Bosch B21CL80SNS/01 Owner’s Manual
B21CL80SNS
en Operating and installation instructions
fr Notices d’utilisation et de montage
es Instrucciones de uso y de montaje
en Table of Contents . . . . . 3
fr Table des matières . . . . 25
es Índice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
en Table of ContentsÃ
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . 4 Disposal information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Scope of Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Installing the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Aligning the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Connecting the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Installing the handles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Getting to know your appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Control and display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Operating tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Switching on the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Setting the temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Temperature unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Super Cool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Super Freeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Eco Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Auto Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Child Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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Refrigerator compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Fresh food compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Freezer compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Freezing food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Freezing fresh food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Thawing frozen food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Ice maker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Interior Fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Switching off and disconnecting the appliance . 19 Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 LED light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Energy saving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Operating noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Before Calling for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
STATEMENT OF LIMITED
PRODUCT WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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Definitions
WARNING
This indicates that death or serious injuries may occur as a result of not observing this warning.
CAUTION
This indicates that minor to moderate injuries may occur as a result of not observing this warning.
NOTICE
This indicates that damage to appliance or property may occur as a result of not observing this warning.
WARNING: Before you turn on the appliance
Please read the Operating and Installation Instructions carefully, including the following. They contain important safety information and instructions for installation, use and maintenance of the appliance. The manufacturer is not responsible if you fail to comply with the instructions and warnings. Retain all documents for subsequent use or for the next owner.
Technical safety
Improper installations and repairs may put the user at risk.
Repairs must be performed by an authorized service provider.
Only use original parts supplied by the manufacturer. Only original manufacturer supplied parts satisfy safety requirements.
If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by an authorized servicer.
The appliance comes with a UL listed 3-wire Power Cord.
Never sever or remove the third (ground) conductor from the power cord.
The appliance requires a 3-wire receptacle. The receptacle must be installed by a licensed electrician only. Comply with local codes.
Where there is a 2-wire standard wall receptacle, it is the responsibility of the customer to have this receptacle replaced with a correctly grounded 3-wire wall receptacle. Do not use any adapter plugs.
Important information when using the appliance
νNever use electrical devices inside the appliance.
Risk of explosion!
νNever use a steam cleaner to defrost or clean the appliance. The steam may penetrate electrical parts and cause a short-circuit. Risk of electric shock!
νDo not use pointed or sharp-edged objects to remove frost or layers of ice. You could damage the refrigerant tubes. Leaking refrigerant may ignite or cause eye injuries.
νDo not store products that contain flammable propellants (e.g. spray cans) or explosive substances in the appliance. Risk of explosion!
νDo not stand or support yourself on the base, drawers or doors or other parts of the appliance. You could damage the appliance or be injured.
νTo clean the appliance, pull out the power cord plug or switch off the electrical breaker or fuse! Do not pull out the power cord plug by tugging the cable.
νBottles that contain a high percentage of alcohol must be sealed and stored in an upright position.
νKeep plastic parts and the door seals free of oil and grease. Otherwise, plastic parts and door seal will become porous.
νNever cover or block the ventilation openings for the appliance. This forces the appliance to work harder, increasing its power consumption.
νThis appliance must not be used by children without adult supervision or by disabled persons without assistance.
νDo not store bottled or canned drinks (especially carbonated drinks) in the freezer compartment.
Bottles and cans may explode!
νDo not place popsicles or ice cubes straight from the freezer compartment into your mouth. Risk of low-temperature burns!
νDo not touch frozen surfaces or food in the freezer with wet hands. Skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces. Risk of injury!
νDo not scrape off frost or stuck frozen food with a knife or pointed object. You could damage the appliance or be injured.
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Children in the household
WARNING
Keep children away from packaging and its parts.
Danger of suffocation from folding cartons and cling wrap!
Do not allow children to play with the appliance!
If the appliance features a lock, keep the key out of the reach of children.
RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Please follow these instructions when product has reached the end of service to help prevent accidents:
νRemove the doors.
νLeave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
Disposal information
x Disposal of packaging
The packaging protects your appliance from damage during transit. All utilized materials are environmentally safe and recyclable. Please help us by disposing of the packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
Please ask your dealer or inquire at your local authority about current means of disposal.
WARNING
Risk of suffocation from cardboard boxes and plastic film!
