LIEBHERR 3036 Freezer User Guide

User Guide

freezer

20220405  7086438 – 00

SGN(ef) 3036

The manufacturer works constantly on the further development of all the types and models. Therefore please understand that we have to reserve the right to make design, equipment and technical modifications.

To get to know all the benefits of your new appliance, please read the information contained in these instructions carefully.

The instructions apply to several models. Differences may occur. Text relating only to specific appliances is marked with an asterisk (*).

Instructions are marked with a , and results are marked with a .

1 Appliance at a glance

1.1 Description of appliance and equipment

Note
Shelves, drawers and baskets are arranged for optimum energy efficiency on delivery.

Fig. 1

(1) Rear transport handles                  (6) VarioSpace
(2) Operating and control elements    (7) Drawers
(3) NoFrost                                        (8) Type plate
(4) Drawer for herbs and berries        (9) Adjusting feet
(5) Freezer pack*                                (10) Front transport handles, rear transport castors

1.2 Appliance range of use

Intended use

The appliance is only suitable for cooling food products in a domestic or household-like environment. This includes, for example, use:
– in staff kitchens, bed and breakfast establishments,
– by guests in country houses, hotels, motels and other accommodation,
– for catering and similar services in the wholesale trade.
The appliance is not suitable as a built-in unit.
All other types of use are not permitted.

Foreseeable misuse

The following applications are expressly forbidden:
– Storing and refrigerating medicines, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar substances and products based on the Medical Device Directive 2007/47/EC
– Use in areas at risk of explosions
Misusing the appliance may lead to damage to the goods stored or they may spoil.

Climate classifications

Depending on the climate classification the appliance is designed to operate in restricted ambient temperatures. The climate classification applying to your appliance is printed on the rating plate.

Note
Keep to the specified ambient temperatures in order to guarantee that the appliance works properly.

The appliance will work properly down to a lower ambient temperature of 5 °C.

1.3 Conformity

The refrigerant circuit has been tested for leaks. This device complies with the applicable safety regulations and with the directives 2014/35/EU, 2014/30/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU, 2010/30/EU and 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available on the following website: www.Liebherr.com

1.4 EPREL database

Details about energy labelling and ecodesign requirements will be available on the European product database (EPREL) from 1st March 2021. You can access the product database at the following link: https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/ You will be asked to enter the model ID. You can find the model ID on the nameplate.

1.5 External dimensions of the appliance

Fig. 2

x For appliances supplied with wall spacers, the measurement increases by 35 mm (see 4.2 Installing the appliance).

1.6 Saving energy

– Pay attention to good ventilation. Do not cover ventilation holes or grids.
– Do not install the appliance in direct sunlight, next to an oven, radiator or similar.
– Energy consumption depends on the installation conditions, e.g. the ambient temperature (see 1.2 Appliance range of use). A warmer ambient temperature can increase the energy consumption.
– Open the appliance for as short a time as possible.
– The lower the temperature is set the higher the energy consumption.
– Keep all food properly packed and covered. This prevents frost from forming.
– Inserting warm food: allow to cool down to room temperature first.

Dust deposits increase energy consumption:
– For refrigerators with heat exchangers dust the metal grid on the back of the appliance once a year.

2 General safety information

Danger for the user:

– This device can be used by children and people with impaired physical, sensory or mental abilities or with a lack of experience and knowledge provided that they are supervised or have received instruction in the safe use of this device, and about the resulting hazards. Children must not play with this appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance work must not be carried out by children without adult supervision. Children aged between 3 and 8 are allowed to load and unload the appliance. Children below the age of 3 must be kept away from the appliance unless they are under continuous adult supervision.
– When disconnecting the appliance from the supply, always take hold of the plug. Do not pull the cable.
– In the event of a fault pull out the mains plug or deactivate the fuse.
– Do not damage the mains power cable. Do not operate the appliance with a defective mains power cable.
– Repairs, interventions on the appliance and the replacement of mains connection line may only be carried out by After-Sales Service or other suitably trained specialist personnel.
– Only assemble, connect and dispose of the appliance according to the instructions.
– Please keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any subsequent owners.

Fire hazard:

– The coolant used (information on the model plate) is eco-friendly but also flammable. Any leaking coolant may ignite.

• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit pipes.
• Do not handle ignition sources inside the appliance.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the appliance (e.g. steam cleaners, heaters, ice cream makers, etc.).
• If the refrigerant leaks: remove any naked flames or ignition sources from the vicinity of the leakage point. Properly air the room. Inform customer services.

– Do not store explosives or sprays using combustible propellants such as butane, propane, pentane, etc. in the appliance. To identify these spray cans, look for the list of contents printed on the can, or a flame symbol. Gases possibly escaping may ignite due to electrical components.
– Keep burning candles, lamps and other items with naked flames away from the appliance so that they do not set the appliance on fire.
– Please be sure to store alcoholic drinks or other packaging containing alcohol in tightly closed containers. Any alcohol that leaks out may be ignited by electrical components.

Danger of tipping and falling:

– Do not misuse the plinth, drawers, doors etc. as a step or for support. This applies particularly to children.

Danger of food poisoning:

– Do not consume food which has been stored too long.

Danger of frostbite, numbness and pain:

– Avoid prolonged skin contact with cold surfaces or refrigerated/frozen goods or take protective measures, e.g wear use gloves.

Danger of injury and damage:

– Hot steam can lead to injury. Do not use electrical heating or steam cleaning equipment, open flames or defrosting sprays to defrost.
– Do not use sharp implements to remove the ice.

Risk of crushing:

– Do not hold the hinge when opening and closing the door. Fingers may get caught.

Symbols on the appliance:

 The symbol can be located on the compressor. It refers to the oil in the compressor and indicates the following danger: Swallowing or inhaling can be fatal. This is only relevant for recycling. There is no danger in normal operation.

This symbol is found on the compressor and indicates the danger of flammable materials. Do not remove the sticker.

A sticker to this effect may be applied to the rear of the appliance. It refers to the foam-padded panels in the door and/or the housing. This is only relevant for recycling. Do not remove the sticker.

Please observe the specific information in the other sections:

| DANGER| identifies a situation involving direct danger which, if not obviated, may result in death or severe bodily injury.
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| WARNING| identifies a dangerous situation which, if not obviated, may result in death or severe bodily injury.
| CAUTION| identifies a dangerous situation which, if not obviated, may result in minor or medium bodily injury.
| NOTICE| identifies a dangerous situation which, if not obviated, may result in damage to property.
| Note| It contains useful instructions and tips.

3 Controls and displays

3.1 Operating and control elements

Fig. 3

(1) Up setting button          (7) On/Off button
(2) Down setting button      (8) SuperFrost button
(3) Menu symbol                (9) Alarm button
(4) Alarm symbol                (10) Power failure symbol
(5) SuperFrost symbol        (11) Child-proofing symbol
(6) Temperature display

3.2 Temperature display

During normal operation, the display shows:
– the highest freezing temperature

The temperature display flashes if/when:
– You change the temperature setting
– The appliance is not cold enough after switching on
– The temperature rises by several degrees

Stripes flash in the display if/when:
– The freezer temperature exceeds 0 °C.

The following displays indicate a fault. Possible causes and solutions: (see 7 Malfunctions).
– to
– The power failure symbol flashes.

4 Putting into operation

4.1 Transporting the appliance

Transport the appliance only in suitable packaging.
Transport the appliance upright.
Do not transport the appliance on your own.

4.2 Installing the appliance

WARNING
Fire hazard due to dampness!
If live parts or the mains lead become damp this may cause short circuits.
The appliance is designed for use in enclosed areas. Do not operate the appliance outdoors or in areas where it is exposed to splash water or damp conditions.

WARNING
Improper use!
Fire. If a mains cable/plug comes into contact with the back of the appliance, the mains cable/plug can be damaged by appliance vibrations and this may result in a short circuit.
Stand the appliance so that it is not touched by connectors or main cables.
Do not connect any appliances to sockets in the area of the back of the appliance.
Multi-sockets/power distributors and other electronic appliances (such as halogen transformers) may not be placed and operated at the back of appliances.

WARNING
Leaking coolant and oil!
Fire. The coolant contained in the appliance is eco-friendly, but also flammable. The oil contained in the appliance is flammable. Escaping coolant and oil can ignite if the concentration is high enough and in contact with an external heat source.
Do not damage the pipelines of the coolant circuit and the compressor.

