Westinghouse WSE6070, User Manual

 care & maintenance

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CLEANiNG tHE iNtERioR

You should clean the refrigerator interior regularly  It will 

be easiest to clean when the food supply is low  Wash 

the interior with a soft cloth and use an unscented mild 

soap with lukewarm water  Thoroughly dry all surfaces 

and removable parts  Avoid getting water on refrigerator 

controls  If you have taken out any removable parts, 

replace them and switch the power on before restocking 

the refrigerator with food  You should keep the interior 

of your refrigerator hygienic by promptly and thoroughly 

wiping up any food spills 

Keep door seals clean

Take care to keep door seals clean  Sticky food and drink 

can cause seals to stick to the cabinet and tear when you 

open the door  Wash the seal with a mild detergent and 

warm water. Rinse thoroughly with clean water and dry.

CAUTION

Never use hot water, solvents, commercial kitchen cleaners, 

aerosol cleaners, metal polishes, caustic or abrasive cleaners, 

or scourers to clean your refrigerator  Many commercially 

available cleaning products and detergents contain solvents 

that will damage your refrigerator  Use only a soft cloth with 

an unscented mild soap and lukewarm water 

If your refrigerator has telescopic extension slides, simply wipe  

them with a damp cloth to clean them and never immerse 

them in water 

ENERGY CoNSUMptioN (ELECtRiCitY CoStS)

The following guide will help you reduce the running cost 

of your new refrigerator  This will save you money and help 

conserve our valuable energy resources 

•   If you keep your old refrigerator, save power by 

switching it off when not in use 

•   Do not set your freezer temperature too low. After 24 hours,  

ice cream should be firm but able to be scooped out  

with a spoon without bending the handle  If ice cream  

is firmer than this (or too soft), adjust the freezer  

temperature controls 

•   Ensure that the refrigerator doors seal properly as you 

close them 

•   Before you open the refrigerator doors, decide what 

you want to put in or take out  This will minimize the 

time you have the doors open 

•   It is best to have the refrigerator in a place that is out 

of direct sunlight and away from heating appliances 

of any kind  For example, do not place the refrigerator 

next to a cooker, stove or dishwasher 

•   Allow hot foods to cool to room temperature before you 

put them in your freezer 

•  Thaw frozen food in the refrigerator section.

•   If you keep the freezer compartment filled to capacity, 

your food mass will help maintain the freezer 

temperature when you open the door 

•   Do not block air vents. Doing so may cause the 

refrigerator to run longer and use more energy 

SwitCHiNG off YoUR REfRiGERAtoR

If you switch your refrigerator off for an extended period, 

follow these steps to reduce the chances of mould:

1    Take all the food out of the refrigerator and  

freezer compartments 

2    Switch off the refrigerator and remove  

the electric cord from the power point 

3    Clean the inside 

4.    Leave the doors open. This prevents bacteria from 

growing and causing smells in the refrigerator 

powER fAiLURE

If there is a power failure in your area, keep the door to the 

freezer closed  Most foods in your freezer will stay frozen 

for 24 hours 

SAfEtY

It is important to use your appliance safely  This means you 

need to supervise young children and infirm persons when 

they use it  You need to make sure that young children do 

not play with the appliance  Follow the tips below  

ALwAYS do tHiS

Check the power point is properly earthed – if you are not 

sure get an electrician to check it 
Switch off and unplug the refrigerator at the power point 

before you clean or move it 
If the power supply cord is damaged, have it replaced 

by the manufacturer, service agent or similarly qualified 

person 

NEvER do tHiS

Never let children play with the refrigerator 

Never store spray cans, explosive fluids or flammable 

liquids in the refrigerator 
Never store fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment 

Never lick icy foods when they first come out of the freezer  

This can burn your lips and mouth 
Never try to repair the refrigerator yourself 

Never use electric heaters, dryers or other mechanical 

devices to defrost the freezer because you can receive an 

electric shock 
Never use electrical appliances inside the food storage areas 

This appliance contains insulation formed with flammable 

blowing gases and flammable R600a refrigerant. For 

safety reasons, take care when you dispose of it 
Do not damage the appliance circuit 

WARNING

When you dispose of your old refrigerator or freezer remove  

any doors  Children can suffocate if they get trapped inside 

CLEANiNG YoUR REfRiGERAtoR