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SANTO
Refrigerator
Frigoríficos electrónicos
Refrigeradores electrónicos
Operating Instructions
Instrucciones para el uso
Instruções de utilização
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Dear customer,
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Before placing your new refrigerator into operation please read these
operating instructions carefully. They contain important information
for safe use, for installation and for care of the appliance.
Please keep these operating instructions for future refer ence. P ass them
on to possible new owners of the appliance.
These operating instructions describe the refrigerator part of your sideby-side combination fridge-freezer.
Notes which are important for your safety or for the proper function-
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ing 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 uses of
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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.
nted on paper manufactured with environmentally sound processes.
he who thinks ecologically acts accordingly ...
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Contents
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Environmental Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Appliance Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
The Refrigerator needs Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Appliance Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installation of the carbon filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Appliance Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
View of Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Buttons for Adjusting the Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Temperature Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
COOLMATIC button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Quick chill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
WARNING OFF button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Prior to Initial Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Initial Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Temperature Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Switching the Appliance off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Holiday Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Control and Information Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
"Open Door"-Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Temperature warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Function Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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Contents
Interior Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Storage Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Variable Inner Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Fruit and Vegetable Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Bottle Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Quick Chill Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Bottle- and Can Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Dismantling of the Bottle- and Can Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Bottle Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Opening the Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Correct Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
The Refrigerator is defrosted automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Change of the carbon filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
What to do if ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Correcting Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Replacing the light bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Energy Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Noises during Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Regulations, Standards, Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Technical Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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1 Important Safety Instructions
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 rea-
sons of safety.
• If you use the refrigerator in a commercial application or for pur-
poses 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 your retailer.
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 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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Important Safety Instructions
• 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 tempera-
tures. 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.
• Warning - Do not operate any electrical appliances in the refrigera-
tor (e.g. electric ice cream makers, mixers etc.) unless they have been
authorised by the manufacturer.
• Warning - In order not to impair the function of the appliance, never
cover or obstruct the ventilation openings.
• Warning - Do not use any mechanical devices or other artificial
means to speed up defrosting unless they are recommended by the
manufacturer.
• 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 may only be repaired by qualified service engineers.
Improper repairs can give rise to significant hazards. If your appliance
needs repairing, please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre.
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2 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 the community waste disposal facilities.
2 Old appliance
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 for transport of 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
thus 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.
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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.
Remove the transport fittings from
the storage shelves:
4. Slide the fittings securing the shelf
forward to the thicker section on
the edge of the storage shelf.
5. Slide the storage shelf far enough
forward so that it can be hinged
downwards and the fittings can be
removed from the guides.
Installation
The position of the freezer part and the fridge part in the combination
fridge-freezer can be decided by the customer. However the final
assembly of the appliance or a later change in the position of the
freezer and fridge must be carried out by the AEG Customer Care
Department.
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.
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Installation
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
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 Refrigerator needs Ventilation
Air is fed under the door through the vent
slots in the base and is exhausted upwards
along the back wall. To ensure proper air
circulation never cover or alter the vent
openings.
Important! If the appliance is installed
under 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
rehingeing the door, the door seal seals right round. An untight door
seal may lead to heavy frosting and a higher power consumption (see
also "Something not working“).
Appliance Alignment
0 1. The appliance level please compensate for unevenness in the floor by
turning the two adjustable feet at the front.
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Electrical Connection
Before initial start-up, refer to the appliance r ating plate to ascertain if
supply voltage and current values correspond with those of the mains
at the installation location.
e.g.: AC220 ... 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 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).
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.
Installation of the carbon filter
On delivery the carbon filter is placed
in a plastic bag to secure the length of
life of the carbon filter. The filter
should be placed behind the grill
before the cabinet is turned on.
Installation
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1. The cover can be opened by simultaneously pressing the lever on the right of
grill (1) and turning the cover outward
(2).
2. The carbon filter is then mounted in
the slot found in the back of the cover
(3).
The filter should be handled carefully
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so fragments don´t loosen from the
surface.
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Appliance Description
View of Appliance
á Control panel
à Butter and cheese compartment with lid
â Door storage compartments
ã Bottle compartment
å Fruit and vegetable drawer
ç Shelves
é Quick chill shelf
è Grid
ê Bottle and can holder
Bottle rack
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Rating plate
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Appliance Description
Control Panel
1 ON/OFF button
2 Button for adjusting the temperature (for warmer temperatures)
3 Temperature display
4 Button for adjusting the temperature (for colder temperatures)
5 COOLMATIC indicator light (yellow)
6 COOLMATIC button
7 Warning indicator light (red)
8 WARNING OFF button (see „Control- and information system“)
Buttons for Adjusting the Temperature
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.
