Defrosting

The items stored and the humidity of the air gradually cause frost and ice to form in the freezer. A thin layer of frost or ice does not affect freezer performance, but the thicker the layer, the higher the energy consump- tion. Small amounts of loose frost can be removed using a plastic scraper.

Never use electrical apparatus or sharp im- plements as these may damage the inside of the appliance.

When the layer of frost and ice exceeds

4-5 mm the freezer should be completely defrosted. It is recommended that defrost- ing be performed when there are no or only a few items stored in the freezer.

Proceed as follows:

1.Press the Super Freeze button 4-5 hours before defrosting. This lowers the temperature of the items stored to ap- prox. –25 °C, thus prolonging the length of time they remain frozen after having been removed from the freezer (see step 3 below).

2.Disconnect the power supply.

3.Remove the items of food. Place them in a refrigerator or wrap them up to keep them as cold as possible.

4.Keep the freezer lid open.

5.Position the partition under the defrost water drain.

6.Place a bowl of hot (but not boiling) water in the freezer, close the lid and wait ap- prox. 30 minutes before removing loose frost with the plastic scraper.

7.To prevent water from damaging the floor during defrosting, it is advisable to check the defrost water tray from time to time and to cover the floor around the defrost water drain to protect against ice and

splashes. When all the frost and ice have melted, clean the inside of the cabinet using water with a mild, perfume-free de- tergent. Dry the freezer with a soft cloth.

8.Reconnect the power supply. If many items are to be returned to the freezer, activate the Super Freeze button.

9.Return items to the freezer approx. 5 minutes after having switched it on.

Remember to reinsert the stopper in the defrost water drain.

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