KG36N2ICF - Fridge SIEMENS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL KG36N2ICF SIEMENS

Removing shelf above the fruit and vegetable container......................172

Installing shelf above the fruit and vegetable container .......................173

These repair hints support consumer to repair appliances by himself according to the applicable eco-design regulation (as of 03/2021). They contain information how to exchange defined spare parts including warnings and risks. In case of questions, please contact our customer service. We will only be liable for damages if the repair hints have been followed properly.

1.2 Explanation of symbols

The warning levels consist of a symbol and a signal word. The signal word indicates the severity of the danger. Warning level Meaning Danger Non-observance of the warning message will result in death or serious injuries. Warning Non-observance of the warning message could result in death or serious injuries. Caution Non-observance of the warning message could result in minor injuries. Notice Non-observance of the warning message could result in damage to property. Table1: Danger levels

1.2.2 Hazard symbols

Hazard symbols are symbolic representations which give an indication of the kind of danger. The following hazard symbols are used in this document: Hazard symbol Meaning General warning message Danger from electrical voltage Risk of explosion Danger of cuts Danger of crushing Concerning this document 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page152of714Hazard symbol Meaning Danger from hot surfaces Danger from strong magnetic field Danger from non-ionizing radiation Table2: Hazard symbols

1.2.3 Structure of the warnings

Warnings in this document have a standardised appearance and a standardised struc- ture. Danger Type and source of danger! Possible consequences of ignoring the danger / warning. ▶ Measures and prohibitions for preventing the danger. The following example shows a warning that warns against electric shock due to live parts. The measure for avoiding the danger is mentioned. Danger Risk of electric shock due to live parts! Death by electrocution ▶ Disconnect appliances from electrical supply at least 60 seconds before starting repairs.

1.2.4 General symbols

The following general symbols are used in this document: Gen. symbol Meaning Identification of a special tip (text and/or graphic) Identification of a simple tip (only text) Identification of a link to a video tutorial Gen. symbol Meaning Identification of required tools Identification of required preconditions Identification of a condition (if ..., then ...) Identification of a result Start Identification of a key or button [00123456] Identification of a material number Status Identification of displayed text / window (in the appliance's display) Table3: General symbols Concerning this document 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page153of714Safety

2.1 General Safety instructions

2.1.1 All domestic appliances

Risk of electric shock due to live parts! ¡ Errors by repairs involving electrical components can lead to electrical shock! ¡ Disconnect the appliance from the mains for at least 60 seconds before starting work. ¡ After the repair have a safety test according VDE 0701 or country-specific regula- tions performed. Risk of injury from sharp edges! ¡ Wear protective gloves. Risk of crushing during repair, maintenance, troubleshooting and service due to heavy and moving components ¡ Wear protective shoes. ¡ Secure heavy components from falling down. ¡ Do not stick body parts into moving components. Risk to the appliance's safety / function! ¡ Only use original spare parts. Risk of damage to electrostatically sensitive components (ESDs)! ¡ Do not touch the modules, including connections and conductor paths. Safety 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page154of714Tools and aids Designation Details Images Torx Bit TX20 [00340865] 6,3mm (1/4") Special tool [00342180] Tools and aids 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page155of714Repair

4.1 Replacing door gasket

Prerequisite: Door is open.

4.1.1 Removing door gasket

1. Release door gasket from the groove on right and left corner.

2. Pull out door gasket from groove.

Door gasket is removed.

4.1.2 Installing door gasket

Thickness of new door gasket may deviate slightly from thickness of old door gasket. This will not affect closing behavior and long-term function. If your appliance has adjustable hinges or hinge attachments, you can optimize the closing behavior subsequently. Small side holes in door gasket are functional (required for ventilation). These are not production faults. Repair 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page156of7141. Check groove for gasket for damage.

If groove for gasket is it is damaged. - Contact customer service.

Slight deformation of door gasket is normal and does not affect its function. It is recommended to straighten door gasket before insert- ing it into appliance. Heat door gasket with a hair dryer or hot water and manually reshape it.

4. Push corners of gasket at the top and bottom to the groove.

Repair 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page157of7145. Press whole gasket step by step into the groove. Door gasket is installed. Repair 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page158of7144.2 Replacing door handle Required tools: Torx Bit TX20 6,3mm (1/4") [00340865] Slotted screwdriver Blade 10mm x 1.6mm x 200mm Prerequisite: Appliance is disconnected from power supply. Door is open.

1. Remove two screw caps (1).

2. Unscrew two screws (2).

3. Remove door handle (3).

Door handle is removed. Door handle for the second door can be removed in the same manner.

