Refrigerator defrost process
The refrigerator defrosting process is carried out automatically every time the
compressor stops.
The defrost water drains from the cabinet into a tray placed on the top of the
compressor to the rear of the unit where it evaporates.
Freezer defrost process
Small amounts of frost will accumulate inside the freezer depending upon the
length of time during which the door is left open or the amount of moisture
introduced. It is essential to ensure that no frost or ice is allowed to form at places
where it will affect the close fitting of the door seal. This might allow air to
penetrate the cabinet, thus encouraging continuous running of the compressor. Thin
frost formation is quite soft and can be removed with a brush or plastic scraper. Do
not use metal or sharp scrapers, mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the
defrosting process. Remove all dislodged frost from the cabinet floor .For the
removal of thin frost it is not necessary to switch off the appliance.
For the removal of heavy ice deposits disconnect the appliance from the mains
supply and empty the contents into cardboard boxes and wrap in thick blankets or
layers of paper to keep them cold. Defrosting will be most effective if carried out
when the freezer is nearly empty, and it should be carried out as quickly as possible
to prevent undue increase in temperature of the contents.
Do not use metal or sharp scrapers, mechanical devices or other means to
accelerate the defrosting process. An increase in temperature of frozen food
packages during defrosting will shorten the storage life. Provided that the contents
are well wrapped and placed in a cool area they should keep for several hours.
Examine the contents when replacing them in the freezer and if some of the
packages have thawed out it should be eaten within 24hours or be cooked and re-
frozen.
After defrosting has finished clean the inside with a solution of warm water with a
little bicarbonate of soda and then dry thoroughly. Wash all removable parts in the
same way and reassemble. Reconnect the appliance to the mains supply and leave
for 2 to 3 hours on setting number 7 before introducing the food back into the
freezer.
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