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• The freezer should be defrosted 2 – 3 times a year, or more
often if appliance door is opened more frequently. Moving the
cold accumulators (only with some models) directly onto the
frozen food in the upper freezer compartment may reduce the
number of times the freezer needs to be defrosted.
• 24 hours before defrosting, activate the freezer power boost to
additionally cool the food (see chapter “Freezing process”).
After 24 hours, remove the frozen food from the freezer and
protect them from thawing.
• Disconnect the appliance – rotate the thermostat knob
A
to the
position and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
• Place absorbent cloths on the bottom of the freezer to absorb the
water as the ice melts, and replace them as necessary.
• Do not use electrical appliances to defrost the appliance (hairdryer
etc.);
• When defrosting the refrigerator, do not use any defrosting sprays
as these may damage the plastic surfaces or harm your health.
• Clean the appliance interior and wipe it dry (see cleaning the
appliance).
• Before putting the food back into the freezer, connect the
appliance to the power mains and rotate the
A
knob back to the
desired setting.
Defrosting traditional
freezer
Before cleaning, unplug the appliance from the power mains
– rotate the thermostat knob
A
to position
and unplug the
power cord from the wall outlet.
• Use a
soft cloth
to clean all surfaces. Cleaners containing
abrasive particles, acids, or solvents, are not appropriate
as they will damage the surface.
Clean the
appliance exterior
with water or a mild solution of
suds. Lacquer-coated and aluminum surfaces can be cleaned
with lukewarm water to which some mild detergent was added.
Cleaning agents with minor alcohol content are also acceptable
(e.g. window cleaners). Cleaners with alcohol content are not
allowed for cleaning plastic parts.
Clean the appliance
interior
with lukewarm water to which you
may add some
vinegar
.
• A thick layer of frost will increase power consumption;
therefore, defrost the appliance as soon as possible. Do not
use any sharp objects, solvents, or sprays.
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Defrosting the appliance
Cleaning the appliance
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