Brandt TCA 160 WE User manual

Gebrauchsanweisung
Tisch-Kühlautomat
Mode d’emploi
Réfrigérateur automa-
tique table top
Gebruiksaanwijzing
Tafelmodel koelkast
Operating Instructions
Automatic refrigerator
TCA 160 WE
2222632-34

Dear customer,
Before placing your new refrigerator/freezer into operation please read these operating instructions
carefully. They contain important information for safe use, for installation and for care of the appliance.
Please keep these operating instructions for future reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the
appliance.
These operating instructions are for use with several technically comparable models with varying acces-
sories. Please observe the notes which apply to your model.
Notes which are important for your safety or for the proper functioning of the appliance are stressed
with a warning triangle and/ or with signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Attention!). Please observe the
following carefully.
This symbol guides you step by step in the operation of the appliance.
Supplementary information regarding operation and practical applications of the appliance appear after
this symbol.
Tips and notes concerning economical and environmentally sound use of the appliance are marked with
the cloverleaf.
The operating instructions contain instructions for the correction of possible malfunctions by the user in
the section "What to do if ...". If these instructions should not be sufficient, our customer service depart-
ment is always available to you.
Printed on paper manufactured with environmentally sound processes.
he who thinks ecologically acts accordingly ...
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Contents
Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Appliance Packaging Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Disposal of old Appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Remove transport safeguard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Installation Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Your refrigerator needs air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Detaching the worktop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Mounting under a continuous worktop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Rehingeing the door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Prior to Initial Start–Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
View of the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Starting up and temperature regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Interior Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Storage shelves/wire trays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Variable door interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
VARIO glass storage shelf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Correct storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
The fridge defrosts automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Switching off the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Energy Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
What to do if ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Correcting Malfunctions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Changing the light bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Noises during Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Regulations, Standards, Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Technical Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
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Safety
The safety aspects of our refrigerators/freezers comply with accepted technical standards and the German
Appliance Safety Law.
Nevertheless, we consider it our obligation to make you aware of the following safety information:
Intended use
• The refrigerator is intended for use in the home. It is suitable for the storing of food at low tempera-
ture. If the appliance is used for purposes other than those intended or used incorrectly, no liability can
be accepted by the manufacturer for any damage that may be caused.
• Alterations or changes to the refrigerator are not permitted for reasons of safety.
• If you use the refrigerator in a commercial application or for purposes other than the cooling of foods,
the manufacturer accepts no liability for any damages which may occur.
Prior to initial start–up
• Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable. Important: if the supply cable
is damaged, it must be replaced by authorised service or qualified personnel using a special cable of
the same type.
• Check the appliance for transport damage. Under no circumstance should a damaged appliance be
plugged in. In the event of damage, please contact your supplier.
Refrigerant
The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural
gas with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable.
• During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that none of the components of the
refrigerant circuit become damaged.
• If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged:
– avoid open flames and sources of ignition;
– thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.
Safety of children
• Packaging (e.g. wraps, polystyrene) can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suffocation! Keep
packaging material away from children!
• Please make old appliances unusable prior to disposal. Pull out the mains plug, cut off the mains cable,
break or remove spring or bolt catches, if fitted. By doing this you ensure that children cannot lock
themselves in the appliance when playing (there is risk of suffocation!) or get themselves into other
dangerous situations.
• Often children cannot recognise the hazards present in household appliances. It is therefore important
that you ensure adequate supervision and never let children play with the appliance!
Daily Operation
• Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low temperatures. There is a risk of an explo-
sion! Do not store any containers with flammable materials such as spray cans, fire extinguisher refill
cartridges etc in the refrigerator and/or freezer.
• Do not operate any electrical appliances in the refrigerator and/or freezer (e.g. electric ice cream mak-
ers, mixers etc.).
• Before cleaning the appliance, always switch off the appliance and unplug it, or pull the house fuse or
switch off the circuit breaker.
• When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not pull on the cable.
In case of malfunction
• If a malfunction occurs on the appliance, please look first in the "What to do if ..." section of these
instructions. If the information given there does not help, please do not perform any further repairs
yourself.
• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by
inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact our Customer Service.
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Disposal
Appliance Packaging Information
All materials are environmentally friendly. They can be dumped or burned at an incinerating plant with-
out danger.
