Instruction for Use

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HOW TO DEFROST THE FREEZER
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The appliance should be defrosted when the thickness of ice on
the walls reaches 5-6 mm.
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Unplug the appliance from the mains.
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Remove the packs of food from the freezer and wrap them
close together in newspaper. Store in a very cool place or
thermally insulated bag.
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Leave the freezer lid open.
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Remove the internal defrost water drain plug.
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Remove the external defrost water drain plug and position it
as shown in figure (
A
).
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Place a bowl beneath the drainage channel to collect the
residual water. If available, use the divider (
B
).
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Speed up defrosting by using a spatula to detach the ice from
the freezer walls.
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Remove the ice from the bottom of the freezer.
 In order to avoid permanent damage to the freezer
interior, do not use pointed or sharp metal instruments
for removing the ice.
 Do not use abrasive products or heat up the interior
artificially.
 Dry the interior of the freezer compartment thoroughly.
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On completion of the defrosting, refit the plugs.
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Plug in the appliance again and switch on following the
instructions (see chapter Operating instructions).
To obtain the best results from your appliance, carry out
cleaning and maintenance at least once a year.
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Remove the ice from the upper edge.
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Clean the inside after defrosting, using a sponge dampened
with warm water and/or mild detergent.
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Clean the motor cooling grille (depending on model).
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Remove dust from the condenser on the rear of the appliance.
Note:
Before carrying out maintenance, unplug the appliance from
the mains.
Do not use abrasive products, scourers or stain-removers
(e.g. acetone, trichloroethylene) to clean the appliance.
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