DESIRED temperature means:
The temperature that is required in the refrigerator compartment. The
DESIRED temperature is indicated by flashing numbers.
ACTUAL temperature means:
The temperature display indicates the temperature that is currently
present in the refrigerator compartment. The ACTUAL temperature is
indicated with illuminated numbers.
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Appliance Description
Temperature Display
The temperature display can indicate several pieces of
information.
• During normal operation, the temperature currently present in the
refrigerator (ACTUAL temperature) is displayed.
• When the temperature is being adjusted a flashing display indicates
the fridge compartment temperature currently set (DESIRED temperature).
• If there is a fault in the appliance the temperature display shows a
square in the upper part of the temperature display.
COOLMATIC button
The COOLMATIC function is suited for quick cooling of
large quantities of goods in the refrigerator, e.g. drinks
and salads for a party.
0 1. The COOLMATIC function is switched on by pressing the COOLMATIC
button. The yellow light illuminates.
The COOLMATIC function now provides for intensive cooling. A DESIRED temperature of +2 °C is automatically selected. The COOLMATIC
function is ended automatically after a period of 6 hours. The originally
selected DESIRED temperature is again valid. The temperature display
shows the ACTUAL refrigerator temperature.
2. The COOLMATIC function can be ended manually at any time by pressing the COOLMATIC button again. The yellow light goes out.
Quick chill
The quick chill function can be used for the fast cooling of drinks in
cans or bottles in the fast cool storage tray or of larger amounts of
room-temperature food. The built-in charcoal filter reduces the
development of any smell.
Chilling of cans or bottles
Place cans or bottles in the holder on the
fast cool storage tray in front of the fan
grille. Turn the fan regulator to maximum
and press the COOLMATIC button.
The yellow indicator light comes on.
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Chilling of food
Place the food in the fridge.
Open the fan regulator to maximum and press the COOLMATIC button.
The yellow indicator light comes on.
When the drinks or the food is sufficiently cooled, press the COOLMATIC
button again. The yellow indicator light goes out. Set the fan regulator to
the minimum position.
When this function has been activated, forced air will chill the groce-
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ries, and the temperature in the cabinet reset to +2°C. After 6 hours
the COOLMATIC function is ended automatically. The yellow light goes
out. Turn the air regulator to its minimum position.
WARNING OFF button
With the WARNING 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 stored.
Prior to Initial Start-Up
Before connecting the appliance to the mains and putting it into ope-
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ration 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 4 hours before putting it into operation. This is
necessary to allow the oil 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").
Initial Start-Up
0 1. Insert plug into mains socket.
2. Press ON/OFF button.
3. Set the refrigerator to the desired temperature (see section: "Tempera-
ture Adjustment").
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Temperature Adjustment
With the buttons for temperature adjustment the desired temper atur es
in the refrigerator can be adjusted.
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 temper atur e, press the „+“ (WARMER) button. To
adjust to a colder temperature, press the „-“ (COLDER) button. The
changed setting is immediately displayed on the temperature display.
Each time the button is pressed the temperature is adjusted by 1 °C.
Adjustable temperature range: +2°C to +8 °C, +15 °C (Holiday mode)
Note: From a food science point of view, +5 °C for the refrigerator
compartment should be considered cold enough as a storage
temperature.
When the buttons are not further pressed after an adjustment has been
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made, after a short period (approx. 5 sec.) the temperature display switches over and again displays the ACTUAL temperature in the refrigerator. The display changes from flashing to continuous illumination.
The compressor will start and then run automatically.
Information! 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.
Switching the Appliance off
0 1. To switch off, hold down the ON/OFF button for approx. 5 seconds. This
will result in a countdown from "3" to "1" taking place in the temperature display . On reaching "1" the fridge will switch off. The temper ature
display will go off.
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.
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If the appliance is to be removed from service for a lengthy period:
0 1. Switch off the appliance, to do this press the ON/OFF button until the
display extinguishes (see above).
2. Remove the mains plug or switch off.
3. Clean the appliance thoroughly (see section: "Maintenance and Clean-
ing").
