Malfunctions
7 Malfunctions
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 a handling
error. In this case you will have to be charged for the costs
incurred, even during the warranty period. You may be able to
rectify the following faults yourself:
Appliance does not work.
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The appliance is not switched on.
Switch on the appliance.
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The power plug is not properly inserted in the wall socket.
Check power plug.
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The fuse of the wall socket is not in order.
Check fuse.
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The compressor runs for a long time.
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The compressor switches to a low speed when little cold is
needed. Although the running time is increased as a result,
energy is saved.
This is normal in energy-saving models.
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SuperCool is switched on.
The compressor runs longer to cool the food quickly. This is
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normal.
Excessive noise.
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Due to the various speed steps, speed-regulated* compres-
sors can generate different running noises.
The sound is normal.
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A bubbling and gurgling noise.
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This noise comes from the refrigerant flowing in the refriger-
ation circuit.
The sound is normal.
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A quiet clicking noise.
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The noise is produced whenever the refrigeration unit
(motor) automatically switches on or off.
The sound is normal.
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A hum. It is briefly a little louder when the refrigeration
unit (the motor) switches on.
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Refrigeration increases automatically when the Fast-Freeze
function is activated, fresh food has just been placed in the
appliance or the door has been left open for a while.
This noise is normal.
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The ambient temperature is too high.
Solution: (see 1.2)
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The outer surfaces of the appliance are warm*.
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The heat of the refrigeration circuit is used to prevent
condensate from forming.
This is normal.
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The temperature is not cold enough.
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The door of the appliance is not properly closed.
Close the door of the appliance.
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Insufficient ventilation.
Keep ventilation grille clear, and clean it.
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The ambient temperature is too high.
Solution: (see 1.2) .
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The appliance was opened too frequently or for too long.
Wait to see whether the appliance reaches the required
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temperature by itself. If not, please contact the after sales
service (see Maintenance).
The appliance is too close to a source of heat (stove, heater
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etc).
Change the position of the appliance or the source of heat.
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8 Decommissioning
8.1 Switching off the appliance
Fig. 2 (1) for approx. 2 seconds.
u Press On/Off button
w A long beep is emitted. The temperature display is dark. The
appliance is switched off.
w If the appliance cannot be switched off, the child lock func-
tion is active (see 5.1) .
8.2 Taking the appliance out of service
u Empty the appliance.
u Switch off the appliance (see Decommissioning).
u Remove mains connector.
u Clean the appliance (see 6.2) .
u Leave the door open to prevent odour.
9 Disposing of the appliance
The appliance contains some reusable materials
and should be disposed of properly - not simply
with unsorted household refuse. Appliances which
are no longer needed must be disposed of in a
professional and appropriate way, in accordance
with the current local regulations and laws.
When disposing of the appliance, ensure that the refrigeration
circuit is not damaged to prevent uncontrolled escape of the
refrigerant it contains (data on type plate) and oil.
u Disable the appliance.
u Pull out the plug.
u Cut through the connecting cable.
* Depending on model and options