Haier HB18FGSAAA User Guide

User Manual

Refrigerator-Freezer

HB18FGSAAA

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Warning – Important Safety information

General information and tips

Environmental information

Disposal

Help protect the environment and human health. Put the packaging in applicable containers to recycle it. Help to recycle waste of electrical and electronic appliances. Do not dispose appliances marked with this symbol with the household waste. Return the product to your local recycling facility or contact your municipal

oce.

WARNING!

Risk of injury or suocation!

Refrigerants and gases must be disposed of professionally. Ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damaged before being properly disposed of. Disconnect

the appliance from the mains supply. Cut o the mains cable and dispose of it. Remove

the trays and drawers as well as the door catch and seals, to prevent children and pets to get closed in the appliance.

1- Safety information ..................................................................................................................... .4

2- Intended use ............................................................................................................................... .8

3- Product description ...................................................................................................................9

4- Control panel ..............................................................................................................................10

5- Use ................................................................................................................................................11

6- Energy saving tips .....................................................................................................................20

7- Equipment ..................................................................................................................................21

8- Care and Cleaning.....................................................................................................................25

9- Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................28

10- Installation ................................................................................................................................31

11- Technical Data ........................................................................................................................ .34

Content

12- Customer Service ..................................................................................................................35

1- Safety information

Before switching on the appliance for the rst time read the following safety hints!:

WARNING!

Before rst use

▶ Make sure there is no transport damage. ▶ Remove all packaging and keep out of children´s reach. ▶ Wait at least two hours before installing the appliance in order to

ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully ecient.

▶ Handle the appliance always with at least two persons because it

is heavy.

Installation

▶ The appliance should be placed in a well-ventilated place. Ensure

a space of at least 10 cm above and around the appliance.

▶ Never place the appliance in a damp area or location where it

might be splashed with water. Clean and dry water splashes and stains with a soft clean cloth.

▶ Do not install the appliance in direct sunlight or in the near of heat

sources(e.g. stoves, heaters). ▶ Install and level the appliance in an area suitable for its size and use. ▶ Keep ventilation openings in the appliance or in the in-built struc-

ture clear of obstruction. ▶ Make sure that the electrical information on the rating plate agrees

with the power supply. If it does not, contact an electrician. ▶ The appliance is operated by a 220-240 VAC/50 Hz power sup-

ply. Abnormal voltage uctuation may cause the appliance to fail

to start, or damage to the temperature control or compressor, or

there may be an abnormal noise when operating. In such case, an

automatic regulator shall be mounted. ▶ Use a separate earthed socket for the power supply which is easy

accessible. The appliance must be earthed.

▶ Only for UK: The appliance’s power cable is tted with 3-cord

(grounding) plug that ts a standard 3-cord (grounded) socket.

Never cut o or dismount the third pin (grounding). After the ap-

pliance is installed, the plug should be accessible. ▶ Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables. ▶ Ensure that the power cable is not trapped by the refrigerator. Do

not step on the power cable. ▶ Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

WARNING!

Daily use

▶ This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and

above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

▶ Keep away children under 3 years of age from the appliance un-

less they are constantly supervised.

▶ Children shall not play with the appliance. ▶ If cool gas or other inammable gas is leaking in the vicinity of the

appliance, turn o the valve of the leaking gas, open the doors

and windows and do not unplug a plug in the power cable of the refrigerator or any other appliance.

▶ Notice that the appliance is set for operation at a specic am-

bient range between 10 and 43°C. The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long period at a temperature above or below the indicated range.

▶ Do not place unstable articles (heavy objects, containers lled

with water) on top of the refrigerator, to ovoid personal injury caused by falling or electric shock caused by contact with water.

▶ Do not pull on the door shelves. The door may be pulled slant, the

bottle rack, may be pulled away, or the appliance may topple.

▶ Open and close the doors only with the handles. The gap between

the doors and between the doors and the cabinet is very narrow. Do not extend your hands in these areas to avoid pinching your

ngers. Open or close the refrigerator doors only when there are

no children standing within the range of door movement.

▶ Do not store or use inammable, explosive or corrosive materials

in the appliance or in the vicinity.

▶ Do not store medicines, bacteria or chemical agents in the ap-

pliance. This appliance is a household appliance. It is not recommended to store materials that require strict temperatures.

▶ Never store liquids in bottles or cans (besides high percentage

spirits) especially carbonated beverages in the freezer, as these will burst during freezing.

▶ Check the condition of food if a warming in the freezer has taken place.

1- Safety information

WARNING!

Daily use

▶ Do not set unnecessarily low temperature in the refrigerator

compartment. Minus temperatures may occur at high settings. Attention: Bottles can burst.

▶ Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands (wear gloves). Espe-

cially do not eat ice lollies immediately after removal from the freezer compartment. There is the risk to freeze or the formation of frost blisters. FIRST aid: keep immediately under running cold water. Do not pull away!

▶ Do not touch the inside surface of the freezer storage compart-

ment when in operation, especially with wet hands, as your hands may freeze onto the surface.

▶ Unplug the appliance in the event of a power interruption or be-

fore cleaning. Allow at least 5 minutes before restarting the appliance, as frequent starting may damage the compressor.

