Energy Saving Tips
- Install the Appliance Correctly
This means that the appliance should be installed away from heat sources or direct sunlight in a well ventilated room.
- Correct Temperature Settings
Set the refrigerator temperature knob to one of the middle settings. Very cold temperature settings will not only con- sume a great deal of energy but will neither improve nor lengthen the storage life of the food. Excessively cold tem- peratures may ruin vegetables, cold cuts and cheese.
- Keep the Door Closed
Open the refrigerator only when necessary; remember that every time you open the door most of the cold air will be lost. To bring the temperature back to the proper level, the motor must run for a considerable amount of time, con- suming a substantial amount of energy.
- Check the Seal on the Door
Keep the seal clean and soft so that it fits tightly against the door to ensure that no cold air is lost.
- Do Not Overfill Your Appliance
Remember that proper storage of food requires good air circulation. Overfilling your appliance will hamper proper air circulation and overwork the compressor.
-Never Put Food in the Refrigeror while Still Hot
A container of hot food in the refrigerator will increase the temperature significantly; allow food to cool to room tem- perature before storing.
Caring for Your Appliance
Before doing any cleaning, disconnect the appliance from the electricity (by pulling out the plug or turning off the general switch in your home).
Defrosting
WARNING: do not damage the refrigeration circuit. Do not use mechanical devices or other tools to speed up the defrosting process, unless they have been rec- ommended by the manufacturer.
Models without an Ice Unit
The evaporator defrosts automatically during operation; the defrost water drips into the drain, is collected in a special tray and then evaporates.
Clean the defrost water drain hole periodically (see fig. 1) to prevent water from collecting on the bottom of the refrig- erator instead of flowing out.
Models with an Ice Unit
It is advisable now and then to remove the frost which forms on the evaporator.
Take care to not use sharp objects for this purpose since they could pierce the refrigeration circuit and permanently damage the appliance.
Proper cleaning is very important in order to guarantee that the refrigerator operates efficiently and does not consume excess energy needlessly.
To defrost the evaporator completely, turn the thermostat knob to “
” (fig. 2). The water from the frost will collect in the special tray.
When finished, dry the tray and put it back in place. To start the appliance again, turn the thermostat knob to the appropriate setting.
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Cleaning and Maintenance
-Your appliance is manufactured with hygienic, odourless materials. To preserve these characteristics, always use sealed containers to store foods in order to prevent spills, stains and the formation of difficult to remove odours.
-Only use a water and bicarbonate solution to clean the applianc. Clean the internal and exterior of your appliance with a sponge soaked in a warm water and sodium bicarbo- nate solution, which is also a good disinfectant. If you do not have any sodium bicarbonate at home, use a neutral soap.
-What not to use: Do not use abrasive detergents, bleach or detergents containing ammonia. Never use solvent based products.
-All removable parts can be cleaned by soaking them in hot soapy water or detergent. Remember to dry them thoroughly before replacing them.
-Discontinued use of the appliance: If the appliance is not in use for any length of time, remember to clean the interior and dry thoroughly, leaving the door open to prevent the
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