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RF411704

RF461704

RF471704

RF491704

Freezer

Congélateur

Congelador

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en	Table of contents
Important safety instructions		4
Definitions		4
About these instructions		4
Introduction		4
Risk of explosion		4
Risk of electric shock		5
Risk of cold burns		5
Risk of Injury		5
Risk of fire		5
Avoiding placing children and vulnerable
people
at risk		6
Damage		6
Weight		6
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings		6
Intended use		7
Environmental protection		7
Packaging		7
Old appliances		7
Installation and connection		8
Contents of package		8
Technical data		8
Installing the appliance		8
Check built-in cut-out		8
Side-by-side installation		8
Saving energy		9
Before using for the first time		10
Water connection		10
Electrical connection		10
Getting to know your appliance		11
Appliance		11
Operating controls		11
Equipment		12
Operating the appliance		15
Switching the appliance on		15
Switching off and disconnecting the appliance		15
Setting the temperature		15
Fast freezing		15
Display lock for cleaning		16
Switching ice cube production on or off		16
Eco mode		16
Reset water filter counter		16
Self-test		16

Setting the brightness of the control panel	16
Setting the display screen	17
Setting the touch field color	17
Setting the touch field tone type.	17
Setting the touch field tone volume	17
Setting the signal tone volume	17
Switching the water filter counter on and off	18
Dimming when door is opened and closed	18
Setting the temperature unit	18
Setting the language	18
Resetting to the factory settings	18
Switching demo mode on or off	18
Rest mode	19
Automatic door opening	19
Home network	20
Alarm	20
Door alarm	20
Temperature alarm	20
Home Connect	21
Setting up Home Connect	21
Connecting the refrigerator to the Home
Connect app	22
Installing updates for the Home Connect
software	22
Customer Service access	23
Deleting network settings	23
Information on data protection	23
Freezer compartment	24
Fully utilizing the freezer volume	24
Purchasing frozen food	24
When loading products	24
Freezing fresh food	24
Thawing frozen food	25
Defrosting	25
Freezer compartment	25
Cleaning	26
Cleaning the display	26
Cleaning the appliance interior	26
Cleaning the fittings	26
Care instructions for stainless steel surfaces	26
Noises	26
Normal noises	26
Preventing noises	26

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Lighting	26
Faults – what to do?	27
Appliance	27
Ice maker	28
Customer service	29
Appliance self-test	29
Repair order and advice on faults	29

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9 Important safety instructions

READ INSTRUCTIONS - DO NOT DISCARD!

Definitions

9WARNING

Non-observance of this warning could result in death or serious injuries.

Introduction

This appliance complies with the relevant safety regulations for electrical appliances.

The refrigeration circuit has been checked for leaks.

9 CAUTION

Risk of explosion

Non-observance of this warning could result in slight or moderately serious injuries.

NOTICE

Non-observance of this information could damage the appliance.

Note: This indicates important information and/or tips.

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.

Never use electric devices inside the appliance (e.g. heaters or electric ice makers).

Do not store products which contain flammable propellants (e.g. spray cans) or explosive substances in the appliance.

Only store high-proof alcohol tightly closed and standing up.

Do not use other means to accelerate the defrosting process other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

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9 Important safety instructions

READ INSTRUCTIONS - DO NOT DISCARD!

Risk of electric shock

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

When installing the appliance, make sure that the power cord does not get jammed or is not damaged.

If the power cord is damaged, immediately disconnect appliance from the power supply.

Do not use multiple outlets, extension leads, or adapters.

Before servicing or modifying the appliance, pull out the power plug or switch off the circuit breaker. Before cleaning the appliance, press main On/Off switch to switch the appliance off.

Glass shelves or other fittings can be safely moved while the appliance is switched on.

Never cut through or remove the power cord's third conductor (earthing conductor).

Never defrost or clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. The steam may penetrate electrical parts and cause a short circuit.

The appliance, cable and accessories should only be repaired or replaced by the manufacturer, customer services, or a similarly qualified person.

Only use original parts supplied by the manufacturer.

Risk of cold burns

Never put frozen food straight from the freezer compartment into your mouth.

Avoid prolonged contact of skin with frozen food, ice and the tubes in the freezer compartment.

Risk of Injury

Containers which contain carbonated drinks may burst.

Do not store containers which contain carbonated drinks in the freezer compartment.

Risk of fire

Portable multi-outlet power strips and portable power supplies may overheat, causing a fire.

Never leave portable multi-outlet power strips or portable power supplies behind the appliance.

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9 Important safety instructions

READ INSTRUCTIONS - DO NOT DISCARD!

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:

Never allow children to play with the appliance.

Ensure that children and vulnerable people have understood the hazards.

Supervise children who are cleaning and maintaining the appliance.

Risk of suffocation

If the appliance features a door lock: keep the key out of the reach of children.

Keep children away from the packaging and its parts.

Damage

To avoid damage:

Do not stand or lean on the base, runners or doors.

