o
Do not set the thermostat too low. A change of just one degree
can effect the energy consumption by 5%. Use a thermometer to
check the temperature.
o
The freezer compartment should operate at -15 to -18 degrees
Celsius. The refrigerator should operate at around 3 to 4 degrees
Celsius.
o
Allow food to sufficiently cool before putting it in the appliance
(but don’t let it sit at room temperature for too long).
o
In the freezer compartment, food packages should be scattered
and never grouped or stacked together until they are completely
frozen.
o
If you are going away for a long period of time, turn off the
appliance, empty and clean it and leave the door ajar.
o
If you have a second appliance that is not used, make sure that
it is stored with the power off and the door left ajar until it is
actually required.
Disposing:
o
If you're going to throw out your old fridge, see if there's a
chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) recycler in your area. The
government department which looks after the environment in
your area may be able to help you.
Cleaning and maintenance
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WARNING: PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR
APPLIANCE IS DISCONNECTED FROM
YOUR MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO CLEAN IT.
o
Do not clean the appliance by pourin
or spraying water over it.
g water onto it
o
The refrigerator and freezer compartment should be
cleaned periodically, using a solution of bicarbonate
of soda and lukewarm water.
