Gaggenau RC462-301AU User Manual

Gaggenau

en Instruction for Use

RC 462
RC 462AU
RC 472

Refrigerator

en Table of Contents

enInstruction for Use

Safety and warning information 3

Information concerning disposal 4

Scope of delivery 4

Installing the appliance 5

Ambient temperature and ventilation 5

Connecting the appliance 5

Getting to know your appliance 6

Switching the appliance on 8

Set the language 8

Setting the temperature unit 8

Setting the temperature 8

Refrigerator compartment 11

Fast cooling 11

“Cool-fresh” container 12

Interior fittings 13

Switching off and disconnecting the appliance 14

Defrosting 14

Cleaning the appliance 14

Odours 14

Light (LED) 15

Tips for saving energy 15

Operating noises 15

Special functions 9

Alarm function 10

Usable capacity 10

Eliminating minor faults yourself 16

Customer service 17

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m Safety and warning information

Before you switch ON the appliance

Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully! They contain important information on how to install, use and maintain the appliance.

The manufacturer is not liable if you fail to comply with the instructions and warnings. Retain all documents for subsequent use or for the next owner.

Technical safety

The appliance contains a small quantity of
environmentally friendly but flammable
refrigerant R600a. Ensure that the tubing of
the refrigerant circuit is not damaged during
transportation and installation. Leaking
refrigerant may cause eye injuries or ignite.

If damage has occurred

▯ Keep naked flames and/or ignition

sources away from the appliance,

▯ thoroughly ventilate the room for several

minutes,

▯ switch off the appliance and pull out the

mains plug,

▯ inform customer service.

The more refrigerant an appliance contains,
the larger the room must be in which the
appliance is situated. Leaking refrigerant can
form a flammable gas-air mixture in rooms
which are too small.
The room must be at least 1 m³ per 8 g
of refrigerant. The amount of refrigerant in
your appliance is indicated on the rating
plate inside the appliance.

If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, customer service or a similarly qualified person. Improper installations and repairs may put the user at considerable risk.

Repairs may be performed by the manufacturer, customer service or a similarly qualified person only.

Only original parts supplied by the manufacturer may be used. The manufacturer guarantees that only these parts satisfy the safety requirements.

A extension cable may be purchased from customer service only.

Important information when using the appliance

▯ Never use electrical appliances inside

the appliance (e.g. heater, electric ice
maker, etc.). Explosion hazard!

▯ Never defrost or clean the appliance with

a steam cleaner! The steam may
penetrate electrical parts and cause
a short-circuit. Risk of electric shock!

▯ Do not use pointed or sharp-edged

implements to remove frost or layers of
ice. You could damage the refrigerant
tubes. Leaking refrigerant may cause eye
injuries or ignite.

▯ Do not store products which contain

flammable propellants (e.g. spray cans)
or explosive substances in the appliance.
Explosion hazard!

▯ Do not stand on or lean heavily against

base of appliance, drawers or doors, etc

▯ For defrosting and cleaning, pull the

mains plug out or switch off the fuse. Do
not pull out the mains plug by tugging
on the power cord.

▯ Store high-percentage alcohol tightly

closed and standing up.

▯ Keep plastic parts and the door seal free

of oil and grease. Otherwise, parts and
door seal will become porous.

▯ Never cover or block the ventilation

openings of the appliance!

▯ Avoiding placing children and

vulnerable people at risk:

At risk are children, people who have
limited physical, mental or sensory
abilities, as well as people who have
inadequate knowledge concerning safe
operation of the appliance.
Ensure that children and vulnerable
people have understood the hazards.
A person responsible for safety must
supervise or instruct children and
vulnerable people who are using the
appliance.

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Only children from 8 years and above may

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use the appliance.
Supervise children who are cleaning and
maintaining the appliance.
Never allow children to play with the
appliance.

Children in the household

▯ Keep children away from packaging and

its parts.
Danger of suffocation from folding
cartons and plastic film!

