Miele KS 37472 iD Operating and Installation Guide

Operating and Installation Instructions Refrigerators
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions be- fore installation or use.
en-US M.-Nr. 11 447 680
Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 5
Accessories supplied ..................................................................................... 19
Optional accessories...................................................................................... 20
Cleaning the refrigerator................................................................................. 21
Automatic cold air circulation (DynaCool) ...................................................... 23
Temperature range ......................................................................................... 24
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Contents
Side-by-side................................................................................................... 64
Installation location ........................................................................................ 64
Ventilation....................................................................................................... 65
Door panel...................................................................................................... 66
Before installing the appliance ....................................................................... 67
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Contents
Installing the cabinet door.............................................................................. 82
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This refrigeration appliance complies with current safety require­ments. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and material damage.
Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully be­fore using the refrigeration appliance for the first time. They con­tain important information on safety, installation, use, and mainte­nance. This is to protect yourself from injury, and from damaging your refrigeration appliance.
Miele expressly and strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in the chapter on installing the refrigeration appliance, as well as the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non­compliance with these instructions.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner.

Appropriate use

This appliance is intended for use in the home and similar environ-
ments. This appliance is not intended for use outdoors, in damp environ­ments or in places exposed to rain.
This refrigeration appliance is intended for domestic use only for
the cool storage of food and drink. Any other usage is at the owner’s risk and could be dangerous.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This refrigeration appliance is not suitable for storing and keeping
cool medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations, or other simi­lar substances or products that are subject to the Medical Device Di­rective. Incorrect use of the refrigeration appliance for such purposes may cause deterioration of the items stored. The refrigeration appli­ance is also not suitable for use in areas where there is a risk of ex­plosion. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.
This refrigeration appliance may only be used by people (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised while using it. The refrigeration appliance may only be used by these people with­out supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recognize and understand the consequences of incorrect opera­tion.

Safety with children

To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in, on or
near the appliance.
Ensure that any packing material is disposed of safely and kept
out of the reach of children. DANGER of suffocation!
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Technical safety

The coolant circuit has been checked for leaks. The refrigeration
appliance complies with statutory and regulatory requirements..
This refrigeration appliance contains the coolant Isobutane
(R600a), a natural gas which is environmentally friendly. Although it is combustible, it does not damage the ozone layer and does not con­tribute to the greenhouse effect. The use of this coolant has, however, led to a slight increase in the noise level of the appliance. In addition to the noise of the compres­sor, you might be able to hear the coolant flowing around the cooling circuit. Unfortunately, this cannot be avoided, but it does not affect the performance of the refrigeration appliance. When transporting and installing the refrigeration appliance, ensure that no parts of the cooling circuit are damaged. Splashes of coolant can damage the eyes. In the event of damage:
- Avoid open flames or anything which creates a spark.
- Disconnect the refrigeration appliance from the power supply.
- Ventilate the room where the refrigeration appliance is located for several minutes.
- Contact Miele Customer Service.
The more coolant there is in a refrigeration appliance, the larger
the room it should be installed in. In the event of a leakage, if the ap­pliance is in a small room, there is the danger of a combustible gas/ air mixture building up. For every 11g of coolant, at least 1m3 of room space is required. The amount of coolant in the refrigeration appliance is stated on the data plate inside the appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To avoid the risk of damage to the appliance, make sure that the
connection data (fuse rating, frequency and voltage) on the data plate corresponds to the household supply. Check that this is the case before connecting the appliance. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
The electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed
when correctly grounded. It is essential that this standard safety re­quirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical installa­tion tested by a qualified electrician.
Reliable and safe operation of this appliance can only be assured
if it has been connected to the electricity supply.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Miele au-
thorized technician in order to protect the user from harm.
Do not connect the appliance to the electrical supply with a power
bar or extension cord. These are a fire hazard and do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance.
If moisture gets into electrical components or into the power cord,
it could cause a short circuit. Therefore, do not operate the machine in areas where there may be moisture or splashing water (e.g., garages, laundry rooms).
This appliance must not be installed and operated in mobile in-
stallations (e.g. on a ship).
Do not use a damaged appliance. It could be dangerous. Check
the appliance for visible signs of damage.
For safety reasons, this appliance may only be used after it has
been built in.
During installation, side-by-side heater installation, maintenance
and repair work, the appliance must be disconnected from the elec­trical power supply. It is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when:
- the circuit breaker has been tripped, or
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- the screw-type fuses on the electrical service panel have been re­moved or
- the power cord has been unplugged. Pull on the plug and not on the cord when removing it from the outlet.
Installation, repair, and maintenance work should only be per-
formed by a Miele-authorized service technician. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty.
Any manufacturer's warranty will be void if the appliance is not re-
paired by a Miele approved service technician.
Defective components should only be replaced by Miele original
parts. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the safety of the appliance.