About the materials: The plastics can be recycled and are identified as follows:
>PE< for polyethylene, e.g. the outer covering and the bags in the interior.
>PS< for polystyrene foam, e.g. the pads, which are all free of chlorofluorocarbon.
The carton parts are made from recycled paper and should be disposed of at a waste-paper recycling col-
lection location.
Disposal of old Appliances
For environmental reasons, refrigeration appliances must be disposed of properly. This applies to your old
appliance, and - at the end of its service life - for your new appliance as well.
Warning! Before disposing of old appliances make them inoperable. Remove plug from mains, sever the
power cable, remove or destroy any snap or latch closures. This eliminates the danger that playing chil-
dren lock themselves into the appliance (danger of suffocation!) or place themselves into other life-
endangering situations.
Disposal:
• The appliance may not be disposed of with domestic waste or bulky refuse.
• The refrigerant circuit, especially the heat exchanger at the back of the appliance, must not be dam-
aged.
• Information concerning collection schedules or locations can be obtained from your local Council or
Environmental Health Office.
Remove transport safeguard
The appliance and the interior fittings are protected for transport.
Pull off the adhesive tape on the left and right side of the door.
You can remove any remnants of adhesive using white spirit.
Remove all adhesive tape and packing pieces from the interior of the appliance.
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Installation
Installation Location
The appliance should be set up in a well ventilated, dry room.
Energy use and efficient performance of the appliance is affected by the ambient temperature.
The appliance should therefore
– not be exposed to direct sunlight;
– not be installed next to radiators, cookers or other sources of heat;
– only be installed at a location whose ambient temperature
corresponds to the climate classification, for which the appliance is designed.
The climate classification can be found on the rating plate, which is located at the left on the inside of
the appliance.
The following table shows which ambient temperature is correct for each climate classification:
Climate classification for an ambient temperature of
SN +10 to +32 °C
N+16 to +32 °C
ST +18 to +38 °C
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If your refrigerator is installed under a continuous work-
top, an air outlet opening of at least 200 cm2and a ven-
tilation grille (A/B) matching the worktop design should
be provided at the rear of the worktop.
The cut surfaces of the worktop (C) should be varnished
to avoid swelling due to penetration of moisture.
The appliance wall distance must be at least 30 mm and
should be checked before the ventilation grille is insert-
ed.
Special accessories:
A Ventilation grille, brown
B Ventilation grille, white
If installation next to a source of heat is unavoidable, the following minimum clearances must be main-
tained at the sides of the appliance:
– for electric cookers 3 cm;
– for oil and coal fired ranges 30 cm.
If these clearances cannot be maintained a heat insulating pad is required between the cooker and the
refrigeration appliance.
If the refrigeration appliance is installed next to another refrigerator or freezer a clearance of 5 cm at
the sides is required, in order to prevent the formation of condensation on the outside of the appliance.
Your refrigerator needs air
The refrigerating unit of your refrigerator is designed for maintenance-free operation. What it should
never lack is good ventilation. Air is supplied under the door through the ventilation slot between the
refrigerator an storage surface. Air is extracted through the upper ventilation grille. Never obstruct these
openings by plinth screens or crockery.
AEG36
A/B 200 cm2
105
C
570
550 93-103
AEG56
F
GH
Detaching the worktop
After the worktop has been removed the appliance can be installed underneath a continuous worktop.
The procedure is as follows:
Unscrew the Philips screws (F) on the right and the left.
Lift the worktop slightly, push it about 20 mm towards
the rear, and lift it off upwards (G).
Unscrew the holding bracket (H) and keep it in a safe
place.
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Mounting under a continuous worktop
If installed under a continuous worktop, the appliance is
fastened with a mounting screw (A) under the panel.
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Reversing the door
The side at which the door opens can be changed from the right side (as supplied) to the left side, if the
installation site requires.
Warning! When changing the side at which the door opens, the appliance must not be connected to the
mains. Remove plug from the mains beforehand.
Tilt the appliance slightly towards the rear and prop it
securely.
Unscrew the door hinge screws (K) and remove the hinge
pin bracket (1).
Open the door a little way and take it out downwards.
