LIEBHERR SFNSDH5227 Fridge Pigeon Pair Installation Guide

LIEBHERR SFNSDH5227 Fridge Pigeon Pair

Product Information

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Liebherr
• Model: Refrigerator (Various models available)
• Website: home.liebherr.com/fridge-manuals

Product Usage Instructions

General Safety Instructions
Ensure to keep the assembly manual in a secure location for future reference. If passing on the appliance, provide the manual to the new user. Read the assembly manual thoroughly beforeinstallation and use for safe operation.

Installation Dimensions
Refer to the installation dimensions provided in the manual for proper setup. Depending on the model and options, dimensions may vary. Detailed illustrations are available for guidance.

Transporting Appliance
When transporting the appliance, be cautious of potential risks such as broken glass, especially when at altitudes above 1500m. Utilize appropriate protective measures to prevent injuries.

Unpacking the Appliance
During unpacking, ensure to check all parts for transport damage. Contact customer service if any complaints arise. Properly dispose of packaging materials at official collection points.

Disposing of Packaging
Dispose of packaging materials like expanded polystyrene parts, polythene bags, polypropylene straps, and wooden frames responsibly at designated collection points.

Side by Side Assembly
Follow specific instructions for side-by-side assembly to avoid any risks or injuries. Be aware of potential dangers, such as broken glass at high altitudes, and take necessary precautions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: Where can I find detailed instructions online?
  A: You can access detailed instructions on the internet using the QR code provided on the manual or by entering the service number at home.liebherr.com /fridge-manuals.

• Q: What should I do if I notice transport damage on my appliance?
  A: Check all parts for transport damage and contact your agent or customer service if you have any complaints regarding the condition of the appliance.

The manufacturer is continually working on the further development of all types and models. Please be aware that we reserve the right to make changes to the shape, equipment and technology.

General safety instructions

• Please keep this assembly manual in a safe place so you can refer back to it at any time.
• If you pass the appliance on, please hand this assembly manual to the next user.
• Read this assembly manual carefully before installation and use to ensure safe and correct use of the appliance. Follow the instructions, safety instructions and warning messages included at all times. They are important for ensuring you can operate and install the appliance safely and without any problems.
• First read the general safety instructions in the “General safety instructions” section of the operating instructions, which accom‐pany these installation instructions, and follow them. If you cannot find the operating instructions, you can down‐load the operating instructions from the internet by entering the service number at home.liebherr.com/fridge-manuals. The service number can be found on the serial.
• Observe the warning messages and other detailed information in the other sections when installing the appliance:

Installation dimensions

For appliances with a lever handle
The use of wall spacers increases the dimensions by 15 mm .
The dimensions with an open door apply for an opening angle of 90°. The clearances vary depending on the opening angle.

For appliances with a recessed grip
The use of wall spacers increases the dimensions by 15 mm .
The dimensions with an open door apply for an opening angle of 90°. The clearances vary depending on the opening angle.

For appliances with recessed grip

Transporting appliance

WARNING: Risk of injury due to broken glass!*
When transporting at an altitude of more than 1500 m, the glass panes of the door may break. This can result in sharp-edged fragments, which can cause serious injuries.

• Take appropriate protective action.

Note when transporting the appliance:

• Transport the appliance upright.
• Use two people to transport the appliance.

During first use:

• Transport the appliance packaged.

When transporting appliances after initial commissioning (e. g. moving or cleaning):

• Empty the appliance.
• Secure the door against unintentional opening.

Unpacking the appliance

Before you connect the appliance, report any damage imme‐diately to the delivery company.

• Check the appliance and the packaging for damage during transport. Contact the supplier immediately if you suspect any level of damage.
• Remove all materials from the back or the side walls of the appliance that may prevent proper installation or ventilation.
• Remove all protective films from the appliance. Do not use sharp or pointed objects for this.
• Take the power cable from the rear of the appliance. Remove the cable brackets when you do this, otherwise there will be noise caused by vibrations!

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.

Side by side assembly

Set up the freezer or the appliance with the freezer compartment from the left when viewed from the front. These appliances are equipped with a side-wall heater on the right hand side to prevent condensation forming.
All the assembly components are supplied with the appli‐ance.

Assembly parts in the accessory kit
For appliances with lever handle

Ensure that the following tools are to hand:

• Size 10 open-ended spanner (supplied)
• Torx® 25/20/15 screwdriver
• Cordless screwdriver
• Spirit level

Information on moving the SBS combination:

• Set up the appliances as close to the final position as possible before assembly. The appliances must be accessible on all sides for correct assembly.
• When moving the appliances after assembly, always take hold from the front outer corners. Never press your knee against the side walls or door.
• The SBS combination can be moved most easily when moved diagonally, that is by alternately pushing from the left and right corners. If the combination is standing directly in front of the recess, push it in straight.
• If the combination has to be pulled out of the recess again, take hold of the bottom third of the combi‐nation and pull forward straight.

NOTICE
Risk of damage when moving the combined SBS appliance!The combined SBS appliance is heavy once assembled. The appliance may be dented by improper movement.

