Are you planning to buy a Liebherr refrigerator and do not know which one to choose? Today's review focuses on features, malfunctions, and popular models. The range includes single-door, two-door, built-in and freestanding options. Regardless of your means and size of the kitchen, you will find the right one.
About company
It happens that manufacturers of refrigerators are companies that produce cars, planes and even tanks. The German company Liebher is just that.
The brand has existed since 1949, and household refrigerators appeared in 1954. Reliability and modern technology quickly ensured great popularity. In addition, a guarantee of up to 36 months is provided for all products.
Where is the equipment produced? There are three lines on which freezers, refrigerators and wine racks are “born”. The main plant, which is located in Germany (Ochsenhausen), currently employs more than 1900 people. Among the clients of the company are not only ordinary users, but also pharmaceutical companies, laboratories, etc.
All equipment is assembled in Europe.
Fact! Liebher specialists are pioneers of safe technology. They were the first to release a freon-free model.
Popular models
Liebher CUP 2221
Let's start with the smallest refrigerator: its dimensions are 136x55x62.8 cm. Single-chamber models with such dimensions are a frequent occurrence. But the CUP 2221 is the most common two-chamber refrigerator, only in a smaller version.
The volume of the "baby" is 196 liters, 54 of which are in the freezer. Most users are used to pre-purchasing products for a week or even a month. Of course, this model is not suitable for such purposes. But one person who spends a lot of time at work and dines in cafes or restaurants will like this option. In addition, if you have a small kitchen, buying this appliance will save a lot of space.
There is a significant drawback - the high price of almost 13 thousand rubles. But to buy high-quality equipment for less money is impossible.
It is quite customary that it is single-compressor. There is no need to supply such a small appliance with an additional motor for the freezer. Control occurs using an electromechanical control system.
The freezer is equipped with the latest Smart Freeze cooling system. It allows you to send products to deep freeze without loss of useful properties.
Liebher CU 3501
One of the best models with dimensions of 180x60x73 cm. The volume of the refrigerator compartment is 221 liters, 89 liters fall on the freezer. The equipment is equipped with one compressor, like most middle-class models.
At CU 3501 you will not find extra functions, and not everyone is chasing "bells and whistles". But, despite the modesty, the equipment has one special technology - Frost Safe. These are hermetic boxes made of transparent plastic, located in the freezer and designed for long-term storage of products. Feature - the content does not freeze to the walls, retains taste and vitamins.
Thanks to transparent containers, you don’t have to look for products in all boxes, violating their temperature. The advantages include the function of emergency freezing - Super Frost. Electronic control mode allows you to easily adjust the temperature, enable and disable superfrost.
Cost within 20 thousand rubles - an economical option of high quality.
CUP 3533
This model can be purchased at 2-3 thousand more. The dimensions and arrangement of the shelves are the same as the previous one. The technique has one of the new technologies - Smart Freeze. Thanks to the energy efficiency class A ++, you save an impressive amount of electricity per year.
Liebherr CN3313
The refrigerator with the No Frost system (Know Frost) - you can forget about the frozen ice crust. The system works on the principle of a fan, providing a constant movement of chilled air in the chambers. Cool air creates favorable conditions for food storage - they do not freeze to the walls of chambers or to each other. Hoarfrost gathers outside the chamber, melts, drains into a special container and evaporates.
The system can be called convenient, but keep in mind that the products should be carefully packaged in film or foil, otherwise they will quickly lose moisture and dry out.
On the case there are two electronic displays that display the temperature in the cameras. For comparison, you can take the Sharp SJ-P48N, it is cheaper and has similar characteristics. But do not forget the rule - a good technique costs a lot of money.
CNesf 5113
Description: A popular two-compartment refrigerator with bottom freezer and inverter type compressor. Doors are made of stainless steel - this significantly increases the service life. In the work there are two defrosting systems: drip and No Frost.
Of the features: superfrost, temperature indicator and autosave the cold up to 21 hours. The disadvantages include overpriced and fragile plastic in boxes for bread and vegetables.
Specifications:
- Dimensions - 75x63x202 cm.
- The number of compressors is 2.
- The number of doors is 2.
- Management - electronic.
- Power freezing - up to 14 kg in 24 hours.
- Volume - 442 liters.
- The battery is cold.
ICUNS 3314
Built-in model, dimensions: 54x54.4x177 cm. Like the previous one, the ICUNS 3314 refrigerator is equipped with superfreezing, temperature indication and combined defrosting for cameras. Quite narrow, but for small rooms this is a plus. Of the advantages - high energy efficiency, LED bulb. Some users claim that the technique is buzzing loudly.
Specifications:
- The number of compressors is 1.
- The number of doors is 2.
- Management - electronic.
- Power freezing - up to 4 kg in 24 hours.
- Defrosting - No Frost, drip.
- Cold preservation - up to 20 hours
- Volume - 262 liters.
- Features: door re-suspension.
SBS 7212
The popular and relatively new Side-by-Side design. It has a wide range of functions, including super-freezing, super-cooling, open door alarm and temperature indication.
According to the rating, this refrigerator is the largest among analogues, its total volume is 651 liters. The battery pack is cold, which provides up to 43 hours of operation in the off state. It is assembled exclusively in Germany, in the city of Ochsenhausen.
From the user reviews, the disadvantages are visible: the lack of an assembly scheme in the instructions, the doors open quite tight.
Specifications:
- Dimensions - 120x63x185.2 cm.
- Management - electronic.
- Power freezing - up to 20 kg in 24 hours.
- The number of compressors is 2.
- The number of doors is 2.
Marking
Many users are interested in what the lettering on the refrigerator means. Deciphering the letters will help to identify some of the features “at first sight”.
- B - integrated freshness zone (Bio Fresh).
- W - department for wine (wine cabinet).
- P - energy efficiency class A + and A ++.
- C - the presence of two cameras.
- ST - the presence of one compressor (with an upper freezer).
- CU - the presence of one compressor (with bottom freezer).
Malfunctions
It is far from a secret that any device can break down - no matter how much it costs and how many functions it has. A breakdown can catch you suddenly if you neglect safety rules. The work is influenced by factors independent of the owner. For example, mains voltage or quality of installed parts.
Types of breakdowns:
- If you notice that the temperature has risen in the refrigerator or freezer, there is likely to be a leak of freon in the foam part. In no case do not repair yourself.
- A thermal relay needs to be replaced if the compressor runs continuously or does not start at all. Pay attention to the temperature control knob. If the thermostat breaks, it will not work.
- If ice freezes on the walls of the chambers or a snow coat forms, the main cause of the breakdown is a fan malfunction. Most often, No Frost models suffer from such a problem.
- The display shows the error code F2, the Alarm button is on, and the temperature in the refrigerator has dropped significantly? You have come across typical symptoms of a temperature sensor malfunction.
- If the motor-compressor runs intermittently, does not start or starts with pauses, it is necessary to replace the start relay (PZR).
In some cases, correcting the temperature or installing a new bulb is enough to fix the problem. And others require the immediate intervention of a repairman. In any case, for the equipment to work stably, regular care is necessary. If you ignore the rules, you may get an unpleasant odor or ice. This will affect the quality and safety of the products, and the equipment will simply break in the end.
In addition to the described models, there are others: with an ice maker, multi-chamber, mini and even champagne refrigerators. Liebherr can cater to even the most demanding customers.