Beko GN168421X User manual

GN168421X -GN168421WB-GN168421E
GN168421X-GN163120XP
EN/FR/AR
57 4563 0000/AO -EN/FR/AR
Refrigerator
User Manual
Réfrigérateur
Manuel d’utilisation
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Please read this manual before using the product!
Dear Customer,
We'd like you to make the best use of our product, which has been manufactured in modern facilities
with care and meticulous quality controls.
Thus, we advice you to read the entire user manual before you use the product. In case the product
changes hands, do not forget to hand the guide to its new owner along with the product.
This guide will help you use the product quickly and safely.
• Please read the user guide carefully before installing and operating the product.
• Always observe the applicable safety instructions.
• Keep the user guide within easy reach for future use.
• Please read any other documents provided with the product.
Keep in mind that this user guide may apply to several product models. The guide clearly indicates any
variations of different models.
CImportant information and useful
tips.
ARisk of life and property.
BRisk of electric shock.
The product’s packaging is made of
recyclable materials, in accordance
with the National Environment
Legislation.

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1. Safety and environment instructions3
1.1. General safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.1.1 HC warning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.2 For models with water dispenser . . . . . . . . 5
1.2. Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.3. Child safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.4. Compliance with WEEE Directive and
Disposing of the Waste Product . . . . . . . . . 5
1.5. Compliance with RoHS Directive . . . . . . . . . 6
1.6. Package information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Refrigerator 7
2 Refrigerator 8
3 Installation 9
3.1. Right place for installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.2. Attaching the plastic wedges . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.3. Adjusting the stands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.4. Power connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.5. Water connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.6. Connecting water hose to the product . . . . 12
3.7. Connecting to water mains . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.8. For products using water carboy . . . . . . . . 13
3.9 Water filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.9.1.Fixing external filter on the wall (Optional) 14
3.9.2.Internal filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4 Preparation 17
4.1. What to do for energy saving . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.2. First Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5 Using the product 18
5.1. Indicator panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.2. Humidity controlled crisper . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.3. Activating water filter change warning . . . . 26
5.4. Using the water fountain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.5. Filling the fountain water tank . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.6. Cleaning the water tank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
5.7. Taking ice / water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5.8. Drip tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5.9. Zero degree compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.10.Vegetable bin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.11. Blue light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.12.Ionizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.13.Minibar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.14.Odour filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.15.Icematic and ice storage box . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.16.Ice-maker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.17.Freezing fresh food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5.18.Recommendations for storing frozen foods 34
5.19.Deep freezer details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5.20.Placing the food. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.21.Door open alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.22.Interior light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6 Maintenance and Cleaning 36
6.1. Preventing Bad Odour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
6.2. Protecting Plastic Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
7. Troubleshooting 37
Table of Contents

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1. Safety and environment instructions
This section provides the safety instructions
necessary to prevent the risk of injury and material
damage. Failure to observe these instructions will
invalidate all types of product warranty.
Intended use
AWARNING:
Keep ventilation openings, in the
appliance enclosure or in the built-
instructure, clear of obstruction.
A
WARNING:
Do not use mechanical
devices or other means to
accelerate the defrosting process,
other than those recommended by
the manufacturer.
AWARNING:
Do not damage the refrigerant
circuit.
A
WARNING:
Do not use electrical
appliances inside the food
storage compartments of the
appliance, unless they are of
the type recommended by the
manufacturer.
This appliance is intended to be used in household
and similar applications such as
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other
working environments;
– farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and
other residential type environments;
– bed and breakfast type environments;
– catering and similar non-retail applications.
1.1. General safety
• This product should not be used by
persons with physical, sensory and
mental disabilities, without sufficient
knowledge and experience or by child-
ren. The device can only be used by
such persons under supervision and
instruction of a person responsible for
their safety. Children should not be allo-
wed to play with this device.
• In case of malfunction, unplug the device.
• After unplugging, wait at least 5 minutes
before plugging in again.
• Unplug the product when not in use.
• Do not touch the plug with wet hands! Do
not pull the cable to plug off, always hold
the plug.
• Do not plug in the refrigerator if the soc-
ket is loose.
• Unplug the product during installation,
maintenance, cleaning and repair.
• If the product will not be used for a while,
unplug the product and remove any food
inside.
• Do not use the product when the com-
partment with circuit cards located on the
upper back part of the product (electrical
card box cover) (1) is open.
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• Do not use steam or steamed cleaning
materials for cleaning the refrigerator and
melting the ice inside. Steam may contact
the electrified areas and cause short cir-
cuit or electric shock!
• Do not wash the product by spraying or
pouring water on it! Danger of electric
shock!
• In case of malfunction, do not use the
product, as it may cause electric shock.
Contact the authorised service before do-
ing anything.

