to freeze in the top compartment
after the optimal storage temperature of –18 °C has been reached.
5. After 24 hours place the cold accumulation block in the uppermost
compartment, at the front, above the frozen food.
6. Re-freeze the thawed cold accumulation block in the same way, e. g.
after cleaning the appliance.
Initial use
0 1. Insert plug into mains socket.
2. Press ON/OFF button. The green pilot light illuminates.
A warning tone sounds and the red warning light flashes indicating
that the required storage temperature has not yet been reached.
3. Press the ALARM OFF button to switch off the warning tone.
4. Set temperature to -18°C or colder (see section: "Temperature Adjust-
ment").
Important! Wait until the freezer compartment has reached a temperature of –18 °C, or the red warning light has gone out, before storing
frozen food.
In the delivery state, your appliance is present in the operation mode
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"Freezing".
If the appliance was once in operation, it restarts in the operation
mode, which was set prior to switching off.
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Select "Freezing" or "Cooling"
If necessary, switch over the appliance with the following steps
between the operating modes "Freezing" and "Cooling":
0 1. Hold down the ALARM OFF button and the „-“ (COLDER) button simul-
taneously for 5 seconds.
• When the setting is switched from “Freezing” to “Cooling” “FC”
(Freezing -> Cooling) appears in the temperature display, an acoustic
signal confirms the change and the temperature display changes to
flashing figures (DESIRED temperature cooling mode +5 °C). Using
the temperature setting buttons, the required temperature for the
cooling mode can now be entered.
• When the setting is switched from “Cooling” to “Freezing” “CF” (Cool-
ing -> Freezing) appears in the temperature display, an acoustic signal confirms the change and the temperature display changes to
flashing figures (DESIRED temperature freezing mode -18 °C). Using
the temperature setting buttons, the required temperature for the
freezing mode can now be entered.
The operation mode, in which your appliance is at the moment, is
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identifiable if the temperatures can be set above or below 0 °C.
2. Set the temperature depending upon the selected operation mode (see
the chapter "Temperature Adjustment").
Attention! If you are using the appliance as a freezing unit: Please wait
prior to putting the foodstuff to be frozen, until the freezer interior
temperature has attained -18 °C, or until the red warning display goes
off.
Attention! If you are using this appliance as a cooling unit, after it has
been used as a freezing unit: Please wait until the temperature has
reached 0 °C before putting the foodstuff to be cooled in the appliance.
Temperature Adjustment
0 1. Press either the „+“ (WARMER) or „-“ (COLDER) button.
The temperature display switches over and the DESIRED temperature
currently set flashes on the temperature display.
2. To adjust to a warmer temperature, press the „+“ (WARMER) button. To
adjust to a colder temperature, press the „-“ (COLDER) button. The
changed setting is immediately displayed on the temperature display.
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Each time one of the two buttons is pressed again the DESIRED temperature is adjusted by 1 °C.
The following DESIRED temperature settings are possible:
• Operating mode "Freezing": from -15 °C up to -24 °C in 1 °C steps;
• Operation mode "Cooling": from 0 °C up to 16 °C in 1 °C steps;
Note: From a food safety point of view, -18 °C for the freezer compart-
ment should be considered cold enough as a storage temperature.
If the buttons are not pressed again for approx. 5 seconds the tempera-
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ture display will change from the DESIRED temperature to the ACTUAL
temperature. The display changes from flashing to illuminated numbers.
Important! Please check red warning display and temperature display
regularly to ensure maintenance of the storage temperature.
Switching the Appliance Off
In order to protect frozen goods, the appliance is guarded against
accidental switching off (child-proof).
0 1. To switch off press and hold the ON/OFF button for approx. 1 second.
A so-called "count down" is started in the temperature display, which
counts backwards from "3" to "1". After "1" is reached the appliance
switches off. Illumination at the temperature display goes off.
The appliance is only completely disconnected from the electricity
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supply when the power plug has been removed from the power outlet.
Note:
The appliance cannot be switched on or off if unplugged, or if there is
no power being supplied to it.
Following connection to the mains power supply, the appliance returns
to the same operating state as before the interruption of main power.
If the appliance is not going to be used for an extended period:
0 1. Switch appliance off by pressing and holding the ON/OFF button for
approximately 1 second (see above).
2. Unplug or switch off at the mains supply.
3. Clean thoroughly (see section: "Maintenance and Cleaning").
4. Leave door open to avoid accumulation of odours.
When put into operation again, the appliance starts in the operation
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mode, in which it was set prior to switching off.