Keep packaging and packaging components away from children.
General requirements
The appliance is suitable for
νrefrigerating food
νfreezing food
νmaking ice.
This appliance is intended for use in the home and the home environment.
The refrigeration circuit has been tested for leaks before leaving the factory.
State of California Proposition 65
Warnings
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to the State of Carlifornia to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
x Disposal of your old appliance
Old appliances are useful! Valuable raw materials can be reclaimed by recycling old appliances.
WARNING
Risk of child entrapment!
Children can lock themselves in the appliance.
Before disposing of the old refrigerator:
Remove the doors and the freezer compartment drawer.
Leave the shelves and containers in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
Proper disposal of appliances:
1.Pull out the power plug.
2.Cut off the power cord and discard with the power plug.
3.Do not take out the trays and shelves. This helps to prevent children from climbing in!
4.Do not allow children to play with the appliance.
Could cause suffocation!
Refrigerators contain refrigerants and their insulation contains gases. Refrigerant and gases must be disposed of properly. Follow local ordinances for disposal. Ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damaged prior to proper disposal.
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Scope of Delivery
After unpacking all parts, check for any damage in transit.
If there is damage, do not plug in your appliance. Please contact the dealer.
The following parts are included:
νFree-standing appliance
νInterior fittings (depending on model)
νBag containing installation materials
νOperating instructions
νInstallation instructions
νCustomer service booklet
νWarranty enclosure
νRegistration card
νInformation on the energy consumption and noises
Installation location
WARNING
Risk of explosion!
Do not install the appliance near explosive or flammable substances.
A dry, well-ventilated room is suitable as an installation location. The installation location should not be exposed to direct sunlight or placed near a heat source, e.g. a cooker, radiator, etc. If installation next to a heat source is unavoidable, use a suitable insulating plate or observe the following minimum distances from the heat source:
ν1Ê1/4I (3 cm) to electric or gas stoves.
ν11Ê3/16I (30 cm) to oil or solid fuel stoves.
To ensure that the Ice Maker functions correctly, the appliance must be upright.
Installing the appliance
Have an authorized technician install and connect the appliance according to the enclosed Installation Instructions.
WARNING
Do not install the appliance:
νoutdoors,
νin an environment subject to drips of water,
νin rooms with risk of frost.
Transporting
The appliance is heavy and must be secured during transport and installation.
The castors are provided for installation purposes only.
Do not use the castors for transporting the appliance.
WARNING
Risk of injury!
The appliance is very heavy. It can fall over and cause serious injuries during transport and installation. At least two people are required to install the appliance safely. Keep the refrigerator doors closed until the appliance is upright and level at the installation location.
Hidden surfaces may have sharp edges. Use caution when reaching behind or under appliance.
Climatic classes
The climate class can be found on the rating plate. The climate class indicates within which ambient temperatures the appliance can be operated.
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°F to 90 |
°F (+16 |
°C to 32 °C) |
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°F to 100 °F (+16 °C to 38 °C) |
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°F to 110 °F (+16 °C to 43 °C) |
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Subsurface
NOTICE
The appliance is very heavy.
The floor on which the appliance is to be installed must be rigid. Reinforce the floor, if necessary.
Ventilation
The refrigeration unit is ventilated only via the ventilation grille in the base. Never cover the ventilation grille or place anything in front of it. Otherwise the refrigeration unit must work harder, increasing the power consumption.
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Aligning the appliance
NOTICE
To ensure that the appliance operates correctly, use a level to align the appliance.
If the appliance is not level, water may flow out of the ice maker, ice cubes may be irregular, or the doors may not close properly.
1.Place the appliance in the designated location.
2.So that the appliance cannot move, unscrew the two front feet until they are standing firmly on the floor.
3.Screw the feet in/out until the appliance is exactly level.
4.Use the level to check if the appliance is level.
NOTICE
To ensure that the appliance does not move, the front feet must be firmly planted on the floor.
5.If the height of the refrigerator compartment doors are uneven or if the freezer compartment drawer is slanted after adjusting the level of the appliance, use the following method to adjust them.
Adjusting the refrigerator doors
The appliance must be level in order to get the doors to align.
1.Raise the lower door up to the level of the higher door.
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2.Insert the supplied fastener-ring (A) using a pair of pliers (B) in the gap between the
hinge-grommet (C) and the lower hinge (D). The number of fasten-rings you will need to insert depends on the gap.
