Liebherr HC 1000B, HC 1001B Use & Care Guide

Use and Care

Manual

Combined fridge-freezer for

integrated use

Mode

d'emploi

Combiné réfrigérateur-

congélateur, intégrable

Instrucciones

de uso

Combinado frigorífico-congelador,

integrable

HC 1000B / HC 1001B

040614 7085692 - 00

The appliance at a glance

Contents

1 The appliance at a glance............................. 2

1.1 Additional benefits............................................ 2

1.2 Overview of the appliance and accessories..... 3

1.3 Range of appliance use.................................... 3

1.4 Conformity........................................................ 3

1.5 Energy saving.................................................. 3

1.6 Example of food arrangement.......................... 4

2 General safety information........................... 4

3 Controls and displays................................... 5

3.1 Operating and monitoring controls................... 5

3.2 Temperature display........................................ 5

4 Start-up........................................................... 6

4.1 Switching the appliance on............................... 6

5 Operation........................................................ 6

5.1 Temperature display unit.................................. 6

5.2 Child-proof lock................................................ 6

5.3 Door alarm....................................................... 6

5.4 Temperature alarm........................................... 7

5.5 Sabbath Mode.................................................. 7

5.6 Fridge compartment......................................... 7

5.7 Freezer compartment....................................... 9

6 Maintenance................................................... 11

6.1 Defrosting with NoFrost.................................... 11

6.2 Cleaning the appliance..................................... 11

6.3 Customer service............................................. 12

6.4 Appliance Information...................................... 12

7 Troubleshooting............................................ 12

8 Putting appliance out of service.................. 15

8.1 Vacation Tips................................................... 15

8.2 Switching the device off................................... 15

8.3 Decommissioning ............................................ 15

9 Disposing of the appliance........................... 15

10 Liebherr Warranty Plan................................. 16

Congratulations on the purchase of your new appliance. With this purchase, you have chosen all the advantages of the latest refrigeration technology, guaranteeing you a high-quality appliance with a long life span and high operating safety.

The equipment of your appliance gives you the highest level of day-to-day ease of operation.

Together we are making an active contribution to the conservation of our environment by purchasing this appliance which is manufactured in an environmentally friendly process with the use of recyclable materials.

We hope you enjoy your new appliance. The manufacturer is constantly working to improve all

models. Therefore please understand that we reserve the right to make design, equipment and technical modifications.

To get to know all the benefits of your new appliance, please read the information contained in these instructions carefully.

The instructions apply to several models, so there may be differences. Sections which only apply to certain appliances are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Instructions for action are marked with a results of action are marked with a .

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1 The appliance at a glance

1.1 Additional benefits

CFC free

Energy-optimized refrigerant circuit

Energy-efficient insulation

Low energy consumption

User-friendly electronic controls

Temperature can be controlled in the appliance inde-

pendent of ambient conditions according to its climate rating - Temperature can be displayed as °C or °F The appliance defrosts automatically - no need to

spend time defrosting Large refrigeration capacity

Safety glass storage shelves

Large freezing capacity

Shelves can be removed to make space for large

items. Freezer over-temperature alarm

Quick-freeze feature for fresh food (SuperFrost)

Frozen food temperature indicator

Power failure/“frost-control” display

All freezer drawers suitable for quick-freeze

Bright LED interior light

Door ajar alarm

Handle grips on all extra-large drawers for easy trans-

port Integrated transport grips on appliance housing

Transport castors at back

Easy to clean

Door hinges can be reversed

Slider system for easy kitchen cabinet installation

This unit is certified as Sabbath

compliant by the Star-K organization thus allowing the appliance to be used during religious holidays. For more information please visit Star-K on the web at www.star-k.org.

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The appliance at a glance

1.2 Overview of the appliance and accessories

Use the appliance only for normal household purposes. All other types of uses are not permitted.

Foreseeable misuse

The following uses are specifically prohibited:

Storage and cooling of medication, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar substances and products in accordance with the CMDCAS and FDA 510(k)

Use in areas at risk of explosion

Incorrect appliance use can cause damage to the stored products or cause them to spoil.

Climate ratings

The appliance is set to operate within specific ambient temperature limits according to its climate rating. The climate rating for your appliance is printed on the rating plate.

Note

Compliance with the specified ambient

temperatures is required, otherwise the refrigeration performance is reduced.

Fig. 1

(1) Operating and control

elements

(2) Shelf, can be split (8) Storage rack for jars (3) Shelf (9) Bottle shelf (4) Interior LED lighting (10)Bottle rack (5) Drain hole (11)Freezer compartment (6) Coldest zone (12)Rating plate

Note

Shelves, drawers, and baskets are arranged for optimal

energy efficiency in the factory configuration.

(7) Vegetable tray

1.3 Range of appliance use

Normal use

The appliance is only suitable for refrigerating food in a domestic environment or an environment that is similar to a domestic one. This includes, for example, use

in staff kitchens, bed and breakfast establishments,

by guests in country homes, hotels, motels and other types of accommodations,

for catering and similar wholesale services.