WARNING
Fire hazard and danger of damage!
Do not place appliances emitting heat e.g. microwaves, toasters etc. on the appliance!

NOTICE
Covered vents!
Damage. Appliance can overheat, which can reduce the service life of various parts of the appliance and lead to operational impairments.
Always make sure there is good ventilation.
Always keep vents or ventilation grids in the appliance housing and in the kitchen furniture (fully integrated appliance) unobstructed.

If your appliance is not a side-by-side (SBS) appliance:

NOTICE
Risk of damage due to condensate!
Do not install the appliance directly alongside a further refrigerator/freezer.

Before you connect the appliance, report any damage immediately to the delivery company.
The floor of the installation site must be horizontal and even.
Do not install the appliance in direct sunlight, next to an oven, radiator or similar.
The best place for installation is a dry and well ventilated room.
Install the appliance with the rear panel up against the wall and always use the supplied wall spacers (see below).
Only ever move the appliance when it is empty.
The surface supporting the appliance must be at the same level as the surrounding floor.
Do not install the appliance on your own.
The more coolant there is in the appliance, the larger the room in which the appliance is installed must be. If the room is too small, any leak may create a flammable mixture of gas and air. For each 8 g of coolant the installation space must be at least 1 m³. Information on the coolant is on the model plate inside the appliance.
Detach the connecting cable from the rear of the appliance, removing the cable holder at the same time because otherwise there will be vibratory noise!

Remove the protective film from the outside of the appliance.*

NOTICE
Risk of damage from stainless steel care products!
The stainless steel doors and stainless steel side panels are treated with a premium surface finish.
Stainless steel care products attack these surfaces.
Only use a soft, clean cloth to wipe down finished door and side panel surfaces and painted door and side panel surfaces. To remove heavy dirt, use a little water or neutral detergent. Alternatively, you can use a micro-fibre cloth.

Remove all transit supports.
The spacers supplied with some appliances must be used to achieve the stated energy consumption. These will extend the depth of the appliance by approx. 35 mm. The appliance is fully functional if the spacers are not used, but does have a slightly higher energy consumption.
In the case of an appliance with enclosed wall spacers, mount the wall spacers on the back of the appliance at the top left and right.

Dispose of packaging material (see 4.5 Disposing of packaging).
Align the appliance so that it stands firmly and on a level by applying the accompanying spanner to the adjustable-height feet (A) and using a spirit level.

When a Side-by-Side appliance (S…) is fitted together with a second appliance (as a SBS combination):
Proceed according to the Side-by-Side combined fridge-freezer installation instructions. (Accessories bag of the SBS freezer/appliance with freezer compartment)

Note
Clean the appliance (see 6.2 Cleaning the appliance).

If the appliance is installed in a very damp environment, condensate may form on the outside of the appliance.
Always see to good ventilation at the installation site.

4.3 Changing over the door hinges

You can change over the door hinges if necessary.

NOTICE
Risk of damage to side-by-side appliances due to condensation!
When a side-by-side appliance (S…) is fitted together with a second appliance (as a SBS combination), the door hinges must remain as delivered.
Do not change over the door hinges.

Ensure that the following tools are to hand:
Torx® 25
Torx® 15
Screwdriver
Battery-powered screwdriver, if necessary
Second person for fitting work, if needed

4.3.1 Detaching the door

Fig. 4

Close the door.
Pull off the cover (10) forwards and upwards.
Lift off the cover (11).

CAUTION
Risk of injury if the door tips!
Take good hold of the door.
Set down the door carefully.

 Unscrew the upper turn hinge (12) (2x Torx® 25) (13) and lift it off.
Lift off the door and set it aside.

4.3.2 Changing the bearing parts

Fig. 5

Lift out the bearing pin Fig. 5 (22) together with washer Fig. 5 (23) and adjustable-height foot Fig. 5 (24).
Lift off the stopper Fig. 5 (21).
Unscrew Fig. 5 (26) the turn hinge Fig. 5 (25).
Unscrew Fig. 5 (29) the bearing element Fig. 5 (28) , transfer it to the opposite location hole of the turn hinge and screw it firmly into place.
Carefully lift off the cover on the handle side Fig. 5 (27), undo the screw Fig. 5 (40) and transfer both to the opposite side.
Screw the turn hinge Fig. 5 (25) firmly into place on the new hinge side, possibly using a cordless screwdriver (with 4 Nm).
Re-insert the stopper Fig. 5 (21) into the other hole.
Re-insert the bearing pin Fig. 5 (22) together with the washer and adjustable- height foot. In so doing, pay attention that the locating lug points backwards

4.3.3 Transferring the handle

Transfer the spring clamp Fig. 6 (31): Depress the latch nose and pull the spring clamp off over it.
Slide the spring clamp into place on the new hinge side until it clicks into place.