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Installing the base plate
1.Mount the base plate.
2.Insert the three screws and tighten.
Connecting the appliance
Have a technician install and connect the appliance according to the enclosed Installation Instructions.
Do not remove the transportation protection devices from the shelves and storage compartments until the appliance has been installed and aligned.
Always connect the water before the power.
Apart from statutory national regulations, you should comply with all applicable local electricity and water companies codes and requirements.
After installing the appliance, wait at least 6 hours before switching the appliance on. During transportation the oil in the compressor may have flowed into the refrigeration system.
Before switching the appliance on for the first time, clean the interior of the appliance (see chapter “Cleaning the Appliance”).
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Water connection
WARNING
Risk of electric shock and damage to the appliance!
Disconnect the appliance from the power source before performing any work on the water connection.
Only a qualified installation technician may connect the appliance to the water supply in accordance with plumbing and relevant water utility company regulations.
Connect the appliance to a drinking water line only:
νMinimum pressure:
0.17MPa (1.72 bar)
νMaximum pressure:
0.82MPa (8.25 bar)
νPressure over 0.82 MPa (8.25 bar): install a pressure limiter between drinking water connection and hose set.
The water may be connected only by a competent plumber according to the local regulations of the appropriate Water Supply company.
A cold water connection is necessary for operating the ice maker. The water pressure must be between
25 and 120 p.s.i. (1.72 and 8.25 bar). The installation must correspond to the local plumbing regulations.
A separate Shut-Off-Valve should be installed in the cold-water inflow.
The Shut-Off-Valve should not be located behind the appliance. It is recommended that you mount the Shut-Off-Valve directly next to the appliance or at another place that is easily accessible.
When installing the water connection, pay attention to the permissible installation area for the water line.
For connection to the drinking water line use only water pipes that are suitable for drinking water. Observe national regulations and the connection conditions of the local Water Supply companies.
If the water from your water line is not drinkable, add an external water filter.
Connecting the water line
Most homes are equipped with water line installation parts. If yours is not or needs replacing, water line installation kits are available to purchase from
BSH part number 00646836 or from a hardware store/dealer.
1.Shut off the main water supply line.
2.Install a shut-off valve and ¼” water line, accessible with product in place. Refer to local code and instructions with water line installation kit (not included).
3.Pull back the collar (B) of the quick connect supplied on line (A).
At the lower portion of the product.
4.Insert newly installed supply line (C) into the quick connect and release collar (B).
5.Gently tug on the supply line to insure proper fit.
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6. Turn main water back on and check for leaks.
Water filter
CAUTION
Do not use the appliance in places where the water quality is unsafe or unknown without taking suitable disinfection precautions before and after filtering.
A water filter for filtering particles can be purchased from customer service.
The water filter should be replaced after 6 months at the latest.
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Electrical connection
WARNING
Risk of electric shock and fire if electrical connection is not installed properly!
Plug into a fixed, grounded 3-prong outlet only. The outlet must be installed and grounded according to code by a qualified electrician. If necessary, have the installation inspected by a qualified technician to ensure it is properly grounded.
Never remove grounding conductor.
Do not use an extension cord, adapters or power strip.
Non-compliance with these instructions may result in death, fire or an electric shock. Improper connection of the grounding conductor may result in an electric shock. If you are in doubt whether the appliance has been grounded properly, have the appliance tested by a qualified electrician.
The receptacle must be installed according to the Installation Manual.
Connect the appliance to 115 V/60 Hz AC through a correctly installed 3-pole grounded receptacle. The receptacle must be protected with a 10 to 16 A fuse.
The appliance comes with a UL registered 3-wire Power Cord.
Please see the following table:
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Fridge-freezer |
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Check on the Rating Plate whether the indicated voltage and current type correspond with the values of your power supply. The location of the Rating Plate can be found in the chapter “Customer Service”.
WARNING
Never connect the appliance to electronic energy saving devices.
Our appliances can be used with power line and sine-controlled inverters. Power line-controlled inverters are used for photovoltaic systems which are connected directly to the national grid. Sine-controlled inverters must be used for isolated applications (e.g. on ships or in mountain lodges) which are not connected directly to the national grid.
