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ÖKO_SANTO
SANTO
Einbau-Kühlschränke
Built-In Refrigerators
Réfrigérateurs encastrables
Refrigeradores empotrados
Frigoriferi integrabili
Inbouw koelkasten
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Gebrauchsanweisung
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Operating Instructions
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Mode d’emploi
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Instrucciones de servicio
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Istruzioni per l’uso
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Gebruiksaanwijzing
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Dear customer,
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Before placing your new refrigerator/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.
These operating instructions are for use with several technically
comparable models with varying accessories. Please observe the notes
which apply to your model.
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!, Attention!). Please observe
the following carefully.
This symbol and numbered instructions guide you step by step in the
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operation of the appliance.
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Supplementary information regarding operation and practical applica-
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tions 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, our customer service
department is always available to you.
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nted on paper manufactured with environmentally sound processes.
he who thinks ecologically acts accordingly ...
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Content
Safety
Disposal
Appliance Packaging Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Disposal of old Appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Remove transport safeguard
Installation
Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Your refrigerator needs ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Installation
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Appliance Description
View of Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Prior to Initial Start–Up
Starting Up - Setting the Temperature
Switching off the appliance
Interior Accessories
Storage Shelves/Storage Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Moisture regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Variable Inner Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Bottle/can shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Variable Storage Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Bottle Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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Correct Storage
Defrosting
The fridge defrosts automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Cleaning and Maintenance
Energy Saving Tips
What to do if ...
Correcting Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Changing the light bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
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Customer Service
Noises during Operation
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Regulations, Standards, Guidelines
Technical Terminology
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Safety
The safety aspects of our refrigerators comply with accepted technical
standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. Nevertheless, we consider it our obligation to make you aware of the following safety information:
Intended use
• The refrigerator is intended for use in the home. It is suitable for the
storing of food at low temperature. If the appliance is used for purposes other than those intended or used incorrectly, no liability can
be accepted by the manufacturer for any damage that may be
caused.
• Alterations or changes to the refrigerator are not permitted for reasons of safety.
• If you use the refrigerator in a commercial application or for purposes other than the cooling of foods, please observe all valid legal
regulations for your application.
Prior to initial start–up
• Check the refrigerator for transport damage. Under no circumstance
should a damaged appliance be plugged in! In the event of damage,
please contact the vendor.
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.
• 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 of children
• Packaging (e.g. wraps, polystyrene) can be dangerous for children.
There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging material away from
children!
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Safety
• Please make old appliances unusable prior to disposal. Pull out the
mains plug, cut off the mains cable, break or remove spring or bolt
catches, if fitted. By doing this you ensure that children cannot lock
themselves in the fridge when playing (there is risk of suffocation!) or
get themselves into other dangerous situations.
• Often children cannot recognise the hazards present in household
appliances. It is therefore important that you ensure adequate supervision and never let children play with the appliance!
Daily Operation
• Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low temperatures. There is a risk of an explosion! Do not store any containers with
flammable materials such as, for example, spray cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc in the refrigerator.
• Do not operate any electrical appliances in the refrigerator (e.g. electric ice cream makers, mixers etc.).
• Before cleaning the appliance, always switch off the appliance and
unplug it, or pull the house fuse or switch off the circuit breaker.
• When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not
pull on the cable.
In case of malfunction
• If the a malfunction occurs on the appliance, please look first in the
"What to do if ..." section of these instructions. If the information
given there does not help, please do not perform any further repairs
yourself.
• Refrigerators/freezers may only be repaired by qualified service engineers. Improper repairs can give rise to significant hazards. If your
appliance needs repairing, please contact your specialist dealer or our
Customer Service.
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Disposal
Appliance Packaging Information
All materials are environmentally sound! They can be dumped or
burned at an incinerating plant without danger!
About the materials: The plastics can be recycled and are identified as
follows:
>PE< for polyethylene, e.g. the outer covering and the bags in the interior.
>PS< for polystyrene foam, e.g. the pads, which are all free of chlorofluorocarbon.
The carton parts are made from recycled paper and should be disposed
of at a waste-paper recycling collection location.
Disposal of old Appliances
For environmental reasons, refrigeration appliances must be disposed of
properly. This applies to your old appliance, and - at the end of its service life - for your new appliance as well.
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.
Disposal:
• 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.
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Remove transport safeguard
The appliance and the interior fittings are protected for transport.
Remove all adhesive tape and packing pieces from the interior of the
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appliance.
You can remove any remnants of adhesive using white spirit.
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Installation
Installation Location
The appliance should be set up in a well ventilated, dry room.
Energy use is affected by the ambient temperature.
