KB 3610 - Combined refrigerator LIEBHERR - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL KB 3610 LIEBHERR

1 Appliance at a glance. 2
1.1 Description of appliance and equipment 2
1.2 Range of appliance use 2
1.3 Conformity 3
1.4 External dimensions of the appliance 3
1.5 Saving energy 3
2 General safety information. 3
3 Controls and displays. 4
3.1 Operating and control elements 4
3.2 Temperature display 4
4 Putting into operation. 4
4.1 Transporting the appliance 4
4.2 Installing the appliance 4
4.3 Changing over the door hinges.. 5
4.4 Insertion into a row of kitchen units 6
4.5 Disposing of packaging.. 6
4.6 Connecting the appliance.. 7
4.7 Switching on the appliance 7
5 Control 7
5.1 Door alarm.. 7
5.2 Refrigerator compartment 7
5.3 BioFresh compartment 8
6 Maintenance. 9
6.1 Cleaning the appliance.. 9
6.2 Changing the interior light with bulb 10
6.3 Customer service 10
7 Malfunction. 10
8 Decommissioning. 11
8.1 Switching off the appliance 11
8.2 Taking the appliance out of service 11
9 Disposing of the appliance. 11

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 .

1 Appliance at a glance

1.1 Description of appliance and equipment

Note

Place food inside the appliance as shown in the diagram. This allows the appliance to save energy during operation.
Shelves, drawers and baskets are arranged for optimum energy efficiency on delivery.

Fig. 1

(1) Operating and control elements
(2) Fan
(3) Interior light

(8) Bottle rack

(9) Type plate

(10) BioFresh compartment, Drysafe

(11) HydroSafe control

(12) BioFresh compartment, Hydrosafe

(13) Drain hole

(14) Height-adjustable foot

1.2 Range of appliance use

The appliance is suitable solely for cooling food in a domestic environment or similar. This includes use in, for example

• in staff kitchenettes, bed and breakfast establishments,
• by guests in country homes, hotels, motels and other forms of accommodation,
• in catering and similar services in the wholesale trade

Use the appliance solely as is customary within a domestic environment. All other types of use are inadmissible. The appliance is not suitable for storing and cooling medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar substances and products covered by the 2007/47/EC Medical Devices Directive. Misuse of the appliance can result in the stored products suffering harm or perishing. Furthermore, the appliance is not suitable for operation in potentially explosive atmospheres.

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 required, otherwise the cooling performance is reduced.

Climate rating	for ambient temperatures of
SN	10 °C to 32 °C
N	16 °C to 32 °C
ST	16 °C to 38 °C
T	16 °C to 43 °C

1.3 Conformity

The refrigerant circuit has been tested for leaks. The appliance complies with current safety regulations and EC directives 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC.

1.4 External dimensions of the appliance

Fig. 2

Designation	H (mm)
KB(esf) 42	1852
KB 36	1655

1.5 Saving energy

• Always ensure good ventilation. Do not cover ventilation openings or grille.
• Always keep fan louvres clear.
• Do not place appliance in areas of direct sunlight or next to a stove, heater or similar object.
• The energy consumption depends on the installation conditions, e.g. the ambient temperature (see 1.2).
• Keep the time the appliance is open to a minimum.
• The lower the temperature setting, the higher the power consumption.

• Store food logically. (see Appliance at a glance).

• Ensure that all food is well packed and covered for storage. This will prevent frost from forming.

• Remove food as needed in order that it does not warm too much.
• First cool warm food to room temperature before storing it.

Accumulated dust increases the energy consumption:

• Once a year, dust the refrigerating unit together with the metal grille of the heat exchanger at the back of the appliance.

2 General safety information

Danger for the user:

• This appliance is not designed for persons (including children) 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 connecting cable) or switch off the fuse.
• Have any repairs to or intervention in the appliance, and any 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 take hold of the plug. Do not pull the cable.
  Install and connect the appliance only as instructed.
• Please keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any subsequent owners.
• Special-purpose lamps (incandescent lamps, LEDs, fluorescent tubes) in the appliance serve to illuminate the appliance interior and are not suited for room illumination.

