WKS125.4 EB - Fridge Wolkenstein - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL WKS125.4 EB Wolkenstein

The figures in this instruction manual may differ in some details from the current design of your appliance. Nevertheless follow the instructions in such a case. Delivery without content. Any modifications, which do not influence the functions of the appliance. shall remain reserved by the manufacturer. Please dispose of the packing with respect to your current local and municipal regulations.24 The appliance you have purchased may be an enhanced version of the unit this manual was printed for. Nevertheless, the functions and operating conditions are identical. This manual is therefore still valid. Technical modifications as well as misprints shall remain reserved.

1. Safety instructions

Read the safety instructions carefully before you operate the appliance for the first time. All information included in those pages serve for the protection of the operator. If you ignore the safety instructions, you will endanger your health and life. DANGER! indicates a hazardous situation which, if ignored, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING! indicates a hazardous situation which, if ignored, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION! indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE! indicates possible damage to the appliance.

Store this manual in a safe place so you can use it whenever it is needed. Strictly observe the instructions to avoid damage to persons and property. Check the technical periphery of the appliance! Do all wires and connections to the appliance work properly? Or are they time-worn and do not match the technical requirements of the appliance? A check-up of existing and newly- made connections must be done by an authorized professional. All connections and energy-leading components (incl. wires inside a wall) must be checked by a qualified professional. All modifications to the electrical mains to enable the installation of the appliance must be performed by a qualified professional. The appliance is intended for private use only. The appliance is intended for cooling of food in a private household only. The appliance is intended for indoor-use only. The appliance is not intended to be operated for commercial purposes, during camping and in public transport. Operate the appliance in accordance with its intended use only. Do not allow anybody who is not familiar with this instruction manual to operate the appliance. This appliance may be operated by children aged from 8 years and above as well as by persons with reduced physical, sensory and mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed concerning the safe use of the appliance and do comprehend the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user-25 maintenance must not be carried out by children unless they are supervised.

1. Do not connect the appliance to the mains if the appliance itself or the power

cord or the plug are visibly damaged.

2. Never try to repair the appliance yourself. If the appliance does not operate

properly, please contact the shop you purchased the appliance at. Original spare parts should be used only.

3. When the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or

an authorized aftersales service or a qualified professional only. WARNING!

1. This appliance is equipped with the environmental-friendly refrigerant R600a.

The refrigerant R600a is inflammable. The components of the cooling circuit must neither be damaged during transport nor use.

2. If any part of the cooling circuit is damaged, the appliance must not stand

near a fire, naked light or spark-generating devices. Contact the shop you purchased the appliance at immediately .

3. If gas is set free in your home:

a) Open all windows. b) Do not unplug the appliance and do not use the control panel or thermostat. c) Do not touch the appliance until all the gas has gone. d) Otherwise sparks can be generated which will ignite the gas.

4. Keep all components of the appliance away from fire and other sources of

ignition when you dispose of or decommission the appliance.

5. EXPLOSION HAZARD! Do not store any explosive materials or sprays,

which contain flammable propellants, in your appliance. Explosive mixtures can explode there.

6. While unpacking, the packaging materials (polythene bags, polystyrene pieces,

etc.) should be kept away from children. CHOKING HAZARD.

7. Do not connect the appliance to the electric supply unless all packaging and

transit protectors have been removed.

8. Operate the appliance with 220~240V/50Hz/AC only. All connections and

energy-leading components must be replaced by an authorized professional.

9. Do not use a socket board or a multi socket when connecting the appliance to

10. A dedicated and properly grounded socket meeting the data of the plug is

required to minimize any kind of hazard. The appliance must be grounded properly.

11. Check that the power cord is not placed under the appliance or damaged when

moving the appliance.26

12. The technical data of your energy supplier must meet the data on the model

plate of the appliance.

13. Your domestic circuit must be equipped with an automatic circuit breaker.

14. Do not modify the appliance.

15. Turn off the power before you install the appliance and before you connect it to

the mains. RISK OF FATAL ELECTRIC SHOCK!

16. Disconnect the appliance from the mains before you clean or maintain it.

17. Do not use any electric appliances inside the food storage compartments of

your appliance unless they are recommended by the manufacturer of your refrigerator.

18. Do not put any heat-radiating appliances onto your appliance.

19. Do not install the appliance in a place where it may come in contact with

water/rain; otherwise the insulation of the electrical system will be damaged.

