HEKS 8854GA1 - Fridge Hanseatic - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HEKS 8854GA1 Hanseatic

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User manual

Built-in refrigerator with freezer compartment

Table of contents

Delivery GB-3

Package contents GB-3

Check the delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB-3

Appliance parts / control elements .... GB-4

Safety GB-5

Intended use. GB-5

Explanation of terms GB-5

Explanation of symbols . . . . . . . . GB-5

Safety notices GB-5

Operation GB-10

Requirements for safe use . . . . . . GB-10

Switching the appliance on and off GB-10

Setting the temperature . . . . . . . GB-11

Shelves and door shelves . . . . . . GB-11

Chilling food GB-12

Filling the fridge compartment . . . . GB-12

Maintaining quality . . . . . . . . . . . GB-12

Freezing foods / storing frozen foods GB-13

Freezing food GB-13

Storing frozen food . . . . . . . . . . . . GB-14

Defrosting food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB-15

Preparing ice cubes . . . . . . . . . . GB-15

Care and maintenance . . . . . . . . GB-16

Checking and cleaning door seals . GB-16

Clean exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB-16

Defrosting the fridge compartment GB-16

Cleaning the fridge compartment . . GB-17

Defrosting and cleaning

the freezer compartment . . . . . . . GB-17

Replacing the light inside . . . . . . . GB-18

Start-up GB-19

Preparing for start-up . . . . . . . . . GB-19

Moving and unpacking . . . . . . . . GB-19

Choosing a suitable location ..... GB-19

Changing the door hinges . . . . . . GB-20

The installation recess and

ventilation GB-22

Installation GB-23

Cleaning before use . . . . . . . . . . . GB-25

Connecting the appliance to

electricity GB-25

Troubleshooting table . . . . . . . . . . GB-26

Service GB-28

Advice, order and complaint ..... GB-28

Repairs and spare parts . . . . . . . GB-28

Environmental protection . . . . . . . GB-29

Disposing of old electrical devices in an environmentally-friendly manner.... GB-29

Our contribution to the protection of the ozone layer . . . . . . . . . . . . GB-29

Product data sheet for electric household refrigerators and freezers as well as corresponding combination appliances according to Regulation (EU)

No. 1060/2010 and Regulation (EU)

No. 643/2009 GB-30

Technical specifications . . . . . . . . GB-30

You can find more information on setting up the appliance and starting it up for the first time

from page GB-19.

Please read through the safety instructions and user manual carefully before using the appli-

ance. This is the only way you can use all the functions reliably and reliably. Be absolutely sure to also observe the national regulations in your country, which are also valid in addition to the regulations specified in this user manual.

Keep all safety notices and instructions for future reference. Pass all safety notices and instructions on to the subsequent user of the product.

Delivery

Diagram of an open refrigerator with labeled parts and exploded view, showing internal components and part numbers.

Package contents

Built-in refrigerator with

1× Freezer compartment
1× Glass shelf, adjustable
1× Glass shelf, fixed (as a cover for the fruit/vegetable drawers)
2× Fruit/vegetable drawers
2× Door shelves
1× Bottle rack

Installation materials

2× Elbows (a)
2× Door couplers (b)
2× Cover strips, long (c)
2× Cover strips, short (d)
12× Screws
(screwed into the front of the door) (e)
1× Joint profile (f)

Check the delivery

1. Move the appliance to a suitable place and unpack it (see „Start-up“ on page GB-19).
2. Remove all parts of the packaging, plastic profiles, tape and foam padding.
3. Check that the delivery is complete.
4. Check whether the appliance was damaged during transit.
5. If the delivery is incomplete or the appliance has been damaged during transport, please contact our Service Centre (see page GB-28).

WARNING!

Risk of electric shock!

Never use a damaged appliance.

Appliance parts / control elements

(1) Freezer compartment
(2) Interior light
(3) Temperature controller
(4) Door shelf

(5) Door compartment
(6) Bottle rack
(7) Fruit/vegetable drawers
(8) Glass shelf, fixed
(9) Glass shelf, adjustable

Safety

Intended use

This appliance is suitable for chilling fresh food, storing commercially frozen food, freezing fresh, room-temperature foods and making ice.

The appliance is intended solely for use in private households. It is not designed for commercial use.

Use the appliance exclusively as described in this user manual. Any other use is deemed improper and may result in damage to property or even personal injury. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage caused by improper use.

Explanation of terms

The following symbols can be found in this user manual.

WARNING

This symbol indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

This symbol indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE

This symbol warns against possible damage to property.

This symbol refers to useful addi-l information.

Explanation of symbols

Caution: Fire hazard!

Freezer compartment at -18 °C or

Safety notices

In this chapter you will find general safety notices which you must always observe for your own protection and that of third parties. Please also observe the warning notices in the individual chapters on operation, installation etc.

WARNING

Risks in handling household electrical appliances

Risk of electric shock!

Touching live parts may result in severe injury or death.

■ Only use the appliance indoors. Do not use in wet rooms or in the rain.
■ Do not operate or continue to operate the appliance, if

– it shows visible signs of damage, e.g. the power cord is defective,
– it starts smoking or there is a smell of burning,
- it makes unfamiliar noises.

In such cases, pull out the mains plug or unscrew/isolate the fuse and contact our service department (see page GB-28).

