Operating instructions
Table-height freezer
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General safety information
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.
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1.4 External dimensions of the appli-
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Install and connect the appliance only as instructed.
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Please keep these instructions in a safe place and pass
them on to any subsequent owners.
Fire hazard:
The refrigerant R 600a is environmentally friendly but flam-
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mable. Escaping refrigerant may ignite.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit pipes.
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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: remove any naked flames or
sources of ignition from the leakage area. Ventilate the
room well. Notify the after-sales service.
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Do not store explosives or sprays using combustible propel-
lants such as butane, propane, pentane, etc. in the appli-
ance. To identify these spray cans, look for the list of
contents printed on the can, or a flame symbol. Gases
possibly escaping may ignite due to electrical components.
Keep burning candles, lamps and other items with naked
flames away from the appliance so that they do not set the
appliance on fire.
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Always store high-percentage alcohol in tightly sealed,
upright containers. Alcohol possibly escaping may ignite
due to electrical components.
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Danger of tipping and falling:
Do not misuse the plinth, drawers, doors etc. as a step or for
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support. This applies particularly to children.
1.5 Saving energy
Danger of food poisoning:
Do not consume food which has been stored too long.
Danger of frostbite, numbness and pain:
Always ensure good ventilation. Do not cover ventilation
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openings or grille.
Do not place appliance in areas of direct sunlight or next to a
stove, heater or similar object.
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.
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The energy consumption depends on the installation condi-
Keep the time the appliance is open to a minimum.
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The lower the temperature setting, the higher the power
Please observe the specific information in the other
consumption.
sections:
Ensure that all food is well packed and covered for storage.
This will prevent frost from forming.
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DANGER
identifies a situation involving direct
danger which, if not obviated, may
result in death or severe bodily
injury.
If there is a thick layer of frost in the appliance: defrost the
appliance.
Accumulated dust increases the energy
consumption:
WARNING identifies a dangerous situation
which, if not obviated, may result in
death or severe bodily injury.
Once a year, dust the refrigerating unit
together with the metal grille of the heat
exchanger at the back of the appliance.
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CAUTION
identifies a dangerous situation
which, if not obviated, may result in
minor or medium bodily injury.
2 General safety information
NOTICE
identifies a dangerous situation
which, if not obviated, may result in
damage to property.
Danger for the user:
This appliance is not designed for persons (including chil-
dren) 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.
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Note
identifies useful information and tips.
When disconnecting the appliance from the supply, always
take hold of the plug. Do not pull the cable.
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In the event of a fault pull out the mains plug or deactivate
the fuse.
Do not damage the mains power cable. Do not operate the
appliance with a defective mains power cable.
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Controls and displays
3 Controls and displays
WARNING
Fire hazard due to refrigerant!
3.1 Operating and control elements
The refrigerant R 600a is environmentally friendly but flam-
mable. Escaping refrigerant may ignite.
Do not damage the piping of the refrigeration circuit.
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WARNING
Fire hazard and danger of damage!
Do not place appliances emitting heat e.g. microwaves,
toasters etc. on the appliance!
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WARNING
(1) On/Off button
(6) Menu symbol
Blocked ventilation openings pose a risk of fire and damage!
(2) Setting button
(7) Alarm symbol
Always keep the ventilation openings clear. Always ensure
that the appliance is properly ventilated!
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(3) Temperature display
(4) SuperFrost button
(5) SuperFrost symbol
(8) Brightness symbol
(9) Child lock symbol
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.
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3.2 Temperature display
The following are displayed in normal operation:
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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.
the set freezing temperature
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The ideal installation site is a dry, well ventilated room.
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The temperature display flashes:
Always stand the appliance with its back directly to the wall.
The appliance may be moved only when it is empty.*
Do not install the appliance without assistance.
the temperature setting is being changed
after switch-on the temperature is not yet cold enough
the temperature has risen several degrees
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Standard EN 378 specifies that the room in which you install
your appliance must have a volume of 1 m2 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 refrigera-
tion circuit. The quantity of refrigerant used in your appliance
is indicated on the type plate on the inside of the appliance.
