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Defrosting
Defrosting Defrosting
Defrosting
To achieve better cooling and to save energy, defrost the appliance regularly. To start the defrosting process
disconnect the plug or turn off the fuse. Remove the food items and keep covered at a cool location. When the
ice has melted, wipe the condensate away and dry the device interior. You may then restart the device by
connecting the plug and turning the temperature control.
CAUTION
CAUTION CAUTION
CAUTION::::
Never use metal objects (e.g. knives) for removing ice from the vaporizer. The vaporizer could be damaged.
A defect vaporizer could cause serious damages.
NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: NOTE:
In order to speed up the defrosting process, you may put a bowl of warm water (about 50°C) into the freezer
chamber.
Operating noise
Operating noise Operating noise
Operating noise
Type of sound
Type of sound Type of sound
Type of sound Cause / solution
Cause / solution Cause / solution
Cause / solution
Normal Normal Normal Normal
noise
noise noise noise
Mumbling Caused by the compressor during its operation.
This is stronger when it turns on or off.
Liquid sounds Caused by the circulation of the refrigerant in the appliance.
Click sounds The temperature control turns the compressor on or off.
Disturbing noises Vibration of the shelves or cooling coils – check if those are securely fastened.
Switching Switching Switching Switching off off off off
Dis Dis Dis Disconnect the mains plug or switch off the fuse in order to switch connect the mains plug or switch off the fuse in order to switch connect the mains plug or switch off the fuse in order to switch connect the mains plug or switch off the fuse in order to switch off the off the off the off the appliance appliance appliance appliance....
If the appliance is out of use for long periods:
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Remove the appliance content.
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Thoroughly clean the appliance (see ”Cleaning”).
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Leave open the appliance door to prevent unpleasant odours.
Tips for Energy saving Tips for Energy saving Tips for Energy saving Tips for Energy saving
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Disconnect the plug if you do not use the appliance.
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Do not install the appliance near stoves, heaters or other heat sources. In case of higher ambient tempera-
tures, the compressor will run more frequently and longer.
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Ensure sufficient ventilation at the bottom and rear side. Never block ventilation openings.
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Allow warm dishes to cool down before putting them in the appliance.
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Do not adjust the temperature colder than necessary.
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Make sure that the temperature in the freezer does not rise above -18°C.
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Do not open the door longer than necessary.
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The appliance should be defrosted regularly.
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The seal of the appliance door must be completely intact, so that the door closes properly.