▯ Do not allow children to play with the

appliance!

▯ If the appliance features a lock:

keep the key out of the reach of children!

General regulations

The appliance is suitable for refrigerating food.

* Disposal of your old appliance

Old appliances are not worthless rubbish! Valuable raw materials can be reclaimed by recycling old appliances.

This appliance is labelled in accordance with
European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning
used electrical and electronic appliances (waste
electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE).
The guideline determines the framework for the
return and recycling of used appliances as
applicable throughout the EU.

m Warning

Redundant appliances

1. Pull out the mains plug.

2. Cut off the power cord and discard with the mains plug.

3. Do not take out the trays and receptacles: children are therefore prevented from climbing in!

4. Do not allow children to play with the appliance once it has spent its useful life. Danger of suffocation!

This appliance is intended for use in the home and the home environment.

The appliance is suppressed according to EU Directive 2004/108/EC.

The refrigeration circuit has been checked for leaks.

This product complies with the relevant
safety regulations for electrical appliances
(EN 60335-2-24).

This appliance is intended for use up to a
maximum height of 2000 metres above sea
level.

Information concerning disposal

* Disposal of packaging

The packaging protects your appliance from damage during transit. All utilised 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.

Refrigerators contain refrigerant and gases
in the insulation. Refrigerant and gases must be
disposed of professionally. Ensure that tubing
of the refrigerant circuit is not damaged prior
to proper disposal.

Scope of delivery

After unpacking all parts, check for any damage in transit.

If you have any complaints, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance or our customer service.

The delivery consists of the following parts:

▯ Built-in appliance

▯ Interior fittings (depending on model)

▯ Bag containing installation materials

▯ Operating instructions

▯ Installation manual

▯ Customer service booklet

▯ Warranty enclosure

▯ Information on the energy consumption and

noises

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Installing the appliance

Have a technician install and connect the appliance according to the enclosed installation instructions.

Transporting

Ventilation

Conduction of the heated air must not be obstructed.
Otherwise, the refrigeration unit must work harder.
This increases power consumption. Therefore: Never
cover or block the ventilation opening!

The appliance is heavy. Secure in position during transportation and installation.

Due to the weight/dimensions of the appliance and to minimise the risk of injury and damage to the appliance at least two persons are necessary to set-up the appliance safely.

Installation location

A dry, well ventilated room is suitable as an
installation location. The installation location should
not be exposed to direct sunlight and not 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:

▯ 3 cm to electric or gas cookers.

▯ 30 cm to an oil or coal-fired cooker.

The floor of the installation location must not give
way; if required, reinforce floor.

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.

In addition to the statutory national regulations, observe the connection conditions of the local power supply companies.

After installing the appliance, wait at least 1 hour until the appliance starts up. During transportation the oil in the compressor may have flowed into the refrigeration system.

Before switching on the appliance for the first time,
clean the interior of the appliance (see chapter
“Cleaning the appliance”).

Electrical connection

The socket must be near the appliance and also freely accessible following installation of the appliance.

Ambient temperature and ventilation

Ambient temperature

The climate class can be found on the rating plate. The climate class indicates within which ambient temperatures the appliance can be operated.

Climate
class

SN +10 °C to 32 °C

N +16 °C to 32 °C

ST +16 °C to 38 °C

T +16 °C to 43 °C

Note

The appliance is fully functional within the room
temperature limits of the indicated climatic class. If
an appliance of climatic class SN is operated
at colder room temperatures, the appliance will not
be damaged up to a temperature of +5 °C.

Permitted ambient
temperature

The appliance complies with the protection class I. Connect the appliance to 220-240 V/50 Hz alternating current via a correctly installed socket with protective conductor. The socket must be fused with a 10 to 16 A fuse.

