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Cleaning the appliance
WARNING
WARNING
Before cleaning: Turn appliance off at the power point,
then remove power cord from socket. This will make sure
there is no chance of getting an electric shock.
• Doors – stainless steel
This stainless steel has a special advanced protective
coating that eases the removal of marks such as
finger prints and water spots. To keep your stainless
steel appliance looking at its best, you should clean
it regularly. You should only clean the stainless steel
doors with luke-warm soapy water and a soft cloth,
rinsing with clean water and then wipe the surface
with clean water and a soft clean cloth to remove
soap residue.
• Doors - cabinet & painted doors
An occasional wipe over with a clean, damp cloth will
help remove finger marks. You should only clean the
doors with lukewarm, soapy water and a soft cloth.
Rinse with clean water and then wipe the surface
with a soft, clean cloth to remove any soapy residue.
NOTE: Only wash plastic parts or decorative trim with
warm (not hot) water using an unscented detergent.
WARNING
CAUTION
Do not use stainless steel cleaners, abrasive pads or
other cleaners as they are likely to scratch the surface.
Damage to this product after delivery is not covered by
your warranty.
• Interior
You should clean the appliance 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 appliance controls. If you have
taken out any removable parts, replace them and
switch the power on before re-stocking the appliance
with food. Naturally, you should keep the interior of
your appliance hygienic by promptly and thoroughly
wiping up any food spills.
Do not use a steam cleaner. If live components come
into contact with condensing steam, they may short-
circuit or cause an electric shock.
• Door seals
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 seal with a mild
detergent and warm water. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
WARNING
CAUTION
Never use hot water, solvents, commercial kitchen
cleaners, aerosol cleaners, metal polishes, caustic or
abrasive cleaners, or scourers to clean this appliance,
as they will damage it. Many commercially available
cleaning products and detergents contain solvents
that will damage your freezer. When cleaning,
use only a soft cloth with an unscented mild soap
and lukewarm water.
Switching off your appliance
If the appliance needs to be switched off for an extended
period, the following steps should be taken prevent mould
in the appliance.
1. Remove all food.
2. Remove the power plug from the mains socket.
3. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
4. Ensure that all the doors are wedged open slightly
to allow air to circulate.
Defrosting your appliance
Although this appliance automatically defrosts, a layer
of frost may occur on the freezer compartment’s interior
walls if the freezer door is opened frequently or kept open
too long. If the frost is too thick, choose a time when the
supply of food stocks are low and proceed as follows:
1 . Remove existing food and accessories baskets,
unplug the appliance from the mains power and
appliance from the mains power and leave the doors
open. Ventilate the room thoroughly to accelerate the
thawing process.
2. When defrosting is completed, clean your freezer as
described above.
WARNING
CAUTION
Don’t use sharp objects to remove frost from the freezer
compartment. Only after the interior is completely dry
should the appliance be switched back on and plugged
back into the mains socket.
13CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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