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1. A few hours before defrosting, set the temperature controller to 4 or
press the SUPERFROST button, if the model has one; in order to create
a refrigeration reserve in the frozen food.
2. Remove frozen food, wrap it in several layers of newspaper and store
it, covered, in a cool place.
3. Switch off the appliance and unplug it, or disconnect from the elec-
tricity supply.
4. Remove the stopper from the meltwa-
ter outlet and place a bowl under-
neath it to catch the meltwater.
Attention! After defrosting, replace
the plug in the condensation water
drain.
Tip: You can speed up the defrosting
process by placing a pan with warm
water in the freezer compartment and
closing the doors. Remove pieces of
ice that have fallen before they com-
pletely defrost.
5. After defrosting, thoroughly clean the freezer compartment ( see
"Cleaning and Care" section). Replace the stopper in the melt-water
outlet.
6. Put the food inside and put the unit back into operation.
Cleaning and Care
For hygienic reasons the appliance interior, including interior acces-
sories, should be cleaned regularly.
Warning!
• The appliance must not be connected to the mains during cleaning.
Danger of electrical shock. Before cleaning switch the appliance off
and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or disconnect
from the electricity supply.
• Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture could
accumulate in electrical components and there is a danger of an
electrical shock. Hot vapours can lead to the damage of plastic parts.
• The appliance must be dry before it is placed back into service.