For appliances operated in non-European countries,
check whether the stated voltage and current type on
the rating plate match the values of your mains supply.
These specifications can be found on the rating plate
(see chapter “Customer service”).

m Warning

Never connect the appliance to electronic energy
saver plugs.
Our appliances can be used with mains and sine­controlled inverters. Mains-controlled inverters
are used for photovoltaic systems which
are connected directly to the national grid. Sine­controlled 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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Getting to know your appliance

These operating instructions refer to several models. The diagrams may differ.

1 Light switch

2 Controls

3 Air outlet opening

4 Motorised compartment

5 Snack-Box

6 Fruit and vegetable container

7 Selection buttons “cool-fresh” container

8 “Cool-fresh” container

9 Ventilation

10 Butter and cheese compartment

11 Light (LED)

12 Door shelf

13 Storage compartments for large bottles

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Controls

A On/Off button ÿ

Serves to switch the whole appliance on and off.

B Alarm button ±

Used to switch off the warning signal, (see
chapter Alarm function).

C Fast cooling button ´

Switches fast cooling on and off, see chapter
Fast cooling.

D Display panel

The temperatures in the refrigerator
compartment are shown in the display panel.
Activated special functions are shown via
“symbol”.

The menus and setting options which are
available are represented on the display panel
in the setup mode, see chapter “Special
functions”.

E Selection buttons ¾ ¿

The temperature setting is activated using
the selection buttons (see chapter Setting
the temperature).

For selecting a menu in the setup mode (see
chapter Special functions).

Note

A sound can be heard every time a button is actuated
if this function is activated in the sound menu during
the setup mode.

Symbols in the display field

Fast cooling is activated (see chapter
“Fast cooling”).

Holiday mode is activated, see chapter
Special functions.

A warning message is displayed, see
chapter Alarm function.

F Setting buttons +/–

The temperature can be changed using
the setting buttons (see chapter “Setting
the temperature”).

More settings can be selected in the setup
mode, (see chapter “Special functions”).

G “setup” button μ

This button starts and ends the setup mode. If
the setup mode is ended using the setup button,
the changes which have been made are stored.

H Holiday button ¶

Is used to switch holiday mode on and off, (see
chapter Special functions, section Holiday
mode).

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Switching the appliance on

Setting the temperature

Switch on the appliance with the On/Off button ÿ.

The appliance begins to cool. Light is switched on
when the door is open.

Operating tips

▯ When the appliance has been switched on, it may

take several hours until the set temperature has
been reached.

▯ The fully automatic NoFrost system ensures that

the refrigerator compartment remains free of ice.
Defrosting is not required.

Set the language

The display languages can be changed according to the table in the chapter “Special functions”, “Setup mode”.

In order to change the display language:

1. Press setup button μ.

2. Press the ¾ or ¿ setting button, until the set

language is displayed.

3. Press the @ or A setting button, until the desired

language is displayed.

4. Press the setup button μ, in order to store

the settings. The set temperature is displayed
again in the fascia.

Refrigerator compartment

(can be selected from +2 °C to +8 °C)

We recommend a setting of +4 °C.

Perishable food should not be stored above +4 °C.

1. Activate the setup mode with the selection button ¿. The symbol REFRIGERATOR is displayed.

2. Set the temperature with the @ (warmer) or A (cooler) setting buttons.

Setting the temperature unit

The temperature can be displayed in degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F).

1. Press setup button μ.

The first menu (temperature unit) is displayed.

2. Press the @ or A setting button in order to switch

between degrees Fahrenheit (°F) and degrees
Celsius (°C).

3. Press the setup button μ, in order to store

the settings.
The set temperature is displayed again in
the fascia.

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Special functions

The following special functions can be selected
or displayed:

Note

If no button is selected within 20 seconds, the setup
mode ends automatically. All of the changed settings
are stored. The set temperature is displayed again in
the fascia.

Setup mode

In Setup mode you can make your personal settings.

Switching on

Press setup button μ.

The first menu (temperature unit) is displayed in the fascia.

Making settings

1. Switch on setup mode.

2. Press the selection button ¾ or ¿.

The next menu is displayed and its current setting
(mostly ON or OFF).