20. Do not put a water-boiler or vases onto your appliance. The electrical

components of your appliance can be seriously damaged by water over-boiling or spilled water.

21. Do not use any steam cleaners to clean or defrost the appliance. The steam can

get into contact with the electrical parts and cause an electrical short. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!

22. Never use mechanic devices, knives or other sharp-edged items to remove

encrusted ice inside the appliance. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK caused by damaging the interior of the appliance.

23. Children must never play with the appliance.

24. If you decommission your appliance (even temporarily), ensure that

children cannot get into the appliance. Strictly observe the corresponding safety instructions numbers. 1 and 4, chapter DECOMMISSIONING, ultimate

1. Do not put any gassy beverages into the appliance, because their containers

2. The condenser and the compressor, located at the rear of the appliance, can

reach high temperatures during ordinary operation. Carry out the installation according to this manual. An insufficient ventilation of the appliance will impair its operation and will damage the appliance. Do not cover or block the ventilation slats at any time

3. Do not touch the extremely cooled surfaces with wet or damp hands, because

your skin may stick on these surfaces. NOTICE

1. When you move the appliance, hold it at its base and lift it carefully. Keep the

appliance in an upright position.27

2. Do not tilt the appliance more than 45

3. If the appliance is transported in a horizontal position, some oil may flow from

the compressor into the refrigerant circuit.

4. Leave the appliance in an upright position for 4-6 hours before you switch it on

to ensure, that the oil has flowed back into the compressor.

5. Never use the door for moving the appliance as you will damage the hinges.

6. The appliance must be transported and installed by at least two persons.

7. When you unpack the appliance, you should take note of the position of every

part of the interior accessories in case you have to repack and transport it at a later point of time.

8. Do not operate the appliance unless all components are installed properly.

9. Do not stand or lean on the base, the drawers, the doors etc of the appliance.

10. Do not put hot liquids or hot foodstuff into the appliance.

11. The air vents of the appliance or its built-in structure (if the appliance is

suitable for being built-in) must be completely open, unblocked and free of any kind of dirt.

Look at chap. TECHNICAL DATA for information about the climatic class of your appliance. Your appliance can be operated in rooms with relevant room temperatures as named below. CLIMATIC CLASS AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

inner home temperature

inner home temperature

1. Unpack the appliance carefully. Dispose of the packaging as described in

chapter waste management.

2. The accessories of your appliance can be protected from damage due to

transportation (adhesive tapes etc.). Remove such tapes very carefully. Remove remains of such tapes with a damp cloth using lukewarm water and a mild detergent (see also chapter CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE). Never remove any components of the back of the appliance!

3. Install the appliance in a suitable position with an adequate distance from

sources of heat and cold.

4. Check that the appliance and the power cord are not damaged.

5. Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated place.

6. Protect the appliance from direct sunlight.

7. The doors must open completely and without hindrance.

8. Install the appliance on a level, dry and solid floor. Check the correct installation

with a bubble level.

9. Connect the appliance to the mains properly.

10. The nameplate is situated inside the appliance or at the back.

➢ Depending on delivery, there are 2 different ways of installation.. Carry out the installation relevant to your mounting-accessories (either A or B). ➢ The dimensions of the appliance are registered in chap. TECHNICAL DATA. WARNING! Switch off and unplug the appliance before installation. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! CAUTION! The installation must be carried out by at least two persons; otherwise you may hurt yourself or damage the appliance. Do not tilt the appliance more than 45

1. Push the appliance carefully into the cabinet. Check that the appliance stands

safely and properly adjusted in the cabinet.

2. Fix the appliance with the 4 woodscrews on the fixing-points described below.

Fixing points to fix the appliance with the assembled components A+B and the supplied woodscrews in the cabinet.

3. Level the distance between cabinet and appliance with the supplied plastic

Plastic profile seal

Lateral view (cross section).

To fix the sliding fridge hinge, proceed as follows:

1. Fix the 2 small hinges with the supplied screws considering the hinge position

2. Fix the long hinge on the inside of the cabinet-door. Take the correct

measurements by placing the hinges on each other.

3. When adjusting afterwards check that the front side of the long hinge has

approx. 2 cm distance to the outer side of the cabinet-door. Now fix the hinge with the supplied screws. 2 cm distance

The black bar represents 2 cm distance.