Keep plastic parts and door seals free of oil and grease.

Pull the power plug – not the power cord.

Weight

The appliance is very heavy. The appliance should always be transported

and set up by at least 2 people.

~ "Installing the appliance" on page 8

State of California Proposition 65

Warnings

This product may contain a chemical known to the State of California, which can cause cancer or reproductive harm. Therefore, the packaging of your product may bear the following label as required by California:

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Intended use

Use this appliance

only for freezing food and making ice.

only in the home and in the home environment.

only according to these operating instructions.

This appliance is intended for use at an elevation of no more than 2000 meters above sea level.

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Environmental protection

Packaging

All materials are environmentally safe and recyclable:

Dispose of packaging in an environmentally responsible 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.

9 WARNING

Children may become locked in the appliance and suffocate!

Before disposing of your old appliance:

Remove the door.

Leave shelves and bins in the appliance to prevent children from climbing in.

Keep children away from the discarded appliance.

9 CAUTION

Refrigerant and harmful gases may escape.

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

1.Pull out the power plug.

2.Cut through the power cord.

3.Have the appliance disposed of properly.

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en-us Installation and connection

Installation and connection

Contents of package

After unpacking all parts, check for any damage during transport.

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

service.

~ "Customer service" on page 29

The delivery consists of the following parts:

Built-in appliance

Interior fittings (depending on model)

Installation material

Instruction manual

Installation instructions

Customer service booklet

Warranty enclosure

Information on the energy consumption and noises

Technical data

Refrigerant, cubic capacity and further technical

specifications can be found on the rating plate.

~ "Getting to know your appliance" on page 11

Installing the appliance

Installation location

The weight of the appliance may be up to 460 kg depending on the model. The base must be sufficiently stable and should not give. If necessary, reinforce the floor.

Check built-in cut-out

The cut-out must fulfill these criteria:

Anti-tilt bracket must be fitted

Cut-out depth min. 24” (610 mm), for flush installation 25” (635 mm)

rectangular

stable – the side panels and the top must be min. 5/8" (16 mm) thick and securely attached to the floor or wall

Depth of shortest side panels min. 4” (100 mm)

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 5/8" (16 mm) wide.

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Saving energy

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

Note: The arrangement of the fittings 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 temperatures and therefore consumes less
Install the appliance as far away as possible from heat-
ing elements, cooker and other heat sources:	power.
At least 1¼” (3 cm) from electric or gas cookers.
At least 11¾" (30 cm) from oil or solid-fuel cookers.
Select an installation location at a room temperature of
approx. 68 °F (20 °C).
Do not cover or block the ventilation openings.	The appliance needs to cool less frequently if the warm
	air can escape and therefore consumes less power.
Ventilate the room daily.
Using the appliance
Open the appliance door only briefly.	The air in the appliance does not warm up so intensely.
	The appliance needs to cool less frequently and there-
Transport purchased food in a cool bag and place in
the appliance quickly.	fore consumes less power.
Allow warm food and drink to cool down before placing
in the appliance.
Thaw frozen food in the refrigerator compartment to
utilize the low temperature of the frozen food.
Always leave a space between the food and the back	The air can circulate and the humidity will remain con-
panel.	stant.The appliance needs to cool less frequently and
	therefore consumes less power.
Pack food airtight.
Do not cover or block the ventilation openings.	The appliance consumes less power if the warm air
	can escape.
Vacuum the ventilation openings once a year.

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en-us Installation and connection

Before using for the first time

1.Remove information material, adhesive tape and protective foil.

2.Clean the appliance.

~ "Cleaning" on page 26

Water connection

9 CAUTION

Installation and connection of the appliance must be carried out by authorized technicians according to the installation instructions supplied.

9 CAUTION

To avoid damage to the appliance and to ensure its proper functioning, it should only be connected to a drinking water system.

9 CAUTION

To avoid water damage, a shut-off valve must be installed.

Water pressure of drinking water system

9 CAUTION

To avoid damage to the appliance, a pressure relief valve must be installed between the drinking water connection and the tubing, should the water pressure exceed the maximum value.

Note: If the water pressure is too low, this will impair the relevant functions of the appliance.

Min. 0.2 Mpa (2 bar / 29 psi)

Max. 0.8 Mpa (8 bar / 116 psi)

Electrical connection

9 CAUTION

Do not connect the appliance to electronic energy saver plugs.

Note: You can connect the appliance to mains-controlled 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, are not directly connected to the national grid.

1.After installing the appliance, wait at least 1 hour before connecting it to prevent damaging the compressor.

2.Check that the outlet was installed according to the regulations and complies with the requirements.

Requirements for outlets
Outlet with	110 V ... 120 V
Protective conductor	60	Hz
Fuse	10	A ... 16 A
Maximum simultaneous load
Appliance	6 A

3.Connect the appliance to an outlet near the appliance.

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

9 WARNING

Risk of electric shock!

Never use multiple outlets, extension cords or adapters.

The appliance must be grounded correctly. Never cut through or remove the power cord's third conductor (grounding conductor).

Risk of electric shock!

If the power cord is too short, never use multiple outlets or extension cords.Instead, please contact Customer Service.

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Getting to know your appliance

Appliance

(...H Operating controls

P Main On/Off switch

X Door damper

`Ice maker

h	Rating plate
)"	Ice cube bin
)*	Frozen food container
)2	Ventilation opening
):	Automatic door opening
)B	Water filter

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Operating controls

( (

0

0°F + 8

à			ì			@
						H

( Touch fields

There are sensors under the touch fields. Touching the symbol calls up the respective function.

0Freezer compartment temperature display Indicates the set temperature in °F/°C.

8A/@ buttons

Used to change the temperature.

@h/â button

Switches fast freezing on or off.

Hà button

Opens main menu.

Main menu

Press à button to open the main menu.

In the main menu you can find:

Basic settings

Display lock for cleaning

Ice cube production

Eco mode

Reset water filter counter

Self-test

Rest mode (when active)

~ "Operating the appliance" on page 15

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en-us Getting to know your appliance

Basic settings menu

To access the Basic settings menu:

1.Press à button.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Open the menu using ™ button.

In the Basic settings menu you will find the following submenus and setting options:

Brightness

Display screen

Touch field color

Touch field tone type

Touch field tone volume

Signal tone volume

Water filter counter

Dimming when door is opened and closed

Temperature unit

Language

Factory settings

Demo mode

Rest mode

Automatic door opening

Home network

Automatic display lock for cleaning

~ "Operating the appliance" on page 15

Equipment

(not all models)

Storage compartment

You can remove and adjust the height of the storage compartment:

Lift up the storage compartment and remove.

If necessary, clean storage compartment and insert it carefully at the same or another position.

Shelf

You can remove and adjust the shelf:

1.Lift shelf and remove.

2.When re-inserting, insert hooks on back of shelf at same height to make it level.

Note: Insert shelf carefully to avoid scratching the appliance.

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Container

You can remove the container:

Press container to the rear,

lift the container at the rear and remove.

You can insert the bin:

Pull out the telescopic rails all the way

Place the bin on the telescopic rails and push into the appliance until it engages.

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Note: If the door opening angle is 90°, you will find it easier to access the ice cube container by first removing the frozen food container.

~ "Container" on page 13

2.Lift the ice cube container at the rear and remove.

This is how to re-insert the ice cube container:

1.Take out the frozen food container.

2.Insert the ice cube container in the recess of the frozen food container provided for this purpose.

Ice cube bin

Note: To avoid damaging the ice cube container, always empty it if you switch the appliance off for a prolonged period or if there is a power failure.

This is how to remove the ice cube container:

1. Take out the frozen food container.

Ice pack

In the event of a power failure or a fault:

The ice pack delays the warming of stored frozen food.

Note: The longest storage time is obtained by placing the ice pack on the food in the top compartment.

You can take out the ice pack to temporarily keep food cool, e.g. in a cool bag.

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Ice maker

9 CAUTION

Damage to the appliance!

Never store bottles or food in the ice cube container, even for short periods. This can block and damage the ice maker.

Ice cube production starts as soon as the appliance has reached the set temperature.

Notes

Discard the first 30-40 ice cubes for hygiene reasons.

Ice cube production stops automatically when the ice cube container is full.

Information about switching ice cube production on and

off

~ "Switching ice cube production on or off" on page 16

Water filter

Change the water filter after 6 months at the latest.

If the ice tastes stale, discard the rest of the ice cubes and the ones produced over the next 24 hours. If the ice still tastes stale, change the water filter.

Note: You can also use the appliance without a water filter. Replace the water filter with a bypass cartridge. Switch off the water filter counter. There is no need to change the bypass cartridge.

A new water filter or bypass cartridge can be obtained from customer service or a specialist dealer.

Exchange water filter or replace with bypass cartridge

You can change the water filter, or replace it with a bypass cartridge. The bypass cartridge can remain in the appliance permanently: it does not need to be changed.

Note: After installing a water filter or a bypass cartridge, discard all ice cubes produced over the first 24 hours.

1.Turn the cap of the water filter counter-clockwise.

2.Take the water filter out.

3.Remove the protective cap of the new water filter or the new bypass cartridge.

4.Take off the cap of the used water filter and put it on the new water filter or bypass cartridge.

5.Slide the new water filter or bypass cartridge to the stop in the filter opening.

Note: The cap must be horizontal here.

6.Turn the water filter or bypass cartridge clockwise to the mark.

Note: If you do not turn the water filter or bypass cartridge far enough, damage will be caused by escaping water.

7.When installing a water filter: reset water filter counter.

When installing a bypass cartridge: switch off water filter counter.

8.Discard ice cubes produced over the first 24 hours.

9.Drain the water out of the used water filter.

Note: You can dispose of the used water filter with your household garbage.

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Operating the appliance

Switching the appliance on

1.Press the main On/Off switch.

The appliance starts cooling and the light is switched on when the door is open.

2.Set the required temperature.

~ "Setting the temperature" on page 15

Operating tips

When the appliance has been switched on, it may take several hours until the set temperatures have been reached. Do not put in any food until the selected temperature has been reached.

The fully automatic NoFrost system ensures that the freezer compartment remains free of ice.

Defrosting is not required.

The front sides of the housing are partly heated slightly. This prevents condensation in the area of the door seal.

If the freezer compartment door cannot be immediately re-opened after it has been closed, wait until the resulting low pressure has equalized.

Switching off and disconnecting the appliance

Switching off the appliance

Press the main On/Off switch.

The appliance is no longer cooling.

Disconnecting the appliance

9 CAUTION

Deterioration in water quality

The water supply must be turned off 3 hours before disconnecting. This prevents mold forming with any unused water.

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

1.Turn off the water supply to the appliance and wait 3 hours.

2.Remove groceries.

3.Press the main On/Off switch.

4.Pull out the mains plug or switch off the fuse. The appliance is no longer cooling.

5.Empty the ice cube container and clean the appliance.

~ "Cleaning" on page 26

6.Leave appliance open.

Setting the temperature

Recommended temperature

Freezer compartment:

0 °F (-18 °C)

Freezer compartment

Keep pressing A/@ button until the display indicates the required temperature.

Fast freezing

Fast freezing cools the freezer compartment as cold as possible.

Switch on fast freezing e.g.:

to freeze food solid as quickly as possible

4 ... 6 hours before freezing food weighing 2 kg or more

to use the max. freezing capacity

Note: When fast freezing is switched on, increased operating noise may occur.

After approx. 2 ^ days the appliance switches to normal operation.

Switching fast freezing on or off:

Press h/â button.

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en-us Operating the appliance

Display lock for cleaning

You can use this function to switch off the touch function of the controls for 10 seconds. During this time you can

clean the display.

~ "Cleaning the display" on page 26

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press I button.

The cleaning display appears, and the countdown starts.

Switching Eco mode on or off

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press C button to move to the menu item Eco mode.

3.Press I/& button.

The temperature is changed, and the display shows the new temperature. When Eco mode is switched off, the recommended temperature is set.

Note: You can also switch Eco mode on or off by adjusting the temperature with A/@ buttons.

Switching ice cube production on or off

9 CAUTION

Damage to the appliance!

Never store bottles or food in the ice cube container, even for short periods. This can block and damage the ice maker.

Ice cube production starts as soon as the appliance has reached the set temperature.

Note: Ice cube production stops automatically when the ice cube container is full.

Switching ice maker on or off

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press C button to move to the menu item Ice cube production.

3.Press I/& button.

Eco mode

Eco mode switches the appliance to energy-saving operation.

The appliance automatically sets the following temperatures:

Freezer compartment: +3 °F (-16 °C)

Reset water filter counter

After replacing the water filter, you have to reset the water filter counter.

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Use C button to move to the menu item Reset water filter counter.

3.Use ™ button to confirm and confirm the query again with ™ button.

Note: The water filter counter will not be reset if you abort the query or take longer than 10 seconds to make an input.

Self-test

This function can be used to start fault analysis on your

appliance.

~ "Appliance self-test" on page 29

Setting the brightness of the control panel

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Press ™ button.

4.Press % button to open the menu item Brightness.

5.Press B C buttons to set the required brightness.

6.Press ™ button. The setting is saved.

7.Press ' button to exit the menu.

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Setting the display screen

You can choose between the settings Reduced and Standard. With the setting Reduced only the temperature and active special functions are displayed on the control panel after a short period without operation. If the touch fields are touched, all keys will be visible again.

With the setting Standard all keys always remain visible.

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Press ™ button.

4.Press C button to move to the menu item Display screen.

5.Press % button.

6.Press B C buttons to move to the required setting.

7.Press ™ button. The setting is saved.

8.Press ' button to exit the menu.

Setting the touch field color

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Press ™ button.

4.Press C button to move to the menu item Touch field color.

5.Press % button.

6.Press B C buttons to move to the required setting.

7.Press ™ button. The setting is saved.

8.Press ' button to exit the menu.

Setting the touch field tone type.

You can change or switch off the sound of the tones generated when pressing keys.

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Press ™ button to open the menu item.

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4.Press C button to move to the menu item Touch field tone type.

5.Press % button to open the menu item.

6.Press B C buttons to select the required setting.

7.Press ™ button. The setting is saved.

8.Press ' button to exit the menu.

Setting the touch field tone volume

You can adjust the volume level of the sounds generated when pressing keys.

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Press ™ button to open the menu item.

4.Press C button to move to the menu item Touch field tone volume.

5.Press % button to open the menu item.

6.Press B C buttons to select the required setting.

