CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Before any cleaning or maintenance Prolonged disuse
operation, unplug the appliance from the
1. Empty the appliance.
mains or disconnect the electrical power
supply.2. Unplug the appliance.
? Clean the interior regularly with a sponge 3. Defrost and clean the interior.
soaked in warm water and/or neutral
detergent. Do not use abrasive products.4. When not in use, leave the door of the
appliance open to prevent oxidation and the
? Rinse the interior and dry it thoroughly.formation of mould and unpleasant odours.
? Clean the inside of the low temperature 5. Clean the appliance.
compartment when defrosting.
? Clean the outside with a damp cloth. Do not
use abrasive products, scourers, stain-
removers (e.g. acetone, trichloroethylene)
nor vinegar.
? Periodically clean air vents and the
condenser at the rear of the appliance with a
vacuum cleaner or a brush.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
1. The appliance is not working.4. The appliance is excessively noisy.
? No electrical power?? Has the appliance been installed correctly?
? Is the power cord in perfect conditio? n?Are the pipes at the back touching or
? Is the plug properly inserted in the mains vibrating?
socket?5. Water collects at bottom of refrigerator
? Has the fuse blown?compartment.
? Is the thermostat knob on position z (Stop) ? Is the thermostat setting correct?
or (defrosting)?6. The inside light is not working
? No electrical power?
2. Temperature inside the compartments is
not low enough.? If the electrical power is present, unplug the
? Is the door shut properly?appliance, remove the cover and check that
? Is there excessive frost build-up in the low the light bulb is properly screwed-in. If
necessary, replace the bulb (max 15 W).
temperature compartment?
Notes:
? Is the appliance installed next to a heat
source?? Gurgling and hissing noises due to
expansion in the refrigerant circuit are
? Is the thermostat setting correct?normal.
? Are the air circulation vents blocked?
3. Temperature inside the refrigerator
compartment is too low.
? Is the thermostat setting correct?
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