BOSCH Fridge / Freezer User Manual

BOSCH Fridge / Freezer User Manual

BOSCH Fridge / Freezer User Manual

Safety and warning information

Before you switch ON the appliance
Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully! They contain important information on how to install, use and maintain the appliance.
The manufacturer is not liable if you fail to comply with the instructions and warnings. Retain all documents for subsequent use or for the next owner.

Technical safety
This appliance contains a small quantity of environmentally-friendly but flammable R600a refrigerant. Ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damaged during transportation and installation. Leaking refrigerant may cause eye injuries or ignite.
If damage has occurred

• Keep naked flames and/or ignition sources away from the appliance,
• thoroughly ventilate the room for several minutes,
• switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug,
•  inform customer service.
  The more refrigerant an appliance contains, the larger the room must be in which the appliance is situated. Leaking refrigerant can form a flammable gas- air
  the mixture in rooms which are too small.
  The room must be at least 1 m³ per 8 g of refrigerant. The amount of refrigerant in your appliance is indicated on the rating plate inside the appliance.
  If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, customer service, or a similarly qualified person. Improper installations and repairs may put the user at considerable risk.
  Repairs may be performed by the manufacturer, customer service, or a similarly qualified person only.
  Only original parts supplied by the manufacturer may be used. The manufacturer guarantees that only these parts satisfy the safety requirements.
  A power cable extension may be purchased from customer service only.

Important information when using the appliance

• Never use electrical appliances inside the appliance (e.g. heater, electric ice maker, etc.). Risk of explosion!

• Never use a steam cleaner to defrost or clean the appliance! The steam may penetrate electrical parts and cause a short circuit. Risk of electric shock!

• Do not use pointed or sharp-edged implements to remove frost or layers of ice. You could damage the refrigerant tubing. Leaking refrigerant may ignite or cause eye injuries.

• Do not store products that contain flammable propellants (e.g. spray cans) or explosive substances in the appliance. Risk of explosion!

• Do not stand or support yourself on the base, drawers or doors, etc.

• Before defrosting and cleaning the appliance, pull out the mains plug or switch off the fuse.
  Do not pull out the mains plug by tugging the cable.

• Bottles that contain a high percentage of alcohol must be sealed and stored in an upright position.

• Keep plastic parts and the door seal free of oil and grease. Otherwise, parts and door seals will become porous.

• Never cover or block the ventilation openings for the appliance.

• People (children incl.) who have limited physical, sensory or mental abilities or inadequate knowledge must not use this appliance unless they are supervised or given meticulous instructions.

• Do not store bottled or canned drinks (especially carbonated drinks) in the freezer compartment. Bottles and cans may explode!

• Never put frozen food straight from the freezer compartment into your mouth.
  Risk of low-temperature burns!

• Avoid prolonged touching of frozen food, ice or the evaporator pipes, etc.
  Risk of low-temperature burns!

Children in the household

• Keep children away from packaging and its parts.
  Danger of suffocation from folding cartons and plastic film!

• Do not allow children to play with the appliance!

• If the appliance features a lock:
  keep the key out of the reach of children!
  General regulations
  The appliance is suitable for cooling and freezing food.
  This appliance is intended for use in the home and the home environment.
  The appliance is suppressed according to EU Directive 2004/108/EC.
  The refrigeration circuit has been checked for leaks.
  This product complies with the relevant safety regulations for electrical appliances (EN 60335-2-24).

Information concerning disposal

Disposal of packaging
The packaging protects your appliance from damage during transit. All utilized materials are environmentally safe and recyclable. Please help us by disposing of the packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
Please ask your dealer or inquire at your local authority about current means of disposal.

**Disposal of your old appliance**
Old appliances are not worthless rubbish! Valuable raw materials can be reclaimed by recycling old appliances.
This appliance is identified according to the European guideline 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE. The directive specifies the framework for an EU-wide valid return and re-use of old appliances.

Warning
Redundant appliances

1. Pull out the mains plug.
2.  Cut off the power cord and discard with the mains plug.
3.  Do not take out the trays and receptacles: children are therefore prevented from climbing in!
4.  Do not allow children to play with the appliance once it has spent ist useful life. Danger of suffocation! Refrigerators contain refrigerant and gases in the insulation. Refrigerant and gases must be disposed of professionally. Ensure that tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damaged prior to proper disposal.

