Brand: SANTO
Category: Refrigerator
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for Automatic Refrigerator
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 8:05 p.m.
Before Initial Start-Up
Clean the appliance interior and all accessories.
Starting up and temperature regulation
- Plug in the mains plug.
- Set the temperature regulator to the desired position (1=warmest, 6=coldest). The light will turn on, and the compressor will start automatically.
Note: Goods can be loaded immediately into the refrigerator. Wait for the freezer compartment to reach -18°C before storing frozen food.
Switching off the appliance
- Turn the temperature regulator to position "0".
- If not in use for an extended period, unplug the appliance, clean it thoroughly, and leave the door open.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Symptom | Possible Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Appliance does not work. | Appliance is not switched on. | Switch on the appliance. |
| Mains plug is not plugged in or is loose. | Insert mains plug. | |
| Fuse has blown or is defective | Check fuse, replace if necessary. | |
| Appliance cools too much. | Temperature is set too cold. | Turn the temperature regulator to a warmer setting temporarily. |
| The food is too warm. | Temperature is not properly adjusted. | Please look in the "Initial Start Up" section. |
| Door was open for an extended period. | Do not leave the door open any longer than necessary. | |
| A large quantity of warm food was placed in the appliance within the last 24 hours. | Turn the thermostat knob to a colder setting temporarily. | |
| Interior lighting does not work. | Light bulb is defective. | Please look in the "Changing the light bulb" section. |
| Heavy build up of frost, possibly also on the door seal. | Door seal is not airtight (possibly after reversing the door). | Carefully warm the leaking sections of the door seal with a hair dryer (on a cool setting). At the same time shape the warmed door seal by hand such that it sits correctly. |
| Unusual noises. | Appliance is not level. | Readjust the feet. |
| The appliance is touching the wall or other objects. | Move the appliance slightly. | |
| The compressor does not start immediately after changing the temperature setting. | This is normal, no error has occurred. | The compressor starts after a period of time. |
| Water in the bottom of the cabinet. | Water drain hole is blocked. | See the "Cleaning and Care" section. |