Grundig GTM 14141 FN User manual

GTM 14141 FN
EN / DE
58 5567 0000/AB
Refrigerator
User Manual
Kühlschrank/Gefrierschrank
Bedienungsanleitung

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Contents
1. Safety and environment
instructions 5
1.1.1 HC warning ..........................7
1.1.2 For models with water
dispenser ......................................7
1.3 Child safety .............................7
1.4 Compliance with WEEE
Directive and Disposing of the
Waste Product ..............................8
1.5 Compliance with RoHS
Directive ........................................8
1.6 Package information ..............8
2. Your Refrigerator 9
3. Installation 10
3.1 Appropriate installation
location .......................................10
3.2 Installing the plastic
wedges ........................................11
3.3 Electrical connection ........11
3.4 Adjusting the legs .............12
4. Preparation 14
4.1 Things to be done for energy
saving ..........................................14
4.2 Initial use ...........................15
5. Using your refrigerator 16
5.1 Freezing .............................16
5.2 Cooling ..............................18
6. Maintenance and cleaning 19
6.1 Avoiding bad odours..........19
6.2 Protecting the plastic
surfaces .....................................19
7. Troubleshooting 20

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Please read this manual first!
Dear Customer,
We hope that your product, which has been produced in modern plants
and checked under the most meticulous quality control procedures, will
provide you an effective service
For this, we recommend you to carefully read the entire manual of your
product before using it and keep it at hand for future references.
The user manual will help you use the product in a fast and safe way.
Will help you use your appliance in a fast and safe way.
Read the manual before installing and operating your product.
Follow the instructions, especially those for safety.
Keep the manual in an easily accessible place as you may need it later.
Besides, read also the other documents provided with your product.
Please note that this manual may be valid for other models as well.
Symbols and their descriptions
This instruction manual contains the following symbols:
CImportant information
or useful usage tips.
AWarning against
dangerous conditions
for life and property.
BWarning against
electric voltage.
Packaging materials
of the product are
manufactured from
recyclable materials
in accordance with our
National Environment
Regulations.
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SUPPLIER’S NAME MODEL IDENTIFIER (*)
INFORMATION
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The model information as stored in the product data base
can be reached by entering following website and searching
for your model identifier (*) found on energy label.
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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
A WARNING:
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 children. The device
can only be used by such
persons under supervision
and instruction of a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should not be
allowed 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 socket 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 compartment 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 circuit
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
doing anything.
• Plug the product into an
earthed socket. Earthing
must be done by a qualified
electrician.
• If the product has LED
type lighting, contact the
authorised service for
replacing 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
electric 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 moving
parts inside the product.
• Do not step or lean on the
door, drawers and similar
parts of the refrigerator. This
will cause the product to fall
down and cause damage to
the parts.
• Take care not to trap the
power cable.

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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.
C The 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 (6.2
bar). If your water pressure
exceeds 80 psi (5.5 bar), 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 plumbers 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 requiring controlled
temperatures (vaccines,
heat sensitive medication,
medical supplies, etc.) in the
refrigerator.
• The manufacturer assumes
no responsibility for any
damage due to misuse or
mishandling.
• Original spare parts will
be provided for 10 years,
following the product
purchasing 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.

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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.
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. Your Refrigerator
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Figures in this user manual are schematic and may not
match the product exactly. If the subject parts are not
included in the product you have purchased, then those parts
are valid for other models.
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1. Dairy compartment
2. Egg tray (1 pcs.)
3. Door shelves
4. Bottle shelf
5. Bottle gripper
6. Air grill
7. Crisper
8. Crisper cover
9. Defrost water collection
channel - Drain tube
10. Movable shelves
11. Interior light & Thermostat
knob
12. a.) Freezing compartment
& ice tray (for
models) b.) Frozen food
compartment & ice tray (for
models)
13. Bottle shelf

