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* Depending on model and options
Troubleshooting
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 an operating error. Please note that
even during the warranty period the resultant servicing costs
in this case will have to be borne by the owner.
You may be able to rectify the following faults by checking
the possible causes yourself
Malfunction - Possible cause and remedy
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Appliance does not work
- Is the appliance switched on properly?
- Is the mains plug properly inserted in the socket?
- Is the socket fuse intact?
Loud running noise
- Is the appliance standing firmly on the floor, or does the
compressor cause nearby items of furniture or objects to
vibrate?
If necessary, move the appliance slightly, align by adjust-
ing the adjustable feet, or move bottles and containers
apart.
- Burbling noises are normal. These are caused by the
refrigerant flowing round the refrigerant circuit.
A short clicking sound: This will be heard whenever the
refrigeration unit (the motor) switches on or off automati-
cally.
Motor noise: This will be slightly louder for a brief period
when the refrigeration unit switches on.
The audible warning signal sounds, the red audible
warning on/off button is lit, the temperature is not cold
enough
- Have you put too much fresh food into the freezer without
activating SuperFrost? (See "SuperFrost")
- Does the door close properly?
- Is the appliance sufficiently well ventilated?
Clear ventilation grilles if necessary.
- Is the ambient temperature too hot? (See "Safety regula-
tions")
- Has the appliance been opened too often or left open too
long?
- If applicable, wait until the appliance reaches the required
temperature itself.
The outside of the appliance may feel warm in places
- That is quite normal. The heat from the cooling circuit is
used to avoid the formation of condensate.
Cleaning
Notes on defrosting
The NoFrost system automatically defrosts the appliance.
Any moisture arising collects on the evaporator and freezes,
and is periodically defrosted and evaporated.
The automatic defrosting system keeps the freezer frost-
free and eliminates the time and effort spent on defrosting
manually.
Cleaning
W Always disable the appliance for cleaning. Dis-
connect from the mains or unscrew or switch
off the fuse.
W
Clean the outer walls, inside and equipment by hand with
lukewarm water and a little detergent. Because of the risk
of injury and damage to the appliance, steam cleaning
equipment should not be used.
W
We recommend using a soft cloth and an all-purpose
cleaner with a neutral pH value. Only use food compati-
ble cleaning and care agents on the inside of the appli-
ance.
W
Use a commercially available stainless-steel cleaning
agent for stainless-steel appliances*.
- In order to achieve best possible protection, apply a stain-
less-steel care agent uniformly in grinding direction after
cleaning. Points which are darker at the start and a more
intensive coloration of the stainless-steel surface are nor-
mal.
- Do not use abrasive sponges or scourers, do not use con-
centrated cleaning agents and never use cleaning agents
containing sand, chloride or acid or chemical solvents, as
these would damage the surfaces and could cause corro-
sion.
W Ensure that no cleaning water is allowed to penetrate into
the electrical components or ventilation grilles.
Dry the appliance.
- Do not damage or remove the type plate on the inside of
the appliance as this is important for customer service.
W The dust should be removed from the
refrigeration unit and heat ex-
changer - metal grid at the back of
the appliance - once a year. Dust
deposits increase energy consump-
tion.
W Ensure that none of the wires or
other components are dislodged,
bent or damaged.
W Then connect/switch on the appliance, switch on Super-
Frost and start to insert the food to be frozen as the
temperature drops.
If the appliance is to be left out of operation for any length
of time, empty it, disconnect from the mains, clean as
described above and leave the door open in order to avoid
unpleasant smells.
