Electrolux IK2685TL Notice D'utilisation page 54

6.4 Defrosting of the freezer
CAUTION!
Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off
frost from the evaporator.
Use only accessories recommended by
the manufacturer to speed up thawing.
Do not use the supplied ice scraper to
prepare food.
Set a lower temperature about 12 h prior
to defrosting.
It is normal for a thin layer of frost to form on
the freezer shelves and around the top
compartment. Defrost the freezer when the
frost layer reaches a thickness of about 3-5
mm.
1. Switch off and unplug the appliance.
2. Remove stored food.
3. Leave the door open and protect the floor
from the water.
7. TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.
7.1 What to do if...
Problem
The appliance does not operate.
The appliance is noisy.
Acoustic or visual alarm is on.
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4. Put a pot of warm water in the freezer
5. Dry the interior after defrosting.
6. Switch on the appliance. Close the door.
7. Set the lowest temperature for at least 3
6.5 Period of non-operation
When the appliance is not in use for long
period, take the following precautions:
1. Disconnect the appliance from electricity
2. Remove all food.
3. Defrost the appliance.
4. Clean the appliance and all accessories.
5. Leave the doors open to prevent
Possible cause
The appliance is switched off.
The mains plug is not connected to
the mains socket correctly.
There is no voltage in the mains
socket.
The appliance is not supported
properly.
The cabinet has been recently
switched on.
The temperature in the appliance is
too high.
The door is left open.
compartment in order to speed up the
defrosting. Use the supplied ice scraper
to remove pieces of ice that break away
before defrosting is complete.
hbefore you put the food back into the
freezer compartment.
supply.
unpleasant smells.
Solution
Switch on the appliance.
Connect the mains plug to the
mains socket correctly.
Connect a different electrical appli‐
ance to the mains socket. Contact a
qualified electrician.
Check if the appliance stands sta‐
ble.
Refer to "High temperature alarm"
or "Door open alarm".
Refer to "High temperature alarm"
or "Door open alarm".
Close the door.