Electrolux RI17RE1FU, 727027 manual Cleaning the Cabinet Accessories, 1PERIODICCLEANINGOFCONDENSER

D.1 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

Routine maintenance tasks can be performed by non-special- ised personnel. When performing maintenance please follow the instructions closely, keeping safe at all times. The manu- facturer declines any responsibility for injury sustained from unsafe acts.

ATTENTION:

do not touch the appliance if hands and/or feet are wet. Before performing any cleaning or maintenance disconnect the appliance from the electrical source and carefully unplug the appliance. ItisDANGEROUSANDUNADVISEABLE toremove the safety guards, AND IS NOT REQUIRED for routine maintenance. Wear protective gloves. Do not use scissors, screwdrivers and sharp objects on the cooling circuit.

D.1.1 CLEANING THE CABINET AND

ACCESSORIES

Before using the unit, clean all the internal parts and accessories with warm water and either neutral soap or products that are over 90% biodegradable (in order to reduce the emission of pol- lutants into the environment),

then rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use sol- vent-based detergents (e.g. trichloro-ethylene) or abrasive powders for cleaning. Coat the metal panels with protective vaseline oil. The trolleys must be cleaned with high pressure water jets. It is advisable to clean the chamber every week; increasing this frequency according to appliance use.

D.1.2 PRECAUTIONS IN THE EVENT OF PROLONGED DISUSE If the appliance is not going to be used for a long period, take the following precautions:

•switch the appliance off using the ON/OFF button;

•disconnect the circuit-breaker installed upline of the appli- ance;

•remove all food from the chamber and clean the interior and the accessories;

•leave the door ajar so that air can circulate inside the cham- ber, preventing the formation of unpleasant odors and mold;

•rub all the stainless steel surfaces vigorously with a cloth slightly dampened with vaseline oil, so as to cover them with a protective film;

•make sure that the premises is aired regularly.

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D.2 MAINTENANCE TO BE PERFORMED BY TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY

Non-routine maintenance tasks must be performed by an

AUTHORIZEDSERVICEAGENT.

USE APPROPRIATE SAFETY GEAR

(GLOVESANDMASK)WHENCARRYING OUTANY MAINTENANCEOPERATION.

ATTENTION:

do not touch the appliance if hands and/or feet are wet. Before performing any cleaning or maintenance disconnect the appliance from the electrical source and carefully unplug the appliance. Do not remove safety guards. Wear protective gloves when cleaning the condenser. Do not use scissors, screwdrivers and sharp objects on the cooling circuit.

D.2.1PERIODICCLEANINGOFCONDENSER

Periodic cleaning of the condenser unit depends on the fre- quency of use of the appliance. The condenser must be cleaned periodically to ensure the efficient operation of the appliance and its continued high performance over time. It is

DANGEROUS AND UNADVISEABLE to remove the safety guards. It is advisable to thoroughly clean the condenser slits of the refrigerating unit at least once a month in a dusty envi- ronment or once every three months in a closed and clean environment. The condenser can be cleaned with a brush, provided the bristles are not made of steel or a material that can compromise good operation, or a vacuum cleaner to re- move the dirt. Take maximum care not to bend the condenser fins, as this would cause a reduction in the heat exchange. Do not use pointed objects, as they may damage the condenser.

ATTENTION: the condenser is installed on the top of the appliance. Do not clean the appliance with jets of water.

D.2.2 REPLACING THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE

To replace the power supply cable proceed as follows:

•disconnect from the power supply;

•remove the electrical wiring protective cover;

•replace the power supply cable;

•refit the protective cover;

•reconnect to the power supply.

NOTE: if the power supply cable has to be replaced, the ground connection wire must be kept longer than the live and neutral wires.