Scope of delivery

After unpacking all parts, check for any damage in transit.
If you have any complaints, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance or our customer service.
The delivery consists of the following parts:

• Built-in appliance
• Interior fittings (depending on model)
• Operating instructions
• Installation manual
• Customer service booklet
• Warranty enclosure
• Information on the energy consumption and noises
• A bag containing installation materials

Installation location

Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated room. The installation location should neither be exposed to direct sunlight nor near a heat source, e. g. a cooker, radiator, etc. If installation next to a heat source is unavoidable, use a suitable insulating plate or observe the following minimum distances to a heat source:

•  3 cm to electric or gas cookers.
•  30 cm to an oil or coal-fired cooker.

Observe ambient temperature and ventilation

Ambient temperature
The appliance is designed for a specific climatic class. Depending on the climatic class, the appliance can be operated at the following room temperatures.
The climatic class can be found on the rating plate, Fig. + 11.

Climatic class| Permitted ambient temperature

---|---
SN| +10 °C to 32 °C
N| +16 °C to 32 °C
ST| +16 °C to 38 °C
T| +16 °C to 43 °C

Note
The appliance is fully functional within the room temperature limits of the indicated climatic class.
If an appliance of climatic class SN is operated at colder room temperatures, the appliance will not be damaged up to a temperature of +5 °C.

Ventilation
The air on the rear panel of the appliance heats up. Conduction of the heated air must not be obstructed.
Otherwise, the refrigeration unit must work harder. This increases power consumption. Therefore: Never cover or block the ventilation openings!

Connecting the appliance

After installing the appliance, wait at least 1 hour until the appliance is switched on.
During transportation, the oil in the compressor may have flowed into the refrigeration system.
Before switching on the appliance for the first time, clean the interior of the appliance (see chapter “Cleaning the appliance”).

Electrical connection
The socket must be near the appliance and also freely accessible following installation of the appliance.
The appliance complies with the protection class I. Connect the appliance to 220–240 V/50 Hz alternating current via a correctly installed socket with protective conductor. The socket must be fused with a 10 to 16 A fuse.
For appliances operated in non-European countries, check whether the stated voltage and current type match the values of your mains supply match the values of mains supply. This information can be found on the rating plate. Fig. + 11

Getting to know your appliance

Please fold out the illustrated last page.
These operating instructions refer to several models.
The features of the models may vary.
The diagrams may differ.
Fig. 1

1. Temperature controller/light

2. Light switch

3. Glass shelf in the refrigerator
   compartment

4. Vegetable container

5. Frozen food container

6. Door shelf

7. Shelf for large bottles
   A. Refrigerator compartment
   B. Freezer compartment

Switching the appliance on

Turn temperature controller, Fig. 2 /A, from position “0”. The appliance begins to cool. The light is switched on when the door is open.

Operating tips

• The sides of the housing are sometimes heated slightly. This prevents condensation in the area of the door seal.

• If the freezer compartment door cannot be immediately re-opened after it has been closed, wait until the resulting low pressure has equalized.
  The refrigerator compartment temperature rises:

• if the appliance door is opened frequently,

•  if large quantities of food are placed in the refrigerator compartment,

•  if the ambient temperature is high.

Setting the temperature

Turn temperature controller, Fig. 2/A, to the required setting.
When the controller is at a medium setting, the temperature drops to approx. +4 °C in the coldest zone. Fig. 3.
Higher settings lower the temperature in the refrigerator and freezer compartment.

We recommend:

• Perishable food should not be stored above +4 °C.
• Low setting for short-term storage of food (energy-saving mode).
• Medium setting for long-term storage of food.
• Select a higher setting only temporarily, when the door is frequently opened or large quantities are placed in the refrigerator compartment.

Refrigeration capacity
The temperature in the refrigerator compartment may rise temporarily if large amounts of food or a lot of drinks are placed inside.
Therefore the temperature controller should be set to a higher setting for approx. 7 hours.
Freezer compartment
The temperature in the freezer compartment depends on the temperature in the refrigerator compartment.
Lower temperatures in the refrigerator compartment also cause lower temperatures in the freezer compartment.

Usable capacity

Information on the usable capacity can be found inside your appliance on the rating plate.

Refrigerator compartment

The refrigerator compartment is the ideal storage location for ready meals, cakes and pastries, preserved food, condensed milk, hard cheese, fruit, and vegetables
sensitive to cold as well as tropical fruit.
Note when loading products:
Wrap or cover food before placing in the appliance. This will retain the aroma, color, and freshness of the food. In addition, flavors will not be transferred
between foods and the plastic parts will not become discolored.
Note
Avoid contact between food and rear panel. Otherwise, the air circulation will be impaired.
Food or packaging could freeze to the rear panel.
Note the chill zones in the refrigerator compartment!
The air circulation in the refrigerator compartment creates different chill zones:

• The coldest zone is between the arrow stamped on the side and the glass shelf situated below. Fig. 3
  Note
  Store perishable food (e.g. fish, sausage, meat) in the coldest zones.