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Installing the handles
Storage door handle
1.Take the cold storage door handle out of the box and place it as per the direction shown in the figure (Note: i.e. the direction which both screw holes on the handle are close to the edge) and hang the handle above the set bolt.
2.Use the small hexagon wrench supplied in the box to set the handle screws into both the small screwed holes on the handle. After they are screwed down, gently shake the handle to confirm the handle is tightened.
Instructions for installation of cold storage door handle
Difference between the chilling and refrigeration handle:
Lie them flat, the one with higher chordal height is the refrigeration handle.
Refrigeration door handle
The assembly steps of the refrigeration door handle are the same as the ones of the cold storage door handle. During the assembly of the handle the direction of tapping hole is downward (to the ground).
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Getting to know your appliance
These operating and installation instructions apply to several models. The illustrations may differ from your particular model.
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Door handle |
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Freezer compartment |
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Drawer handle |
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Upper freezer drawer |
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Ice maker |
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Ice storage box |
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Control and display panel
Display
When turned on for the first time all icons show in display for 3 seconds then turn into black.
Display control
Normally after 30 seconds with no actions for door opening and no button operation the display panel light will go out. Every time when open door, close door or touch button the display panel returns to normal display.
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1“Refrigerator Temp.” button
Button for
νadjusting the temperature in the refrigerator compartment
νswitching the ”Super Cool” function on and off.
2”Eco Mode” button
Button for switching the Eco Mode on and off.
3”Ice Maker” button
Button for switching the ice maker on and off.
4“Freezer Temp.” button
Button for
νadjusting the temperature in the freezer compartment
νswitching the ”Super freeze” function on and off.
5”Auto Mode” button
Button for switching the Auto Mode on and off.
6”Child Lock” button
Button for switching the Child Lock on and off.
7 Refrigerator compartment icon
8Refrigerator indicate
9Off icon
Means refrigerator shut down
10Refrigerator compartment temperature display
Displays the temperature set for the refrigerator compartment.
11Freezer compartment icon
12Freezer indicate
13Freezer compartment temperature display
Displays the temperature set for the freezer compartment.
14Symbols on the display panel
Super Cool
Appears when the ”Super Cool” function is on.
Eco Mode
Appears when the Eco Mode is on.
Ice Maker
Appears when the ice maker is on.
Super Freeze
Appears when the ”Super Freeze” function is on.
Auto Mode
Appears when the Auto Mode is on.
Child Lock
Appears when the Child Lock is on.
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Operating tips
Opening and closing the refrigerator compartment doors
The refrigerator compartment doors can be opened and closed independently.
The left refrigerator compartment door has a foldaway door bar.
Please keep strictly to the warnings on the label of the foldaway door bar. It is normal for the surface of the foldaway door bar to be hot. Moisture on the surface is normal in summer or when the surrounding environment is wet. Moisture should be removed.
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the appliance!
The door bar could become damaged if you attempt to close the left refrigerator compartment door when the door bar is not folded back.
Before closing the refrigerator compartment doors, make sure that the door bar is folded at a right angle to the door.
When closing the left refrigerator compartment door, the door bar folds behind the right refrigerator compartment door, forming a seal between the refrigerator compartment doors.
Switching on the appliance
NOTICE
After installing the appliance, wait at least 6 hours before plugging in the appliance. The oil in the compressor may have flowed into the refrigeration system during transport.
Connect the appliance plug to the outlet.
After the appliance has been plugged in, the refrigeration process will begin. The interior light in the refrigerator compartment switches on when the door is open.
It will take several hours for the inside of the appliance to reach the temperatures set at the factory. Do not place food in the appliance until these temperatures are reached.
Setting the temperature
Refrigerator compartment
The temperature can be adjusted between 34 °F (+1 °C) up to 44 °F (+7 °C).
1. Press the “Refrigerator Temp.” button.
The refrigerator compartment temperature illuminate.
2.Press the “Refrigerator Temp.” button until the desired refrigerator compartment temperature is set.
After the temperature adjustment is completed, the new temperature setting will be active for 15 seconds after button was pressed.
We recommend a setting of 39 °F (+4 °C).
Perishable foods should not be stored at temperatures higher than 39 °F (+4 °C).
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Freezer compartment
The temperature can be adjusted between 9 °F (-13 °C) up to -8 °F (-22 °C).
