Brandt BFC8052SW, Instruction Manual

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Defrosting the freezer
A thin coating of frost will slowly form on the inside walls of the freezer. This layer should be
removed. Never use a sharp object as it could damage the appliance.
For hygiene and food conservation reasons, we recommend defrosting the freezer at least once
a year by proceeding as follows:
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Pull out the mains plug from the mains socket.
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Remove any food from the compartment and place it in a special container to ensure that
there is no break in the cold chain (e.g. in an ice box or insulated bag, etc.).
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Leave the
freezer door open (
NB: leave the refrigerator door closed) and
place a basin under
the appliance to recover the water from defrosting. You can also speed up this process by
placing a bowl of hot water inside the compartment.
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Once defrosting is complete, dry the inside properly.
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Plug the power cord back in to return the appliance to service.
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Wait until the freezer has reached the recommended temperature before putting the food
back in it.