Cleaning the interior and
accessories
The appliance should be cleaned
regularly, at least once a month.
Remove any obvious soiling immedi-
ately and do not let it dry on.
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Clean the interior surfaces and
accessories with a solution of
lukewarm water and a little
washing-up liquid. After cleaning,
wipe with clean water and dry with a
soft cloth.
The following are
dishwasher safe
:
– the bottle holder, egg trays
(supplied as standard, depending on
model)
– the shelves and bottle shelf in the
door
– the adjustable shelves (excluding
any stainless steel trim or protective
strips)
The temperature of the dishwasher
programme must not exceed 55°C.
Contact with some foodstuffs, such
as carrots, tomatoes or ketchup can
cause plastic items to discolour.
However, this discolouration will not
affect the stability of plastic items.
The following are
not dishwasher safe
:
– the stainless steel trim and the
protective strips on the shelves
– the fruit and vegetable
containers/drawers (depending on
model).
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These should all be hand washed.
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Clean the condensate channel and
drain hole frequently, so that
condensate can drain away
unhindered. Use a straw or similar to
clear the drain hole if necessary.
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Leave the appliance door open for a
while.
Ventilation gaps
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The ventilation gaps should be
cleaned on a regular basis with a
brush or vacuum cleaner. A build-up
of dust will increase the energy
consumption of the appliance.
Door seal
Do not use any oils or grease on the
door seal as these will cause the
seal to deteriorate and become
porous over time.
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The door seal should be cleaned
regularly with clean water, and then
wiped dry with a soft cloth.
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