Fire hazard:

• The refrigerant R 600a is environmentally friendly but flammable. Escaping refrigerant may ignite.

• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit pipes.

• Do not allow naked flames or ignition sources to enter the appliance.
• Do not use any electrical appliances in the interior (e.g. steam cleaners, heaters, ice cream maker etc.).

• If refrigerant escapes: eliminate naked flames or sources 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 propellants 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.

• Keep burning candles, lamps and other items with naked flames away from the appliance so that they do not set the appliance on fire.

• Only store high-percentage alcohol in tightly sealed, upright 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 support. This applies particularly to children.

Danger of food poisoning:

• Do not consume food which has been stored too long.

Danger of frostbite, numbness and pain:

• Avoid lasting skin contact with cold surfaces or refrigerated/ 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.

Please observe the specific information in the other sections:

!	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

(1) On/Off button
(2) Setting button
(3) Temperature display

(4) SuperCool button
(5) Alarm button

3.2 Temperature display

The following are displayed in normal operation:

• the set freezing temperature
• the set cooling temperature

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.
Transport the appliance upright.
Do not transport the appliance without assistance.

4.2 Installing the appliance

In the event that the appliance is damaged, contact the supplier immediately before connecting to the mains.

The floor at the site must be flat and level.

Do not install the appliance in a location where it is exposed to direct radiation of the sun, next to a cooker, heater and similar.

Always install the appliance with the back directly against the wall.

Do not install the appliance without assistance.

Standard EN 378 specifies that the room in which you install your appliance must have a volume of 1m^2 per 8g of R 600a refrigerant used in the appliance. If the room in which the appliance is installed is too small, a flammable gas-air mixture may form in the event of a leakage in the refrigeration circuit. The quantity of refrigerant used in your appliance is indicated on the type plate on the inside of the appliance.

The appliance may be moved only when it is empty.

WARNING

Fire hazard due to dampness!

If live parts or the mains lead become damp this may cause short circuits.

The appliance is designed for use in enclosed areas. Do not operate the appliance outdoors or in areas where it is exposed to splash water or damp conditions.

WARNING

Fire hazard due to refrigerant!

The refrigerant R 600a is environmentally friendly but flammable. Escaping refrigerant may ignite.

Do not damage the piping of the refrigeration circuit.

WARNING

Fire hazard and danger of damage!

• Do not place appliances emitting heat e.g. microwaves, toasters etc. on the appliance!

WARNING

Blocked ventilation openings pose a risk of fire and damage!

Always keep the ventilation openings clear. Always ensure that the appliance is properly ventilated!

• Detach the connecting cable from the rear of the appliance, removing the cable holder at the same time because otherwise there will be vibratory noise!
  Remove the protective film from the outside of the appliance.*

NOTICE*

The stainless steel doors are provided with a high-quality surface coating and must not be treated using the accompanying care product.

Otherwise the surface coating will be affected.

Wipe the coated door surfaces using a soft, clean cloth only.
Apply a stainless steel cleaner only to the stainless steel side walls evenly, wiping with the grain. Subsequent cleaning becomes easier as a result.
Wipe side walls with a paint finish using a soft, clean cloth only.

Remove the protective film from the decorative trims.*
Remove all transit supports.
Dispose of packaging material (see 4.5).

NOTICE

Risk of damage due to condensate!
- Do not install the appliance directly alongside a further refrigerator/freezer.

Align the appliance so that it stands firmly and on a level by applying the accompanying spanner to the adjustable-height feet (A) and using a spirit level.
Then support the door: Extend the adjustable foot at the turn hinge (B) until it rests on the floor and then make a further 90^ turn.

Note

Clean the appliance (see 6.1).