Climate rating

SN 50 °F (10 °C) to 90 °F (32 °C) N 61 °F (16 °C) to 90 °F (32 °C) ST 61 °F (16 °C) to 101 °F (38 °C) T 61 °F (16 °C) to 110 °F (43 °C)

for ambient temperatures from

1.4 Conformity

The refrigerant circuit has been tested for leaks. When installed, the appliance complies with the relevant safety regulations and the safety standards CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60335-1-11, 60335-2-24-06 and UL 60335-1, UL 60335-2-24.

Instructions for testing institutes:

Tests must be carried out in accordance with the applicable standards and guidelines. The preparation and testing of the appliance must be carried out taking account of the manufacturer's

loading plans and the instructions in the operating manual .

1.5 Energy saving

Always ensure good ventilation. Do not obstruct venti-

lation openings or grilles. Never block air slits in the fan.

Do not install the appliance in direct sunlight or next to

an oven, heater, or similar heat source.

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General safety information

Energy consumption depends on installation conditions

such as the ambient temperature (see 1.3) . Avoid opening the appliance door for any longer then

neccesary. The lower the temperature is set the higher the energy

consumption. All food stored in the appliance should be well wrapped

and covered. This prevents frost buildup. Only take food out for as long as necessary so that it

does not get too warm. Storing hot food: let it cool to room temperature first.

Defrost frozen food in the fridge.

1.6 Example of food arrangement

Fig. 2

2 General safety information

Read and follow these instructions. They contain safety advice which is important for safe and problem-free installation and operation. Always read and follow the safety advice.

Dangers for the user:

This appliance can be operated by children 8 years and older as well as by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed in

the safe use of the appliance and understand the associated risks. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children unless they are supervised.

When disconnecting the appliance from the outlet, always take hold of the plug. Do not pull on the cable.

Disconnect the power plug or switch off the power if a fault occurs.

Do not damage the mains power line. Do not operate the appliance from a defective mains power line.

Repairs, work on the appliance and replacement of the power cord should only be carried out by the customer service department.

Only install, connect and dispose of the appliance in accordance with the instructions.

Only operate the appliance after it has been installed.

Please keep the instructions and pass them on to any future owner.

Special-purpose lamps (filament lamps, LEDs, and fluorescent lamps) inside the appliance are intended to illuminate its interior compartments and are unsuitable for room illumination.

Risk of fire:

The refrigerant contained within the appliance, R 600a, is environmentally friendly, but flammable. Leaking refrigerant can ignite.

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Do not damage the pipes of the refrigerant circuit.

•

Do not handle naked flames or ignition sources inside the appliance.

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Do not use electrical devices inside the appliance (e.g., steam cleaners, heaters, ice cream makers, etc.).

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If refrigerant leaks: Remove naked flames or ignition sources from near where the appliance is installed Air the room well Contact the customer service department.

Do not operate the appliance near explosive gases.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this appliance.

Do not store explosive materials or spray cans with flammable propellants, such as e.g. butane, propane, pentane, etc. in the appliance. You can recognize such spray cans by the printed contents or a flame symbol. Any

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Controls and displays

leaking gasses can be ignited by electrical components.

Alcoholic beverages or other containers holding alcohol must always be tightly sealed for storage purposes. Any leaking alcohol can be ignited by electrical components

Tipover hazard:

Do not stand or climb on the base, drawers, doors, etc. This applies in particular to children.

Risk of food poisoning:

Do not consume food that has passed its best before date.

Danger of frostbite, feelings of numbness and pain:

Avoid continued skin contact with the cold surfaces or chilled/frozen food or adopt protective measures, e. g. use gloves. Do not consume ice cream (especially sherbets) and ice cubes immediately when they are too cold.

Risk of injury and damage:

Hot steam may lead to injuries. Do not use any electrical heating or steam cleaning equipment, naked flames or defrosting sprays for defrosting

Do not remove ice with sharp objects

Follow the specific instructions in the other sections:

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation,

which if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation,

which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation,

which if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE indicates a hazardous situation,

which if not avoided, could result in damage to property.

Note indicates useful advice and tips.

3 Controls and displays

3.1 Operating and monitoring controls

Fig. 3

(1) Fridge compartment

On/Off button

(2) Fridge compartment

temperature display

(3) Refrigerator compart-

ment setting button

(4) SuperCool button (12)Alarm symbol (5) SuperCool symbol (13)Menu symbol (6) Freezer compartment

On/Off button

(7) Freezer compartment

temperature display

(8) Freezer compartment

setting button

3.2 Temperature display

The following is displayed in normal operation:

the freezer temperature set

the fridge temperature set

The freezer compartment temperature display is flashing:

the temperature setting has been changed

after switch-on the temperature is not yet cold enough

the temperature has risen several degrees

The following displays indicate malfunction. Possible causes and corrective actions: (see Troubleshooting).

