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Cleaning and Maintenance
WARNING:
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Always disconnect the appliance from the power
supply before cleaning and user maintenance.
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Do not use steam cleaners for cleaning the appli-
ance; moisture could enter electrical components.
Risk of electric shock! Hot steam could damage
the plastic parts.
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The unit must be dry before restarting operation.
CAUTION:
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Do not use a wire brush or other sharp, abrasive
items.
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Do not use any acidic or abrasive detergents.
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Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Cleaning the appliance including interior
To keep dirt and germs at bay, clean the appliance
regularly!
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First clear out the contents of the appliance and
store it in a cool place. Remove all moving parts
such as shelves or drawers.
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Clean the interior of the appliance, the exterior
surfaces and the accessories with lukewarm wa-
ter and a mild cleaning agent; or with a clean,
damp microfiber cloth without cleaning agent.
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After everything has dried thoroughly, you can put
the appliance back into operation.
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Depending on the model:
At least once a year,
wipe off the dust that has accumulated on the rear
wall of the unit and on the condenser (metal
grille). Use a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner for
this purpose.
Cleaning / replacing the door seal
Regularly check the seal for dirt, damage and air
tightness!
Checking the seal for air tightness
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Clamp a thin piece of paper at various points for
testing. The paper must be equally difficult to pull
through at all points.
Cleaning the gasket
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Clean the gasket with clear water only!
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CAUTION, grease and oil makes the seal porous
and brittle. Wipe up grease or oil immediately with
a damp, clean cloth.
Replacing the seal
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Remove the contents of the appliance and, if nec-
essary, defrost the unit. Pay attention to how the
old gasket is attached. Most gaskets are only
plugged in.
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Remove the worn gasket rubber by removing it
from the groove. Carefully clean the appliance
door and the groove below the rubber and remove
any adhesive residue.
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Attach the new rubber. If necessary, heat the rub-
ber seal with a hair dryer or hot water and shape it
by hand. Start pressing the gasket in one corner
and then press it around the door into the groove
provided for this purpose.
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Continue to check the seal regularly for dirt and
damage!
Defrosting
CAUTION:
Never use metal objects (e.g. knifes) to remove ice
from the evaporator. Otherwise, it can be damaged.
To achieve better cooling and to save energy, defrost
the appliance regularly as follows:
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To initiate the defrosting process, disconnect the
appliance from the power supply.
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Remove the contents of the appliance and store
everything covered in a cool place.
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Once the ice has melted, wipe up the condensa-
tion and dry the inside of the appliance.
