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At colder settings in humid atmospheres or after pro-
longed use, it may become necessary to defrost the unit.
Defrost the unit when any frost becomes 1/4” to 1/2” thick.
Defrosting may become necessary more often if doors
are opened more frequently or the unit is operating in a
high humidity condition.
Defrosting
To defrost the unit, remove the contents from the refriger-
ator/freezer and adjust the temperature control full clock-
wise for the Explosion-Proof Refrigerator and counter
clockwise for the FMS Refrigerator. Allow the unit several
hours to completely defrost. While the refrigerator is
defrosting, water will collect in the base of the unit.
Sponge up the water as it collects in the bottom compart-
ment.
Also, place a folded towel at the front of the compartment
to soak up water that would otherwise run down the front
of the refrigerator.
Cleaning
The cabinet interior should be cleaned frequently. Any
spilled liquid should be wiped off immediately since stains
resulting from some spills could be permanent if not
quickly removed. The most convenient time to clean the
interior is after defrosting.
A mild detergent and lukewarm water or solution of bicar-
bonate of soda (1 tablespoon per gallon of water) is rec-
ommended for cleaning the interior and exterior of the
cabinet.
Surfaces should be rinsed and dried carefully and thor-
oughly.
The exterior of the cabinet should be cleaned occasional-
ly with a damp cloth of mild detergent and water. Do not
use an abrasive or harsh detergent on these surfaces.
Clean door gaskets with mild suds, rinse with clear water
and wipe dry.
Maintenance
Caution
Do not use sharp or pointed instru-
ments as a scraper. Damage to the
evaporator may occur.
Caution
Do not use any type of abrasive such
as steel wool or fluids such as gaso-
line, naphtha, or paint thinner that
could be harmful to plastic materials,
door gasket and/or painted surface.
