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Maintenance and CleaningBefore any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out DISCONNECT
the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply.
Internal Cleaning
0If the refrigerator only is to be cleaned, press the FAST CHILL/-FREEZE
button several hours in advance, in order to build up sufficient chill
reserve in the freezer compartment for the interruption in service. Do
not open the freezer compartment door.
0Defrost the freezer compartment (see section: "Defrosting").
0Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of
soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Rinse and dry thoroughly.
1 Warning!
• Do not use detergents, abrasive powders, highly perfumed cleaning
products, wax polishes or cleaning products containing bleach or
alcohol.
0Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure they are clean
and free from debris.
External Cleaning
0Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water.
1 Warning!
• Do not use abrasive products
• There are sharp edges on the underside of the product so care should
be taken when cleaning.
2 Accumulation of dust at the condenser increases energy consumption.
For this reason carefully clean the condenser at the back of the appli-
ance once a year with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner.