Operating Noises; Quite Normal Noises; Noises Which Can Easily Be Eliminated; Defrosting - Thermador T18BD Serie Guide D'utilisation Et D'entretien

Operating noises

Quite normal noises

Grumbling – refrigerating unit is running.
Fan in the recirculating air system is
running.
Bubbling, humming or gurgling
noises – refrigerant is flowing through
the tubes. Water is flowing into the ice
maker.
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.
Rotating noises – to prevent the ice
cubes from sticking together, a metal
rod in the ice cube container rotates in
periodical cycles (Agitation function).
Noises which can easily
be eliminated
The appliance is not level
Level 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 stick
Check the removable parts and,
if required, reinsert them.
Receptacles are touching each other
Move bottles or receptacles away from
each other.

Defrosting

The appliance is defrosted automatically.
Cleaning the
appliance
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WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can
cause death or severe personal
injury, disconnect power to
appliance before cleaning.
After cleaning, reconnect power.
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WARNING
To avoid personal injuries or property
damage, observe the following:
– Do not clean the appliance with
a steam cleaner.
– Do not let the water used for
cleaning drip onto the light or
control panel.
– Do not use abrasive or acidic
cleaning agents or solvents which
may damage the surfaces of the
appliance.
– Never clean shelves and containers
in the dishwasher. The parts may
warp.

Switch off the appliance with the
POWER button!
Pull out the mains plug or switch off
the fuse.

Clean the door seal with water only
and dry thoroughly.

Clean the appliance with lukewarm
water and a little dishwashing liquid.
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Do not let the water used for
cleaning drip onto the control panel
or light.
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Check the ventilation openings on
the base panel. Remove dirt with
a vacuum cleaner.

Wash the shelves and containers in
lukewarm soapy water and then
rinse with clear water.

Carefully remove persistent dirt with
a soft plastic brush.

To prevent stains, dry shelves and
containers with a soft cloth
immediately after cleaning.

Check the ventilation openings on
the panel.
After cleaning:

Reinsert the mains plug or switch on
the fuse. Switch on the appliance
with the POWER button.
Have your supplier inform you
about special cleaning and care
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information for appliance surfaces.
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Wipe appliance surfaces with
a damp cloth. Then immediately
wipe dry.
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Odors

If the appliance is emitting unpleasant
odors:

Switch off the appliance with the
POWER button!
Pull out the mains plug or switch off
the fuse.

Take all food out of the appliance.

Clean the interior.
See section on "Cleaning the
appliance".

Clean all packages.

Pack strong-smelling food in airtight
containers to prevent the build up of
odors.

Switch on the appliance again with
the POWER button.

Stack food in the appliance.
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After 24 hours check whether the
odors have been eliminated.
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