If the appliance is installed in a very damp environment, condensate may form on the outside of the appliance.
Always see to good ventilation at the installation site.

4.3 Changing over the door hinges

You can change over the door hinges if necessary.

NOTICE

Risk of damage to side-by-side appliances due to condensation!

When a side-by-side appliance (S...) is fitted together with a second appliance (as a SBS combination), the door hinges must remain as delivered.
Do not change over the door hinges.

Ensure that the following tools are to hand:

Torx® 25
Torx® 15
Screwdriver
Cordless screwdriver, if necessary
Second person for fitting work, if needed

Remove any food from the door racks before removing the door, so that no food falls out.

Fig. 4

Close the door.
▶ Pull off the cover Fig. 4 (10) forwards and upwards.
Lift off the cover Fig. 4 (11).

CAUTION

Risk of injury if the door tips!

Take good hold of the door.
Set down the door carefully.

Unscrew the upper turn hinge Fig. 4 (12)(2x Torx® 25) Fig. 4 (13) and lift it off.
Lift off the door and set it aside.

4.3.2 Changing the bearing parts

Fig. 5

Lift out the bearing pin Fig. 5 (22) together with washer Fig. 5 (23) and adjustable-height foot Fig. 5 (24).
Lift off the stopper Fig. 5 (21).
Unscrew Fig. 5 (26) the turn hinge Fig. 5 (25).
Unscrew Fig. 5 (29) the bearing element Fig. 5 (28), transfer it to the opposite location hole of the turn hinge and screw it firmly into place.
Carefully lift off the cover on the handle side Fig. 5 (27) and transfer it to the opposite side.
Screw the turn hinge Fig. 5 (25) firmly into place on the new hinge side, possibly using a cordless screwdriver (with 4 Nm).
Re-insert the stopper Fig. 5 (21) into the other hole.
Re-insert the bearing pin Fig. 5 (22) together with the washer and adjustable-height foot. In so doing, pay attention that the locating lug points backwards

4.3.3 Transferring the handle

Transfer the spring clamp Fig.6 (31):Depress the latch nose and pull the spring clamp off over it.
▶ Slide the spring clamp into place on the new hinge side until it clicks into place.

Fig. 6

Fig. 7
Lift the stopper Fig. 7 (33) out of the door bearing bush and transfer it.
Dismantle the door handle Fig. 7 (32), stoppers Fig. 7 (33) and pressure plates* Fig. 7 (34) and transfer to the opposite side.
- When fitting the pressure plates on the opposite side, make sure they snap properly into place.

4.3.4 Fitting the door

Place the door from above onto the lower bearing pin Fig.5 (22).
Close the door.
Insert the upper turn hinge Fig. 4 (12) in the door on the new hinge side.
Screw the upper turn hinge Fig. 4 (12) firmly into place (with 4 Nm )(2x Torx® 25) Fig. 4 (13). Possibly make preliminary holes with a bradawl or use a cordless screwdriver.
Snap the cover Fig. 4 (10) and cover Fig. 4 (11) into place at the opposite side.

Align the door to the appliance housing by way of the two oblong holes in the bottom turn hinge Fig. 5 (25). To do so, unscrew the middle screw.

WARNING

Risk of injury due to the door dropping out! If the bearing parts are not screwed into place firmly enough, the door may drop out. This may lead to severe injuries. What is more, the door may not close and therefore the appliance may fail to cool properly.

Screw the turn hinges firmly into place with 4Nm
Check all of the screws and retighten if necessary.

4.4 Insertion into a row of kitchen units

(1) Stack cabinet
(2) Appliance

(3) Kitchen cabinet

(4) Wall

The appliance can be inserted into a row of kitchen units. To match the appliance Fig. 8 (2) to the height of the row of units, a suitable stack cabinet Fig. 8 (1) can be fitted above the appliance.