■ The appliance corresponds to protection class I and may only be connected to a plug with a protective conductor that has been properly installed. When connecting, make sure that it has the right voltage. You can find

more detailed information about this on the nameplate.

■ Do not connect to a timer or a separate remote-controlled system for distance monitoring and control.
■ The appliance must only be completely disconnected from the power supply by pulling out the mains plug. The appliance must therefore be connected to an easily accessible socket so that it can be quickly disconnected from the power supply in the event of breakdown.
- If the mains plug is no longer accessible after installation, an all-pole disconnecting device complying with overvoltage category III must be connected to the house wiring with a contact gap of at least 3 mm; this includes fuses, circuit breakers and contactors.
- Do not kink or pinch the mains cord or lay it over sharp edges. This can result in a break in the cable.
- Keep the appliance, the mains plug and the mains cord away from open flames and hot surfaces.
■ Always touch the mains plug, not the mains cord.
■ Never touch the mains plug with wet hands.
■ Never immerse the mains cord or plug in water or any other liquids.
■ If the mains cord of the appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, through customer service or by a qualified specialist.
- Inspections and repairs to the appliance may only be carried out by authorised specialists (see „Service“ on page GB-28).

• Independent or improper repairs made to the appliance may cause damage to property and personal injury; any liability and warranty claims will be forfeited. Never attempt to repair the faulty – or supposedly faulty – appliance yourself.
  ■ Only parts corresponding to the original appliance specifications may be used for repairs. This appliance contains electrical and mechanical parts which are essential for protection against potential sources of danger.
• In the event of a fault, as well as before extensive cleaning, pull out the mains plug or isolate/unscrew the fuse.
• Do not put any objects in or through the housing openings, and also make sure that children cannot insert any objects in them.
• Check the appliance regularly for damage.

Risks to children

Risk of suffocation!

Children can become entangled in the packaging fi lm or swallow small parts and suffocate.

■ Do not allow children to play with the packaging fi lm.
■ Prevent children from pulling small parts off the device or taking them out of the accessory bag and putting them in their mouths.

Risks when dealing with chemical substances

Danger of explosion!

Improper handling of chemical substances can lead to explosions.

• Do not store explosive substances or spray cans with flammable propellants inside the appliance, as they may cause ignitable gas-air mixtures to explode.
  ■ Never use defrosting sprays to defrost. They can generate explosive gases.

CAUTION

Risks for certain groups of people

Dangers for children and people with limited physical, sensory or mental capacity!

■ This appliance can be used by children aged eight years and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities, or who lack experience and/or knowledge, if they are supervised or have been instructed in the safe use and understand the dangers associated with its use.
■ Children must not be allowed to play with the appliance.
■ Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children unless they are supervised.
■ Make sure children do not have unsupervised access to the appliance.

Risks when dealing with fridge and freezer appliances

Fire hazard!

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to fire and property damage.

■ Only connect the appliance to a properly installed and earthed electric socket.
- Do not connect to a multi-socket extension cable or a multi-socket plug.
- In order to guarantee sufficient air circulation, do not close the ventilation openings in the appliance housing.
- Observe the minimum measurements of the built-in cabinet (see „The installation recess and ventilation“ on page GB-22).

Dangers from the refrigerant!

Your appliance's refrigeration circuit contains the environmentally friendly, but fl ammable refrigerant R600a (isobutane).

■ Mechanical intervention in the refrigeration system must only be carried out by authorised specialists.
- Do not damage the refrigeration circuit, for example, by piercing the refrigerant channels of the condensate evaporator with sharp objects, bending the piping, cutting open the insulation, etc.
■ Refrigerant is flammable when spurting out and can damage the eyes. In this case, rinse your eyes in clean water and seek medical assistance immediately.
■ To prevent the formation of a flammable gas-air mixture in the event of a leakage in the refrigeration circuit,

the installation space must have a minimum size of 1 m^3 per 8 g of refrigerant in compliance with the EN 378 standard. The amount of refrigerant contained in your appliance can be found in the corresponding data sheet at the end of the user manual.

Risk of injury!

Improper handling of the appliance may result in injury.

■ The appliance is heavy and bulky. Ask another person to help with moving and installation.
- Check that entry route and installation location are free of obstacles (e.g. closed doors or objects lying on the floor).
■ Bases, drawers, doors, etc. must not be used as steps or for support purposes.
■ Do not place heavy objects on the appliance, as they could fall down and cause injuries.
■ Take care to prevent the risk of tripping when laying the mains cord.

Health hazard!

Incorrect handling, insufficient cooling or overlapping items can spoil the stored food. This could lead to a risk of food poisoning when consumed!

■ In particular, pack raw meat and fish carefully to ensure that adjacent food cannot be contaminated by salmonella or similar bacteria.
■ Abide by the storage times recommended by food manufacturers.
■ Note that the shelf life of the frozen food may be shortened due to a rise in the temperature inside the appli-

ance (from defrosting, cleaning or power failure).

• In case of prolonged power failure or appliance malfunction, remove stored frozen food from the appliance and store it in a sufficiently cool place or in another refrigerating appliance (maximum storage time in case of malfunction: 13 hours).
  ■ After a malfunction, check whether the stored food is still edible. Consume thawed and defrosted foods immediately, do not refreeze.
  ■ Use only drinking water to make ice cubes.

