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Cleaning
Cleaning inside the fridge/freezer
You should clean the Fridge/Freezer internally with a weak
solution of bicarbonate of soda� Then rinse with warm water
using a damp sponge or cloth and wipe dry� Wash the baskets
in warm soapy water and ensure they are completely dry before
replacing in the Fridge/Freezer�
Cleaning outside the fridge/freezer
• Use standard non-abrasive detergent diluted in warm water to
clean the Fridge/Freezer exterior�
• The grille of the condenser at the back of the Fridge/Freezer
and the adjacent components can be vacuumed using a soft
brush attachment�
• Do not use harsh cleaners, scouring pads or solvents to clean
any part of the Fridge/Freezer�
Troubleshooting
Servicing
Before calling for service please check the following�
Power cut
If the internal temperature of the Fridge/Freezer compartment is -18°C or less when the power
returns, your food is safe� The food in your Fridge/Freezer will remain frozen for approx 16 hours with
the door closed� Do not open the Fridge/Freezer door more than necessary�
The Fridge/Freezer is exceptionally cold
You may have accidentally set the refrigerator temperature to a higher position�
The Fridge/Freezer is exceptionally warm
The compressor may not be working� Set the refrigerator temperature to maximum setting and wait
a few minutes� If there is no humming noise, it is not working� Contact the local store where your
purchase was made�
Accessories
Energy label
FR/ENG manual
Ice box
Egg tray
Ice scraper
The Fridge/Freezer is not working
Check it is plugged in and switched on� Check that the fuse in the plug has not blown�
Plug In another appliance, such as a lamp, to see if the socket is working� The Fridge/Freezer should
be placed in a well ventilated room with an ambient temperature of between 16˚Cand 38˚C� Leave
the Fridge/Freezer for 30 minutes�
Condensation appears on the outside of the Fridge/Freezer
This may be due to a change in the room temperature� Wipe off any residue of moisture� If the
problem continues contact the local store where your purchase was made�
Gurgling, whooshing
These noises are caused by the circulation of the refrigerant liquid in the cooling system� It has
become more pronounced since the introduction of CFC free gases� This is not a fault and will not
affect the performance of your Fridge/Freezer�
Humming, purring or pulsating
This is the compressor motor working, as it pumps the refrigerant around the system�
• This product should be serviced by an authorized engineer and only genuine spare parts should
be used�
• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself�
• Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning�
Contact the local store where your purchase was made�
• When the appliance is not in use for long periods, disconnect from the electricity supply, empty
all foods and clean the appliance, leaving the door ajar to prevent unpleasant smells�
