Food Storage
Always store food in closed containers. Never put hot food in
the fridge, always allow at least 1.5hours cooling first.
Never store items in the fridge that might give off flammable
gases. The two star (**) frozen food compartment is
designed for the storage of frozen food or for making ice.
It is not suitable for freezing items.
Most kinds of frozen foods can be stored in this
compartment for about 1 month. It is, however, important
to read the instructions on the packet as this time may vary.
Defrosting
Frost will gradually accumulate on the refrigeration
surface.This must not be allowed to grow too thick as it
acts as an insulator and will adversely affect the performance.
The fridge must be defrosted when the build up reaches
about 3mm.
To defrost: remove ice tray and all food items from the fridge
and turn off.
Warning
Normally the temperature of frozen items will rise during
defrosting so should be consumed in 24 hours or discarded.
Do not
try to accelerate defrosting by using a heater as this
could damage the plastic surface of the fridge.
Do not
attempt to scrape the ice off the surface using a
sharp object. When ice has melted, wipe the fridge dry and
restart it. Place food items back inside but do not attempt to
make ice cubes until fridge is completely cold.
Cleaning the Refrigerator
Clean the inside of the fridge regularly to keep it fresh and
hygienic.A cleaning solution of 0.5 litre of warm water and
1 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda should be used. Cloths
should be wrung out after soaking and used to clean the
interior of the fridge and the fittings.
Never use detergents, scouring powder, strongly scented
products or wax products to clean the interior of the fridge
as they may damage the surface and leave a strong smell.
The exterior of the fridge should be wiped clean periodically
with a damp cloth and a small quantity of detergent.The door
gasket should only be cleaned with soap and water and
thoroughly dried.
Turning off the Refrigerator
If the fridge is not to be used for some time:
• Set any switches to 0.
• Set gas valve (D) to •
• Shut off any on board valve in the gas line to
the refrigerator.
• Empty the refrigerator, defrost and clean as
described earlier.
• Leave the door to the fridge and the freezer compartment
ajar, use the travel catch to hold in position.
• When the vehicle is to be out of use for long periods,
especially during the winter, we suggest fitting the winter
covers on to the vent grills.
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