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• Plug the product into an earthed soc-
ket. Earthing must be done by a qualifi-
ed electrician.
• If the product has LED type lighting,
contact the authorised service for rep-
lacing or in case of any problem.
• Do not touch frozen food with wet
hands! It may adhere to your hands!
• Do not place liquids in bottles and cans
into the freezer compartment. They
may explode.
• Place liquids in upright position after
tightly closing the lid.
• Do not spray flammable substances
near the product, as it may burn or
explode.
• Do not keep flammable materials and
products with flammable gas (sprays,
etc.) in the refrigerator.
• Do not place containers holding liquids
on top of the product. Splashing water
on an electrified part may cause elect-
ric shock and risk of fire.
• Exposing the product to rain, snow,
sunlight and wind will cause electrical
danger. When relocating the product,
do not pull by holding the door handle.
The handle may come off.
• Take care to avoid trapping any part of
your hands or body in any of the mo-
ving parts inside the product.
• Do not step or lean on the door, dra-
wers and similar parts of the refrige-
rator. This will cause the product to fall
down and cause damage to the parts.
• Take care not to trap the power cable.
• Your Side by Side refrigerator needs
a water connection.If no water tap is
available yet and you have to call for
an plumber please note: In case your
house is provided with an underfloor
heating system please consider, drilling
holes into the concrete ceiling could
damage this heating system.
• When positioning the appliance, ensure
the supply cord is not trapped or da-
maged.
• Do not locate multiple portable socket-
outlets or portable power supplies at
the rear of the appliance.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are al-
lowed to load and unload refrigerating
appliances.
• To avoid contamination of food, please
respect the following instructions:
• Opening the door for long periods can
cause a significant increase of the tem-
perature in the
• compartments of the appliance.
• Clean regularly surfaces that can come
in contact with food and accessible drai-
nage systems.
• Clean water tanks if they have not been
used for 48 h; flush the water system
connected to a water
• supply if water has not been drawn for
5 days.
• Store raw meat and fish in suitable con-
tainers in the refrigerator, so that it is not
in contact with or drip onto other food.

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• Two-star frozen-food compartments are
suitable for storing pre-frozen food, sto-
ring or making icecream and making ice
cubes.
• One-, two- and three-star compartments
are not suitable for the freezing of fresh
food.
• If the refrigerating appliance is left empty
for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean,
dry, and leave the door open to prevent
mould developing within the appliance.
1.1.1 HC warning
If the product comprises a cooling system using
R600a gas, take care to avoid damaging the cooling
system and its pipe while using and moving the
product. This gas is flammable. If the cooling system
is damaged, keep the product away from sources of
fire and ventilate the room immediately.
CThe label on the inner left side
indicates the type of gas used in
the product.
1.1.2 For models with water dispenser
• Pressure for cold water inlet shall be
maximum 90 psi (620 kPa). If your water
pressure exceeds 80 psi (550 kPa), use
a pressure limiting valve in your mains
system. If you do not know how to check
your water pressure, ask for the help of
a professional plumber.
• If there is risk of water hammer effect
in your installation, always use a water
hammer prevention equipment in your
installation. Consult Professional plum-
bers if you are not sure that there is no
water hammer effect in your installation.
• Do not install on the hot water inlet.
Take precautions against of the risk of
freezing of the hoses. Water temperature
operating interval shall be 33°F (0.6°C)
minimum and 100°F (38°C) maximum.
• Use drinking water only.
1.2. Intended use
• This product is designed for home use.
It is not intended for commercial use.
• The product should be used to store
food and beverages only.
• Do not keep sensitive products requi-
ring controlled temperatures (vaccines,
heat sensitive medication, medical
supplies, etc.) in the refrigerator.
• The manufacturer assumes no respon-
sibility for any damage due to misuse
or mishandling.
• Original spare parts will be provided for
10 years, following the product purcha-
sing date.
1.3. Child safety
• Keep packaging materials out of
children’s reach.
• Do not allow the children to play with
the product.
• If the product’s door comprises a lock,
keep the key out of children’s reach.
1.4. Compliance with WEEE Directive
and Disposing of the Waste Product
This product complies with EU WEEE
Directive (2012/19/EU). This product bears a
classification symbol for waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE).
This product has been manufactured
with high quality parts and materials
which can be reused and are suitable
for recycling. Do not dispose of the
waste product with normal domestic
and other wastes at the end of its
service life. Take it to the collection
center for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. Please consult your local authorities to
learn about these collection centers.

