Prestige Eco Swiss - Refrigerator SIBIR - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Combined refrigerator
Brand	SIBIR
Model	Prestige Eco Swiss
Dimensions (H x W x D)	180 x 60 x 65 cm
Weight	65 kg
Total net capacity	300 L
Refrigerator capacity	220 L
Freezer capacity	80 L
Energy class	A+
Annual consumption	250 kWh
Noise level	42 dB
Climate class	SN-T (sub-tropical)
Power supply	220-240 V / 50 Hz
Main functions	Refrigeration, freezing, interior LED lighting, adjustable thermostat, digital display
Defrosting	Automatic (No Frost)
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a soft cloth and soapy water; do not use abrasive products
Safety	Automatic door closing, open door alarm, child lock
Repairability	Spare parts available (seals, shelves, bulbs); repairability index 7.5/10
Country of manufacture	Switzerland
Package contents	Refrigerator, user manual, warranty card

Frequently Asked Questions - Prestige Eco Swiss SIBIR

How to adjust the refrigerator temperature?

Use the thermostat located inside or on the front. Turn the knob or press the + and - buttons to adjust the ideal temperature (generally 4°C for the refrigerator and -18°C for the freezer).

What to do if the refrigerator is not cooling enough?

Check that the plug is properly connected and that the thermostat is not set to 'OFF'. Make sure the ventilation grilles are clear and the condenser is not dirty. If the problem persists, contact after-sales service.

How to clean my SIBIR Prestige Eco Swiss refrigerator?

Unplug the appliance, remove food and shelves. Clean the interior with a soft cloth soaked in warm water and mild soap. Rinse with clean water and dry. Never use abrasive products or solvents.

Why is water accumulating at the bottom of the refrigerator?

This may be due to a blocked drain hole. Clean it with a thin rod (toothpick) and rinse with hot water. Check that the water collection tray is not full or dislodged.

My refrigerator is making an unusual noise, is this normal?

Some noises (humming, clicking) are normal during compressor operation or gas circulation. If the noise becomes very loud or irregular, check that the appliance is level and that there is no vibrating object.

How to defrost the freezer?

This model is equipped with the No Frost system: defrosting is automatic. No manual intervention is required. If a layer of ice forms, check that the door closes properly and that the seal is not damaged.

What does the red light mean?

The red light indicates a fault: door not closed properly, temperature too high, or malfunction. Consult the manual to identify the error code. Press the reset button if present.

What is the electricity consumption of the refrigerator?

The annual consumption is about 250 kWh, which corresponds to energy class A+. To optimize, place the appliance in a cool, ventilated area and avoid opening the door too often.

Can I install the refrigerator in an unheated garage?

This model is designed for climate class SN-T (10°C to 43°C). In a very cold garage (below 10°C), the compressor may not work properly. If the temperature drops below 5°C, the refrigerator may freeze.

How to replace the interior bulb?

Unplug the appliance. Remove the bulb cover by unclipping or unscrewing it (depending on model). Replace the bulb with a new identical one (E14, 220-240V, 25W max). Replace the cover and plug back in.

USER MANUAL Prestige Eco Swiss SIBIR

Built-In refrigerator

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Operating instructions

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Operating instructions

37 Introduction

37 Safety information and warnings

38 Operating and Control Panel

40 Freezing

40 Variable inner doors

41 Defrosting

42 Refrigerator

42 Cleaning

42 Informations for energy-saving use

43 Tips

44 Replacing LED

44 Malfunctions

45 Guarantee

46 Operating noises

47 Installation / dimensions

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Variable Innentür

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Kühlraum

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Reinigung

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Störungen

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Contre-porte variable

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Dégivrage

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Nettoyage

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Pannes

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Retroporta variabile

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Sbrinamento

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Pulizia

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You are the owner of a modern and thus energy-saving refrigerator. Congratulations on your new appliance!