F0 through F9

The power failure symbol flashes.

(9) SuperFrost button

(10)SuperFrost symbol

(11)Alarm button

(14)Child safety symbol

(15)Power failure symbol

(16)Sabbath mode symbol

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Start-up

4 Start-up

The temperature is again displayed in the temperature

display.

4.1 Switching the appliance on

Note

When the freezer compartment is switched on the

refrigerator compartment is automatically switched on too.

4.1.1 Switching the freezer compartment on

Switch the appliance on about 4 hours before starting to load it with any frozen goods. Only load frozen goods when the freezer compartment is cold.

Open the door.

Press the Freezer compartment On/Off button

The temperature displays come on. When the refriger-

ator compartment door opens the interior light comes on. The fridge compartment and freezer compartment are switched on If “DEMO” appears on the display, 'demonstration

mode' is activated. Contact Customer Services.

Fig. 3 (6)

4.1.2 Switching on the fridge compartment

If the refrigerator compartment is switched off (e.g. during a long absence, such as holidays) it can be switched on again separately.

Open the door.

Press the Fridge compartment On/Off button

The temperature displays come on. When the refriger-

ator compartment door opens the interior light comes on. The fridge compartment is switched on again.

Fig. 3 (1)

5 Operation

5.1 Temperature display unit

The temperature display can be changed from °F to °C.

5.1.1 To change the unit

Activate setting mode: Press SuperFrost button

Fig. 3 (9)

S is displayed in the temperature display.

The Menu symbol

Use the Set freezer compartment button

Fig. 3 (8)

To confirm: Briefly press SuperFrost button

Fig. 3 (9)

Select °F oder °C with the Freezer compart-

ment set button To confirm: Briefly press SuperFrost button

Fig. 3 (9)

To exit setting mode: Press Freezer compartment

On/Off button

-or-

Wait 5 minutes.

for about 5 seconds.

Fig. 3 (13)

to select °.

Fig. 3 (8)

Fig. 3 (6)

lights up.

5.2 Child-proof lock

You can use the child-proof lock to lock the buttons. This means that children cannot accidentally switch off the appliance when playing.

5.2.1 Switching on the child-proof lock

If this function is to be switched on:

To activate setting mode: Press and hold the Super-

Frost button In the display, the Menu Symbol

w w

S flashes on the display.

Use the Set freezer compartment button

select c.

Confirm briefly by pressing the SuperFrost button

Fig. 3 (9)

c1 appears on the display.

Confirm briefly by pressing the SuperFrost button

Fig. 3 (9)

The Child Safety symbol

on the display.

c flashes on the display.

The Child Safety function is activated.

If the setting mode is to be terminated: Press the freezer compartment On/Off button

briefly.

-or-

Wait for approx. 5 mins.

The temperature is again displayed on the temperature

display.

If the function is to be switched off:

To activate setting mode: Press and hold the Super-

Frost button In the display, the Menu Symbol

w w

c flashes on the display.

Confirm briefly by pressing the SuperFrost button

Fig. 3 (9)

c0 appears on the display.

Confirm briefly by pressing the SuperFrost button

Fig. 3 (9)

The Child Safety symbol goes out

w w

c flashes on the display.

The Child Safety function is deactivated.

If the setting mode is to be terminated: Press the freezer compartment On/Off button

briefly.

-or-

Wait for 5 mins.

The temperature is again displayed on the temperature

display.

Fig. 3 (9)

for approx. 5 seconds.

Fig. 3 (13)

Fig. 3 (14)

for approx. 5 seconds.

lights up

Fig. 3 (13)

5.3 Door alarm

For fridge and freezer compartments.

is displayed.

Fig. 3 (8)

is displayed.

Fig. 3 (6)

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If the door is open for longer than 180 seconds, the acoustic warning sounds.

The acoustic warning stops automatically when the door is closed.

5.3.1 Switching off the door alarm

The acoustic warning can be switched off when the door is open. The acoustic warning remains switched off as long as the door is open. When the door is closed, the alarm function is active again.

Press Alarm button

The door alarm stops.

Fig. 3 (11)

5.4 Temperature alarm

If the freezer temperature is not cold enough, the audible warning sounds.

At the same time, the Alarm symbol will flash.

The cause of a temperature being too high may be:

Hot fresh food was placed in the appliance.

When sorting and removing food from the appliance,

too much warm ambient air got in. The power was cut off for a while.

The appliance is faulty.

The audible warning automatically ceases, the Alarm symbol stops flashing when the temperature is cold enough again.

If the alarm status remains: (see Troubleshooting).

Note

If the temperature is not cold enough, food may spoil.

Fig. 3 (12)

Check the quality of the food. Do not consume spoiled food.

goes out, and the temperature display

Fig. 3 (12)

5.4.1 Switching off the temperature alarm

The acoustic warning can be switched off. When the temperature is cold enough again, the alarm function is active again.