4. Leave door open to avoid accumulation of odours.
Holiday Mode
In the holiday mode the temperature for the refrigerator is approximately +15 °C. In the holiday mode it is therefore possible to leave the
door of the empty refrigerator closed during periods of extended
absence. Advantage: Unintentional closing of the door, or accidental
closing of the door by persons who have access to your home during
your absence, is no longer possible. Without the holiday mode leaving
the door closed would lead to the accumulation of odours and mould.
After emptying and cleaning the appliance, proceed as follows:
0 1. To set the holiday mode, press the „+“ (WARMER) or „-“ (COLDER) but-
ton.
The temperature display will change and indicate in flashing numbers
the DESIRED temperature that is currently set.
2. Hold down the „+“ (WARMER) button until the temperature display
indicates H (for holiday). The temperature shown in the temperature
display will change in steps of 1 °C until it reaches +8 °C. After +8 °C
the value +15 °C will appear in the display with the letter H. The fridge
is now operating in energy-saving holiday mode.
To switch the fridge back to normal operation, press the „-“ (COLDER)
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button.
Important! Do not stor e any goods in the refriger ator when the holiday
mode is in operation. The temperature is regulated at about +15 °C
when the holiday mode is in operation. This is too warm for food products.
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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 if:
– if the appliance door remains open for longer than 5 minutes;
– if the temperature in the fridge compartment is too warm;
– functional disturbances at the appliance.
"Open Door"-Warning
If the fridge door is left open for longer than 5 minutes the red warning display will flash and an acoustic warning tone will sound.
If you need more time to load or rearrange refrigerated foods, you can
switch off the warning tone by pressing the WARNING OFF button.
The red warning display will go off when the door is closed.
Temperature warning
The red warning light flashes and a warning tone sounds, as soon as the
temperature in the refrigerator is warmer than 12 °C. Such a rise in
temperature can possibly be put down to:
– opening the door a lot or leaving it open for a long time;
– storing larger quantities of warm food;
– a fault with the appliance.
You can turn off the warning tone using the WARNING OFF button.
The warning light and the warning tone switch off automatically,
when the ACTUAL temperature existing in the refrigerator drops under
12 °C again.
Function Errors
If the appliance electronics detects a technical fault that needs to be
rectified by customer service, the temperature display shows a squar e in
the upper part of the temperature display. The red warning indicator
flashes. The appliance will continue to operate in emergency mode.
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Interior Accessories
Storage Shelves
The shelf in the lowest runners over the fruit and vegetable drawer
must always remain in this position, so that fruit and vegetables stay
fresher for longer.
The remaining storage shelves can
be adjusted to various heights:
0 1. Pull the storage shelf forward until
it can be tipped up or down and
removed.
2. To insert at a different height use
the same procedure in reverse.
Adjustment for tall items:
0 1. Remove the front half of the two-
part vario glass storage shelf and
insert it at a different level. Space is
then gained for storage of tall items
on the storage shelf below.
Variable Inner Door
The door compartments can be pulled up and removed, and inserted at
other positions as needed.
Fruit and Vegetable Drawer
The vegetable drawer can be
divided into sections by inserting
the dividers.
0 1. Insert the large divider in the mid-
dle or to the left side of the vegetable drawer as required.
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Interior Accessories
3 The ventilation grille above the
vegetable drawer improves air
circulation so that groceries keep
for longer.
Bottle Rack
Place bottles in the rack with the
bottleneck to the front.
Important: Only store unopened
bottles horizontally.
The bottle rack can be tilted for
storing opened bottles.
0 1. To do this pull the bottle rack for-
ward until it can be tilted
upwards, then slide the front support into the next level up.
Quick Chill Shelf
The quick chill shelf can be placed
in one of the upper grooves. To
maintain the best performance the
shelf should be placed in the
second groove from the top.
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Bottle- and Can Holder
The side of the bottle- and can
holder is moveable to enable a
more flexible placement of cans
and bottles in front of the grid. To
alow the holder to be moved
easier when moving sideways,
press the shelf backwards.
The bottle support can be pulled
out when chilling larger bottles.
Dismantling of the Bottle- and Can Holder
0 1. Take out the quick chill shelf with
holder from the cabinet.
2. To loosen the holder from the
shelf, bend the hooks/brackets
that surround the backside of the
shelf.
Bottle Holder
Some models are equipped with a
bottle holder in the bottle compartment. This is used to prevent
individual bottles from falling over
and can be slid sideways.
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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Correct Storage
The cooling fan ensures an even temperature distribution in the fridge.
