Appliance at a glance
Contents
1 Appliance at a glance............................................ 2
1.1 Description of appliance and equipment.................. 2
1.2 Range of appliance use............................................ 2
1.3 Conformity................................................................ 2
1.4 Saving energy.......................................................... 2
2 General safety information................................... 3
3 Controls and displays........................................... 3
3.1 Operating and control elements............................... 3
3.2 Temperature display................................................. 3
4 Putting into operation............................................ 3
4.1 Transporting the appliance....................................... 3
4.2 Installing the appliance............................................. 4
4.3 Disposing of packaging............................................ 4
4.4 Connecting the appliance......................................... 4
4.5 Switching on the appliance....................................... 4
5 Control.................................................................... 4
5.1 Brightness of the temperature display...................... 4
5.2 Child proofing........................................................... 5
5.3 Door alarm................................................................ 5
5.4 Temperature alarm................................................... 5
5.5 Freezing food........................................................... 5
5.6 Thawing food............................................................ 5
5.7 Setting the temperature............................................ 5
5.8 SuperFrost............................................................... 5
5.9 Drawers.................................................................... 6
5.10 Shelves.................................................................... 6
5.11 VarioSpace............................................................... 6
5.12 Information system................................................... 6
5.13 Cold storage accumulators....................................... 6
6 Maintenance........................................................... 7
6.1 Manual defrosting..................................................... 7
6.2 Cleaning the appliance............................................. 7
6.3 Customer service..................................................... 7
7 Malfunction............................................................. 7
8 Decommissioning.................................................. 8
8.1 Switching off the appliance....................................... 8
8.2 Taking the appliance out of service.......................... 8
9 Disposing of the appliance................................... 8
The manufacturer works constantly on the further development
of all the types and models. Therefore please understand that
we have to 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. Differences may
occur. Text relating only to specific appliances is marked with
an asterisk (*).
Instructions for action are marked with a , the results of
action are marked with a
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Fig. 1
(1) Operating and control
elements
(2) Cold storage accumu-
lator*
(3) Information system
(4) VarioSpace
(5) Type plate
1.2 Range of appliance use
The appliance is suited only for cooling food.
In the case of commercial food cooling, the pertinent statutory
regulations have to be observed. The appliance is not suited
for storing and cooling pharmaceuticals, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar substances and products subject to
the Medical Devices Directive 2007/47/EC. Any misuse of the
appliance may result in damage to or spoilage of the stored
goods. Furthermore, the appliance is unsuited for use in areas
exposed to an explosion hazard.
The appliance is set to operate within specific ambient temperature limits according to its climate rating. The correct climate
rating for your appliance is indicated on the type plate.
Note
Compliance with the ambient temperatures indicated is
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required, otherwise the cooling performance is reduced.
Climate
rating
SN, N up to 32 °C
ST up to 38 °C
T up to 43 °C
The appliance will function properly in ambient temperatures of
down to 5 °C.
for ambient temperatures
1 Appliance at a glance
1.1 Description of appliance and equipment
Note
Shelves, drawers and baskets are arranged for optimum
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energy efficiency on delivery.
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1.3 Conformity
The refrigerant circuit has been tested for leaks. When
installed, this appliance complies with the relevant safety provisions and EC directives 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC.
1.4 Saving energy
Always ensure good ventilation. Do not cover ventilation
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openings or grille.
Do not place appliance in areas of direct sunlight or next to a
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stove, heater or similar object.
The energy consumption depends on the installation condi-
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tions, e.g. the ambient temperature (see 1.2) .
Keep the time the appliance is open to a minimum.
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Store food logically.
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Ensure that all food is well packed and covered for storage.
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This will prevent frost from forming.
First cool warm food to room temperature before storing it .
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If there is a thick layer of frost in the appliance: defrost the
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appliance.
2 General safety information
Danger for the user:
This appliance is not designed for persons (including chil-
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dren) with physical, sensory or mental impairment or
persons not having sufficient experience and knowledge,
unless they are instructed in the use of the appliance and
are initially supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Keep children under supervision to ensure they do
not play with the appliance.
In case of a fault, pull out the mains plug (not by pulling the
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connecting cable) or switch off the fuse.
Have any repairs to or intervention in the appliance, and any
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change of the mains power cable, carried out by the
customer service only or by other specialised personnel
trained for the purpose.
When disconnecting the appliance from the supply, always
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take hold of the plug. Do not pull the cable.
Install and connect the appliance only as instructed.
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Please keep these instructions in a safe place and pass
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them on to any subsequent owners.
Fire hazard:
The refrigerant R 600a is environmentally friendly but flam-
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mable. Escaping refrigerant may ignite.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit pipes.
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Do not allow naked flames or ignition sources to enter the
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appliance.
Do not use any electrical appliances in the interior (e.g.
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steam cleaners, heaters, ice cream maker etc.).
If refrigerant escapes: eliminate naked flames or sources
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of ignition from the vicinity. Pull out the power plug. Ventilate the area well. Notify customer service.
Do not store explosives or sprays using combustible propel-
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lants such as butane, propane, pentane, etc. in the appliance. Respective spray cans can be identified by reference
to the contents printed on the can or by a flame symbol.
Gases possibly escaping may ignite due to electrical
components.
Only store high-percentage alcohol in tightly sealed, upright
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containers. Alcohol possibly escaping may ignite due to
electrical components.
Danger of tipping and falling:
Do not misuse the plinth, drawers, doors etc. as a step or for
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support. This applies particularly to children.
Danger of food poisoning:
Do not consume food which has been stored too long.
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Danger of frostbite, numbness and pain:
Avoid lasting skin contact with cold surfaces or refrigerated/
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frozen food or take protective steps, e.g. wear gloves. Do
not consume ice cream, water ice or ice cubes immediately
and do not consume them too cold.
Risk of crushing
Do not reach into the soft stop mechanism. Fingers may be
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trapped when the door is closed.
Please observe the specific information in the other
sections:
General safety information
DANGER identifies a situation involving direct
danger which, if not obviated, may
result in death or severe bodily
injury.
WARNING identifies a dangerous situation
which, if not obviated, may result in
death or severe bodily injury.
CAUTION identifies a dangerous situation
which, if not obviated, may result in
minor or medium bodily injury.
NOTICE identifies a dangerous situation
which, if not obviated, may result in
damage to property.
Note identifies useful information and tips.
3 Controls and displays
3.1 Operating and control elements
Fig. 2
(1) Temperature display (5) SuperFrost button
(2) Down setting button (6) Alarm button
(3) Up setting button (7) Child-proofing symbol
(4) On/Off button
3.2 Temperature display
The following are displayed in normal operation:
the warmest freezing temperature
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The temperature display flashes:
the temperature setting is being changed
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after switch-on the temperature is not yet cold enough
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the temperature has risen several degrees
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Dashes flash in the display:
the freezer temperature is above 0 °C.
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The following displays indicate malfunction. Possible causes
and corrective action (see Malfunction).
nA
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F0 to F5
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4 Putting into operation
4.1 Transporting the appliance
CAUTION
Risk of injury and danger of damage as a result of incorrect
transport!
Transport the appliance in a packed condition.
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Transport the appliance upright.
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Do not transport the appliance without assistance.
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