Menus in the setup mode

The following settings can be made.

Menu Possible setting

Temperature unit °C (degrees Celsius)

°F (degrees Fahrenheit)

Language Deutsch

English

French

Danish

Finnish

Greek

Dutch

Italian

Polish

Portuguese

Norwegian

Russian

Swedish

Spanish

Turkish

Czech

Sound On

Off

Energy saving mode (eco
function)

x

On

Off

3. Press the setting button @ or A.

The setting is saved, if the next menu is selected
using ¾ or ¿.

Switching off

Press setup button μ.

All of the changed settings are stored.

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Holiday mode

Energy saving mode

If leaving the appliance for a long period of time, you can switch the appliance over to the energy-saving holiday mode.

When Vacation mode is switched on, the following settings are made:

▯ The appliance works in energy saving mode

▯ The illumination is switched off

▯ Fast cooling or fast freezing is then ended (if

activated)

Switching on

Press Holiday button ¶.

VACATION is displayed in the display panel.

Switching off

Press Holiday button ¶.

The previous settings and temperature values are
once again activated.

Rest mode

When Rest mode is switched on, the following settings are switched off:

If the energy saving function (eco function) is
activated, the appliance switches to energy saving
operation. This energy saving function is preset at
the factory in order to reduce energy consumption.
The background illumination of the fascia is likewise
reduced.

Switching on

1. Press setup button μ.

2. Press the selection button ¿, until ECO MODE and the current setting (OFF) is displayed.

3. Press the setting button @, in order to reset the setting.

4. Press the setup button μ, in order to store
the setting.

ECO is displayed in the fascia.

Switching off

1. Press setup button μ.

2. Press the selection button ¿, until ECO MODE and the current setting (ON) is displayed.

3. Press the setting button A, in order to reset the setting.

4. Press the setup button μ, in order to store
the setting.

▯ Acoustic signal

▯ Interior light

▯ Messages on the display panel

▯ The background illumination of the display panel

is reduced

▯ Buttons are locked

Switching on

1. Press the fast cooling button ´ and keep it held

down.

2. Press Holiday button ¶.

3. Hold the fast cooling button ´ down for

3 seconds longer.
The symbol VACATION flashes on the display
panel and RESTMODE is displayed.

Switching off

Press Holiday button ¶.

The previous settings and temperature values are
once again activated.

Alarm function

Switching off the warning signal

Press the alarm button ± to switch off the warning
signal.

Door alarm

The door alarm switches on if an appliance door is left
open for longer than three minutes. Close the door
to switch off the warning signal.

Usable capacity

Information on the usable capacity can be found inside your appliance on the rating plate (see diagram at chapter “Customer service”).

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Refrigerator compartment

Fast cooling

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 “purchase freshness” is important for the shelf­life of your food.

In principle, the following applies: the fresher you store the food in the appliance, the longer it will remain fresh.

Therefore, when buying food, pay attention to the degree of freshness.

In the case of ready-made products and bottled goods, observe the best-before date or use-by date specified by the manufacturer.

Arranging food in the appliance

Fast cooling sets the refrigerator temperature to the coldest temperature setting for approx. 6 hours. Then the original temperature set before fast cooling mode is automatically restored.

Switch on fast cooling mode, e.g.:

▯ before placing large quantities of food in the

refrigerator compartment.

▯ for fast cooling drinks.

Switching on

Press fast cooling button ´.

The display panel indicates the symbol SUPER¾ and the compartment for which the function was switched on.

▯ Wrap or cover food before placing in

the appliance. This will retain the aroma, colour
and freshness of the food. In addition, flavours
will not be transferred between foods
and the plastic parts will not become discoloured.

▯ Allow warm food and drinks to cool down before

placing in the appliance.

▯ Do 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.

▯ Avoid contact of oil and fat with the plastic parts

and door seal.

Switching off

Press fast freezing button ´.