▶ Do not use electrical devices inside the food storage compart-

ments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

Maintenance / cleaning

▶ Make sure children are supervised if they carry out cleaning and

maintenance.

▶ Disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply before un-

dertaking any routine maintenance. Allow at least 5 minutes before restarting the appliance, as frequent starting may damage the compressor.

▶ Hold the plug, not the cable, when unplugging the appliance. ▶ Do not scrape o frost and ice with sharp objects. Do not use

sprays, electric heaters like heater, hair dryer, steam cleaners or other sources of heat in order to avoid damage to the plastic parts.

▶ Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the

defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

▶ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manu-

facturer, its service agent or similarly qualied persons in order to

avoid a hazard.

▶ Do not try to repair, disassemble or modify the appliance by your-

self. In case of repair please contact our customer service.

1- Safety information

WARNING!

Maintenance / cleaning

▶ Eliminate the dust on the back of the unit at least once in the year

to avoid hazard by re, as well as increased energy consumption.

▶ Do not spray or ush the appliance during cleaning. ▶ Do not use water spray or steam to clean the appliance. ▶ Do not clean the cold glass shelves with hot water. Sudden tem-

perature change may cause the glass to break.

Refrigerant gas information

WARNING!

The appliance contains the ammable refrigerant ISOBUTANE

(R600a). Make sure the refrigerant circuit is not damaged during transportation or installation. Leaking refrigerant may cause eye

injuries or ignite. If a damage has occurred, keep away open re

sources, thoroughly ventilate the room, do not plug or unplug the power cords of the appliance or any other appliance. Inform the customer service.

In case of eyes get into contact with the refrigerant, rinse immediately it under running water and call immediately the eye specialist.

CAUTION!

When you close the door, the vertical door beam on the left door should be bent inside (1).

If you try to close the left door and the vertical door

beam is unbent (2), you should bend it rstly, otherwise the door beam will hit the xing shaft or right

door. Thus a damage to the door beam or a leak will occur.

There is a heating thread inside the vertical door beam. The temperature of the surface will rise a lit-

tle, which is normal and won´t aect the function of

refrigerator.

2- Intended use

2.1 Intended use

This appliance is intended for cooling and freezing food. It has been designed exclusively for use in dry-interior house-holds. It is not intended for commercial or industrial use.

Changes or modications to the device are not allowed. Unintended use may cause hazards and loss of warranty claims.

2.2 Accessories

Check the accessories and literature in accordance with this list (Fig.:2.2):

2.2

Ice maker with ice scoop

Fresher Pad

2 Egg trays

Energy lable

2 freezer packs

3 spacers

User manualWarranty card

1 2

3- Product description

Notice: Dierences

Due to technical changes and dierent models, some of the illustrations in this manual may dier from your model.

Picture of appliance (Fig. 3)

A: Refrigerator compartment

1 Rating plate 2 Refrigerator LED lamp 3 ABT sterilisation module 4 Glass shelf 5 O.K.-temperature indicator (optional) 6 Door rack 7 Panel of DryZone drawer 8 Door beam 9 Air duct 10 Door rack 11 Turning cover of Fruit and vegetable drawer 12 Fruit and vegetable drawer

13 Panel of MoistZone drawer 14 MoistZone drawer 15 DryZone drawer

B: Freezer compartment

16 Freezer box 17 Upper freezer storage drawer 18 Pre-Freezing tray 19 Fresher Pad 20 Lower freezer storage drawer 21 Adjustable feet 22 Ice maker 23 Freezer drawer handle

4- Control panel

Control panel (Fig. 4)

3 Sec. Holiday

Super-Cool

Super-Frz.

graphic.

Keys:

A Fridge temperature setting B Freezer temperature setting

C Fuzzy mode and Holiday function on/o D Super-Cool function on/o E Super-Freeze function on/o

F Panel lock/unlock

Indicators:

a Temperature fridge compartment b Temperature freezer compartment c1 Holiday function c2 Fuzzy mode d Super-Cool function e Super-Freeze function f Panel lock

5- Use

5.1 Before rst use

▶ Remove all packaging materials, keep them out of children`s reach and dispose

them in an environmentally friendly manner.

▶ Clean the inside and outside of the appliance with water and a mild detergent before

putting any food in it.

▶ After the appliance has been levelled and cleaned, wait for at least 2 hours before

connecting it to the power supply. See Section INSTALLATION.

▶ Precool the compartments at high settings before loading with food. The functions

Super-Freeze and Super-Cool help to cool down the compartments quickly.

▶ The refrigerator temperature and freezer temperature are automatically set to 5° C

and -18° C respectively. These are the recommended settings. If desired, you can change these temperatures manually. Please see MANUAL ADJUSTING MODE.

5.2 Sensor keys

The buttons on the control panel are sensor keys, which already respond when lightly

touched with the nger.

5.3 Switch on /o the appliance

The appliance is in operation as soon as it is connected to the power supply.

When the appliance is powered on for the rst time, the actual refrigerator and freezer

temperatures (“a” and “b”) are displayed. The display will ash. If the doors are closed it will

switch o after 30 seconds. Maybe the panel lock is active.

