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HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE
FREEZER
Removing the baskets
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Pull the baskets out fully, then lift them up slightly in order to
remove.
Note:
Drawers may be removed in order to obtain increased storage
space.
Ensure that the load does not exceed the limit (if present)
indicated on the side walls of the appliance.
Making ice cubes
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Fill the ice cube tray 2/3 full and place it in the special freezer
compartment.
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Do not use sharp or pointed instruments to detach the tray if it
is stuck to the bottom of the freezer.
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Bend the ice tray slightly to remove the cubes.
Note:
The freezer door will not re-open easily immediately after closing.
Wait a few minutes before opening again in order to allow for
compensation of the vacuum created.
Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, always
unplug the appliance or disconnect it from the power
supply.
Defrost the freezer once or twice a year, or when the
formation of ice on the refrigeration grilles is excessive.
It is perfectly normal for ice to form on the grilles. The
amount of ice which forms and the rate at which it
accumulates will depends on room temperature and
humidity, and on the frequency with which the door is
opened.
If possible, defrost the freezer when it is nearly empty.
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Remove the food from the freezer, wrap in newspaper and
group together in a cool place or in a portable cooler.
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Leave the freezer door open to allow the frost to melt.
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Clean the interior of the freezer with a sponge and warm
water and/or neutral detergent. Do not use abrasive
substances.
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Rinse the interior and dry thoroughly.
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Put the food back into the freezer.
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Close the freezer door.
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Plug in the appliance once again.
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Switch on the freezer.
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