When inserting the appliance into a row of kitchen units (max. depth 580~mm ), the appliance can be installed directly next to the kitchen unit Fig. 8 (3). The appliance door projects relative to the front of the kitchen unit by 34~mm at the side and by 50~mm in the middle of the appliance. It can be opened and closed perfectly as a result.

Important for the ventilation:

• At the back of the stack cabinet there has to be a ventilation duct of at least 50 ~mm depth throughout the width of the stack cabinet.
• The ventilation space under the ceiling has to be at least 300cm^2
• The larger the ventilation space, the more energy-saving the appliance is in operation.

If the appliance is installed with the hinges next to a wall Fig. 8 (4), the distance between appliance and wall has to be at least 40~mm . This corresponds to the projection of the handle when the door is open.

4.5 Disposing of packaging

WARNING

Danger of suffocation due to packing material and plastic film!
Do not allow children to play with packing material.

The packaging is made of recyclable materials:

• corrugated board/cardboard
• expanded polystyrene parts

polythene bags and sheets
polypropylene straps
- nailed wooden frame with polyethylene panel*
Take the packaging material to an official collecting point.

4.6 Connecting the appliance

NOTICE

Risk of damage to the electronic control system!

Do not use stand-alone inverters (conversion of d.c. to a.c./ three-phase) or energy saving plugs.

WARNING

Fire and overheating hazard!

Do not use extension cables or multiple socket outlets.

The type of current (alternating current) and voltage at the installation site have to conform with the data on the type plate (see Appliance at a glance).

Connect the appliance only with a properly installed socket outlet with earthing contact. The socket outlet must be fused with 10 A or higher.

It must be easily accessible so that the appliance can be quickly disconnected from the supply in an emergency.

Check the electrical connection.
Plug in the power plug.

4.7 Switching on the appliance

Press On/Off button Fig. 3 (1).
The appliance is switched on. The temperature display indicates the set temperature.

5 Control

5.1 Door alarm

If the door is open longer then 60 s, the audible alarm sounds.

The audible alarm is automatically silenced when the door is closed.

5.1.1 Muting the door alarm

The audible alarm can be muted when the door is open. The sound switch-off function is active as long as the door is left open.

Press alarm button Fig. 3 (5).
The door alarm is silenced.

5.2 Refrigerator compartment

The natural circulation of air in the refrigerator compartment results in zones differing in temperature. It is coldest directly above the plate separating off the BioFresh zone and at the rear wall. It is warmest at the top front of the compartment and in the door.

5.2.1 Food refrigeration

Note

The energy consumption increases and the cooling performance decreases if the ventilation is inadequate.

Always keep the air slits of the fan free.
- Place butter and preserves in the upper area and in the door (see Appliance at a glance).

Use recyclable plastic, metal, aluminium and glass containers and cling film for wrapping.
- Use the front area of the refrigerator compartment floor only for briefly putting down cooled products, e.g. when rearranging and sorting. However do not leave cooled products there otherwise they may be pushed back or tipped over when the door is closed.
Do not store food too close together to enable good air circulation.
To safeguard bottles from tipping over: move the bottle holder.

5.2.2 Setting the temperature

The temperature depends on the following factors:

• the door opening frequency
• the room temperature at the site where the appliance is installed
• the type, temperature and quantity of frozen food

Temperature setting to be recommended: 5^

The temperature can be changed continuously. Once the 3^ setting is reached, it starts again with 9^ .

To access temperature adjustment: press the setting button Fig. 3 (2) once.
The LED of the current temperature flashes in the temperature display.
Press the setting button Fig. 3 (2) the number of times needed until the required temperature shines in the LED display.

Note

Long pressing of the setting button sets a slightly colder value within a small temperature range (e.g.: between 5^ and 6^ ). The LED of the next lower temperature range then shines in the temperature display.

5.2.3 SuperCool

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

The SuperCool function uses slightly more energy.

Cooling with SuperCool

The cooling temperature drops to the coldest value. SuperCool is activated.
SuperCool is automatically deactivated after 6 to12 hours The appliance continues to operate in the energy-saving, normal mode.

