7
Defrosting the freezer
CAUTION!
Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off
frost from the evaporator as you could dam-
age it. Do not use a mechanical device or
any artificial means to speed up the thawing
process other than those recommended by
the manufacturer. A temperature rise of the
frozen food packs, during defrosting, may
shorten their safe storage life.
Defrost the freezer when the frost layer reaches a
thickness of about 10-15 mm.
The amount of frost on the walls of the appliance will
be increased by high levels of outer humidity and if
the frozen food is not wrapped properly.
The best time to defrost the freezer when it contains
no or only a little food.
1.
Switch off the appliance.
2.
Remove any stored food, wrap it in several layers
of newspaper and put it in a cool place.
3.
Leave the lid open, remove the plug from the
defrost water drain and collect all defrost water on
a tray. Use a scraper to remove ice quickly.
4.
When defrosting is completed, dry the interior
thoroughly. Close the lid.
5.
Switch on the appliance.
6.
Set the temperature regulator to obtain the
maximum coldness and run the appliance for two
or three hours using this setting.
7.
Reload the previously removed food into the
compartment.
Periods of non-operation
When the appliance is not in use for long
periods, take the following precautions:
1.
Disconnect the appliance from electricity supply.
2.
Remove all food.
3.
Defrost (if necessary) and clean the appliance
and all accessories.
4.
Leave the lid open to prevent unpleasant smells.
If the cabinet will be kept on, ask somebody
to check it once in a while to prevent the food
inside from spoiling in case of a power failure.
Troubleshooting
WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.
What to do if...
Problem
Possible cause
Solution
The appliance does not
operate.
The appliance is switched off.
Switch on the appliance.
The mains plug is not conected to
the mains socket correctly.
Connect the mains plug to the mains
socket correctly.
There is no voltage in the mains
socket.
Connect a different electrical appliance
to the mains socket. Contact a quali-
fied electrician.
The appliance is noisy.
The appliance is not supported
properly.
Check if the appliance stands stable.
The lid does not close completely.
Food packages are blocking the lid.
Arrange the packages in the right way,
see the sticker on the appliance.
There is excessive frost
Eliminate excess frost.
The lid is difficult to open.
The lid gaskets are dirty or sticky.
Clean the lid gaskets.
