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HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug
the appliance from the mains or disconnect the
electrical power supply.
Defrost the freezer once or twice a year, or when the
formation of ice on the refrigeration grilles is excessive.
It is perfectly normal for ice to form on the grilles. The
amount of ice which forms and the rate at which it
accumulates will depends on room temperature and
humidity, and on the frequency with which the door is
opened.
If possible, defrost the freezer when it is nearly empty.
Remove the food from the freezer, wrap in a newspaper
and group together in a cool place or in a portable cooler.
Leave the freezer door open to allow the frost to melt.
Remove the water which collects at the bottom (basin).
Clean the interior of the freezer with a sponge and warm
water and/or neutral detergent. Do not use abrasive
substances.
Rinse the interior and dry thoroughly.
Put the food back into the freezer.
Close the freezer door.
Reinsert the power plug.
Switch on the freezer.
Note: for electronic models, first insert the power plug
into the mains socket, then turn the thermostat knob
to the chosen position, and lastly switch on the
appliance.
Periodically clean the condenser at the rear of the appliance
with a vacuum cleaner or brush.
Prolonged disuse
Empty the freezer.
Disconnect the freezer from the mains power supply.
Defrost and clean.
Leave the door open to prevent formation of
unpleasant odours and to eliminate any dampness.
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