iGenix IG3751, User Manual

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Switch off the electrical supply and remove the plug from the socket before cleaning.
Interior
1. Remove all food from the freezer and cover to help keep it cool.
2. Remove the shelf from the freezer and defrost following the instructions above. Wash the shelf in
warm soapy water with a soft cloth and dry thoroughly. Never put the shelf into the freezer wet.
3. Wipe the interior of the freezer with a damp clean cloth. For extra cleaning use a solution of one
teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to one pint of water.
4. Dry the interior thoroughly with a clean cloth and replace the shelf.
5. Plug in and switch back on and allow the temperature in the freezer to drop to the correct
temperature.
6. Replace the food in the freezer.
Exterior
Use a clean, damp soft cloth to wipe the exterior surface of the freezer and dry thoroughly.
WARNING: Do not use abrasive powder, household cleaner, bleach or wax polish to clean the
freezer as these can leave a smell in the freezer and can damage the exterior.
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust from underneath the freezer and from around the compressor
situated at the back of the freezer. Use caution not to damage the coolant system.
Door Seal
Use a clean, damp soft cloth to wipe the door seal and in between the creases of it. Take care not to
damage the seal and do not use sharp objects to clean it. Ensure that the seal is dried thoroughly before
using the freezer. Do not use detergent on the seal as it will cause damage to it.
Going Away
If you are going away and do not want to leave the freezer left on, switch off at the socket and pull
the plug from the mains. Remove any food and follow the defrosting and cleaning instructions in the
“Defrosting” and “Cleaning and Maintenance” sections.
Note: Leave the door ajar as this will prevent odours accumulating in freezer and will allow the freezer
to dry completely.
Operating Sounds of a Freezer
If you have not owned a freezer before, you may notice that it makes some rather unusual noises. Most
of these are perfectly normal, but you should be aware of them!
The compressor makes a buzzing or humming sound when it is running. This can be louder when the
freezer is first switched on but should become quieter in a few months.
Gases flowing through the cooling system can cause a gurgling, bubbling or whooshing sound. These
noises are normal and have become more pronounced since the introduction of CFC free gases.
Expansion and contraction of parts inside the freezer can produce a cracking noise as they rapidly change
temperature.