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3. Wipe the interior of the fridge 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 shelf.
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 fridge.
Exterior
Use a clean, damp soft cloth to wipe the exterior surface of the fridge and dry thoroughly.
WARNING: Do not use abrasive powder, household cleaner, bleach or wax polish to clean the fridge
as these can leave a smell in the fridge and can damage the exterior.
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust from underneath the fridge and from around the compressor
situated at the back of the fridge. 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.
Going Away
If you are going away and do not want to leave the fridge left on, switch off at the socket and pull the plug
from the mains. Remove any food and follow the defrosting and cleaning instructions in the “Defrosting”
and “Cleaning and Maintenance” sections.
Note: Leave the door ajar as this will prevent odours accumulating in fridge and will allow the fridge to
dry completely.
Operating Sounds of a Fridge
If you have not owned a fridge before, you may notice that it makes some rather unusual noises. Most of
these are perfectly normal, but you should be aware of them!
The compressor makes a buzzing or humming sound when it is running. This can be louder when the
fridge is first switched on but should become quieter in a few months.
Gases flowing through the cooling system can cause a gurgling, bubbling or whooshing sound. These
noises are normal and have become more pronounced since the introduction of CFC free gases.
Expansion and contraction of parts inside the fridge can produce a cracking noise as they rapidly change
temperature.
DISPOSAL INFORMATION
The European Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that old household
electrical appliances must not be disposed of in normal unsorted
municipal waste.
Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimise
the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact
on human health and the environment.
The crossed out “wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of your
obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected.
Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information
concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance.