This refrigerator has been designed and manufactured to the latest European directives and in accordance with the latest national and international standards. By affixing the CE mark subsequent to inspection of the product by authorised testing agencies, the manufacturer confirms compliance with the relevant directives and standards for household refrigerator appliances and household refrigerator/freezer appliances.

Disposal of the old appliance

Old appliance should be rendered unserviceable immediately (e.g. cut off the power cable). Please ensure that the piping of your appliance is not damaged before it is transported to the proper environmentally-friendly disposal facility. For disposal of your old appliance, please contact the appropriate facilities of your local authorities. (Unfasten the hinges and remove the doors so that children playing cannot lock themselves in and be in mortal danger).

Disposal of the packing material

All packing materials used are environmentally compatible and recyclable.

Safety information and warnings

Before putting the appliance into service, please read carefully the information given in the operating instructions and keep them carefully for use by a later owner.

■ Electrical safety must be ensured (contact safety) by the installation.
■ This appliance is only for household use as described in the operating instructions.
■ This appliance is not to be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacity, or limited experience

and understanding, other than when they are supervised or instructed in how to use this appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

■ If you have been supplied with a damaged appliance please contact your supplier immediately.
■ Do not use an extension cable.
■ Repairs and other service work must only be carried out by a service technician.
■ When cleaning switch off the power supply; pull out the power supply plug or deactivate the fuse. Never pull the plug out of the socket by pulling on the cable or with wet hands. Always grip the plug itself and pull it straight out of the power supply socket.
■ High proof alcohol must only be stored well sealed and upright; further, do not store explosive materials in the appliance.

Explosion danger!

■ This appliance is CFC and FC-free and contains small quantities of isobutane (R600a), an environmentally-friendly coolant.
■ When operating the appliance, care must be taken that the cooling circuit does not get damaged. Should the cooling circuit get damaged then keep it clear of open fires and any type of ignition source. The room in which the appliance is located should be ventilated for afew minutes.
■ Appliance with a damaged cooling circuit must not be put into operation.
■ When the appliance is in operation care must be taken that the ventilation vents are not covered over or closed.
■ No mechanical devices or synthetic materials other than those recommended must be used to accelerate defrosting.

■ No liability will be accepted for any possible damage if the appliance is used for any other purpose, incorrectly operated, or not repaired by a professional technician. In such cases the guarantee and other liabilities are rendered null and void.
If the connection cable of the appliance is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or by his customer service or by a similarly qualified person to avoid any liability.
■ Warning: do not operate any electrically-driven devices inside the foodstuff compartment.

Controls

Child safety lock

The buttons must be pressed for at least 3 seconds.

Alarm acknowledgement

Any button can be used to acknowledge the alarm function.

①Main ON/OFF button
②Holiday function:

The refrigerator is swiched off and the freezer remains in operation. OF is shown on the refrigerator temperature display (5).

③Increase refrigerator temperature (up to max. 12 °C):

After 3 seconds the temperature display starts to flash and shows the selected temperature value. Each time you now press the button, the temperature value is increased by 1 °C. If you hold down the button, the value increases automatically until you release the button or the maximum value is reached. Approx. 5 seconds after releasing the button, the display stops flashing and the current average temperature is displayed again.

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④Decrease refrigerator temperature (down to min. 2 °C):

After 3 seconds the temperature display starts to flash and shows the selected temperature value. Each time you now press the button, the temperature value is decreased by 1 °C. If you hold down the button, the value decreases automatically until you release the button or the minimum value is reached. Approx. 5 seconds after releasing the button, the display stops flashing and the current average temperature is displayed again.

⑤Refrigerator temperature display:

A temperature value averaged over 2 hours is displayed, which may be different from the set value. This can be the case particularly after defrosting or if the door has been open for a while. If the temperature is lower than -5 °C, «LO» is displayed; if it is higher than 20 °C, «HI» is displayed.

⑥Freezer temperature display

An actual value averaged over 2 hours is displayed, which may be different from the set value. This can be the case particularly if the door has been open for a while or if a large amount of warm food-stuffs have just been stored. If the temperature is lower than -30°C, «LO» is displayed; if it is higher than -5 °C, «HI» is displayed.

