Operating noises, Tips for saving energy, Normal noises – Siemens KF18RA60 User Manual
Page 21: Preventing noises
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Tips for saving energy
S Install the appliance in a cool, well
ventilated room, but not in direct
sunlight and not near a heat source
(radiator, cooker, etc.). Otherwise,
useĂan insulating plate.
S Leave warm food and drinks to cool
down first.
S Thaw frozen food by placing it in the
refrigerator compartment. The low
temperature of the frozen food will
thenĂcool the food in the refrigerator
compartment.
S Open the appliance door as briefly
asĂpossible.
S Occasionally clean the rear of the
appliance with a vacuum cleaner or
paint brush to prevent an increased
power consumption.
Operating noises
Normal noises
Humming - refrigerating unit is running.
Bubbling, gurgling or whirring noises -
refrigerant is flowing through the tubing.
Clicking - motor is switching on or off.
Preventing noises
The appliance is not level
Please align the appliance with a spirit
level. Use the heightĆadjustable feet
or place something under the feet.
The appliance is not freeĆstanding
Please move the appliance away from
adjacent units or appliances.
Drawers or storage areas wobble
or stick
Please check the removable parts and,
if required, reinsert them.
Bottles or receptacles are touching
each other
Please move bottles or receptacles away
from each other.
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