PART 4.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
• Disconnect unit from the power supply before cleaning.
• Do not clean the appliance by pouring water.
• The refrigerator compartment should be cleaned periodically
using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water.
• Clean the accessories seperately with soap and
water Do not clean them in the washing machine.
• Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps. After wash-
ing, rinse with clean water and dry carefully. When the cleaning
operations have been completed reconnect the plug of the unit
with dry hands.
• You should clean the condenser with broom at least twice
a year in order to provide energy saving and increase the
productivity.
Defrosting the Freezer
WARNING: Never use sharp metal tools, unless recommended by manufacturer, for this
operation as they can damage the refrigeration circuit.
After a period of time, frost will build up in certain areas in the freezer compartment. The
frost, accumulated in the freezer compartment, should be removed periodically (use the
plastic scraper if available).
Complete defrosting will become necessary if the frost layer exceeds 3-5 mm to maintain
the efficiency of the freezer.
• The day before you defrost, set the thermostat dial to position "5" to freeze the foods
completely. (Recommendation)
• During defrosting, frozen foods should be wrapped in several layers of paper and
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