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“Cool-fresh” container

The temperature in the “cool-fresh” container is about 0 °C. The “cool-fresh” drawer is covered by a special filter which sets the ideal humid climate.

The low temperature and the optimum moisture provide ideal storage conditions for fresh food.

Food can be kept fresh up to three times longer than
in the normal cooling zone – for even longer
freshness, nutrient retention and flavour.

Foods not suitable for the “cool­fresh” drawer:

Fruit and vegetables sensitive to cold (e.g.: tropical fruit such as pineapples, bananas, papaya, citrus fruits, melons as well as tomatoes, aubergines, zucchini, capsicums, cucumbers, potatoes).

The ideal storage location for these foods is the refrigerator compartment.

When purchasing food, please note:
Selection buttons for “cool-fresh”
container

Press the appropriate button corresponding to the food stored:

▯ Fish

For the storage of fish and seafood.

▯ Meat/poultry

For the storage of meat products, poultry,
sausage and prepared meals.

▯ Vegetables

For the storage of fruit, vegetables, mushrooms
and herbs.

The selection is displayed by illumination of the corresponding button.

The “purchase freshness” is important for the shelf-

life of your food.

In principle, the following applies: the fresher you

store the food in the appliance, the longer it will

remain fresh.

Therefore, when buying food, pay attention

to the degree of freshness.

In the case of ready-made products and bottled

goods, observe the best-before date or use-by date

specified by the manufacturer.

Foods suitable for “cool-fresh” container:

In principle all foods which are fresh and are to remain fresh for even longer, such as: fish, seafood, meat and sausage, dairy products, and ready meals.

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Interior fittings

Containers in the refrigerator

compartment

Taking out the shelves

You can reposition the shelves inside the appliance and the door shelves as required.

Lift the shelves and remove.

Shelves inside the compartment

Door shelves

1. Lift container slightly and take out.

2. Lift container at front slightly and insert into the pullouts.

3. Lower container and push back.

Bottle holder

The bottle holder prevents bottles from falling over
when the door is opened and closed.

Removing the humidity filter in the “cool-fresh” container

Take out the “cool-fresh” container first. Then, pull out the humidity filter.

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Lift off the filter cover and take out the filter.

Switching off and disconnecting the appliance

Switching the appliance off

Press the On/Off button ÿ .

Refrigeration unit and light switch off.

Cleaning the appliance

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Caution

▯ Do not use abrasive, chloride or acidic cleaning

agents or solvents.

▯ Do not use scouring or abrasive sponges.

The metallic surfaces could corrode.

▯ Never clean shelves and containers

in the dishwasher. The parts may become
deformed!

Proceed as follows:

1. Before cleaning: Switch off the appliance.

2. Pull out the mains plug or switch off the fuse!

3. Take out the food and store in a cool location.

4. Wait until the layer of frost has thawed.

5. Clean the appliance with a soft cloth, lukewarm water and a little pH neutral washing-up liquid. The rinsing water must not run into the light.

6. Wipe the door seal with clear water only and then wipe dry thoroughly.

7. Rinsing water must not run through the drainage hole into the evaporation area.

8. After cleaning reconnect and switch the appliance back on.

9. Put the food back into the appliance.

Disconnecting the appliance

If you do not use the appliance for a prolonged
period:

1. Switch off the appliance.

2. Pull out mains plug or switch off fuse.

3. Clean the appliance.

4. Leave the appliance door open.

Defrosting

Defrosting is actuated automatically.

Interior fittings

All variable parts of the appliance can be taken out
for cleaning (see chapter “Interior fittings”).

Odours

If you experience unpleasant odours:

1. Switch the appliance off.

2. Take all food out of the appliance.

3. Clean interior (see chapter “Cleaning the appliance”).

4. Clean all packages.

5. Seal strong smelling food in order to avoid odours from forming.

6. Switch the appliance on again.

7. Store food in the appliance.

8. Check whether the formation of odours is still occuring after 24 hours.

9. Change odour filter (see chapter “Exchange the odour filter”).

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Exchange the odour filter

Spare filters are available from your dealer.

