Defrosting
When the frost has reached a thickness of up to 4mm it can be removed using the ice scraper provided with the appliance. During this operation it is not necessary to disconnect the appliance from the mains and remove the food. Never use metal tools for this operation.
For complete defrosting (once or twice a year) proceed as follows:
-turn the thermostat control knob to the ÇOFFÈ position (■) or disconnect the appliance from the mains.
-Remove any food from inside the freezer , wrap it in several sheets of newspaper and store in a cool/dry place.
-Leave the door open and insert the ice scraper under the channel in the centre of the lower part of the appliance; place a
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-Clean and dry thoroughly.
-Replace the scraper in one of the drawers .
-Reconnect the appliance to the mains or reset the thermostat control knob to the normal operating position.
-After letting the appliance run for at least two hours in fast freeze mode, replace the previously removed food into the compartment.
Important
A temperature rise of the frozen food packs, during defrosting, may shorten their safe storage life.
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