Correct use

The appliance is designed for use within a certain climate range
(ambient temperatures), and should not be used outside this range. The climate range for your appliance is stated on the data plate in­side the appliance. Installing it in a room with too low an ambient temperature, e.g. a garage, will lead to the appliance switching off for longer periods so that it cannot maintain the required tempera­ture.
WARNING! DANGER of overheating! Do not cover or block the air
vents. This can impair the efficiency of the appliance, increase the power consumption and cause damage to the appliance.
If storing food which contains a lot of fat or oil in the appliance,
make sure that it does not come into contact with plastic compo­nents as this could cause stress cracks or break the plastic.
Risk of fire and explosion. Do not store any explosive materials or
products containing flammable propellants (e.g., spray cans) in the appliance. Electrical components can cause flammable mixes of gases to ignite.
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Risk of explosion. Do not operate any electrical equipment (e.g.,
an electric ice-cream maker) inside the refrigeration appliance. Risk of sparking and explosion.
When eating stored food, there is a danger of food poisoning.
Storage times will depend on several factors, including the freshness and quality of the food, as well as the temperature at which it is stored. Observe the manufacturer's “use-by” dates and storage in­structions.
Use only genuine original Miele parts. If parts or accessories from
other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid.

Cleaning and maintenance

Do not use any oil or grease on the door seals.
They can cause the seals to deteriorate over time.
Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.
The steam can reach the electrical components and cause a short circuit.
Sharp edged or pointed objects will damage the evaporator, caus-
ing irreversible damage to the appliance. Do not use sharp edged or pointed objects to
- remove frost or ice,
- separate frozen foods or remove ice trays.
Never place electric heaters or candles in the appliance to defrost
it. These can damage the plastic parts.
Do not use defrosting sprays or de-icers, as they could contain
substances which could damage the plastic parts or which might cause the build-up of gases and pose a danger to health.

Transport

To avoid damage to the appliance, always transport it upright and
in its packaging.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Risk of injury and damage. The refrigeration appliance is very
heavy and must be transported by 2people.

Disposal of your old appliance

Children could become trapped in the machine and could suffo-
cate.
- Remove the machine doors.
- Remove the drawers.
- Leave the adjustable shelves in the machine so children cannot climb inside.
DANGER of electric shock!
- Cut the plug off the power cord.
- Cut the power cord off the old appliance.
Dispose of them separately from the appliance.Ensure that the appliance is not stored in the vicinity of gasoline or
inflammable gases and liquids during and after disposal.
Make sure that the coolant pipework is not damaged during dis-
posal to avoid uncontrolled leakage of oil and coolant (see data plate for coolant type).
If your old refrigeration appliance has a door lock, destroy it. This
will prevent the risk of children playing accidentally locking them­selves in and endangering their lives.
Splashes of coolant can cause damage to the eyes. Be careful not
to damage any part of the pipework while awaiting disposal, e.g. by
- puncturing the coolant channels in the evaporator,
- kinking any pipework,
- scratching the surface coating.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Symbol on the compressor (depending on model)

This information is only relevant for recycling. There is no risk during normal oper­ation.
The oil in the compressor can be fatal if swallowed or if it pene-
trates the airways.
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Caring for the environment

Disposal of packaging material

The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during transportation. The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children. Return the packaging to your dealer.
Disposing of your old appli­ance
Electronic and electrical appliances contain many valuable materials. They also contain certain materials, com­pounds, and components which were essential for their correct functioning and safety. These could be hazardous to your health and to the environment if disposed of with general waste or if handled incorrectly. Please do not, therefore, dispose of your old appliance with general waste.
Instead, please make use of officially designated collection and disposal points to dispose of and recycle electri­cal and electronic appliances. By law, you are solely responsible for deleting any personal data from the appliance prior to disposal.
Take care not to damage your refrigera­tion appliance’s pipework before or dur­ing transportation to an authorized col­lection depot. This is to ensure that coolant in the cooling circuit and oil in the compressor is contained, and will not leak into the environment.
Please ensure that your old appliance poses no risk to children while being stored for disposal. For additional infor­mation, see “IMPORTANT SAFETY IN­STRUCTIONS” in these operating and installation instructions.
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Saving energy