• Warmest zone is at the very top of the door.
  Note
  Store e.g. cheese and butter in the warmest zone. When served, the cheese will not have lost its flavour and the butter will be easy to spread.

Freezer compartment

Use the freezer compartment

• To store deep-frozen food.
• To make ice cubes.
• To freeze food.

Note
Ensure that the freezer compartment door has been closed properly. If the door is open, the frozen food will thaw. The freezer compartment will become covered in thick ice. Also: waste of energy due to high power consumption!

Max. freezing capacity

Information about the max. freezing capacity within 24 hours can be found on the rating plate (see chapter “Customer service”).

Fully utilising the freezing capacity
The maximum amount of food can be placed in the freezer by removing all fittings. The food can be stacked directly on the shelves and in the bottom of
the freezer compartment.
Removing the fittings
Pull out the frozen food container all the way, lift at the front and remove it. Fig. 4

Freezing and storing food

Purchasing frozen food

• Packaging must not be damaged.
• Use by the “use by” date.
• The temperature in the supermarket freezer must be –18 °C or lower.
• If possible, transport deep-freezed food in an insulated bag and place quickly in the freezer compartment.

When loading products
Freeze large quantities of food preferably in the very top compartment where food freezes particularly quickly and therefore also gently. Place the food over
the whole area of the compartments or in the frozen food container. Food that is already frozen must not come into contact with the food which is to be
frozen. If required, move the frozen food to the frozen food container. Storing frozen food To ensure good air circulation in the appliance, insert the frozen food
container all the way.

Freezing fresh food

Freeze fresh and undamaged food only.
To retain the best possible nutritional value, flavor, and color, vegetables should be blanched before freezing.
Aubergines, peppers, zucchini, and asparagus do not require blanching. Literature on freezing and blanching can be found in bookshops.
Note
Keep food that is to be frozen away from food that is already frozen.

• The following foods are suitable for freezing:
  Cakes and pastries, fish and seafood, meat, game, poultry, vegetables, fruit, herbs, eggs without shells, dairy products such as cheese, butter, and quark, ready meals and leftovers such as soups, stews, cooked meat and fish, potato dishes, soufflés, and desserts.

• The following foods are not suitable for freezing:
  Types of vegetables, which are usually consumed raw, such as lettuce or radishes, eggs in shells, grapes, whole apples, pears, and peaches, hard- boiled eggs, yogurt, soured milk, sour cream, crème fraîche, and mayonnaise.
  Note
  When freezing fresh food, the refrigeration unit runs for longer. As a result, the refrigerator compartment temperature may drop too low. Increase the temperature in the refrigerator compartment.

Packing frozen food
To prevent food from losing its flavour or drying out, place in airtight containers.

1. Place food in packaging.
2. Remove air.
3. Seal the wrapping.
4. Label packaging with contents and date of freezing.

Suitable packaging:
Plastic film, tubular film made of polyethylene, aluminum foil, freezer containers.
These products are available from specialist outlets.
Unsuitable packaging:
Wrapping paper, greaseproof paper, cellophane, bin liners, and used shopping bags.
Items suitable for sealing packaged food:
Rubber bands, plastic clips, string, cold-resistant adhesive tape, etc.
Bags and tubular film made of polyethylene can be sealed with a film heat sealer.
Shelf life of frozen food
Depends on the type of food.

At a temperature of –18 °C:

• Fish, sausage, ready meals, and cakes and pastries: up to 6 months
• Cheese, poultry, and meat: up to 8 months
• Vegetables and fruit: up to 12 months

Thawing frozen food

Depending on the type and application, select one of the following options:

• at room temperature
• in the refrigerator
• in an electric oven, with/without fan assisted hot-air
•  in the microwave

Caution
Do not refreeze food that is beginning to thaw or which has already thawed. It can only be refrozen when it has been used to prepare a ready meal (boiled
or fried).
No longer store the frozen produce for the max. storage period.

Interior fittings

(not all models)
Glass shelves
Fig. 6
You can reposition the inner shelves as required: lift shelf, pull forwards, lower and swivel out to the side.
Bottle shelf
Fig. 6
Bottles can be stored securely on the bottle shelf. The holder can be adjusted.

Sticker “OK”

(not all models)
The “OK” temperature monitor can be used to determine temperatures below +4 °C. Gradually reduce the temperature if the sticker does not indicate “OK”.
Note
When the appliance is switched on, it may take 12 hours until the temperature is reached.