Press Alarm button

The acoustic warning ceases.

Fig. 3 (11)

5.5 Sabbath Mode

After entering Sabbath Mode, you do not have to worry about lights, digits, icons, tones, alarms or fans. The defrost cycle operates solely on clock time without any feedback from usage of the refrigerator. After a power failure, the appliance will return to Sabbath Mode without requiring additional input.

Operation

WARNING

Danger of food poisoning! No record will be kept of a power failure during Sabbath Mode. Thus, during Sabbath mode, if a power failure occurs that you are not aware of, when the power comes back on, the unit will continue to be in Sabbath Mode but when Sabbath Mode is ended there will be no indication that a power failure occurred. If a power failure occurs during Sabbath mode:

Check the quality of the food. Do not consume spoiled

food!

No control operations are possible other than switching

off Sabbath Mode. If the unit is currently running in a mode such as Super-

frost, Supercool or the Ventilation is enabled these functions will continue and finish their timed cycles independent of now being in Sabbath mode. No audible signals are emitted, and the temperature

display does not indicate any warnings or settings (such as a temperature alarm or door alarm). Light does not operate.

5.5.1 Setting Sabbath mode

To activate setting mode: Press and hold the Super-

Frost button

S flashes on the display.

The Menu symbol

To access the Sabbath mode function: Briefly press

theSuperFrost button When S1 is shown on the display: To turn on Sabbath mode, briefly press the

SuperFrost button When S0 is shown on the display: To turn off Sabbath mode, briefly press the

SuperFrost button To deactivate setting mode: Press the Freezer

compartment On/Off button

-or-

Wait 5 min.

The Sabbath Mode symbol

temperature display as long as Sabbath Mode is active. Sabbath mode switches off automatically after 120

hours if it is not manually switched off beforehand.

Fig. 3 (9)

5.6 Fridge compartment

5.6.1 Refrigerating food

Note

Do not load the door with more than 35 lbs (16 kg) of

food.

for approx. 5 s.

Fig. 3 (13)

Fig. 3 (9)

lights up.

Fig. 3 (9)

Fig. 3 (6)

Fig. 3 (16)

appears on the

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Operation

WARNING

Danger of fire

Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage

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

5.6.3 SuperCool

With SuperCool you switch to the highest cooling performance to reach lower cooling temperatures. Use SuperCool to rapidly cool large quantities of food.

SuperCool will use more energy than normal operation.

Note

Insufficient ventilation results in an increase in energy consumption and reduction of the refrigerating performance.

Never block the air slits in the fan.

Use recyclable plastic, metal, aluminum and glass

containers and cling film to wrap foods. Always use closed containers for liquids and for food

that may give off or be tainted by odor or flavor transfer or cover them. Foods which give off a large amount of ethylene gas

and those that are sensitive to this gas, such as fruit, vegetables and salad, should always be separated or wrapped so as not to reduce the storage life; for example, do not store tomatoes together with kiwi fruits or cabbage. Use the front floor area of the fridge compartment only

to set down food to be refrigerated temporarily, e.g., when rearranging or sorting the contents of the fridge. Do not leave the food there, as it may be pushed back or tipped over when the door is closed. Do not store food too close together to enable sufficient

air circulation.

5.6.2 Setting the temperature

The temperature depends on the following factors:

the number of times the door is opened

the room temperature of the installation location

the type, temperature and amount of food.

Recommended temperature setting: 39 °F (4 °C) The temperature can be altered continuously. Once a

setting of 34 °F (1 °C) is reached it goes back to 46 °F (7 °C).

Call up the temperature function: Press the

chiller compartment Set button The temperature gage then displays the

previous figure as a flashing numeral. Changing the temperature in 1 °F (1 °C)

intervals: Press the Refrigerator compartment set button temperature appears on the temperature display. To change the temperature continuously

Press and hold down the Set button. The value is displayed flashing during the

setting operation About 5 seconds after the last press of the button, the

new setting is adopted and the actual temperature then starts being displayed again. The interior temperature slowly adjusts to the new setting.

Fig. 3 (3)

until the desired

Cooling with SuperCool

Briefly press the SuperCool button

The SuperCool symbol

The cooling temperature drops to the coldest value.

SuperCool is switched on. SuperCool switches itself off automatically after 12

hours. The appliance continues to work in normal energy-saving mode.

To prematurely switch off SuperCool

Briefly press the SuperCool button

The SuperCool symbol

SuperCool is switched off.

Fig. 3 (5)

Fig. 3 (4)

lights up in the display.

Fig. 3 (4)

goes out in the display.

5.6.4 Shelves

Shifting or removing shelves

CAUTION

Danger of lacerations! The storage shelf can shatter if dropped or mishandled. You could cut yourself on the pieces of broken glass.

Only remove storage shelves when there is nothing on

them.

Extension stops secure the shelves against being accidentally pulled out.

