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6. Cleaning and maintenance
6.1 Safety advice
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Before beginning with repair or cleaning works make sure the device has been
disconnected from power socket (pull the power plug!!!) and has cooled down.
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Do not use any acid agents and make sure no water ingresses the device.
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To protect yourself from electric shock, never immerse the device, its cables and the
plug in water or other liquids.
CAUTION!
The device is not suited for direct washing via water jets. Therefore, you must not
use any kind of pressure water jet for cleaning the device!
6.2 Cleaning
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Clean the unit regularly.
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Protect the unit’s surface and all plastic elements from greases, acids and sauces.
If such substances get on the unit’s surface, immediately wash with warm water and
a mild cleaning agent.
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Clean the interior and exterior of the unit with warm water and a mild cleaning agent.
Wash with clean water.
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Dry all washed surfaces thoroughly.
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Regularly clean and dry the door seals.
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Regularly clean the equipment (drawers, ice cube tray) with warm water and dry
before replacing it in the deep freezer.
CAUTION!
Never use hot water to wash the unit!
Never use harsh cleaning substances such as scouring powder, thinners, benzene
etc. as they can damage plastic elements and paint.
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Regularly remove dirt and dust from the rear wall of the unit and compressor with a
dry, soft brush, electrostatic cloth or vacuum cleaner.
CAUTION!
Never wash the compressor with water!
NOTE!
A dirty compressor has a negative impact on the unit’s functioning and increases
energy use!