Unscrew the upper pin (A) and screw it into place on the
opposite side.
Fit the door into the upper pin (A) and close it.
Screw the hinge pin bracket (1) securely into place on
the opposite side using the screws (K).
Unscrew the handle. Refit it on the opposite side after
having pushed in the plugs with a punch. Cover the
holes left open with the plugs contained in the docu-
mentation pack.
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AEG75
AEG97
K
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A
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➀Butter/cheese compartment with flap
➁Door storage compartment
➂Bottle shelf
➃Vegetable basket
➄Storage shelves
➅Temperature regulator and light switch
➆Rating plate
Description of the appliance
View of the appliance
Prior to Initial Start–Up
Please clean the appliance interior and all accessories prior to initial start-up (see section: “Cleaning and
Care”).
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Electrical Connection
The plug socket necessary for connection of your appliance to the electricity supply should be positioned
so that it is possible to pull out the appliance plug.
If your appliance is installed under a continuous work-
top, the plug socket should be provided as shown.
Alternatively a concealed spur socket fitted with a 13 A
fuse may be fitted.
If the socket is not accessible once the appliance is built
in, the electrical installation must include suitable means
of isolating the appliance from the mains (e.g. fuse, cut-
out, current trip or similar with a minimum contact sep-
aration of 3 mm).
130
300
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☞Before initial start-up, refer to the appliance serial plate to ascertain if supply voltage and current values
correspond with those of the mains at the installation location.
e.g.: AC 220 ... 240 V 50 Hz or
220 ... 240 V ~50 Hz
(i.e. 220 to 240 volts alternating current, 50 Hertz).
The rating plate is inside the appliance on the left.
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Starting up and temperature regulation
Insert the plug of the connection lead into the plug socket with protective earth contact.
When the refrigerator compartment door is opened, the internal lighting is switched on.
The temperature selector knob is located on the RH side of the
refrigerator compartment.
Setting “0” means: Off.
Turning clockwise in direction “1”:
Refrigerating unit on, the latter then operating automatically.
Setting “1” means:
Hightest temperature, warmest setting.
Setting “6” (end-stop) means:
Lowest temperature, coldest setting.
At a low ambient temperature of around 16°C, setting “1” should be selected. At ambient temperatures
of around 25°C, select setting “2”. If you require a lower temperature, select setting “3” or “4”.
Important!
High ambient temperatures (e.g. on hot summer days) and a cold setting on the temperature regulator
(position”5” to “6”) can cause the compressor to run continuously.
Reason: when the ambient temperature is high, the compressor must run continuously to maintain the
low temperature in the appliance. The fridge will not be able to defrost since automatic defrosting of the
fridge is only possible when the compressor is not running (see also "Defrosting" section). The result is
the build up of a thick layer of frost on the fridge rear wall.
If this happens, turn the temperature regulator back to a warmer setting (position “3” to “4”). At this set-
ting the compressor will be switched on and off as usual and automatic defrosting recommenced.
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Interior Accessories
Storage shelves/wire trays
Various glass or plastic storage shelves and wire trays are included with your appliance - different models
have different combinations.
You should always slide one of the full size glass storage shelf into the lowest set of guides, above the
fruit and the vegetable containers, and keep it in this position.
The height of the storage shelves can be adjusted:
To do this pull the storage shelf forward until it can be swivelled upwards or downwards and removed.
Please do the same in reverse to insert the shelf at a different height.
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VARIO glass storage shelf (not for all models)
Your appliance is equipped with two half size glass storage shelves.
Variable door interior
Depending on your requirements, the storage compartments on the door can be removed and repositio-
ned in a different place.
Storing tall items:
Slide the front half of the Vario storage shelf in another
level to the rear. By this means you will gain space to
place tall items on the storage shelf below.
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Correct storage
➀Butter and cheese
➁Eggs, tubes, preserves
➂Drinks
➃Cheese storage, fruit, and vegetables
➄Meat, salami, cold cuts, dairy produce
➅Ready meals, pastries, preserves
The length of storage time depends on the type of food - see manufacturer’s instructions.
For physical reasons, there are different temperature regions in the fridge. The coldest regio is on the
lowest storage shelf. Warmer regions are the top storage shelf, the vegetable basket and the storage
compartments on the door.