Fig. 4

Lift up the shelf and pull it slightly forward.

Adjust the shelf height by shifting the spacers in the

runners. To remove the shelf completely, set it at an angle and

pull it out towards you. Insert the shelf with the raised edge to the back

pointing upwards. This prevents food from contacting and freezing to the

back wall.

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Operation

To dismantle shelves

The shelves can be

dismantled for cleaning.

5.6.5 Using the split shelf

CAUTION

Danger of lacerations! The storage shelf can shatter if dropped or mishandled. You could cut yourself on the pieces of broken glass.

Only remove storage shelves when there is nothing on

them.

To dismantle door racks

Fig. 7

The door racks can be dismantled for cleaning.

5.6.7 Use the bottle holder

To prevent bottles from

tipping over, move the bottle holder.

5.6.8 Vegetable trays on roller panels

Fig. 5

The glass shelf with stop face (2) has to be at the back.

The glass plate (1) with the pull out stops must be at

the front so that the stops (3) point downward.

5.6.6 Door racks

Note

Do not load the door with more than 35 lbs (16 kg) of

food.

Repositioning the door racks

Fig. 6

Fig. 8

The roller panels can be removed for cleaning.

5.7 Freezer compartment

You can store frozen food, make ice cubes and freeze fresh food in the freezer compartment.

5.7.1 Freezing food

Each drawer can hold up to 55.12 lbs (25 kg) of frozen food; each plate can hold up to 77.16 lbs (35 kg).

After the door is closed, a vacuum is created. After closing the door, wait about 1 minute, then the door is easier to open.

WARNING

Danger of fire

Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage

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

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Operation

CAUTION

There is a risk of injury from pieces of broken glass. Bottles and cans containing drinks can split or crack when frozen. This applies in particular to carbonated drinks.

Do not freeze bottles and cans containing drinks.

So that the food is rapidly frozen through to the core, do not exceed the following quantities per pack:

- fruit, vegetables up to 2.2 lb (1 kg)

- meat up to 5.51 lbs (2.5 kg) Pack the food in portions in freezer bags, reusable

plastic, metal or aluminum containers.

5.7.2 Storage times

Guide values for the storage duration of various food-

stuffs in the freezer compartment:

Ice cream 2 to 6 months Sausage, ham 2 to 6 months Bread, bakery products 2 to 6 months Game, pork 6 to 10 months Fish, fatty 2 to 6 months Fish, lean 6 to 12 months Cheese 2 to 6 months Poultry, beef 6 to 12 months Vegetables, fruit 6 to 12 months

The storage times given are guidelines

5.7.3 Defrosting food

- in the fridge compartment

- in the microwave

- in the oven/fan oven

- at room temperature

WARNING

Danger of food poisoning!

Do not re-freeze defrosted food.

Only take out the amount of food that is required. Use

defrosted food as quickly as possible.

5.7.4 Setting the temperature

The temperature depends on the following factors:

the number of times the door is opened

the room temperature of the installation location

the type, temperature and amount of food.

Recommended temperature setting: 0 °F (-18 °C) The temperature can be altered continuously. If the

setting reaches -15 °F (-26 °C), it starts again at 7 °F (-15 °C).

Calling up the temperature function: Press

the freezer compartment set button

Fig. 3 (8)

once. The temperature gage then displays the

previously set figure as a flashing numeral. Changing the temperature in 1 °F (1 °C)

intervals: Press the Freezer compartment set button

Fig. 3 (8)

until the desired temperature appears on the temperature display. To change the temperature continuously Press and

hold down the Set button. The value is displayed flashing during the setting oper-

ation About 5 seconds after the last press of the button, the

new setting is adopted and the actual temperature then starts being displayed again. The interior temperature slowly adjusts to the new setting.

5.7.5 SuperFrost

With this function you can rapidly freeze fresh food through to the core. The appliance works with maximum refrigerating performance. The sound of the refrigeration unit may be temporarily louder as a result.

Depending on how much fresh food is to be frozen you must switch SuperFrost on in advance - for a small amount of food to be frozen, about 6 hours, for the maximum amount about 24 hours before putting the food in.

Package the food and place it inside across as wide an area as possible. Do not bring food that is to be frozen into contact with products that are already frozen to prevent these items from starting to thaw.

You do not need to switch SuperFrost on in the following cases:

when placing frozen food in the freezer

when freezing up to about 1 kg of fresh food a day

Freezing with SuperFrost

Briefly press the SuperFrost button

The SuperFrost symbol

The freezing temperature drops and the appliance

Fig. 3 (10)

Fig. 3 (9)

lights up.

operates at its maximum refrigeration power rating. When a small amount of food is to be frozen. Wait approx. 6 hrs.

Appliances with NoFrost: Place packaged food in the

upper drawers. When the maximum amount of food is to be frozen. Wait approx. 24 hrs.

