Defrosting is performed automatically. The water from the
thawing process drains through the outlet and evaporates.
Water drops or a thin layer of frost or ice can form on the
back wall; this is a completely normal part of the applian‐
ce’s function. This must not be removed.
A layer of frost or ice can from briefly due to the energy-
optimised control of the device.
u
Clean the drain opening regularly (see 8.4 Cleaning the
8.3 Defrosting the freezer compartment
manually*
A layer of frost or ice forms after prolonged use.
The following factors promote the formation of frost or ice:
- The appliance is opened frequently.
- Hot food is put in.
u
Switch off the appliance (see 6.4 Settings) .
u
Pull out the mains plug or switch off the fuse.
u
Wrap the frozen produce in newspaper or blankets and
store in a cool place.
u
Place a pan of hot water (not boiling) in the freezer
compartment.
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This speeds up the defrosting process.
u
Leave the compartment and appliance door open during
defrosting.
u
Remove loosened pieces of ice.
u
Make sure that there is no melted ice water in the
cabinet.
u
Soak up the melted ice water with a sponge or cloth
several times as necessary.
u
Clean the appliance (see 8.4 Cleaning the appliance) .
8.4 Cleaning the appliance
8.4.1 Ready
WARNING
Danger of electric shock!
u
Remove the refrigerator connector or interrupt the power
supply.
WARNING
Risk of fire
u
Do not damage the refrigeration circuit.
u
Empty the appliance.
u
Remove mains connector.
-or-
u
Activate CareMode.
8.4.2 Cleaning the interior
NOTICE
Improper cleaning!
Damage to the appliance.
u
Only use soft cleaning cloths and ph-neutral all-purpose
cleaners.
u
Do not uses abrasive sponges or steel wool which may
cause scratches.
u
Do not use any sharp or abrasive cleaning agents, nor
any that contain sand, chloride or acid.
u
Plastic surfaces: clean by hand with a soft clean cloth,
lukewarm water and a little detergent.
u
Metal surfaces: clean by hand with a soft clean cloth,
lukewarm water and a little detergent.
u
Drain outlet Fig. 1 (7): remove any deposits with a thin
item such as a cotton bud.
8.4.3 Cleaning the equipment
NOTICE
Improper cleaning!
Damage to the appliance.
u
Only use soft cleaning cloths and ph-neutral all-purpose
cleaners.
u
Do not uses abrasive sponges or steel wool which may
cause scratches.
u
Do not use any sharp or abrasive cleaning agents, nor
any that contain sand, chloride or acid.
Clean with a soft, clean cloth, lukewarm water and a little
washing up liquid:
- Storage rack
- Shelves
- Divisible shelves
- Lid for KeepFresh
- Ice cube tray
- Egg tray*
Clean with a damp cloth:
- Telescopic rails
Please note: the grease in the tracks is there for lubrica‐
tion purposes and must not be removed!
Clean in the dishwasher at up to 60 °C:
- Retaining part of the Divisible shelves
u
Disassembling the equipment: see the pertinent section.
u
Clean the equipment.
8.4.4 After cleaning
u
Wipe the appliance and the components dry.
u
Connect and switch on the appliance.
The temperature is cold enough:
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Place the food inside.
u
Repeat cleaning regularly.
9 Customer help
9.1 Technical specifications
Temperature range
Cooling
2 °C to 9 °C
Maximum freezer quantity / 24 hrs
Freezer compart‐
ment
See the type plate under “Freezer
goods … /24 hours”
Customer help
* Depending on model and options
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