CARE AND MAINTENANCE
To keep your chest freezer operating efficiently and safely, periodic inspection and cleaning of several
components once a month is recommended.
Cleaning your freezer
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For safety reason, switch off and unplug the appliance from outlet before cleaning.
Remove by
grasping the plug - do not pull on the cord.
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Wipe the inside and the outside of the freezer with a damp cloth, using lukewarm water.
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If the chest freezer is very dirty, wipe it with a neutral detergent first, then use a clean cloth to dry it.
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Do not use other types of detergents, cleaners, abrasive powder or solvents which may contain
chemicals that could damage the lacquer coat and plastic surface of the refrigerator.
Care of Plastic Parts
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Ensure that the rubber door seal is kept clean and free from dirt, grease, etc. Inspect regularly to
ensure it is clean.
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If the plastic parts of the chest freezer are contaminated by oil/grease (animal or vegetable) for a
long time, they will age more quickly and can become brittle and crack easily. They will also emit
bad smell. Therefore, you should get the habit of cleaning it regularly.
Notes
After cleaning the freezer; check the following points:
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Are the power supply cord and the plug broken?
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Is the plug set properly?
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Is the earthing wire loose?
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Is there a block on the drainage outlet?
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Is it properly installed?
To Defrost the Freezer
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For the most efficient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost the freezer when
the frost on the freezer walls excessive or 5mm thick.
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Unplug the freezer. Remove the frozen food from the freezer and place it in a cooler to protect
the food.
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Open the door to defrost your freezer.
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Place a suitable container under the drain hole situated in the front of the chest freezer to collect
the defrost water.
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Unplug the water drain cap inside the chest freezer first. And then unplug the drain hole cap to
drain the water inside the chest freezer.
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After defrosting, clean and dry the interior.
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Switch the appliance on and replace any frozen food.