7.Press ™ button. The setting is saved.

8.Press ' button to exit the menu.

Setting the signal tone volume

You can adjust the volume level of the signal tones generated e.g. with alarms.

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Press ™ button to open the menu item.

4.Press C button to move to the menu item Signal tone volume.

5.Press % button to open the menu item.

6.Press B C buttons to select the required setting.

7.Press ™ button. The setting is saved.

8.Press ' button to exit the menu.

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en-us Operating the appliance

Switching the water filter counter on and off

If you have replaced the water filter with a particle filter, switch the water filter counter off. It is not needed in this case as the particle filter does not have to be replaced.

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the Basic settings menu.

3.Press ™ button.

4.Press C button to move to the menu item Water filter counter.

5.To change the setting, press % button.

6.Confirm the selection by pressing ™ button.

Dimming when door is opened and closed

If dimming is switched on, the light will slowly become brighter when the door is opened, and then slowly darker when it is closed.

Switching dimming on or off when opening and closing the door

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Press ™ button.

4.Press C button to move to the menu item Dimming when door is opened and closed.

5.Press % button.

6.Press C button to move to the menu item On or Off.Confirm by pressing ™ button.

Setting the temperature unit

You can choose between the unit °C and °F.

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Press ™ button.

4.Press B button to move to the menu item Temperature unit.

5.Press % button.

6.Press B C buttons to move to the required unit.

7.Press ™ button.

The unit will be changed.

8.Press ' button to exit the menu.

Setting the language

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Press ™ button.

4.Press B button to move to the menu item Language.

5.Press % button.

6.Press B C buttons to move to the required language.

7.Press ™ button.

The display restarts, and the start screen is displayed.

Resetting to the factory settings

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Press ™ button.

4.Press B button to move to the menu item Factory settings.

5.Press % button.

A signal tone sounds, and a message to confirm reset appears.

6.Press ™ button.

All settings are reset to the factory settings.

7.Press ' button to exit the menu.

Switching demo mode on or off

The cooling function of the appliance is switched off. All other functions can be used.

Note: Do not store any food items in demo mode as the appliance remains at room temperature.

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Press ™ button.

4.Press B button to move to the menu item Demo mode.

5.Press % button.

6.Press B C buttons to select the setting On or Off.

7.Press ™ button. The setting is saved.

8.Press ' button to exit the menu.

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Rest mode

The appliance switches off the following:

Automatic door opening

Note: With handle-free installation, please note that you will not be supported when opening the door during this time. To open the door in this case, reach from below under the bottom panel of the unit.

Ice maker

Audible signals

Interior light

Messages on the display

Background illumination of display is reduced

Switching Rest mode on or off

Displaying or hiding rest mode in the main menu

To use rest mode, you first have to display the function in the main menu:

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Press ™ button.

4.Press B button to move to the menu item Rest mode. Press % button.

5.Press C buttons to move to the menu item Available or Not available. Confirm by pressing ™ button.

6.Press ' button to exit the menu.

The function is displayed or hidden in the main menu.

Switching rest mode on

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press / button to open the view Rest mode duration.

3.Press A/@ buttons to change the duration.

4.Press I button to start.

The appliance switches all listed functions off.

Switching rest mode off

After the selected time elapses, the appliance switches over to normal operation.

To end rest mode before expiry of the selected time, press & button.

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Automatic door opening

The automatic door opening function supports you in opening the door.

As soon as you activate this function, automatic door opening moves out and supports you in opening the door.

9 CAUTION

Repeatedly closing the door too early will cause automatic door opening to wear out or fail.

Do not close the door as long as automatic door opening is still moved out.

If you have nevertheless closed the door, leave it closed for 5 minutes. Automatic door opening will re-adjust itself.

Open the menu item Automatic door opening:

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the Basic settings menu.

3.Press ™ button to open the menu.

4.Press B button to move to the menu item Automatic door opening.

5.To change the setting, press % button.

Switching on Push-to-open system

In an installation situation without handles you can select the Push-to-open system. Your appliance will then open a crack if you press lightly on the door.

Note: Please note that automatic door opening is disabled if Rest mode is activated.

1.Open the menu item Automatic door opening.

2.Select menu item Push-to-open system.

3.Press ™ button to open the menu item.

4.Select Opening force.Here you can select the level of force required to activate automatic door opening.

5.Select Opening duration.Here you can select how long the door should remain open a crack before it closes again automatically.

Note: If the door only remains open a crack, the appliance checks once a second whether the door is still ajar.After the selected opening duration elapses, the appliance will close the door automatically.

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Switching on Pull-to-open system

In an installation situation with handles you can select the Pull-to-open system. Your appliance will support you in opening the door as soon as you pull on the handle.

1.Open the menu item Automatic door opening.

2.Select menu item Pull-to-open system.

3.Press ™ button to open the menu item.

4.Select Opening force.Here you can select the level of force required to activate automatic door opening.