The appliance may not operate properly if exposed to low ambient temperatures for extended periods of time. This can then lead to an increase in temperature inside the appliance.

■ Always adhere to the prescribed ambient temperature (see “climate classes” in the accompanying data sheet at the end of this user manual).

Risk of injury from frozen goods!

Improper handling of the appliance may result in injury. There is a risk of burns caused by low temperatures.

■ The food and the inside walls of the freezer compartment have a very low temperature. Never touch them with wet hands. This can cause injury to the skin. Skin damage can occur even with dry skin.
- Let ice cubes or ice lollies thaw a little before eating, do not put into your mouth straight from the freezer area.

NOTICE

Risk of damage

If the cooling unit has been transported horizontally, lubricant from the compressor may get into the cooling circuit.

■ Only transport the cooling unit vertically if possible.
- Allow the cooling unit to stand upright for 2 hours before start-up. The lubricant will flow back into the compressor during this time.

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to property damage.

- Do not use the door to pull or lift the appliance.

- The appliance must only be placed on a level and firm surface. The surface must be strong enough to support the appliance's weight when fully laden.

■ Do not use sharp or pointed objects to unpack it.

■ When unpacking the appliance, never damage the insulation material on the back of the appliance.

- Do not use any electrical parts inside the appliance that do not conform to the manufacturer's recommended design.

■ Do not use any mechanical devices or means other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

■ The interior light must only be used to illuminate the interior of the appliance. It is not suitable for lighting a room.

- Do not store glass or metal containers containing water, lemonade, beer etc. Water expands when frozen and can burst the container.

■ Defrost the appliance in a timely manner, before it forms a layer of ice and frost of more than 4 mm. Excessive ice formation increases power consumption and the freezer compartment door may no longer close tightly.

- Do not use any means other than those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up defrosting. For example, do not use any electric heating equipment, knives or devices with an open flame such as a candle. The thermal insulation and the interior are scratch and heat-sensitive and can melt.

■ When cleaning, please note:

– Never use harsh, granular, soda, acid, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners. These attack the plastic surfaces. All-purpose cleaners with a neutral pH are recommended.

- Door seals and plastic parts are sensitive to oil and grease. Remove contaminants as quickly as possible.

- Only use soft cloths.

- Wait 5 minutes after switching off. Only then switch the appliance on again.

■ Only use original accessories.

Operation

Requirements for safe use

• You have read chapter „Safety“ from page GB-31 and understood all the safety notices.
• The appliance is installed and connected as described in chapter „Start-up“ from page GB-19.

Switching the appliance on and off

NOTICE

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to property damage.

■ The interior light must only be used to illuminate the interior of the appliance. It is not suitable for lighting a room.

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The temperature controller (3) can be used to switch the appliance on and off. The temperature controller is on the right wall in the fridge compartment and is infinitely adjustable.

Switching on

1. Set the temperature controller (3) to a setting of between "1" and "7". The appliance is then switched on. The compressor starts to work, the refrigerant flows through the pipes and a quiet humming sound can be heard.
   The interior light will switch on as soon as the door is opened and will switch off if the door is closed.
2. If the appliance makes worrying noises check the solid base and remove any objects that are on top of the appliance.

Switching off

1. Set the temperature controller (3) to "0". The compressor is switched off. The appliance doesn't refrigerate.
2. To switch the appliance off completely, pull out the mains plug.
3. Empty the appliance and clean it (see "Care and maintenance" on page GB-16).
4. Leave the door open slightly to avoid mould formation.

Setting the temperature

WARNING

Health hazard!

The appliance may not operate properly if exposed to low ambient temperatures for extended periods of time. This can then lead to an increase in temperature in the fridge and freezer compartment.

■ Always adhere to the prescribed ambient temperature (see “climate classes” in the accompanying data sheet at the end of this user manual).

Using the temperature controller (3), you can set the temperature in the fridge and freezer compartments.

• First select a medium setting.
• If, for example in summer, the ambient temperature increases, select a lower setting accordingly.

In order to

– increase the refrigeration output in the fridge and freezer compartments, turn the temperature controller towards “7”.
– decrease the refrigeration output in the fridge and freezer compartments, turn the temperature controller towards "1".

You ideally need two refrigerator/freezer thermometers to be able to control the refrigeration output.

Place one

• above the vegetable drawers (7) in the fridge compartment; the correct temperature here is +6 °C.
• in the freezer compartment; the ideal storage temperature is -18^ .

Shelves and door shelves

The glass shelf (9), door shelves (4) and the bottle rack (6) can be taken out and rearranged if necessary.

1. Lift up and remove the shelf/door compartment.
2. Insert the shelf/door compartment from above into the new position.

Chilling food

WARNING

Danger of explosion! Improper handling of the appliance can lead to explosions.

- Do not store explosive substances or spray cans with flammable propellants inside the appliance, as they may cause ignitable gas-air mixtures to explode.

Filling the fridge compartment

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- Fill the fridge compartment in such a way that the temperature conditions inside are used to their full potential:

• Place spreadable butter and cheese on the door shelf (4) in the upper fridge compartment. This is where the temperature is warmest.
• Store preserves, jars and eggs in the door compartment (5).
• Place drinks cartons and bottles on the bottle rack (6). Position full containers closer to the hinge in order to reduce the strain on the door.
• Place cooked and baked foods on the glass shelf (9).

