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- In the event that the unit remains switched off for an extended period (during de-
frosting, power failure or short-term malfunctions up to 14 hours), do not open the door;
this will help to maintain the lowest possible temperature in the cabinet. It should be
noted, however, that even a slight rise in the inside temperature will shorten the storage
life of the food.
Main cabinet
- The temperature inside the cabinet depends mainly on the ambient temperature, the
temperature control setting and the amount of food stored.
- Initially, the temperature control should be set to position 4. If the cooling effect is too
strong, lower it to position 1-4; if it is insufficient, raise it to 4-8.
If you notice frost on the rear wall, the most likely cause is that the door has been
opened for too long, that warm food has been placed inside the refrigerator or that the
temperature control has been set too high.
- Liquid or strong-smelling food, or food which is likely to absorb strong odours (e.g.
cheese, fish, butter), should be stored separately or in hermetically sealed containers.
- Warm food should be left to cool down to room temperature before being placed in the
refrigerator.
- Because of the way the air circulates, the different areas of the refrigerator cabinet are
affected differently.
The coldest area is around the rear wall and in the lower part of the cabinet, and is most
suitable for storing delicate food such as fish, cooked or fresh meats or cold-cuts.
The warmer area is around the door and in the higher part of the cabinet, and is suitable
for storing items such as cheese and butter. In this way, the cheese will keep its flavour,
and the butter will remain spreadable.
- Always ensure that the door is properly closed and that the seal is not obstructed by food
stored inside the cabinet or door.
De-frosting and cleaning
- Always switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the wall socket before
cleaning.
- Do not pour water over or inside the unit.
- For frequent cleaning we recommend the use of warm water with some mild detergent.
To prevent any unpleasant odour within the refrigerator, it should be cleaned about once
a month.
- Any accessories should be cleaned separately with soapy water. Do not put them in a
dishwasher.
- Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions or any cleaning agents that contain
alcohol.
- After cleaning, thoroughly clean all surfaces again with fresh water before wiping them
completely dry. When re-inserting the plug into the wall socket ensure that you have dry
hands.
- To save energy and to ensure optimum performance, the condenser (the grooved plate at
the rear) should be cleaned at least twice a year with a brush.
- Take care not to remove or damage the rating plate inside the cabinet during cleaning.
- Any dust deposits around the ventilation slots on the outside of the unit should be
regularly removed using a suitable brush or a vacuum cleaner. The build-up of dust will
cause an increase in energy consumption.
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