To prematurely deactivate SuperCool

SuperCool is deactivated.

5.2.4 Relocating the shelves

The shelves have stops preventing them from being unintentionally pulled out.

Lift the shelf and draw it out forwards.

Insert shelf with the raised edge pointing upwards at the back.
The food does not freeze onto the rear wall.

5.2.5 Using the sectioned shelf

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

5.2.6 Moving the storage rack

Remove storage rack according to illustration.

5.2.7 Removing the bottle holder

Remove the bottle holder according to the illustration.

5.3 BioFresh compartment

The BioFresh compartment allows some types of fresh food to be stored up to three times longer than in conventional refrigerators, without compromising quality.

For food with an indicated best before date, the date specified on the packaging always applies.

5.3.1 HydroSafe

The HydroSafe at the moist setting is suited for storing unwrapped salad, vegetables and fruit with high inherent moisture. When the drawer is well filled, a dewy climate with up to 90% humidity is established. The humidity in the compartment depends on the moisture content of the food stored and on the opening frequency. You can set the humidity yourself.

5.3.2 DrySafe

The DrySafe is suitable for storing dry or wrapped food (e.g. dairy products, meat, fish, sausages). A relatively dry storage climate is established here.

5.3.3 Storing food

Note

Vegetables sensitive to cold, such as cucumbers, aubergines, semi-ripe tomatoes, zucchini and all tropical fruits sensitive to cold, do not belong in the BioFresh compartment.
To prevent food spoilage due to transfer of germs: Store unwrapped animal and vegetable products separate from one another in the drawers. This also applies to different sorts of meat. If food has to be stored together due to lack of space:

wrap the food.

5.3.4 Storage times

Standard values for storage time at low humidity
Butter	up to	90	days
Hard cheese	up to	110	days
Milk	up to	12	days
Sausage, cold meat	up to	9	days
Poultry	up to	6	days
Pork	up to	7	days
Beef	up to	7	days
Game	up to	7	days

Note

Please note that protein-rich food deteriorates faster, i.e. shellfish and crustaceans deteriorate faster than fish, fish faster than meat.

Standard values for storage time at high humidity
Vegetables, salad
Artichokes	up to	14	days
Celery	up to	28	days
Cauliflower	up to	21	days
Broccoli	up to	13	days
Chicory	up to	27	days
Lamb's lettuce	up to	19	days
Peas	up to	14	days
Kale	up to	14	days
Carrots	up to	80	days
Garlic	up to	160	days
Kohlrabi	up to	55	days
Lettuce	up to	13	days
Herbs	up to	13	days
Leek	up to	29	days
Mushrooms	up to	7	days
Radishes	up to	10	days
Brussels sprouts	up to	20	days
Asparagus	up to	18	days
Spinach	up to	13	days
Savoy cabbage	up to	20	days
Fruit
Apricots	up to	13	days
Apples	up to	80	days
Pears	up to	55	days
Blackberries	up to	3	days
Dates	up to	180	days
Strawberries	up to	7	days
Figs	up to	7	days
Blueberries	up to	9	days
Raspberries	up to	3	days
Currants	up to	7	days
Sweet cherries	up to	14	days
Kiwis	up to	80	days
Peaches	up to	13	days
Plums	up to	20	days
Cranberries	up to	60	days
Rhubarb	up to	13	days
Gooseberries	up to	13	days
Grapes	up to	29	days

5.3.5 Adjusting the temperature in the BioFresh compartment

The temperature is regulated automatically. At a temperature of 5^ in the refrigerator compartment, the temperature in the BioFresh compartment is between 0^ and 3^ .

You can adjust the temperature slightly colder or warmer. The temperature is adjustable from 1 (coldest temperature) to 9 (warmest temperature). The preset value is 5. At 1 to 4, the temperature can drop below 0^ and therefore the food may freeze a little.