- Place fresh meat, game, poultry, bacon, sausage and raw fish on the glass shelf (8) above the fruit/vegetable drawers (7). This is where the temperature is lowest.

- Place fresh fruit and vegetables in the fruit/vegetable drawers (7).

• Only store strong alcohol standing upright and closed tightly.
• Allow hot food to cool before placing it in the fridge compartment.
• The temperatures in the appliance and thus the energy consumption can increase

- if the doors are opened frequently or for a prolonged period.

- if the temperature falls below or exceeds the prescribed interior temperature.

- Energy consumption is also dependent on the selected location (for more detailed information, see page GB-19).

Maintaining quality

• To maintain the flavour and freshness of food in the fridge compartment, only place packaged food in the fridge compartment. Use special plastic containers for food or customary films.
• Place the food
• in the fridge in a way that allows the air to circulate freely.
• somewhere that is not directly against the rear wall. Otherwise it may freeze onto the rear wall.

Freezing foods / storing frozen foods

WARNING

Danger of explosion! Improper handling of the appliance may lead to an explosion.

- Do not store explosive substances or spray cans with flammable propellants inside the appliance, as they may cause ignitable gas-air mixtures to explode.

CAUTION

Health hazard!

Incorrect handling, insufficient cooling or overlapping items can spoil the stored food. This could lead to a risk of food poisoning when consumed!

• In particular, pack raw meat and fish carefully to ensure that adjacent food cannot be contaminated by salmonella or similar bacteria.
  ■ Abide by the storage times recommended by food manufacturers.
  ■ Note that the shelf life of the frozen food may be shortened due to a rise in the temperature inside the appliance (from defrosting, cleaning or power failure).
  ■ In case of prolonged power failure or appliance malfunction, remove stored frozen food from the appliance and store it in a sufficiently cool place or in another refrigerating appliance (maximum storage time in case of malfunction: 13 hours).
  ■ After a malfunction, check whether the stored food is still edible. Consume thawed and defrosted foods immediately, do not refreeze.

Risk of injury!

Improper handling of the appliance may result in injury. Risk of burns caused by low temperatures.

■ The food and the inside walls of the freezer compartment have a very low temperature. Never touch them with wet hands. This can cause injury to the skin. Skin damage can occur even with dry skin.
- Let ice cubes or ice lollies thaw a little before eating, do not put into your mouth straight from the freezer area.

Freezing food

Freezing means reducing the core temperature of fresh, room-temperature food to frozen as quickly as possible – for best results “flash-frozen”. If not cooled quickly enough, the food will be “killed by frost”, i.e. the structure will be destroyed. A constant storage temperature of -18^ C is needed to maintain the food’s consistency, taste and nutritional value.

Preparing the food

• Only freeze high quality food.
• Freeze fresh and prepared food dry and unseasoned. Unsalted foods are more durable.
• Allow prepared food to cool before freezing. This not only saves power, but also prevents excessive frost formation in the freezer area.
• Carbonated drinks are not suitable for freezing because the carbon dioxide escapes during freezing.

Suitable packaging

Packaging is important when freezing. This will protect against oxidation, penetration by microbes, transfer of odours and flavourings and drying out (freezer burn).

• Only use packaging material that is strong, impermeable to air and liquid, not too stiff and labelled. It should be designated as suitable for freezer use.
• Use plastic clips, rubber bands or adhesive tapes to seal.

Portions

• Use flat portions as much as possible; these freeze through to the core faster.
• Expel the air from the freezer bag as this causes the contents to dry out and takes up space.
• Fill liquid containers no more 34 full, because liquids expand when frozen.
• Do not store glass or metal containers containing liquids such as water, lemonade, beer, etc. Water expands when frozen and may burst the container. Only high percentage alcohol (from 40% volume) should be frozen; make sure that it is tightly sealed.
• Label the frozen food by type, quantity, amount and expiry date. Use waterproof marker pens or adhesive labels wherever possible.

How to pack the freezer properly

• Once the freezer temperature is -18^ C, you can freeze fresh, room-temperature foods.
• Insert a maximum of 2 kg within 24 hours.
• Keep fresh goods out of contact with existing frozen foods as they could start to thaw. If contact with stored food can not be avoided, we recommend that you create a cold reserve in the freezer before freezing the fresh goods.
• The temperature in the freezer briefly rises after placing fresh goods inside. After 24 hours, the goods are frozen to the core.

Storing frozen food

The deep-freeze chain must not be broken between the manufacturer and your freezer. The temperature of the frozen food must always be at least -18^ C.

Therefore, do not buy any goods that

– are in frosty, over-icy chests.
– are stacked above the stipulated high-load marker.
– partially clumped (particularly easy to identify with berries and vegetables).
– have snow and juice traces.

Transport frozen foods in special styrofoam boxes or insulated bags.

Observe the storage conditions and times on the packaging.

