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Helpful hints and tips

Cleaning and care

Noises from the appliance

Clicks -

Whenever the compressor switches on or off, a

click can be heard.

Humming -

As soon as the compressor is in operation, you

can hear it humming.

Bubbling -

When refrigerant flows into thin tubes, you can

hear bubbling or splashing noises.

Splashing -

Even after the compressor has been switched

off, this noise can be heard for a short time.

Energy-saving tips

Do not install the appliance near stoves, radiators or other

sources of warmth.
Keep the time the appliance is open to a minimum.
Do not set the temperature colder than necessary.
Make sure there is clearance between the sides and

rear of the appliance and the wall and follow the relevant

installation instructions.
If the illustration shows the recommended configuration

of the drawers, crisper and shelves do not change this

configuration as it will lead to increased energy use.

Tips for freezing

When first starting up or after a period out of use: before

putting the food in the compartment, let the appliance run for

at least 2 hours at a higher setting.

Prepare food in small portions so that it can be rapidly and

completely frozen and so that you only need to thaw the

quantity required.
Wrap up food in aluminum foil or polythene (plastic) and

make sure that packages are airtight.
Do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food that is

already frozen, to avoid raising the temperature of the latter.
If frozen ice products are eaten immediately after removal

from the freezer compartment they may cause freezer burns

to the skin.
It is recommended to mark the date of freezing on each

frozen package so that you can keep track of the storage

time.

Tips for storing frozen food

Make sure that commercially frozen food is stored according

to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Once defrosted, foods deteriorate rapidly and cannot be

re-frozen.
Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food

manufacturer.

Note:

lf the appliance has related accessories and

functions.

Cleaning and care

For hygienic reasons, the appliance interior, including

interior accessories, should be cleaned regularly.
The appliance should be cleaned and maintained at least

every two months.

Warning! Danger of electrical shock!

The appliance should not be plugged in during cleaning.

Before cleaning, switch off the appliance and unplug it from

the power socket, or switch off or remove the circuit breaker

or fuse.

Notice!

Remove the food from the appliance before cleaning. Store

it in a cool place and keep well covered.
Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture

could accumulate in electrical components.
Hot vapour can damage plastic parts.
Essential oils and organic solvents can attack plastic parts,

e.g. lemon juice or the juice from an orange peel, butyric

acid, or cleansers that contain acetic acid. Do not allow such

substances to come into contact with appliance parts.
Do not use any abrasive cleansers.
Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth

and lukewarm water. Commercially available dish washing

detergents may also be used.

After cleaning, wipe with fresh water and a clean dish cloth.
Dust that settles on the condenser increases energy

consumption; clean the condenser at the back of the

appliance once a year with a soft brush or a vacuum

cleaner. (Only applies to appliances with an external

condenser.)
Check the water drain hole on the rear wall of the

refrigerator compartment.
If the drain hole is blocked, clean it with the aid of something

like a soft peg, taking care not to damage the cabinet with

sharp objects.
After everything is dry, reconnect and turn on the appliance.

Defrosting

Defrosting the frozen food storage compartment