Notice: Presettings

▶ The appliance is preset to the recommended temperature of 5°C (refrigerator) and

- 18°C (freezer). Under normal ambient condition you need not to set a temperature.

▶ The presetting function for the DryZone drawer is “Fruits and Vegetables”. for the

MoistZone drawer “High humidity”

▶ When the appliance is switched on after disconnection from the main power supply, it

may take up to 12 hours for the correct temperatures to be reached.

Empty the appliance before switching o. To switch o the appliance,pull the power cord

out o the power socket.

5.4 Standby-mode

The display screen turns o automatically 30 seconds after pressing a key. The display will

be automatically locked. It lights up automatically by touching any key or opening the door/

drawer.

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Fuzzy

5.5

5.5 Lock/unlock panel

Notice: Panel lock

The control panel is automatically blocked against activation if 30 seconds no key is touched. For any settings the control panel must be unlocked.

▶ Touch key “F” for 3 seconds to block all panel ele-

ments against activation (Fig. 5.5). The related indicator “f” is now displayed.

▶ For unlocking touch again the key.

5.6 Door/drawer opening alarm

When one of the refrigerator doors or one of the freezer drawers is opened for more than 1 minute, the door/drawer opening alarm will sound. The alarm can be silenced by closing the door/drawer. If the door/drawer is left open for more than 7 minutes, the light inside

the refrigerator and control panel illumination will automatically switch o.

5.7 Select the working mode

You may need to select one of the following two ways to set the appliance:

5.7.1-1 5.7.1-2

3 Sec. Holiday

Fuzzy

3 Sec. Holiday

5.7.1 Fuzzy mode

If you do not have any special requirements, we recommend that you use fuzzy mode : In the Fuzzy mode, the appliance can automatically adjust the temperature setting according to the ambient temperature and temperature change in the appliance. This function is totally hand free.

1. Unlock the panel by touching key “F” if it is locked (Fig. 5.5).

2. Touch key “C” (Fuzzy) (Fig. 5.7.1-1).

3. Indicator “c2” illuminates and the function is activated (Fig. 5.7.1-2).

By repeating the above steps or selecting an other

function this function can be switched o again.

5.7.2 Manual adjusting mode

If you want to manually adjust the temperature of the appliance in order to store a particular food, you can set the temperature via a temperature adjusting key:

Notice: Conict with other functions

The temperature cannot be adjusted, if any other function (Super-Cool, Super-Freeze, Hoilday or Fuzzy) is activated or the display is locked. The corresponding indicator will

ash accompanying with a buzzer.

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5.7.2.1 Adjust the temperature for fridge

1. Unlock the panel by touching key “F” if it is locked (Fig. 5.5).

2. Touch key “A” (Fridge) to select the fridge compartment. The actual temperature in the fridge compartment is displayed (Fig. 5.7.2-1).

3. Touch sequentially key “A” (Fridge) until the desired value of temperature is ashing (Fig. 5.7.2-2). A signal will sound at each key touch. The temperature increases in sequences of 1°C from a minimum of 1°C to a maximum of 9°C. The optimum temperature in the fridge is 5 °C. Colder temperatures mean unnecessary energy consumption.

4. Touch any key except „A“ (Fridge) to conrm, or the

setting conrms automatically after 5 seconds. Displayed temperature stops ashing.

5.7.2.2 Adjust the temperature for freezer

1. Unlock the panel by touching key “F” if it is locked (Fig. 5.5).

2. Touch key “B” (Freezer) to select the freezer compartment. The actual temperature in the freezer compartment is displayed (Fig. 5.7.2-3).

3. Touch sequentially key“B” (Freezer) until the desired

value of temperature is ashing (Fig. 5.7.2-4).

A signal will sound at each key press. The temperature increases in sequences of 1°C from -15°C to

-23°C. The optimum temperature in the freezer is

-18°C. Colder temperatures mean unnecessary energy consumption.

4. Touch any key except „B“ (Freezer) to conrm, or

the setting conrms automatically after 5 seconds. Displayed temperature stops ashing.

Fridge

5.7.2-4

Freezer

5.7.2-2

5.7.2-1

Fridge

5.7.2-3

Freezer

Notice: Inuences on temperatures

The indoor temperatures are inuenced by the following factors:

▶ Ambient temperature ▶ Frequency of door opening

▶ Amount of stored foods ▶ Installation of the appliance

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5.8-1 5.8-2

Super-Cool

5.8 Super-Cool function

Switch on the Super-Cool function if larger quantity of food should be stored (for example after the purchase). The Super-Cool function accelerates the cooling of fresh food and protects the goods already stored from undesirable warming. When the function start, The fridge temperature is nearly +1°C.

1. Unlock the panel by touching key “F” if it is locked (Fig. 5.5).

2. Touch key “D” (Super-Cool) (Fig. 5.8.-1).

3. Indicator “d” illuminates and the function is activated (Fig. 5.8.-2).

By repeating the above steps or selecting an other

This function will be automatically disabled when the function has lasted for more than 3 hours.

5.9-1

Super-Frz.

5.9-2

Super-Frz.

