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USER MANUAL KD8178AF Atag

Operating instructions

Refrigerator with Climate-Freshbox for integrated use, door-on-door

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Line drawing of an open refrigerator with multiple shelves and doors (no text or symbols)

KD8122AF

KD8140AF

KD8122BF

KD8178AF

700003815000

ATAG

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Diagram of a refrigerator interior with numbered compartments and food items, including refrigerators, washing machines, and beverages.

Fig. 1

Diagram showing a hand holding a tray with three labeled parts (1, 2, 3) and directional arrows indicating movement or force.

Diagram showing mechanical assembly with arrows indicating motion, no text or symbols present

Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with labeled components (no text or symbols present)

Diagram of a refrigerator interior with numbered compartments and food items, including refrigerators, washing dishes, and beverages.

Fig. 1

Diagram showing a hand holding test tubes with numbered arrows indicating measurement or alignment points.

Diagram of a mechanical device with an arrow indicating rotational motion (no text or symbols)

Illustration of hands operating a mechanical device with a moving component (no text or symbols visible)

Diagram illustrating a mechanical or electrical component with labeled parts and directional arrows, including an exclamation mark.

Fig. 4

Diagram showing two mechanical assembly steps: one with a rod and arrow, the other with a grid box and directional arrows (no text or symbols)

Fig. 5

Technical diagram showing a mechanical assembly with labeled parts ① and ②, likely illustrating a component or assembly.

Fig. 6

1 Appliance at a glance.... 20

1.1 Description of appliance and equipment.... 20
1.2 Range of appliance use.... 20
1.3 Conformity....21
1.4 Saving energy....21

2 General safety information.... 21

3 Controls and displays.... 21

3.1 Operating and control elements.... 21
3.2 Temperature display.... 21

4 Putting into operation.... 22

4.1 Transporting the appliance....22
4.2 Installing the appliance.... 22
4.3 Disposing of packaging.... 22
4.4 Connecting the appliance....22
4.5 Switching on the appliance.... 22

5 Control.... 23

5.1 Brightness of the temperature display.... 23
5.2 Child proofing.... 23
5.3 Door alarm....23
5.4 Refrigerator compartment....23
5.5 Climate Freshbox compartment....24
5.6 Freezer compartment....25

6 Maintenance.... 26

6.1 Defrosting....26
6.2 Cleaning the appliance.... 26
6.3 Customer service 26

7 Malfunction.... 27

8 Decommissioning.... 27

8.1 Switching off the appliance.... 27
8.2 Taking the appliance out of service.... 28

9 Disposing of the appliance.... 28

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.

Diagram of a refrigerator interior with numbered compartments and food items, including refrigerators, washing dishes, and beverages.

Fig. 1

(1) Operating and control elements
(2) Butter and cheese compartment
(3) Freezer compartment*
(4) Fan (12) DrySafe
(5) Jar rack
(6) Storage rack for tall bottles
(7) Bottle holder
(8) Sectioned shelf

(9) Relocatable shelf
(10) LED interior light
(11) Type plate
(13) HydroSafe
(14) Drain opening
(15) Height-adjustable feet, front

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. When installed, this appliance complies with the relevant safety provisions and EC directives 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC.

1.4 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.
• Defrost frozen food in the refrigerator.*
• If there is a thick layer of frost in the appliance: defrost 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. Venti-late 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.
• 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

+ - 7 5 °C ON OFF FAST-COOL ALARM ③ ② ① ④ ⑤ ⑥

Fig. 2

(1) Temperature display
(2) “-” setting button
(3) “+” setting button
(4) On/Off button

(5) Fast Cool button
(6) Alarm button
(7) Child lock symbol

3.2 Temperature display

The following are displayed in normal operation:

Putting into operation

- the average cooling temperature

The following displays indicate malfunction. Possible causes and corrective action (see Malfunction).

- F0 to F5

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.

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 1 m^-2 per 8 g 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.

Fit the appliance in stable kitchen units only.

The following ventilation gaps must be observed:

☐ The depth of the ventilation channel at the rear of the unit must be at least 38 mm.
☐ There must be a ventilation space of at least 200 cm ^2 in the plinth and at the top of the unit.
□ Basically the principle applies: the larger the ventilation space, the more energy-saving the appliance is in operation.

