Operating & Installation Instructions

Frequently Asked Questions
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Problem Possible cause and solution
The compressor is turn-
ing on more frequently
and for longer periods
of time; the temperature
in the appliance is too
low.
The ventilation gaps in the cabinetry have been cov-
ered or become too dusty.
 Do not block the ventilation gaps.
 Clean the ventilation gaps on a regular basis to re-
move any dust.
The door has been opened too frequently, or a large
amount of fresh food has been placed inside and/or
frozen at the same time.
 Only open the door when necessary and for as
short a time as possible.
After a while, the temperature will return to normal by
itself.
The appliance door is not properly closed.
A thick layer of ice may have already formed in the
freezer.
 Close the appliance door.
After a while, the temperature will return to normal by
itself.
If a thick layer of ice has already formed, this will af-
fect cooling and increase energy consumption.
 Defrost the appliance and clean it.
The ambient temperature is too high. The higher the
ambient temperature, the longer the compressor has
to run.
 See the “Installation location” section in the “In-
stallation information”.
The appliance was not properly installed in the niche.
 See the “Installation information” and “Building in
the appliance” sections.