Cleaning and maintenance
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To Defrost the Freezer
1. Try to use as much as possible of the food in the freezer, before defrosting. However, any
food that is left, wrap in layers of newspaper or blankets.
2. Switch the appliance off at the wall socket and remove the plug.
3. Open the freezer door.
4. Place a suitable container to collect the water created from the defrosted ice.
5. After defrosting, clean and dry the interior.
6. Switch the appliance on and replace any frozen food.
Defrosting can be speeded up by putting bowls of hot (not boiling) water in the freezer and
loosening the frost with a suitable plastic scraper.
Never use sharp metal tools as it may damage the appliance.
Never use an electrical heater, this may cause an electric shock.
Internal Cleaning
Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning.
Do not pour water over the appliance.
The cavity should be cleaned periodically using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and
lukewarm water.
Clean the accessories separately with soap and water. Do not put them in the dishwasher.
Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps. After washing, rinse with clean water
and dry carefully. When the cleaning operations are complete, reconnect the plug with
dry
hands
.
External Cleaning
Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do NOT use abrasive products.
There are sharp edges on the underside of the product so care should be taken when
cleaning.
When the Appliance is Not in Use
When the appliance is not in use for long periods, disconnect from the electricity supply,
empty all of the food and clean the inside. Leave the door open to prevent the build-up of
odours.
