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care & maintenance 33
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
You should clean the refrigerator interior regularly. It will
be easiest to clean when the food supply is low. Wash
the interior with a soft cloth and use an unscented mild
soap with lukewarm water. Thoroughly dry all surfaces
and removable parts. Avoid getting water on refrigerator
controls. If you have taken out any removable parts,
replace them and switch the power on before restocking
the refrigerator with food. You should keep the interior
of your refrigerator hygienic by promptly and thoroughly
wiping up any food spills.
Keep door seals clean
Take care to keep door seals clean. Sticky food and drink
can cause seals to stick to the cabinet and tear when you
open the door. Wash the seal with a mild detergent and
warmwater.Rinsethoroughlywithcleanwateranddr y.
CAUTION
Never use hot water, solvents, commercial kitchen cleaners,
aerosol cleaners, metal polishes, caustic or abrasive cleaners,
or scourers to clean your refrigerator. Many commercially
available cleaning products and detergents contain solvents
that will damage your refrigerator. Use only a soft cloth with
an unscented mild soap and lukewarm water.
If your refrigerator has telescopic extension slides, simply wipe
them with a damp cloth to clean them and never immerse
them in water.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION (ELECTRICITY COSTS)
The following guide will help you reduce the running cost
of your new refrigerator. This will save you money and help
conserve our valuable energy resources.
• Ifyoukeepyouroldrefrigerator,savepowerby
switching it off when not in use.
• Donotsetyourfreezertemperaturetoolow.After24hours,
ice cream should be firm but able to be scooped out
with a spoon without bending the handle. If ice cream
is firmer than this (or too soft), adjust the freezer
temperature controls.
• Ensurethattherefrigeratordoorssealproperlyasyou
close them.
• Beforeyouopentherefrigeratordoors,decidewhat
you want to put in or take out. This will minimize the
time you have the doors open.
• Itisbesttohavetherefrigeratorinaplacethatisout
of direct sunlight and away from heating appliances
of any kind. For example, do not place the refrigerator
next to a cooker, stove or dishwasher.
• Allowhotfoodstocooltoroomtemperaturebeforeyou
put them in your freezer.
• Thawfrozenfoodintherefrigeratorsection.
• Ifyoukeepthefreezercompartmentfilledtocapacity,
your food mass will help maintain the freezer
temperature when you open the door.
• Donotblockairvents.Doingsomaycausethe
refrigerator to run longer and use more energy.
SWITCHING OFF YOUR REFRIGERATOR
If you switch your refrigerator off for an extended period,
follow these steps to reduce the chances of mould:
1. Take all the food out of the refrigerator and
freezer compartments.
2. Switch off the refrigerator and remove
the electric cord from the power point.
3. Clean the inside.
4. Leavethedoorsopen.Thispreventsbacteriafrom
growing and causing smells in the refrigerator.
POWER FAILURE
If there is a power failure in your area, keep the door to the
freezer closed. Most foods in your freezer will stay frozen
for 24 hours.
SAFETY
It is important to use your appliance safely. This means you
need to supervise young children and infirm persons when
they use it. You need to make sure that young children do
not play with the appliance. Follow the tips below.
ALWAYS DO THIS
Check the power point is properly earthed – if you are not
sure get an electrician to check it.
Switch off and unplug the refrigerator at the power point
before you clean or move it.
If the power supply cord is damaged, have it replaced
by the manufacturer, service agent or similarly qualified
person.
NEVER DO THIS
Never let children play with the refrigerator.
Never store spray cans, explosive fluids or flammable
liquids in the refrigerator.
Never store fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment.
Never lick icy foods when they first come out of the freezer.
This can burn your lips and mouth.
Never try to repair the refrigerator yourself.
Never use electric heaters, dryers or other mechanical
devices to defrost the freezer because you can receive an
electric shock.
Never use electrical appliances inside the food storage areas.
This appliance contains insulation formed with flammable
blowinggasesandflammableR600arefrigerant.For
safety reasons, take care when you dispose of it.
Do not damage the appliance circuit.
WARNING
When you dispose of your old refrigerator or freezer remove
any doors. Children can suffocate if they get trapped inside.
CLEANING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
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