The appliance should therefore
– not be exposed to direct sunlight;
– not be installed next to radiators, cookers or other sources of heat;
– only be installed at a location whose ambient temperature corre-
sponds to the climate classification, for which the appliance is
designed.
The climate classification can be found on the serial 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:
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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
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.
If the refrigeration appliance is installed next to another refrigerator or
freezer a clearance of 5 cm at the sides is required, in order to prevent
the formation of condensation on the outside of the appliance.
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Your refrigerator needs ventilation
Integratable models (i-appliances)
The integrated door of the furniture cabinet largely seals the
installation recess. i-appliances
must therefore be provided with
ventilation by having an opening
in the furniture plinth. The
warmed air must be able to be
exhausted upwards through the
air shaft on the furniture back.
The ventilation cross-sections
should be at least 200 cm
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Installation
Important note!
In order not to
impair the function of the appliance, never cover or obstruct the ventilation openings.
Models fitted for matching front panel (E-appliances)
Installation option 1 (optimum):
Optimum ventilation of E-appliances is ensured through fresh
air being able to enter both
under the appliance as well as
through an opening in the furniture plinth. The warmed air must
be able to be exhausted upwards
through the air shaft (min. 200
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) on the furniture back.
cm
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Installation option 2:
Operation of E-appliances is possible even without a ventilation
opening in the furniture plinth.
The fresh air able to enter under
the appliance is sufficient for
ventilation. The function and life
of the appliance are not
impaired. The warmed air must
be able to be exhausted upwards
through the air shaft (min. 200
2
) on the furniture back. If the
cm
appliance is ventilated without a
plinth opening, however, the energy consumption may differ from that
specified in the brochure.
Important note! In order not to impair the function of the appliance,
never cover or obstruct the ventilation openings.
Installation
See installation instructions supplied.
Please check whether, after installing your appliance and especially
after rehingeing the door, the door seal seals right round. An untight
door seal may lead to heavy frosting and thereby to a higher power
consumption (see also „What to do if...“).
Electrical connection
Before initial start-up, refer to the appliance serial 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
(i.e. 220 to 240 volts alternating current, 50 Hertz)
The rating plate is inside the appliance on the left.
A correctly installed, earthed socket is required for the electrical supply.
The supply must have a fuse rating of at least 10 Amps.
If the socket is not accessible once the appliance is built in, the electrical installation must include suitable means of isolating the appliance
from the mains (e.g. fuse, cut-out, current trip or similar with a minimum contact separation of 3 mm).
Attention: The mains connection cable may only be replaced by a skilled electrician. Please contact your dealer or our customer service
department for repairs.
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220 ... 240 V~50 Hz
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Appliance Description
View of Appliance
(various models)
Temperature regulator and interior lighting
➀
Butter and cheese compartment with lid
➁
Variable storage box (not included with all models,
➂
design differs depending on the model)
Door storage compartment
➃
Bottle compartment
➄
Bottle holder (not on all models)
Fruit and vegetable trays
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Shelves
➆
General purpose box (not included with all models)
➇
Moisture regulation (not on all models)
➈
Bottle / Can holder (not on all models)
➉
Serial plate
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Prior to Initial Start–Up
Please clean the appliance interior and all accessories prior to initial
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start-up (see section: “Cleaning and Maintenance”).
Starting Up - Setting the Temperature
The temperature regulator is in the refrigerator compartment on the upper right. It
is also the ON/OFF-switch.
Position "0" = Refrigeration off
Position "1" = Warmest interior tempera-
ture
Position "6" = Coldest interior temperature
Plug the mains plug into the mains socket.
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Set the required temperature by turning the temperature regulator.
2.
The inside light goes on. The compressor starts and then runs automatically.
If you want a higher or lower temperature, turn the temperature regu-
3.
lator to a warmer or cooler setting respectively.
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Note: When the setting is changed, the compressor does not start
immediately if automatic defrosting is currently taking place.
Goods to be refrigerated can be loaded immediately after switching on,
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because the storage temperature in the refrigerator is quickly reached.
Note: From a food science point of view, +5 °C should be considered
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cold enough as a storage temperature.
The following effects are of significance in respect of the interior temperature:
– Ambient temperature;
– Quantity and temperature of the food stored;
– Frequency with which the door is opened and how long it is left
open
– A defect in the appliance.
The temperature regulator setting may therefore need to be adjusted to
suit the specific conditions.
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Recommended settings:
Examples:
Ambient temperature Temperature controller position
Approx. 10 °C Range up to 1
Approx. 16 °C Range about 2
Approx. 25 °C Range about 2
Approx. 32 °C 2 to3
Approx. 38 °C 1 to2
Important!
High ambient temperatures (e.g. on hot summer days) and a cold setting on the temperature regulator (position"5" to "6") can cause the
compressor to run continuously.
