Cleaning and maintenance
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4 Cleaning and maintenance
4.1 Instructions
4.2 Cleaning the appliance
A special antibacterial protection on the
appliance's interior walls prevents bacterial
growth and keeps them clean. They must
nevertheless be cleaned regularly in order
to keep them in good condition.
Cleaning the outside of the appliance
• The appliance may be cleaned with
water or alcohol-based liquid detergents
(e.g. window cleaning products).
• Avoid aggressive detergents and rough
sponges in order not to damage the
surfaces.
• Use a soft brush to remove dust and fume
deposits from the condenser on the rear
of the appliance.
• Clean the tank above the compressor.
Cleaning the inside of the appliance
• Clean the inside of the appliance with
diluted liquid detergent and warm water,
adding a little bit of vinegar.
• Door balconies and shelves can be
removed.
• Do not use sharp objects or spray
products.
• Avoid contact with water or detergents
and electrical parts or the lighting system.
WARNING
• Turn off the appliance and unplug it from
the mains before cleaning or
maintenance.
• Do not pull the cable to remove the
plug.
• Use nonflammable cleaner.
CAUTION
• Do not use steam jets to clean the
appliance.
• Do not use cleaning products containing
chlorine, ammonia or bleach on parts
made of steel or that have metallic
surface finishes (e.g. anodizing, nickel-
or chromium-plating).
• Do not use abrasive or corrosive
detergents (e.g. powder products, stain
removers and metallic sponges) on
glass parts.
• Do not use rough or abrasive materials
or sharp metal scrapers.
• Do not clean glass shelves or covers
with warm water when they are cold.
• Glass shelves and covers are heavy,
use special care when removing them.