4 Putting into operation
4.1 Transporting the appliance
Detach the connecting cable from the rear of the appliance,
removing the cable holder at the same time because other-
wise there will be vibratory noise!
Remove all transit supports.
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CAUTION
Risk of injury and danger of damage as a result of incorrect
transport!
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Align the appliance so that it
Transport the appliance in a packed condition.
Transport the appliance upright.
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stands firmly and on a level by
Do not transport the appliance without assistance.
applying the accompanying
spanner to the adjustable-
height feet (A) and using a
4.2 Installing the appliance
spirit level.
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.
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Note
Clean the appliance (see 6.2) .
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If the appliance is installed in a very damp environment,
condensate may form on the outside of the appliance.
WARNING
Risk of fire due to short circuit!
Always see to good ventilation at the installation site.
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If the mains cable/connector of the appliance or of another
appliance touch the rear of the appliance, the mains cable/
connector may be damaged by the appliance vibrations,
leading to a short circuit.
4.3 Changing over the door hinge*
You can change over the door hinges if necessary.
Stand the appliance so that it is not touched by connectors
or main cables.
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Make sure that the following tools are at hand:
Do not plug the appliance or any others into sockets located
near the rear of the appliance.
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Supplied open-ended wrench
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Putting into operation
If necessary, a second person to assist with installation
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4.4 Insertion into a row of kitchen units
CAUTION
Risk of injury if the door tips!
Take good hold of the door.
Set down the door carefully.
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(1) Stack cabinet
(3) Kitchen cabinet
(2) Appliance
(4) Wall
The appliance can be inserted into a row of kitchen units. To
match the appliance Fig. 6 (2) to the height of the row of units,
a suitable stack cabinet Fig. 6 (1) can be fitted above the appli-
ance.*
When inserting the appliance into a row of kitchen units (max.
depth 580 mm), the appliance can be installed directly next to
the kitchen unit Fig. 6 (3). The appliance door projects relative
to the front of the kitchen unit by 34 mm at the side and by
50 mm in the middle of the appliance. It can be opened and
closed perfectly as a result.*
Fig. 4 On appliances with a door handle
Important for the ventilation:
At the back of the stack cabinet there has to be a ventilation
duct of at least 50 mm depth throughout the width of the
stack cabinet.*
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The ventilation space under the ceiling has to be at least
300 cm2.*
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the larger the ventilation space, the more energy-saving the
appliance is in operation.*
If the appliance is installed with the hinges next to a wall
Fig. 6 (4), the distance between appliance and wall has to be at
least 40 mm. This corresponds to the projection of the handle
when the door is open.*
4.5 Disposing of packaging
WARNING
Danger of suffocation due to packing material and plastic film!
Do not allow children to play with packing material.
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The packaging is made of recyclable materials:
Fig. 5 On appliances without a door handle
Follow the sequence of the item numbers in the diagram.
corrugated board/cardboard
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expanded polystyrene parts
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polythene bags and sheets
polypropylene straps
nailed wooden frame with polyethylene panel*
Take the packaging material to an official collecting point.
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4.6 Connecting the appliance
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the electronic control system!
Do not use stand-alone inverters (conversion of d.c. to a.c./
three-phase) or energy saving plugs.
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5.2 Child proofing
WARNING
Fire and overheating hazard!
Do not use extension cables or multiple socket outlets.
The child-proofing function enables you to make sure that the
appliance is not inadvertently switched off by playing children.
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5.2.1 To activate child lock
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).
To activate the setting mode: Press the SuperFrost button
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Fig. 3 (4) for about 5 seconds.
The menu symbol Fig. 3 (6) shines and the child lock symbol
Fig. 3 (9) flashes.
The socket must be properly earthed and fused. The tripping
current for the fuse must be between 10 A and 16 A.
Briefly press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (4) to select the
child lock function.
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.
The child lock symbol Fig. 3 (9) shines. The
-15 °C and -21 °C LEDs shine in the temperature
display.
Check the electrical connection.
Plug in the power plug.
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Briefly press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (4) to activate the
child lock.
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The child lock symbol Fig. 3 (9) flashes. The -15 °C and
-21 °C LEDs go out.
4.7 Switching on the appliance
To deactivate the setting mode: Press the On/Off button
Fig. 3 (1).
