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Notes on cleaning and maintenance
• Before cleaning and maintenance, switch the machine off and unplug the power
cord from the wall outlet.
• Do not clean the machine with metal objects. Do not use sharp objects to remove
frost from the machine. Use a plastic scraper.
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All electrical work required to service the unit should be performed by a qualifi ed
electrician or competent person.
Special instructions for freezers and chest freezers
• When positioning the machine, make sure that the mains cable is not pinched or
damaged.
• Ensure that there are no multiple sockets or power supply units on the rear of the
machine.
To avoid contamination of food, please follow the instructions below:
•
Prolonged opening of the door can cause a signifi cant temperature rise in the
compartments of the unit.
• Clean surfaces that may come into contact with food regularly. Clean the water
drain regularly.
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Store raw meat and fi sh in suitable containers in the refrigerator so that meat and
fi sh do not come into contact with or drip onto other foods.
Notes on the freezer compartments
• Two-star freezer compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or
making ice cream and making ice cubes.
• One-, two- and three-star freezer compartments are not suitable for freezing fresh
food.
• If the refrigerator is left empty for a long period of time, switch it off, let it defrost,
clean it, dry it and leave the door open to prevent mould from forming in the
appliance.
WARNING
When using, servicing and disposing of the unit, pay attention to the left
symbol on the rear of the unit or on the compressor. This symbol warns
of possible fi res. There are fl ammable substances in the refrigerant lines
and in the compressor. Keep the appliance away from sources of fi re
during use, maintenance and disposal.