Installation / Maintenance
Temperature setting
Normal energy consumption
In a well-ventilated room. In an enclosed, poorly venti-
Protected from direct sun­light.
Away from heat sources (ra­diator, range/oven).
Where the ideal room tem­perature is approx. 68°F (20°C).
Air vents uncovered and dusted regularly.
39°F to 41°F (4°C to 5°C) in the refrigerator section
PerfectFresh zone 32°F (0°C)
Increased energy consumption
lated room.
In direct sunlight.
Near a heat source (radiator, oven).
Where the ambient room temperature is above 77°F (25°C).
Where the ventilation open­ings are blocked and full of dust.
The lower the temperature in the appliance, the higher the energy consumption.
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Saving energy
Normal energy consumption
Use The drawers, and shelves
are arranged as they were when the appliance was de­livered.
Only open the door when necessary and for as short a time as possible. Store food in an organized way.
When shopping, use a cooler bag and place the food in the appliance as soon as possible. Replace any food removed as quickly as possible, be­fore it warms up too much. Allow hot food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the appliance.
Store food well packaged or covered.
Increased energy consumption
Frequent opening of the door for long periods will cause a loss of coldness. The appliance will try to cool down and the compressor will run for longer periods.
Hot food or food at room temperature raises the tem­perature inside the refrigera­tion appliance. The appli­ance will try to cool down and the compressor will run for longer periods.
The evaporation or conden­sation of liquids in the refrig­erator section will cause a loss of coldness.
Place frozen food in the re­frigerator section to defrost.
Do not overfill the appliance in order to allow the air to circulate.
Poor air circulation will cause a loss of coldness.
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Guide to the appliance

Control panel

a
On/Off button for the whole appliance
b
Optical interface (for Miele Technical Service only)
c
For switching the Automatic SuperCool function on and off
d
For setting the temperature ( for colder); selection button in settings mode
e
For confirming your selection (OK button)
f
For setting the temperature ( for warmer); selection button in settings mode
g
For selecting and deselecting set­tings mode
h
For switching off the door alarm
i
Display with temperature and sym­bols (symbols only visible in settings mode, in the event of an alarm/mes­sage; see table for explanation of symbols)
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Guide to the appliance

Explanation of symbols

Symbol Meaning Function
Safety lock Prevents the user from unintentionally
switching off the appliance, adjusting the temperature, switching on the Automatic SuperCool functions, or entering settings
Acoustic signals Choice of sensor tone and door alarm tone
Display Brightness
Settings
Carbon filter replace-
ment indicator (Active AirClean)
PerfectFresh
temperature
Sabbath Mode For turning Sabbath mode on and off
Power connection Confirms that the appliance is connected to
Alarm Lights up when the door alarm is activated;
Demo mode
(only visible when Demo mode is active)
For adjusting the brightness of the display
This function must be activated after in­stalling a carbon filter; it lights up to remind you to replace it
For adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone
the electrical supply when it is not switched on
flashes in the event of fault messages
For turning off Demo mode
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Guide to the appliance
a
Control panel
b
Fan
c
Shelf with lighting (FlexiLight)
d
Egg tray/door shelf
e
Adjustable rack
f
Bottle rack
g
Bottle shelf
h
PerfectFresh zone dry compartment
i
Condensate channel and drain hole
j
Regulator for setting the moisture level in the humidity-controlled com­partments
k
PerfectFresh zone humidity-con­trolled compartment (depending on model)
This drawing shows an example of an appli­ance model.
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Guide to the appliance

Accessories

Accessories supplied

Bottle holder

The non-slip fins of the bottle holder jut out into the bottle shelf and make bot­tles more secure when you open and close the appliance door.

Butter dish

Bottle rack

Bottles can be stored horizontally in the refrigerator section using the bottle rack to save space. The bottle rack can be placed at differ­ent positions in the refrigerator section.

Egg tray

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Guide to the appliance

Optional accessories

A range of useful Miele accessories and care products are available for your ap­pliance.