Fig. 6

Fig. 7

Lift the stopper (33) out of the door bearing bush and transfer it.
Dismantle the door handle (32), stoppers (33) and pressure plates (34) and transfer to the opposite side.
When fitting the pressure plates on the opposite side, make sure they snap properly into place.

4.3.4 Fitting the door

Place the door from above onto the lower bearing pin Fig. 5 (22).
Close the door.
Insert the upper turn hinge (12) in the door on the new hinge side.
Screw the upper turn hinge (12) firmly into place (with 4 Nm) (2x Torx® 25) (13). Possibly make preliminary holes with a bradawl or use a cordless screwdriver.
Snap the cover (10) and cover (11) into place at the opposite side.

4.3.5 Aligning the door

Align the door to the appliance housing by way of the two oblong holes in the bottom turn hinge Fig. 5 (25). To do so, unscrew the middle screw.

WARNING
Risk of injury due to the door dropping out!
If the bearing parts are not screwed into place firmly enough, the door may drop out. This may lead to severe injuries. What is more, the door may not close and therefore the appliance may fail to cool properly.
Screw the turn hinges firmly into place with 4 Nm.
Check all of the screws and retighten if necessary.

4.4 Sliding into the row of units

Fig. 8

x For appliances with supplied wall spacers, add 35 mm (see 4.2 Installing the appliance) to the dimensions.
The appliance can be built into kitchen units. A top cupboard Fig. 8 (2) can be added above the appliance in order to bring the appliance Fig. 8 (1) up to the height of the fitted kitchen units.
The appliance can be installed right next to the kitchen cabinet Fig. 8 (3). The appliance must protrude by depth Fig. 8 (B) from the front of the cabinet so that the doors can be opened fully.
The appliance may protrude further depending on the depth of the kitchen cabinets and whether wall spacers are used.

NOTICE
Danger of overheating due to insufficient air ventilation!
The compressor may be damaged if there is insufficient air ventilation.
Take care to ensure adequate air ventilation.
Observe the ventilation requirements.

Ventilation requirements:
– At the back of the top cabinet, there must be an air outlet shaft with depth Fig. 8 (D), spanning the entire width.

– The ventilation shaft Fig. 8 (C) must be observed under the ceiling.
– The wider the ventilation clearance, the more efficiently the appliance will run.
If the appliance is installed with the hinges next to a wall Fig. 8 (4), the distance Fig. 8 (E) between the appliance and the wall must be observed. This is how far the handle protrudes when the door is open.

4.5 Disposing of packaging

WARNING
Danger of suffocation due to packing material and plastic film!
Do not allow children to play with packing material.

The packaging is made of recyclable materials:
– corrugated board/cardboard
– expanded polystyrene parts
– polythene bags and sheets
– polypropylene straps
– nailed wooden frame with polyethylene panel*
Take the packaging material to an official collecting point.

4.6 Connecting the appliance

NOTICE
Failure to connect properly
Damage to the electronics.
Do not use a standalone inverter.
Do not use an energy saving plug.

WARNING
Failure to connect properly
Fire hazard.
Do not use an extension cable.
Do not use distributor blocks.

The type of current (alternating current) and voltage at the installation site have to conform with the data on the type plate (see 1 Appliance at a glance).
The socket must be properly earthed and fused. The tripping current for the fuse must be between 10 A and 16 A.
The socket must be easily accessible so that the appliance can be quickly disconnected from the supply in an emergency. It must be outside the area of the rear of the appliance.
Check the electrical connection.
Plug in the power plug.

4.7 Switching on the appliance

Note
The manufacturer recommends:
Store frozen produce at -18 °C or colder.