Defrosting food

Observe the following basic rules when defrosting food:

• To defrost food, remove it from the freezer and let it defrost at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
  – Always defrost meat, poultry and fish in the refrigerator. Make sure that the frozen food is not immersed in its own thawing liquid.
• To defrost food quickly, use the defrost function on your microwave, for example. Observe the manufacturer's instructions and note that bacteria and germs can form in this way.
• If you only want to defrost part of a pack, remove the portion you need and immediately close the rest of the pack. In this way, you will avoid "freezer burn" and will reduce ice formation on the remaining foods.

Cook or use thawed foods as soon as possible. Dispose of the defrosting liq-

uid.

Preparing ice cubes

CAUTION

Health hazard!

Eating ice cubes which have been prepared using impure or standing water can be harmful to health! Incorrect handling can lead to risks of causing food poisoning.

■ Use only fresh drinking water to make ice cubes.

- Fill an ice cube container 34 full with fresh drinking water and place it horizontally in the freezer compartment.

The ice cubes are best removed by bending the ice cube container slightly

or holding it under running water for a short while.

Care and maintenance

WARNING

Risk of electric shock!

Touching live parts may result in severe injury or death.

■ Before cleaning, unplug the mains plug from the socket or isolate/un-screw the fuse.
- When pulling out the mains plug, always take hold of the mains plug itself and never the mains cord.

CAUTION

Dangers for children and people with limited physical, sensory or mental capacity!

■ Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children unless they are supervised.

NOTICE

The surfaces and appliance parts can be damaged through improper handling.

■ Never use harsh, granular, soda, acid, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners. These attack the plastic surfaces. All-purpose cleaners with a neutral pH are recommended.
■ Door seals and plastic parts are sensitive to oil and grease. Remove contaminants as quickly as possible.
■ Only use soft cloths.

Checking and cleaning door seals

The door seals must be checked regularly so that no air can enter the appliance.

1. To test them, clamp a thin piece of paper in various places. The paper should be difficult to pull through at all points.
2. If the seal is not uniform everywhere: Carefully warm the seal in the affected places with a hair dryer and pull it out slightly with your fingers.
3. Only clean dirty seals with clean water.

Clean exterior

- Coated surfaces

Only use light pH-neutral soapy water.

Defrosting the fridge compartment

This is not necessary, as the fridge compartment of your appliance has an auto-defrost feature. Frost and ice are automatically defrosted and the thaw water is collected in a thaw water container on the reverse side of the appliance. The thaw water evaporates as a result of the heat generated by the motor.

Cleaning the fridge compartment

1. Set the temperature controller (3) to "0".
2. Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
3. Remove the chilled goods and place them in a cool room.
4. Remove the vegetable drawers (7), the glass shelves (8) (9), the door shelves (4) (5) and the bottle rack (6). Clean all of the parts in lukewarm soapy water. Then dry everything thoroughly.
5. Wipe down the inside with warm water and washing-up liquid.

Add a few drops of vinegar to the water when wiping for a second time to prevent the formation of mould.

Wipe the interior dry and leave the door open a while to air.

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1. Clean the opening of the thaw water drain (10) using a cleaning rod.
2. Only clean the door seals with clean water; they are sensitive to oil and fat.
3. Re-insert the drawers, shelves and the door compartment.
4. Place the food back in the fridge.
5. Plug the mains plug back in and turn the temperature controller (3) to the desired setting.

Defrosting and cleaning the freezer compartment

WARNING

Danger of explosion!

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to defl agration or explosion!

■ Never use defrosting sprays. They can generate explosive gases.

NOTICE

■ Defrost the appliance in a timely manner, before it forms a layer of ice and frost of more than 4 mm. Excessive ice formation increases power consumption and the freezer compartment door may no longer close tightly.
- Do not use any means other than those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up defrosting. For example, do not use any electric heating equipment, knives or devices with an open flame such as a candle. The thermal insulation and the interior are scratch and heat-sensitive and can melt.

If possible, defrost the appliance in winter when the outside temperature is low. You can then store the food on the balcony (or similar) while defrosting.

Alternatively, you can wrap up the frozen food in a thick layer of newspaper and store it in a cool room or insulated bag.

Preparation:

- At least 3 hours before cleaning, turn the temperature controller (3) to "7". This way, the frozen food retains a level of coldness and does not thaw so fast.

Defrosting:

1. Set the temperature controller (3) to "0".
2. Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
3. Take the food out of the fridge and take the frozen food out of the freezer compartment.
4. Ensure that your food is kept cool enough.
5. To accelerate defrosting, place a bowl of hot, but not boiling, water in the freezer compartment. This will accelerate the defrosting process.
6. Leave the door open while defrosting and place a floor cloth in front of the appliance to catch thaw water which may come out.

The defrosting time depends on the thickness of the ice layer. Experience shows that it is possible to start cleaning after approx. 1 hour.

1. Wipe down the inside with warm water and washing-up liquid.
   Add a few drops of vinegar to the water when wiping for a second time to prevent the formation of mould.
2. Only clean the door seals with clean water; they are sensitive to oil and fat.
3. Rub everything dry completely, including the door seals, and allow to air briefly.
4. Return the food to the fridge or freezer compartment.
5. Plug the mains plug back into the socket and turn the temperature controller to level "7".
6. As soon as a temperature of -18 ^ has been reached, turn the temperature controller back to the usual position.

Replacing the light inside

WARNING

Risk of electric shock!

Touching live parts may result in severe injury or death.

