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Repair manual - Refrigeration
Concerning this document................................................................ 4
1.1 Important information ....................................................................................... 4
1.1.1
Purpose.............................................................................................. 4
1.1.2
Target group ....................................................................................... 4
1.1.3
Other applicable documents ................................................................ 4
1.2 Explanation of symbols .................................................................................... 4
1.2.1
Danger levels...................................................................................... 4
1.2.2
Hazard symbols .................................................................................. 4
1.2.3
Structure of the warnings..................................................................... 5
1.2.4
General symbols ................................................................................. 5
Safety......................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Qualification .................................................................................................... 6
2.2 General safety instructions ............................................................................... 6
2.2.1
All domestic appliances ....................................................................... 6
2.3 Product-specific safety information ................................................................... 7
2.3.1
Refrigeration and freezer appliances .................................................... 7
2.4 Measures after each repair .............................................................................. 7
Design and function............................................................................. 8
3.1 Energy label .................................................................................................... 8
3.1.1
Energy Label: Valid until February 28, 2021.......................................... 8
3.1.2
The new Energy Label: Valid from March 1, 2021 ................................. 8
3.2 Cooling zones ............................................................................................... 10
3.3 Speed controlled compressor ......................................................................... 11
3.4 Dryer ............................................................................................................ 12
3.5 Hinges .......................................................................................................... 13
3.5.1
Concealed (cap) hinge ...................................................................... 13
3.5.2
Flat hinge ......................................................................................... 13
3.5.3
Cushioned flat hinge ......................................................................... 13
3.5.4
Sliding (tandem) hinge....................................................................... 14
3.5.5
Hinge for flush door (Fat hinge).......................................................... 14
3.6 Lokring connections....................................................................................... 15
3.7 Winter switch................................................................................................. 17
3.8 iService functions .......................................................................................... 18
3.8.1
iService overview .............................................................................. 18
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Tools and aids ......................................................................................   21
4.1 Refrigeration circuit repair tools................................................................... . ....   21
4.2 Water circuit repair tools ............................................................................. . ....   23
4.3 Repair support tools and aids ..................................................................... . ....   23
4.4 Measuring tools ......................................................................................... . ....   25
4.5 Cleaning and care accessories ................................................................... . ....   26
Fault Diagnosis ....................................................................................   27
Condensation / Humidity / Leakage ............................................................. . ....   27
Moisture on food or glass plates ................................................................. . ....   27
Compressor evaporation tray overflowing .................................................... . ....   27
Compressor............................................................................................... . ....   27
Compressor too hot.................................................................................... . ....   27
No cooling power ....................................................................................... . ....   28
Protective conductor connection on compressor detached ........................... . ....   28
Filling pipe on compressor too short ............................................................ . ....   28
Mechanical damage ................................................................................... . ....   29
Stainless steel rusts ................................................................................... . ....   29
Stainless steel discoloured ......................................................................... . ....   29
orator ........................................................................................................ . ....   31
Vertical crack on the back wall originating from the fan................................. . ....   32
Cracks in cabinet cover .............................................................................. . ....   32
Bitumen mass dissolves ............................................................................. . ....   33
Small holes in refrigerator compartemnt cooler innerliner.............................. . ....   33
Circle stains on glass shelves ..................................................................... . ....   34
Refrigeration circuit pipe is pressed............................................................. . ....   34
Installation fault.......................................................................................... . ....   35
Increased power consumption and cooling power affected ........................... . ....   35
Appliance protruding .................................................................................. . ....   35
Front panel hits against body, door does not close ....................................... . ....   35
Front panel brushes against kitchen cabinets .............................................. . ....   35
Top cabinet cover brushes against front panel ............................................. . ....   35
Screw brushes against cover mask ............................................................. . ....   35
Cabinet base softens, appliance lifts up or sinks .......................................... . ....   35
Noise ........................................................................................................ . ....   35
Compressor noise ...................................................................................... . ....   35
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Repair manual - Refrigeration Concerning this document.............. 4 Tools and aids ..................  21 1.1 Important information .................. 4 4.1 Refrigeration circuit repair tools................   21 1.1.1 4.2 Water circuit repair tools ..................   23 Purpose.................... 4 1.1.2 4.3 Repair support tools and aids ................  23 Target group .................. 4 1.1.3 4.4 Measuring tools ..................
  • Page 2 Repair manual - Refrigeration Flow noise..................... 35 7.3.2 Checking speed on the inverter module ..........  52 Clicking sounds ..................... 36 7.3.3 Checking resistance values of compressor motor windings ....  52 Swishing noises..................... 36 7.4 Checking stop valve ..................  53 Vibration noises..................... 36 7.4.1 Checking stop valve for leaks ............
  • Page 3 Repair manual - Refrigeration 8.4.3 Filling the filler cylinder (R134a) ............ 65 8.4.4 Evacuating refrigeration circuit (R134a) .......... 66 8.4.5 Filling refrigeration circuit (R134a)............ 67 8.5 Sanitising the water system................ 68 8.6 Sticking brand logo .................. 69 Customer advice ................. 71 9.1 Reducing energy consumption ............... 71 9.1.1 Room conditions ................ 71 9.1.2 Compartment temperatures ............... 71 9.1.3...
  • Page 4: Concerning This Document