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Control and Information Systems
The control and information systems consist of the temperature display,
an optical warning display and an acoustic warning.
The system warns:
– when first switching on the appliance (when the storage temperature
has not yet been attained);
– if the appliance door remains open for longer than 80 seconds
(operation mode "Freezing") or for longer than 5 minutes (operation
mode "Cooling");
– of excessive temperature in the freezer compartment (only in the
operation mode "Freezing");
– if there are functional errors with the appliance.
"Open Door" Warning
If the door remains open longer than approx. 80 seconds (operation
mode "Freezing") or longer than 5 minutes (operation mode "Cooling"),
the red warning indicator flashes and a warning tone sounds. If you
need more time for sorting or rearranging frozen or cooled foodstuff,
you can switch off warning tone for 80 seconds (operation mode
"Freezing") or for 5 minutes (operation mode "Cooling") by pressing the
ALARM OFF button.
The red warning indicator will go out when the door is closed.
Temperature Warning
(only in the operating mode "Freezing“)
The red warning display and the temperature display flashes and an
audible warning sounds, as soon as the temperature in the freezer compartment is warmer than -11 °C.
A rise in temperature may be caused by:
– frequent door opening for long periods of time;
– loading with large quantities of warm foods;
– high ambient temperature;
– an error with the appliance.
0 1. You can cancel the warning tone with the ALARM OFF button.
The temperature display for the freezer indicates the warmest
temperature the freezer has reached during the temperature alarm
period. After approx. 5 seconds the temperature display reverts to the
current freezer temperature. The red warning indicator will switch off
as soon as the temperature has dropped to under -11 °C.
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Temperature memory
While the current freezer temperature is above -11 °C, the warmest
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temperature the freezer has reached during the alarm period is stored
and can be called up as often as wished by pressing the ALARM OFF
button.
If the temperature in the freezer compartment drops to under -11 °C
and the ALARM OFF button has not been pressed prior, the warning
tone will switch off automatically. The red warning indicator and the
temperature display will continue to flash.
If the ALARM OFF button is pressed now, the red warning indicator
switches off. In addition, the temperature display will show for five seconds the highest temperature the frozen food has warmed to. Then the
display will change to the current freezer temperature. The stored highest temperature is now erased.
Attention! If suspicion of partial or complete thawing exists, please
check the quality of the foods to determine if they can be used.
Function Errors
If the appliance electronics detects a technical fault that needs to be
rectified by customer service, the temperature display shows a square in
the lower part of the temperature display or a letter. The red warning
indicator flashes. The appliance will continue to operate in emergency
mode.
Opening the door
If the door is closed when the appliance is in operation, it cannot be
immediately opened again, because a vacuum occurs which holds the
door closed until pressure has been equalised. The door can be opened
again after several minutes.
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Freezing
(only in the operating mode "Freezing“)
Except for the bottom drawer, which serves for storage purposes, all
compartments and drawers are suited for freezing small quantities of
fresh food. The two upper compartments are suited for freezing of
large quantities of food.
Important!
• The temperature in the freezer compartment must be –18 °C or
colder before freezing food.
• Please observe the freezing capacity given on the rating plate. The
freezing capacity is the maximum quantity of fresh food that can be
frozen within a period of 24 hours. If you wish to freeze food several
days in a row, please observe a maximum capacity of only 2/3 to 3/4
of that on the rating plate.
• Allow warm food to cool down before freezing. The warmth will
cause increased ice formation and increase the power consumption.
• When freezing large quantities of food, place the frozen cold accu-
mulation block at the top of the cold food.
• Thawed foods which have not been processed further (cooked into
meals) may not under any circumstances be frozen a second time.
0 1. When freezing maximum capacity press the TURBO/FROSTMATIC but-
ton 24 hours prior to freezing, or 4 to 6 hours for smaller quantities.
Yellow indicator light illuminates.
The TURBO/FROSTMATIC button need not be pressed for freezing of
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small quantities of up to 3 kg.
2. All foods must be packed air tight prior to freezing, so that they do not
dry out or lose their flavour, and so that no flavour contamination of
other frozen goods occurs.
Caution! Do not touch frozen food with wet hands. Your hands could
freeze to the food.
3. Place the packed food in the drawers. Unfrozen food must not touch
items already frozen, otherwise the frozen food could begin to defrost.
The appliance electronics automatically switch the TURBO/FROSTMATIC
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function off after a period of 50 hours. Yellow indicator light goes out.
You can also stop the TURBO/FROSTMATIC function manually by pressing the TURBO/FROSTMATIC button again.
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Tips:
• The following are suited for the packaging of frozen goods:
– freezer bags and polyethylene wraps;
– plastic containers for frozen goods;
– extra–thick aluminium foil.
• The following are suitable for sealing bags and wrap:
plastic clips, rubber bands or tape.
• Smooth the air out of the bag before sealing; air makes it easier for
the frozen food to dry out.
• Make flat packages, because these freeze more quickly.
• Do not fill plastic containers for frozen goods to the brim with liquid
or paste–like goods, because liquids expand during freezing.
Frozen Storage
Important! Wait until the necessary storage temperature of –18 °C has
been reached before storing food already frozen.
• Load the freezer only with packaged frozen goods, so that they do
not dry out or lose their flavour, and so that no flavour contamination of other frozen goods can occur.
• Please observe maximum storage times and expiry dates of frozen
goods.
Place frozen foods in the drawers sorted by type, as far as possible. This
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will give you a better overview of the contents, avoid extended door
opening and therefore save electricity.
From a food safety point of view, -18 °C is deemed sufficient as cold
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storage temperature.
Preparation of Ice Cubes
0 1. Fill the ice cube tray 3/4 full with cold water, place it in the freezer and
leave to freeze.
2. To loosen the frozen cubes, either bend the ice cube tray or hold it
under running water for a few seconds.
Important! Never try to free an ice tray that is frozen to the freezer
compartment using pointed or sharp edged objects. Use a soft plastic
scraper.
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Storage Goods Symbols/Freezing Calendar
(not on all models)
• The symbols on the drawers
show different types of frozen
goods.
• The numbers indicate storage
times in months for the appropriate types of frozen goods. Whether
the upper or lower value of the indicated storage time is valid
depends on the quality of the foods and pre-treating before freezing.
The lower value applies to foods with high fat content.
Maximum Load
In order to load large quantities or bulky freezer items, you can remove
the interior (except for the bottom drawer and the upper compartment
lid, which serves for good ventilation) and place the freezer goods
directly onto the storage grid.
However, when the drawers are removed, the stored items must not
extend the load limit at the storage grid‘s front.
Cooling
The appliance is suitable, depending upon the preset temperature, for
• "Long Fresh" Cooling
• "Standard" Cooling
• Drinks cooling.
The drawers of the appliance can be removed individually.
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The removal is then especially advantageous if due to its size the
foodstuff you want to cool does not fit inside a drawer. You can in this
case stack the drawer below correspondingly higher.
"Long Fresh" Cooling
By selecting the DESIRED temperature of 0 °C up to +2 °C this
appliance can be used as a "Long Fresh" cooling unit.
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Cooling
The "Long Fresh" cooling process enables optimum storage conditions
for fresh foodstuff. The foodstuff remains fresh up to three times
longer in comparison to storage in normal refrigerators.
• Commodities suitable for "Long Fresh" cooling are:
– meat and sausages
– fresh poultry
– fresh fish
– milk, butter, curd cheese
– berries, fruits and vegetables
– salads, mushrooms.
• Foodstuff unsuitable for "long fresh" cooling are:
– coldness-sensitive fruits, e.g. bananas, papayas, passion fruits,
avocados and citrus fruits;
– coldness-sensitive vegetables, e.g. paprika, cucumber, zucchini,
egg-plants, potatoes and tomatoes;
– Fruits and vegetables, which should still ripen, e.g. pears.
• Pack all foodstuffs prior to "long fresh" cooling. Thus, the aroma, the
moisture and the colour is retained longer.
• The following are suited for packaging:
– Airtight bags and foils made of polyethylene
– Closable plastic containers
– aluminium foil.
"Standard" Cooling
By selecting the DESIRED temperature in the range of +5 °C, this
appliance can be used as a normal refrigerator.
• Foodstuff should always be covered or packed in the cool room, in
order to prevent drying out and odour or taste transmission to other
cooled foodstuffs.
• The following are suited for packaging:
– Airtight bags and foils made of polyethylene
– Plastic container with cover
– Special hoods made of plastic with rubber band
– aluminium foil.
Cooling drinks
By selecting the DESIRED-Temperature up to +16 °C, the appliance can
perfectly be used as a cooling unit for drinks.
