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Cannot switch off

Appliance will not switch off — Child Safety function active

Liebherr · Built-in Refrigerator-Freezers

What does Cannot switch off mean?

The appliance cannot be powered off using the standard On/Off button if the Child Safety function (also known as Child-proof lock) is currently engaged. This safety feature prevents accidental or unauthorized shutdown.

Common Causes

  • The Child Safety function has been activated, locking the control panel functions including the On/Off button.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Refer to section 5.2 "Child-proof lock" in your manual to understand how to deactivate the Child Safety function.

  2. 2

    Follow the specific instructions to disable the Child Safety lock on the control panel.

  3. 3

    Once the Child Safety function is successfully turned off, press and hold the relevant On/Off button for approximately 2 seconds until the display darkens and a long beep sounds to switch off the appliance.

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Source: Liebherr Built-in Refrigerator-Freezers
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