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What to do if ...Correcting Malfunctions
A malfunction may be caused by only a minor fault that you can rectify
yourself using the following instructions. Do not perform any other work on
the appliance if the following information does not provide assistance in your
specific case.
Important! Repairs to refrigerators/freezers may only be performed by
competent service engineers. Improper repairs can give rise to significant
hazards for the user. If your appliance needs repairing, please contact your
specialist dealer or your local Service Force Centre.
Symptom
Appliance does not work.
The compressor runs con-
tinuously.
The food is too warm.
Possible Cause
Appliance is not switched
on.
Mains plug is not plugged
in or is loose.
Fuse has blown or is
defective
Socket is defective.
Temperature is set too
cold.
Temperature is not
properly adjusted.
Door was open for an
extended period.
A large quantity of warm
food was placed in the
appliance within the last
24 hours.
The appliance is near a
heat source.
Remedy
Switch on the appliance.
Insert mains plug.
Check fuse, replace if nec-
essary.
Mains malfunctions are to
be corrected by a qualified
electrician.
Set the Electronic Control
to a warmer setting
temporarily.
Please look in the “Starting
Up and Temperature
Regulation” section.
Do not leave the door
open any longer than
necessary.
Set the Electronic Control
to a colder setting tem-
porarily.
Please look in
the“Installation location”
section.