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3. Installation
To make the product ready for
use, make sure that the electricity
installation is appropriate before
calling the Authorised Service
Agent. If not, call a qualified
electrician to have any necessary
arrangements carried out.
C
Preparation of the
location and electrical
installation at the place
of installation is under
customer's responsibility.
B
Product must not be
plugged in during
installation. Otherwise,
there is the risk of death
or serious injury!
B
WARNING: Manufacturer
shall not be held liable for
damages that may arise
from procedures carried
out by unauthorised
persons.
A
WARNING: Prior to
installation, visually
check if the product has
any defects on it. If so,
do not have it installed.
Damaged products cause
risks for your safety.
C
Make sure that the power
cable is not pinched or
crushed while pushing
the product into its place
after installation or
cleaning procedures.
3.1 Appropriate
installation location
A
WARNING: If the door
of the room where the
product will be placed
is too small for the
product to pass, then the
product's doors must be
removed and the product
must be turned aside to
pass it through.
• Choose a place at where
you would use the product
comfortably.
• Install the product at least 30
cm away from heat sources
such as hobs, ovens, heater
cores and stoves and at least 5
cm away from electrical ovens.
Product must not be subjected
to direct sun light and kept in
humid places after installation.
• Appropriate air ventilation
must be provided around your
product in order to achieve an
efficient operation. If
the product is to be placed in a
recess in the wall, pay attention
to leave at least 5 cm distance
with the ceiling and side walls.
• Do not place the product on
the materials such as rugs or
carpets.
• Place the product on an even
floor surface to prevent jolts.
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If two coolers are to be
installed side by side,
there should be at least
4 cm distance between
them.

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3.2 Installing the
plastic wedges
Plastic wedges are used to create
the distance for the air circulation
between the product and the rear
wall. Insert the 2 plastic wedges
onto the rear ventilation cover as
illustrated in the figure. To install
the wedges, remove the screws
on the product and use the screws
given in the same pouch with the
wedges.
3.3 Electrical connection
Connect the product to a grounded
outlet protected by a fuse
complying with the values in the
rating plate. Our company shall
not be liable for any damages that
will arise when the product is used
without grounding in accordance
with the local regulations.
• Electrical connection
must comply with national
regulations.
• Power cable plug must be within
easy reach after installation.
• The voltage and allowed fuse or
breaker protection are specified
in the Rating Plate which is
affixed to interior of the product.
If the current value of the fuse
or breaker in the house does
not comply with the value in the
rating plate, have a qualified
electrician install a suitable
fuse.
• The specified voltage must be
equal to your mains voltage.
• Do not make connections via
extension cables or multi-plugs.
B
WARNING: Damaged
power cable must
be replaced by the
Authorised Service
Agents.
B
WARNING: If the
product has a failure, it
should not be operated
unless it is repaired by
the Authorised Service
Agent! There is the risk
of electric shock!

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3.4 Adjusting the legs
If your refrigerator is unbalanced;
You can balance your refrigerator
by turning its front legs as
illustrated in the figure. The corner
where the leg exists is lowered
when you turn in the direction of
black arrow and raised when you
turn in the opposite direction.
Taking help from someone to
slightly lift the refrigerator will
facilitate this process.

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Reversing the doors
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4. Preparation
4.1 Things to be done
for energy saving
A
Connecting the product
to electric energy saving
systems is risky as it may
cause damage on the
product.
• For a freestanding appliance;
‘this refrigerating appliance is
not intended to be used as a
built-in appliance.
• Do not leave the doors of your
refrigerator open for a long
time.
• Do not put hot food or drinks in
your refrigerator.
• Do not overload the refrigerator.
Cooling capacity will fall when
the air circulation inside is
hindered.
• Do not place the refrigerator in
places subject to direct sunlight.
Install the product at least 30
cm away from heat sources
such as hobs, ovens, heater
cores and stoves and at least 5
cm away from electrical ovens.
• Pay attention to store your
food in refrigerator in closed
containers.
• You can load maximum
amount of food to the
freezer compartment of the
refrigerator by removing the
freezer compartment drawers.
Declared energy consumption
value of the refrigerator was
determined with the freezer
compartment drawers
removed,except if available
bottom drawer and with
maximum amount of food
loaded.
• There is no risk in using a
shelf or drawer suitable for the
shapes and sizes of the foods to
be frozen.
• Thawing frozen food in fridge
compartment will both provide
energy saving and preserve the
food quality.
• 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.
CThe ambient temperature
of the room where you
install the refrigerator
should at least be
-15°C. Operating your
refrigerator under colder
conditions than this is not
recommended.
CInside of your refrigerator
must be cleaned
thoroughly.

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CIf two coolers are to be
installed side by side,
there should be at least
4 cm distance between
them.
4.2 Initial use
Before starting to use the product,
check that all preparations are
made in accordance with the
instructions in sections "Important
instructions for safety and
environment" and "Installation".
• Clean the interior of the
refrigerator as recommended in
the “Maintenance and cleaning”
section. Check that inside of it is
dry before operating it.
• Plug the refrigerator into the
grounded wall outlet. When
the door is opened the interior
illumination will turn on.
• Run the refrigerator without
putting any food for 6 hours
and do not open its door unless
certainly required.
CYou will hear a noise
when the compressor
starts up. The liquids and
gases sealed within the
refrigeration system may
also give rise to noise,
even if the compressor
is not running and this is
quite normal.
CFront edges of the
refrigerator may feel
warm. This is normal.
These areas are designed
to be warm to avoid
condensation.
CFor energy efficiency, it
is recommmended to
remove top shelf and
load food on the shelf
below.Net volume of your
appliance is declared
without top two flaps and
the top shelf in place.
Place two ice pack ( if
provided ) directly on the
top of frozen food to be
stored on top shelf
CIn some models, the
instrument 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.
• 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.

