Tesla RC2700H, User Manual

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Ice-cube
This appliance may be equipped with one or more ice-cube trays to
produce ice.
Accessories
Movable shelves
The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a series of runners so
that the shelves can be positioned as desired.
Positioning the door balconies
To permit storage of food packages of various sizes, the door
balconies can be placed at different heights. To make these
adjustments proceed as follows: gradually pull the balcony in the
direction of the arrows until it comes free, then reposition as required.
Helpful hints and tips
To help you make the most of the freezing process, here are some
important hints:
• the maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. is
shown on the rating plate;
• the freezing process takes 24 hours. No further food to be frozen
should be added during this period;
• only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly cleaned, foodstuffs;
• prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and
completely frozen and to make it possible subsequently to thaw
only the quantity required;
• wrap up the food in alumi num foil or polythene and make sure
that the packages are airtight;
• do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food which is already
frozen, thus avoiding a rise in temperature of the latter;
• lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the
storage life of food;
• water ices, if consumed immediately after removal from the
freezer compartment, can possibly cause the skin to be freeze
burnt;
• removal from the freezer compartment, can possibly cause the
skin to be freeze burnt; it is advisable to show the freezing in date
on each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of the storage
time.
Hints for storage of frozen food
To obtain the best performance from this appliance, you should:
• make sure that the commercially frozen foodstuffs were
adequately stored by the retailer;
• be sure that frozen foodstuffs are transferred from the food store
to the freezer in the shortest possible time;
• do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than
absolutely necessary.
• once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be re-frozen;
• do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food
manufacture.
Hints for fresh food refrigeration
To obtain the best performance:
• Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator
• Do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong flavor
• Make (all types): wrap in polythene bags and place on the glass
shelves above the vegetable drawer.
• For safety, store in this way only one or two days at the most.
• Cooked foods, cold dishes, etc...: these should be covered and
may be placed on any shelf.
• Fruit and vegetables: these should be thoroughly cleaned and
placed in the special drawer(s) provided.
• Butter and cheese: these should be placed in special airtight
containers or wrapped in aluminum foil or polythene bags to
exclude as much air as possible.
• Milk bottle: these should have a cap and should be stored in the
balconies on the door.
• Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed, must not be
kept in the fridge.
Cleaning
For hygienic reasons the appliance interior, including interior
accessories, should be cleaned regularly.
CAUTION!
The appliance may not be connected to the mains during cleaning.
Danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning switch the appliance
off and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or turn out
the circuit breaker or fuse. Never clean the appliance with a steam
cleaner. Moisture could accumulate in electrical components, danger
of electrical shock! Hot vapors can lead to the damage of plastic
parts. The appliance must be dry before it is placed back into service.
IMPORTANT!
Ethereal oils and organic solvents can attack plastic
parts, e.g. lemon juice or the juice form orange peel, butyric acid,
cleanser that contain acetic acid.
Clean drain hole
To avoid defrost water overflowing into the fridge, periodically clean
the drain hole at back of fridge compartment. Use a cleaner to clean
the hole as showed in the picture.
• Do not allow such substances to come into contact the appliance
parts.
• Do not use any abrasive cleaners
• Remove the food from the freezer. Store them in a cool place, well
covered.
• Switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the socket, or
switch off the circuit breaker or fuse.
• Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and
lukewarm water. After cleaning wipe with fresh water and rub dry.
• After everything is dry place appliance back into service.