• Observe the information given on moving the appliance (see above).
• Take off all protective film from the exterior of the appli‐ance.

Bottom front of the appliance:

• Tighten the outer adjusting feet. The appliances can be moved easier.

For appliances with lever handle

• Push both appliances so that they are approx. 10 mm apart from each other, and they are positioned flush facing forwards.

For appliances with recessed grip

• Push both appliances so that they are approx. 32 mm apart from each other, and they are positioned flush facing forwards.
• Straighten the appliances up using a spirit level on the top of the appliance.

Top front of the appliance:

• Remove the existing covers.
• Before fitting the top bracket remove both earthing screws Fig. 12 (14).
• Store the earthing screws safely. The screws will be necessary for fitting the bracket as shown below.
• Slide the bracket Fig. 13 (3) onto the pins with the spacer between the appliances. Loosely screw in the brackets alternately right and left with four screws Fig. 13 (4) and the previously removed earthing screws Fig. 13 (14).
• If necessary: Check the appliance is stood straight by laying a spirit level on the top of the appliance.

Bottom front of the appliance:

• Remove the existing covers.
• If the metal plate Fig. 14 (1) is installed, unscrew the metal plate.

Note
If you want to transport the appliance or set it up as an individual appliance, you must re-attach the metal plate.

• Slide the bracket Fig. 15 (6) on with the spacer between the appliances and screw in loosely with the 4 screws Fig. 15 (4).
• If necessary: Set up the appliances so that they are level.
• Tighten the screws firmly at the top and bottom.

Top rear of the appliance:

• Slide the bracket Fig. 16 (7) onto the appliance ceiling with the lugs and with the spacer between the appli‐ances. Screw in firmly with 2 screws Fig. 16 (5).

Bottom rear of the appliance:

• Slide the bracket Fig. 17 (8) on with the slots over the retainer for the wall spacers.
  Note: Holes for the screws must be pre-drilled.

• Mark the position of the holes to be drilled with a pencil.

• Remove the bracket again.
  Note: Only drill through the metal plate. Drill depth approx. 1 mm.

• Pre-drill the screw holes with a 3 mm bit and deburr.

• Slide the bracket Fig. 19 (8) on once more with the slots over the retainer for the wall spacers.

• Screw in tightly with the 2 screws Fig. 19 (5).

Before fitting the top and front cover strips, push the two bars together over the whole length. The strips can be inserted more easily into the gap. Use a soft cloth to push the strips in to avoid dents in the surface of the cover strips. Press the strips into the gap carefully and evenly in order to achieve an optimum bond.

For appliances with lever handle

• On the top press the short cover strip Fig. 20 (9) into the horizontal gap.

For appliances with recessed grip

• On the top press the short cover strip Fig. 21 (9) into the horizontal gap.

For appliances with lever handle

• On the front, press the long cover strip Fig. 22 (10) into the vertical gap. Ensure that the strip rests on the connecting plate.

For appliances with recessed grip

• On the front, press the long cover strip Fig. 23 (10) into the vertical gap. Ensure that the strip rests on the connecting plate.
• Take off the protective film from the cover strip.*

Top front of the appliance:

• Snap the top cover Fig. 24 (11) onto the still open gap between the two control panel trims. Make sure that the outer sides of the cover form a flush finish with the control panel trims.

Bottom front of the appliance

• Place the bottom cover Fig. 25 (12) onto the bracket from the front Fig. 25 (1), slide it down Fig. 25 (2) and snap it in at the bottom Fig. 25 (3).
• To disassemble the cover, insert a screwdriver at the bottom on the side below the cover and release both lower hooks. The cover can swing out upwards.
• Connect the combination electrically. See the installation guide. Appliances with IceMaker or InfinitySpring:
• Connect the appliance to the fixed water connection. See the installation guide.

NOTICE
Risk of damage when moving the combined SBS appliance! The combined SBS appliance is heavy once assembled. The appliance may be dented by improper movement.

• Observe the information given on moving the appliance (see above).
• Carefully push the SBS combination into the specified position.
• If necessary, align the SBS combination using the level‐ling feet.
• Then prop up the door: Lower outer adjusting feet on the bearing bracket until they are resting on the floor.

The doors can be straightened at height on the outer lower bearing brackets:

• Open the door to 90°.
• To lift the door, unscrew the adjusting foot Fig. 26 (18) clockwise using the supplied open-ended spanner Fig. 26 (2) until the foot makes contact with the floor. Then continue turning until the door is adjusted to the right height. When delivered, the bearing pin is completely screwed in.

Fit decorative base trim.
After you have assembled and straightened out the appli‐ances, the base trims can be fitted at the bottom of the appliances. The base trims are decorative and will not affect the functionality of the appliances.

For appliances with bottom soft stop mechanism

• Attach the base trim to the bottom of the appliance in the recess.
  Note: The base trim must be pushed to a little behind the bearing bracket cover.

For appliances without bottom soft stop mechanism

• Secure the base trim recess at the bottom of the appli‐ance, as shown in the figure.

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