Liebherr Monolith EFNei9970 Freezer

The Liebherr Monolith EFNei 9971 / EFNei 9970 is a tall built–in freezer designed for flush installation in kitchen units. It offers a total volume of 564 litres with FrostSafe drawers, height–adjustable shelves and an IceMaker with fixed 3/4' water connection and water filter. Electronic InfinitySwipe controls, automatic SuperFrost, automatic defrosting and InfinityLight interior lighting support convenient freezing and storage of food in domestic settings.

SKU:EFNEI9970

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Category::Freezers

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Key Features

Large total volume 564 litres for freezing and storing substantial quantities of food.

Electronic control system InfinitySwipe for precise, touch–based temperature and function settings.

Automatic SuperFrost function to assist rapid freezing when required.

Temperature range –14 °C to –27 °C in the freezer compartment.

Automatic defrosting method to reduce manual maintenance effort.

InfinityLight interior lighting for clear illumination of the freezer interior.

IceMaker with fixed 3/4' water connection , integrated water filter and ice cube production of 1.3 kg in 24 hours.

Ice cube storage capacity 3.5 kg supporting regular household ice needs.

Three FrostSafe drawers and four storage shelves, three of which are height–adjustable, plus three door racks.

Energy consumption 456 kWh/year with noise output of 38 dB(A), noise class C.

Freezing capacity 26 kg in 24 hours and storage time in the event of a fault of 19 hours.

Reversible door hinge (EFNei 9971 left, EFNei 9970 right) to suit different kitchen layouts; hinge reversal requires authorised customer service.

Flush installation design for units with 610 mm or 635 mm depth, with decorative trim supplied to cover side gaps.

Accessories available include handle, stainless steel panel, stainless steel base covers and Side–by–Side set.

Suitable ambient temperature range SN–T (10 °C to 43 °C) for reliable operation.

Secure anti–tipping device must be fixed to floor or wall to prevent the appliance from tipping.

Technical Spec

ModelEFNei 9971 (hinge left) / EFNei 9970 (hinge right)

Energy consumption (year/24 h)456 kWh / 1.249 kWh

Noise output / class38 dB(A) / C

Total volume*564 litres

Number of storage shelves / height–adjustable4 / 3

Number of door racks3

Number of FrostSafe drawers3

Electronic control systemInfinitySwipe

Automatic SuperFrost functionYes

Freezer temperature range–14 °C to –27 °C

Defrosting methodAutomatic

Interior lightingInfinityLight

IceMaker water connectionFixed water connection 3/4' with water filter

Ice cube production / 24 h1.3 kg

Ice cube storage capacity3.5 kg

Storage time in event of fault19 hours

Freezing capacity / 24 h26 kg

Appliance dimensions (H/W/D)212.6 / 90.6 / 61 cm

Recess dimensions (H/W/D)213.4 / 91.4 / 63.5 cm

Door panel thicknessMinimum 16 mm; maximum 25 mm

Maximum panel weight40 kg

Net weight191.0 kg

Voltage / connected load220–240 V~ / 2.0 A

Climate classSN–T (10 °C to 43 °C ambient temperature)

Installation typeFlush installation in units with depth 610 mm or cut–out depth 635 mm

Installation, Ventilation and Safety Information

Installation space and recess requirements

The floor must be level, even and capable of bearing the appliance weight plus approximately 218 kg to 544 kg of food, depending on model net capacity.
Recess dimensions must be correctly measured; the top and carcass walls should line up flush with the appliance at a depth of at least 102 mm from the outside edge and be at least 16 mm thick.
Because the recess is partially visible when the door is opened, the visible carcass surfaces should have a designed finish and minimum depth of 76 mm.
Appliance depth is 610 mm, allowing installation in standard European 610 mm units or deeper 635 mm cut–outs.
Inset installation dimensions: height 2029 mm, width 908 mm. Overlay installation dimensions: height 2032 mm, width 914 mm (plus panel overlap).
Installations behind the appliance are not possible.
The appliance should be left to stand for one hour in the installation location before switching on so fluids in the coolant and lubrication system can distribute evenly.

