When The Appliance Is Not In Use; Troubleshooting - ARTHUR MARTIN AUT700AOW Manuel De L'utilisateur

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the underside of the product, so care
should be taken when cleaning. Once
or twice a year dust the compressor at
the back of the appliance, with a brush
or vacuum cleaner, as an accumulation
of dust will affect the performance of the
appliance and cause excessive electricity
consumption.
To defrost the Freezer
1. Wrap any food in layers of newspaper
or blankets.
2. Switch the appliance off at the wall
socket and remove the plug.
3. Open the freezer door.
4. Place a suitable container to collect
the defrosting water.
5. After defrosting, clean and dry the
interior.
6. Switch the appliance on and replace
any frozen food.

TROUBLESHOOTING

BEFORE contacting your local service force centre, check the following points:
Symptom
The appliance does not operate.
The temperature in the freezer section
is too high.
Excessive frost and ice have built up.
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Defrosting can be speeded up by putting
bowls of hot (not boiling) water in the
freezer and loosening the frost with
a suitable plastic scraper.
If the temperature of frozen food
is allowed to rise during defrosting,
its storage life may be shortened.

When the appliance is not in use

When the appliance is not in use for long
periods, disconnect from the electricity
supply, empty all of the food and clean the
appliance, leaving the door ajar to prevent
unpleasant smells.
Solution
Check if the mains plug is connected to the
mains socket correctly.
Check if there is no voltage in the mains socket.
Check if the appliance is switched off.
Check if the thermostat is turned to correct
appliance, operating limits of 16°C to 32°C.
Relocate the appliance if necessary.
Has the door just been open? If so leave for
a few minutes to allow the air pressure to
equalize
The compressor runs continuously.
Large quantities of food have recently been
placed in the cabinet/and or door is frequently
open.
Ensure that the door is not left open.
Check that nothing is preventing the door from
closing.
Is the door gasket intact and clean.
Has advised periodic defrosting been carried
out?