The installation of the long hinge as well as the linkage of the long and short hinge should be carried out with the doors opened.31

1: Hinge-part on fridge door. 2: Hinge-part on cabinet door.

3.3 Changing of the hinge position

WARNING! Switch off and unplug the appliance before changing the hinge position. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! CAUTION! The change of the hinge position must be carried out by at least two persons; otherwise you may hurt yourself or damage the appliance. Do not tilt the appliance more than 45

1. Unscrew the 2 screws (1+2) and remove the entire top hinge.

2. Lift the door upwards until you have removed it from the bottom hinge. Store

the door in a safe place so you will not damage it.

3. Unscrew the screws (3+4) of the bottom hinge and remove it.

4. Fix the former top hinge on the bottom with the 2 screws. Carry out the steps

described above in reverse order.

5. Check that the door is well-adjusted and closes properly before you finally

tighten the screws. NOTICE! Adjust the door properly. The seal must close properly.34

Set the thermostat to position 3 (daily-use-temperature) as soon as you have switched on the appliance. After 5 hours the appliance has reached its normal operating temperature and is ready for operation.

If you desire a higher (warmer) temperature, set the thermostat from position 3 to position 2 or lower.

If the ambient temperatures are high ( e.g. hot summer-days), set the thermostat to position 4 or higher to decrease the temperature inside the appliance.

If you have set a lower (colder) setting, some ice may occur on the back of the appliance. In such a case set the thermostat to a higher (warmer) position.

The setting 0/OFF switches off the compressor only. You must unplug the appliance to disconnect it from the mains.35

1. The appliance can only reach the relevant temperatures when:

a. the a ambient temperature meets the climatic class. b. the doors close properly. c. you do not open the doors too often or too long. d. the door seals are in proper condition. e. the appliance is properly positioned. f. you have not overfilled the appliance. g. you do not store warm or hot food in the appliance.

2. High ambient temperatures and simultaneously operating at the coldest setting

may make the compressor operate permanently to keep the temperature constant inside the appliance.

3. Defrost the appliance periodically as encrusted ice will decrease the power and

increase the energy consumption of the appliance.

4.3 Helpful hints/energy saving

❖ Cooked food can be stored in the appliance. Let it cool down to room temperature before you put it into your appliance. ❖ Store your food in colourless, airtight and tasteless materials. ❖ Some food like meat, fish etc. may become dry and release strong odours. You can avoid these by wrapping them into aluminium foil or plastic wrap or putting them into an airtight bag or container. ❖ Allow ample storage place for your food. Do not overfill your appliance. ❖ Wrap your food in plastic wrap or suitable paper and place each kind of food in a particular location in your appliance. This will prevent any contamination, a loss of water and a mingling of odours. ❖ Let warm or hot food cool down to room temperature before you put it into your appliance. Otherwise the energy consumption will increase and encrusted ice will be generated. ❖ If you buy frozen food, the packaging must not be damaged and the product must be properly stored (sales container -18

C or lower). ❖ Put the frozen food you want to defrost into the cooling-compartment of you appliance. ❖ How to defrost frozen food depends on your kitchen-equipment and the purpose, you want to use the frozen food for. ✓ room temperature36 ✓ in the cooling-compartment of your appliance ✓ in an electrical oven

❖ Try opening the door as little as possible, especially when the weather is warm and humid. If you open the door, close it as fast as possible. ❖ Permanently check , that the appliance is well-ventilated. The appliance has to be well-ventilated from all sides.

5. Cleaning and maintenance

1. WARNING! Disconnect the appliance from the mains before you

clean or maintain it.

2. Always keep the appliance clean so that unpleasant odours do not occur.

3. Dust deposits on the condenser will increase the energy consumption. Clean the

condenser twice a year with a vacuum cleaner or a soft brush.

4. Take off all rings and bracelets before cleaning or maintaining the appliance;

otherwise you will damage the surface of the appliance. Detergent

1. You can use commercial available washing-up liquids.

2. Do not use any abrasive cleansers, perfumed, bleaching or alcohol-containing

cleaning products, wax polishes, solvents. Do not use any organic detergents!

Do not use essential oils! External cleaning ➢ Clean the exterior of the appliance with lukewarm water. Dry thoroughly. Internal cleaning ➢ Clean the interior of the appliance with lukewarm water and a soft cloth. Dry thoroughly. Door seals ➢ Clean with warm water. Dry thoroughly. Water drain ➢ Check the opening of the water drain on the back of the cooling compartment regularly. Clean the opening with a small wooden rod. Do not use any sharp- edged items; otherwise you will damage the appliance.