⑦ Increase freezer temperature

(up to max. -14°C):

After 3 seconds the temperature display starts to flash and shows the selected temperature value. Each time you now press the button, the temperature value is increased by 1°C. If you hold down the button, the value increases automatically until you release the button or the maximum value is reached. Approx. 5

seconds after releasing the button, the display stops flashing and the current average temperature is displayed again.

⑧Decrease freezer temperature (down to min. -24 °C):

After 3 seconds the temperature display starts to flash and shows the selected temperature value. Each time you now press the button, the temperature value is decreased by 1 °C. If you hold down the button, the value decreases automatically until you release the button or the minimum value is reached. Approx. 5 seconds after releasing the button, the display stops flashing and the current average temperature is displayed again.

⑨Fast freeze button

This activates maximum chilling performance for the freezer. A snowflake appears on the display. After 24 hours the system is reset to the original setting and the snowflake disappears. The fast freeze function can also be disabled before this time by pressing the button manually again.

⑩Fast cool button

This activates maximum chilling performance for the refrigerator. A fan icon appears on the display. After 24 hours the system is reset to the original setting and the fan disappears. The fast cool function can also be disabled before this time by pressing the button manually again. Once the fast cool function is finished, the refrigerator automatically defrosts.

Refrigerator door alarm

After 2 minutes the LED flashes at 15-second intervals. Reset by pressing any button.

After 3 minutes the LED flashes at 5-second intervals. Reset by pressing any button.

After 4 minutes the LED flashes rhythmically once a second. Reset by pressing any button.

After 10 minutes: Audible alarm. Reset by pressing Acknowledge Alarm button. Lasts for 3 minutes - repeated every 30 minutes. If the freezer door is left open for longer than 10 minutes, an audible alarm sounds until the freezer door is closed or the alarm is stopped by pressing any button.

Temperature alarm

An audible alarm sounds if the temperature in the refrigerator rises 10°C above the selected temperature value or the average temperature in the freezer is warmer than -9°C. The temperature alarm can be stopped by pressing any button.

Freezing

■ Only fresh produce is suitable for freezing.

■ Only small quantities should be frozen at one time so that the temperature in the freezer does not increase too much. Freezing can be carried out in all freezer compartments. It is best to pre-pack small portions only.

■ To freeze the maximum amount of foodstuffs (see ID plate), the top compartment must be used. Press the Fast Freeze button after inserting the foodstuffs. The temperature setting of the freezer and refrigerator must not be changed. After 24 hours the Fast Freeze function is automatically deactivated.

■ The Fast Freeze button can also be used to freeze smaller amounts. However, it is not necessary to activate the Fast Freeze function for 24 hours.
■ Products for freezing should not be brought into contact with products which are already frozen. Products which have been thawed out must not be re-frozen because foodstuffs can spoil.

Freezer bowls

Fruit (soft fruit), herbs, and vegetables for garnishing can be gently frozen using the fruit bowl (Figure ②). Simply distribute the produce for freezing in the fruit bowl, taking care that the fruit does not stick together so that it keeps its shape as far as possible. Transfer into a bag or container after 10 to 12 hours and store it in a freezer compartment. Spread out the frozen material loosely for thawing out.

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Variable inner doors

The cover inserts (Figure ③) in the inner doors can be adjusted somewhat and offer the option of a customized setting. To change the location of the inserts and bottle holder: first lift upwards and lift out, then set the required height and replace in the reverse sequence. Please note that the location of the cover of the uppermost cover cannot be adjusted.

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Defrosting

The refrigerator defrosts completely automatically, thus melting any ice that has built up on the back panel. This happens approx. twice a day depending on how often and for how long the door is opened. During the defrosting procedure the temperature in the refrigerator rises so that the ice on the back panel defrosts completely. After defrosting, the temperature drops back to the original setting. The water flows out through a drain hole (Figure ④) and evaporates in the collecting tray outside the device.