Tip: Food in the fridge should always be covered or packaged, to prevent drying and tainting of other
food.
The following are suited for packaging:
– Polyethylene airtight bags and wraps;
– Plastic containers with lids;
– Special plastic covers with elastic;
– aluminium foil.
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Defrosting
The fridge defrosts automatically
The rear wall of the fridge covers with frost when the compressor is running, and defrosts when the
compressor is off. The water from the thawing frost evaporates by itself.
Switching off the appliance
To switch off the appliance, turn the temperature regulator to position "0".
If the appliance is not going to be used for an extended period:
Remove all refrigerated packages.
Switch off the appliance by turning the thermostat knob to position "0".
Remove the mains plug or switch off or disconnect from the electricity supply.
Clean thoroughly (see section: “Cleaning and Care”).
Leave the door open to avoid the build up of odours.
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Energy Saving Tips
• Do not install the appliance near cookers, radiators or other sources of warmth. High ambient tempera-
tures cause longer, more frequent operation of the compressor.
• Ensure sufficient air circulation and exhaust at the appliance base and at the back wall of the applian-
ce. Never cover air vent openings.
• Do not place warm foods into the appliance. Allow warm foods to cool first.
• Only leave door open as long as necessary.
• Do not set temperature any colder than necessary.
• Always keep the heat emitting condenser, the metal grille on the rear wall of your appliance clean.
Cleaning and Care
For hygienic reasons the appliance interior, including interior accessories, should be cleaned regularly.
Warning!
• The appliance may not be connected to the mains during cleaning. Danger of electrical shock! Before
cleaning switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or turn out the
circuit breaker or fuse.
• Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture could accumulate in electrical components,
danger of electrical shock! Hot vapours can lead to the damage of plastic parts.
• The appliance must be dry before it is placed back into service.
Important!
• Ethereal oils and organic solvents can attack plastic parts, e.g.
– lemon juice or the juice from orange peel;
– butyric acid;
– cleansers which contain acetic acid.
Do not allow such substances to come into contact with appliance parts.
• Do not use any abrasive cleansers.
Remove the food from the refrigerator. Store it in a cool place, well covered.
Switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or turn out the circuit
breaker or fuse.
Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and lukewarm water. Commercially available
dish washing detergents may also be used.
After cleaning wipe with fresh water and rub dry.
Accumulation of dust at the condenser increases energy consumption. For this reason carefully clean the
condenser at the back of the appliance once a year with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner.
Check the water drain hole on the rear wall of the fridge.
Clear a blocked drain hole with the aid of the green peg in the
pack of accessories included with the appliance.
After everything is dry place appliance back into service.
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Unusual noises.
Appliance is not level.
The appliance is touching the wall or
other objects.
A component, e.g. a pipe, on the rear
of the appliance is touching another
part of the appliance or the wall.
Readjust the feet.
Move the appliance slightly.
If necessary, carefully bend the component out
of the way.
Carefully warm the leaking sections of the door
seal with a hair dryer (on a cool setting). At the
same time shape the warmed door seal by hand
such that it sits correctly.
Door seal is not air tight (possibly
after reversing the door).
Heavy build up of frost, possibly also
on the door seal.
Malfunction
Appliance does not work.
The food is too warm.
Appliance cools too much.
Possible Cause
Appliance is not switched on.
Mains plug is not plugged in or is
loose.
Fuse has blown or is defective.
Socket is defective.
Temperature is set too cold.
Mains malfunctions are to be corrected by an
electrician.
Remedy
Switch on the appliance.
Insert mains plug.
Check fuse, replace if necessary.
Turn the temperature regulator to a warmer
setting temporarily.
Temperature is not properly adjusted. Please look in the "Initial Start Up" section.
Door was open for an extended peri-
od. Open the door only as long as necessary.
A large quantity of warm food was
placed in the appliance within the
last 24 hours.
Turn the temperature regulator to a colder set-
ting temporarily.
The appliance is near a heat source. Please look in the "Installation location"section.
Light bulb is defective. Please look in the "Changing the Light Bulb”.Interior lighting does not work.
What to do if ...