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!

▶ 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!

After installation:

▶ Remove the protective film from the decorative trims.
▶ Remove all transit supports.

▶ Unscrew the red transport lock. Close the vacated retaining hole using the stopper (60).

Torx 15 60

▶ Dispose of packaging material (see 4.3).

Note

▶ Clean the appliance (see 6.2).

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 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.

4.4 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. It must be outside the area of the rear of the appliance.

▶ Check the electrical connection.

▶ Plug in the power plug.

4.5 Switching on the appliance

Put the appliance into operation about 2 hours before first loading food to be frozen.*

▶ Press On/Off button Fig. 2 (4).
The temperature display indicates the current temperature.
The interior light is on when the door is open.

5 Control

5.1 Brightness of the temperature display

You can adjust the brightness of the temperature display to the light conditions of the room in which the appliance is installed.

5.1.1 Adjusting the brightness

The brightness can be adjusted between h1 (minimum luminance) and h5 (maximum luminance).

▶ To activate the setting mode: Press the Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5) for about 5 seconds.
The Fast Cool button flashes. The display indicates c.
▶ Using the “+” setting button Fig. 2 (3) and “-” setting button, select Fig. 2 (2) h.

▶ To confirm: Briefly press the Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5).

▶ To make the display brighter: Press “+” button Fig. 2 (3).

▶ To make the display darker: Press “-” button Fig. 2 (2).

▶ To confirm: Press Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5).

The brightness is adjusted to the new value.

▶ To deactivate the setting mode: Press the On/Off button Fig. 2 (4).

-or-

▶ Wait for 5 minutes.

The temperature is indicated again in the temperature display.

5.2 Child proofing

The child-proofing function enables you to make sure that the appliance is not inadvertently switched off by playing children.

5.2.1 Setting the child lock

▶ To activate the setting mode: Press the Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5) for about 5 seconds.
The Fast Cool button flashes. The display indicates c.
▶ Briefly press the Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5) for confirmation.
▶ Switch ON: Using the "+" setting button Fig. 2 (3) or "-" setting button, select Fig. 2 (2) c1.
▶ Switch OFF: Using the “+” setting button Fig. 2 (3) or “-” setting button, select Fig. 2 (2) c0.
▶ To confirm: Press the Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5).
The child lock is switched on when the child lock symbol Fig. 2 (7) shines.
▶ To deactivate the setting mode: Press the On/Off button Fig. 2 (4).

-or-

▶ Wait for 5 minutes.

The temperature is indicated again in the temperature display.

5.3 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.

5.3.1 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. 2 (6).

▷ The door alarm is silenced.

5.4 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 ClimatFreshbox zone and at the rear wall. It is warmest at the top front of the compartment and in the door.

5.4.1 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.

▶ Store perishable food such as ready-to-serve dishes, meat products and sausages in the coldest zone. Place butter and preserves in the upper area and in the door (see Appliance at a glance).*
▶ 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.

5.4.2 Setting the temperature

The temperature can be set from 9 °C to 4 °C, the recommended temperature is 5 °C.

An average temperature of about -18^ is reached in the freezer compartment.*

Note

If the temperature is to be colder than 4 °C:

▶ set the cooling temperature to 4 °C.

▶ Set the ClimatFreshbox temperature to a value between b4 (slightly colder) and b1 (coldest).

For a higher temperature setting: press "+" button Fig. 2 (3).

For a lower temperature setting: press "-" button Fig. 2 (2).

The first time the button is pressed, the value set so far is indicated in the temperature display.

▶ To change the temperature in 1 °C steps: briefly press the button.

▶ To change the temperature continuously: hold down the button.

The value is displayed flashing during the setting operation.

The actual temperature is displayed about 5 s after the last press of a button. The temperature slowly adjusts to the new value.

5.4.3 Fast Cool

Use Fast Cool to activate the highest cooling performance to reach lower cooling temperatures. Fast Cool is used for rapidly cooling large amounts of food.

Fast Cool has a slightly higher energy consumption

To cool using Fast Cool

▶ Briefly press the Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5).
The Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5) shines.
The cooling temperature drops to the coldest value. Fast Cool is switched on.
Fast Cool switches off automatically after approx. 6 hours. The appliance continues to operate in the energy-saving, normal mode.