Correct setting

Switching off and disconnecting the appliance

Switching the appliance off
Turn temperature controller, Fig. 2 /A, to position “0”. Refrigeration unit and light switch off.
Disconnecting the appliance If you do not use the appliance for a prolonged period:

1. Switch off the appliance.
2. Pull out the mains plug or switch off the fuse.
3. Clean the appliance.
4. Leave the appliance door open.

Defrosting

Refrigerator compartment defrosts fully automatically
While the refrigerating unit is running, beads of condensation or hoarfrost form at the back of the refrigerator compartment. This is quite normal. It is not necessary to wipe off the condensation or frost. The rear panel defrosts automatically. The condensation runs into the condensation channel, Fig. 8 (, and is conveyed to the refrigerating unit where it evaporates.
Note
Keep the condensation channel and drainage hole clean, so that the condensation can run out.
Defrosting the freezer compartment
The freezer compartment does not defrost automatically, otherwise, the frozen food would start thawing.
A layer of frost in the freezer compartment impairs refrigeration of the frozen food and increases power consumption.
Remove the layer of hoarfrost regularly.

Caution
Do not scrape off hoarfrost or ice with a knife or pointed object. You could damage the refrigerant tubes. Leaking refrigerant may ignite or cause eye injuries.

Proceed as follows:

1. Remove the frozen food and place it temporarily in a cool location.
2. Switch the appliance off.
3.  Pull out the mains plug or remove the fuse.
4. To accelerate the defrosting process, place a pan of hot water on a trivet in the freezer compartment. Fig.  9 )
5.  Wipe up condensation with a cloth or sponge.
6. Wipe dry the freezer compartment.
7. Switch the appliance on again.
8. Put the frozen food back in the freezer compartment.

Cleaning the appliance

Caution

• Do not use abrasive or acidic cleaning agents and solvents.
• Do not use scouring or abrasive sponges. The metallic surfaces could corrode.
• Never clean shelves and containers in the dishwasher. The parts may become deformed!

Proceed as follows:

1. Before cleaning: Switch the appliance off.
2. Pull out the mains plug or switch off the fuse.
3. Take out the frozen food and store in a cool location.
4. Clean the appliance with a soft cloth, lukewarm water, and a little pH neutral washing-up liquid. The rinsing water must not run into the light.
5. Wipe the door seal with clear water only and then wipe dry thoroughly.
6. Rinsing water must not run through the drainage hole into the evaporation area.
7. After cleaning reconnect and switch the appliance back on.
8. Put the frozen food back in the freezer compartment.

Interior fittings
All variable parts of the appliance can be taken out for cleaning.
Take out glass shelves
Fig. 5
Lift the glass shelves, pull forwards, lower and swing out to the side.
Condensation channel
Fig. 8
Regularly clean the condensation channel and drainage hole with a cotton bud or similar implement to ensure that the condensation can drain.
Take out shelves in the door
Fig. 10
Lift shelves upwards and take out.
Removing the container
Fig. 4
Pull out the container all the way, lift at the front and remove.

Tips for saving energy

• Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated room! The appliance should not be installed in direct sunlight or near a heat source (e.g. radiator, cooker).
  If required, use an insulating plate.

• Allow warm food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the appliance!

• When thawing frozen products, place them in the refrigerator. Use the coldness of the frozen food to cool food.

• Open the appliance as briefly as possible.

• Regularly defrost the freezer compartment to remove the layer of frost!
  A layer of hoarfrost will impair refrigeration of the frozen food and increase power consumption.

•  Ensure that the freezer compartment door is always closed properly.

• Occasionally clean the rear of the appliance with a vacuum cleaner or paint brush to prevent increased power consumption.

Operating noises

Quite normal noises
Droning
Motors are running (e.g. refrigerating units, fan).
Bubbling, humming, or gurgling noise
Refrigerant is flowing through the tubing.
Clicking
Motor, switches, or solenoid valves are switching on/off.
Preventing noises
The appliance is not level
Please align the appliance with a spirit level. Use the height-adjustable feet or place packing underneath them.
The appliance is not free-standing
Please move the appliance away from adjacent units or appliances.
Containers or storage areas wobble or stick
Please check the removable parts and re-insert them correctly if required.
Bottles or receptacles are touching each other
Move the bottles or receptacles slightly away from each other.

Eliminating minor faults yourself

Before you call customer service:
Please check whether you can eliminate the fault yourself based on the following information.
Customer service will charge you for advice – even if the appliance is still under guarantee!

1. Switch the appliance off.
2. Pull out the mains plug or switch off fuse.
3. Slide cover forwards and remove.
4. Change the bulb. (Replacement bulb: 220–240 V a.c., E14 bulb holder, see defective bulb for wattage.)

