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Cleaning
Defrosting
Frost will build up in the Freezer after the unit has been used for a period of time. Scrape away the frost
using a plastic scraper.
Do not use a metal or sharp instrument to scrap away the frost, nor should you use any
electrical appliances to aid defrosting.
Approximately once per year or when the frost layer exceeds 5cm (2”), defrosting should be carried out.
Choose a time when the stock of frozen food is low and proceed the following:
1.
Take out the frozen food, turn the freezer off at the mains supply and leave the door open. Ideally, the
frozen food should be put into another freezer or refrigerator. If this is not possible, wrap the food in
several sheets of newspaper or large towels and then a thick rug or blanket to keep it cool.
2.
Place a shallow bowl or pan below the freezer. Scrap away the frost using
the plastic scraper. Thawing of the remainder can be speeded up by
placing a bowl of hot water inside the freezer cabinet and closing the
door. As the solid frost loosens, scrap it away with the plastic scraper and
remove.
3.
When defrosting is complete, clean your freezer’s interior and exterior.
Cleaning Inside the Freezer
You should clean the freezer internally with a weak solution of bicarbonate of soda. Then rinse it with warm
water using a ‘wrung-out’ sponge or cloth.
Wipe the freezer dry before replacing the basket. Plug in and switch on the mains supply.
Cleaning of the Outside of the Freezer
Use standard furniture polish to clean the freezer exterior. Make sure that the door is closed, to prevent
polish getting on the magnetic door seal or inside the cabinet.
Cleaning Tips
Defrost when food stocks are low.
Do not use harsh cleaners, scouring pads or solvents to clean any part of the larder fridge.
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