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Maintenance and Cleaning
Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out DISCONNECT
the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply.
Warning!
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• Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture could
accumulate in electrical components, danger of electrical shock! Hot
vapours can lead to the damage of plastic parts.
• The appliance must be dry before it is placed back into service.
• The appliance defrosts automatically. Do not use mechanical or
artificial devices to accelerate the defrosting process.
Attention!
• Ethereal oils and organic solvents can attack plastic parts, e.g.
– lemon juice or the juice from orange peals;
– butyric acid;
– cleansers which contain acetic acid.
Do not allow such substances to come into contact with appliance
parts.
• Do not use any abrasive cleansers.
0 1. Press the TURBO/FROSTMATIC button about 12 hours prior to cleaning,
so that the frozen goods can build up a sufficient chill reserve.
Caution! Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Hands can freeze
to the goods.
2. Remove frozen goods, pack them in several layers of newspaper, cover
them and store them in a cool place.
3. Switch appliance off by pressing and holding the ON/OFF button for
approximately 2 seconds.
4. Remove the mains plug or switch off or turn out the circuit breaker or
fuse.
5. Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and lukewarm water. Commercially available dish washing detergents may also
be used.
6. After cleaning wipe with fresh water and rub dry.
7. Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure they are clean
and free from debris.
Accumulation of dust at the condenser increases energy consumption.
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For this reason carefully clean the condenser at the back of the
appliance once a year with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner.
8. After everything is dry place appliance back into service.
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2 Energy Saving Advice
• Do not install the appliance close to sources of heat, such as a boiler,
dishwasher or radiator.
• Locate the appliance in a cool well ventilated room and make sure
that the air openings of the appliance are not obstructed.
• Always leave warm food to cool down to room temperature before
placing in the freezer.
• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods or opening the
door too frequently as warm air will enter the cabinet and cause the
compressor to switch on unnecessarily often.
• Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the door from closing
properly.
• Place frozen goods into the refrigerator for thawing. Cold from fro-
zen goods is thus used for cooling in the refrigerator.
• Always keep the condenser at the back of the appliance clean.
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What to do if ...
Correcting Malfunctions
Perhaps a malfunction has been caused by a minor error, which you can
correct yourself with the help of the following instructions. Do not
attempt any further repairs if the following instructions do not help in
each specific case.
Warning! Freezers must only be repaired by trained personnel. Repairs
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carried out by untrained personnel can lead to substantial danger for
the user. Please contact your local Service Force Centre for repairs or
service.
Malfunction Possible cause Remedy
Appliance does not
function, temperature
display is not lit.
Red warning display
flashes, temperature display shows temperature
below -11 °C, door is
closed.
Red warning display
flashes, warning tone
sounds, temperature display shows temperature
above -11 °C, door is
closed.
Red warning indicator is
flashing, temperature display shows a square or a
letter.
Appliance is not switched
on.
Mains plug is not inserted
or is loose.
Fuse has blown or is
defective.
Mains socket is defective.
Temperature Warning.
Frozen goods have been
warmed to such an extent
that they have been
partially or completely
thawed.
Temperature Warning.
Frozen goods have been
warmed to such an extent
that they have been
partially or completely
thawed.
A functions error has
occurred.
Switch appliance on.
Insert mains plug.
Check fuse, replace if
necessary.
Mains malfunctions are to
be corrected by an
electrician.
Please refer to the section
"Control and Information
Systems".
Please refer to the section
"Control and Information
Systems".
Please make a note of the
indicated error and inform
your local Service Force
Centre. Do not open the
appliance door again.
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What to do if ...
Malfunction Possible cause Remedy
The appliance is overcooling.
The freezer compartment
temperature is insufficient.
Interior illumination does
not function.
Accumulation of frost at
the door seal.
Unusual noises.
The compressor does not
start immediately after
pressing the TURBO/
FROSTMATIC button, or
after changing the
temperature setting.
The temperature has been
set too low.
Temperature is not properly
adjusted.
Door was open for a long
time.
Within the last 24 hours a
large quantity of warm
foods were loaded.
Appliance is next to a
source of warmth.
Light bulb is defective.
Door is not properly sealed
(perhaps after reversing
the door).
Appliance is not level.
Appliance is in contact
with wall or other objects.
A part at the back of the
appliance, e.g. a tube, is in
contact with another
appliance part or the wall.