Light switch is jammed.| Check whether it can be moved.
Fig. 7/A
The frozen food is frozen solid.|  | Loosen frozen food with a blunt object. Do not use a knife or pointed object.
The freezer compartment has a thick layer of frost.|  | Defrost the freezer compartment (see chapter Defrosting). Always ensure that the freezer compartment door is closed properly.
Floor of the refrigerator compartment is wet.| The condensation channels or drainage holes are blocked.| Clean the condensation channels and the drainage hole. See chapter Cleaning the appliance. Fig. 8
The temperature in the refrigerator compartment is too cold.| The freezer compartment door is open.| Close the freezer compartment door.
Too much food was placed in the freezer compartment at once.| Do not exceed the max. freezing capacity.
The temperature controller has been set too high.| Set temperature controller lower.
The refrigerating unit is switching on more frequently and for longer.| Appliance opened frequently.| Do not open the appliance unnecessarily.
The ventilation openings have been covered.| Remove obstacles.
Large quantities of fresh food are being frozen.| Do not exceed the max. freezing capacity.
The appliance has no refrigeration capacity.| The temperature controller is in position “0”.| Turn the temperature controller from position “0”. Fig. 2/A

• Power failure.
• The fuse has been switched off.
• The mains plug has not been inserted properly.

| Check whether the power is on, check the fuses.

Customer service

Your local customer service can be found in the telephone directory or in the customer-service index. Please provide customer service with the appliance product number (E-Nr.) and production number (FD).
These specifications
can be found on the rating plate. Fig. 11
To prevent unnecessary call-outs, please assist customer service by quoting the product and production numbers.
This will save you additional costs.

Repair order and advice on faults
Contact information for all countries can be found on the enclosed customer service list.

0844 8928979

Calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence per minute. A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply.

toll-free

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FAQS

Why do you have to wait 24 hours to plug in a fridge?

Its because the compressor lubrication oil could get into the cylinder of the compressor and if not given plenty of time to drain back into the oil sump at the bottom of the compressor, could cause major compressor valve damage on start up. 2 or more hours is a good rule to observe.

Is it worth repairing a fridge freezer?

Any fridge freezer that is over ten years old is unlikely to be worth repairing. A new one will be more energy efficient and cost much less to run. The high cost of replacing a side by side expensive large fridge freezer may make repairs cost effective especially if the machine is not too old.

Which is better single or double door fridge?

Unlike double door refrigerator,  single door refrigerators consume less energy and are more energy efficient. On average, single door refrigerators consume 30-40% less power than double door refrigerators. Single door refrigerators use direct cooling technology, with natural

What is the best month to buy a refrigerator?

The best time to buy appliances is when new models roll out: washers, dryers, and dishwashers in September and October, refrigerators in  May , and ranges/ovens in January. When manufacturers unveil the latest models, retailers reduce prices on models from previous years to create more room for the new inventory.

What is the most energy efficient fridge freezer?

The  Miele fridge  is by far the most energy efficient fridge freezer on our list, scoring an energy rating of A+++ (the absolute maximum!).

Which is the best energy rating?

At present, appliances are graded on a scale from G (the least efficient) up to  A  (the most efficient). For certain products, grade A is split into a further three categories: A+, A++ and A+++.

Does double door fridge consume more electricity?

A double door fridge also comes in large size of 235 to 295 litres capacity. This large size results in more power consumption, of around 30 to 40% electricity. On the other hand, a single door refrigerator consumes electricity to cool down.

What is the number 1 refrigerator brand?

According to Yale Appliance,  Whirlpool  is the most reliable and least serviced appliance brand in 2020. Ranker voters have also listed Whirlpool as its number one home appliances brand.

Is Bosch a good brand?

Bosch. Up four places and tied for the sixth spot with a total of 68 points is Bosch.  While the brand received a very good rating for gas ranges, it wowed shoppers who purchased dishwashers and cooktops, earning it an excellent rating in those categories. The rest of the scores were good across the board.

How can I tell if my refrigerator is using too much electricity?

To determine the wattage of your refrigerator,  look at the sticker inside your fridge and search for the number of volts and amps.   Multiply these numbers to determine how many watts your fridge uses.

What uses a lot of electricity?

Here’s a breakdown of the biggest energy use categories in the typical home: Air conditioning and heating: 46 percent. Water heating: 14 percent. Appliances: 13 percent.

Which refrigerators have the most problems?

According to service professionals and consumer reviews,  LG, Samsung, and Frigidaire  are the least reliable refrigerator brands.

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