The temperature can be changed continuously. Once the value 9 is reached, the selection starts from the beginning again. A combination of LEDs that corresponds to the value shines in the temperature display.

To activate the setting mode: Press the SuperCool button Fig. 3 (4) for at least 5 seconds.
The SuperCool button Fig. 3 (4) flashes. The LEDs of the set value shine in the temperature display.
Press the Setting button Fig. 3 (2) the number of times needed until the LEDs of the value wanted shine.
To confirm: Press the SuperCool button Fig. 3 (4).
The temperature is indicated again in the temperature display.
To deactivate the setting mode: Press the On/Off button Fig. 3(1).

-or-

Wait for 5 minutes.

5.3.6 Setting the humidity in the HydroSafe

Low humidity: move the regulator to the left.

High humidity: move the regulator to the right.

5.3.7 Drawers

Fig. 11

Pull out the drawer, lift it at the back and draw it forwards for removal.
Push the rails in again!

Fig. 12

Pull out the rails.
Attach the drawer to the rails and push it in until it engages audibly at the back.

5.3.8 Humidity control plate

Fig. 13

To remove the humidity control plate: Having removed the drawers, carefully draw the plate forwards and lower it for removal.
To insert the humidity control plate: Insert the cover mouldings of the plate into the rear holder Fig. 13 (1) from underneath and engage them in the holder Fig. 13 (2) at the front.

6 Maintenance

6.1 Cleaning the appliance

Before cleaning:

CAUTION

Risk of injury and damage as a result of hot steam! Hot steam may damage the surfaces and cause burns.

Do not use any steam cleaners!

NOTICE

Incorrect cleaning damages the appliance!

Do not use cleaning agents in concentrated form.
Do not use any scouring or abrasive sponges or steel wool.
Do not use any cleaning agents containing sand, chloride, chemicals or acid.
Do not use chemical solvents.
- Do not damage or remove the type plate on the inside of the appliance. It is important for the customer service.
Do not pull off, bend or damage cables or other components.
- Do not allow any cleaning water to enter the drain channel, ventilation grille or electrical parts.

Empty the appliance.
Pull out the plug.
- Use soft cleaning cloths and a multi-purpose cleaning agent with neutral pH value.

• Only use food compatible cleaning and care agents on the inside of the appliance.
  Regularly clean ventilation grilles.
  Dust deposits increase energy consumption.

Outside surfaces and interior:

Clean the plastic surfaces, outside and inside, by hand using lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid.

NOTICE*

The stainless steel doors are provided with a high-quality surface coating and must not be treated using the accompanying care product.

Otherwise the surface coating will be affected.

Wipe the coated door surfaces using a soft, clean cloth only. In case of stubborn dirt, use a little water or a neutral cleaning agent. A microfibre cloth can be optionally used.
- If the stainless steel side walls are dirty, clean them using a commercially available stainless steel cleaning agent. Then evenly apply the accompanying stainless steel care product, making strokes in the direction of the grain.
Wipe side walls with a paint finish using a soft, clean cloth only. In case of stubborn dirt, use a little water or a neutral cleaning agent. A microfibre cloth can be optionally used.

Do not apply stainless steel cleaning agent to glass or plastic surfaces to prevent them from being scratched. Darker areas at the beginning and quite an intensive colour of the stainless steel surface are normal.*

To clean the drain opening: remove any deposits with a fine instrument, e.g. a cotton bud.

Items of equipment:

Clean items of equipment by hand with lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid.
For cleaning, remove the support rails for the half-sized glass shelves.
To dismantle the shelves: remove the trims and side parts.
Take apart the door rack as illustrated.

After cleaning:

Wipe dry the appliance and items of equipment.
Connect the appliance and switch it on again.
Put the food back inside.

6.2 Changing the interior light with bulb

Bulldata

max. 25 W

Fitting: E14

Type of current and voltage must conform with the details on the type plate

Switch off the appliance.
Pull out the power plug or switch off the fuse.
Take holder of the cover Fig. 14 (1) at the front and unhook it at the back.
Change the bulb Fig.142
Put the cover Fig. 14 (1) back in place.