Plinth, ventilation and wall spacer

Monolith appliances are ventilated entirely via the plinth panel; the door panels must close at least 102 mm above the floor.
The grille in the plinth panel must not be obstructed.
Wall spacers / air separators supplied must be fitted to the appliance and door to separate warm outgoing air from fresh incoming air.
A 102 mm high stainless steel plinth panel is available as an optional accessory in widths matching the appliance or Side–by–Side combinations.
To achieve a plinth panel height of 102 mm, the adjustable feet must be raised by 6–8 mm; they can be raised by a maximum of 19 mm for higher plinth panels.

Side–by–Side and positioning options

The appliance can be installed as a stand–alone unit with hinge on left or right, or Side–by–Side with other Liebherr refrigerators, freezers or wine cabinets.
A Side–by–Side set is required if spacing between appliances is less than 102 mm or if installed Side–by–Side in separate units with dividing walls thinner than 102 mm.
A minimum spacing of 76 mm is required to avoid door and handle collisions for a 90° opening; for back–to–back door positioning opening to the centre, a minimum distance of 154 mm is required.
A 90° door opening limiter is included and can be fitted by inserting a peg in the hinge; the door opening angle is 115° as supplied.

Electrical safety

The appliance must be operated using alternating current within the permitted voltage and frequency for the relevant country.
Power sockets must be earthed, electrically protected, not located behind the appliance and easily accessible.
A separate circuit is recommended to prevent defrosting or food spoilage caused by other appliances.
Risk of fatal electric shock: do not connect to unearthed sockets.
Fire hazard: do not use extension cables, multi–sockets or inverters to connect the appliance.

Water connection, IceMaker and water quality

Monolith appliances fitted with IceMaker must be connected to a water supply with pressure between 2.8 and 6.2 bar.
Only the supply hose delivered with the appliance may be used.
A shut–off valve must be installed between hose line and mains water supply, and must not be located behind the appliance.
Connection to the water supply must be undertaken by a trained and licensed plumber.
Water quality must comply with local drinking water regulations; the IceMaker is solely for producing ice cubes in normal household quantities.
If water hardness is high, a water softener is recommended; a filter must be used if solids such as sand are present.
All appliances with IceMaker have a water filter in the front section of the base; it must be replaced regularly and an InfinitySwipe alarm reminds when replacement is due.

Secure mounting and anti–tipping

The anti–tipping device positioned at the base must be secured to the floor or wall to prevent the appliance from tipping over after installation. Information in the installation instructions for secure mounting must be observed.

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EFNEI9970 Spec

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the freezer capacity of the EFNei 9971 / 9970?

The total volume is 564 litres. This is indicated to the nearest integer in accordance with Regulation EU 2019/2016.

What temperature range can the freezer be set to?

The temperature range of the freezer is from –14 °C to –27 °C.

Is the door hinge reversible?

Yes. The door hinge is reversible; EFNei 9971 is supplied with the hinge on the left and EFNei 9970 with the hinge on the right. Door hinge reversal must be carried out by authorised Liebherr Monolith customer service.

How is the IceMaker supplied with water?

The IceMaker is connected via a fixed 3/4' water connection using the supply hose delivered with the appliance. Water pressure must be between 2.8 and 6.2 bar and a shut–off valve must be installed but not behind the appliance.

What are the ambient temperature limits for operation?

The climate class is SN–T, meaning the appliance is designed for operation in ambient temperatures from 10 °C to 43 °C. It should not be operated outside this range.

Can this freezer be installed next to non–Liebherr appliances?

It is stated that the appliance should only be installed next to Liebherr refrigerators, freezers or wine cabinets. Installing it next to another refrigerator, freezer or wine cabinet may result in condensation or damage to the Liebherr appliance.