    Concerning this document Concerning this document 1.1 Important information 1.2 Explanation of symbols Read and observe chapter 2 "Safety" before performing any work! 1.2.1 Danger levels The warning levels consist of a symbol and a signal word. The signal word indicates 1.1.1 Purpose the severity of the danger.
  • Page 5: Structure Of The Warnings

    Concerning this document Hazard symbol Meaning Gen. symbol Meaning Danger of crushing Identification of a special tip (text and/or graphic) Identification of a simple tip (only text) Danger from hot surfaces Identification of a link to a video tutorial Identification of required tools Identification of required preconditions Danger from strong magnetic field Identification of a condition (if ..., then ...)
  • Page 6: Safety

    Safety Safety 2.1 Qualification 2.2 General safety instructions In Germany, only qualified electricians trained by BSH or an authorised body may per- 2.2.1 All domestic appliances form any repair work. Risk of electric shock due to live parts! In other countries, only similarly trained qualified personnel is permitted to perform the ¡...
  • Page 7: Product-Specific Safety Information

    Safety 2.3 Product-specific safety information 2.4 Measures after each repair If the appliance is functional: 2.3.1 Refrigeration and freezer appliances ¡ Check according to VDE 0701 or country-specific regulations. Risk of burns caused by refrigerants! ¡ Check external appearance, function and tightness. ¡...
  • Page 8: Design And Function

    Design and function Design and function 3.1 Energy label Energy consumption in kWh / year (measured under standard conditions) Total volume of all freezer compartments Since 1995, the European energy label has been providing standardized information on Noise emissions expressed in dB(A) re 1 PW the energy and water consumption of home appliances.
  • Page 9 Design and function Fig. 2: Sample energy label for fridge and freezer appliances: Valid from March 1, 2021 QR code Energy efficiency class Energy consumption in kWh / year (measured under new standard conditions) Total volume of all freezer compartments Total volume of all refrigerator compartments Noise emissions expressed in dB(A) re 1 PW and noise emission class 2020-08-03_58300000002379_ara_en_p Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH...
  • Page 10: Cooling Zones

    Design and function 3.2 Cooling zones Depending on the type of food, it must be stored in the different cooling zones. De- pending on the appliance, there are special compartments for fresh food, which in- crease the storage time of the food. Compartment Temperature Moisture...
  • Page 11: Speed Controlled Compressor

    Design and function 3.3 Speed controlled compressor Fig. 3: Speed controlled compressor with control electronics Speed-controlled compressor adapts to the required cooling power with variable rotary speed. As a result the compressor works efficiently and saves energy. Compressor has a 3-phase AC motor with specified rotation direction. Inverter prevents starting current peaks and creates a high level of torque.
  • Page 12: Dryer

    Design and function 3.4 Dryer Dryer is installed in the refrigeration circuit to remove any moisture which may have entered the circuit. It is filled with strongly hygroscopic granules. Fig. 4: Dryer structure Drying agent Coarse sieve Fine sieve Foreign objects can be caught in the sieve so that they cannot block the capillary tube. Dryer must be replaced every time work is done on the refrigeration circuit.
  • Page 13: Hinges

