Bauknecht GKA 2100 User manual

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Instructions for use
GKA 2100

5019 603 33054
PRODUCT SHEET GB
D F NL E P GR DK
S N FIN
IGB
1. Compartment for freezing
2. Control unit
3. Area for drawers and pull out baskets/doors
4. Pull-out defrost water drain
5. Rating plate (on the inside of the appliance)
6. Ice packs (inside) if provided.
storage compartment
freezer compartment
Note: the design of drawers and accessories may vary, depending on the model.
Controls (depending on model)
AThermostat knob.
BYellow LED: indicates that the fast freeze
function is in operation.
CRed LED: indicates that the freezer internal
temperature is too high.
DGreen LED: indicates that the appliance is
connected to the power supply.
EFast freeze button.
FElectronic thermometer
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5019 603 33054 D F NL E P GR DK
S N FIN
IGB
Printed in Italy 02/04
Freezer compartment temperature adjustment
The appliance is normally factory set for optimum operation at a temperature of -18°C.
To adjust the compartment temperature, proceed as follows:
•Turn the thermostat knob Ato 1/Min for a storage temperature that is less cold.
•Turn the thermostat knob Ato 7/Max for a colder storage temperature.
•Turn the thermostat knob Ato zto switch off the freezer (the appliance is still connected to the mains
power supply).
Model with electronic thermometer
•The LED indicates the highest temperature reached inside the appliance. For optimum food storage, set the
thermostatatatemperatureof-18°C.Theintroductionoflargeamountsof food and frequent opening of the
door can temporarily affect the internal temperature of the appliance.
•To deactivate the fast freeze function, press the button (E); if the fast freeze function is not manually
deactivated, after approx. 48 hours the appliance will automatically deactivate it.
•When the appliance is switched on, all the LEDs light up in sequence for a few seconds, after which the
appliance begins operation.
Alarm signals
Defrosting
Signal Cause Solution
Temperature alarm The red LED lights up CThe internal
temperature is above
-12°C
Press button E until the
temperature returns
below -12°C again
Electronic thermostat
fault alarm (for models
with electronic
thermostat)
The green LED D and the
yellow LED B light up and
blink
Electronic card fault Contact After-sales
service. The appliance still
operates, guaranteeing
correct storage of food
1. To switch off the freezer, turn knob A.
2. Unplug the appliance or switch off at the main
switch.
3. Fit the drain in place (see figure).
4. Follow the instructions given in the
instructions booklet.
5. Plug in the appliance once again.
6. To switch on the freezer again, turn knob A. Follow the steps detailed in “Switching on the
appliance”.
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Instructions for use
Before using the freezer
Safeguarding the environment
Precautions and general recommendations
How to use the freezer
How to defrost and clean the freezer
Care and maintenance
Troubleshooting guide
After-sales service
Installation
Electrical connection
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How to use the freezer
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How to defrost and clean the freezer
Care and maintenance
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Troubleshooting guide
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Installation
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Electrical connection
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