Install in reverse order. Repair 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page159of7144.3 Replacing door upper hinge Required tools: Torx Bit TX20 6,3mm (1/4") [00340865] Warning Heavy, bulky appliances! Back and muscle injuries ▶ Appliance door removal operation should only be carried out by trained specialists. ▶ To move the appliance, two people are required. ▶ Use only suitable tools and equipment. Caution Sharp edges! Cut injuries ▶ Wear protective gloves. Warning Slipping of tilted appliances! Bone fractures / crush injuries ▶ Secure appliances against slipping. Caution Risk of falling parts due to released screws! Injury because of falling parts. ▶ Secure component from falling down. Notice Risk of falling parts due to released screws! Damage to other parts of the appliance or at customers home e.g. bot- tom. ▶ Secure component from falling down. Prerequisite: Appliance is disconnected from power supply. Appliance interior fittings are removed.

4.3.1 Removing door upper hinge

1. Slide supporting part under base section.

2. 1. Remove upper hinge cover (1).

2. Unscrew two screws (2).

Install in reverse order. Repair 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page161of7144.4 Replacing door upper hinge (door with display) Required tools: Torx Bit TX20 6,3mm (1/4") [00340865] Warning Heavy, bulky appliances! Back and muscle injuries ▶ Appliance door removal operation should only be carried out by trained specialists. ▶ To move the appliance, two people are required. ▶ Use only suitable tools and equipment. Caution Sharp edges! Cut injuries ▶ Wear protective gloves. Warning Slipping of tilted appliances! Bone fractures / crush injuries ▶ Secure appliances against slipping. Caution Risk of falling parts due to released screws! Injury because of falling parts. ▶ Secure component from falling down. Notice Risk of falling parts due to released screws! Damage to other parts of the appliance or at customers home e.g. bot- tom. ▶ Secure component from falling down. Danger Risk of electric shock due to live parts! Danger to life through electric shock in case of improper repair ▶ Electric parts should be repaired by a qualified electricians. ▶ After the repair have a safety test according VDE 0701 or country- specific regulations performed. Danger Risk of electric shock due to live parts! Death by electrocution ▶ Disconnect appliances from electrical supply at least 60 seconds before starting repairs. Prerequisite: Appliance is disconnected from power supply. Appliance interior fittings are removed.

4.4.1 Removing door upper hinge

1. Slide supporting part under base section.

3. Unscrew ground connection screw (3).

4. Remove upper door.

Upper hinge is removed.

Install in reverse order. Repair 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page163of7144.5 Replacing door middle hinge Required tools: Torx Bit TX20 6,3mm (1/4") [00340865] Warning Heavy, bulky appliances! Back and muscle injuries ▶ Appliance door removal operation should only be carried out by trained specialists. ▶ To move the appliance, two people are required. ▶ Use only suitable tools and equipment. Caution Sharp edges! Cut injuries ▶ Wear protective gloves. Warning Slipping of tilted appliances! Bone fractures / crush injuries ▶ Secure appliances against slipping. Caution Risk of falling parts due to released screws! Injury because of falling parts. ▶ Secure component from falling down. Notice Risk of falling parts due to released screws! Damage to other parts of the appliance or at customers home e.g. bot- tom. ▶ Secure component from falling down. Prerequisite: Appliance is disconnected from power supply. Appliance interior fittings are removed. Door upper hinge is removed. Upper door is removed.

4.5.1 Removing door middle hinge

1. 1. Unscrew two screws (1).

Install in reverse order. Repair 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page165of7144.6 Replacing door lower hinge Required tools: Torx Bit TX20 6,3mm (1/4") [00340865] Warning Heavy, bulky appliances! Back and muscle injuries ▶ Appliance door removal operation should only be carried out by trained specialists. ▶ To move the appliance, two people are required. ▶ Use only suitable tools and equipment. Caution Sharp edges! Cut injuries ▶ Wear protective gloves. Warning Slipping of tilted appliances! Bone fractures / crush injuries ▶ Secure appliances against slipping. Caution Risk of falling parts due to released screws! Injury because of falling parts. ▶ Secure component from falling down. Notice Risk of falling parts due to released screws! Damage to other parts of the appliance or at customers home e.g. bot- tom. ▶ Secure component from falling down. Prerequisite: Appliance is disconnected from power supply. Appliance interior fittings are removed. Upper hinge is removed. Middle hinge is removed.

1. Unscrew two screws (1).

2. Remove lower hinge (2).

Door lower hinge is removed.

1. Lift the shelf at the rear (1).

Pull out bottle tray. Bottle tray is removed.

Lift door rack upwards. Door rack is removed.

1. Pull out the storage container as far as it will go.

2. 1. Lift the storage container at the front (1).

2. Remove container (2).

Storage container is removed.

4.11.1 Removing fruit and vegetable container

1. Pull out the fruit and vegetable container as far as it will go.

2. 1. Lift the fruit and vegetable container at the front (1).