Be sure to keep the collection channel and the drainage channel clean, so that the melted water can flow out easily. Clean out the drainage channel with the green cleaner provided using an up-and-down and turning motion.

Defrost the freezer compartment if the ice formation becomes excessive. A thick coating of ice reduces the effectiveness of the cold transfer to the frozen products.

Keep the frozen products as cold as possible and well insulated during the defrosting time, e.g. pack them in newspaper.

- Turn off the appliance by using the main switch (3 sec.)

– Pull out the water drain hole (Figure ⑤)

- Place water catcher under the defrosted water drainage channel (Figure 6)

- Leave the doors open.

Defrosting can be accelerated significantly if you place a bowl of hot water in the freezer compartment. Attention: do not use sharp implements to remove ice or anything hard frozen. Do not use an electrical heater or an open flame for defrosting.

- After defrosting clean the interior and dry it thoroughly.

– Turn on the appliance by using the main switch (3 sec.)

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Refrigerator

The height of the glass shelves can be adjusted individually. Pulling both holders sideways inwardly (Figure ⑦a) and for fixation turn them down and backwards (Figure ⑦b). Pull the glass shelf out of the guidance and replace it in reversed order at the desired position.

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Cleaning

The appliance is to be kept clean for the hygienic storage of foodstuffs. It should be washed out from time to time with a mild soapy solution and then dried. An occasional wiping with a vinegar solution suppresses odours and is recommended. Keeping the door seals clean stops them from sticking and thus avoids them being damaged.

No scouring cleaners or scratching cloths are to be used. Clean the door seals with a soft brush. If the appliance has not been used for some time, turn off by using the main switch (3 sec.). Empty the appliance, defrost it, clean, and then leave the cold room as well as the freezer compartment open.

• For cleaning the control element please use only a humid flannel.
• Be careful that as little cleaning water as possible goes though the drainage channel into the collection dish.
• Before being put back in use, the appliance and the seals of the cold room and the freezer must all be completely dry.

Informations for energy-saving use

■ As far as possible, use the cooling unit in its as-delivered state. The arrangement of drawers, shelves and trays ensures the best possible temperature distribution.
■ Do not install the unit near radiators, radiator pipes or smoke extractors and protect it as far as possible from direct sunlight
■ Make sure the unit doors are kept open for as short a time as possib le. The quicker the doors are closed again, the less cold is lost.
■ Make sure that the doors are closed fully and correctly. The door seal must be flush against the frame of the fridge.
■ Leave warm or even hot items to cool down outside the unit.
■ The storage of moisture-releasing food-stuffs leads to increased build-up of ice on the rear of the fridge and a reduction in cooling power.

Tips

The following points should be noted when using the new appliance:

■ A appliance which has just been put into use needs approx. 15 hours (with products) until it has reached its normal operating temperatures.
If the doors are open for longer than 2 minutes then the lamp starts to flash. Make sure after closing that the doors are fully sealed. The self-closing hinges assist this.
■ The cooling time for beverages and other products can take up to 6 hours from room temperature down to the cold room temperature. The warmer they are when put in, the longer this time will be.
■ Re-setting the temperature control has no effect on the cooling rate, only on the temperature reached.
■ Condensation can form on the glass shelves if products are stored which emit water vapour.
■ The electronic control defrosts the cold room only about once per day. A cat ice may be visible oftentimes at the back board of the cold room – this is though normal.
■ Be careful that products do not come into contact with the rear wall of the cold room so that they do not freeze to it and that, during defrosting, water does not get diverted into the cold room.

■ When filling be careful that:
- Oil and fats do not come into contact with the polymer parts and the door seals.
- The coldest locations in the cold room for any setting of the temperature controller are at the back wall and above the lowest shelf. Sensitive products should therefore be put on the lowest shelf.
■ Example of how to use:
- Freeze and store foodstuffs and make ice in the freezer compartment.
- On the shelves from top to bottom: baked products, ready-made meals, dairy products, meat and sausages.
- In the suspended trays from top to bottom: butter and cheese, tubes, small cans and eggs, large bottles.
– In the vegetable compartment: vegetables, fruit and salad.