Appliances with NoFrost: Remove upper drawers and

place the food directly onto the upper shelves. SuperFrost automatically switches itself off after about

65 hours. The SuperFrost symbol

Fig. 3 (10)

goes out when the freezing process is complete. Place food inside the drawers and push them closed

again. The appliance returns to work in the energy-saving

normal mode.

once.

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Maintenance

5.7.6 Drawers

Note

Insufficient ventilation results in an increase in energy consumption and reduction of the refrigerating performance. For appliances with NoFrost:

Leave the bottom drawer in the appliance.

Never block the air slits in the fan on the rear wall.

To store frozen food directly on the shelves: pull the

drawer forward and lift it out.

5.7.7 Shelves

To remove shelf: lift it at

the front and pull out forward. To reinsert shelf: simply

slide it in as far as it will go.

6 Maintenance

6.1 Defrosting with NoFrost

WARNING

Risk of injury and damage

Do not use mechanical devices or other means to

accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. Do not use any electrical heating or steam cleaning

equipment, naked flames or defrosting sprays for defrosting. Do not remove ice with sharp objects.

The NoFrost system defrosts the appliance automatically.

Fridge compartment:

The defrosted water is evaporated by the heat of the compressor. Drops of water on the back wall are a functional feature and completely normal.

Clean the drain opening regularly so that the defrosted

water can flow away (see 6.2) .

Freezer compartment:

The moisture condenses on the evaporator and is periodically defrosted and evaporated.

The appliance does not need to be defrosted manually.

5.7.8 VarioSpace

In addition to the drawers, you can also take out the shelves. This gives you space for large frozen items. Poultry, meat, large joints of game and tall bakery items can be frozen and then presented whole.

Each drawer can hold up

to 55.12 lbs (25 kg) of frozen food; each plate can hold up to 77.16 lbs (35 kg).

6.2 Cleaning the appliance

WARNING

Danger of electric shock.

Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

WARNING

Danger of fire

Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

WARNING

Risk of injury or damage due to hot steam. Hot steam can cause scalding/burns and damage to surfaces.

Do not use steam cleaners.

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Troubleshooting

NOTICE

Incorrect cleaning damages the appliance.

Do not use concentrated cleaning agents.

Do not use steel wool or sponges that scour or scratch.

Do not use caustic or abrasive cleaning materials or

those containing sand, chloride, chemicals or acids. Do not use chemical solvents.

Do not damage or remove the rating plate on the inside

of the appliance. It is vital for the customer service department. Do not pull off, kink or damage any cables or other

components. Do not let cleaning water get into the drain gutter, the

ventilation grille and electrical parts. Use soft cleaning cloths and a multi-purpose cleaning

agent with a neutral pH value. Only use food-compatible cleaning and care agents

inside the appliance.

Empty the appliance.

Disconnect the power plug.

Read the appliance

designation service no. and serial no.

Fig. 9 (3)

rating plate. The rating plate is located inside the appliance on the lefthand side.

Notify a qualified service provider, specifying the fault,

appliance designation and serial This will help us to provide you with a faster and more

accurate service. Keep the appliance closed until the Customer Service

engineer arrives. The food will stay cool longer.

Disconnect the power plug (do not pull on the power

cord to do this) or switch off the fuse.

Fig. 9 (1)

Fig. 9 (2)

from the

Fig. 9 (3)

no.

Fig. 9 (1)

, service no.

Fig. 9 (2)

Fig. 9

Clean the plastic surfaces, outside and inside, by

hand using lukewarm water and a little dish washing liquid. To clean the drain opening:

Remove deposits with a thin instrument, e.g. a cotton bud.

Most of the equipment parts can be dismantled for

cleaning: see the respective chapter. The door elements are dishwasher safe, although the

lettering may rub off over the years. Vegetable drawer wheel plates can also be cleaned

in the dishwasher. Clean the other fittings by hand using lukewarm water

and a little dish washing liquid.

After cleaning:

Wipe the appliance and accessories dry.

Connect the appliance and switch it on again.

Switch on SuperFrost (see 5.7.5) .

When the temperature is sufficiently cold: put the food back in the appliance.

6.3 Customer service

6.4 Appliance Information

Make a note of this information when the appliance is installed:

Type Designation: _____________________ Service Number: _____________________ Appliance / Serial Number: _____________________ Date of purchase: _____________________ Where purchased: _____________________

7 Troubleshooting

Your appliance is designed and manufactured for reliable operation and a long lifespan. If a malfunction nonetheless occurs during operation, please determine if the malfunction is due to an operating error. If a service call determines operator error, you will be charged for the costs incurred, even during the warranty period. You may be able to rectify the following problems yourself:

First check whether you can remedy the fault yourself (see Troubleshooting). If this is not the case, please contact a qualified service provider.

WARNING

Risk of injury from repairs by non-professionals.

Repairs and work on the appliance and the power

supply cable not described in the Manual (see Maintenance) should only be carried out by a qualified service provider.

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Problem Possible Cause Correction

Troubleshooting

The appliance does not work.