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CFigures in this user manual are schematic and may not match the
product exactly. If the subject parts are not included in the product
you have purchased, then those parts are valid for other models.
5. Using your refrigerator
The operating temperature is
regulated by the temperature
control.
1 = Lowest cooling setting
(Warmest setting)
5 = Highest cooling setting
(Coldest setting)
(Or)
Min. = Lowest cooling setting
(Warmest setting)
Max. = Highest cooling setting
(Coldest setting)
The average temperature inside
the fridge should be around +5°C.
Please choose the setting
according to the desired
temperature.
You can stop operation of
your appliance by turning the
thermostat knob to “0” position.
Please note that there will be
different temperatures in the
cooling area.
The coldest region is immediately
above the vegetable compartment.
The interior temperature also
depends on ambient temperature,
the frequency with which the door
is opened and the amount of food
kept inside.
Frequently opening the door
causes the interior temperature to
rise.
For this reason, it is recommended
to close the door again as soon as
possible after use.
5.1 Freezing
Freezing food
The freezing compartment is
marked with this symbol.
You can use the appliance for
freezing fresh food as well as for
storing pre-frozen food.
Please refer to the
recommendations given on the
packaging of your food.
• Attention
Do not freeze fizzy drinks, as the
bottle may burst when the liquid in
it is frozen.

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Be careful with frozen products
such as coloured ice-cubes.
Do not exceed the freezing capacity
of your appliance in 24 hours. See
the rating label.
In order to maintain the quality
of the food, the freezing must be
effected as rapidly as possible.
Thus, the freezing capacity will not
be exceeded, and the temperature
inside the freezer will not rise.
• Attention
Keep the already deep-frozen food
always separated with freshly
placed food.
When deep-freezing hot food, the
cooling compressor will work until
the food is completely frozen. This
can temporarily cause excessive
cooling of the refrigeration
compartment.
If you find the freezer door difficult
to open just after you have closed
it, don’t worry. This is due to the
pressure difference which will
equalize and allow the door to
open normally after a few minutes.
You will hear a vacuum sound just
after closing the door. This is quite
normal.
Making ice cubes
Fill the ice-cube tray 3/4 full with
water and place it in the freezer.
As soon as the water has turned
into ice, you can take out the ice
cubes.
Never use sharp objects such as
knives or forks to remove the ice
cubes. There is a risk of injury!
Let the ice cubes slightly thaw
instead, or put the bottom of
the tray in hot water for a short
moment.
Storing frozen food
The frozen food compartment is
marked with symbol.
The frozen food compartment is
suitable for the storage of pre-
frozen food. The recommendation
for storage, as stated on the food
packaging, should be observed at
all times.
Defrosting of the appliance
Excessive build-up of ice will affect
the freezing performance of your
device.
It is therefore recommended that
you defrost your appliance at least
twice a year, or whenever the ice
build-up exceeds 7 mm.
Defrost your device when there is
only little or no food in it.
Take out the deep-frozen food.
Wrap the deep-frozen food in
several layers of paper, or a
blanket, and keep it in a cold place.
Unplug the appliance or switch
off the circuit breaker to start the
defrosting process.
Take out the accessories (like
shelf, drawer etc.) from the
appliance and use a suitable
container to collect the thawing
water.

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Use a sponge or a soft cloth to
remove thawing water if necessary
at the freezing compartment
and frozen food
compartment
Keep the door open during
defrosting.
For quicker defrosting, place
containers with warm water inside
the appliance.
Never use electrical devices,
defrosting sprays or pointed or
sharp-edged objects such as
knives or forks to remove the ice.
After the defrosting is done, clean
the inside.
Reconnect the appliance to the
mains. Place the frozen food into
the drawers and slide the drawers
into the freezer.
5.2 Cooling
Food storage
The fridge compartment is for the
short-term storage of fresh food
and drinks.
Store milk products in the intended
compartment in the refrigerator.
Bottles can be stored in the bottle
holder or in the bottle shelf of the
door.
Raw meat is best kept in
a polyethylene bag in the
compartment at the very bottom of
the refrigerator.
Allow hot food and beverages to
cool to room temperature prior to
placing them in the refrigerator.
• Attention
Store concentrated alcohol in a
container only standing upright
and tightly closed.
• Attention
Do not store explosive substances
or containers with flammable
propellant gases (canned cream,
spray cans etc.) in the appliance.
There is a danger of explosion.
Defrosting of the appliance
The fridge compartment defrosts
automatically. The thawing water
flows through the drain channel
into a collection container at the
back of the appliance.
During defrosting, water droplets
form at the back wall of the fridge
due to the evaporation.
If not all of the drops run down,
they may freeze again after
defrosting completes. Remove
them with a soft cloth dampened
with warm water. Do not use hard
or sharp objects.

