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Cleaning
Defrosting
Frost may accumulate on the inner rear surface of the appliance
which will automatically defrost during the off cycle of the
compressor.
Water is channelled via the drain hole to the collection tray above the
compressor where it will evaporate.
Please ensure the drain hole is checked and cleaned on a regular basis
so water can exit the storage compartment.
The freezer compartment of this unit is frost-free. With proper use,
there should not be any frost accumulated.
However, in case of improper use of the freezer compartment, frost might build up in the freezer compartment
after the unit has been used for a period of time. Scrape away the frost using a plastic scraper (not included).
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 to keep it cool.
2. Place a shallow bowl or pan below the freezer compartment. 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 freezer
compartment cabinet and closing the door. As the solid frost loosens, scrape it away with the plastic scraper
and remove.
3. When defrosting is complete, clean your unit’s interior and exterior.
Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit
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Remove all the shelves and the salad bin. To remove the salad bin first remove the lower door shelf.
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Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda and then rinse with warm water using a
‘wrung-out’ sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves and salad bin.
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Use a damp cloth to clean the exterior, and then wipe with a standard furniture polish. Make sure that the
door is closed to avoid the polish getting on the magnetic door seal or inside the unit.
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The grille of the condenser at the back of the unit and the adjacent components can be vacuumed using a
soft brush attachment.
Cleaning Tips
Condensation may appear on the outside of the unit. This may be due to a change in room temperature. Wipe off
any moisture residue. If the problem continues, please contact a qualified technician for assistance.
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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