1. Press the “Freezer Temp.” button.
The freezer compartment temperature illuminate.
2.Press the “Freezer Temp.” button until the desired refrigerator compartment temperature is set.
After the temperature adjustment is completed, the new temperature setting will be active for 15 seconds after button was pressed.
We recommend a setting of 0 °F (-18 °C).
Temperature unit
The temperature can be displayed in degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C).
After the appliance is switched on, the temperature appears in degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
To set the temperature unit:
Press the ”Auto Mode” button for 3 seconds.
The temperature unit switches.
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Super Cool
Super Cool cools the refrigerator compartment down as low as possible.
Super Cool is particularly recommended for the following:
νBefore placing large quantities of food in the refrigerator compartment.
νTo cool drinks quickly.
To switch on Super Cool:
Press the “Refrigerator Temp.” button for 3 seconds.
The temperature is set to 34 °F (+1 °C).
To switch off Super Cool:
Press the “Refrigerator Temp.” button for 3 seconds.
Super Freeze
Food should be frozen as quickly as possible in order to retain their vitamins, nutritional value, appearance and flavor.
To prevent an undesirable rise in temperature when placing fresh food in the freezer compartment, switch on Super Freeze several hours beforehand.
As a rule, 4 to 6 hours is adequate. Allow for a minimum of 24 hours if planning to use the maximum freezing capacity.
Smaller quantities of food can be frozen without Super Freeze.
To switch on Super Freeze:
Press the ”Freezer Temp.” button for 3 seconds.
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To switch off Super Freeze:
Press the ”Freezer Temp.” button for 3 seconds.
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Eco Mode
The temperature of refrigerator compartment is automatically set to 44 °F (7 °C) and the temperature of the freezer compartment is set to 5 °F (-15 °C).
To switch on Eco Mode:
Press the ”Eco Mode” button.
The ”Eco Mode” symbol appears.
To switch off Eco Mode:
Press the ”Eco Mode” button.
The ”Eco Mode” symbol disappears.
Auto Mode
The temperature of refrigerator compartment is automatically set to 41 °F (5 °C) and the temperature of the freezer compartment is set to 0 °F (-18 °C).
To switch on Auto Mode:
Press the ”Auto Mode” button.
The ”Auto Mode” symbol appears.
To switch off Auto Mode:
Press the ”Auto Mode” button.
The ”Auto Mode” symbol disappears.
Child Lock
When the Child Lock is activated, all of the buttons on the control and display panel are locked.
To switch the Child Lock on or off:
Press the ”Child Lock” button for 3 seconds.
The ”Child Lock” symbol appears when the Child Lock is activated.
Refrigerator compartment
WARNING
Risk of explosion!
Do not store explosive substances in the appliance.
The Refrigerator compartment is the ideal storage location for ready meals, cakes and pastries, preserved food, condensed milk, hard cheese, fruit and vegetables sensitive to cold as well as tropical fruit.
When purchasing food, please note
The freshness at point of purchase is important for the shelf-life of your food. In principle, the fresher the produce when placed in the “Cool-Fresh” Container, the longer it stays fresh. Therefore, when buying food, always pay attention to the degree of freshness.
Observe the expiration date specified by the manufacturer for ready products and bottled products.
Arranging Food in the Appliance
νWrap or cover food before placing in the appliance. This will retain the aroma, color and freshness of the food. In addition, flavors will not be transferred between foods and the plastic parts in the appliance will not become discolored.
νAllow warm food and drinks to cool down before placing in the appliance.
νDo not block air outlet openings with food in the refrigerator compartment, otherwise the air circulation will be impaired. Food which is stored directly in front of the air outlet openings may be frozen by the cold air flowing out.
νAvoid contact of oil and fat with the plastic parts and door seal.
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Fresh food compartment
The following foods are unsuitable for keeping in the fresh food compartment
νFruit and vegetables that are sensitive to the cold (e.g. pineapples, bananas, papaya and citrus fruits, aubergines, cucumbers, zucchini, peppers, tomatoes and potatoes) should be stored outside the refrigerator at temperatures between about
+8 °C and +12 °C in order to keep their flavor and condition at their best.
