12
Cleaning
Defrosting
Frost may build up in the freezer compartment after it has been used for a period of time. Scrape away the frost
using the ice scraper.
We recommend that defrosting should be carried out when the frost layer builds up to 10 mm. Choose a time
when the stock of frozen food is low, follow these procedures:
1. Take out the food, turn the unit o at the mains supply, unplug the unit and leave the door open. Ideally,
the frozen food should be put into another freezer. If this is not possible, wrap the food in several sheets of
newspaper or large towels and then a thick rug or blanket to keep it cool.
2. To remove melted frost from the drain hole, place a suitable container under it. Remove the drain cap on the
front of the unit. Reach down into the freezer and unscrew the drain plug.
3. Scrape away the frost using the plastic scraper. Defrosting the remaining frost can be sped up by placing a
bowl of hot water inside the freezer compartment and closing the door. As the solid frost loosens, scrape it
away with the plastic scraper and remove.
4. After all the water has drained away, replace the drain plug and then the drain cap.
5. When defrosting is complete, clean your unit’s interior and exterior.
6. When the compartment is completely clean and dry, close the door, switch on the freezer again and turn the
thermostat control dial to position MAX.
7. Leave the unit to cool down for an hour, and then you can start placing frozen food inside the unit.
Remember to turn the thermostat control dial to position MID after 4 hours.
Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit
• Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda and then rinse with warm water using a
sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry.
• Use a damp cloth to clean the exterior, and then wipe with a standard furniture polish. Make sure that the
door is closed to avoid the polish getting on the magnetic door seal or inside the unit.
• The grille of the condenser at the back of the freezer and the adjacent components can be vacuumed using a
soft brush attachment.
Do not use a metal or sharp instrument to scrape away the frost, nor should you use
any electrical appliances to aid defrosting.
Do not use harsh cleaners, scouring pads or solvents to clean any part of the freezer.
L142CFW17_IB_RC_190522_grace.indd 12 22/5/2019 11:04 AM
To Next Page
Loading...
Need help?
General
