LIEBHERR FNd 525i Prime NoFrost Freestanding freezer User Guide

User Guide
Quality, Design and Innovation

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The manufacturer is constantly working to improve all types and models. Therefore, please be aware that we reserve the right to make changes to the shape, equipment and technology.

These operating instructions apply to:

The appliance at a glance

Delivered contents

Check all parts for damage during transport. If you have any complaints, please contact the dealer or Customer Service (see 9.4 Customer service) .

Delivery contains the following parts:

• Standalone appliance
• Equipment (depending on your model)
• Installation parts (depending on your model)
• “Quick Start Guide”
• “Installation Guide”
• Service brochure

Appliance and equipment overview

Fig. 1 Example illustration

Equipment

Note
The shelves, drawers, and baskets are arranged for optimal energy efficiency in the factory configuration. However, changes to the arrangement within the given insertion options – for example the arrangement of shelves in the fridge compartment – have no effect on energy consumption.

Range of appliance use

Normal use
The appliance is only suitable for cooling food for residential or other similar environments.
This includes the following types of uses

• in staff kitchens, bed and breakfasts,
• by guests in country homes, hotels, motels and other types of accommodations,
• for catering and similar wholesale services.

The appliance is not suitable as a built-in unit; All other types of uses are not permitted.

Foreseeable misuse
The following uses are specifically prohibited:

• Storage and cooling of medication, blood plasma, laboratory preparations or similar substances and products in accordance with the Medical  evice Directive 2007/47/EC
• Use in areas at risk of explosion

Incorrect appliance use can cause damage to the stored products or cause them to spoil.

Climate ratings
The appliance is set to operate within specific ambient temperature limits according to its climate rating The climate rating for your appliance is printed on the rating plate

Note
To guarantee trouble-free operation, comply with the indicated ambient temperatures.

The appliance will function properly in ambient temperatures down to 0 °C.*
The appliance will function properly in ambient temperatures down to -15 °C.*

Conformity

The refrigerant circuit has been tested for leaks. The appliance complies with the applicable safety regulations and with the directives 2014/35/EU, 2014/30/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU, 2010/30/EU and 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available on the following website: www.Liebherr.com

EPREL Database

Details about energy labeling and ecodesign requirements will be available on the European product database (EPREL) from March 1, 2021. You can access the product database at the following link: https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/ You will be asked to enter the model ID. You can find the model ID on the type plate.-

General safety instructions

Dangers for the user:

• This appliance can be operated by children as well as by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed in the safe use of the appliance and understand the associated risks. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children unless they are supervised. Children between the ages of 3 and 8 may load and unload the appliance. Children under the age of 3 must be kept away from the appliance if they are not constantly supervised.
• When disconnecting the appliance from the outlet, always take hold of the plug. Do not pull on the cable.
• Disconnect the power plug or switch off the power if a fault occurs.
• Do not damage the mains power line. Do not operate the appliance from a defective mains power line.
• Repairs and operations on the appliance may only be carried out by the customer service department or other specifically trained specialist engineers.
• The appliance should only be assembled, connected and disposed of in accordance with the instructions.
• Please keep the instructions and pass them on to any future owner.
• The manufacturer is not liable for damage arising from incorrect connection to the water supply.*

Risk of fire:

• The refrigerant contained within the appliance (specifications on the rating plate) is environmentally friendly, but flammable. Leaking refrigerant can ignite.
• Do not damage the pipes of the refrigerant circuit.
• Do not handle ignition sources inside the appliance.
• Do not use electrical devices inside the appliance (e.g. steam cleaners, heaters, ice cream makers, etc.).
• If refrigerant leaks: Remove naked flames or ignition sources located near the area of the leak. Air the room well. Contact the customer service department.
• Do not store explosive materials or spray cans with flammable propellants, such as e.g. butane, propane, pentane, etc. in the appliance. You can recognize such spray cans by the printed contents or a flame symbol. Any leaking gasses can be ignited by electrical components.
• Keep burning candles, lamps and other objects with open flames away from the appliance so that they do not set it on fire.
• Alcoholic beverages or other containers holding alcohol must always be tightly sealed for storage purposes. Any leaking alcohol can be ignited by electrical components

Tipover hazard:

• Do not stand or climb on the base, drawers, doors, etc. This applies in particular to children.

Risk of food poisoning:

• Do not consume food that has passed its best before date.

Danger of frostbite, feelings of numbness and pain:

• Avoid continued skin contact with cold surfaces or chilled/frozen food or adopt protective measures.

Risk of injury and damage:

• Hot steam may lead to injuries. Do not use any electrical heating or steam cleaning equipment, naked flames or defrosting sprays for defrosting
• Do not remove ice with sharp objects

Symbols on the device:

The symbol can be on the compressor. It refers to the oil in the compressor and refers to the following danger: Can be lethal if swallowed or
inhaled. This notice only applies for recycling. There is no danger during normal operation.
The symbol is located on the compressor and indicates the danger of inflammable materials. Do not remove the label.

This label or a similar one can be located on the rear of the appliance. It refers to the foamed-in panels in the door and/or the housing. This notice only applies for recycling. Do not remove the label.

Follow the specific instructions in the other sections:

Start-up

Turning on the appliance

Make sure that the following requirements are met:

• Appliance is set up and connected according to installation instructions.
• All adhesive strips, adhesive and protective films, as well as transport safety devices in and on the appliance are removed.
• All advertising material has been removed from the drawers.
  Switch on the appliance from the display.
  Fig. 2
  After switching on the appliance, select the language.
  The status screen appears.
  If the DemoMode is displayed along with the blue screen after switching on the appliance, the DemoMode can be deactivated within the next 5 minutes.
  Press DemoMode for 3 seconds.
  DemoMode is off.

Note
The manufacturer recommends:
Store frozen produce at -18 °C or colder.

Insert the equipment

Insert the supplied equipment to help you make the most of the appliance.
Purchase the SmartDevice Box and insert it (see https://smartdevice.liebherr.com/install).*
Install the SmartDevice app (see https://apps.home.liebherr.com/).

Note
You can purchase accessories from the Liebherr household appliance store (home.liebherr.com).

Food management

Storing food

WARNING
Danger of fire
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

Note
Insufficient ventilation results in an increase in energy consumption and reduction of the refrigerating performance
Always keep the air slots unobstructed.

When storing food, remember these basic rules:

• Do not obstruct the air vents on the back wall.
• Do not obstruct the air vents on the fan.
• Food is well sealed.
• Raw meat or fish is in clean, sealed containers so that other food cannot be touched or drip on them.
• Food is stored spaced apart to ensure good air circulation.

Note
Failure to follow these guidelines can lead to food perishing.

Freezer
This provides a dry, frosty storage climate at -18 °C. A frosty climate is suitable for storing frozen food and goods for several months, preparing ice cubes, or freezing fresh food.

Freezing food
You can freeze as many kilograms of fresh food within 24 hours as indicated on the nameplate (see 9.5 Rating plate) under “freezing capacity … kg/24h”.
To ensure that the food freezes quickly to the core, keep to the following quantities per pack:

• Fruit, vegetables up to 1 kg
• Meat up to 2.5 kg

Before freezing, please note the following:

• SuperFrost is activated (see 6.3 Functions) when the amount of food to freeze exceeds approx. 2 kg.
• With a small volume of frozen goods: SuperFrost is activated approx. 6 hours prior.
• With the maximum volume of frozen goods: SuperFrost is activated approx. 24 hours prior.

Defrosting food

• in the fridge compartment
• in the microwave
• in the oven/fan oven
• at room temperature

WARNING
Danger of food poisoning!
Do not re-freeze defrosted food.
Remove only the food you need for now.
Use defrosted food as quickly as possible

Freezer tray
Use the freezer tray for berries, herbs, vegetables and other small goods without them freezing together in the process. The food keeps its shape and is easier to separate into portions later on.
You can also store the freezer packs in the freezer tray to save space.
Spread food, unsealed, at a good distance apart, over the whole surface of the freezer tray.

Storage times

The storage times given are guidelines
Food with a “use by” date must still be consumed by the date indicated on the package

Energy saving

• Always ensure good ventilation. Do not obstruct ventilation openings or grilles.
• Never block air slits in the fan.
• Do not install the appliance in direct sunlight or next to a stove, heater or similar heat source.
• Energy consumption depends on installation conditions such as the ambient temperature (see 1.3 Range of appliance use) . A warmer ambient temperature can increase the energy consumption.
• Avoid opening the appliance door for any longer then necessary
• The lower the temperature is set the higher the energy consumption.
• All food stored in the appliance should be well wrapped and covered. This prevents frost buildup.
• Insertion of warm foods: first let the food cool down to room temperature.

Use

Controls and displays

The display provides a quick overview of the temperature setting and the status of functions and settings. You can control the functions and settings either by deactivating/activating them or by selecting a value.

Status display

1. Temperature display
   The Status display shows the set temperatures and is the home display. From there, you can navigate to the options and settings.

Navigation
Navigate in the menu to see the individual functions. An audible signal sounds after confirming a function or setting. If no selection is made after 10 s, the display switches to the Status screen.
The appliance is operated by swiping and confirming in the display:

Back:

• Confirm your selection in the submenu. The display returns to the menu.
• Select . The display returns to the function/setting.

Back to Status display:

• Close and open the door.
• Wait 10 s. The display switches to the Status display.

Display symbols

The display symbols provide information about the current appliance status.

Operating logic

Activating/deactivating settings
You can activate/deactivate the following functions:

x When a function is on, the appliance works harder. This means the appliance could make louder noises and consume more energy.
Swipe left in the display until the function appears.
Confirm selected function with a short tap.
You hear the confirmation tone.
Status appears in the menu.
Function is on/off.

Selecting function value
With the following functions you can set a value in the submenu:

Swipe left in the display until the function appears.
Confirm selected function with a short tap.
Select the setting value by swiping the display.

Setting the temperature
Confirm selected value with a short tap.
You hear the confirmation tone.
The display changes to blue when it is activated.
Display switches back to the menu.

Activating/deactivating settings

You can activate/deactivate the following settings:

Swipe left in the display until Settings appears.
Confirm settings by tapping.
Swipe until you can see the setting you want.

Activate setting (short press)
Tap briefly to confirm.
You hear the confirmation tone.
Status appears in the menu.
Setting is activated / deactivated.

Activate setting (long press)
Press selection for 3 seconds to confirm.
You hear the confirmation tone.
Status appears in the menu.
Display changes.

Selecting the setting value
With the following settings you can set a value in the submenu:

Swipe the display to the left until the settings are displayed.
Confirm the settings by tapping.
Swipe until you can see the setting you want.
Tap briefly to confirm.
Select the desired setting value by swiping the display.
Tap briefly to confirm.
You hear the confirmation tone.
Status appears briefly in the submenu.
Display switches back to the menu.

Calling up the customer menu
The customer menu provides the following settings:

Swipe left in the display until the settings appear.
Tap settings.
The submenu appears.
Swipe left in the display until the appliance information appears.
Press for 3 seconds.
The input menu for a numerical code appears.
Enter the numerical code 151.
The customer menu appears.
Swipe left in the display until the desired setting appears.

Select the setting value
Tap briefly to confirm.
You hear the confirmation tone.
Status appears briefly in the display.
The display switches back to the menu.

Activate setting
To confirm, press the display for 3 seconds.
You hear the confirmation tone.
Status appears in the display.
The symbol flashes as long as the appliance is working.

Functions

Temperature
The temperature depends on the following factors:

• the number of times the door is opened
• The duration the door is opened
• the room temperature of the installation location
• the type, temperature and amount of food

Setting the temperature

 Set the value. (see 6.2 Operating logic) .
The set temperature is shown on the bottom right of the display.

SuperFrost
Select this function for the maximum freezing setting, to reach lower freezing temperatures.

Use:

• To freeze more than 2 kg fresh food a day.
• Freezing fresh food quickly to the core.
• Increasing the cold reserves in the stored goods before defrosting the appliance.

Activating/deactivating settings
With a small volume of frozen goods:

Activate 6 hours before use.
With the maximum volume of frozen goods:
Activate 24 hours before use.
Activating/deactivating (see 6.2 Operating logic) .
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Activate/deactivate in the Liebherr SmartDevice-App.*
The function automatically turns off. The appliance goes back to normal mode. The temperature adjusts itself to the set level.

PartyMode
This option offers an assortment of special functions and settings that are useful if you are having a party.
The following functions are activated:

• SuperFrost
• IceMaker and MaxIce*
  You can set any functions you like. Your changes are lost when the option is switched off.

Activating/deactivating settings
Activating/deactivating (see 6.2 Operating logic) .
  On: All functions are activated at the same time.
Deactivated: Previously set temperatures are restored.
The function is automatically switched off after 24 hours.

EnergySaver
This function reduces energy consumption. If you activate this function, the cooling temperature increases.

Use:

• Save energy.

Activating/deactivating settings
Activating/deactivating (see 6.2 Operating logic) .
Activated: Higher temperatures are set in all temperaturzones.
Deactivated: Previously set temperatures are restored.

IceMaker / MaxIce*
This function activates the production of ice cubes.*

Use:*

• If this function is activated, you can decide between the normal IceMaker function and MaxIce.
• The MaxIce makes approx. 1.5 kg of ice cubes per 24 h within a short time.

The ice cube size can be set with the ice cube size function. (see Ice cubes*) *
The lines can be cleaned with the TubeClean function. (see TubeClean*) *

Activating the function*
Make sure that the following requirements are fulfilled:

• The water supply is established at the fixed water connection. See Assembly Manual.*
• IceMaker is put into operation. (see 7.4 IceMaker*)
  Activate the function. (see 6.2 Operating logic)
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  Activate via the Liebherr SmartDevice-App.
  It can take up to 24 hours for the first ice cubes to be made.

Deactivating the function*
Deactivate the function. (see 6.2 Operating logic)
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Deactivate the function via the Liebherr SmartDevice-App.*
If ice cubes are currently being made, the system completes the process. After that, the IceMaker switches off.

Settings

Language
This setting lets you choose the language of the display.
Choose from the following languages:

• German
• English
• French
• Spanish
• Italian
• Dutch
• Czech
• Polish
• Portuguese
• Russian
• Chinese

Activating/deactivating settings
Activating/deactivating (see 6.2 Operating logic) .

Setting up the WLAN connection
This setting connects the appliance to the internet. The connection is managed in the SmartDevice Box. You can use the SmartDevice-App to add your appliance to a SmartHomeSystem. Use the SmartDevice-App or other compatible partner networks to enjoy advanced options and settings.

Note
The SmartDevice Box is available from the Liebherr Residential Appliances Store (https://home.liebherr.com/shop/de/deu/smartdevicebox.html).
More information about the availability, prerequisites and individual options can be found on the Internet at https://smartdevice.liebherr.com/install.

Use:

• Manage the appliance with the SmartDevice-App or a compatible partner network.
• Enjoy advanced functions and settings.
• Check the appliance status on the SmartDevice-App.
  • Purchase the SmartDevice Box and insert it (see https://smartdevice.liebherr.com/install).*
  • Install the SmartDevice app (see https://apps.home.liebherr.com/).

Setting up the WLAN connection

Activate (see 6.2 Operating logic) .
The connection is set up: Connecting appears. The symbol flashes.
The connection is set up: WiFi appears, the display turns blue.
The connection failed: WiFi Error appears.

Disconnecting
Deactivate the setting (see 6.2 Operating logic) .

There is no connection: The symbol is displayed constantly.

Restoring the connection
Restore settings (see 6.2 Operating logic) .

Connection and other settings are restored to factory settings.

Entry lock
This setting avoids accidental operation of the appliance, e.g. by children.

Use:

• Avoid unintentional changing of settings and functions.
• Avoid unintentional switching off of the appliance.
• Avoid unintentional temperature adjustments. Activating/deactivating settings

Activating/deactivating (see 6.2 Operating logic) .

Display brightness

With this setting, you can choose a brightness level for the display.

You can set the following brightness levels:

• 40%
• 60%
• 80%
• 100%

Choosing the setting
Set the level (see 6.2 Operating logic) .

Door alarm
Set the time before the door alarm (see Close door) sounds.

Options are as follows:

• 1 min
• 2 min
• 3 min
• Off

Choosing the setting
Set the level (see 6.5 Warnings) .

Temperature unit
This setting allows you to change between Celsius and Fahrenheit as the temperature unit.

Selecting the setting value
Set the value (see 6.2 Operating logic) .

Info
This setting allows the appliance information to be read out as well as access to the customer menu.
It provides the following information:

• Model name
• Index
• Serial number
• Service number

View appliance data
Swipe in the display until Settings appears.
Confirm the display.
Swipe in the display until About appears.
Read the appliance data.

SabbathMode
This setting meets the religious requirements on the Sabbath and Jewish festivals. Turn on SabbathMode to switch off certain controls. This means you can use the appliance without anyone changing any settings.
You can find a list of Star-K-certified appliances at www.stark.org/appliances.

WARNING
Danger of food poisoning!
If there is a power outage when SabbathMode is on, this message is not saved. When the power is restored, the appliance continues in SabbathMode. Afterwards, the temperature display does not show a message about the power outage. If there was a power outage during SabbathMode:
Check the quality of the food. Do not consume spoiled food!

What happens on the appliance when in SabbathMode:

• The Status display permanently shows SabbathMode.
• The display is locked for all functions apart from turning off SabbathMode.
• Any functions/settings that are already on, remain active.
• The display stays bright when the door is closed.
• Reminders are disabled. The set timer interval is also stopped. The function is no longer executed in SabbathMode.
• Reminders and warnings are not displayed. No acoustic signals are emitted and the display does not show warnings / settings such as temperature alarm or door alarm.
• IceMaker is out of use.*
• The internal light is off.
• The defrost cycle only works for the specified time without taking account of fridge use.
• After a power cut the appliance automatically returns to SabbathMode.

