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Hints for refrigeration
Meat (All Types) Wrap in polythene food:
Wrap and place on the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer.
Always follow food storage times and use by dates suggested by
manufacturers.
Cooked food, cold dishes, etc.:
They should be covered and may be placed on any shelf.
Fruit and vegetables:
They should be stored in the special drawer provided.
Butter and cheese:
Should be wrapped in airtight foil or plastic film wrap.
Milk bottles:
Should have a lid and be stored in the door racks.
Switching off your appliance
If the appliance needs to be switched off for an extended period,
the following steps should be taken prevent mould on the ap-
pliance.
1. Remove all food.
2. Remove the power plug from the mains socket.
3. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
4. Ensure that all the doors are wedged open slightly to allow
air to circulate.
Cleaning and care
For hygienic reasons the appliance ( including exterior and inte-
rior accessories) should be cleaned regularly at least every two
months.
Caution! The appliance must not be connected to the mains dur-
ing cleaning. Danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning switch
the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains socket.
Exterior cleaning
To maintain good appearance of your appliance, you should clean
it regularly.
- Wipe the digital panel and display panel with a clean, soft
cloth.
- Spray water onto the cleaning cloth instead of spraying
directly on the surface of the appliance. This helps ensure an
even distribution of moisture to the surface.
- Clean the doors, handles and cabinet surfaces with a mild
detergent and then wiped dry with a soft cloth.
Caution!
- Don’t use sharp objects as they are likely to scratch the
surface.
- Don’t use Thinner, Car detergent, Clorox, ethereal oil,
abrasive cleansers or organic solvent such as Benzene for
cleaning. They may damage the surface of the appliance and
may cause fire.
Interior cleaning
You should clean the appliance interior regularly. It will be easier
to clean when food stocks are low.
- Wipe the inside of the fridge freezer with a weak solution of
bicarbonate of soda, and then rinse with warm water using
a wrung-out sponge or cloth.
- Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves and
baskets. Thoroughly dry all surfaces and removable parts.
Although this appliance automatically defrosts, a layer of
frost may occur on the refrigerator’s interior walls if the door
is opened frequently or kept open too long. If the frost is too
thick, choose a time when the supply of food stocks are low
and proceed as follows:
- Remove existing food and accessories baskets, unplug the
appliance from the mains power and leave the doors open.
Ventilate the room thoroughly to accelerate the thawing
process.
Caution! Don’t use sharp objects to remove frost from the
refrigerator. Only after the interior is completely dry should
the appliance be switched back on and plugged back into
the mains socket.
Door seal cleaning
Take care to keep door seals clean. Sticky food and drinks can
cause seals to stick to the cabinet and tear when you open the
door. Wash seal with a mild detergent and warm water. Rinse
and dry it thoroughly after cleaning.
Caution! Only after the door seals are completely dry should the
appliance be powered on.
Replacing the LED light
Warning: The LED light must not be replaced by the user! If the
LED light is damaged, contact the customer helpline for assis-
tance. To replace the LED light, the below steps can be followed:
1. Unplug your appliance.
2. Remove light cover by pushing up and out.
3. Hold the LED cover with one hand and pull it with the other
hand while pressing the connector latch.
4. Replace LED light and snap it correctly in place.
Troubleshooting
If you experience a problem with your appliance or are con-
cerned that the appliance is not functioning correctly, you can
carry out some easy checks before calling for service, please see
below. You can carry out some easy checks according to this sec-
tion before calling for service.
Warning! Don’t try to repair the appliance yourself. If the prob-
lem persists after you have made the checks mentioned below,
contact a qualified electrician, authorized service engineer or the
shop where you purchased the product.