Switch on the appliance approx. 2 hours before loading for the first time.
 Press On/Off button Fig. 3 (7).
The temperature display and the alarm symbol flash until the temperature is sufficiently low. If the temperature is above 0 °C, dashes flash. If it is below, the current temperature flashes.
To cool the interior as quickly as possible when the appliance is first put into operation, the appliance runs at a high rate, i.e. compressor runs at higher speeds. Therefore the noise level is a little higher for a short time. Afterwards the appliance continues to operate quietly in the  energy-saving, normal mode.
If “DEMO” is displayed, demo mode is activated. Please contact the after sales service.

5 Control

5.1 Brightness of the temperature display

You can adjust the brightness of the temperature display to the light conditions of the room in which the appliance is installed.
The function works with the door closed and is not relevant for appliances with a concealed screen.

5.1.1 Adjusting the brightness

The brightness is adjustable between (no illumination) and  (maximum luminosity).
To activate the setting mode: press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (8) for about 5 s.
The display indicates .
The menu symbol Fig. 3 (3) shines.
Using the Up setting button Fig. 3 (1) or Down setting button, Fig. 3 (2), select .
To confirm: briefly press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (8).
To make the display brighter: press Up button Fig. 3 (1).
To make the display darker: press Down button Fig. 3 (2).
To confirm: press SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (8).
The brightness is adjusted to the new value.
To deactivate the set-up mode: press On/Off button Fig. 3 (7).
-or-
Wait for 5 minutes.
The temperature is indicated again in the temperature display.

5.2 Child proofing

The child-proofing function enables you to make sure that the appliance is not inadvertently switched off by playing children.

5.2.1 Setting the child lock function

To activate the setting mode: press SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (8) for about 5 s.
 flashes on the display.
The menu symbol Fig. 3 (3) shines.
Briefly press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (8).to confirm.
When is indicated in the display:
T to activate the child lock, briefly press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (8).
The child lock symbol Fig. 3 (11) shines. flashes in the display.
When is indicated in the display:
to deactivate the child lock, briefly press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (8).
The child lock symbol Fig. 3 (11) goes out. flashes in the display.
To deactivate the set-up mode: press On/Off button Fig. 3 (7).
-or-
Wait for 5 minutes.
The temperature is indicated again in the temperature display.

5.3 Door alarm

An audible warning sounds if the door is open for longer than 60 seconds.
The audible warning stops automatically when the door is closed.

5.3.1 Muting the door alarm

The audible alarm can be muted when the door is open. The sound switch-off function is active as long as the door is left open.
Press alarm button Fig. 3 (9).
The door alarm is silenced.

5.4 Temperature alarm

The audible alarm sounds if the freezer temperature is not cold enough.
The temperature display and the alarm symbol Fig. 3 (4) flash at the same time.

The cause of the temperature being too high may be:
– warm fresh food was placed inside
– too much warm ambient air flowed in when rearranging and removing food
– Prolonged power outage
– the appliance is faulty

The audible alarm is automatically silenced, the alarm symbol Fig. 3 (4) goes out and the temperature display stops flashing when the temperature is sufficiently cold again.
If the alarm status persists: (see 7 Malfunctions).

Note
Food may be spoilt if the temperature is not cold enough.
Check the quality of the food. Do not consume spoiled food.

5.4.1 Muting the temperature alarm

The audible alarm can be muted. When the temperature is
sufficiently cold again, the alarm function is active again.
Press alarm button Fig. 3 (9).
The audible alarm is silenced.

5.5 Freezing food

The rating plate indicates the maximum quantity of fresh food you can freeze within 24 hours (see 1 Appliance at a glance) under “Freezing capacity … kg/24h”.
Each drawer can hold a max. of 25 kg of frozen food.
The shelves can each be loaded with 35 kg of frozen food.
If the door cannot be opened right after having been closed, due to vacuum, please wait about 2 minutes until pressure returns to normal.

CAUTION
Risk of injury due to broken glass!
Bottles and cans containing drinks may burst when being frozen. This applies particularly to sparkling drinks.
Do not freeze bottles and cans containing drinks!

So that the food is rapidly frozen through to the core, do not exceed the following quantities per pack
– Fruit, vegetables up to 1 kg
– Meat up to 2.5 kg
Pack the food in portions in freezer bags, reusable plastic, metal or aluminium containers

5.6 Thawing food

– in the refrigerator compartment
– in a microwave oven
– in a conventional or fan oven
– at room temperature
Remove only as much food as is required. Use thawed food as quickly as possible.
Food once thawed should be re-frozen only in exceptional cases.

