Gaggenau RC492504 User Manual

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RC472504 RC492504

Refrigerator

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User manual

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Safety instructions 3

About these instructions 3 Risk of explosion 3 Risk of electric shock 3 Risk of injury 3 Fire hazard/Danger due to refrigerants 3 Fire hazard 4 Avoiding placing children and vulnerable people at risk 4 Damage 4 Weight 4

Intended use 5

Environmental protection 5

Packaging 5 Old appliances 5

Installation and connection 6

Scope of supply 6 Technical specifications 6 Installing the appliance 6 Built-in cut-out 6 Side-by-side installation 6 Tips for saving energy 7 Before using your appliance for the first time 8 Electrical connection 8

Getting to know your appliance 9

Appliance 9 Controls 10 Interior fittings 11

Operating the appliance 12

Switching on the appliance 12 Switching off and disconnecting the appliance 12 Setting the temperature 12 Fast cooling 12 Display lock for cleaning 13 Eco mode 13 Self-test 13 Setting the brightness of the control panel 13 Setting up the display screen 13 Setting the touch field colour 13 Setting the touch field tone type 14 Setting the touch field tone volume 14 Setting the signal tone volume 14 Dimming when door is opened and closed 14 Setting the temperature unit 14 Setting the language 14 Resetting to factory settings 15

Switching demo mode on or off 15 Rest mode 15 Automatic door opening 16 Home network 16 Automatic display lock for cleaning 16

Alarm 16

Door alarm 16

Home Connect 17

Setting up Home Connect 17 Connecting the refrigerator to the Home Connect app 18 Installing updates for the Home Connect software 18 Customer Service access 18 Delete network settings 19 Information on data protection 19 Declaration of conformity 19

Refrigerator compartment 20

Note when storing food 20 Note the chill zones in the refrigerator compartment 20 Vegetable container 20 Vegetable container with humidity control 20 Cool-fresh container 21 Storage times at 0 °C 21

Cleaning 21

Cleaning the display 21 Cleaning the appliance interior 21 Cleaning the equipment 21

Odours 22

Exchanging the odour filter 22

Noises 23

Normal noises 23 Preventing noises 23

Lighting 23

Faults – what to do? 24

Appliance 24

Customer service 25

Appliance self-test 25 Repair order and advice on faults 25

Safety instructions

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Safety instructions

This appliance complies with the relevant safety regulations for electrical appliances and is fitted with noise suppression.

The refrigeration circuit has been checked for leaks.

About these instructions

▯ Read and follow the operating and

installation instructions. They contain important information on how to install, use and maintain the appliance.

▯ The manufacturer is not liable if you

disregard the instructions and warnings in the operating and installation instructions.

▯ Retain all documents for subsequent use or

for the next owner.

Risk of electric shock

Improper installations and repairs may put the user at considerable risk.

▯ When installing the appliance, ensure that

the mains cable is not trapped or damaged.

▯ If the mains cable is damaged: immediately

disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply.

▯ Do not use multiple sockets, extension

leads or adapters.

▯ Have the appliance repaired by the

manufacturer, Customer Service or a similarly qualified person only.

▯ Use original parts supplied by the

manufacturer only.

The manufacturer guarantees that these parts satisfy the safety requirements.

Risk of explosion

▯ Never use electric appliances inside the

appliance (e.g. heaters or electric ice makers).

▯ Do not store products which contain

flammable propellant (e.g. spray cans) or explosive substances in the appliance.

▯ Store high-percentage alcohol tightly

sealed and in an upright position.

▯ Do not use additional means to accelerate

the defrosting process other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

Risk of injury

Containers which contain carbonated drinks may burst.

Fire hazard/Danger due to refrigerants

The tubes of the refrigeration circuit convey a small quantity of an environmentally friendly but flammable refrigerant (R600a). It does not damage the ozone layer and does not contribute to the greenhouse effect. If refrigerant escapes, it may injure your eyes or ignite.

▯ Do not damage the tubes.

If the tubes are damaged:

▯ Keep naked flames and ignition sources

away from the appliance.

▯ Ventilate the room.

▯ Switch off the appliance and pull out the

mains plug.

▯ Please contact Customer Service.

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Fire hazard

Portable multiple outlets or power supplies may overheat, causing a fire. Never leave portable multiple outlets or portable power supplies behind the appliance.

Avoiding placing children and vulnerable people at risk

At risk are:

▯ Children,

▯ People who have limited physical, mental or

sensory abilities,

▯ People who have inadequate knowledge

concerning safe operation of the appliance.

Measures:

▯ Ensure that children and vulnerable people

have understood the hazards.

Damage

To prevent damage:

▯ Do not stand or support yourself on the

base, runners or doors.

▯ Keep plastic parts and door seals free of oil

and grease.

▯ Pull the mains plug – not the power cord.

Weight

The appliance is very heavy. The appliance should always be transported and set up by at least 2 persons.

"Installing the appliance" on page 6

▯ Children or vulnerable people must be

supervised by a responsible person when using the appliance.

▯ Only children from 8 years and above may

use the appliance.

▯ Supervise children while the appliance is

being cleaned or maintained.

▯ Never allow children to play with the

appliance.

Risk of suffocation

▯ If the appliance features a lock: keep the

key out of the reach of children.

