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HOW TO DEFROST THE APPLIANCE
Defrost the appliance when the ice formation on
the walls reaches 3 mm.
Make sure that the water-collecting tray is empty
and properly positioned under the low
temperature compartment.
Semiautomatic defrosting (Fig. 1)
Push the button (A) in the center of the
thermostat knob and close the door. When
the ice on the walls has melted completely,
the button will return to its initial position and
the appliance will restart automatically.
Manual defrosting (Fig. 2)
Appliances without defrosting button:(Fig. 1)
Turn the thermostat knob to the defrosting
position.
When defrosting is complete, turn the knob
back to its initial position.
It is not necessary to empty the rest of the
appliance.
Do not use sharp or pointed metal
instruments to scrape off ice.
(Fig. 2)
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, 4. When not in use, leave the door of the
unplug the appliance from the mains or appliance open to prevent oxidation and the
disconnect the electrical power supply.formation of mould and unpleasant odours.
Clean the interior regularly with a sponge 5. Clean the appliance.
soaked in warm water and/or neutral detergent.
Do not use abrasive products.
Rinse the interior and dry thoroughly.
Clean the inside of the low temperature
compartment when defrosting.
Clean the outside with a damp cloth. Do not use
abrasive products, scourers, stain-removers
(e.g. acetone, trichloroethylene) nor vinegar.
Regularly clean air vents and the condenser at
the rear of the appliance with a vacuum cleaner
or a brush.
Prolonged disuse
1. Empty the refrigerator.
2. Unplug the appliance.
3. Defrost and clean the interior.
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