Fig. 14

6.3 Customer service

First check whether you can correct the fault yourself by reference to the list (see Malfunction). If this is not the case, please contact the customer service whose address is given in the enclosed customer service list.

WARNING

Risk of injury if repair work is not carried out professionally!
Have any repairs and action - not expressly specified - on the appliance and mains cable carried out by service personnel only. (see Maintenance)

Read the appliance designation

Fig. 15 (1), service No. Fig. 15 (2) and serial No. Fig. 15 (3) off the type plate located inside the appliance on the left-hand side.

Fig. 15

• Notify the customer service, specifying the fault, appliance designation Fig. 15 (1), service No. Fig. 15 (2) and serial No. Fig. 15 (3).
  This will help us to provide you with a faster and more accurate service.
• Keep the appliance closed until the customer service arrives.
  The food will stay cool longer.
  Pull out the mains plug (not by pulling the connecting cable) or switch off the fuse.

7 Malfunction

Your appliance is designed and manufactured for a long life span and reliable operation. If a malfunction nonetheless occurs during operation, check whether it is due to a handling error. In this case you will have to be charged for the costs incurred, even during the warranty period. You may be able to rectify the following faults yourself:

Appliance does not work.

→ The appliance is not switched on.
Switch on the appliance.
The power plug is not properly inserted in the wall socket.
Check power plug.
The fuse of the wall socket is not in order.
Check fuse.

The compressor runs for a long time.

The compressor switches to a low speed when little cold is needed. Although the running time is increased as a result, energy is saved.
This is normal in energy-saving models.

SuperCool is activated.
The compressor runs for longer in order to rapidly cool the food. This is normal.

The inverter regularly flashes every 15 seconds*.

→ The inverter is equipped with a diagnostic LED.
The flashing is normal.

Excessive noise.

Speed-controlled* compressors may produce varying running noise due to different speed steps.
The sound is normal.

A bubbling and gurgling noise.

This noise comes from the refrigerant flowing in the refrigeration circuit.
The sound is normal.

A quiet clicking noise.

The noise is produced whenever the refrigeration unit (motor) automatically switches on or off.
The sound is normal.

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

→ 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 sound is normal.
The ambient temperature is too high.
Solution: (see 1.2)

A low hum.

The sound is produced by air flow noise of the fan.
The sound is normal.

Vibratory noise.

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.
Move the appliance away a little and align it using the adjustable feet.
Move bottles and containers apart.

The temperature is not cold enough.

The door of the appliance is not properly closed.
Close the door of the appliance.
Insufficient ventilation.
Clear ventilation grilles.
→ The ambient temperature is too high.
Solution: (see 1.2).
→ The appliance was opened too frequently or for too long.
- Wait until the appliance reaches the required temperature itself. If not, contact the customer service. (see Maintenance).
The appliance is too close to a heat source.
Solution: (see Putting into operation).

The interior light is not on.

The appliance is not switched on.
Switch on the appliance.
The door was open longer than 15 min.
The interior light automatically switches off if the door has been open for about 15 min.
If the interior light is not on but the temperature display is lit, the bulb is faulty.
Change the bulb. (see Maintenance).

8 Decommissioning

8.1 Switching off the appliance

Press On/Off button Fig. 3 (1) for about 2 seconds.
The temperature display is dark.

8.2 Taking the appliance out of service

Empty the appliance.
Pull out the power plug.
Clean the appliance (see 6.1).

Leave the door open to prevent odour.

9 Disposing of the appliance

The appliance contains some reusable materials and should be disposed of properly - not simply with unsorted household refuse. Appliances which are no longer needed must be disposed of in a professional and appropriate way, in accordance with the current local regulations and laws.

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.

Disable the appliance.
Pull out the plug.
Cut through the connecting cable.

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