Reason: when the ambient temperature is high, the compressor must
run continuously to maintain the low temperature in the appliance. The
fridge will not be able to defrost since automatic defrosting of the
fridge is only possible when the compressor is not running (see also
"Defrosting" section). The result is the build up of a thick layer of frost
on the fridge rear wall.
If this happens, turn the temperature regulator back to a warmer setting (position "4" to "5"). At this setting the compressor will be
switched on and off as usual and automatic defrosting recommenced.
Switching off the appliance
To switch off the appliance, turn the temperature regulator to position
0
1.
"0". The inside light goes out.
If the appliance is not going to be used for an extended period:
Switch off the appliance by turning the temperature regulator to posi-
1.
tion "0". The inside light goes out.
Remove the mains plug or switch off or turn out the circuit breaker or
2.
fuse.
Clean thoroughly (see section: “Cleaning and Maintenance”).
3.
Leave the door open to avoid the build up of odours.
4.
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Interior Accessories
Storage Shelves/Storage Racks
Depending on the model, your appliance is equipped with either glass
storage shelves or storage racks.
The glass shelf above the fruit and vegetable compartment must always
remain in this position so that fruit and vegetables stay fresh longer.
The remaining storage shelves
can be adjusted to various
heights:
Pull the storage shelf forward
0
1.
until it can be tipped up or down
and removed.
To insert at a different height
2.
use the same procedure in
reverse.
Adjustment for tall goods:
Remove the front half of the
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1.
two-part vario glass storage shelf
and insert it at a different level.
Space is thus gained for storage
of tall goods on the underlying
storage shelf.
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Interior Accessories
Moisture regulation
(not on all models)
On some models, there is an adjustable air grille in front of the shelf
above the fruit and vegetable compartments.
The opening in the ventilation slots can be steplessly adjusted with a
slider.
Slider in right position:
Ventilation slots opened.
Slider in left position:
Ventilation slots closed.
With the ventilation slots open,
the stronger air circulation results
in a lower air moisture content in
the fruit and vegetable compartments.
When the ventilation slots are closed, the natural moisture content of
the food in the fruit and vegetable compartments is preserved for longer.
Variable Inner Door
The door compartments can be pulled up and removed, and inserted at
other positions as needed.
Bottle/can shelf
Some models are fitted with a bottle/
can shelf.
To insert or move the bottle/can
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shelf, pull out the corresponding
storage shelf.
Ensure that the bottle or cans do not
touch the rear wall of the appliance
or, when the door is closed, the door
shelf.
Always lay bottles in the shelf with
the top to the front.
Small bottles and cans can be placed crossways in the holder.
Attention !
Place only unopened bottles or cans horizontally.
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Interior Accessories
Variable Storage Box
(not on all models, design differs depending on the model)
Some models are equipped with a variable storage box which is fitted
under a door shelf compartment and can be slid sideways.
The box can be inserted under
every door shelf compartment.
To change, lift the shelf compart-
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1.
ment with the box upwards and
out of the holders in the door and
remove the retaining bracket out
of the guide under the shelf compartment.
Please do the same in reverse to
2.
insert the shelf at a different
height.
The variable box can be hung from
a storage shelf in the refrigerator
compartment:
Pull the storage shelf forward until
0
1.
it can be tipped up or down and
removed.
Hang the chrome retaining bracket
2.
on the taper on the storage shelf
and slide the storage shelf back
into the guides.
Bottle Holder
(not included with all models)
On some models there is a bottle holder in the bottle compartment. This is
used to prevent individual bottles
from falling over and can be slid sideways.
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Correct Storage
For physical reasons, there are different
temperature regions in the fridge. The
coldest region is on the lowest storage
shelf. Warmer regions are the top storage shelf, the vegetable basket and the
storage compartments on the door.
The arrangement example shows at
which places in the refrigerator suitable temperatures for various types of
foods exist.
Food in the fridge should always
Tip:
be covered or packaged, to prevent
drying and tainting of other food.
The following are suited for packaging:
– Polyethylene airtight bags and wraps;
– Plastic containers with lids;
– Special plastic covers with elastic;
– aluminium foil.
Defrosting
The fridge defrosts automatically
The rear wall of the fridge covers with frost when the compressor is
running, and defrosts when the compressor is off.
The water from the thawing frost is collected in the drain channel on
the rear of the fridge, feed through the drain hole into the collector on
the compressor, and then evaporated.
The condensation water drain hole must be cleaned regularly (see the
section "Cleaning and Maintenance".
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Cleaning and Maintenance
For hygienic reasons the appliance interior, including interior accessories, should be cleaned regularly.
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Warning!