Switching off automatic door opening

1.Open the menu item Automatic door opening.

2.Select menu item Off.

Alarm

Door alarm

If the appliance door is open for a long time, the door alarm switches on. A message appears on the control panel.

Switching off the door alarm

Close the door.

Note: To mute the door alarm, you only have to acknowledge the message on the control panel. If the door remains opens a few more minutes, the message will appear again.

Home network

You can use this function to establish a connection

between the refrigerator and your mobile device.

~ "Home Connect" on page 21

Temperature alarm

If the freezer compartment becomes too warm, the temperature alarm is switched on. A message appears on the control panel. The message shows the warmest temperature reached in the freezer compartment.

9 CAUTION

During the thawing process, bacteria may develop and spoil the frozen items.

Do not refreeze partly or completely thawed food.

Refreeze food only after cooking. No longer store the frozen items for the maximum storage period.

Note: The alarm may be actuated without risk to the food in the following cases:

The appliance is put into service and does not yet contain any food.

Large quantities of fresh food are placed in the appliance.

The freezer compartment door has been open too long.

Switching off the temperature alarm

1.Check that the cause of the temperature alarm has been eliminated.

2.Press ™ button to acknowledge the message.

The message disappears. The control panel again indicates the temperature selected.

From this time on the warmest temperature is recalculated and saved.

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Home Connect

This appliance is Wi-Fi-capable and can be controlled remotely using a mobile device.

Note: Wi-Fi is a registered trade mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

In the following cases, the appliance functions like a refrigerator without a network connection and can still be operated manually via the controls:

The appliance is not connected to a home network.

The availability of the Home Connect function depends on the availability of Home Connect services in your country. Home Connect services are not available in every country. You can find more information on www.home-connect.com.

Note: Please observe the safety information in this instruction manual. Ensure that this is also observed if you operate the appliance via the Home Connect app and

are not at home when doing so.

~ "Important safety instructions" on page 4

Follow the instructions in the Home Connect app as well.

Setting up Home Connect

Notes

Wait at least 2 minutes after switching on the appliance before setting up Home Connect. Only then is internal appliance initialization complete.

Take note of the Home Connect supplementary sheet, which is supplied with the appliance or is available for download at www.gaggenau.com together with the instructions. Enter the E-number of your appliance in the search field.

You can connect your appliance to the home WLAN network (Wi-Fi) in 3 basic steps.

1.Install the app.

2.Connect your refrigerator to the home WLAN network (Wi-Fi).

3.Connect the refrigerator to the Home Connect app.

Home network menu

Here is how to open the Home network menu:

1.Press à button to open the main menu.

2.Press B button to move to the menu item Basic settings.

3.Press ™ button to open the menu item.

4.Press B button to move to the menu item Home network.

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5.Press % button to open the menu item.

Note: The first time you open the menu, you will be automatically guided through initial setup. Follow the instructions on the control panel. For further information, please also see the following chapters.

6.Press B C buttons to select the required submenu.

7.Press ' button to exit the menu.

The following sub-menus can be found in the Home network menu:

Connection

Connect to app

Software update

Delete network settings

Setting up the connection to the home network

The first time you open the menu, you will be automatically guided through initial setup. Follow the instructions on the control panel.

1.Install the Home Connect app on your mobile device.

2.Open the Home network menu on your refrigerator.

3.Open the app on your mobile device.

4.Log in or register with the app if access is not yet available.

5.Check the router of your home network to see if a WPS function is available for automatic connection.

6.If this function is available, start automatic network connection with ™ button.

Follow the instructions on the control panel.

7.Start manual network connection if this function is not available, if you're not sure whether the function is available, or if automatic network connection failed.

The refrigerator temporarily generates its own network for connecting the mobile device.

8.Start manual network connection in the app of your mobile device.

As soon as the refrigerator is connected to the mobile device, a connection between the refrigerator and your home network is established.

Note: If the connection cannot be established, check

whether there is sufficient reception.

~ "Verifying signal strength" on page 21

Verifying signal strength

The signal strength is displayed in the start window of the Home network menu.The signal strength should be at least 50 %. If the signal strength is too weak, the connection may be interrupted.

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Improving signal strength

Place the router closer to the refrigerator.

Check that screening walls do not interfere with the connection.

Install a repeater to make the signal stronger.

Connecting the refrigerator to the Home Connect app

Use this menu to connect your refrigerator to mobile devices.

1.Install the Home Connect app on your mobile device and log in or register.

2.Open the Home network menu on your refrigerator.

~ "Setting up Home Connect" on page 21

3.Press C button to move to the menu item Connect to app.

4.Press % button to open the menu item.

5.Confirm the message to display the refrigerator in the app.

6.Open the app and wait until the refrigerator is displayed.

Press Add to confirm the connection between the app and the refrigerator.

If the refrigerator is not automatically displayed, click on Add appliance in the app and follow the instructions. As soon as your refrigerator is displayed, add it with +.

