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Before cleaning, unplug the appliance from the
power mains
– switch o
ff
the appliance (see chapter
Switching the Appliance On/O
ff
) and unplug the power
cord from the wall outlet.
• Use
a soft cloth
to clean all surfaces. Cleaners that
contain
abrasive substances, acids, or solvents
are not suitable for cleaning
as they may damage
the surface.
Clean the appliance exterior with water or a mild solution
of suds. Lacquer-coated and aluminium surfaces may be
cleaned with lukewarm water to which you have added a
mild detergent. Use of cleaners with low alcohol content
is allowed (e.g. window cleaners).
Do not use cleaners containing alcohol for cleaning
plastic materials.
Appliance interior can be cleaned with lukewarm water
to which you can add some
vinegar
.
• The
condenser
unit mounted on the (exterior)
back wall should always be kept clean, free of dust
or deposits resulting from kitchen smoke or fumes.
Occasionally clean the dust using a soft non-metal
brush or a vacuum cleaner.
• Also clean the tray above the refrigerator compressor.
If you remove it, replace it after cleaning. Make sure it
is placed horizontally.
• After cleaning, switch the appliance back on and
insert the food.
CLEANING THE APPLIANCE