5.9 Super-Freeze function

Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible to the core. This preserved the best nutritional value, appearance and taste. The Super-Freeze function accelerates the freezing of fresh food and protects the goods already stored from undesirable warming. If you need to freeze a large amount of food once, it is recommended to set the Super-Freeze function on ahead for 24h before the usage of frozen room. The freezer temperature is nearly -24 °C to -30°C when the

function start.

Unlock the panel by touching key ““F” if it is locked (Fig. 5.5).

Touch key “E” (Super-Freeze) (Fig. 5.9.-1).

3. Indicator “e” illuminates and the function is activated (Fig. 5.9.-2).

By repeating the above steps or selecting an other

then operated at the previously set temperature.

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5.10 Holiday function

This function sets the fridge temperature permanently to 17°C. When the ambient temperature is below 17°C, the refrigerator temperature is close to the ambient temperature. This allows to keep the door of the empty fridge closed without causing an odour or mold - during a long absence (e.g. during holiday). The freezer compartment is free for your setting.

1. Unlock the panel by touching key “F” if it is locked (Fig. 5.5).

2. Touch key “C” (Fuzzy) for 3 seconds Fig. 5.10). Indicator “c1” illuminates .and the function is activated.

By repeating the above steps or selecting an other

function this function can be switched o again.

Fuzzy

3 Sec. Holiday

5.10

WARNING!

During the Holiday function no goods must be stored in the refrigerator compartment. The temperature of + 17 ° C is too high for storing food.

5.11 DryZone drawer

The fridge compartment is equipped with a DryZone drawer. In accordance with the food’s storage demands, the most suitable function can be selected to get the optimal nutritional value of the foods Following functions are available:

5.11.1 Function Precious

The appliance provides the chamber for precious food with mild and dry fresh air via intel-

ligent control, avoiding the damp and mustiness to eectively preserve the nutrition of

the food for a long time. This function is suitable to store dry food with low water content

like tea, coee, dried fruit etc.

5.11.2 Function Fruits & Veg

This function is suitable to store fruits and vegetables like apples and carrots.

Notice: Fruits & Veg function

Cold-sensitive fruits like pineapple, avocado, bananas, grapefruits and vegetables such as potatoes, aubergines, beans, cucumbers, zucchini and tomatoes and cheese should not be stored in the DryZone drawer .

5.11.3 Function 0°C Fresh

This function sets the temperature in the DryZone drawer to 0 °C. Suitable to store of fresh food

such as meat, sh, mussels or instant products. Most foods stay fresh at 0 ° C, but not frozen.

Notice: 0°C Fresh

Due to dierent water contents of meat, some meat with more moisture will be frozen

at temperatures lower than 0 °C. So “immediately cut” meat should be stored in DryZone drawer, with temperatures min. 0°C.

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Precious Fruits & Veg 0°C Fresh 3Sec. Lock

K NML

k l m n

3Sec. Lock

High Hum.Low Hum. Mid Hum. 3Sec. Lock

G JIH

j i h

Notice: DryZone drawer

▶ One of the three functions of the DryZone compartment must always be activated ▶ When you chose “0°C Fresh“ or “Precious” set the temperature of the refrigerating

compartment in the middle level (5°C), in order to preserve your food in the optimal storage environment.

5.11.4-1

5.11.4-2 5.11.4-3

3Sec. Lock

5.11.4 Select function for DryZone drawer

The function can be selected by using the separate panel (Fig. 5.11.4-1) which is located at the drawer cover.

1. If indicator “n” illuminates the panel is locked and must be unlocked by touching key “N” (3 Sec. Lock) for 3 seconds (Fig. 5.11.4-2). A buzzer sounds and

indicator “n” turns o (Fig. 5.11.4-2).

2. Touch corresponding key “K/L/M” of desired function. After a few seconds corresponding indicator “k/l/m” illuminates .and the function is activated.

3. Lock the panel by touching key “N” (3Sec. Lock) for 3 seconds. A buzzer sounds and indicator “n” turns on (Fig. 5.11.4-3).

5.12 MoistZone drawer

The fridge compartment is equipped with a MoistZone drawer. Appropriate de-polythene module enhance the freshness preservation by removing the ripener. Following functions are available:

Function Recommended food

Low Hum.

Mid Hum. Pears, grapes cherries etc.

High Hum.

5.12.1

Notice: Panel lock

The control panel of DryZone and MoistZone drawer is automatically blocked against activation if door is open. For any settings the control panel must be unlocked.

Dry fruit and other dry food with low water content like like butter, fats and oils, bread or chocolate.

Cabbage, mushrooms etc.

5.12.1 Select function for MoistZone drawer

The humidity in this drawer can be adjusted by using the separate humidity control panel (Fig. 5.12.1) which is located at the drawer cover.

The steps are the same as describe in chapter 5.11.4 but only by using the panel for MoistZone.

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5.13 Fridge o function

This function shuts down the refrigerator. This has no

eect on the freezer compartment.

1. Panel must be locked.

2. Press simultaneously key “A” (Fridge) and “B” (Freezer) for 3 seconds (Fig. 5.13).

3. Fridge temperature indicator “a” shows “OF” and the function is activated.

The same operation can exit Fridge o function manually.