2. Remove container (2).

Fruit and vegetable container is removed.

4.11.2 Installing fruit and vegetable container

Install in reverse order. Repair 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page171of7144.12 Replacing shelf above the fruit and vegetable container Prerequisite: Door is open. Fruit and vegetable container is removed.→Page 171

4.12.1 Removing shelf above the fruit and vegetable container

1. Push the sealing frame upwards and out.

Side hooks are released.

2. Lift up the sealing frame and slide it backwards.

Rear hooks are released.

3. Remove the sealing frame.

4. Lift up the shelf above the fruit and vegetable container and swivel it out to the

Frozen food container is removed.

Install in reverse order. Repair 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page174of7144.14 Replacing LED top lamp Required tools: Special tool [00342180] Your appliance features a maintenance-free LED light. These lights may be repaired by customer service or authorised techni- cians only! Danger Risk of electric shock due to live parts! Danger to life through electric shock in case of improper repair ▶ Electric parts should be repaired by a qualified electricians. ▶ After the repair have a safety test according VDE 0701 or country- specific regulations performed. Danger Risk of electric shock due to live parts! Death by electrocution ▶ Disconnect appliances from electrical supply at least 60 seconds before starting repairs. Caution Sharp edges! Cut injuries ▶ Wear protective gloves. Prerequisite: Appliance is disconnected from power supply. Door is open.

4.14.1 Removing LED top lamp

1. 1. Slide disassembly tool between LED top lamp and refrigerator compartment

innerliner to release lamp hooks (1).

2. Remove LED top lamp (2).

2. Disconnect LED top lamp electrical connection.

LED top lamp is removed.

Install in reverse order. Repair 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page175of7144.15 Replacing LED side lamp Required tools: Special tool [00342180] Your appliance features a maintenance-free LED light. These lights may be repaired by customer service or authorised techni- cians only! Danger Risk of electric shock due to live parts! Danger to life through electric shock in case of improper repair ▶ Electric parts should be repaired by a qualified electricians. ▶ After the repair have a safety test according VDE 0701 or country- specific regulations performed. Danger Risk of electric shock due to live parts! Death by electrocution ▶ Disconnect appliances from electrical supply at least 60 seconds before starting repairs. Caution Sharp edges! Cut injuries ▶ Wear protective gloves. Notice Risk of damage to electrostatically sensitive components (ESDs)! Components damage ▶ Before touching ESDs, use an electrostatic protection system (wristband with earth safe plug). ▶ Do not touch connections and conductor paths of the modules. ▶ Only transport ESDs in conductive materials or original packaging. ▶ Keep ESDs clear of electrostatically chargeable materials (i.e. plastic). Prerequisite: Appliance is disconnected from power supply. Door is open. RC interior fittings are removed.

4.15.1 Removing LED side lamp

1. 1. Slide disassembly tool between lamp diffusor and housing to release hook (1).

2. Move out lamp diffusor (2).

3. Release succeeding diffusor fixation hooks in the same manner.

Lamp diffusor is removed. Repair 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page176of7142. 1. Press fixation hook to release it (1).

2. Move LED module up approx. 1 cm to remove to disconnect it from electrical

LED side lamp is removed.

4.15.2 Installing LED side lamp

Due to lamp diffusor hooks are easy to break during removal process, spare part LED side lamp is the set that includes LED module and lamp diffusor.

1. 1. Slide disassembly tool between lamp diffusor and housing to release hook (1).

2. Move out lamp diffusor (2).

3. Release succeeding diffusor fixation hooks in the same manner.

Repair 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page177of7142. 1. Press fixation hook to release it (1).

2. Slide LED module up out the housing.

3. Scrap LED module housing that is used for spare part transportation security

3. Install LED module and lamp diffusor in reverse order to removal.

Repair 2022-09-02_8001237604 Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page178of7144.16 Replacing LED freezer lamp Required tools: Special tool [00342180] Your appliance features a maintenance-free LED light. These lights may be repaired by customer service or authorised techni- cians only! Danger Risk of electric shock due to live parts! Danger to life through electric shock in case of improper repair ▶ Electric parts should be repaired by a qualified electricians. ▶ After the repair have a safety test according VDE 0701 or country- specific regulations performed. Danger Risk of electric shock due to live parts! Death by electrocution ▶ Disconnect appliances from electrical supply at least 60 seconds before starting repairs. Caution Sharp edges! Cut injuries ▶ Wear protective gloves. Prerequisite: Appliance is disconnected from power supply. Door is open.

4.16.1 Removing LED freezer lamp

1. Slide disassembly tool between lamp and housing at the side of lamp to create

2. Slide disassembly tool on the other side of lamp fixation hook and rotate it for-

LED freezer lamp is disconnected. LED freezer lamp is removed.

4.16.2 Installing LED freezer lamp