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Cleaning and Maintenance
Switch off the electrical supply and remove the plug from the socket before cleaning.
Defrosting
Frost might build up in the unit after it has been used for a period of time. Scrape away the frost using a
plastic scraper (not included)
Do not use a metal or sharp instrument to scrape away the frost, nor should you use any electrical
DO NOT USE A METAL OR SHARP INSTRUMENT TO SCRAPE AWAY THE FROST, NOR SHOULD YOU USE ANY ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES TO
AID DEFROSTING!
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We recommend that defrosting should be
carried out when the frost layer builds up to 10mm (~0.39”).
Choose a time when the stock of frozen food is low, follow these procedures:
1. Take out the food, turn the unit off at the mains supply and leave the door open. Ideally, the frozen food
should be put into another freezer. If this is not possible, wrap the food in several sheets of newspaper or
large towels and then a thick blanket to keep it cool.
2. Place a dry towel at the foot of the unit. Scrape away the frost using the plastic scraper. Defrosting the
remaining frost can be speeded up by placing a bowl of hot water inside the unit and closing the door. As the
solid frost loosens, scrape it away with the plastic scraper and remove.
Wring out the soaked towel as needed.
3. When defrosting is
complete, clean your unit’s interior and exterior.
defrosting. Do not use a metal or sharp
instrument to scrape away t defrosting.
Interior
1. Remove all food from the freezer and cover to help keep it cold.
2. Remove all drawers from the freezer and wash in warm soapy water with a soft cloth and dry thoroughly.
Never put wet drawers back in the freezer.
3. Wipe the interior of the freezer with a damp clean cloth. For extra cleaning use a solution of one
teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to one pint of water.
4. Dry the interior thoroughly with a clean cloth and replace the drawers.
5. Plug in and switch back on and allow the temperature in the fridge to drop to the correct temperature.
6. Replace the food in the freezer.
Exterior
Use a clean, damp soft cloth to wipe the exterior surface of the freezer and dry thoroughly.
WARNING:
Do not use abrasive powder, household cleaner, bleach or wax polish to clean the freezer
as these can leave a smell in the freezer and can damage the exterior.
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust from underneath the freezer and from around the compressor situated
at the back of the freezer. Use caution not to damage the coolant system.
Door Seal
Use a clean, damp soft cloth to wipe the door seal and in between the creases of it. Take care not to
damage the seal and do not use sharp objects to clean it. Ensure that the seal is dried thoroughly before
using the fridge. Do not use detergent on the seal as it will cause damage to it.
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