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1.5. Compliance with RoHS Directive
• This product complies with EU WEEE Directive
(2011/65/EU). It does not contain harmful and
prohibited materials specified in the Directive.
1.6. Package information
Packaging materials of the product are
manufactured from recyclable materials in
accordance with our National Environment
Regulations. Do not dispose of the packaging
materials together with the domestic or other
wastes. Take them to the packaging material
collection points designated by the local
authorities.

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2 Refrigerator
C*Optional: Figures in this user guide are schematic and may not be exactly match your product. If your
product does not comprise the relevant parts, the information pertains to other models.
1- Freezer compartment
2- Cooler compartment
3- Fan
4- Butter-cheese compartment
5- Glass shelves
6- Cooler compartment door shelves
7- Minibar accessory
8- Water tank
9- Bottle shelf
10- Odour filter
11- Zero degree compartment
12- Vegetable bins
13- Adjustable stands
14- Frozen food storing compartments
15- Freezer compartment door shelves
16- Icematics
17- Ice storage box
18- Ice-maker decorative lid
*Optional
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2 Refrigerator
C*Optional: Figures in this user guide are schematic and may not be exactly match your product. If your
product does not comprise the relevant parts, the information pertains to other models.

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3 Installation
3.1. Right place for installation
Contact the Authorized Service for the product's
installation. To ready the product for installation,
see the information in the user guide and make
sure the electric and water utilities are as required.
If not, call an electrician and plumber to arrange
the utilities as necessary.
BWARNING: The manufacturer assumes
no responsibility for any damage caused
by the work carried out by unauthorized
persons.
BWARNING: The product’s power cable
must be unplugged during installation.
Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injuries!
AWARNING: : If the door span is too
narrow for the product to pass, remove
the door and turn the product sideways; if
this does not work, contact the authorized
service.
•Placetheproductonaflatsurfacetoavoid
vibration.
•Placetheproductatleast30cmawayfromthe
heater, stove and similar sources of heat and at
least 5 cm away from electric ovens.
•Donotexposetheproducttodirectsunlightor
keep in damp environments.
•Theproductrequiresadequateaircirculationto
function efficiently. If the product will be placed
in an alcove, remember to leave at least 5 cm
distance between the product and the ceiling
and the walls.
•Donotinstalltheproductinenvironmentswith
temperatures below -5°C.
3.2. Attaching the plastic wedges
Use the plastic wedges in the provided with
the product to provide sufficient space for air
circulation between the product and the wall.
1. To attach the wedges, remove the screws on the
product and use the screws provided with the wedges.
2. Attach 2 plastic wedges on the ventilation cover
shown as j in the figure.

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3.3. Adjusting the stands
If the product is not in balanced position, adjust the
front adjustable stands by rotating right or left.
3.4. Power connection
AWARNING: Do not use extension or multi
sockets in power connection.
BWARNING: Damaged power cable must
be replaced by Authorized Service.
CWhen placing two coolers in adjacent
position, leave at least 4 cm distance
between the two units.
• Our firm will not assume responsibility for any
damages due to usage without earthing and
power connection in compliance with national
regulations.
• The power cable plug must be easily
accessible after installation.
• Do not use multi-group plug with or without
extension cable between the wall socket and
the refrigerator.
In order to adjust the doors vertically,
•Loosenthefixingnutatthebottom
•Screwadjustingnut(CW/CCW)accordingtothe
position of the door
•Tightenthefixingnutforthefinalposition
In order to adjust the doors horizontally,
• Loosen the fixing bolt on the top
• Screw the adjusting bolt (CW/CCW) on the side
according to the position of the door
• Tighten the fixing bolt on the top for the final
position
adjusting nut
fixing nut
fixing nut
adjusting nut