To switch off Fast Cool ahead of time

▶ Briefly press the Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5).
▷ The Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5) goes out.
▷ Fast Cool is switched off.

5.4.4 Relocating the shelves

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

▶ Lift the shelf and draw it out forwards.
▶ Insert the short glass shelf at the top in front of the fan.

Diagram showing a hand holding a tray with three labeled parts (1, 2, 3) and directional arrows indicating movement or force.

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

5.4.5 Using the sectioned shelf

L R ① ② Fig. 3

▶ Attach the support rails, paying attention to the right (R) and left (L) part!
The glass shelf with stop face (2) has to be at the back.

5.4.6 Moving the storage rack

▶ Remove storage rack according to illustration.

Always remove the butter and cheese compartment together with the lid.

▶ To remove lid: Press one side part of the butter and cheese compartment outwards until the lid pin is clear and then remove the lid sideways.

5.4.7 Removing the bottle holder

▶ Remove the bottle holder according to the illustration.

5.5 Climate Freshbox compartment

The Climate Freshbox compartment allows various types of fresh food to be kept as much as three times longer than in a conventional refrigerator, while maintaining the quality.

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

5.5.1 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.

5.5.2 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.

5.5.3 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 Climate-Freshbox 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.

5.5.4 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

5.5.5 Setting the temperature

The temperature is regulated automatically. At a temperature of 5 °C in the refrigerator compartment, the temperature in the Climat-Freshbox-compartment is between 0 °C and 3 °C.

You can adjust the temperature slightly colder or warmer. The temperature can be adjusted from b1 (coldest temperature) to b9 (warmest temperature). b5 is the default. In case of the b1 to b4 values, the temperature may drop below 0 °C and food may freeze slightly as a result.

▶ To activate the setting mode: Press the Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5) for about 5 seconds.
The Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5) flashes. The temperature display indicates: c
▶ Press the “+” setting button Fig. 2 (3) the number of times needed until b flashes in the display.
▶ To confirm: Briefly press the Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5).
▶ To set a warmer temperature: press "+" button Fig. 2 (3).
▶ To set a colder temperature: press "-" button Fig. 2 (2).
▶ To confirm: Press Fast Cool button Fig. 2 (5)
The temperature slowly adjusts to the new value.

▶ To deactivate the setting mode: Press the On/Off button Fig. 2 (4).

-or-

▶ Wait for 5 minutes.
The temperature is indicated again in the temperature display.

5.5.6 Setting the humidity in the HydroSafe

▶ low humidity: move the regulator to the left.
▶ high humidity: move the regulator to the right.

5.5.7 Drawers

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

Diagram showing two mechanical assembly steps: one with a rod and arrow, the other with a curved component and directional arrows (no text or symbols)

Fig. 5

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

5.5.8 Humidity control plate

Technical diagram showing a mechanical assembly with labeled parts ① and ②, likely illustrating a component or assembly.

Fig. 6

▶ 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. 6 (1) from underneath and engage them in the holder Fig. 6 (2) at the front.

5.6 Freezer compartment\*

You can store frozen food for several months, make ice cubes and freeze fresh food in the freezer compartment at a temperature of -18 °C and lower.

The air temperature in the compartment, measured by thermometer or other instruments, may fluctuate.

5.6.1 Freezing food\*

2 kg fresh food/24 h is the maximum weight which can be frozen.

CAUTION

Risk of injury due to broken glass!

Bottles and cans containing drinks may burst when being frozen. This applies particularly to sparkling drinks.

▶ Do not freeze bottles and cans containing drinks!

▶ 4 h before freezing food, set the temperature to 5 °C or colder.

In order that the food is rapidly frozen through to the core, do not exceed the following quantities per pack:

- Fruit, vegetables up to 1 kg

- Meat up to 2.5 kg

Pack the food in portions in freezer bags, reusable plastic, metal or aluminium containers.

▶ Set the temperature back again 24 h after placing the food inside.

5.6.3 Thawing food\*

- in the refrigerator compartment

- at room temperature

- in a microwave oven

- in a conventional or fan oven

▶ Food once thawed should be re-frozen only in exceptional cases.