WARNING!

▶ Empty the appliance before switching o. ▶ Keep the door of the refrigerating compartment open, when Fridge o function is

activated, in order to avoid odour or mold..

5.13

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5.14 Tips on storing fresh food

5.14.1 Storing into the refrigerator compartment

▶ Keep your fridge temperature below 5°C. ▶ Hot food must be cooled to room temperature before storing in the appliance. ▶ Foods stored in the refrigerator should be washed and dried before storing ▶ Food to be stored should be properly sealed to avoid odour or taste alterations. ▶ Do not store excessive quantities of food. Leave spaces between foods to allow cold

air owing around them, for a better and more homogeneous cooling.

▶ Foods eaten daily should be stored at the front of the shelf. ▶ Leave a gap between foods and the inner walls, allowing air owing. In special way

don’t store foods against the rear wall: foods could freeze against rear wall. Avoid direct contact of food (especially oily or acidic food) with the inner liner, as oil/acid can erode the inner liner. Clean away oily/acid dirt whenever it is found.

▶ Frozen food can be gently thawed in the refrigerator compartment. This saves en-

ergy.

▶ The ageing process of fruit and vegetables such as courgettes, melons, papaya, ba-

nana, pineapple, etc. can be accelerated in the refrigerator. Therefore, it is not advisable to store them in the refrigerator. However, the ripening of strongly green fruits can be promoted for a certain period. Onions, garlic, ginger and other root vegetables should also be stored at room temperature.

▶ Unpleasant odours inside the fridge are a sign that something has spilled and clean-

ing is required. See CARE AND CLEANING.

▶ Dierent foods should be placed in dierent areas according to their properties (Fig.:

5.14.1).

5.14.1

Fine-controlled micro air-channel

8 9

NAVI-FORCE

1 Butter, cheese, eggs, spices, etc. 2 Eggs, canned food, spices, etc 3 Drinks and bottled foods.

4 Pickled foods, canned food, etc.

5 Meat products, snack foods, etc.

2 6

6 Pasta, milk, tofu, dairy, etc.

7 Fruit, vegetables, salad, etc.

8 DryZone drawer

▶

: Butter, fats, oils, chocolate etc.

▶

: Pears, grapes cherries etc.

▶

: Cabbage, mushrooms etc.

9 MoistZone drawer:

▶

: tea, coee, dried fruit etc.

▶

: Apples, carrots etc.

▶

: Rraw fresh food

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5.14.2 Storage into the freezer compartment

▶ Keep the freezer temperature at- 18°C. ▶ 24 hours before freezing switch on the Super-Freeze function; -for small quantities

of food 4-6 hours are sucient.

▶ Hot food must be cooled to room temperature before storing in the freezer compartment.

▶ Food cut into small portions will freeze faster and be easier to defrost and cook. The

recommended weight for each portion is less than 2.5 kg

▶ It is better to pack food before putting it into the freezer. The outside of the pack-

aging must be dry to avoid bags sticking together. Packaging materials should be odour-free, airtight, non-poisonous and nontoxic.

▶ In order to avoid expiration of storage periods, please note the freezing date, time limit

and name of the food on the packaging according to the storage periods of dierent

foods.

▶ WARNING!: Acid, alkali and salt etc. could erode the internal surface of the freezer.

Do not place the food having these substances (e.g. sea sh) directly on the internal

surface. Salt water in the freezer should be cleaned up immediately.

▶ Do not exceed the food storage times recommended by the manufacturers. Only

take the required amount of food out of the freezer.

▶ Consume defrosted food quickly. Defrosted food cannot be re-frozen unless it is

rst cooked, otherwise it may bless edible.

▶ Do not load excessive quantities of fresh food in the freezer compartment. Refer to

the freezing capacity of the freezer – See TECHNICAL DATA or data at the type plate.

▶ Food can be stored in the freezer at a temperature of at least -18°C for 2 to 12 months,

depending on its properties (e.g., meat: 3-12 months, vegetables: 6-12 months)

▶ When freezing fresh food, avoid bringing it in contact with already frozen food. Risk

of thawing!

▶ Dierent foods should be placed in dierent areas according to their properties (Fig.:

5.14.2). 1 Freezer box:

Small frozen food like meat or small pizza

2 Upper freezer storage drawer:

Ice maker, freezer packs, Fresher Pad, less weighty items, such as ice cream, vegetables, bread etc.

3 Preefreezing tray:

Bigger size pizza, small parts such as herbals, ice cream etc.

4 Lower freezer storage drawer:

Large/heavier portions of food, such as meats joints for roasting etc.

5.14.2

5.14.3 When storing commercially frozen foods, please follow these guidelines:

▶ Always follow manufacturers’ guidelines for the length of time you should store food

for. Do not exceed these guidelines!

▶ Try to keep the length of time between purchase and storage as short as possible to

preserve food quality. ▶ Buy frozen foods, which have been stored at a temperature of –18 °C or below. ▶ Avoid buying food which has ice or frost on the packaging – This indicates that the

products might have been partially defrosted and refrozen at some point – temper-

ature rises aect the quality of food.