This is normal, no error has
occurred.
Temporarily select a higher
temperature setting.
Please refer to the section
"Temperature Adjustment".
Only leave the door open
as long as necessary.
Press TURBO/FROSTMATIC
button.
Please refer to the section
"Installation Location".
Please refer in this chapter
under "Replace light bulb" .
Carefully warm the door
seal with a hand-held hair
dryer at those points which
are not airtight (no warmer
than approx. 50°C). At the
same time, shape the
warmed door seal by hand,
so that it is again properly
seated.
Readjust the front levelling
feet.
Push appliance away a
short distance.
Bend this part away
carefully if necessary.
The compressor starts after
a period of time.
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What to do if ...
Malfunction Possible cause Remedy
Only temperatures above
0 °C can be set, although
the appliance should be
used as a freezing unit.
Only temperatures below
0 °C can be set, although
the appliance should be
used as a cooling unit.
The appliance is in the
operation mode "Cooling".
The appliance is in the
operation mode "Freezing".
Selecting the operation
mode "Freezing". For that,
please refer in the "Select
Freezing or Cooling"
chapter.
Select the operation mode
"Cooling". For that, please
refer in the chapter "Select
Freezing or Cooling".
Replacing the light bulb
Warning! Danger of electrical shock! Before replacing the light bulb
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switch appliance off and remove the mains plug, or switch off or
disconnect from the electricity supply.
Light bulb specifications: 220-240 V, max. 25 W, socket: E 14
0 1. To switch the appliance off press
and hold the ON/OFF button for
approximately 1 second.
2. Remove mains plug.
3. For replacement of the light bulb
press the cover and remove it like
shown on the illustration.
4. Replace defective light bulb.
5. Place the cover again.
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Noises during Operation
The following noises are characteristic of refrigeration appliances:
• Clicks
Whenever the compressor switches on or off, a click can be heard.
• Humming
As soon as the compressor is in operation, you can hear it humming.
• Bubbling/Splashing
When refrigerant flows into thin tubes, you can hear bubbling or
splashing noises. Even after the compressor has been switched off,
this noise can be heard for a short time.
• Noise
The ventilator generates air flow whereby noise can be emitted.
Regulations, Standards, Guidelines
This appliance was designed for household use and was manufactured
in accordance with the appropriate standards. The necessary measures
in accordance with appliance safety legislation regulations (GSG), accident prevention regulations for refrigeration appliances (VBG 20) and
the regulations of the German Society of Electrical Engineers (VDE)
were observed in the manufacture of this appliance.
The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks.
This appliance is in accordance with the following EU guidelines:
;
– 73/23/EWG dated 19 February 1973 - low voltage guidelines.
– 89/336/EWG dated 3 May 1989
(including guideline change notice 92/31/EWG) - EMV guideline
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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.
• Refrigerant Circuit
Closed circulation system that contains the refrigerant. The refrigerant circuit comprises primarily of an evaporator, a compressor, a condenser and pipe work.
• Evaporator
The refrigerant is evaporated in the evaporator. Similar to all other
liquids, refrigerant requires heat to evaporate. This heat is removed
from the interior of the appliance, as a result the interior is cooled.
The evaporator is therefore located inside the appliance or placed in
foam immediately behind the inner wall and thus not visible.
• Compressor
The compressor looks like a small drum. It is driven by a built-in electric motor and is mounted on the base of the appliance at the rear.
The task of the compressor is to draw in vaporised refrigerant from
the evaporator, to compress it, and to pass it on to the condenser.
• Condenser
The condenser normally has the form of a grid. The refrigerant compressed in the compressor is liquefied in the condenser. During this
process, heat is released to the surrounding air at the surface of the
condenser. The condenser is mounted on the base of the appliance.
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Customer Service
If you cannot find the remedy for a malfunction in these operating
instructions, please contact your dealer or our customer service
department. Addresses and telephone numbers are listed in the
accompanying booklet "Guarantee Conditions/Customer Service
Locations".
Selective ordering of replacement parts can save unnecessary travel
and costs. For this reason always provide the following appliance
information:
•Model Name
• Model Number (PNC)
• Serial Number (S-No.)
This information can be found on the rating plate in the interior at the
left of the appliance. We recommend that you enter this information
here, so that it is handy if needed.
If the temperature display should indicate an error, inform customer
service of the displayed error.
Note: The customer bears the costs of unjustified customer service
calls even during the guarantee period.
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