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6. Maintenance
and cleaning
Service life of the product extends
and frequently faced problems
decrease if cleaned at regular
intervals.
BWARNING: Unplug the
product before cleaning it.
• Never use gasoline, benzene or
similar substances for cleaning
purposes.
• Never use any sharp and
abrasive tools, soap, household
cleaners, detergent and wax
polish for cleaning.
• Dissolve one teaspoon of
carbonate in half litre of water.
Soak a cloth with the solution
and wrung it thoroughly. Wipe
the interior of the refrigerator
with this cloth and the dry
thoroughly.
• Make sure that no water enters
the lamp housing and other
electrical items.
• If you will not use the
refrigerator for a long period of
time, unplug it, remove all food
inside, clean it and leave the
door ajar.
• Check regularly that the door
gaskets are clean. If not, clean
them.
• To remove door and body
shelves, remove all of its
contents.
• Remove the door shelves by
pulling them up. After cleaning,
slide them from top to bottom to
install.
• Never use cleaning agents or
water that contain chlorine to
clean the outer surfaces and
chromium coated parts of
the product. Chlorine causes
corrosion on such metal
surfaces
6.1 Avoiding bad odours
Materials that may cause odour
are not used in the production of
our refrigerators. However, due
to inappropriate food preserving
conditions and not cleaning the
inner surface of the refrigerator
as required can bring forth the
problem of odour. Pay attention to
following to avoid this problem:
• Keeping the refrigerator clean
is important. Food residuals,
stains, etc. can cause odour.
Therefore, clean the refrigerator
with carbonate dissolved in
water every 15 days.Never use
detergents or soap.
• Keep the food in closed
containers.Microorganisms
spreading out from uncovered
containers can cause
unpleasant odours.
• Never keep the food that have
expired best before dates and
spoiled in the refrigerator.
6.2 Protecting the
plastic surfaces
Do not put liquid oils or oil-
cooked meals in your refrigerator
in unsealed containers as they
damage the plastic surfaces of
the refrigerator. If oil is spilled or
smeared onto the plastic surfaces,
clean and rinse the relevant part
of the surface at once with warm
water.

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7. Troubleshooting
Please review this list before calling the service. It will save your time
and money. This list includes frequent complaints that are not arising
from defective workmanship or material usage. Some of the features
described here may not exist in your product.
The refrigerator does not operate.
• The plug is not inserted into the socket correctly. >>> Insert the plug
into the socket securely.
• The fuse of the socket which your refrigerator is connected to or the
main fuse have blown out. >>> Check the fuse.
Condensation on the side wall of the fridge compartment
(MULTIZONE, COOL CONTROL and FLEXI ZONE).
• Door has been opened frequently. >>> Do not open and close the
door of refrigerator frequently.
• Ambient is very humid. >>> Do not install your refrigerator into highly
humid places.
• Food containing liquid is stored in open containers. >>> Store food
with liquid content in closed containers.
• Door of the refrigerator is left ajar. >>> Do not leave the doors of your
refrigerator open for a long time.
• Thermostat is set to a very cold level. >>> Set the thermostat to a
suitable level.
Compressor is not running
• Protective thermic of the compressor will blow out during sudden
power failures or plug-out plug-ins as the refrigerant pressure in
the cooling system of the refrigerator has not been balanced yet. The
refrigerator will start running approximately after 6 minutes. Please
call the Authorised Service Agent if the refrigerator does not start at
the end of this period.
• The fridge is in defrost cycle. >>> This is normal for a full-
automatically defrosting refrigerator. Defrosting cycle occurs
periodically.
• The refrigerator is not plugged into the socket. >>> Make sure that
the plug is fit into the socket.
• Temperature settings are not made correctly. >>> Select the suitable
temperature value.
• There is a power outage. >>> Refrigerator returns to normal
operation when the power restores.
The operation noise increases when the refrigerator is running.