Gaggenau RB 491 Use And Care Manual

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24Removing and cleaning the ice cubecontainerIf ice cubes have not been dispensed for a prolonged period,they will shrink, have a stale taste and stick together. Remove the ice cube container. Pull out the container, empty and clean with lukewarmwater. Thoroughly rub the container and endless screwtransportation mechanism (Agitation function) dryso that new ice cubes cannot freeze to them. Inserting the ice cube container.Ice cube production continues.Operating noisesQuite normal noisesGrumbling – refrigerating unit is running.Fans in the recirculating air system are running.Bubbling, humming or gurgling noises – refrigerantis flowing through the tubes.Clicking – motor is switching on or off.Solenoid valve on the water connection is opening/closing.Rumbling – ice cubes are falling into the ice cube container.Noises which can easily be eliminatedThe appliance is not levelLevel the appliance with the aid of a spirit level.Use the height-adjustable feet or place something underneath.Drawers, baskets or storage areas wobble or stickCheck the removable parts and, if required, reinsert them.Receptacles are touching each otherMove receptacles away from each other.How to save energy– Install the appliance in a dry, ventilated room;do not expose to direct sunlight and do not placenear a heat source (e.g. radiator, cooker).If required, use an insulating plate.– Allow warm food and drinks to cool down before placingthem in the appliance.– Defrost frozen food by placing it in the refrigerator.The low temperature of the frozen food will refrigeratethe food in the refrigerator compartment.– Open the appliance door as briefly as possible!DefrostingThe appliance is defrosted automatically.Cleaning the appliance Switch off the appliance with the POWER button O!Pull out the mains plug or switch off the fuse. Clean the door seal with water only and dry thoroughly.m WARNING mTo avoid electrical shock which can cause severepersonal injury or death, disconnect power to appliancebefore cleaning. After cleaning, reconnect power.m CAUTION mTo avoid personal injuries or property damage, observethe following:– Do not clean the appliance with a steam cleaner.– Do not let the water used for cleaning drip ontothe light or control panel.– Do not use abrasive or acidic cleaning agents orsolvents which may damage the surfaces of theappliance.– Never clean shelves and containers in the dishwasher.The parts may warp.