6- Energy saving tips

Energy saving tips

▶ Make sure the appliance is properly ventilated (see INSTALLATION). ▶ Do not install the appliance in direct sunlight or in the near of heat sources(e.g. stoves,

heaters).

▶ Avoid unnecessarily low temperature in the appliance. The energy consumption in-

creases the lower the temperature in the appliance is set. ▶ Functions like SUPER-FREEZE or SUPER-COOL consume more energy. ▶ Allow warm food to cool down before placing it in the appliance. ▶ Open the appliance door as little and as briey as possible. ▶ Do not overll the appliance to avoid obstructing the air ow. ▶ Avoid air within the food packaging. ▶ Keep door seals clean so that the door always closes correctly. ▶ Defreeze frozen food in the fridge storage compartment.

7- Equipment

7.1 Multi-air-ow

The refrigerator is equipped with a multi-air-ow system, with which cool air ows are located on every

shelf level (Fig. 7.1). This helps to maintain a uniform temperature to ensure that your food is kept fresher for longer.

7.2 Adjustable shelves

The height of the shelves can be adjusted to t your

storage needs.

1. To relocate a shelf, remove it rst by uplifting its

hind edge (1) and pulling it out (2) (Fig. 7.2).

2. To reinstall it, put it on the lugs on both sides and push it to the most rearward position until the rear

of the shelf is xed inside the slots in the sides

Notice: Shelves

Ensure that all ends of a shelf are level.

7.3 Removable door racks

The door racks can be removed for cleaning: Place hands on each side of the rack, lift it upwards (1)

and pull it out (2) (Fig. 7.3). In order to insert the door rack, the above steps are

carried out in reverse order.

7.1

Fine-controlled micro air-channel

NAVI-FORCE

7.2

7.3

7.4 Fruit and vegetable drawer

Storage zone for fruit and vegetables (Fig. 7.4) to keep them fresh and healthy.

Notice: Fruits and vegetable drawer

7.4

7- Equipment

7.5

7.6

7.5 MoistZone and DryZone drawer

For use and setting of the MoistZone and DryZone drawer please check section USE.

To remove the drawer out:

1. Pull out (1) to the maximum extent (Fig. 7.5).

2. Lift (2) to separate the drawer from the rail and remove (3).

It can be mounted in reverse order.

7.6 OPTIONAL: OK-temperature indicator

The OK-temperature (Fig. 7.6) indicator can be used to determine temperatures below +4°C. Gradually reduce the temperature if the sign does not indicate “OK”.

Notice: OK-sticker

When the appliance is switched on, it may take up to 12 hours for the correct temperatures to be reached.

7.7

7.7 3D-freezer drawer

The freezer drawers (Fig. 7.7) can be extended straightly and completely. They are mounted on easy-roll telescopic runners, so that you can store and remove the freezing good comfortable. Because of the automatic door closing mechanism the handling is easy and you save energy.

WARNING!

Do not overload the drawers: Max. load of each drawer: 35 kg!.

7.8-1

7.8 Removable freezer drawer

The freezer drawers are removeable:

7.8.1 Upper freezer drawer

1. Pull out the upper freezer drawer to the maximum

extent (Fig. 7.8.1).

2. Lift the drawer(A) and remove.

3. Pull out the freezer boxes (B) to maximum extent, lift

to separate the boxes from the rails and remove.

In order to insert the boxes and drawer, the above steps are carried out in reverse order.

7- Equipment

7.8.2 Lower freezer drawer

1. Pull out to the lower freezer drawer to maximum extent (Fig. 7.8.2).

2. Pull out the freezing tray(A) to stop position, lift and remove.

3. Lift the drawer (B) until it is separated from the support block, push it into the freezer and tilt it to take out.

In order to insert the freezing tray and drawer, the above steps are carried out in reverse order.

7.9 Pre-freezing tray

The lower freezer drawer is equipped with a pre-freezing rack (Fig. 7.9). Fresh frozen food can be separated from already frozen, so that a smooth freezing process can take place and freezing food will not defrosted. After rearrangement of frozen food these compartments can be used for easy storage of small parts such as herbals, ice cream.

7.10 Fresher Pad

The Fresher Pad (Fig. 7.10) can be used for:

1. Quick freezing

By using the Fresher Pad in the freezer compartment, food put on this pad will be frozen three times faster than in ordinary freezer. The zone of maximum ice crystal formation will be minimized; the quality of food will be saved:

▶ Put the Fresher Pad in the upper freezer drawer in

the respective hole and place the food on the side printed with “Fresher Pad“.

7.8-2

7.9

7.10

2. Quick thrawing

By using the Fresher Pad outside the appliance food will be thrawn ve times faster than

without pad because:

▶ allow the Fresher Pad to cool down at ambient temperature and put it on a at surface

outside the appliance. Place the food on the side printed with “Fresher Pad“.

Notice: Fresher Pad

▶ Do not touch the aluminium part of the Fresher Pad when using it in the freezer com-

partment. Your hands may freeze onto the surface. Wear gloves.

▶ Please keep the fresher pad dry when you put it into the freezer.

