Siemens FI18 Series, Instructions For Use Manual

Page 1: ...en Instruction for Use FI24 FI18 Freezer ...

Page 2: ...unit 8 Setting the temperature 8 Special functions 8 Alarm function 10 Usable capacity 10 Freezer compartment 10 Max freezing capacity 10 Freezing fresh food 11 Super freezing 11 Thawing frozen food 11 Ice maker 12 Ice and water dispenser 12 Water filter 14 Specification and performance data sheet 15 Interior fittings 16 Switching off and disconnecting the appliance 17 Defrosting 17 Cleaning the a...

Page 3: ...am 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 and sharp edged implements to remove frost or layers of ice You could damage the refrigerant tubes Leaking refrigerant may ignite or cause eye injuries Do not store products which contain flammable propellants e g spray cans or explosive substanc...

Page 4: ... appliances are heavy and must be secured during transportation and installation Because of the weight dimensions of the appliance and to minimise the risk of injuries and damage to the appliance at least two persons are necessary to set up the appliance securely Installation location A dry well ventilated room is suitable as an installation location The installation location should not be exposed...

Page 5: ... located behind the appliance It is recommended that you mount the shut off valve directly next to the appliance or at another place which is easily accessible When installing the water connection pay attention to the permissible installation area for the water mains For connection to the drinking water mains use only water pipes which are suitable for drinking water Observe national regulations a...

Page 6: ...eral models The diagrams may differ 1 Light switch 2 Controls 3 Ice maker 4 Ice cube container 5 Shelf in the freezer compartment 6 Container 7 Ventilation 8 Water filter 9 Door shelf 10 Ice and water dispenser 11 Controls for the ice and water dispenser 12 Water collecting tray ...

Page 7: ...in the setup mode see chapter Special functions G Setting buttons The temperature can be changed using the setting buttons see chapter Setting the temperature More settings can be selected in the setup mode see chapter Special functions H setup button This button starts and ends the setup mode If the setup mode is ended using the setup button the changes which have been made are stored I Button Va...

Page 8: ...ture unit is displayed 2 Press the or A setting button in order to switch between degrees Fahrenheit F and degrees Celsius C 3 Press the setup button in order to store the settings The set temperature is displayed again in the fascia Setting the temperature Freezer compartment can be selected from 16 C to 24 C We recommend a setting of 18 C 1 Activate the setup mode with the selection button 2 Set...

Page 9: ...ay panel and RESTMODE is displayed Switching off Press Vacation button The previous settings and temperature values are once again activated Energy saving mode If the energy saving function eco function is activated the appliance switches to energy saving operation This energy saving function is preset at the factory in order to reduce energy consumption The background illumination of the fascia i...

Page 10: ...ozen food when the appliance is switched on when large quantities of fresh food are placed in the appliance if the freezer compartment door is open too long Switching off the alarm Press the alarm button to switch off the warning signal Usable capacity Information on the usable capacity can be found inside your appliance on the rating plate see diagram at chapter Customer service Freezer compartme...

Page 11: ...ing 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 Storage duration depends on the type of food At a temperature of 18 C Fish sausage ready meals and cake...

Page 12: ...aker it is most important that you switch the water supply to the appliance off for a few hours Press ice maker button Ice and water dispenser not all models The following can be dispensed as required cooled water crushed ice ice cubes ã Warning Never reach into the ice cube dispenser opening Risk of injury ã Caution Do not place bottles or food in the cube container in order to cool them quickly ...

Page 13: ...d connection line Freshness of the drinking water If water has not been dispensed for a long time the water may have a stale taste In this case fill approx 15 glasses of water and throw away We recommend that you regularly dispense a little fresh water from the water maker and that you do not switch off the appliance This will ensure that the best water quality is retained The enclosed water filte...

Page 14: ...change the water filter Air trapped in the system may cause water to escape and the filter cartridge to be ejected Caution when removing The filter must be changed at least every 6 months Note After use the water system is subject to low pressure Be careful when removing the filter Exchanging the filter cartridge 1 Turn the filter cap on the base of the appliance by 90 180 anti clockwise 2 Pull ou...

Page 15: ... water which possibly contains filterable cysts A one year warranty is issued for the entire system except disposable cartridge With reference to disposable cartridges a warranty is issued for material and processing faults only As the service life of disposable cartridges depends on the local water conditions no warranty is issued for them More detailed information on the prices of spare parts is...

Page 16: ...shelves Containers in the freezer compartment The containers in the freezer compartment can be taken out for cleaning 1 Lift container slightly and take out 2 Lift container at front slightly and insert into the runners 3 Lower container and push back Ice cube container ã Caution A full ice cube container is heavy Note Before removing the ice cube container switch the ice maker off see Ice maker ...

Page 17: ...leaning Switch the appliance off 2 Pull out mains plug or switch off fuse 3 Take out the frozen food and store in a cool location Place the ice pack if enclosed on the food 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 After clea...

Page 18: ...e arrangement of the fittings does not affect the energy rating of the appliance Operating noises Quite normal noises Droning Motors are running e g refrigerating units fan Bubbling humming or gurgling noises Refrigerant is flowing through the tubing or water is flowing into the ice maker Clicking Motor switches or solenoid valves are switching on off Rumbling Ready ice cubes from the ice maker ar...

Page 19: ... Appliance opened frequently Do not open the appliance unnecessarily The ventilation openings have been covered Remove obstacles Large quantities of fresh food are placed in the freezer Activate super freezing The light LED does not work The LED lamp is defective Call customer service Light switch is jammed Check whether it can be moved Display indicates E Electronics have detected a fault Call cu...

Page 20: ...ker is switched off Switch the ice maker on at the control panel The appliance is not supplied with water Contact the installer or the water supply company Water supply has kinks Turn off the water supply at the shut off tap Smoothen out the kinks exchange where necessary Low water pressure Connect the appliance to the stipulated water pressure only see chapter Connecting appliance section Water c...

Page 21: ... cause Remedial action The water pressure is less than usual Low water pressure Connect the appliance to the stipulated water pressure only see chapter Connecting appliance section Water connection Shut off tap incorrectly opened Open shut off tap fully and check for leaks Check the minimum through flow Incorrect shut off tap installed Incorrect taps can cause low water pressure and damage to the ...

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