    Design and function 3.5.2 Flat hinge 3.5 Hinges 3.5.1 Concealed (cap) hinge Fig. 7: Flat hinge overview In flat hinge technology the cabinet door is fixed to the appliance door. Door equipped with flat hinges has opening angle of 115°. Below 20° there is self-clos- ing effect.
  • Page 14: Sliding (Tandem) Hinge

    Design and function 3.5.4 Sliding (tandem) hinge 3.5.5 Hinge for flush door (Fat hinge) Fig. 8: Sliding (Tandem) hinge overview Connection between cabinet and appliance door is made via sliding rails. Cabinet door hinges are required. Cabinet door pulls appliance door along when opening. There is no self-closing effect. Fig. 9: Hinge for flush door (Fat hinge) overview The use of tandem hinge technology calls for a cabinet door hinge.
  • Page 15: Lokring Connections

    Design and function 3.6 Lokring connections In case of repair on the refrigeration circuit, the cut pipe connections are restored with the Lokring technology. Fig. 10: Structure of Lokring connection Fig. 11: Types of Lokrings Main sealing area / reduces the tube diameter by 2 % T-piece with Schrader valve / used if the compressor is not replaced but the Cylindrical area / reduces the tube diameter by 0.2 % service nozzle is too short...
  • Page 16 Design and function In spite of the high degree of sealing efficiency of Lokring connection, it is not always possible to compensate for existing damage to the tube ends. To provide additional se- curity in this case, use is made of Lokprep. Lokprep is an inorganic liquid similar to su- perglue.
  • Page 17: Winter Switch

    Design and function With an automatic winter switch, the heater is on permanently when the ambient tem- 3.7 Winter switch perature is below 17 °C. When the ambient temperature is between 17 °C and 21 °C For ambient temperatures of 0 °C to 17 °C, heat input in the refrigerator compartment the heater is activated in the off period of the compressor cycle.
  • Page 18: Iservice Functions

    Design and function 3.8.1 iService overview 3.8 iService functions iService is a software tool designed for the after sales service, supporting the repair of 3.8.1.1 Monitoring and control function home appliances. The software can establish wired or wireless connection to the appli- ance and provides one or more of the following functionalities, depending on what has been supplied for the individual appliance The software only works, if the compatible hardware is connected to the computer and the driver software for the hardware is in-...
  • Page 19 Design and function 3.8.1.2 Memory function Freezer compartment evaporator temperature in °C Freezer compartment fan Control mode off button Freezer compartment evaporator heater Solenoid valve Stop valve Compressor speed display in RPM All LEDs in the refrigerator compartment are considered as on "logical" LED (1).
  • Page 20 Design and function Counter Description power off / restart Number of restarts undervoltage Number of undervoltages defrost cycles Number of defrost cycles super mode activations Number of super mode activations setpoint changes Number of setpoint changes fridge undercooling Number of undercoolings for the refriger- ator compartment vitafresh undercooling Number of undercoolings for 0 °C com-...
  • Page 21: Tools And Aids

    Tools and aids Tools and aids 4.1 Refrigeration circuit repair tools Hose gauge Usage: [00340555] Pipe cutter Measuring refrigeration circuit pipe dia- Usage: [00340966] meter. Straight cutting of refrigeration circuit pipes. Lokprep Usage: [00340083] Pipe cutting pliers Sealing Lokring connections. Usage: [00341282] Cutting copper, aluminum and steel pipes...
  • Page 22 Tools and aids Lokring pliers Probe valve Usage: [00340080] Usage: [00340965] Lokring installation with pressing power. Allowing intervention in a closed refrigera- tion circuit. Service valve Usage: [00341006] Extraction valve for R600a refrigerant bottle. Vacuum pump Refrigerant R600a Usage: [00340790] Evacuating / filling refrigeration circuit.
  • Page 23: Water Circuit Repair Tools

    Tools and aids 4.2 Water circuit repair tools 4.3 Repair support tools and aids Pipe cutter Guard plate Usage: [00342475] Usage: 20 cm x 80 cm - [15000007] Straight cutting straight (90 °) of water Protecting floor during appliance installa- 60 cm x 86 cm - [15000008] pipes.
  • Page 24 Tools and aids Disassembly tool Mounting wedges Usage: [00342180] Usage: [15000155] Removing bigger plastic parts with sensit- ¡ Left side of the tool: built-in appli- ive surface. ances front panel removal. ¡ Right side of the tool: free-standing appliances front panel removal. ¡...
  • Page 25: Measuring Tools

