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Always store food covered or packed in order to pre-
vent drying-out and transfer of odor or taste onto
other food items. You may pack the food with e.g.
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Polyethylene plastic
bags or foil
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Plastic bowl with lid
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Special plastic covers
with elastic strip
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Aluminum foil
Recommendations
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Store fresh packed items on the glass shelves,
fresh fruits and vegetables in the vegetable box.
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Place bottles in the door storage rack.
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By the air circulation different climate zones aris-
es.
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The coldest zone is located at the rear and the
lower fridge part. Recommended for the stor-
age of foods such as fish, sausages and meat.
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The warmest zone is located at the door and
the upper fridge part. Suitable for the storage
of e.g. cheese and butter.
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Let warm food cool down first.
Operating noise
Type of sound
Cause
Mumbling
Compressor during its operation
Liquid sounds
Circulation of the refrigerant
Click sounds
The temperature control turns the
compressor on or off
Disturbing
noises
Vibration of the shelves or cooling
coils
Switching off
To switch off the appliance turn the temperature con-
trol to the off state.
If the appliance is out of use for long periods:
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Remove the appliance content.
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Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
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Clean the appliance thoroughly (see ”Cleaning
and Maintenance”).
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Leave open the appliance door to prevent un-
pleasant odours.
Tips for Energy saving
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Disconnect the appliance from the power supply,
if it isn’t in use.
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Do not install the appliance near stoves, heaters
or other heat sources. In case of higher ambient
temperatures, the compressor will run more fre-
quently 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
into the appliance.
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Do not adjust the temperature colder than neces-
sary.
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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 complete-
ly intact, so that the door closes properly.
Cleaning and Maintenance
WARNING:
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Always disconnect the appliance from the power
supply before cleaning and user maintenance.
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Do not use steam cleaners for cleaning the appli-
ance; moisture could enter electrical components.
Risk of electric shock! Hot steam could damage
the plastic parts.
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The appliance must be dry before restarting oper-
ation.
CAUTION:
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Do not use a wire brush or other sharp, abrasive
items.
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Do not use any acidic or abrasive detergents.
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Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Cleaning the appliance including interior
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Clean the appliance interior, the exterior surfaces,
the accessories and the door seal regularly with
warm water and mild detergent.