1. Open the filter holder.

2. Remove the used odour filter and replace with a new odour filter.

Tips for saving energy

▯ Install the appliance in a dry, well ventilated room!

The appliance should not be installed in direct
sunlight or near a heat source (e.g. radiator,
cooker).
If required, use an insulating plate.

▯ Do not block the ventilation openings in

the appliance.

▯ Allow warm food and drinks to cool down before

placing in the appliance.

▯ Thaw frozen food in the refrigerator compartment

and use the low temperature of the frozen food
to cool refrigerated food.

▯ Open the appliance as briefly as possible.

▯ The arrangement of the fittings does not affect

the energy rating of the appliance.

Operating noises

3. Close the filter holder.

Light (LED)

Your appliance features a maintenance-free LED light.

These lights may be repaired by customer service or authorised technicians only.

Quite normal noises

Droning

Motors are running (e.g. refrigerating units, fan).

Bubbling, humming or gurgling noises

Refrigerant is flowing through the tubing.

Clicking

Motor, switches or solenoid valves are switching on/
off.

Preventing noises

The appliance is not level

Please align the appliance with a spirit level. Use
the height-adjustable feet or place packing
underneath them.

The appliance is not free-standing

Please move the appliance away from adjacent units
or appliances.

Containers or storage areas wobble or stick

Please check the removable parts and re-insert them
correctly if required.

Bottles or receptacles are touching each other

Move the bottles or receptacles slightly away
from each other.

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Eliminating minor faults yourself

Before you call customer service:

Please check whether you can eliminate the fault yourself based on the following information.

Customer service will charge you for advice – even if the appliance is still under guarantee!

Appliance

Fault Possible cause Remedial action

Appliance has no refrigeration
capacity.

The light does not work.

The display does not illuminate.

The refrigeration unit is switching
on more frequently and for
longer.

The light (LED) does not work. The LED lamp is defective. Call customer service.

Display indicates “E..”. Electronics have detected a fault. Call customer service.

Display indicates
“LOWPOWER”.

Display indicates “HIGHVOLT”. The mains voltage exceeds

The motorised compartment
cannot be moved. There is a loud
noise.

The motorised compartment
cannot be moved.

x

Appliance has been switched off. Press the On/Off button.

Power failure. Check whether the power is on.

The fuse has been switched off. Check the fuse.

The mains plug has not been inserted
properly.

Appliance opened frequently. Do not open the appliance unnecessarily.

The ventilation openings have been
covered.

Large quantities of fresh food are placed
in the freezer.

Light switch is jammed. Check whether it can be moved.

The mains voltage falls below
the permitted limiting value.

the permitted limiting value.

The compartment is overloaded (>10
kg).

The load touches the top. Move the compartment only as far as the height

Holiday mode is switched on. Switch holiday mode off.

Check whether the mains plug is secure.

Remove obstacles.

Switch on fast cooling (see chapter Fast
cooling).

When the mains voltage reaches the stipulated
value again, the warning message goes out.
If the warning message lasts for longer, inform
the energy supply company.

When the mains voltage reaches the stipulated
value again, the warning message goes out.
If the warning message lasts for longer, inform
the energy supply company.

When making adjustments, do not load the
compartment with more than 10 kg.

of the load permits.

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Customer service

Your local customer service can be found in the telephone directory or in the customer-service index. Please provide customer service with the appliance product number (E-Nr.) and production number (FD-Nr.).

These specifications can be found on the rating plate.

To prevent unnecessary call-outs, please assist customer service by quoting the product and production numbers. This will save you additional costs.

Repair order and advice on faults

Contact information for all countries can be found
on the enclosed customer service list.

GB 0344 892 8988 Calls charged at

local or mobile
rate.

IE 01450 2655 0.03 € per

minute at peak.
Off peak 0.0088
€ per minute.

US 877 442 4436 toll-free

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