    Tools and aids 4.4 Measuring tools Damping material (inside) Usage: [00604326] Energy measurement device Butyl mass for damping noises on the in- Usage: [15000102] jection point. Measuring appliance energy consump- tion. Voltcraft Energy Logger 4000, DE version for Schuko socket. Touch-up applicator (new white) Usage: [00310026]...
  • Page 26: Cleaning And Care Accessories

    Tools and aids 4.5 Cleaning and care accessories Cleaning & care set Usage: Set: [00311964] Stainless steel conditioning set: Cleaning Cleaning powder: [00311946] powder and Conditioning cloth for stain- Conditioning cloths: [00312007] less steel surfaces. Cleaner Usage: [00311910] For intensive cleaning of refrigerators: ¡...
  • Page 27: Fault Diagnosis

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Diagnosis Condensation / Humidity / Leakage Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Moisture on food or glass plates Compressor runtime reduced due to low ambient tem- ▶ Set lower cooling temperature in order to increase compressor perature runtime. Temperature insufficiently distributed Valid only for appliances with internal fan.
  • Page 28: No Cooling Power

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Insufficient refrigerant / underfilling Check refrigeration circuit for leakage.→ Page 51 If no leak was found. Repair refrigeration circuit.→ Page 60 Blockage / partial blockage at bottlenecks (e.g. capil- Rinse refrigeration circuit.→ Page 59 ▶ lary tube, magnetic valve) resulting from contamination No cooling power Compressor not operating 1.
  • Page 29: Mechanical Damage

    Fault Diagnosis Mechanical damage Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Stainless steel rusts Surface came in contact with non-oxidising acids, solu- Required tools: tions and their salts, chloride-containing media, sea Cleaning and care for stainless steel surfaces [00311964] water, sponge cloth Commercially-available "sponge cloths" are dyed and, ▶...
  • Page 30: Crack At Bottom Of Refrigerator Compartment In Front Of Vegetable Drawer

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Crack at bottom of refrigerator compartment in front of Fallen down object (e.g. glass shelf or food tin) ▶ Advise customer: vegetable drawer Customer's fault - repair is not possible. Pressure mark visible, underhooking of a side with crack 2020-08-03_58300000002379_ara_en_p Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH...
  • Page 31: Horizontal Stress Crack On The Back Wall Above Or Below The Foamed-In Evap- Orator

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Horizontal stress crack on the back wall above or be- Storage of cooking oil in the refrigerator compartment Required tools: low the foamed-in evaporator Repair set for repairing cracks at innerliner [00714422] Storing cooking oil in the refrigerator compartment may create the condi- tions in which a tension crack tends to appear.
  • Page 32: Vertical Crack On The Back Wall Originating From The Fan

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Vertical crack on the back wall originating from the fan Oil leaking from the internal fan bearing / Cooking oil 1. Remove trays to identify oil residue as the cause. comes into contact with the refrigerated goods con- tainer 2.
  • Page 33: Bitumen Mass Dissolves

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Bitumen mass dissolves Currently not known Required tools: Insulation material butyl mass [00604326] Apply butyl mass to seal the defective surface. ▶ Small holes in refrigerator compartemnt cooler inner- Ventilation holes due to the production process Advise customer: ▶...
  • Page 34: Circle Stains On Glass Shelves

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Circle stains on glass shelves Stains are the imprints of silicone suction cups that are ▶ Advise customer: used during processing and handling of glass shelves There is no technical or material defect. Stains exists due to produc- in the factory tion and part handling process in the factory.
  • Page 35: Installation Fault

    Fault Diagnosis Installation fault Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Increased power consumption and cooling power af- Ventilation at rear covered ▶ Refer to dimensions in installation instructions. fected Leave sufficient distance between appliance and back panel. Appliance protruding Reinforcing brace for transport in rear area of the kit- Remove reinforcing brace.
  • Page 36: Clicking Sounds

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting On the evaporator: Residual air in the refrigeration cir- Do not rinse the refrigeration circuit! Make sure that no air gets into cuit the refrigeration circuit. 1. Evacuate the refrigeration circuit on both sides for 15 minutes. 2.
  • Page 37: Injection Noises On The Evaporator