5.7 Setting the temperature

The appliance is pre-set for normal operation.
The temperature can be set between -14 °C and -28 °C, the recommended temperature is -18 °C.
To set the temperature higher: press Up button Fig. 3 (1).
To set the temperature lower: press Down button Fig. 3 (2).
When the button is pressed the first time, the previous value is indicated in the temperature display.
To change the temperature in 1 °C steps: briefly press the button.
-or-
To change the temperature continuously: hold down the button.

The value is displayed flashing during the setting operation.
The actual temperature is displayed approx. 5 seconds after the button is last pressed. The temperature gradually adjusts to the new value.

5.8 SuperFrost

With this function you can freeze fresh food quickly through to the core. The appliance operates with maximum refrigeration. The noise of the refrigeration unit may be temporarily louder as a result.
You can freeze as many kilograms of fresh food within 24 hrs as is indicated on the type plate under “Freezing capacity … kg/24hrs”. This maximum freezing quantity can vary depending on model and climate class.
You have to activate SuperFrost in good time, depending on how much fresh food is to be frozen: about 6 hours before placing the food inside in case of small amounts and about 24 hours in advance in case of the maximum amount of food to be frozen.
Wrap produce and spread it out as far as possible. Do not allow produce to be frozen to touch produce that is already frozen to prevent the latter thawing.
You do not have to activate SuperFrost in the following cases:
– when placing frozen food in the freezer
– when freezing up to approx. 2 kg fresh food daily

5.8.1 Freezing with SuperFrost

Briefly press the SuperFrost button Fig. 3 (8) once.
The SuperFrost symbol Fig. 3 (5) shines.
The freezing temperature drops, the appliance operates with the maximum cooling capacity.
For a smaller quantity of produce to be frozen:
wait approx. 6 h.
Place wrapped produce in the deep bottom drawers.
For the maximum quantity of produce to be frozen:
wait approx. 24 h.

Remove the deep bottom drawers and place produce directly on the bottom shelves.
SuperFrost is automatically deactivated. Depending on the quantity placed inside, after 30 h at the earliest, 65 h at the latest.
The SuperFrost symbol Fig. 3 (5) extinguishes once freezing is completed.
Place produce in the drawers and push the latter back in again.
The appliance continues to operate in the energy-saving, normal mode.

5.9 Drawers

Note
The energy consumption increases and the cooling performance decreases if there is insufficient ventilation.
For appliances with NoFrost:
Leave the bottom drawer in the appliance!
Always keep the air slits of the fan free at the rear wall!

To store frozen food directly on the shelves pull the drawer forward and lift it out.

5.10 Shelves

5.10.1 Moving shelves

To remove the shelf: lift up at the front and pull out.
To put the shelf back: simply push in as far as it will go.

5.11 VarioSpace

You can remove the shelves and drawers. This leaves more room for larger food items such as poultry, meat, large game and tall baked goods, which can be frozen whole before further preparation.

 Each drawer can hold max. 25 kg of frozen food.
 The shelves can each be loaded with 35 kg of frozen food.

5.12 Drawer for herbs and berries

In the drawer for herbs and berries you can freeze, berries, herbs, vegetables and other small items of food without them sticking together. Items being frozen will largely retain their shape, and it will be easier to remove exactly the right quantity later on.

5.12.1 Using the special drawer for herbs and berries

Spread the items out loosely in the special drawer for herbs and berries.
Allow the food to freeze through for 10 to 12 h.
Transfer the frozen food to freezer bags or containers.
Store freezer bags or containers in a drawer. u To thaw the items, spead them out loosely again.

5.13 Freezer pack

Freezer packs prevent the temperature rising too quickly should there be a power cut.

5.13.1 Using freezer packs

Put the freezer packs in the herbs and berries section to save space.
Put the fully frozen freezer packs on the frozen food in the top front section of the freezer compartment.

6 Maintenance

6.1 Defrosting with NoFrost

The NoFrost system automatically defrosts the appliance.
The moisture condenses on the evaporator, is periodically defrosted and evaporates.
The appliance does not have to be manually defrosted.

6.2 Cleaning the appliance

Clean the appliance regularly.