7.Follow the instructions in the app until the process is complete.

Installing updates for the Home Connect software

The refrigerator checks at regular intervals whether updates are available for the Home Connect software.

If an update is available, a little exclamation mark à appears on the á button.

Installing the update:

1.Press á button.

The special menu Home network note opens.

2.Press ™ button to open the menu item.

A note window with the necessary steps for installing the new software appears.

3.To close the note window, press ™ button.

4.Open the Home network menu on your refrigerator.

~ "Setting up Home Connect" on page 21

5.Press C button to move to the menu item Software update.

6.Press % button to open the menu item.

Note: The % button is only visible if an update is available.

The software is installed.

7.A note appears when installation is complete.

8.Press ™ button to close the note.

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Customer Service access

If you contact Customer Service, they can access your appliance and view its status after you have given your consent. You need to have your appliance connected to your home network for this.

Further information about Customer Service access and its availability in your country is available under www.home-connect.com in the Help & Support area.

1.Contact Customer Service.

~ "Customer service" on page 29

2.Confirm the start of Customer Service access in the app.

During Customer Service access the symbol Ù appears on the control panel.

3.As soon as Customer Service has obtained the necessary data, they end access.

Note: You can interrupt remote diagnosis early by switching off Customer Service access in the Home Connect app.

Deleting network settings

If there is a problem when trying to establish a connection, or if you would like to register the appliance in a different home network (WLAN), the Home Connect settings can be reset.

1.Open the Home network menu on your refrigerator.

~ "Setting up Home Connect" on page 21

2.Press C button to move to the menu item Delete network settings.

3.Press % button to open the menu item.

4.Confirm the message to delete the network settings.

To then reconnect the appliance to the home network,

perform initial setup again.

~ Page 21

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Information on data protection

The first time your Home Connect appliance is registered on a WLAN home network connected to the Internet (WiFi), your appliance will transmit the following types of data to the Home Connect server (initial registration):

Unique appliance identification (consisting of appliance codes as well as the MAC address of the installed Wi-Fi communication module).

Security certificate of the Wi-Fi communication module (to ensure a secure data connection).

The current software and hardware version of your domestic appliance.

Status of any previous resetting to factory settings.

This initial registration prepares the

Home Connect functions for use and is only required when you want to use these Home Connect functions for the first time.

Note: Please note that the Home Connect functions can be utilized only in conjunction with the Home Connect app. Information on data protection can be called up in the Home Connect app.

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en-us Freezer compartment

Freezer compartment

The freezer compartment is suitable for:

storing frozen food

making ice cubes

freezing food

The temperature can be set from -11 °F (-24 °C)... +7 °F (-14 °C).

The freezer compartment can be used to store perishable foods long-term almost without any noticeable reduction in quality, as the low temperatures considerably slow down or stop deterioration. Appearance, flavor and all valuable ingredients are largely retained.

The time between putting fresh food in the freezer compartment and it freezing solid depends on the following factors:

temperature set

type of food

amount of food in the freezer compartment

quantity and type of storage

Fully utilizing the freezer volume

To place the maximum quantity of frozen food in the freezer compartment:

Remove all fittings.

Store food directly on the shelves and on the floor of the freezer compartment.

Purchasing frozen food

Ensure the packaging is not damaged.

Check there is a sell-by date.

The temperature in the supermarket freezer must be 0 °F (-18 °C) or lower.

Do not interrupt the freezing chain. If possible, transport frozen food in a cool bag and place in the freezer compartment quickly.

When loading products

Freeze large quantities of food in the top compartment.

This is where it will freeze especially quickly and gently.

Distribute food in the compartments or frozen food containers.

Do not bring food which is to be frozen into contact with frozen food.

If required, restack frozen food in the frozen food containers.

Important for unrestricted air circulation in the appliance:

push in frozen food containers up to the limit stop.

Freezing fresh food

Freeze only fresh and undamaged food.

Food which is boiled, fried or baked is more suitable for freezing than food which is eaten raw.

Before freezing food, make preparations appropriate to the food in order to retain the best possible nutritional value, flavor and color:

Vegetables: wash, chop, blanch.

Fruit: wash, pit and perhaps peel, possibly add sugar or ascorbic acid solution.

Information on how to do this can be found in relevant literature.

Suitable for freezing

Baked goods

Fish and seafood

Meat

Poultry and game

Vegetables, fruit and herbs

Eggs without shells

Dairy products, e.g. cheese, butter and quark

Ready meals and leftovers, e.g. soups, stews, cooked meat and fish, potato dishes, soufflés and desserts

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Not suitable for freezing

Types of vegetables which are usually eaten raw, e.g. lettuce or radishes

Unpeeled or hard-boiled eggs

Grapes

Whole apples, pears and peaches

Yoghurt, soured milk, sour cream, creme fraiche and mayonnaise

Packing frozen food

The correct type of packaging and material selection are decisive factors in the retention of the product quality and prevent the development of freezer burn.