Manual defrosting (Freezing compartment)

Regard the corresponding functions of your microwave.

Detergents such as vinegar, citric acid etc.37

WARNING! Never use any mechanical items, knives or other sharp- edged objects to remove the encrusted ice. RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK!

1. Remove the content from the freezing-compartment and put it into a cooling

2. Switch off the appliance by turning the thermostat to position 0/AUS/OFF and

disconnect it from the mains.

3. When the encrusted ice melts put some dry cloths into the freezer-compartment

to hold the water back.

4. Remove the big pieces of ice first. Afterwards remove the small pieces of ice.

5. Wipe and dry the appliance and door seals with dry and soft cloths.

6. After cleaning leave the door open for some time to ventilate the appliance.

Automatic defrosting (Cooling compartment)

1. The cooling compartment is defrosted automatically. The water runs into a

container near the compressor.

2. If the automatic defrosting does not meet the requirements, e.g. on days with

high ambient temperatures and humidity, defrost the appliance manually as described above.

5.2 Replacing of the illuminant

1. WARNING! Switch off and unplug

the appliance before replacing the illuminant.

2. Remove the cover.

3. Take out the illuminant.

4. Replace it by a new one (1,5W).

5. Reinstall the cover.

MALFUNCTION POSSIBLE CAUSE MEASURE The appliance does not work at all. ➢ The plug of the appliance is not connected to the socket. ➢ The plug has become loose. ➢ Check the corresponding socket by connecting it with another appliance. ➢ Check the fuse box.38 ➢ The socket is not supplied with energy. ➢ The fuse is switched off. ➢ The voltage is too low. ➢ Compare the data on the model plate with the data of your energy supplier. The compressor does not work at all. ➢ Incorrect energy supply. ➢ Check the energy supply. The compressor operates for too long. ➢ The appliance has been switched off for a while. ➢ Too much or too hot food in the appliance. ➢ Doors opened too often or too long. ➢ The appliance needs some time to reach the preset temperature. ➢ Remove any hot food. ➢ Do not open the door too often/too long. Unsatisfactory cooling capacity. ➢ The door was frequently opened. ➢ The door is not properly closed. ➢ Encrusted ice inside the appliance. ➢ The current temperature setting is too warm ➢ Warm or hot food inside the appliance. ➢ The appliance is overfilled. ➢ The door seals are damaged. ➢ Select a different setting if necessary. ➢ Check the door/door seals. ➢ Defrost the appliance. Strong formation of encrusted ice. ➢ The door is not properly closed. ➢ The door seal is damaged or soiled. ➢ Close the door. ➢ Clean/replace the door seal. The door makes a strange sound when opened. ➢ The door seals are soiled. ➢ Clean the seals. Compressor does not start immediately after having changed the setting. ➢ Normal operating condition.. ➢ The compressor will start after a while. Unusual noise. ➢ Appliance is not levelled properly. ➢ Readjust the adjustable foot..

If the appliance shows a malfunction not noted on the schedule above or if you have checked all items on the above schedule but the problem still exists, please contact the aftersales service.

The operating procedures described below are normal and do not indicate a malfunction.

➢ The refrigerant generates a sound similar to flowing water. ➢ Sometimes you may hear a sound which is generated by the injection process of the cooling circuit. ➢ The sides of the appliance may get warm while the appliance is running.39

Distinct noise When you run the appliance for the first time or the temperature falls below a certain level the appliance will operate with high power to reach the preset temperature. Condensed water in/on the appliance may be generated inside or outside the appliance by high humidity or very warm ambient temperatures. Clicking You will hear the compressor click if it is activated or deactivated. Hum is caused by the compressor while running. Knocking/snapping may be generated by sequential expansion and shrinkage of the components of the cooling system. It is caused by variation of temperature before and after the compressor is activated or deactivated.

Decommissioning, temporarily

➢ If the appliance is not used for a longer period of time:

1. Draw the plug out of the socket.

2. Remove all food stored in the appliance.

3. Dry the inside of the appliance with a cloth and leave the door open for a

few days. ➢ While away on an average vacation/holiday (14-21 days):

1. Do the same as described above, or

2. let the appliance operate.

a. remove all perishable food from the cooling compartment. b. clean the cooling compartment. c. freeze all food which is suitable to be frozen. ➢ If you want to move the appliance:

1. Secure all removable parts and the contents of the appliance. Pack them

separately if necessary.