Press the On/Off button Fig. 3 (1).
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The appliance is switched on. The temperature display and
Alarm symbol Fig. 3 (7) flash until the temperature is cold
enough.
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Wait for 5 minutes.
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The menu symbol Fig. 3 (6) goes out and the temperature is
displayed again in the temperature display. The child lock
symbol Fig. 3 (9) shines.
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If "DEMO" is displayed, demo mode is activated. Please
contact the after sales service.
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5.2.2 To deactivate child lock
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To activate the setting mode: Press the SuperFrost button
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Fig. 3 (4) for about 5 seconds.
5.1 Brightness of the temperature
display
The menu symbol Fig. 3 (6) shines and the child lock symbol
Fig. 3 (9) flashes.
Briefly press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (4) to select the
child lock function.
You can adjust the brightness of the temperature display to the
light conditions of the room in which the appliance is installed.
The child lock symbol Fig. 3 (9) shines. The
-18 °C LED shines in the temperature display.
5.1.1 Adjusting the brightness
The backlight can either be switched off or set to one of 5
Briefly press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (4) to deactivate
the child lock.
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levels. The backlight is switched off ex works.
To activate the setting mode: Press the SuperFrost button
Fig. 3 (4) for about 5 seconds.
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The child lock symbol Fig. 3 (9) flashes.
To deactivate the setting mode: Press the On/Off button
Fig. 3 (1).
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The menu symbol Fig. 3 (6) shines and the child lock symbol
Fig. 3 (9) flashes.
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Press the setting button Fig. 3 (2) to select the brightness
function.
Wait for 5 minutes.
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The child lock symbol Fig. 3 (9) goes out and the brightness
symbol Fig. 3 (8) flashes.
The menu symbol Fig. 3 (6) goes out and the temperature is
displayed again in the temperature display. The child lock
symbol Fig. 3 (9) no longer shines.
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To confirm: Briefly press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (4).
The brightness symbol Fig. 3 (8) shines.
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5.3 Temperature alarm
The temperature display and the alarm symbol Fig. 3 (7) flash
at the same time.
Using the setting button Fig. 3 (2), select either "off" or the
brightness wanted. The more display fields of the tempera-
ture display that light up, the brighter it is. If no field is lit up, it
means "off".
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The Alarm symbol Fig. 3 (7) goes out and the temperature
display stops flashing, once the temperature has reached the
appropriate level of coldness again.
To confirm: Press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (4).
The brightness symbol Fig. 3 (8) flashes.
The brightness is adjusted to the new value.
To deactivate the setting mode: Press the On/Off button
Fig. 3 (1).
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5.4 Freezing food
The rating plate indicates the maximum quantity of fresh food
you can freeze within 24 hours (see Appliance at a glance)
under "Freezing capacity ... kg/24h".
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Wait for 5 minutes.
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The maximum load of frozen food for the drawers is 25 kg each
and for the shelves 35 kg each.
The brightness symbol Fig. 3 (8) and the menu symbol
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Fig. 3 (6) go out.
The temperature is indicated again in the temperature
display.
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24h". This amount varies according to the model and climate
rating.
CAUTION
You have to activate SuperFrost in good time, depending on
how much fresh food is to be frozen: about 6 hours before
placing the food inside in case of small amounts and about 24
hours in advance in case of the maximum amount of food to be
frozen.
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!
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You do not have to activate SuperFrost in the following cases:
In order that the food is rapidly frozen through to the core, do
not exceed the following quantities per pack:
when placing frozen food in the freezer
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when freezing up to approx. 1 kg fresh food daily
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Fruit, vegetables up to 1 kg
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Meat up to 2.5 kg
Pack the food in portions in freezer bags, reusable plastic,
metal or aluminium containers.
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5.8.1 Freezing with SuperFrost
Briefly press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (4).
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The SuperFrost symbol Fig. 3 (5) shines.
5.5 Storage life
Standard values for the storage life of various types of
food:
The freezer temperature drops, the appliance operates with
the maximum refrigerating capacity.
