MainMainttenance & Cleaningenance & Cleaning
Before any maintenance of cleaning work isDefrosting
carried out DISCONNECT the appliance from
the ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.While the appliance is in operation the ice-making
compartment becomes progressively covered with
Internal Cleaningfrost.
This frost, acts as an insulator and prevents the
Clean the inside and accessories with warm water andcold from reaching the insulator food. The frost
bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Rinseshould be removed whenever the thickness of the
and dry thoroughly.frost exceeds 1/4?. To carry out complete
defrosting proceed as follows.
NEVER use detergents, abrasive powders,Pull out the plug from the wall socket or turn the
highly perfumed cleaning products or waxthermostat control knob to the '0' position.
polishes to clean the interior as these will
damage the surface and leave a strong Leave the fridge and ice-making compartment
odour.doors open, when defrosting is completed, dry the
appliance thoroughly. Remove any defrost water
collected in the tray.
External CleaningReplace the plug in the socket or return the
thermostat to the initial position and, after letting
Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water.the appliance run for at least an hour, place the
food in the refrigerator.
When the appliance is not in
use
When the appliance is not in use for long periods,
disconnect from the electricity supply, empty all foods
and clean the appliance, leaving the door open to
prevent unpleasant smells.
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