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3.5. Water connection
(Optional)
AWARNING: Unplug the product and
the water pump (if available) during
connection.
The product’s water mains, filter and carboy
connections must be rendered by authorizer
service. The product can be connected to a carboy
or directly to the water mains, depending on the
model. To establish the connection, the water hose
must first be connected to the product.
Check to see the following parts are supplied with
your product’s model:
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2
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1. Connector (1 piece): Used to attach the water
hose to the rear of the product.
2. Hose clip (3 pieces): Used to fix the water
hose on the wall.
3. Water hose (1 piece, 5 meter diameter 1/4
inches): Used for the water connection.
4. Faucet adapter (1 piece): Comprises a porous
filter, used for connection to the cold water
mains.
5. Water filter (1 piece *Optional): Used to
connect the mains water to the product. Water
filter is not required if carboy connection is
available.

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3.6. Connecting water
hose to the product
To connect the water hose to the product,
follow the instructions below.
1. Remove the connector on the hose nozzle
adaptor in the back of the product and run the
hose through the connector.
2. Push the water hose down tightly and connect
to the hose nozzle adaptor.
3. Tighten the connector manually to fix on the
hose nozzle adaptor. You may also tighten the
connector using a pipe wrench or pliers.
3.7. Connecting to water mains
(Optional)
To use the product by connecting to the cold water
mains, a standard 1/2” valve connector must be
installed to the cold water mains in your home. If
the connector is not available or if you are unsure,
consult a qualified plumber.
1. Detach the connector (1) from the faucet
adaptor (2).
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2
3
2. Connect the faucet adaptor to the water mains
valve.
3. Attach the connector around the water hose.
4. Connect the other end of the hose to the
water mains (See Section 3.7) or, to use
carboy, to the water pump (See Section 3.8).

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4. Attach the connector into the faucet adaptor
and tighten by hand / tool.
2. Connect the other end of the water hose to
the water pump by pushing the hose into the
pump’s hose inlet.
5. To avoid damaging, shifting or accidentally
disconnecting the hose, use the clips provided
to fix the water hose appropriately.
AWARNING: After turning the faucet
on, make sure there is no water leak on
either end of the water hose. In case of
leakage, turn the valve off and tighten
all connections using a pipe wrench or
pliers.
3.8. For products using water carboy
(Optional)
To use a carboy for the product’s water
connection, the water pump recommended by the
authorized service must be used.
1. Connect one end of the water hose provided
with the pump to the product (see 3.6) and
follow the instructions below.
3. Place and fasten the pump hose inside the
carboy.
4. Once the connection is established, plug in
and start the water pump.
CPlease wait 2-3 minutes after starting
the pump to achieve the desired
efficiency.
CSee also the pump’s user guide for
water connection.
CWhen using carboy, water filter is not
required.
3.9 Water filter
(Optional)
The product may have internal or external filter,
depending on the model. To attach the water filter,
follow the instructions below.

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3.9.1.Fixing external filter
on the wall (Optional)
AWARNING: Do not fix the filter on the
product.
Check to see the following parts are supplied with
your product’s model:
1. Connector (1 piece): Used to attach the water
hose to the rear of the product.
2. Faucet adapter (1 piece): Used for connection
to the cold water mains.
3. Porous filter (1 piece)
4. Hose clip (3 pieces): Used to fix the water
hose on the wall.
5. Filter connecting apparatus (2 pieces): Used to
fix the filter on the wall.
6. Water filter (1 piece): Used to connect the
product to the water mains. Water filter is not
necessary when using carboy connection.
1. Connect the faucet adaptor to the water mains
valve.
2. Determine the location to fix the external filter.
Fix the filter’s connecting apparatus (5) on the
wall.
3. Attach the filter in upright position on the filter
connecting apparatus, as indicated on the
label. (6)
4. Attach the water hose extending from the top
of the filter to the product’s water connection
adaptor, (see 3.6.)
After the connection is established, it should look
like the figure below.
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6

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3.9.2.Internal filter
The internal filter provided with the product is not
installed upon delivery; please follow the instructions
below to install the filter.
1. “Ice Off” indicator must be active while
installing the filter. Switch the ON-OFF
indicator using the “Ice” button on the screen.
Water line:
Carboy line:
2. Remove the vegetable bin (a) to access the
water filter.
a
CDo not use the first 10 glasses of
water after connecting the filter.