Note
Pressing the SuperFrost button can cause the compressor
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Ice-cream
2 to 6 months
2 to 6 months
2 to 6 months
6 to 10 months
2 to 6 months
6 to 12 months
2 to 6 months
6 to 12 months
6 to 12 months
to switch on up to 8 minutes later, thanks to the integrated
switch-on delay. This delay increases the service life of the
compressor.
Sausage, ham
Bread, bakery products
Game, pork
Fatty fish
In case of a small amount of food to be frozen:
wait approx. 6 h.
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Place wrapped produce in the bottom drawers.
In case of the maximum amount of food to be frozen (see
type plate):
Lean fish
wait about 24 h.
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Cheese
Remove bottom drawer and place produce directly in the
appliance so that it touches the base or sides.
SuperFrost is automatically deactivated after about 65 h.
TheSuperFrost button Fig. 3 (5)extinguishes once freezing
is completed.
Poultry, beef
Vegetables, fruit
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The values indicated for storage life are standard ones.
The temperature range set for the normal mode shines in
the temperature display.
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5.6 Thawing food
Place produce in the drawer and then push the drawer back
in again.
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at room temperature
The appliance continues to operate in the energy-saving,
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in a microwave oven
normal mode.
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in a conventional or fan oven
To save energy SuperFrost can switch switched off, even
before the full 65 hours of freezing time has elapsed, by
pressing the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (4) again. Only switch off
SuperFrost once the temperature is -18 °C or colder.
Food once thawed should be re-frozen only in exceptional
cases.
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5.7 Setting the temperature
Temperature setting to be recommended: -18 °C
5.9 Drawers
The temperature can be changed continuously. Once the
-32 °C setting is reached, it starts again with -15 °C.
To access temperature adjustment: press setting button
Fig. 3 (2) once.
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The LED of the current temperature flashes in the tempera-
ture display.
Press the setting button Fig. 3 (2) the number of times
needed until the required temperature shines in the LED
display.
To store frozen food directly on the shelves: pull the drawer
forwards and lift it out.
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Note
Long pressing of the setting button sets a slightly colder
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5.10 Shelves
value within a small temperature range (e.g.: between
-15 °C and -18 °C). The LED of the next lower temperature
range then shines in the temperature display.
To remove the shelf: lift up at the front
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and pull out.
To put the shelf back: simply push in as
far as it will go.
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5.8 SuperFrost
In addition, frozen food already in storage is given a "cold
reserve". The food stays frozen longer as a result when you
defrost the appliance.
The maximum amount of fresh food which can be frozen in 24
h is indicated on the type plate under "freezing capacity ... kg/
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NOTICE
5.11 VarioSpace
Incorrect cleaning damages the appliance!
Apart from being able to remove the
drawers, you can also remove the
shelves, creating space for large
items of frozen food. Poultry, meat,
large pieces of game and high
bakery products can be frozen in
one piece and prepared.
Do not use cleaning agents in concentrated form.
Do not use any scouring or abrasive sponges or steel wool.
Please do not use any aggressive, scouring, sand-,
chloride-, chemical- or acid-based cleaning agents.
Do not use chemical solvents.
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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 compo-
nents.
The maximum load of frozen food
for the drawers is 25 kg each and
for the shelves 35 kg each.
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Do not allow any cleaning water to enter the drain channel,
ventilation grille or electrical parts.
Please use soft cleaning cloths and a universal pH-neutral
cleaning agent.
Please use cleaning and care products suitable for contact
with foodstuffs in the appliance interior.
6 Maintenance
Empty appliance.
6.1 Manual defrosting
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Pull out the power plug.
The layer of frost or ice builds up faster if the appliance is
opened often 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 appli-
ance regularly.
Clean plastic outer and inner surfaces with lukewarm
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water and a little washing-up liquid.
After cleaning:
Wipe dry the appliance and items of equipment.
Connect the appliance and switch it on again.
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CAUTION
Risk of injury and damage as a result of hot steam!
6.3 Customer service
First check whether you can correct the fault yourself by refer-
ence 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.
Do not use electric heaters or steam cleaners, naked flames
or defrosting sprays for defrosting.
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Do not remove ice using sharp instruments.
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Switch on SuperFrost one day before defrosting.
The frozen goods are provided with a "cold reserve".