2. Transport the appliance in an upright position only. All other positions can

cause damage to the compressor.

3. Do not damage the feet of the appliance.

Decommissioning, ultimate

1. Draw the plug out of the socket.

2. Cut off the power cord at the appliance.40

3. Completely remove every door of the appliance.

4. Leave the shelves in their position so that children are not able to get into the

5. Follow the advice for the disposal of the appliance in chap. WASTE

Model Built-in fridge Climatic class

Energy efficiency class* A++ Annual energy consumption in kW/h**

Refrigerant R600a Changeable hinge position yes Sliding hinges yes Defrosting cooling compartment/freezer automatically/manual Freezer flaps

Glass shelves/door trays/bottle pocket 1/2/1 Crisper

On a scale from A+++ (highest efficiency) to D (lowest efficiency).

Based on standard measurement results within 24 hours. The current energy consumption depends on the way the appliance is used as well as on its site.41

1. Dispose of the appliance relevant to the current legislation in view of explosive

gases. The cooling systems and insulation of refrigerators and freezers contain refrigerants and gases which have to be deposed of properly. Do not damage the cooling fins and tubes. If refrigerants escape there is FIRE HAZARD!

2. While unpacking, the packaging materials (polythene bags, polystyrene pieces,

etc.) should be kept away from children. CHOKING HAZARD!

3. Old and unused appliances must be send for disposal to the responsible

recycling centre. Never expose to open flames.

4. Before you dispose of an old appliance, render it inoperative. Unplug the

appliance and cut off the entire power cord. Dispose of the power cord and the plug immediately. Remove the door completely so children are not able to get into the appliance as this endangers their lives!

5. Dispose of any paper and cardboard into the corresponding containers.

6. Dispose of any plastics into the corresponding containers.

7. If suitable containers are not available at your residential area, dispose of these

materials at a suitable municipal collection point for waste-recycling.

8. Receive more detailed information from your retailer or your municipal

1. The refrigerant circuit of the appliance contains the refrigerant R600a, a natural

gas of high environmental compatibility.

2. WARNING! Do not damage any components of the refrigerant

circuit while transporting the appliance. FIRE HAZARD!

Materials marked with this symbol are recyclable. Please contact your local authorities to receive further information. The refrigerant R600a is flammable!42

10. Guarantee conditions

for large electric appliances; PKM GmbH & Co. KG, Neuer Wall 2, 47441 Moers. This appliance includes a 24-month guarantee for the consumer given by the manufacturer, dated from the day of purchase, referring to its flawless material- components and its faultless fabrication. The consumer is accredited with both the dues of the guarantee given by the manufacturer and the vendor's guarantees. These are not restricted to the manufacturer's guarantee. Any guarantee claim has to be made immediately after the detection and within 24 months after the delivery to the first ultimate vendee. The guarantee claim has to be verified by the vendee by submitting a proof of purchase including the date of purchase and/or the date of delivery. The guarantee does not establish any entitlement to withdraw from the purchase contract or for a price reduction. Replaced components or exchanged appliances demise to us as our property. The guarantee claim does not cover:

1. fragile components as plastic, glass or bulbs;

2. minor modifications of the Wolkenstein-products concerning their authorized

condition if they do not influence the utility value of the product;

3. damage caused by handling errors or false operation;

4. damage caused by aggressive environmental conditions, chemicals, detergents;

5. damage caused by non-professional installation and haulage;

6. damage caused by non common household use;

7. damages which have been caused outside the appliance by a Wolkenstein-

product unless a liability is forced by legal regulations. The validity of the guarantee will be terminated if:

1. the prescriptions of the installation and operation of the appliance are not

2. the appliance is repaired by a non-professional.

3. the appliance is damaged by the vendor, the installer or a third party.

4. the installation or the start-up is performed inappropriately.

5. the maintenance is inadequately or incorrectly performed.

6. the appliance is not used for its intended purpose.

7. the appliance is damaged by force majeur or natural disasters, including, but

with not being limited to fires or explosions. The guarantee claims neither extend the guarantee period nor initiate a new guarantee period. The geographical scope of the guarantee is limited with respect to appliances, which are purchased and used in Germany, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands.

Aftersales service information on the leaflet inside this instruction manual.