The following foods are suitable for keeping in the fresh food compartment
νFish, seafood, meat, sausage and cold meats, dairy products, ready meals
νVegetables (e.g. carrots, asparagus, celery, leeks, beetroot, mushrooms, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, sprouts, kohlrabi)
νLettuce varieties (e.g. lamb's lettuce, iceberg, chicory, round lettuce)
νHerbs (e.g. dill, parsley, chives, basil)
νFruit (varieties not sensitive to cold, e.g. apples, peaches, berries, grapes).
CAUTION
After power failure or disconnection of the appliance from the mains, the temperature of the fresh food compartment must be readjusted.
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Freezer compartment
WARNING
Risk of explosion!
Never store products containing flammable propellants (such as spray cans) or explosive or easily combustible substances in the appliance.
CAUTION
Do not refreeze thawing or thawed food. Before freezing the food, first boil or fry it. Never keep frozen food longer than the maximum storage duration.
Using the freezer compartment
νTo store deep-frozen food.
νTo freeze food.
νTo make and store ice cubes.
NOTICE
Make sure that the freezer compartment drawers are always kept closed. The frozen food will thaw if the freezer compartment drawers are open. The freezer compartment will become covered with thick ice. Also: Energy will be lost due to high power consumption.
When the freezer compartment drawers are closed, low pressure occurs inside the compartment.
If you cannot reopen the freezer compartment drawers right away, wait two to three minutes until the low pressure has adjusted itself.
Freezing food
Purchasing Frozen Food
νPackaging must not be damaged.
νUse by the “expiration” date.
νTemperature in the supermarket freezer must be 0 °F (-18 °C) or lower.
νIf possible, transport deep-frozen food in an insulated bag and place immediately in the Freezer Compartment.
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Freezing fresh food
Freeze fresh and undamaged food only.
To retain the best possible nutritional value, flavor and color, vegetables should be blanched before freezing. Eggplants, peppers, zucchini and asparagus do not require blanching.
Literature on freezing and blanching can be found in bookshops.
NOTICE
Keep food that is to be frozen away from food that is already frozen.
νThe following foods are suitable for freezing: Cakes and pastries, fish and seafood, meat, game, poultry, vegetables, fruit, herbs, eggs without shells, dairy products such as cheese, butter and quark, and ready meals and leftovers such as soups, stews, cooked meat and fish, potato dishes, soufflés and desserts.
νThe following foods are not suitable for freezing: Types of vegetables that are usually consumed raw such as lettuce or radishes, eggs in shells, grapes, whole apples, pears and peaches, hard-boiled eggs, yogurt, butter milk, sour cream, crème fraîche and mayonnaise.
Packing Frozen Food
To prevent food from losing its flavor or drying out, place in airtight containers.
1.Place food in packaging.
2.Remove air.
3.Seal the wrapping.
4.Label packaging with contents and date of freezing.
Suitable Packaging:
Cling wrap, polyethylene hose film, aluminum foil, freezer containers. These products are available from specialist outlets.
Unsuitable Packaging:
Wrapping paper, greaseproof paper, cellophane, bin liners and used shopping bags.
Items Suitable for Sealing Packaged Food:
Rubber bands, plastic clips, string, cold-resistant adhesive tape, etc. Bags and tubular film made of polyethylene can be sealed with a film heat sealer.
Storage life of frozen food
The storage life depends on the type of food. At a temperature setting of 0 °F (-18 °C):
νFish, sausage, ready meals, cakes and pastries: up to 6 months
νCheese, poultry and meat: up to 8 months
νFruit and vegetables: up to 12 months.
Thawing frozen food
CAUTION
Risk of poisoning!
Do not refreeze food that is beginning to thaw or has already thawed. The food cannot be refrozen until it has been prepared (boiled or fried). Do not store these refrozen products for the maximum storage period.
Depending on the type of food and its intended use, frozen food can be thawed as follows:
νin the refrigerator compartment
νin an electric oven with/without fan-assisted hot air
νin the microwave.
Ice maker
The ice maker makes ice cubes.
When the ice storage box is full, the ice maker stops ice production automatically.
The ice maker is capable of producing 2.8 - 3.3 lb (1.3 - 1.5 kg) of ice in 24 hours depending on the temperature of freezer compartment, surrounding temperature, frequency of door opening/closing and other working conditions.
Points to observe when switching on for the first time
The ice maker only functions when the appliance is connected to the water supply.
The ice maker starts to make ice cubes as soon as the appliance has reached the set temperature.