1.Place food in packaging.

2.Remove air.

3.Pack food airtight to prevent it from losing flavor or drying out.

4.Label packaging with contents and date of freezing.

Suitable packaging:

Plastic foil

Tubular foil made of polyethylene (PE)

Aluminum foil

Freezer containers

Suitable closures:

Rubber bands

Plastic clips

Cold-resistant adhesive tape

Unsuitable packaging:

Wrapping paper

Greaseproof paper

Cellophane

Garbage bags and used grocery bags

Shelf life of frozen food at 0 °F (-18 °C)

Fish, sausage, ready meals,	up to 6 months
and cakes and pastries:
Meat, poultry:	up to 8 months
Vegetables, fruit:	up to 12 months

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Thawing frozen food

The thawing method must be adjusted to the food and application in order to retain the best possible product quality.

Thawing methods:

in the refrigerator compartment (especially suitable for animal-based foods such as fish, meat, cheese, quark)

at room temperature (bread)

in the microwave (food for immediate consumption or immediate preparation)

in the oven/cooker (food for immediate consumption or immediate preparation)

9 CAUTION

Do not refreeze partly or completely thawed food. You can only refreeze food once it has been cooked (boiled or fried).

The frozen food can no longer be stored for the maximum duration.

Defrosting

Freezer compartment

The fully automatic NoFrost system ensures that the freezer compartment remains free of ice. Defrosting is no longer required.

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en-us Cleaning

Cleaning

9 CAUTION

Avoid damaging the appliance and the equipment.

Do not use abrasive, chloride-based or acidic cleaning agents or solvents.

Do not use scouring or abrasive sponges. The metallic surfaces may corrode.

Never clean the shelves or bins in the dishwasher.

The parts may become deformed.

Cleaning the display

The change in temperature and humidity can cause the controls to steam up.

Switch the clean lock on before cleaning.

~ "Display lock for cleaning" on page 16

Use a clean micro-fiber cloth for cleaning.

Cleaning the appliance interior

Proceed as follows:

1.Press the main On/Off switch.

2.Take out food and store in a cool location. Place ice pack (if available) on the food.

3.Clean the appliance with a soft cloth, lukewarm water and a little pH-neutral washing-up liquid.

9 CAUTION

The rinsing water must not run into the light or through the drainage hole into the evaporation area.

4.Wipe door seal with clear water and dry thoroughly with a cloth.

5.Switch appliance back on and put in food.

Cleaning the fittings

To clean, take the variable parts out of the appliance.

~ "Equipment" on page 12

Care instructions for stainless steel surfaces

When taking care of and cleaning stainless steel surfaces, use only cleaning agents suitable for stainless steel and a stainless steel cleaning cloth.

You can purchase a suitable stainless steel cleaning cloth from customer service.

To prevent visible scratches, clean the stainless steel surface in the direction of the structure.

Noises

Normal noises

Droning: A motor is running, e.g. refrigerating unit, ventilator.

Bubbling, buzzing or gurgling: Refrigerant is flowing through the tubes.

Clicking: Motor, switches or solenoid valves are switching on or off.

Cracking: Automatic defrosting is running.

Preventing noises

Appliance is not level: Align appliance using a water level. If required, place a little packing underneath.

Bins, shelves or storage compartments wobble or stick:

Check the removable fittings and re-insert if required.

Lighting

Your appliance features a maintenance-free LED light.

Only customer service or authorized technicians may repair the light.

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Faults – what to do?

Before you call customer service, use this table to check whether you can rectify the fault yourself.

Appliance

Temperature differs greatly from the set value.

	Switch off appliance for 5 minutes.
	~ "Switching off and disconnecting the
	appliance" on page 15
	If the temperature is too warm, check temperature
	again after a couple of hours.
	If the temperature is too cold, check temperature again
	on the following day.
Displays do not light up.
The power plug has not been inserted properly.	Connect the power plug.
The fuse has tripped.	Check the fuses.
The power has failed.	Check whether the power is on.
The refrigeration unit is switching on more frequently and for longer.
The appliance was opened frequently.	Do not open the appliance unnecessarily.
The ventilation openings are covered up.	Remove obstacles.
Large quantities of fresh food have been put in.	Switch on super cooling promptly in advance.
Appliance is not cooling, display and lighting are lit.
Demo mode is switched on.	Switch demo mode off.
	~ "Switching demo mode on or off" on page 18
The door does not open when pressed.
A special mode has switched off automatic door open-	To open the door, reach from below underneath the
ing.	bottom panel of the unit or switch off special mode.
	~ "Switching Rest mode on or off" on page 19
Pull-to-open is switched on.	Switch the appliance to Push-to-open.
	~ "Automatic door opening" on page 19
The opening force is set too high.	Select a lower setting for the opening force.
	~ "Automatic door opening" on page 19
The fuse has tripped.	Check the fuses.
The power has failed.	Check whether the power is on.

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