KKF-FF Active AirClean carbon filter with holder

Carbon filters neutralize unpleasant odors in the refrigerator section for im­proved air quality.
The carbon filter holder clips onto the protective strip at the back of the shelf and can be moved as necessary.
Now activate the carbon filter replace­ment indicator in Settings mode (see “Selecting additional settings” - “Car­bon filter replacement indicator”).
KKF-RF ActiveAirClean replacement filters
Replacement filters to fit the Active Air­Clean holder are available. We recom­mend replacing the carbon filters every 6months.
Accessories are available to order via the Miele Webstore, from Miele di­rectly (see back cover for contact de­tails) or from your Miele dealer.
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Switching on and off

Before first use

Packaging material

Remove all packaging material from
the inside of the appliance.

Protective film

The stainless steel trim on the interior shelves and door shelves in the appli­ance has a layer of protective film to prevent scratching in transit.
Remove this protective film once the
appliance has been installed.

Cleaning the refrigerator

Please refer to the relevant instruc­tions in “Cleaning and care”.
Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories.

Operating the appliance

A light touch on the sensors is all that is required to operate this appliance.
A tone will sound each time a sensor is touched. You can deactivate this if you wish (see “Selecting additional settings
- Audible signals”).

Switching on the appliance

Once the appliance is connected to the electricity supply, the power supply symbol will soon appear on the dis­play.
Touch the On/Off button. The power connection symbol goes
out and the temperature appears in the display.
The appliance starts cooling.
When the door is opened, the interior lighting comes on and the LED lighting on the shelves becomes brighter until it reaches its maximum brightness.
To enable the temperature to get suf­ficiently cold inside the appliance, al­low the appliance to run for a few hours before placing food in it.
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Switching on and off

Switching off the appliance

Touch the On/Off sensor.
If this does not work, the safety lock is activated.
The temperature shown on the display will go out and the power connection symbol appears.
The interior lighting goes out and cool­ing is switched off.
Switching off for longer peri­ods of time
If, during a long absence, the refrig­eration appliance is switched off but not cleaned and the door(s) left shut, there is a danger of bacteria building up inside the appliance.
It is essential to clean the refrigera­tion appliance.
If the refrigeration appliance is not go­ing to be used for a longer period of time, observe the following:
Turn the appliance off.Unplug the appliance or trip the cir-
cuit breaker.
Clean the refrigeration appliance and
leave the door ajar to air the appli­ance and avoid odors building up in­side.
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The correct temperature

It is very important to set the correct temperature for storing food in the ap­pliance. Bacteria will cause food which is not stored at the correct temperature to deteriorate rapidly. Temperature influ­ences the growth rate of these bacteria. Reducing the temperature reduces their growth rate.
The temperature in the appliance will rise:
- the more often the appliance door is opened and the longer it is kept open
- the more food that is stored in it
- the warmer the food is that is being put into it
- the higher the ambient temperature surrounding the refrigeration appli­ance is. The appliance is designed for use within specific ambient tem­peratures (climate range). Do not use in ambient temperatures for which it is not designed

... in the refrigerator section and in the PerfectFresh zone

We recommend a temperature of 39°F (4°C) in the refrigerator section.
The temperature in the PerfectFresh zone is controlled automatically, and is maintained at 32°F to 37°F (0°C to
3°C).
Automatic cold air circulation (Dyna­Cool)
The fan automatically turns on when the cooling system for the refrigerator sec­tion turns on. It distributes the tempera­ture in the refrigerator section to all ar­eas evenly so that all the food inside will be chilled to about the same degree.
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The correct temperature

Temperature display

In normal operation, the temperature display shows the current average refrigerator temperature.
Depending on the ambient temperature and the temperature setting, it can take the appliance a few hours to reach the temperature required and for this tem­perature to then be shown as a con­stant temperature in the display.

Setting the temperature

Use the two sensor buttons below
the display to set the temperature.
When you touch the sensor button
- The temperature decreases.
Approximately 5seconds after the last time a sensor button was touched, the actual temperature inside the appliance will automatically be displayed.
Or
Touch the OK button to confirm the
selection.
If you have adjusted the temperature,
wait for approximately 6hours if the appliance is not very full and for ap­proximately 24hours if the appliance is full before checking the temperature
display. It will take this long for an accu­rate reading to be given.
If, after this time, the temperature is
still too high or too low, adjust it again.