Changing the LED lighting

Switch off the power supply: pull out the power supply plug or deactivate the fuse.

Click off the LED lighting (Figure ⑧). Disconnect the plug to the LED lighting (Figure ⑨). Please insert the new LED lighting in the reverse sequence.

N.B.: Please only use original LED lighting from the manufacturer.

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Malfunctions

The appliance is checked for trouble-free operation before being supplied. Should you have any problems please contact your nearest service facility, advising them of the model number and the details of the problem.

A malfunction can occur if the electrical fuse is tripped. This problem can be solved easily if the fuse mechanism is re-activated.

Display following power failure

An interruption to the power supply is only displayed if the freezer temperature is warmer than -9°C after restart. In this case the two temperature displays flash and show the temperature values that were measured after restart. You can stop the temperature displays flashing by pressing any button. The current average temperature values are then displayed.

Sensor error functions:

• Sensor error F1 on the left-hand side of temperature display = temperature sensor in the cold room is defective
• Error message F4 on the right-hand temperature display (freezer temperature) = temperature sensor in the freezer defective.
• Sensor error F7 on the right-hand side of temperature display = surrounding room temperature sensor defective

Emergency mode

If a sensor error (F1 or F4) is displayed, the entire unit continues to operate in a time-controlled emergency mode independently of the defective sensors.

Guarantee

We warrant the guarantee as of the delivery date of the appliance.

Any malfunctions which might occur during this time despite correct operation and which are caused by material or construction errors will be corrected under this guarantee by our customer service.

Not covered by the guarantee:

• LED defects
• Breakage of the glass shelves or polymer parts
• Defects resulting from not following the operating instructions or incorrect usage
  – Damage claims beyond the guarantee
  – Appliance which have been repaired by third parties.

Operating Noises

Noises which are entirely normal

The chill cabinet is cooled by a compressor (refrigeration aggregate). The compressor pumps coolant through the cooling system, producing operating noises. Even when the compressor cuts out, noises caused by changes in temperature and pressure are unavoidable.

This appliance is fitted with a quiet compressor and a low-noise cooling circuit designed in line with the latest technical developments.

However, a certain level of noise, dependent on the size of the appliance, is inevitable. Operating noise will be most audible immediately after the compressor cuts in. It becomes quieter as the operating period continues.

Noises which are not normal

Unusual noise is normally the result of improper installation. The appliance must be installed or built-in so that it is level and stable. Under no circumstances must tubing come into contact with a wall, other furniture or with another tubing.

Where the appliances are installed in open-plan kitchens or in partition walls, the level of operating noise will be heard more acutely. However, this is due to the surrounding architecture and not to a fault with the appliance.

Description Cause Notes

Droning Cooling aggregate		Normal operating noise of the cooling aggregate.The level is dependent on the size of appliance and on the load-dependent speed of the compressor motor
Humming	Fan	Normal operating noise of the fan.
Gurgling BabblingMurmuring	Cooling circuit	Normal operating noise as coolant flows through the circuit.
Hissing	Cooling circuit	Normal operating noise as coolant is injected into the condenser.
Rattle	Shelves, contents	Arrange the shelves and contents so that they are fixed and not touching one another.
Cracking	Housing	Normal as materials expand and contract caused by temperature variations (e.g. plastics, insulation).
Hissing	valve	normal operating noise of the valve

Fitted refrigerator Recess SMS 14/6 (1778 mm)

Electrical safety (personnel protection safety) is to be ensured during fitting. If the mains power supply is not accessible after installation then a separation device is to be provided by the installer. This can be a switch with a contact opening of at least 3 mm, this includes line protection cut-outs as well as contactors.

For recess depths of 550, the power data of the appliance are guaranteed the same

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