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5.2 CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR
The unit is designed to preserve food products so it is important to keep it clean for reasons of hygiene and health. The appliance is
thoroughly cleaned in our factory before delivery. We recommend, however, that you clean the interior of the appliance before use.
Before cleaning the appliance make sure the power cord is disconnected.
5.2.1 Cleaning the Interior and Exterior of the Appliance
- cleaning products: water and non-abrasive neutral detergent. DO NOT USE SOLVENT OR THINNERS
- cleaning method: use a cloth or sponge soaked in a suitable cleaning product to clean the interior and exterior parts of
the cabinet
- sanitation: do not use substances that could alter the taste and smell of stored food
- rinsing: use a cloth or sponge soaked un clean water. DO NOT USE WATER JETS
- frequency: once a week or at different intervals in accordance with the type of food product conserved.
5.2.2 Cleaning the Condenser
The condenser will work less efficiently if it is obstructed with foreign
material so it must be cleaned once a month. Before cleaning the con-
denser switch off the appliance, disconnect the power cord and proceed
as follows:
Motor at base
- open the control panel by slackening the screws and
pulling it down on its hinges
Top-mounted unit
: -for units with fixed upper front panel, use a safe
step ladder for direct access to the condenser located at the top of the
appliance. Use an air jet or a dry brush and, working with up and down
movements (Fig.9), remove any dust or fluff that has deposited on the
heat exchanger fins. In case of greasy deposits, use a brush soaked
in benzene or alcohol. For units with overturning upper front panel,
unscrew the fixing screw and turn the upper panel on the top hinges.
Proceed then with the cleaning as for the models with fixed upper panel.
Start the appliance after cleaning.
During this operation use the following personal safety measures: safety glasses, respirator mask, chemical resistant gloves
(benzine - alcohol).
5.3 PERIODIC CHECKS
The following areas of the appliance or component assemblies require periodic checking:
- condition and efficiency of the door sealing elements
- condition of shelves in contact with food products
- condition of hinges and correct fixing of the doors
- condition of electrical cables and electrical parts
5.4 PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES FOR PROLONGED DISUSE
If the appliance is to remain unused for more than 15 days proceed as follows:
- switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the electrical supply
- clean the interior of the cabinet, shelves, trays, runners and supports, paying special attention to critical areas such as
articulations and magnetic sealing strips in accordance with the indications in heading 5.2.
- leave doors slightly open to prevent accumulation of residual humidity
5.5 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
5.5.1 Start-up after Prolonged Disuse
Before starting the appliance after prolonged disuse perform preventive maintenance. Clean the unit thoroughly as described in
heading 5.2.
5.5.2 Checking Warning and Control Devices
Check the correct running of the controls according to what is reported in the"Instruction and Maintenance Manual" enclosed. We
recommend you to take out a service or maintenance contract with your dealer covering:
- cleaning of the condenser
- keeping a check on the refrigerant charge
- checking complete cycle operation
- electrical safety
All maintenance work not described in the previous sections must be considered "Special Maintenance".
Special maintenance interventions and repairs are to be performed exclusively by specialized technicians authorized by the manu-
facturer.
The manufacturer declines all liability in the case of work performed by the user or unauthorized persons, or if non-original spare
parts are fitted to the appliance.
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