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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 .