There is a max. temperature difference of 1 °C. Foods with different
perishability can therefore be
arranged on the shelves as you like,
without having to take into account
the different temperature zones
which usually occur . The temperatur e
in the fruit and vegetable drawer is
around 3 - 4 °C higher than the
fridge temperature set. The example
arrangement opposite shows possible
ways of storing food.
Tip: Food stored in the refrigerator
compartment should always be
covered or packed so that they do
not dry out, lose their flavour, or
transfer their flavour to any other
refrigerated food. The following are
suitable for packing:
– polyethylene bags;
– plastic containers with lids;
– special plastic covers with rubber retainers;
– aluminium foil.
Defrosting
The Refrigerator is defrosted automatically
The electronics start the defrosting cycle in the refrigerator every time
the compressor stops.
The water collects in the discharge trough at the back wall of the
refrigerator, and is fed through the dischar ge opening in the catch tr ay
at the compressor where it is evaporated.
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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. Moistur e 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.
0 1. Remove the food from the refrigerator. Store it in a cool place, well
covered.
2. Switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or
switch off or turn out the circuit breaker or fuse.
3. Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and lukewarm water. Commercially available dish washing detergents may also
be used.
4. After cleaning wipe with fresh water and rub dry.
1 Important: Do not use cleaning agents for stainless steel or other
aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents. The protective coat of lacquer
on the stainless steel surface can be damaged by these.
The coat of lacquer protects against finger prints and therefore
additional cleaning agents and maintenance products are no longer
required.
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5. Regularly unblock the condensation water drainage hole in the rear
wall of the refrigeration chamber using a piece of flexible curtain wire.
Accumulation of dust at the condenser reduces cooling performance
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and increases energy consumption. For this reason carefully clean the
condenser at the back of the appliance once a year with a soft brush or
a vacuum cleaner .
6. After everything is dry place appliance back into service.
Change of the carbon filter
To maintain the best performance
the carbon filter should be changed once a year with normal
usage.
New carbon filters can be purchased from your local dealer.
0 1. The filter is placed behind the grill
and can be reached by opening
the cover. The cover can be opened by simultaneously pressing
the lever on the right of the grill
(1) and turning the cover outward
(2).
2. The carbon filter is then pulled
out of its slot (3).
3. The new carbon filter is placed in
the existing slot.
The filter should be handled care-
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fully so fragments don´t loosen
from the surface.
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What to do if ...
Correcting Malfunctions
A malfunction may be caused by only a minor fault that you can rectif y
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! Repairs to refrigerators may only be performed by qualified
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service engineers. Improper repairs can give rise to significant 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
Appliance does not work,
temperature display is not
lit.
Appliance cools too much. Temperature is set too cold.
The food is too warm.
in or is loose.
Fuse has blown or is defec-
tive.
Socket is defective.
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.
Switch on the appliance.
Insert mains plug.
Check fuse, replace if necessary.
Mains malfunctions are to
be corrected by an electrician.
Set the temperature to a
warmer setting temporarily.
Please look in the
"Temperature Adjustment"
section.
Open the door only as long
as necessary.
Press the COOLMATIC button or set the temperature
to a colder setting temporarily.
Please look in the "Installation Location" section.
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What to do if ...
Warning tone sounds, red
warning display is flashing
Red warning light flashing,
warning tone sounding
Temperature display shows
a square.
Interior lighting does not
work.
Heavy build up of frost,
possibly also on the door
seal.
Water on the floor or on
storage shelves.
Unusual noises.
The compressor does not
start immediately after
changing the temperature
setting or after pressing
the COOLMATIC button.
Malfunction Possible Cause Remedy
Switch off the warning
Door is opened for longer
than 5 minutes
Temperature warning
There is a function fault.
Light bulb is defective.
Door seal is not air tight
(possibly after changing
over the hinges).
Water drain hole is
blocked.
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.
tone by pressing the
WARNING OFF button. Do
not leave the door open for
longer than necessary.
Please look at
“Temperature warning”
section.
Please inform customer
service. Do not open the
door of the appliance
again.
Please look in the "Replace
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.
See the "Cleaning and
Maintenance" section.
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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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 turn
out the circuit breaker or fuse.
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.
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.
2 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.
• Always keep the condenser at the back of the appliance clean.
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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.
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 of the
appliance at the left.
Note: The customer bears the costs of unjustified customer service
calls even during the guarantee period.
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