■ Unplug the mains cable before changing the light bulb.

Only use light bulbs with an output of max. 10 W, 230 volts and an E14 base (ILCOS: IBB/C-28-220/240-E14-35).

1. Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

Line drawing of a device with an arrow indicating a process step, showing parts like a bottle, screwdriver, and casing (no text or symbols present)

1. Loosen the cover screw with a cross-headed screwdriver and remove the cover.
2. Unscrew the bulb from the holder and replace with a new one of the same type.
3. Screw the cover back on.
4. Insert the mains plug back into the socket.

Start-up

Preparing for start-up

You have read chapter „Safety“ from page GB-19 and understand all the safety notices.

Moving and unpacking

WARNING

Risk of suffocation!

Children can become entangled in the packaging fi lm or swallow small parts and suffocate.

■ Do not allow children to play with the packaging fi lm.
■ Prevent children from pulling small parts off the device or taking them out of the accessory bag and putting them in their mouths.

CAUTION

Risk of injury!

Improper handling of the appliance may result in injury.

■ The appliance is heavy and bulky. Ask another person to help with moving and installation.
■ Bases, drawers, doors, etc. must not be used as steps or for support purposes.

! NOTICE

Risk of damage!

Improper handling of the appliance may result in damage.

■ If possible, do not tilt the cooling appliance horizontally.
■ Do not use sharp or pointed objects to unpack it.

1. Move the appliance using a dolly or with the help of a second person.

2. Unpack the appliance and carefully remove all packaging, plastic moulding, adhesive strips, protective film and foam padding from the inside, outside and back of the appliance.

Choosing a suitable location

CAUTION

Dangers from the refrigerant!

• Do not damage the refrigeration circuit, e.g. by piercing the refrigerant channels of the evaporator with sharp objects, by bending pipes, etc.
  ■ Leaking refrigerant is flammable, and can lead to eye damage. If this happens, rinse eyes with clear water and call a doctor immediately.

! NOTICE

Risk of damage!

The appliance may not operate properly if exposed to low ambient temperatures for extended periods of time. This can then lead to an increase in temperature inside the appliance.

■ Always adhere to the prescribed ambient temperature (see “climate classes” in the accompanying data sheet at the end of this user manual).

• To prevent the formation of a flammable gas-air mixture in the event of a leakage in the refrigeration circuit, the installation space must have a minimum size of 5m^3 .
• The appliance must only be placed on a level and firm surface. The surface must be strong enough to support the appliance's weight when fully laden.
• Suitable locations are dry, well-ventilated areas that are cool if possible.
• Unsuitable locations are ones with direct sunlight or which are directly next to an oven, hob or radiator.

Changing the door hinges

You can change the side which the door opens on. This must be changed before the refrigerator is installed.

As changing the door hinges requires some manual skills, please read through the steps of the procedure beforehand.

To change the door hinges, you will need the following tools (not included in package contents):

• Socket wrench, 8 mm
• Cross-headed screwdriver
  – Medium-sized screwdriver

Changing the hinges on the refrigerator door

1. Make sure that the mains plug is not connected.

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1. Unscrew the upper and lower hinges while the door is closed. Use the socket wrench to do this.
2. Remove the refrigerator door and set it aside.

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1. Unscrew the blind plugs with a screwdriver and reinsert them on the opposite side.

Diagram of a refrigerator interior with numbered instructions for handling or rotating components, showing internal mechanism and component placement.

1. Turn the screw – which was previously attached at the top – 180° and screw it onto the opposite side, on the bottom of the refrigerator. To do this, use the two screws that previously held the hinge in place.
2. Place the washer over the lower hinge pin.
3. Place the refrigerator door on the lower hinge.

1. 2. 3.

1. Turn the screw – which was previously attached at the bottom – 180^ . Insert it into the top of the refrigerator door on the opposite side.

2. Close the refrigerator door and screw the hinge tight.

To do this, use the two screws that previously held the hinge in place.

You have successfully changed the door hinges.

Changing the door hinges of the freezer compartment

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1. Unscrew the hinge screw on the bottom left of the freezer compartment. Use the cross-headed screwdriver to do this.

2. Open the freezer compartment door and remove it.

3. Remove the hinge from the lower pin of the freezer compartment door, turn it 180° and place it on the pin above the freezer compartment door. Set the freezer compartment door aside.

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1. Remove the two covers and unscrew the two screws of the door latch.

2. Turn the door latch 180° and fix it to the opposite side. Use the screws that previously held the door latch in place.

3. Push the two covers into the door latch again.

4. Insert the freezer compartment door – rotated 180^ – on the opposite side.

5. Screw the hinge tight underneath the freezer compartment door with the hinge screw.

You have successfully changed the hinges of the freezer compartment door.

The installation recess and ventilation

The installation recess must fulfil various requirements.

B T H

- The installation recess must not have a rear panel and must have the following measurements:

• Height (H) min. 880 mm
  -Width (W) min. 560 mm
• Depth (D) min. 550 mm

- The installation recess must be located near a properly installed earthed socket so that the mains cord of approx. 1520 mm is long enough to connect the appliance to the power supply.

- To achieve sufficient ventilation around the refrigerator, the specifications of the necessary ventilation cross-section must be adhered to.