▯ Keep children away from the packaging

and its parts.

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Intended use

Use this appliance

▯ only for refrigerating food.

▯ only in the home and in the home environment.

▯ only according to these operating instructions.

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

Intended use

Environmental protection

Packaging

All materials are environmentally safe and recyclable:

▯ Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly

manner.

▯ Please ask your dealer or inquire at your local

authority about current means of disposal.

Old appliances

Valuable raw materials can be reclaimed by recycling old appliances.

m Warning – Children may become locked in the

appliance and suffocate!

▯ To prevent children from climbing in, leave shelves and

containers in the appliance.

▯ Keep children away from the redundant appliance.

Caution! Refrigerant and harmful gases may escape.

Do not damage the tubes of the refrigerant circuit and insulation.

1 Remove the mains plug.

2 Sever the power cord.

3 Have the appliance disposed of professionally.

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.

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Installation and connection

Scope of supply

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

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

~ "Customer service" on page 25

The delivery consists of the following parts:

▯ Built-in appliance

▯ Interior fittings (depending on model)

▯ Installation material

▯ User manual

▯ Installation instructions

▯ Customer service booklet

▯ Warranty enclosure

▯ Information on the energy consumption and noises

Technical specifications

Refrigerant, cubic capacity and further technical specifications can be found on the rating plate.

~ "Getting to know your appliance" on page 9

Installing the appliance

Permitted room temperature

The permitted room temperature depends on the climatic class of the appliance.

Information on the climatic class can be found on the rating plate.

Climatic category Permitted room temperature

SN +10 °C ... 32 °C N +16 °C ... 32 °C ST +16 °C ... 38 °C T +16 °C ... 43 °C

The appliance is fully functional within the permitted room temperature.

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

Built-in cut-out

The cut-out must fulfil these criteria:

▯ Anti-tilt bracket fitted

▯ Cut-out depth min. 610 mm, for flush installation

635 mm

▯ Rectangular

▯ Stable – the side panels and the top must be min.

16 mm thick and securely attached to the bottom or wall

▯ Depth of shortened side panels min. 100 mm

Installation location

The more refrigerant an appliance contains, the larger the room must be in which the appliance is situated. In rooms which are too small leaking refrigerant can form a flammable gas-air mixture.

Per 8 g of refrigerant the room must be at least 1 m³ in size. The amount of refrigerant in your appliance is indicated on the rating plate inside the appliance.

~ "Getting to know your appliance" on page 9

The weight of the appliance may be up to 500 kg depending on the model.

Side-by-side installation

Observe the specifications in the installation instructions for a side-by-side installation.

If a partition wall is required between the appliances, it must be at least 16 mm wide.

Installation and connection

Tips for saving energy

If you follow the instructions below, your appliance will use less power.

Note: The arrangement of the features does not affect the energy consumption of the appliance.

Installing the appliance

Keep the appliance out of direct sunlight. The appliance needs to cool less frequently at low ambient Install the appliance as far away as possible from heating ele-

ments, cooker and other heat sources:

At least 1¼" (3 cm) from electric or gas cookers.

At least 11¾" (30 cm) from oil or solid-fuel cookers.

Note:

If this is not possible, attach an insulating plate between the appliance and heat source.

Select an installation location with a room temperature of approx. 20 °C.

Do not cover or block the ventilation openings. If the warm air can escape, the appliance needs to cool less Ventilate the room daily.

temperatures and therefore consumes less power.

frequently and therefore consumes less power.

Using the appliance

Open the appliance door only briefly. The air in the appliance does not warm up so intensely. The Transport purchased food in a cool bag and place in the

appliance quickly.

appliance needs to cool less frequently and therefore consumes less power.

Allow warm food and drink to cool down before placing in the appliance.

Thaw frozen food in the refrigerator compartment to utilise the low temperature of the frozen food.

Always leave a space between the food and the back wall. The air can circulate and the humidity will remain conPack food airtight.

stant.The appliance needs to cool less frequently and there-

fore consumes less power. Do not cover or block the ventilation openings. The appliance consumes less power if warm air can escape. Vacuum the ventilation openings once a year.

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Before using your appliance for the first time

1 Remove information material, adhesive tape and

protective film.

2 Clean the appliance.

"Cleaning" on page 21

Electrical connection

Caution!

Do not connect the appliance to electronic energy saver plugs.

Note: You can connect the appliance to mainscontrolled and sine-controlled inverters. Mains-controlled inverters are used for photovoltaic systems which are connected directly to the national grid. Sine-controlled inverters must be used for isolated applications. Isolated applications, e.g. on ships or in mountain lodges, which are not connected directly to the national grid.

1 After installing the appliance, wait at least 1 hour

before connecting it to prevent damaging the compressor.

2 Connect the appliance via a correctly installed

socket. The socket must comply with the following data:

Socket with 220 V ... 240 V

Conductor 50 Hz

Fuse 10 A ... 16 A

Outside Europe: Check whether the indicated current type of the appliance corresponds with the values of your power supply. Appliance specifications are on the rating plate.

3 Connect the appliance to a socket near the

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

m Warning – Risk of electric shock!

If the length of the mains cable is inadequate, never use multiple sockets or extension leads.Instead, please contact Customer Service for alternatives.

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