above the vegetable drawer. Store meat
for at most 1-2 days.
• Fruit and vegetables: clean thoroughly
(eliminate the soil) and place in a special
drawer (vegetable drawer).
• It is advisable not to keep the exotic fruits
like bananas, mangos, papayas etc. in the
refrigerator.
• Vegetables like tomatoes, potatoes,
onions, and garlic should not be kept in
the refrigerator.
7. CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.
7.1 General warnings
CAUTION!
Unplug the appliance before carrying out
any maintenance operation.
This appliance contains hydrocarbons in
its cooling unit; maintenance and
recharging must therefore only be carried
out by authorized technicians.
The accessories and parts of the
appliance are not suitable for washing in
a dishwasher.
7.2 Cleaning the interior
Before using the appliance for the first time,
the interior and all internal accessories should
be washed with lukewarm water and some
neutral detergent to remove the typical smell
of a brand-new product, then dried
thoroughly.
CAUTION!
Do not use detergents, abrasive
powders, chlorine or oil-based cleaners
as they will damage the finish.
• Butter and cheese: place in an airtight
container or wrap in an aluminium foil or a
polythene bag to exclude as much air as
possible.
• Bottles: close them with a cap and place
them on the door bottle shelf, or (if
available) on the bottle rack.
• Always refer to the expiry date of the
products to know how long to keep them.
CAUTION!
The accessories and parts of the
appliance are not suitable for washing in
a dishwasher.
CAUTION!
Clean the control panel with a moist
cloth. Do not use any detergents. After
cleaning, wipe the control panel dry with
a soft cloth.
7.3 Periodic cleaning
CAUTION!
Do not pull, move or damage any pipes
and/or cables inside the appliance.
CAUTION!
Do not damage the cooling system.
CAUTION!
When moving the cabinet, lift by the front
edge to avoid scratching the floor.
Clean the equipment regularly:
1. Clean the inside and accessories with
lukewarm water and some neutral
detergent.
2. Regularly check the door seals and wipe
them clean to ensure they are clean and
free from debris.
3. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
The lowest shelf, dividing the cooler
compartment from the rest of the cabinet, can
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