When using the ice maker for the first time, do not use the first 30 to 40 ice cubes for reasons of hygiene.
Switching on
1.Make sure that ice storage box is in its place and locked into position.
2.Press the ”Ice Maker” button.
The ”Ice Maker” symbol appears.
Before the ice maker is switched on again after a long period, clean the ice cube maker and the ice storage box.
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When the ice maker is switched on, the temperature for the freezer compartment automatically shown on the display is 0° F ( 18 °C).
Notes on using the ice-maker
You will hear the sound of the motor after about two hours. This is the sound of the pump providing water to the ice maker and does not indicate a malfunction.
It is normal that several ice cubes may stick together or get crushed.
Ice making takes longer if you open the drawer frequently.
Switching off
Before switching the ice maker off, it is most important that you switch the water supply to the appliance off for a few hours.
1. Press the ”Ice Maker” button.
The ”Ice Maker” symbol disappears.
2.Taking out and cleaning the ice storage box.
3.Taking out and cleaning the ice cube box.
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Taking out and cleaning the ice cube box
If the ice maker is not used for a long period, ice cubes that are first produced might have an unpleasant smell. You must take out and clean the ice cube box.
1.Open the upper drawer in the freezer compartment.
2.Turn the handle from the horizontal position to vertical to release the lock.
3.Pull the ice maker rack out.
4.Take out the ice cube box.
5.Rinse the ice cube box with warm water (below 140 °F / 60 °C). Do not use detergent.
6.Dry the ice cube box completely by air to ensure that water droplets in the ice cube box are gone which could otherwise cause abnormal functioning of the ice maker.
7.Insert the ice cube box onto the ice maker rack.
8.Push in the ice maker rack.
9.Turn the handle from the vertical position to horizontal to lock.
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Interior Fittings
Cantilever rack
The cantilever rack can be adjusted to the proper height required by various food items.
Adjusting
Tilt the rack upward, raise it and pull it out towards you.
During installation, put the upper end of the fixed leg into the desired slot. Lower the rack. The lower end of the fixed leg engages into a lower slot.
Folded cantilever rack
Folding
Put fore-end of the retractable glass rack up until it coincides with rear-end.
Unfolding
Pull out the retractable glass rack directly until it is at the fore-end level of fixed glass rack, then the buckle of retractable glass rack will drop into the slot of fixed rack and will not withdraw due to factor of gravity.
Bottle rack
Lower freezer drawer
1.Pull out the lower freezer drawer to the proper position.
2.Press the buttons in both slots respectively (must press both sides at the same time), pull out the freezer drawer until it stops.
3.Take out the lower drawer as directed by the arrows.
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Big drawer
The big drawer has a maximum load of 22 lb (10 kg).
Pulling out and installing the big drawer
1.Pull out the big drawer.
2.Find the hooks at the left and right sides at the drawer bottom (shown in the figure).
3.Hold the hook at two sides with a nose pliers and push it up and out of the groove of sliding rail and take out the hook at the other side with the same method.
4.Take out the drawer.
Hook
Big drawer
Sliding rail
5. Install the drawer by putting the hook into the slots.
Switching off and disconnecting the appliance
Switching off the appliance
Unplug the appliance or switch off the fuse.
Switching the refrigerator compartment on and off
To switch on:
Press the ”Eco Mode” button for 3 seconds.
The refrigerator compartment is turned off and a beep tone sounds.
The refrigerator temperature area shows ”- -” and the ”Off” icon appears.
To switch on:
Press the ”Eco Mode” button for 3 seconds.
Refrigerator compartment is turned on and a beep tone sounds.
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Disconnecting the appliance
If the appliance is not used for an extended period of time:
1.It is imperative that you disconnect the water supply to the appliance for a few hours before switching off the appliance.
2.Remove all food from the appliance.
3.Unplug the appliance.
4.Empty and clean the ice maker and the ice storage box.
5.Clean the appliance interior (see ”Cleaning the appliance”).
To prevent odors, leave the appliance doors open.
Defrosting
Freezer compartment
The fully automatic Nofrost system ensures that the freezer compartment remains free of ice. Defrosting is not required.
Refrigerator compartment
Defrosting takes place automatically.
The condensation runs through the drainage hole into an evaporation pan at the rear of the appliance.
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Cleaning
WARNING
Risk of electric shock!