6 Maintenance

6.1 Defrosting

6.1.1 Defrosting refrigerator compartment

The refrigerator compartment is defrosted automatically. The water evaporates. Drops of water on the rear wall are functionally conditioned and perfectly normal.

▶ Clean the drain hole at regular intervals to allow the defrost water to drain (see 6.2).

6.1.2 Defrosting freezer compartment\*

A layer of frost and ice forms in the freezer compartment after the appliance has been in use for a lengthy period of time. This is quite normal. The layer of frost and ice forms more quickly if the door is opened frequently or if the food is warm when placed inside. However, a thick layer of ice will increase the appliance's energy consumption. You should therefore defrost the appliance regularly.

CAUTION

Risk of injury and damage as a result of hot steam!

▶ Do not use electric heaters or steam cleaners, naked flames or defrosting sprays for defrosting.

▶ Do not remove ice using sharp instruments.

▶ Switch on Fast-Freeze one day before defrosting.

The frozen goods are provided with a "cold reserve".

▶ Switch off the appliance.

▷ The temperature display goes out.

▷ If the temperature display does not go out, the child-proofing function (see 5.2) is active.

▶ Pull out the plug.

▶ Wrap the frozen food in newspaper or blankets and store in a cool place.

▶ Place a pan with hot, not boiling water on the floor of the compartment.

▷ Defrosting is speeded up.

▶ Leave the compartment and appliance door open during defrosting.

▶ Remove detached pieces of ice.

▶ Pay attention that the defrost water does not run into the kitchen unit.

▶ If necessary, pick up defrost water several times, using a sponge or cloth.

▶ Clean the compartment (see 6.2).

6.2 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.

Interior:

Cleaning inner and outer plastic surfaces:

▶ Clean surfaces by hand with lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid.

▶ 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.

After cleaning:

▶ Wipe dry the appliance and items of equipment.

▶ Connect the appliance and switch it on again.

▶ Put the food back inside.

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. 7 (1), service No. Fig. 7 (2) and serial No. Fig. 7 (3) off the type plate located inside the appliance on the left-hand side.

Index Service-Nr./No. Service Klausen (China) Closse (China) Agr.No. AGR-Type AP Type / AP Type Durchschnitt: Groupe Capacité Volume (bit) / Capacité/Struktur Sachanvorsagen: Freeding Capacité Prozess de Charge / Capacite Comptation R Kg / 24 h Nustriaten Gren 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 R 9500a: 88 g R 950b: 88 g R 950c: 88 g Serial-Nr.

Fig. 7

▶ Notify the customer service, specifying the fault, appliance designation Fig. 7(1), service No. Fig. 7(2) and serial No. Fig. 7(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.
→ Fast-Cool 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 Fast-Cool 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 refrigeration increases automatically when 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 bottles and containers apart.

The temperature display indicates: F0 to F5.

→ There is a fault.
▶ Contact the customer service (see Maintenance).

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 temperature is incorrectly set.
▶ Set to a colder temperature and check after 24 h.
→ The appliance is too close to a heat source.
▶ Solution: (see Putting into operation).
→ The appliance was not inserted properly into the recess.
▶ Check whether the appliance was inserted correctly and the door closes properly.

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.
→ The LED lighting is defective or the cover is damaged:

WARNING

Risk of injury due to electric shock!

Live parts are located under the cover.

▶ Have the LED interior light changed or repaired only by the customer service or by specialized personnel trained for the purpose.

WARNING

Danger of injury due to laser radiation, class 1M.
▶ Do not look inside when the cover is open.

8 Decommissioning

8.1 Switching off the appliance

▶ Press On/Off button Fig. 2 (4) for about 2 s.
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 6.2).

▶ 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.

Sommaire

Diagram of a refrigerator interior with numbered compartments and food items, including refrigerators, washing dishes, and beverages.

Fig. 1

Diagram showing a hand holding test tubes with numbered arrows indicating measurement or operation steps

Technical diagram illustrating a mechanical assembly process with labeled components and directional arrows

Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly with arrows indicating motion, no text or symbols present

▶ Sortir les rails.

Technical diagram showing a mechanical assembly with labeled parts ① and ②, likely illustrating a component or assembly.

Fig. 6