3. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
4. If accessible, clean the condenser and the
compressor at the back of the appliance with a
brush.
This operation will improve the performance of
the appliance and save electricity consumption.
DEFROSTING THE FREEZER
The freezer compartment is frost free. This means
that there is no build up of frost when it is in
operation, neither on the internal walls nor on the
foods.
PERIODS OF NON-OPERATION
When the appliance is not in use for long periods,
take the following precautions:
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters.
WHAT TO DO IF...
Problem
The appliance does not oper-
ate.
The appliance is noisy.
Audible or visual alarm is on.
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1. Disconnect the appliance from electricity
supply.
2. Remove all food.
3. Clean the appliance and all accessories.
4. Leave the door/doors open to prevent
unpleasant smells.
Possible cause
The appliance is switched
off.
The mains plug is not con-
nected to the mains socket
correctly.
There is no voltage in the
mains socket.
The appliance is not suppor-
ted properly.
The cabinet has been re-
cently switched on or the
temperature is still too high.
The temperature in the appli-
ance is too high.
The door is left open.
The temperature in the appli-
ance is too high.
WARNING! If you want to keep the
appliance switched on, ask somebody
to check it once in a while to prevent
the food inside from spoiling in case of
a power failure.
Solution
Switch on the appliance.
Connect the mains plug to the
mains socket correctly.
Connect a different electrical ap-
pliance to the mains socket.
Contact a qualified electrician.
Check if the appliance stands
stable.
Refer to "Door open alarm"or
"High temperature alarm".
Refer to "Door open alarm"or
"High temperature alarm".
Close the door.
Contact a qualified electrician or
contact the nearest Authorised
Service Centre.