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Troubleshooting
Freezer
Ice maker/Dispenser
Fault
Possible cause
Remedial action
Appliance has no cooling capacity.
The interior light does not function.
The display does not come on.
Power failure; the fuse has actuated;
the plug has not been inserted
in the electrical outlet properly.
Check that the power is on.
The fuse must be switched on.
Check the plug.
The refrigerating unit switches on more
and more frequently and for longer.
Appliance door opened frequently.
Do not open the door unnecessarily.
Large quantities of fresh food placed
in the appliance.
Switch on Fast freezing function.
The ventilation openings are covered.
Remove obstacles and dirt.
The temperature in the freezer
compartment is too cold.
Temperature has been set too low.
Set a warmer temperature
(see “Setting the temperature”).
The interior light does not function.
The bulb is defective.
Change the bulb
(see “Changing the bulb”).
The light switch is sticking.
Check whether it can be moved.
The appliance is giving off odors.
Strong-smelling foods have not been
packed in airtight containers.
Clean the appliance. Pack strong-
smelling foods in airtight containers
(see “Odors”).
Fault
Possible cause
Remedial action
Request of water is impossible, but
dispensing of ice does function.
Appliance failure.
Call customer service immediately.
Ice maker and/or dispenser does
not appear to be running.
The ice maker is not connected
to the power supply.
Call customer service.
The childproof lock of dispenser
is activated.
Switch off the childproof lock.
The ice maker has no water supply.
Ensure that the water supply line
is connected properly. If the water
connection is accurat, call customer
service.
The freezer compartment temperature
is too high.
Check temperature of the freezer
compartment. If required, lower
the temperature.
Small ice cubes over a prolonged
period.
Other domestic appliances which
use water are in operation.
Avoid using e.g. a dishwasher, washing
machine or shower at the same time.
Water filter must be changed.
Instructions for changing the water
filter can be found in the section
"Water filter".
Wrong water pressure.
Check water pressure. The water
pressure must be between 25 and
120 p.s.i. (1.72–8.25 bar).
A wrong water valve has been installed.
Self-tapping valves and
3
/
16
inch
(4.76 mm) saddle valves reduce
the water pressure and may eventually
block the pipe.
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