Correcting Malfunctions
Spare parts:
The following spare parts can be ordered from our local Service Centre. You can fit these yourself with-
out any special skill or training, e.g.:
– butter/cheese compartment,
– egg holders,
– door racks,
– fruit and vegetable drawers,
– storage racks
A malfunction may be caused by only a minor fault that you can rectify yourself using the following
instructions. Do not perform any other work on the appliance if the following information does not pro-
vide assistance in your specific case.
Important! Repairs to refrigerators/freezers may only be performed by competent service engineers.
Improper repairs can give rise to significant hazards for the user. If your appliance needs repairing, please
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Customer Service
If you cannot find the remedy for a malfunction in these operating instructions, please contact your dea-
ler or our customer service department. Addresses and telephone numbers are listed in the accompanying
booklet "Guarantee Conditions/Customer Service Locations".
Selective ordering of replacement parts can save unnecessary travel and costs. For this reason always pro-
vide the following appliance information:
• Model Name
• Model Number (PNC)
• Serial Number (S-No.)
This information can be found on the serial plate in the interior at the left of the appliance. We recom-
mend that you enter this information here, so that it is handy if needed.
Note: The customer bears the costs of unjustified customer service calls even during the guarantee peri-
od.
Malfunction Possible Cause Remedy
The compressor does not start imme-
diately after changing the tempera-
ture setting.
This is normal, no error has occurred. The compressor starts after a period of time.
Water drain hole is blocked. See the "Cleaning and Care" section.
Water on the floor or on storage
shelves.
Changing the light bulb
Warning! There is a risk of electric shocks! Before changing the light bulb, switch off the appliance and
unplug it, or pull the fuse or the circuit breaker.
Light bulb data: 220-240 V, max. 15 W
To switch off the appliance, turn the temperature regulator to position "0".
Unplug the mains plug.
To change the light bulb, undo the screw.
Press the light bulb cover as shown and slide it backwards.
Change the defective light bulb.
Refit the light bulb cover and the screw.
Put the refrigerator back into operation.
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Noises during Operation
The following noises are characteristic of refrigeration appliances:
•Clicks Whenever the compressor switches on or off, a click can be heard.
•Humming As soon as the compressor is in operation, you can hear it humming.
•Bubbling/ When refrigerant flows into thin tubes, you can hear bubbling or splashing noises. Even
Splashing after the compressor has been switched off, this noise can be heard for a short time.

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Regulations, Standards, Guidelines
This appliance was designed for household use and was manufactured in accordance with the appropri-
ate standards. The necessary measures in accordance with appliance safety legislation regulations (GSG),
accident prevention regulations for refrigeration appliances (VBG 20) and the regulations of the German
Society of Electrical Engineers (VDE) were observed in the manufacture of this appliance.
The refrigerant circuit has been checked for leaks.
This appliance is in accordance with the following EU guidelines:
– 73/23/EWG dated 19 February 1973 - low voltage guidelines.
– 89/336/EWG dated 3 May 1989
(including guideline change notice 92/31/EWG) - EMV guideline.
Technical terminology
•Refrigerant
•Refrigerant
Circuit
•Evaporator
•Compressor
•Condenser
Liquids that can be used to a generate a cooling effect are known as refrigerants. They
have a relatively low boiling-point, indeed so low, that the warmth from the food sto-
red in the fridge or freezer can cause the refrigerant to boil and vaporise.
Closed circulation system that contains the refrigerant. The refrigerant circuit compri-
ses primarily of an evaporator, a compressor, a condenser and pipe work.
The refrigerant is evaporated in the evaporator. Similar to all other liquids, refrigerant
requires heat to evaporate. This heat is removed from the interior of the appliance, as a
result the interior is cooled. The evaporator is therefore located inside the appliance or
placed in foam immediately behind the inner wall and thus not visible.
The compressor looks like a small drum. It is driven by a built-in electric motor and is
mounted on the base of the appliance at the rear. The task of the compressor is to
draw in vaporised refrigerant from the evaporator, to compress it, and to pass it on to
the condenser.
The condenser normally has the form of a grid. The refrigerant compressed in the com-
pressor is liquefied in the condenser. During this process, heat is released to the surro-
unding air at the surface of the condenser. The condenser is mounted on the base of
the appliance.