2) Defrost water outlet
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The interior of the refrigerator is cooled by the cooling plate that is on the rear wall. Beneath this there is a
channel and an outlet for the defrost water.
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It is important that this channel never becomes clogged, see “The defrost drain hole” section for a detailed
explanation of how to keep the channel clear.
3) Salad crisper drawer and cover
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The salad crisper drawer is in the bottom of your refrigerator and there is a cover that goes over it.
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The cover helps to prevent fruit and vegetables from drying out prematurely.
4) Upper and half width door shelves
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The door liner holds various shelves, which are suitable for storing eggs, cheese, butter and yogurt. As well as
smaller packages, tubes, cans etc.
5) Bottle shelves
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The lower door shelves should be used for storing reasonably sized bottles.
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IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT NONE OF THE SHELVES THAT SIT IN THE DOOR ARE
OVERLOADED, AS THIS WILL DRASTICALLY REDUCE THEIR WORKING LIFE.
6) Ice box
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A
ice box, with a gross capacity of 21 litres.
Using your Baumatic fridge freezer
Before switching on
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Make sure that it has been installed by a suitably qualified person, as per the information contained in
Baumatic’s installation instructions.
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After delivery, wait for eight hours before connecting the appliance to your mains supply. This will allow any
refrigerant gasses that may have been disturbed during the transportation process to settle.
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The outside of the appliance and the removable accessories contained within it, should be cleaned with a
solution of liquid detergent and water.
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The interior of the appliance should be cleaned with a solution of sodium bicarbonate
dissolved in lukewarm water. The interior and accessories should be thoroughly dried,
after the cleaning process has been completed.
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There can be an odour when you first switch on the appliance. It will lessen as the
appliance starts to cool.
During first use
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You should set the thermostat dial to its maximum setting for 24 hours after switching on the appliance for
the first time.
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When you first switch on the appliance, the compressor will run continuously for approximately 24 hours or
until the fridge freezer reaches a cool enough temperature.
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During this period of time, you should try not to open the door frequently or place a large amount of food
within the appliance.
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You should then adjust the thermostat dial down to its normal operating position.
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