Liebherr HC1001 User Manual
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Contents
1
General safety information........................... 2
2
Setting up the appliance............................... 2
3
Changing the door hinges............................ 3
3.1
To detach the soft stop mechanism.................. 3
3.2
Reversing the door........................................... 3
3.3
Re-attaching the soft stop mechanism............. 3
4
Kitchen Cabinet Construction...................... 4
4.1
Kitchen Cabinet Airflow.................................... 4
4.2
Designing the Kitchen Cabinet......................... 5
4.3
Designing the Kitchen Cabinet Doors............... 6
5
Water supply.................................................. 8
6
Installation...................................................... 8
6.1
Assembling the appliance................................ 9
6.2
Fitting the unit doors......................................... 11
7
Connecting the appliance............................. 12
The manufacturer is constantly working to improve all mod-
els. Therefore please understand that we reserve the right
to make design, equipment and technical modifications.
To get to know all the benefits of your new appliance, please
read the information contained in these instructions care-
fully.
The instructions apply to several models, so there may be
differences. Sections which only apply to certain appliances
are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Instructions for action are marked with a , the results
of action are marked with a .
1 General safety information
Read and follow these instructions. They contain safety ad-
vice which is important for safe and problem-free installa-
tion and operation. Always read and follow the safety ad-
vice.
DANGER
indicates a hazardous situation,
which if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
indicates a hazardous situation,
which if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
indicates a hazardous situation,
which if not avoided, will result in mi-
nor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
indicates a hazardous situation,
which if not avoided, could result in
damage to property.
Note
indicates useful advice and tips.
It is important that the guidelines and instructions in this
manual are followed so that the appliance is correctly in-
stalled and operates properly. Read and understand all in-
formation in this manual before the appliance is installed.
2 Setting up the appliance
WARNING
Risk of fire due to moisture!
If live parts or the power cord get wet, this can cause a short
circuit.
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The appliance is designed for use in enclosed spaces.
Do not operate the appliance in open space or in damp
areas or where there is spray.
WARNING
Danger of fire and damage!
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Do not place devices that give off heat, e.g. microwaves,
toasters, etc. on the appliance.
CAUTION
Risk of personal injury!
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Have two people move this appliance into place.
NOTICE
Risk of damage caused by condensation
Installing the appliance next to any other refrigerator or
freezer can cause damage or condensation to the Liebherr
appliance.
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Do not install this appliance next to any other refrigerator
or freezer except another Liebherr model. Liebherr mod-
els are designed to allow side-by-side installation. They
are equipped with a heating system to eliminate conden-
sation when refrigerators or freezers are installed side-
by-side.
NOTICE
Risk of damage for the finished floor surface!
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Protect the finished floor surface before you uncrate the
unit.
Verify that:
q
the floor under the appliance is flat and level.
q
the floor can support the appliance's weight plus approx-
imately 1200 pounds (544 kg) of food weight.
q
the appliance is not placed in direct sunlight or near the
stove, range top, radiators and similar heat sources.
q
the kitchen cabinet that the appliance is installed in is
shimmed to the floor level if the floor heights are not
equal.
q
cutout dimensions are accurate.
q
electrical outlet is in correct location.
q
the air flow is not restricted. Air flow must be provided for
the appliance to operate properly. The factory air vents
provide 31 square inches (200 cm
2
) of air flow per appli-
ance. If you are replacing the air vents with an overlay,
the air flow must be the same or greater than the factory
air vents.
General safety information
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