Section 4. Maintenance
Befare any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out, DISCONNECT the
appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply.
4.1. Interna! Cleaning
Clean the interior and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to
0 . 5 litre of water).
abrasive powders, highly perfumed cleaning products, wax polishes or cleaning
products containing bleach or alcohol.
4.2. Externa! Cleaning
Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do NOT use abrasive products.
There may be sharp edges on the underside of the product, so care should be
taken when cleaning. Once or twice a year dust the rear of the appliance and the
compressor at the back of the appliance, with a brush or vacuum cleaner, as an
accumulation of dust will affect the performance of the appliance and cause
increased energy consumption.
4.3. Defrosting
The fridge compartment will not automatically defrost itself, you will need to defrost
it periodically. When ice build up exceeds 3-5mm, empty the contents and switch off
the appliance, leave the door open and allow the ice to melt. Place the frozen
foods items in a cool - bag or wrap them in thick newspaper. Do not use
sharp objects to scrape the ice away. Clean and dry the interior, close the
door and turn on the power to the appliance. When the power has been restored
the appliance will start to operate but it may take sorne time to achieve the pre - set
operating temperature.
4.4. When the appliance is not in use
When the appliance is not in use for long periods, remove the contents, disconnect
from the electricity supply and clean the appliance, leaving the door ajar until you
wish to use the appliance again.
4.5. Changing the Interior Light (Except Freezer compartment)
Switch off the power supply to the appliance.
Remove the plastic light cover.
Remove the lamp from the light unit.
Replace the lamp with a suitable replacement.
Refit the cover and switch the appliance back on.
Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Do not use detergents,
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