- Ventilation of the compressor and condenser occurs through an opening that must be present underneath the kitchen cabinet (size of the opening: 200~cm^2 ).

- There must also be an opening on top of the kitchen cabinet to make sure that air can escape (size of the opening: 200 cm ^2 ).

200 cm² 200 cm²

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- The installation recess must be screwed to the neighbouring cabinets or to the wall and carefully aligned. The cabinet doors must be aligned and the hinges tightened.

Installation

NOTICE

Risk of damage!

Improper handling of the refrigerator may result in damage.

■ The refrigerator must be installed by a specialist, otherwise any warranty claims will be void.

Installation materials (package contents)
No.	Name Quantity
(a)	Elbows 2
(b)	Door couplers 2
(c)	Cover strips, long 2
(d)	Cover strips, short 2
(e)	Screws 12
(f)	Joint profile 1

1. Remove the glass shelves (8) and (9), vegetable drawers (7) and the door shelves (4) to (6) from the refrigerator.

2. Insert the mains plug into a properly installed socket.

3. Insert the refrigerator into the built-in cabinet.

The refrigerator must be level with the lower front edge of the built-in cabinet.

To make sure the joint profile can be clamped, a gap of 4 mm of the entire

height between refrigerator and cabinet panel must be kept on the opposite side of the door hinges.

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1. Screw the refrigerator to the built-in cabinet using the screws (e).

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1. Open the refrigerator door and screw the elbows (a) to the refrigerator door using the screws (e).

18 mm 90° (b)

1. Open the refrigerator door out as far as possible.
2. Push the door couplers (b) into the guide rails of the elbows (a).

18 mm

1. Screw the door couplers (b) on tight using the screws (e), while maintaining a gap of approx. 18 mm to the edge of the door of the built-in cabinet.
2. Close the door of the built-in cabinet and check that the sliding guide between the elbow (a) and the door coupler (b) function smoothly. If necessary, correct the position of the door coupler.
3. A 6 mm gap must be kept between the refrigerator and the built-in cabinet door so that the refrigerator door can close without any problems. To set the gap width, loosen the screws (e) slightly and manually set the desired distance. Then tighten the screws (e) again.

(c) (d)

1. Open the refrigerator door out as far as possible and push the long cover strips (c) into the guide rails of the door couplers (b).
2. Place the short cover strips (d) on the elbows (a) as a cover.

Diagram of a door corner with vertical guide rails and a flat base, showing structural components without any text or symbols.

1. Cut the joint profile (f) to the appropriate length. Push it into the opposite side of the door hinge between the refrigerator and wall of the built-in cabinet.
2. Re-insert the glass shelves (8) and (9), vegetable drawers (7) and the door shelves (4) to (6).

You have successfully installed the refrigerator.

Cleaning before use

To remove the odour that comes with all new appliances, clean the appliance before using it (see „Cleaning the fridge compartment“ on page GB-17) and (see „Defrosting and cleaning the freezer compartment“ on page GB-17).

Connecting the appliance to electricity

- Connect the mains plug to a properly installed and easily accessible socket. The refrigerator will then be ready to use.

You will find all important information about operation from page GB-10.

Troubleshooting table

Malfunctions can occur in all electrical appliances. This does not necessarily mean that there is a defect in the appliance. Therefore, please check whether or not you can correct the fault using the table.

WARNING

Risk of electric shock in case of improper repair!

Never attempt to repair the faulty – or supposedly faulty – appliance yourself. This could endanger yourself and subsequent users. Only authorised specialists may carry out repairs.

Problem Possible cause Solutions, tips, explanations
Compressor off, interior light off.	No electricity to socket. Check the socket with another appliance.
	Mains plug is loose. Check the tightness of the mains plug.
Compressor off, interior light on.	The temperature controller (3) is set to “0”.	Turn the temperature controller to a higher position (see „Setting the temperature“ on page GB-11).
	Desired temperature has been reached.	Further cooling not required. When the inside temperature rises, the compressor automatically turns on.
Appliance cools too quickly.	The temperature controller is set at too high a level.	Select a lower setting (see „Setting the temperature“ on page GB-11).
The appliance doesn’t cool sufficiently.	The temperature setting is set too low.	Select a higher setting (see „Setting the temperature“ on page GB-11).
	Door not tightly closed or door seal is not completely tight.	See „Checking and cleaning door seals“ on page GB-16.
	The appliance is near a heat source.	Place insulation plate between the appliances or change location.
	Food has been stored warm.	Only store cooled foods.
	Too many goods frozen. Freeze a maximum of 2 kg at any one time.
	Thick ice layer in the freezer area.	Defrost the freezer compartment (see page GB-17).
	Ambient temperature too low or too high.	Adapt the ambient temperature to the climate class (see “climate classes” in the accompanying data sheet at the end of this user manual).
	Compressor seems defective.	Set the temperature controller to “7”. If the compressor does not switch on within an hour, please contact our service centre (see page GB-28).
Appliance is making a noise.	Operating noises are functional and are not a sign of malfunction.	Humming: Refrigeration unit is running.
		Flowing noise: Refrigerant is flowing through the pipes.
		Clicking: Compressor is switching on or off.
	Disturbing noises. Check that it is stable.
Water has accumulated in the fridge compartment at the bot-tom.	Thaw water drain above the fruit/vegetable drawer is blocked.	Unblock the thaw water drain with the help of the supplied cleaning swab.