The compressor runs for a long time.

An LED at the lower rear of the appliance (near the compressor) flashes regularly every 5 seconds*.

The appliance is not switched on. The power plug is not properly

inserted in the wall socket. The fuse in the wall socket is not OK. Power failure

When less refrigeration is required, the speed-controlled compressor switches to a low speed. Although the running time is increased as a result, energy is saved.

SuperFrost function is activated.

SuperCool function is activated.

There is a fault.

Switch on the appliance.

Check the power plug.

Check the fuse.

Keep the appliance closed.

Protect the food: place dry ice on top of the food or

use an alternate freezer, if the power failure persists for some time. Do not re-freeze defrosted food.

This is normal in energy-saving models.

The compressor runs long to rapidly freeze food.

This is normal. The compressor runs long to rapidly cool food. This

is normal. Contact the customer service department (see Main-

tenance).

Noises are too loud.

A gurgling sound

A faint clicking sound

A hum. It is briefly a little louder when the refrigeration unit (the motor) switches on.

The different speed levels of speedcontrolled* compressors can cause them to generate various noises during operation.

This sound comes from the refrigerant flowing in the refrigeration circuit.

The sound always occurs when the refrigeration unit (the motor) automatically switches on or off.

The refrigeration increases automatically when the SuperFrost function is activated, fresh food has just been placed in the appliance or the door has been left open for a while.

The refrigeration increases automatically when the SuperCool function is activated, fresh food has just been placed in the appliance or the door has been left open for a while.

The ambient temperature is too high.

These noises are normal.

The sound is normal.

Solution: (see 1.3)

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Problem Possible Cause Correction

Vibration noise

The temperature display indi-

cates: F0 to F9.

DEMO lights up in the temperature display.

The outside surfaces of the appliance are hot*.

The temperature is not cold enough.

The appliance is not standing firmly on the floor As a result, adjoining units or objects are set into vibration by the running refrigeration unit

There is a fault.

The demo mode is activated.

The heat of the refrigerant circuit is used to prevent condensate from forming.

The door of the appliance is not closed properly.

Insufficient ventilation. The ambient temperature is too high. The appliance was opened too

frequently or for too long.

Too much fresh food was placed inside without SuperFrost.

Check the installation and, if necessary, re-align the

appliance. Move bottles and containers apart.

Contact the customer service department (see Main-

tenance).

Contact the customer service department (see Main-

tenance).

This is normal.

Close the appliance door.

Clear ventilation grilles.

Solution: (see 1.3)

Wait to see whether the required temperature resets

itself by itself. If not, contact the customer service department (see Maintenance).

Solution: (see 5.7.5)

The interior light is not on.

The temperature is incorrectly set. The appliance is too near to a heat

source (stove, heater etc). The appliance was not properly

installed in the recess. The appliance is not switched on. The door was open for longer than

15 minutes. The LED interior light is faulty or the

cover is damaged

Set to a colder temperature and check after 24 hours

Change location of appliance or the heat source.

Make sure the appliance was installed correctly and

the door closes properly. Switch on the appliance.

The interior light automatically switches itself off if

the door has been open for about 15 minutes.

WARNING

Risk of injury from electrical shock. Live parts are under the cover.

The LED interior light should only be replaced or

repaired by the Customer Service department or by engineers trained to do so.

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Putting appliance out of service

Problem Possible Cause Correction

WARNING

Risk of injury from LED lamp! The lighting intensity of the LED light complies with laser class 1/1M. If the cover is faulty:

Do not gaze directly at this lighting unit with optical

lenses while very close to the light source. This can cause damage to your eyes.

The door seal is faulty or needs to be replaced for other reasons.

The appliance is iced up or condensation is building.

On some appliances the door seal is interchangeable. You can replace it without the use of any special tools.

The door seal may have slipped out of its groove.

8 Putting appliance out of service

8.1 Vacation Tips

Short vacations: If you will be away for less than four

weeks

Use all perishables.

Freeze other items.

Turn off the refrigerator compartment.

Long vacations: If you will be away for a month or more

Remove all food from the appliance.

Turn OFF the appliance.

Clean the appliance (see 6.2) .

Leave the door open to prevent unpleasant odors.

This will also keep mold from building up.

8.2 Switching the device off

Note

Only the freezer compartment needs to be switched off

to switch off the entire appliance. This automatically shuts down the refrigerator compartment at the same time. The refrigerator compartment can be switched off

separately (e.g. for a long period of absence, such as holidays) but the freezer compartment remains on. If the appliance or the refrigerator compartment cannot

be switched off, the child safety function is still activated (see 5.2) .

Contact the customer service department (see Main-

tenance).

Check the door seal is well placed in the groove.