Unplug the appliance or switch off the fuse before cleaning the appliance.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury or damage to property, observe the following:
Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.
Do not use abrasive or acidic cleaning agents or solvents.
Wipe lights and the control and display panel with a damp cloth only. Do not let water used for cleaning drip into the lights or onto the control and display panel.
Do not let cleaning water run into the drainage hole in the evaporation area.
Never clean shelves and containers in a dishwasher. The parts may warp.
Cleaning the appliance
The Vita Fresh compartments and deli drawer can be removed for cleaning.
1.Unplug the appliance or switch off the fuse.
2.Remove all food from the appliance and store in a cool location.
3.Clean the appliance with a soft cloth, using lukewarm water and a small amount of pH-balanced dishwashing liquid.
4.Rub dry when done.
5.Wipe the door seal with clear water only and then thoroughly wipe dry.
6.After cleaning, reconnect to switch on the appliance.
LED light
The appliance features a maintenance-free LED light.
CAUTION
Risk of eye injury from Class 1M laser light (IEC 60825)!
Do not look directly into the light with optical instruments.
These lights must be repaired by customer service or an authorized technicians only.
Energy saving tips
νInstall the appliance in a dry, well ventilated room, but not in direct sunlight and not near a heat source (radiator, stove, etc.). Use an insulating plate, if required.
νAllow warm food and drinks to cool down before placing in the appliance.
νWhen thawing frozen food, place it in the refrigerator compartment. The low temperature of the frozen products cools the food in the appliance.
νOpen and close the appliance doors and drawers as quickly as possible.
Operating noises
Normal noises
Humming - refrigerating unit is running. The fan in the circulating air system is running.
Bubbling, whirring or gurgling noises - refrigerant is flowing through the tubing or water is flowing into the ice maker.
Clicking - motor is switching on or off. The solenoid valve at the water connection is opening or closing.
Rumbling - ready ice cubes from the ice maker are falling into the ice storage box.
Solving simple noise problems
The appliance is not level
Align the appliance using a level. Use the height-adjustable feet.
The appliance is touching adjacent units or appliances
Move the appliance away from adjacent units or appliances.
Loose or sticking drawers, baskets or storage areas
Check the removable parts and, if required, reinsert them.
Receptacles are touching each other
Move bottles or receptacles slightly away from each other.
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Before Calling for Service
Before you call Customer Service:
Please check whether you can troubleshoot yourself based on the following information.
Customer Service may charge you for an unnecessary service call – even if the appliance is still under warranty!
Appliance
Problem |
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Corrective action |
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No display on the |
The power cord is not plugged in. |
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Plug in the power cord. |
display panel, interior |
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The fuse has blown or circuit breaker has |
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Replace fuse or reset the circuit breaker. |
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light is not working, |
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been tripped. |
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and the appliance is |
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Check if electricity is present at outlet. |
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not working. |
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Power outage. |
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Wait until power has been restored. If |
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necessary, contact an electrician or the utility |
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company. |
The interior light is not working.
Food is too cold.
Food is too warm.
Appliance has an unpleasant odor.
The light switch to the freezer or refrigerator compartment is sticking.
The LED bulb is defective.
Temperature has been set too low.
Door will not close properly.
Temperature has been set too high.
Ventilation opening is blocked.
Doors were opened frequently or were open for an extended period of time.
A large amount of fresh food has been placed in refrigerator.
Food with a strong odor was placed in the refrigerator.
The interior compartment is dirty.
Water droplets are |
Door will not close properly. |
forming on the exterior |
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of the appliance. |
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Humidity is too high.
Check whether the light switch can be moved.
See ”LED light”.
Adjust to a higher temperature.
Align the appliance with a level. See ”Aligning the appliance”.
Check the position of the drawers and correct, if necessary.
Check the door seals and foldaway door bar; if necessary, clean or correct position.
Select a lower temperature.
Remove any food blocking the ventilation opening.
Wait until the temperature in the appliance drops.
Fresh food must first reach the correct storage temperature.
Wrap up the food or place it in an airtight container.
Clean the interior compartment.
Align the appliance with a level. See ”Aligning the appliance”.
Check the position of the drawers and correct, if necessary.
Check the door seals and foldaway door bar; if necessary, clean or correct position.
This may be normal in certain regions.
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