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Injection noises on the evaporator High flow rate of refrigerant / Capillary tube bent Required tools: Noise damping Butyl, outside use [00153737] mass For refrigerator compartment aluminum evaporators, the capillary tube is not accessible! 1.
  • Page 38 Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Excessive noise measured by customer using smart- There is no fault inside the appliance - measuring tool Argumentation when the customer Is measuring noise level with a phone app and conditions are not adequate smartphone app.
  • Page 39: Odour

    Fault Diagnosis Odour Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Typical plastic smell New delivered appliance smells plastic All BSH refrigerator appliances are made from materials and plastics that are in accordance with food legislation requirements, especially certified for food-contact and thus are specifically designed for the storage of fresh foods.
  • Page 40: Off-Odors Coming From The Appliance Exterior

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Insufficient cleaning / food stains in storage drawers ▶ Advise customer: and on glass plates / stagnant condensation water in Regularly clean of all parts of appliance compartment with lukewarm drawers / blocked defrost drain outlet water and mild detergent.
  • Page 41: Result Problem

    Fault Diagnosis Result problem Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Drinking water tastes stale Activated charcoal filter used up. / No water was used If activated charcoal filter is installed. for some time / Ice maker was switched off for an ex- Replace activated charcoal filter after a maximum of 6 months.
  • Page 42: Icing Up / Condensation On Side Panels

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Icing up / condensation on side panels Humidity above 80 %, insufficient ventilation between Required tools: the side panels, particularly in side-by side appliances Insulation mat non flammable [20000786] (refrigerator and freezer are set up together) 1.
  • Page 43: Icing Up On Input Of Evaporator

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Food stored too close to back panel ▶ Advise customer: Store food by keeping a gap to the back panel. Icing up on input of evaporator Leak in refrigeration circuit Check refrigeration circuit for leakage.→ Page 51 ▶...
  • Page 44: Frost On Dryer

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Partial blockage at bottlenecks (e.g. capillary tube, ▶ Rinse the refrigeration circuit.→ Page 59 solenoid valve) resulting from contamination Frost on dryer Partial blockage at bottlenecks (e.g. capillary tube, Rinse the refrigeration circuit.→ Page 59 ▶ magnetic valve) resulting from contamination 2020-08-03_58300000002379_ara_en_p Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH...
  • Page 45: Frost On Suction Pipe

    Fault Diagnosis Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Frost on suction pipe Overfilling of the refrigeration circuit ▶ Repair refrigeration circuit.→ Page 60 Icing up on no-frost evaporator Inadequate temperature distribution 1. Check fan. 2. Check evaporator heating system. 3. Check if drainage channel is not blocked. 2020-08-03_58300000002379_ara_en_p Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page 45 of 73...
  • Page 46: Measuring Technology

    Measuring technology Measuring technology Equilibrium: The compressor works exclusively to compensate the heat intake 6.1 Measuring temperature inside the appliance through insulation, door seal and thermal bridges. There is a temperature stratification To allow the internal temperature of a refrigerating appliance to be measured exactly, in the appliance interior.
  • Page 47 Measuring technology 1. Place data logger in geometric center of the compartment. 1. Place glass of water in geometric center. 2. Inform the customer that the appliance door should be opened as infrequently as possible and only little amount of fresh products should placed in the appliance during the measurement.
  • Page 48: Nominal Temperature Graph

    Measuring technology ¡ Controller positions: Segments of the tolerance ranges 6.2 Nominal temperature graph – Minimum controller position: right segment Because of the various appliance constructions and evaporator arrangements, every – Medium controller position: medium segment refrigerator has its own standard behavior pattern. To make it possible to check the –...
  • Page 49: Checking Temperature Indicator (Sticker "Ok")

    Measuring technology 6.3 Checking temperature indicator (Sticker "OK") 6.4 Measuring energy consumption Temperature indicator (Sticker "OK") determines the required controller position for the Required tools: cooling zones in the cooling compartment. Energy cost measuring device VOLTCRAFT, Energy Logger 4000 [15000102] Specified energy consumption was determined in the lab under standard conditions.
  • Page 50: Test

