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MAINTENANCE
Thawing
Defrost the freezer when the layer of ice
reaches a thickness of 5 mm.
Remove the contents of the freezer.
Switch the freezer off.
Defrost the freezer.
Clean and dry the freezer.
Switch the freezer on again.
When the freezer reaches its correct
temperature, replace the freezer’s contents.
You can speed up the defrosting process by
placing a bowl of hot water in the freezer.
Keep the contents of the freezer in a
cool place and wrapped in blankets or
newspapers.
Attention
Never remove the ice with the aid of sharp
objects, defrost sprays, a hair-drier, a radiant
heater, or the like. This may lead to unsafe
situations and may cause irreparable damage
to the appliance.
Cleaning
Attention
Before cleaning the appliance, disconnect the
plug from the wall socket. Never disconnect
the plug from the wall socket by pulling on the
lead!
For cleaning, use the suds of a neutral
cleansing agent (a general detergent or
washing-up liquid). After cleaning, rinse the
interior with clean water and rub dry. Leave
the appliance to dry for 1 or 2 hours.
Clean the outside using a soft cloth.
Periodically clean air vents and the
condenser at the rear of the appliance with
a vacuum cleaner or a brush.
You may, if you wish, clean the mantle with an
enamel cleaner.
Attention
Never clean the refrigerator with the aid of a
steam cleaner. This is dangerous.
Do not use too much moisture.
Avoid any moisture getting into electrical
components.