7- Equipment

7.11-1

7.11 Ice cube maker

1. Pour fresh drinking water into each ice-making box as per the scale mark inside the measuring cup, do not exceed the scale mark (Fig. 7.11-1).

Notice:

Do not bring water between the 2 buttons, otherwi-

7.11-2

se the buttons maybe frozen and the ice cubes cannot drop into the storage box.

2. Put the box into the upper freezing compartment.

3. After water becomes ice, take o the ice maker out of the appliance and rotate the button by hand (Fig.

7.11-2). Then, ice blocks will fall into the ice box automatically. Remove the cover and fetch the ice cubs.

7.12 Freezer pack

There are two frezzer packs in the the kit, which prolong the storage time of the frozen food in case of power failure. The freezer packs are optimally used when they are placed in the upper freezer drawer directly on the frozen food

7.13 The Light

The LED interior light comes on when one of the doors is opened. The performance of

the lights is not aected by any of the appliances other settings.

7.14 ABT sterilisation module

This feature sterilizes the refrigerator compartment with a rate of 99.9%; the compartment will be cleaned and deodorized.

8- Care and Cleaning

WARNING!

Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning.

8.1 General

Clean the appliance when only little or no food is stored. The appliance should be cleaned every four weeks for good maintenance and to prevent bad stored food odours.

WARNING!

▶ Do not clean the appliance with hard brushes, wire brushes, detergent powder, petrol,

amyl acetate, acetone and similar organic solutions, acid or alkaline solutions. Please clean with special refrigerator detergent to avoid damage.

▶ Do not spray or ush the appliance during cleaning. ▶ Do not use water spray or steam to clean the appliance. ▶ Do not clean the cold glass shelves with hot water. Sudden temperature change may

cause the glass to break .

▶ Do not touch the inside surface of the freezer storage compartment, especially with

wet hands, as your hands may freeze onto the surface.

▶ In case of heating check the condition of frozen goods.

▶ Always keep the door gasket clean. ▶ Clean the inside and housing of the appliance

with a sponge dampened in warm water and

neutral detergent (Fig. 8.1). ▶ Rinse and dry with soft cloth. ▶ Do not clean any of the parts of the appliance in a

dishwasher.

▶ Clean the accessory only with warm water and mild

neutral detergent.

▶ Allow at least 5 minutes before restarting the

appliance as frequent starting may damage the

compressor.

8.2 Cleaning the ice cube maker

1. Take o the ice cube maker out of the appliance.

2. Remove cover (A) and (B) (Fig. 8.2).

3. Clean the ice cube maker with warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent. Make sure all soap is

rinsed o.

4. Close the covers, rell with drinking water and replace the ice cube maker inside the appliance.

8.1

8.2

8- Care and Cleaning

8.3 Defrosting

The defrosting of the refrigerator and the freezer compartment are done automatically; no manual operation is needed.

8.4 Replacing the LED-lamp

The lamp adopts LED as its light source, featuring low energy consumption and long service life. If there is any abnormality, please contact the customer service . See CUSTOMER SERVICE.

WARNING!

Do not replace the LED lamp yourself, it must only be replaced by either the manufacturer or the authorised service agent.

The lamp adopts LED as its light source, featuring low energy consumption and long service life. If there is any abnormality, please contact the customer service . See CUSTOMER

SERVICE. Parameters of the lamp: Voltage 12V; Max Power: 9.5 W

8.5

1. 2.

8.5 Removable auxiliary door gaskets

There are six auxiliary door gaskets on the upper and lower freezer drawer.

1. Locate the ve indicated door gaskets on the up-

per and lower freezer drawer (Fig. 8.5-1.).

2. Make sure the bent slices of the gaskets point inwards when attaching (Fig. 8.5-2.).

3. Locate the lower gasket of the upper drawer as indicated (Fig. 8.5-3.).

4. Make sure the bent slice of this gasket points downwards when attaching (Fig. 8.5-4.).

You get these gaskets as well as the revolving door / drawer gaskets via the customer service (see warranty card).

8.6 Non-use for a longer period

If the appliance is not used for an extended period of time, and you will not use the Holiday-function for the refrigerator:

▶ Take out the food. ▶ Unplug the power cord. ▶ Clean the appliance as described above. ▶ Keep the door and freezer drawers/door open to prevent the creation of bad odours inside.

Notice: Switch o

Turn the appliance o only if strictly necessary.

8- Care and Cleaning

8.7 Moving the appliance

1. Remove all food and unplug the appliance.

2. Secure shelves and other moveable parts in the fridge and the freezer with adhesive tape.

3. Do not tilt the refrigerator more than 45° to avoid damaging the refrigerating system.

WARNING!

▶ Do not lift the appliance by its handles. ▶ Never place the appliance horizontally on the ground.

9- Troubleshooting

Many occuring problems could be solved by yourself without specic expertise. In case

of a problem please check all shown possibilities and follow below instructions before you contact an after sales service. See CUSTOMER SERVICE.

WARNING!

▶ Before maintenance, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from

the mains socket.

▶ Electrical equipment should be serviced only by qualied electrical experts, because

improper repairs can cause considerable consequential damages.

