WARNING
Fire hazard and danger of damage!
uDo not place appliances emitting heat e.g. microwaves,
toasters etc. on the appliance!
WARNING
Blocked ventilation openings pose a risk of fire and damage!
uAlways keep the ventilation openings clear. Always ensure
that the appliance is properly ventilated!
uDetach the connecting cable from the rear of the appliance,
removing the cable holder at the same time because other-
wise there will be vibratory noise!
uRemove the protective film from the outside of the appli-
ance.*
NOTICE
The stainless steel doors are provided with a high-quality
surface coating and must not be treated using the accompa-
nying care product.
Otherwise the surface coating will be affected.
uWipe the coated door surfaces using a soft, clean cloth
only.
uApply a stainless steel cleaner only to the stainless steel
side walls evenly, wiping with the grain. Subsequent
cleaning becomes easier as a result.
uWipe side walls with a paint finish using a soft, clean
cloth only.
uRemove all transit supports.
uDispose of packaging material (see 4.5) .
NOTICE
Risk of damage due to condensate!
If your appliance is not a Side-by-Side (SBS) appliance:
udo not install the appliance directly alongside a further refrig-
erator/freezer.
uAlign 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):
uProceed according to the Side-by-Side combined fridge-
freezer installation instructions. (Accessories bag of the SBS
freezer/appliance with freezer compartment)
Note
uClean the appliance (see 6.2) .
If the appliance is installed in a very damp environment,
condensate may form on the outside of the appliance.
uAlways 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 condensa-
tion!
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.
uDo not change over the door hinges.
Ensure that the following tools are to hand:
qTorx® 25
qTorx® 15
qScrewdriver
qCordless screwdriver, if necessary
qSecond person for fitting work, if needed
qAccompanying Allen key size 2*

4.3.1 Detaching the door

Fig. 4
uClose the door.
uPull off the cover
Fig. 4 (10)
forwards and upwards.
uLift off the cover
Fig. 4 (11)
.
CAUTION
Risk of injury if the door tips!
uTake good hold of the door.
uSet down the door carefully.
uUnscrew the upper turn hinge
Fig. 4 (12)
(2x Torx® 25)
Fig. 4 (13)
and lift it off.
uLift off the door and set it aside.

4.3.2 Distinguishing between bearing elements

Some appliances are height-adjustable, as can be noted from
the bearing pin in the lower turn hinge:
uFor appliances without
height adjustment,
continue with item
(see 4.3.3) .
uFor appliances with
height adjustment
continue with item .
(see 4.3.4)
Putting into operation
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