Temperature range

The temperature in the refrigerator sec­tion can be set between 37°F (3°C) and 49°F (9°C).
- The temperature increases.
The temperature value flashes while the temperature is being set.
The following changes will be seen on the display when the sensor buttons are touched:
- With the first touch: The last temper- ature set flashes.
- Each subsequent touch: The temper­ature changes in 1° increments.
- Keeping your finger on the sensor button: The temperature changes continuously.
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Adjusting the temperature in the PerfectFresh zone
In the PerfectFresh zone, the tempera­ture is automatically maintained be­tween32°F (0°C) and37°F (3°C). How­ever, if you would like it to be warmer or colder, e.g., when storing fish, you can adjust the temperature slightly.
The default setting for the tempera­ture in the PerfectFresh zone is5. Under certain circumstances, a set­ting from1 to4 can cause negative temperatures to be reached. This can cause food to freeze.
Touch the settings button.
All symbols available for selection will appear on the display and the sym­bol will flash.
Touch the buttons for setting the tem-
perature ( or ) repeatedly until the symbol flashes on the display.
The correct temperature
You can now adjust the temperature
in the PerfectFresh zone by touching the or button. You can choose from settings 1to9:
1: lowest temperature, 9: highest temperature.
Touch the OK button to confirm the
selection.
The selected setting is applied; the symbol flashes.
Touch the settings button to exit Set-
tings mode. If you do not do this, the appliance electronics will exit Settings mode automatically after approximately one minute.
The newly set temperature for the Per­fectFresh zone will gradually be reached.
Touch the OK button to confirm the
selection.
The most recently selected setting flashes and the symbol lights up in the display.
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Using Automatic SuperCool

Automatic SuperCool function

The Automatic SuperCool function can be used to rapidly reduce the tempera­ture in the refrigerator section to its low­est setting (depending on the room temperature).

Switching on Automatic SuperCool

Automatic SuperCool is particularly rec­ommended for the rapid chilling of large amounts of fresh food or drink.
Touch the Automatic SuperCool but-
ton; it will light up yellow.
The appliance will work at full power to lower the temperature in the refrigerator section.

Switching off Automatic SuperCool

The Automatic SuperCool function will switch itself off automatically after ap­proximately 12hours. The appliance will then run at normal power again.
To save energy, you can switch the Au­tomatic SuperCool function off yourself once food and drinks are sufficiently chilled.
Touch the Automatic SuperCool but-
ton; the yellow light will go out.
The appliance will then continue run­ning at normal power.
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Door alarm

The refrigeration appliance is fitted with a warning system to prevent energy be­ing wasted and food becoming warm if the appliance door is left open.
An alarm will sound if the door is left open for too long. The alarm symbol will light up.
The amount of time until the door alarm is triggered depends on the setting se­lected and can be either 2minutes (fac­tory default) or 4minutes. However, the door alarm can also be turned off (see “Selecting additional settings – Audible signals”).
As soon as the door is closed, the alarm stops sounding and the alarm symbol disappears from the display.
If no alarm sounds even though there is a door alarm, the alarm has been turned off in settings mode (see “Se­lecting additional settings – Audible signals”).

Cancelling the door alarm

If the alarm is disturbing you, it can be switched off.
Touch the sensor to turn off the door
alarm.
The alarm will stop. The alarm symbolwill continue to be displayed until the door is closed.
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Selecting additional settings

Certain settings for the appliance can only be selected in settings mode.
While you are in settings mode, the door alarm and any other fault mes­sages are suppressed automatically, but the alarm symbol lights up on the display.

Available settings

Activate and deactivate the

safety lock

°C°FSelect the temperature unit
(Celsius or Fahrenheit)
Switch audible signals on/off
Change the brightness of the
display
Adjust the temperature in the
PerfectFresh zone
Switch Sabbath mode on/off
Replace the carbon filters (Ac-
tive AirClean)
The process of adjusting the tempera- ture in the PerfectFresh zone is de­scribed in “The correct temperature”.
All other available settings are de­scribed below.
Safety lock
The safety lock can be activated to pre­vent:
- the appliance being switched off by mistake,
- the temperature being changed by mistake,
- Automatic SuperCool being selected by mistake,
- settings being adjusted by mistake (it is only possible to deactivate the safety lock).
This prevents the appliance being switched off or settings adjusted with­out your knowledge; for example, by children.

Activating and deactivating the safety lock

Touch the settings sensor.
All symbols available for selection will appear in the display and the symbol flashes.
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Touch the OK sensor to confirm your
selection.
The last selected setting flashes and the symbol lights up in the display.
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