    Test Test 7.1 Performing customer service test program Valid for all appliances with on-board customer service test program. Customer service test program must be performed before any repair ac- tion (e.g. component exchange, electronic flashing). Customer service test program details are described in service docu- ments "Check routine (ASP)".
  • Page 51: Tracing Leakage In Refrigeration Circuit

    Test 7.2 Tracing leakage in refrigeration circuit As there is always refrigerant oil from the compressor mixed in with the refrigerant, in the case of a leak it will also be possible to identify traces of oil. 1. Search for leakage near the welding points and at tube connections. 2.
  • Page 52: Checking Compressor (Quick Test)

    Test 7.3 Checking compressor (quick test) Required tools: Multimeter Digital multimeter VC 850K [15000062] Prerequisite: Compressor is running. 7.3.1 Checking compressor input current 1. Switch off the appliance. 2. Wait 10 minutes for pressure to equalize. 3. Actuate the compressor in the internal test program. 4.
  • Page 53: Checking Stop Valve

    Test 7.4 Checking stop valve 7.4.1 Checking stop valve for leaks 1. Check stop valve cooling pipes connections for refrigerant leakage. If refrigerant leakage is detected. Eliminate leakage. If there is no refrigerant leakage. Measure power consumption.→ Page 53 7.4.2 Checking stop valve function 1.
  • Page 54: Repair

    Repair Repair 8.1 Inside Lokring technology Lokrings and Lokring tooling can be selected and ordered via QuickFinder using ENR LOKRING/01. 8.1.1 Hints for Lokring installation The ends of the tubes must be clean, bare metal and free of any oil, paint or coating.
  • Page 55: Changing Lokring Pliers Jaw

    Repair 8.1.6 Using Lokprep 8.1.4 Changing Lokring pliers jaw Video tutorial Video tutorial 8.1.7 Using capillary tube pliers 8.1.5 Selecting correct Lokring Video tutorial Video tutorial 2020-08-03_58300000002379_ara_en_p Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page 55 of 73...
  • Page 56: Checking Dryer Capsule

    Repair 8.1.8 Checking dryer capsule 8.1.10 Connecting capillary tube Video tutorial Video tutorial 8.1.9 Installing reducing connector 8.1.11 Connecting dryer and capillary tube Video tutorial Video tutorial 2020-08-03_58300000002379_ara_en_p Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page 56 of 73...
  • Page 57: Connecting Aluminium And Copper Pipes

    Repair 8.1.12 Connecting aluminium and copper pipes 8.1.14 Installing NTR connection (Y-pipe) (part 1) Video tutorial Video tutorial 8.1.13 Making one-sided pressed connection 8.1.15 Installing NTR connection (Y-pipe) (part 2) Video tutorial Video tutorial 2020-08-03_58300000002379_ara_en_p Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page 57 of 73...
  • Page 58: Connecting T-Piece With Schrader Valve

    Repair 8.1.16 Connecting T-piece with Schrader valve Video tutorial 8.1.17 Repairing too short compressor tube Video tutorial 2020-08-03_58300000002379_ara_en_p Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page 58 of 73...
  • Page 59: Rinsing Refrigeration Circuit

    Repair 8.2 Rinsing refrigeration circuit Required tools: Pipe insertion valve for pipe insertion [00340965] To remove blockages caused by contaminations, the refrigeration circuit must be flushed. 1. Disconnect the suction pipe from the compressor and the capillary tube from the dryer.
  • Page 60: Repairing Refrigeration Circuit (R600A)

    Repair 8.3 Repairing refrigeration circuit (R600a) When during repair it is required to open refrigeration circuit always re- place the dryer before evacuating and filling the circuit. Danger In the case of any leakage at the intake side of the refrigeration circuit, it is essential for Explosion hazard due to combustible refrigerants! the compressor to be replaced during the repair.
  • Page 61: Disposing Compressor Oil

    Repair 8.3.2 Disposing compressor oil 4. Weigh the refrigerant bottle with screwed on service valve. Refrigerant dissolved in the oil of the R600a compressors cannot be completely re- moved at a justifiable cost. R600a compressors should therefore be completely and hermetically sealed and disposed of.
  • Page 62 Repair Vacuum pump R600a, Refco RL-4, Weight: 5.65 kg, [00340790] Vacuum pump Output: 65 l/min (2.3 cfm), Vacuum ex Filler valve / black / for refrigerant works: 15 micron, Engine: 0.19 KW, Connecting hose / yellow / for vacuum pump 2400 rpm, Connections: 1⁄4" SAE + Connecting hose / red / for service valve attached on refrigerant bottle 3⁄8"...
  • Page 63: Filling Refrigeration Circuit (R600A)