WARNING
Risk of injury and damage as a result of hot steam!
Hot steam can lead to burns and can damage the surfaces.
Do not use any steam cleaners!

NOTICE
Incorrect cleaning damages the appliance!
Do not use cleaning agents in concentrated form.
Do not use any scouring or abrasive sponges or steel wool.
Do not use any sharp or abrasive cleaning agents, nor any that contain sand, chloride or acid.
Do not use chemical solvents.
Do not damage or remove the type plate on the inside of the appliance. It is important for the customer service.
Do not pull off, bend or damage cables or other components.
Do not allow any cleaning water to enter the drain channel, ventilation grille or electrical parts.
Please use soft cleaning cloths and a universal pH-neutral cleaning agent.
Please use cleaning and care products suitable for contact with foodstuffs in the appliance interior.

Empty appliance.
Pull out the power plug.

Clean plastic outer and inner surfaces with lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid.

Only use a soft clean cloth to wipe side walls with a paint finish. In the case of heavy soiling, use lukewarm water with neutral cleaning agent.
Use only a soft clean cloth to wipe door surfaces with a paint finish. In the case of heavy soiling, use a little water or neutral cleaning agent. A micro-fibre cloth can be used optionally.*

Do not apply stainless steel cleaning agent to glass or plastic surfaces to prevent them from being scratched. Darker areas at the beginning and quite an intensive colour of the stainless steel surface are normal.*

NOTICE
Risk of damage from stainless steel care products!
The stainless steel doors and stainless steel side panels are treated with a premium surface finish.
Stainless steel care products attack these surfaces.
Only use a soft, clean cloth to wipe down finished door and side panel surfaces and painted door and side panel surfaces. To remove heavy dirt, use a little water or neutral detergent. Alternatively, you can use a micro-fibre cloth.

Clean drawers by hand with lukewarm water and a little washing up liquid.
Clean other items of equipment by hand with lukewarm water and a little washing-up liquid.

After cleaning:

Wipe dry the appliance and items of equipment.
Connect the appliance and switch it on again.
Switch on SuperFrost (see 5.8 SuperFrost).
When the temperature is sufficiently cold:
Put the food back inside.

6.3 Customer service

First check whether you can rectify the fault yourself (see 7 Malfunctions). If you cannot rectify the problem, contact Customer Services. You can find the address in the enclosed Customer Service Directory.

WARNING
Unprofessional repair!
Injuries.
Have any repairs and action – not expressly specified – on the appliance and mains cable carried out by service personnel only. (see 6 Maintenance)
A damaged mains cable may only be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s Customer Service or a similarly qualified person.
In the case of appliances with an IEC connector, the change may be made by the customer.

Read the appliance designation Fig. 9 (1), service No. Fig. 9 (2) and serial No. Fig. 9 (3) off the model plate located inside the appliance on the left- hand side.
Fig. 9
Notify the customer service, specifying the fault, appliance designation Fig. 9 (1), service No. Fig. 9 (2) and serial No. Fig. 9 (3).
This will help us to provide you with a faster and more accurate service.
Keep the appliance closed until the customer service arrives.
The food will stay cool longer.
Pull out the mains plug (not by pulling the connecting cable) or switch off the fuse.

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.
→ The appliance is not switched on.
Switching on the appliance.
→ The power plug is not properly inserted in the wall socket.
Check power plug.
→ The fuse of the wall socket is not in order.
Check fuse.

The compressor runs for a long time.
→ 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.
→ SuperFrost is activated.
The compressor runs for longer in order to rapidly cool the food. This is normal.

*A LED on the bottom rear of the appliance (at the compressor) flashes regularly every 15 seconds.**
→ The inverter is equipped with a diagnostic LED.
The flashing is normal.

Excessive noise.
→ Due to the various speed steps, speed-regulated* compressors can generate different running noises.
The sound is normal.

A bubbling and gurgling noise.
→ This noise comes from the refrigerant flowing in the refrigeration circuit.
The sound is normal.

A quiet clicking noise.
→ The noise is produced whenever the refrigeration unit (motor) automatically switches on or off.
The sound is normal.