Switch off the appliance.
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The temperature display goes out.
Pull out the power plug or switch off the fuse.
WARNING
If possible, put the frozen goods in the freezer drawer, Risk of injury if repair work is not carried out professionally!
wrapped in newspaper or a blanket, and store in a cool
place.
Have any repairs and action - not expressly specified - on
the appliance and mains cable carried out by service
personnel only. (see Maintenance)
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Place a pan with hot, not boiling
water on a middle shelf.
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Read the appliance
designation
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Half-fill the two lower drawers with
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(1), service
lukewarm water and put them in the
appliance.
No. Fig. 7 (2) and
serial No. Fig. 7 (3)
off the type plate
located inside the
appliance on the left-
hand side.
Defrosting is speeded up.
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Defrost water is collected in the drawers.
Leave the door of the appliance open while defrosting.
Remove detached pieces of ice.
If necessary, pick up defrost water several times, using a
sponge or cloth.
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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).
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6.2 Cleaning the appliance
This will help us to provide you with a faster and more accu-
rate service.
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CAUTION
Keep the appliance closed until the customer service
arrives.
Risk of injury and damage as a result of hot steam!
Hot steam may damage the surfaces and cause burns.
The food will stay cool longer.
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Do not use any steam cleaners!
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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
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Decommissioning
incurred, even during the warranty period. You may be able to
rectify the following faults yourself:
Appliance does not work.
The appliance was opened too frequently or for too long.
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Wait until the appliance reaches the required temperature
itself. If not, contact the customer service. (see Mainte-
nance).
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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.
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Too much fresh food was placed inside without SuperFrost.
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The temperature is incorrectly set.
Set the temperature to a colder setting and check after 24
hours.
The appliance is too close to a heat source.
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The compressor runs for a long time.
Solution: (see Putting into operation).
The compressor switches to a low speed when little cold is
needed. Although the running time is increased as a result,
energy is saved.
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This is normal in energy-saving models.
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SuperFrost is activated.
8.1 Switching off the appliance
The compressor runs for longer in order to rapidly cool the
food. This is normal.
Press On/Off button Fig. 3 (1) for about 2 seconds.
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A LED on the bottom rear of the appliance (at the
compressor) flashes regularly every 15 seconds*.
The temperature display is dark.
The inverter is equipped with a diagnostic LED.
The flashing is normal.
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8.2 Taking the appliance out of service
Empty the appliance.
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Excessive noise.
Pull out the power plug.
Clean the appliance (see 6.2) .
Speed-controlled* compressors may produce varying
running noise due to different speed steps.
The sound is normal.
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A bubbling and gurgling noise.
Leave the door open to prevent odour.
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This noise comes from the refrigerant flowing in the refriger-
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ation circuit.
The sound is normal.
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9 Disposing of the appliance
A quiet clicking noise.
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.
The noise is produced whenever the refrigeration unit
(motor) automatically switches on or off.
The sound is normal.
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A hum. It is briefly a little louder when the refrigeration
unit (the motor) switches on.
The refrigeration increases automatically when the Super-
Frost, function is activated, fresh food has just been placed
in the appliance or the door has been left open for a while.
The sound is normal.
The ambient temperature is too high.
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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.
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Disable the appliance.
Pull out the plug.
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Cut through the connecting cable.
Vibratory noise.
The appliance is not fixed to the ground. The running of the
cooling unit therefore makes objects and adjacent furniture
vibrate.
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Adjust appliance via the height-adjustable feet.
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Move bottles and containers apart.
The SuperFrost symbol Fig. 3 (5) flashes together with the
temperature display.
There is a fault.
Contact the after sales service. (see Maintenance).
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DEMO shines in the temperature display.
The demo mode is activated.
Contact the customer service. (see Maintenance).
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The outside surfaces of the appliance are warm.
The heat of the refrigeration circuit is used to prevent
condensate from forming.
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This is normal.
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The temperature is not cold enough.
The door of the appliance is not properly closed.
Close the door of the appliance.
Insufficient ventilation.
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Clear ventilation grilles.
The ambient temperature is too high.
Solution: (see 1.2) .
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Disposing of the appliance
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