Care and maintenance
Page GB-18
To defrost the freezer compartment, first cre-
ate accumulated refrigeration. To do this, set
the temperature controller (11) to “7” for at
least 3 hours prior to defrosting.
The deep frozen food will now not defrost as
quickly.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion!
Improper handling of the appliance
can lead to defl agration or explosion!
■
Never use defrosting sprays. They can
generate explosive gases.
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Do not use any means other than
those recommended by the manufac-
turer to speed up defrosting. For ex-
ample, do not use any electric heat-
ing equipment, knives or devices with
an open fl ame such as a candle. The
thermal insulation and the interior
walls are scratch- and heat-sensitive
and can melt.
1. Set the temperature controller (11) to “0”.
2. Disconnect the mains plug from the sock-
et.
3. Take the frozen food out of the freezer
compartment.
4. Ensure that your food is kept cool
enough. If you haven’t got the opportunity
to store the frozen food in another freez-
er in the meantime, wrap it up in a thick
layer of newspaper and store it in a cool
room or in an insulated bag while it is de-
frosting.
5. Remove the wire rack from the freezer
compartment. Wash it in warm water with
washing up liquid and dry thoroughly.
6. To accelerate defrosting, place a bowl of
hot, but not boiling, water in the freezer
compartment.
7. Leave the door open while defrosting
and place a cloth in front of the appli-
ance to catch thaw water which may
come out.
The defrosting time depends on the
thickness of the ice layer. Experience
dictates that it is possible to start clean-
ing after approx. 1 hour.
8. Take the vegetable drawer (6) and the
glass shelves (7) and (9) out of the
fridge compartment.
To remove the glass shelves, lift them
slightly at the back and then pull them
out of the guide rail.
In order to remove the door shelves,
simply pull them upwards out of the
holders.
9. Clean all of the parts in lukewarm soapy
water. Then dry everything thoroughly.
10. Wash the interior with warm water and
washing up liquid.
When wiping clean, add a few drops of
vinegar to the water to prevent mould
from forming.
Wipe the interior dry and leave the door
open a while to air.
(d)
(8)
11. The thaw water drain (8) can be found
on the reverse side of the refrigerator ar-
ea above the vegetable drawer. Clean it
regularly with the cleaning tool (d).
