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1.Switch off the appliance.

2.Remove any stored food, wrap it in several layers of newspaper and put it in a cool place.

3.Open the door.

4.When defrosting is completed, dry the interior thoroughly.

5.Switch on the appliance.

6.Set the temperature regulator to obtain the maximum coldness and run the appli- ance for two or three hours using this setting.

7.Reload the previously removed food into the compartment.

WARNING!

Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off frost from the evaporator as you could damage it. Do not use a mechanical device or any artificial means to speed up the thawing proc- ess other than those recommended by the manufacturer. A temperature rise of the fro- zen food packs, during defrosting, may shorten their safe storage life.

Periods of non-operation

When the appliance is not in use for long periods, take the following precautions:

disconnect the appliance from electricity supply

remove all food

defrost 4)and clean the appliance and all accessories

leave the door/doors ajar to prevent unpleasant smells.

If the cabinet will be kept on, ask somebody to check it once in a while to prevent the food inside from spoiling in case of a power failure.

WHAT TO DO IF…

WARNING!

Before troubleshooting, disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.

Only a qualified electrician or competent person must do the troubleshooting that is not in this manual.

There are some sounds during normal use (compressor, refrigerant circulation).

Problem

The appliance does not op- erate. The lamp does not operate.

Possible cause

The appliance is switched off.

The mains plug is not connec- ted to the mains socket correct- ly.

Solution

Switch on the appliance.

Connect the mains plug to the mains socket correctly.

4) If foreseen.

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Electrolux SKS61240S0, SKS31240S0 user manual What to do IF…, Periods of non-operation