Activating/deactivating SabbathMode
To activate this function, swipe the display until you reach Settings and press for 1 second. The menu shows the available settings.
Swipe the display until the symbol for SabbathMode (Menora) appears. Press the symbol for 3 seconds.
The display changes color.
SabbathMode has been activated. To deactivate the function, press the display for 3 seconds. SabbathMode has been deactivated.

TubeClean*
This setting cleans the IceMaker pipes.*
Make sure that the following requirements are met:*

• IceMaker cleaning process is ready (see 8.2.6 Cleaning the IceMaker*) .

Activate setting*
Activate the setting in the customer menu (see 6.2 Operating logic)
TubeClean is prepared (max. 60 min.): The symbol flashes.
Water pipes are rinsed: Symbol flashes.
Rinsing process is complete: Function turns off automatically.

Ice cubes*
With this setting, you can choose the ice cube size.*

Choosing the setting*
Make your settings in the Customer menu (see 6.2 Operating logic).

Reminder
Reminders are displayed acoustically by a beep and visually a symbol in the display. The signal gets louder until the alerstops.

Insert IceMaker drawer*
This message appears when the IceMaker drawer is open.
Push in IceMaker drawer.
The message disappears.
The IceMaker makes ice cubes.

Activate setting
Activating/deactivating (see 6.2 Operating logic) .

Reset
This function resets all settings to the factory settings. settings that you have made thus far will be reset to their original values.
Activate the setting
Activating (see 6.2 Operating logic) .

Turn off appliance
This setting turns off the whole appliance.

Switch off whole appliance

Fig. 11

Turning off the IceMaker .*
Activating/deactivating (see 6.2 Operating logic) .
Off: Display turns black.

Warnings

Warnings are issued with an acoustic signal and visually with a symbol on the display. The signal gets louder until the alert stops.

Message

Close door
This message appears if the door is open too long.
You can set the time before this message appears .
Stop alarm: Confirm the message.
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Close the door.

Power failure.
This message appears if the freezer temperature rises after a power outage. When the power outage is over, the appliance will continue to operate at the last temperature setting.
  Stop alarm: Confirm the message.
Temperature alarm appears (see Temperature alarm) .

Temperature alarm
This message appears if the temperature does not match the set temperature.
Temperature differences may be caused by:

• Hot fresh food was placed in the appliance.
• When sorting and removing food from the appliance, too much warm ambient air got in.
• There has been a prolonged power outage.
• The appliance is faulty.

When the cause is eliminated, the appliance will continue to operate at the last temperature setting.
Confirm the display.
Warmest temperature is displayed.
Confirm the display again.
The status display is displayed.
Current temperature is displayed.

Error
This message appears when there is a fault with the appliance.
An appliance component has an error.
Open the door.
Take note of the error code.
Confirm the message.
The acoustic warning ceases
The display changes to the Status screen.
Close the door.
Contact Customer Service (see 9.4 Customer service) .

DemoMode
If “D” appears in the display, demo mode is on. This feature is designed for retailers. The cooling features are disabled.

Switching off DemoMode
When you see a time counting down:
Confirm within the countdown.
DemoMode is off. If there is no countdown:
Disconnect the power plug.
Reconnect the power plug.
DemoMode is off.

Equipment

Drawers

You can remove the drawers for cleaning.
How the drawers are removed and inserted differs depending on the pull-out system. Your appliance can include a variety of pull-out systems.

Note
Insufficient ventilation results in an increase in energy consumption and reduction of the refrigerating performance.
Leave the bottom drawer in appliance!
Never obstruct the vents on the interior rear wall!

Remove the drawer
Drawer on telescopic rails*

Fig. 12

Make sure that the following requirements are fulfilled:

• Drawer is completely pulled out (see Fig. 1734) .

Drawer on glass shelf*

Fig. 13*

Pull drawer out completely Fig. 13 (1).*
Lift drawer on the left Fig. 13 (2).*
Slide in left rail Fig. 13 (3).*

Fig. 14*

Lift drawer on the right Fig. 14 (4).*
Slide in right rail Fig. 14 (5).*
Remove the drawer to the front Fig. 14 (6).*

Fig. 15 *

If the rails are not yet fully pushed in after