Care and maintenance
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Defrosting and cleaning the
inner compartment
The fridge does not need to be defrosted as it
is equipped with an automated thawing func-
tion. Frost and ice are automatically defrosted
and the thaw water is collected in a thaw water
container on the reverse side of the appliance.
The thaw water evaporates as a result of the
heat generated by the motor.
To defrost the freezer, first create accumulat-
ed refrigeration. To do this, set the tempera-
ture controller (1) to “7” at least 3 hours before
defrosting.
The deep-frozen food will now not defrost as
quickly.
WARNING
Danger of explosion!
Improper handling of the appliance
can lead to deflagration or explosion.
The thermal insulation and the interi-
or walls are scratch- and heat-sensitive
and can melt.
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Never use defrosting sprays. They can
generate explosive gases.
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Do not use any means other than
those recommended by the manufac-
turer to speed up defrosting.
■
Do not use any electric heating equip-
ment, knives or devices with an open
flame such as a candle.
NOTICE
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the appliance
may result in damage.
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Defrost the appliance in a time-
ly manner before it forms a layer of
ice and frost of more than 4 mm. Ex-
cessive ice formation increases pow-
er consumption and the freezer door
may no longer close tightly.
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Do not use any means other than
those recommended by the manufac-
turer to speed up defrosting. For ex-
ample, do not use any electric heat-
ing equipment, knives or devices with
an open flame such as a candle.
If possible, defrost the freezer in winter
when the outside temperature is low.
You can then store the food on the balcony
(or similar) while defrosting.
Alternatively, you can wrap up the frozen food
in a thick layer of newspaper and store it in a
cool room or insulated bag.
1. Set the temperature controller (1) to “0”.
2. Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
3. Remove the frozen food from the freezer.
4. Ensure that your food is kept cool enough.
If you haven’t got the opportunity to store
the frozen food in another freezer in the
meantime, wrap it up in a thick layer of
newspaper and store it in a cool room or
in an insulated bag while it is defrosting.
5. Remove the drawers from the freezer.
Wash them in warm water with washing
up liquid and dry thoroughly.
6. Place a bowl of hot, but not boiling, water
in the freezer. This will accelerate the de-
frosting process.
7. Leave the door open while defrosting and
place a cloth in front of the appliance to
catch thaw water which may come out.
The defrosting time depends on the thick-
ness of the ice layer. Experience dictates
that it is possible to start cleaning after ap-
prox. 1 hour.
8. Take the vegetable drawer (5) and the
glass shelves (6) out of the fridge.
In order to remove the door shelves (3),
push them together slightly to the sides