• The appliance may not be connected to the mains during cleaning.
Danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning switch the appliance off
and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or turn out the
circuit breaker or fuse.
• Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture could accu-
mulate in electrical components, danger of electrical shock! Hot
vapours can lead to the damage of plastic parts.
• Do not use defrosting sprays, they can be hazardous to your health
and/or contain substances that damage plastics.
• The appliance must be dry before it is placed back into service.
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.
Remove the food from the refrigerator. Store it in a cool place, well
1.
0
covered.
Switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or
2.
switch off or turn out the circuit breaker or fuse.
Remove frost from time to time with a soft plastic scraper, e.g. a pastry
3.
scraper. Under no circumstances use hard or pointed objects to remove
frost.
Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and luke-
4.
warm water. Commercially available dish washing detergents may also
be used.
After cleaning wipe with fresh water and rub dry.
5.
Regularly unblock the condensation
6.
water drainage hole in the rear wall
of the refrigeration chamber with
the aid of the green strip inserted
into the drainage hole.
After everything is dry place appliance back into service.
7.
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Energy Saving Tips
• Do not install the appliance near cookers, radiators or other sources
of warmth. High ambient temperatures cause longer, more frequent
operation of the compressor.
• Ensure sufficient air circulation and exhaust at the appliance base
and at the back wall of the appliance. Never cover air vent openings.
• Do not place warm foods into the appliance. Allow warm foods to
cool first.
• Only leave door open as long as necessary.
• Do not set temperature any colder than necessary.
What to do if ...
Correcting Malfunctions
A malfunction may be caused by only a minor fault that you can rectify
yourself using the following instructions. Do not perform any other
work on the appliance if the following information does not provide
assistance in your specific case.
Warning!
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qualified service engineers. Improper repairs can give rise to significant
Repairs to refrigerators/freezers may only be performed by
hazards for the user. If your appliance needs repairing, please contact
your specialist dealer or our Customer Service.
Malfunction Possible Cause Remedy
Appliance is not switched
on.
Mains plug is not plugged
in or is loose.
Appliance does not work.
Appliance cools too much. Temperature is set too cold.
Fuse has blown or is defective.
Socket is defective.
Switch on the appliance.
Insert mains plug.
Check fuse, replace if necessary.
Mains malfunctions are to
be corrected by an electrician.
Turn the temperature regulator to a warmer setting
temporarily.
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Malfunction Possible Cause Remedy
The food is too warm.
Interior lighting does not
work.
Heavy build up of frost,
possibly also on the door
seal.
The compressor does not
start immediately after
changing the temperature
setting.
Water on the floor or on
storage shelves.
Temperature is not properly
adjusted.
Door was open for an
extended period.
A large quantity of warm
food was placed in the
appliance within the last
24 hours.
The appliance is near a
heat source.
Light bulb is defective.
Door seal is not air tight
(possibly after changing
over the hinges).
This is normal, no error has
occurred.
Water drain hole is
blocked.
Please look in the "Starting
Up - Setting the Temperature" section.
Open the door only as long
as necessary.
Turn the temperature regulator to a colder setting
temporarily.
Please look in the "Installation Location" section.
Please look in the "Changing the Light Bulb" section.
Carefully warm the leaking sections of the door
seal with a hair dryer (not
hotter than approx. 50 °C).
At the same time shape the
warmed door seal by hand
such that it sits correctly.
The compressor starts after
a period of time.
See the "Cleaning and
Maintenance" section.
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Changing the light bulb
Warning! There is a risk of electric shocks! Before changing the light
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bulb, switch off the appliance and unplug it, or pull the fuse or the circuit breaker.
Light bulb data: 220-240 V, max. 15 W, fitting: E 14
To switch off the appliance,
1.
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turn the temperature regulator to position "0".
Unplug the mains plug.
2.
To change the light bulb,
3.
undo the cross head screw
and remove the light bulb
cover.
Change the defective light
4.
bulb.
Refit the light bulb cover and the cross head screw.
5.
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:
This information can be found on the rating plate in the interior at the
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• Model Name
• Model Number (PNC)
• Serial Number (S-No.)
left of the appliance. We recommend that you enter this information
here, so that it is handy if needed.
Note: The customer bears the costs of unjustified customer service
calls even during the guarantee period.
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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.
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.
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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
– 94/2/EG dated 21. 01. 1994 - Directive on Energy Labelling
– 96/57 EG dated 3. 9. 1996 - Energy Efficiency Requirements of
Household Electric Refrigerators, Freezers and Combinations Thereof.
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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 refriger-
ant circuit comprises primarily of an evaporator, a compressor, a con-
denser 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 elec-
tric 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 com-
pressed 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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