▶ A damaged supply should only be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or

similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.

9.1 Troubleshooting table

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

The compressor does not work.

The appliance runs frequently or runs for a too long period of time.

The inside of the refrigerator is dirty and/or smells.

• Mains plug is not connected in the

mains socket.

• The appliance is in the defrosting

cycle.

• The indoor or outdoor tempera-

ture is too high.

• The appliance has been o power

for a period of time.

• A door/drawer of the appliance is

not tightly closed.

• The door/drawer has been opened

too frequently or for too long.

• The temperature setting for the

freezer compartment is too low.

• The door/drawer gasket is dirty,

worn, cracked or mismatched.

• The required air circulation is not

guaranteed.

• The inside of the refrigerator

needs cleaning.

• Food of strong odour is stored in

the refrigerator.

• Connect the mains plug.

• This is normal for an automatic

defrosting.

• In this case, it is normal for the ap-

pliance to run longer.

• Normally, it takes 8 to 12 hours for

the appliance to cool down completely.

• Close the door/drawer and ensure

the appliance is located on a level ground and there is no food or container jarring the door.

• Do not open the door/drawer too

frequently.

• Set the temperature higher until a

satisfactory refrigerator temperature is obtained. It takes 24 hours for the refrigerator temperature to become stable.

• Clean the door/drawer gasket or

replace them by the customer service.

• Ensure adequate ventilation.

• Clean the inside of the refrigera-

tor.

• Wrap the food thoroughly.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

It is not cold enough inside the appliance.

It is too cold inside the appli-

ance

Moisture formation on the inside of the refrigerator compartment.

Moisture accumulates on the refrigerators outside surface or between the doors/ door and drawer.

Strong ice and frost in the freezer compartment.

The appliance makes abnormal sounds.

• The temperature is set too high. • Reset the temperature.

• Too warm goods has been stored. • Always cool down goods before

• Too much food has been stored at

one time.

• The goods are too close to each

other.

• A door/drawer of the appliance is

not tightly closed.

• The door/drawer has been opened

too frequently or for too long.

• The temperature is set too low. • Reset the temperature.

• The Power-Freezer function is ac-

tivated or is running too long.

• The climate is too warm and too

damp.

• A door/drawer of the appliance is

not tightly closed.

• The door/drawer has been opened

too frequently or for too long.

• Food containers or liquids are left

open.

• The climate is too warm and too

damp.

• The door/drawer is not closed

tightly. The cold air in the appliance and the warm air outside it condensates.

• The goods were not adequately

packaged.

• A door/drawer of the appliance is

not tightly closed.

• The door/drawer has been opened

too frequently or for too long.

• The door/drawer gasket is dirty,

worn, cracked or mismatched.

• Something on the inside prevents

the door/drawer to close properly.

• The appliance is not located on

level ground.

• The appliance touches some ob-

ject around it.

9- Troubleshooting

storing them.

• Always store small quantities of

food.

• Leave a gap between several foods allowing air owing.

• Close the door/drawer.

• Do not open the door/drawer too

frequently.

• Switch o the Power-Freezer

function.

• Increase the temperature.

• Close the door/drawer.

• Do not open the door/drawer too

frequently.

• Let hot foods cool to room temperature and cover foods and liquids.

• This is normal in damp climate and will change when the humidity decreases.

• Ensure that he door/drawer is tightly shut.

• Always pack the goods well.

• Close the door/drawer.

• Do not open the door/drawer too

frequently.

• Clean the door/drawer gasket or replace them by new ones.

• Reposition the shelves, door racks, or internal containers to allow the door/drawer to close.

• Adjust the feet to level the appliance.

• Remove objects around the appliance.

9- Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

A slight sound is to be heard similar to that of owing water.

You will hear an alarm beep.

You will hear a faint hum

The interior lighting or cooling system does not work.

The sides of the cabinet and door strip get warm.

• This is normal. • -

• The fridge storage compartment

door or a freezer drawer is open.

• The anti-condensation system is

working.

• Mains plug is not connected in the

mains socket.

• The power supply is not intact. • Check the electrical supply to

• The LED-lamp is out of order. • Please call the service for chang-

• This is normal. • -

• Close the door/drawer.

• This prevents condensation and is

normal.

• Connect the mains plug.

the room. Call the local electricity company!

ing the lamp.

9.2 Power interruption

In the event of a power cut, food should remain safely cold for about 18 hours. Follow these tips during a prolonged power interruption, especially in summer:

▶ Open the door/drawer as few times as possible. ▶ Do not put additional food into the appliance during a power interruption. ▶ If prior notice of a power interruption is given and the interruption duration is longer

than 18 hours, make some ice and put it in a container in the top of the refrigerator

compartment. ▶ An inspection of the goods is required immediately after the interruption. ▶ As temperature in the refrigerator will rise during a power interruption or other fail-

ure, the storage period and edible quality of food will be reduced. Any food that de-

frosts should be either consumed, or cooked and refrozen (where suitable) soon

afterwards in order to prevent health risks.

Notice: Memory function during power interruption

After restoration of power the appliance continues with the settings that were set before the power failure.

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