    Repair 3. Connect prepared refrigerant bottle with service valve to the short red hose. 1. 1. Hold the refrigerant bottle down (1). 2. Open the service valve on the refrigerant bottle (2). Liquid refrigerant flows into short red hose. 2. 1. Open black and blue valves. 2.
  • Page 64: Repairing Refrigeration Circuit (R134A)

    Repair 8.4 Repairing refrigeration circuit (R134a) When during repair it is required to open refrigeration circuit always re- place the dryer before evacuating and filling the circuit. Notice In the case of any leakage at the intake side of the refrigeration circuit, it is essential for High operating pressure in refrigerant cycle! the compressor to be replaced during the repair.
  • Page 65: Disposing Compressor Oil

    Repair 8.4.2 Disposing compressor oil Refrigerant dissolved in the oil of the compressors cannot be completely removed at a justifiable cost. Compressors should therefore be completely and hermetically sealed and disposed of. After compressor removal its connections must be hermetically sealed with Lokring blank plugs to prevent the dissolved in the compressor oil from evaporating and flowing out of the connectors during transportation.
  • Page 66: Evacuating Refrigeration Circuit (R134A)

    Repair Connecting hose /red / for service pipe of the dryer (pressure side) When removing the refrigerant cylinder, the refrigerant escapes between the red valve and the refrigerant cylinder. Valve / yellow / for vacuum pump Connecting hose / yellow / for vacuum pump 8.4.4 Evacuating refrigeration circuit (R134a) Connecting hose / blue / for service pipe of the compressor (suction side) Prerequisite:...
  • Page 67: Filling Refrigeration Circuit (R134A)

    Repair 7. 1. Pinch off the compressor service pipe. The vacuum is reached once the red and black pointers are aligned. 2. Apply Lokprep to the thread of the Schrader valve on the compressor service pipe. 3. Close the Schrader valve with the locking cap. Allow the vacuum pump to run for at least 10 min, until the pointers on the vacuum Refrigeration circuit is filled with refrigerant.
  • Page 68: Sanitising The Water System

    Repair 8.5 Sanitising the water system 6. Rinse the ice maker pipe system: 1. Allow sanitising solution to take effect for 30 minutes. Required tools: 2. Close tap on hose of garden pump. 3. Connect water inlet hose of appliance to water tap. Disinfection set in the suitcase [00342230]...
  • Page 69: Sticking Brand Logo

    Repair 8.6 Sticking brand logo If door surface for brand logo stick is inox look: 1. Using cotton swab apply small drop of polishing paste on the door surface (1). Required tools: 2. Wipe back and forth twice over the surface to be glued (2). 3.
  • Page 70 Repair If logo is single letters logo: 1. Stick logo on the dedicated position of door (1). 2. Move hand roller (e.g. rubber-coated steel roller or hard rubber roller) 3-4 times over the logo (2). Adhesive takes time to build up liability! 1.
  • Page 71: Customer Advice

    Customer advice Customer advice 9.1.2 Compartment temperatures 9.1 Reducing energy consumption 1. Advise customer: 9.1.1 Room conditions If precise temperature adjustment is available set temperature setting: 1. Cold-storage compartment: from +8 °C to +12 °C. 2. Refrigerator compartment: +4 °C. Ideal room temperature around is 20 °C.
  • Page 72: Food Storage

    Customer advice 9.1.4 Food storage 9.1.5 Defrosting 1. Advise customer: ▶ Advise customer: Leave hot food to cool down before storing it. Defrost freezer compartment in case of ice formation of more than 1 cm. 2. Advise customer: Store food wrapped or well covered. In appliances with Low Frost cooling system compartment does not de- frost automatically.
  • Page 73: Transporting The Appliance

    Customer advice 9.2 Transporting the appliance During transportation the oil in the compressor may have flowed into the refrigeration system. Once the appliance has been set up, wait at least 1 hour before commissioning. ▶ 2020-08-03_58300000002379_ara_en_p Copyright by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Page 73 of 73...

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