A hum. It is briefly a little louder when the refrigeration unit (the motor) switches on.
→ The refrigeration increases automatically when the SuperFrost, function is activated, fresh food has just been placed in the appliance or the door has been left open for a while.
The sound is normal.
→ The ambient temperature is too high.
Solution: (see 1.2 Appliance range of use)

Vibration noises
→ The appliance is not standing firmly on the floor. As a result objects and adjacent units start to vibrate when the refrigerator is running.
Align the appliance using the adjustable feet.

The temperature display indicates: F0 to F9
→ There is a fault.
Please contact the after-sales service (see 6 Maintenance).

Power failure flashes in the temperature display . The highest temperature reached during power failure is indicated in the temperature display.
→ The freezer temperature rose too high over the last hours or days due to a power failure or power interruption. When the power interruption is over, the appliance will continue to operate in the last temperature setting.
To cancel the display of the warmest temperature: press alarm button Fig. 3 (9).
Check the quality of the food. Do not consume spoiled food.
Do not re-freeze thawed food.

DEMO shines in the temperature display.
→ The demo mode is activated.
Please contact the after-sales service (see 6 Maintenance).

*The outer surfaces of the appliance are warm.**
→ The heat of the refrigeration circuit is used to prevent condensate from forming.
This is normal.

The temperature is not cold enough.
→ The door of the appliance is not properly closed.
Close the door of the appliance.
→ Insufficient ventilation.
Keep ventilation grille clear, and clean it.
→ The ambient temperature is too high.
Solution: (see 1.2 Appliance range of use).
→ The appliance was opened too frequently or for too long.
Wait to see whether the appliance reaches the required temperature by itself. If not, please contact the after sales service (see 6 Maintenance).
→ Too much fresh food was placed inside without SuperFrost.
Solution: (see 5.8 SuperFrost)
→ The temperature is incorrectly set.
Set the temperature to a colder setting and check after 24 hours.
→ The appliance is too close to a source of heat (stove, heater etc).
Change the position of the appliance or the source of heat.

Dashes (“- -”) are shown on the display.
→ The freezing temperature has risen above zero degrees because of a power cut or power interruption.
See also “Power failure” and “ ”

The door gasket is defective or should be replaced for other reasons.
→ In some units, the seal around the door can be replaced.
You will not need any special tools to do this.
Please contact the after-sales service (see 6 Maintenance).

The unit has iced up or condensation has formed.
→ The door seal may have also slipped out of its groove.
Check to ensure that the door seal is seated properly in the groove.

8 Decommissioning

8.1 Switching off the appliance

Press On/Off button Fig. 3 (7) for approx. 2 seconds.
The temperature display is dark.
If the appliance cannot be switched off, the child lock function is active (see 5.2 Child proofing).

8.2 Taking the appliance out of service

Empty the appliance.
Switch off the appliance (see 8 Decommissioning).
Remove mains connector.
Clean the appliance (see 6.2 Cleaning the appliance).
Leave the door open to prevent odour.

9 Disposal

9 Preparing appliance for disposal

Liebherr uses batteries in some of its appliances.
In the EU, for environmental reasons, legislation obliges the end user to remove these batteries before disposing of old appliances. If your appliance contains batteries, a corresponding notice is attached.

Lamps               If you can remove the lamps yourself without destroying them, also remove these before disposal.

Take the appliance out of operation. (see 8.2 Taking the appliance out of service)
Appliances with batteries: remove the batteries. For description, see Maintenance chapter.
If possible: remove lamps without destroying them.

9 Disposing of the appliance in an environmentally friendly manner

The appliance still contains valuable materials and must be disposed of separately from unsorted municipal waste.

Dispose of batteries separately from the old appliance. To do this, you can return the batteries free of charge to retailers as well as recycling centres and collection centres for recyclable materials.

Lamps               Dispose of removed lamps via the respective collection systems.

For Germany:    You can dispose of the appliance free of charge via the class 1 collection containers at the local recycling and recyclable material collection centres. When purchasing a new fridge/freezer, if the sales area > 400 m², retailers will also take back the old appliance free of charge.

WARNING
Leaking coolant and oil!
Fire. The coolant contained in the appliance is eco-friendly, but also flammable. The oil contained in the appliance is flammable. Escaping coolant and oil can ignite if the concentration is high enough and in contact with an external heat source.
Do not damage the pipelines of the coolant circuit and the compressor.

Transport the appliance without damaging it.

 Dispose of batteries, lamps and the appliance according to the above specifications.

* Depending on model and options

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