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3. Remove the water filter by-pass cover by
pulling.
CA few drops of water may flow out
after removing the cover; this is
normal.
4. Place the water filter cover into the
mechanism and push to lock in place.
5. Push the “Ice” button on the screen again to
cancel the “Ice Off” mode.
CThe water filter will clear certain foreign
particles in the water. It will not clear the
microorganisms in the water.
CSee section 5.2 for activating the filter
replacing period.

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4 Preparation
4.1. What to do for energy saving
mehmet
AConnecting the product to electronic
energy-saving systems is harmful, as it
may damage the product.
• Do not keep the refrigerator doors open for
long periods.
• Do not place hot food or beverages into the
refrigerator.
• Do not overfill the refrigerator; blocking the
internal air flow will reduce cooling capacity.
• The energy consumption value specified for
the refrigerator was measured with the freezer
compartment’s upper shelf removed, other
shelves and the lowest drawers in place and
under maximum load. The top glass shelf can
be used, depending on the shape and size of
food to be frozen.
• Depending on the product’s features;
defrosting frozen foods in the cooler
compartment will ensure energy saving and
preserve food quality.
• Since hot and humid air will not directly
penetrate into your product when the doors
are not opened, your product will optimize
itself in conditions sufficient to protect your
food. Functions and components such as
compressor, fan, heater, defrost, lighting,
display and so on will operate according to
the needs to consume minimum energy under
these circumstances.
• The baskets/drawers that are provided with the
chill compartment must always be in use for
low energy consumption and for better storage
conditions.
• Food contact with the temperature sensor in
the freezer compartment may increase energy
consumption of the appliance. Thus any
contact with the sensor(s) must be avoided.
• Make sure the foods are not in contact with
the cooler compartment temperature sensor
described below.
4.2. First Use
Before using your refrigerator, make sure the
necessary preparations are made in line with
the instructions in “Safety and environment
instructions” and “Installation” sections.
• Keep the product running with no food inside
for 6 hours and do not open the door, unless
absolutely necessary.
CA sound will be heard when the
compressor is engaged. It is normal to
hear sound even when the compressor is
inactive, due to the compressed liquids
and gasses in the cooling system.
CIt is normal for the front edges of the
refrigerator to be warm. These areas are
designed to warm up in order to prevent
condensation.
CIn some models, the indicator panel
automatically turns off 5 minutes after
the door has closed. It will be reactivated
when the door has opened or pressed on
any key.

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5 Using the product
5.1. Indicator panel
Indicator panels may vary depending on the model of your product.
Audial and visual functions of the indicator panel will assist in using the refrigerator.
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1. Cooler compartment indicator
2. Error status indicator
3. Temperature indicator
4. Vacation function button
5. Temperature adjustment button
6. Compartment selection button
7. Freezer Compartment indicator
8. Economy mode indicator
9. Vacation function indicator
*optional
C*Optional: The figures in this user guide are intended as drafts and may not perfectly match your
product. If your product does not comprise the relevant parts, the information pertains to other models.

Refrigerator / User Guide 19 / 37 EN
Using the product
1. Cooler compartment indicator
The cooler compartment light will turn on when
adjusting the cooler compartment temperature.
2. Error status indicator
This sensor will activate if the refrigerator is not
cooling adequately or in case of sensor fault. When
this indicator is active, the freezer compartment
temperature indicator will display "E" and the
cooler compartment temperature indicator will
display "1, 2, 3..." etc. numbers. The numbers on
the indicator serve to inform the service personnel
about the fault.
3. Temperature indicator
Indicates the temperature of the freezer and cooler
compartments.
4.Vacation function button
To activate this function, press and hold the
Vacation button for 3 seconds. When the Vacation
function is active, the cooler compartment
temperature indicator displays the inscription
"- -" and no cooling process will be active in
the cooling compartment. This function is not
suitable to keep food in the cooler compartment.
Other compartments will remain cooled with the
respective temperature set for each compartment.
Push the Vacation button ( ) again to cancel
this function.
5. Temperature adjustment button
Respective compartment's temperature varies in
-24°C..... -18°C and 8°C...1°C ranges.
6. Compartment selection button
Use the refrigerator compartment selection
button to toggle between the cooler and freezer
compartments.
7. Freezer Compartment indicator
The freezer compartment light will turn on when
adjusting the cooler compartment temperature.
8. Economy mode indicator
Indicates the refrigerator is running on energy-
saving mode. This indicator will be active when
the temperature in the freezer compartment is set
to -18°C.
9.Vacation function indicator
Indicates the vacation function is active.