8.2.1 Switching off the freezer compartment

Press the Freezer compartment On/Off

Fig. 3 (6)

button seconds. A long beep sounds. The temperature

displays are dark. The appliance (refrigerator compartment and freezer compartment) is switched off.

and hold down for about 2

8.2.2 Switching off the fridge compartment

Press the Refrigerator compartment On/Off button

Fig. 3 (1)

The refrigerator compartment temperature display is

dark. The fridge compartment is switched off. The freezer compartment remains on.

and hold down for about 2 seconds.

8.3 Decommissioning

Empty the appliance.

Disconnect the power plug.

Clean the appliance (see 6.2) .

Leave the door open to prevent bad smells.

9 Disposing of the appliance

Follow the local regulations for the disposal of appliances. Old appliances can be dangerous. Contact the local refuse collection department for additional information.

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DANGER

There is a risk of suffocation. Children playing can shut themselves in and suffocate.

Take the door(s) off.

Remove the drawers.

Leave the storage shelves in the appliance so that chil-

dren cannot easily climb into the appliance.

WARNING

Danger of electric shock.

Cut off the plug from the power cord and discard.

Cut off the power cord from the discarded appliance.

Dispose of separately from the appliance.

Ensure during and after disposal that the appliance isn't stored in the vicinity of gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids.

When disposing of the appliance, ensure that the refrigeration circuit is not damaged to prevent uncontrolled escape of the refrigerant it contains (data on type plate) and oil.

THE WARRANTIES DESCRIBED ABOVE ARE MADE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND OF ANY OTHER OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY ON THE PART OF LIEBHERR. IN NO EVENT SHALL LIEBHERR BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THESE WARRANTIES OR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which very from state to state.

To receive parts and/or service and the name of the Liebherr authorized service representative nearest you, contact your Liebherr dealer or distributor or contact the Liebherr designated national service provider:

in the US: Service-appliances.us@liebherr.com or call 1-866-LIEBHER (1-866-543-2437).

in Canada: www.euro-parts.ca or call 1-888-LIEBHER (1-888-543-2437).

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FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY - For two years from the

date of original purchase, your Liebherr warranty covers all parts and labor to repair or replace any part of the product which proves to be defective in materials or workmanship.

FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY - For five years from the date of original purchase, your Liebherr warranty covers all parts and labor to repair or replace any components that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship in the sealed system. The “Sealed System” means only the compressor, condenser, evaporator, drier and all connecting tubing.

LIMITED 6TH THROUGH 12TH YEAR WARRANTY -

From the 6th through 12th year from the date of original purchase, your Liebherr warranty covers all parts that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship in the Sealed System (parts only).

TERMS APPLICABLE TO EACH WARRANTY

All service provided by Liebherr under the warranty must be performed by authorized Liebherr service representatives, unless otherwise specified by Liebherr. Service will be provided in the home during normal business hours. This warranty applies only to products installed for normal residential use. Details regarding a non-residential warranty are available on request.

The warranty applies only to products installed in any one of the fifty states of the United States or the District of Columbia. The warranty does not cover any parts or labor to correct any defect caused by negligence, accident or improper use, maintenance, installation, service or repair, including but not limited to improper removal and reinstallation of the condensing unit.

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+ 36 hidden pages

Liebherr HC 1000B, HC 1001B Use & Care Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

1 The appliance at a glance

1.1 Additional benefits

1.2 Overview of the appliance and accessories

1.3 Range of appliance use

1.4 Conformity

1.5 Energy saving

1.6 Example of food arrangement

2 General safety information

3 Controls and displays

3.1 Operating and monitoring controls

3.2 Temperature display

4 Start-up

4.1 Switching the appliance on

4.1.1 Switching the freezer compartment on

4.1.2 Switching on the fridge compartment

5 Operation

5.1 Temperature display unit

5.1.1 To change the unit

5.2 Child-proof lock

5.2.1 Switching on the child-proof lock

5.3 Door alarm

5.3.1 Switching off the door alarm

5.4 Temperature alarm

5.4.1 Switching off the temperature alarm

5.5 Sabbath Mode

5.5.1 Setting Sabbath mode

5.6 Fridge compartment

5.6.1 Refrigerating food

5.6.3 SuperCool

5.6.2 Setting the temperature

5.6.4 Shelves

5.6.5 Using the split shelf

5.6.7 Use the bottle holder

5.6.8 Vegetable trays on roller panels

5.6.6 Door racks

5.7 Freezer compartment

5.7.1 Freezing food

5.7.2 Storage times

5.7.3 Defrosting food

5.7.4 Setting the temperature

5.7.5 SuperFrost

5.7.6 Drawers

5.7.7 Shelves

6 Maintenance

6.1 Defrosting with NoFrost

5.7.8 VarioSpace

6.2 Cleaning the appliance

6.3 Customer service

6.4 Appliance Information

7 Troubleshooting

8 Putting appliance out of service

8.1 Vacation Tips

8.2 Switching the device off

8.2.1 Switching off the freezer compartment

8.2.2 Switching off the fridge compartment

8.3 Decommissioning

9 Disposing of the appliance

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