Service

In order for us to help you quickly, please tell us:

Name of appliance Model Article number
hanseatic Built-in refrigerator with freezer compartment	HEKS 8854GA1 343	568
	HEKS 8854GA2 810	371

Advice, order and complaint

Please contact your mail order company's customer service centre if

– the delivery is incomplete,
– the appliance is damaged during transport,
– you have questions about your appliance,
- a malfunction cannot be rectified using the troubleshooting table,
– you would like to order further accessories.

Repairs and spare parts

Customers in Germany

– Please contact our technical service: Telephone [phone] (landline 20 cents/call, mobile max 60 cents/call)

Customers in Austria

- Please contact your mail order company's customer service centre or product advice centre.

Please note: You are responsible for the condition of the appliance and its proper use in the household. If you call customer service because of an operating error, you will incur charges, even during the guarantee/warranty period. Damage resulting from non-compliance with this manual will unfortunately not be recognised.

Environmental protection

Disposing of old electrical devices in an environmentally-friendly manner

Electrical appliances contain harmful substances as well as valuable resources.

Every consumer is therefore required by law to dispose of old electrical appliances at an authorised collection or return point. They will thus be made available for environmentally-sound, resource-saving recycling.

You can dispose of old electrical appliances free of charge at your local recycling centre.

Please contact your dealer directly for more information about this topic.

CAUTION

Fire hazard!

Cooling appliances, which contain refrigerants and gases in the cooling systems and insulation, have to be properly disposed of. Refrigerant leakage may cause a fire hazard.

■ Until the point of proper disposal, ensure that none of the cooling fins or tubes on a cooling appliance are damaged.

Our contribution to the protection of the ozone layer

100% CFC and HFC-free refrigerants and foaming agents were used in this appliance. This protects the layer and reduces the greenhouse ef-

Our packaging is made from environmentally friendly, recyclable materials:

– Outer packaging made of cardboard
– Moulded parts made of foamed, CFC-free polystyrene (PS)
– Films and bags made of polyethylene (PE)
– Tension bands made of polypropylene (PP)
- Saving energy also protects against excessive global warming. Your new appliance uses little energy due to its environmentally friendly insulation and technology.

If you would like to dispose of the packaging, please dispose of it in an environmentally friendly way.

Product data sheet for electric household refrigerators and freezers as well as corresponding combination appliances according to Regulation (EU) No. 1060/2010 and Regulation (EU) No. 643/2009

Brand name		hanseatic
Model code HEKS 8854GA1
Household refrigerator model category 7, fridge-freezer unit
Energy efficiency class on a scale of A+++ (highest efficiency) to G (lowest efficiency)		A+
Energy consumption 179 kWh/year, based on the results of a 24 hour standard test. The actual consumption depends on the type of usage and the position of the appliance.
Total volume	Freezer compartment / star classification	15 L / *
	Fridge compartment (frost-free)	105 L
Storage time in case of malfunction		13 h
Freezing capacity - kg		2 kg /24 h
Climate class: N, ST. This appliance is to be operated at an ambient temperature between 16°C and 38°C.
Airborne noise emissions		42 dB(A) re 1 pW
Built-in appliance		yes

The values indicated above have been measured under standardised laboratory conditions pursuant to EN 62552.

Technical specifications

Order number 343 568
Name of appliance Built-in refrigerator with freezer compartment
Model	HEKS
Supply voltage / frequency 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz
Power consumption 0.55 A
Power consumption 80 W
Device measurements (Height × Width × Depth with connections)	88 cm × 54 cm × 54 cm
Unloaded weight 29 kg
Refrigerant R600a (isobutane)
Refrigerant filling quantity 20 g
Foaming agent Cyclopentane

8854GA1

Product data sheet for electric household refrigerators and freezers as well as corresponding combination appliances according to Regulation (EU) No. 1060/2010 and Regulation (EU) No. 643/2009

Brand name		hanseatic
Model code HEKS 8854GA2
Household refrigerator model category 7, fridge-freezer unit
Energy efficiency class on a scale of A+++ (highest efficiency) to G (lowest efficiency)		A++
Energy consumption 135 kWh/year, based on the results of a 24 hour standard test. The actual consumption depends on the type of usage and the position of the appliance.
Total volume	Freezer compartment / star classification	15 L / *
	Fridge compartment (frost-free)	105 L
Storage time in case of malfunction		13 h
Freezing capacity - kg		2 kg /24 h
Climate class: N. This appliance is to be operated at an ambient temperature between 16°C and 32°C.
Airborne noise emissions		43 dB(A) re 1 pW
Built-in appliance		yes

The values indicated above have been measured under standardised laboratory conditions pursuant to EN 62552.

Technical specifications

Order number 810 371
Name of appliance Built-in refrigerator with freezer compartment
Model	HEKS
Supply voltage / frequency 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz
Power consumption 0.45 A
Power consumption 70 W
Device measurements (Height × Width × Depth with connections)	88 cm × 54 cm × 54 cm
Unloaded weight 29 kg
Refrigerant R600a (isobutane)
Refrigerant filling quantity 20 g
Foaming agent Cyclopentane