CLEANING, CARE & MAINTENANCE
Routine maintenance
Switch off and disconnect from the power supply before cleaning.
Clean the enclosure and interior of the appliance as often as possible.
Clean the unit with moist cloth. Never allow the switch, control panel, cable or plug to get wet.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agents. These can leave harmful residues. Use only mild soapy water.
Clean the door seal with water only.
Ensure that no cleaning water penetrates into the electrical components.
Must not be cleaned by a water jet.
Always wipe dry after cleaning with soft cloth.
Do not allow water used in cleaning to run through the drain hole into the evaporation pan.
Take care when cleaning the rear of the appliance.
An agent or technician must carry out repairs if required.
If the appliance is to be left inactive for long periods, unplug the appliance after having turned the
switch to OFF position, empty the refrigerating compartment and clean thoroughly.
Special maintenance
The instructions given in the following paragraph can be followed from qualified technicians
Periodically clean the condenser using suitable tools (vacuum cleaner or soft brushes) can extend the
life of the appliance.
Check that the electrical connections are not loose.
Check that the thermostat and the sensor are in proper working order.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Fault
The unit is not switch on
Plug and lead are damaged
The appliance is
not working
Fuse in the plug has blown
Power supply
Too much ice on the evaporator
Condenser blocked with dust
Doors are not shut properly
The appliance
Appliance is located near a heat
turns on, but
source or air flow to the
the temperature
condenser is being interrupted
is too high/low
Ambient temperature is too high
Unsuitable foodstuffs are being
stored in the appliance
Appliance is overloaded
Potential failure
Problem solving action
Check the unit is plugged in correctly and switched on
Call your agent or qualified technician
Replace the fuse
Check power supply
Defrost the appliance
Call your agent or qualified technician
Check doors are shut and seals are not damaged
Move the refrigerator to a more suitable location
Increase ventilation or move appliance to a cooler
position
Remove any excessive hot foodstuffs or blockages to
the fan
Reduce the amount of food stored in the appliance
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