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5. ROUTINE AND SCHEDULED SERVICING
The information in this section is intended for personnel
without special skills who are however trained; extraordinary
and/or scheduled servicing must be carried out by skilled
staff.
5.1 BASIC SAFETY REGULATIONS
Before doing any work on the appliance, always disconnect
it from the power supply socket:
1) Turn the master switch to OFF.
2) Remove the plug.
5.1.1 BAN ON REMOVAL OF GUARDS AND SAFETY
DEVICES
No guards/safety devices (grilles, stickers etc.) must be
removed for routine servicing.
5.1.2 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES IN CASE OF FIRE
In case of fire never use water. Obtain a CO
2
(carbon
dioxide) fire extinguisher and cool the motor compartment
as quickly as possible.
5.2 CLEANING THE APPLIANCE
Before any cleaning procedures, disconnect the appliance
from the power supply :
1) Turn the master switch to “OFF”,
2) Remove the plugs.
CLEANING AND FITTING THE ACCESSORIES
Before initial start-up:
Wash the inside of the appliance and the accessories with
a little water and neutral detergent to remove the odour
typical of new appliances. Rinse and/or remove residual
traces of soap with a little water, then fit the accessories
inside the appliance in the positions most convenient for
the intended use.
DAILY CLEANING
Clean the outside of the appliance thoroughly with a damp
cloth, working in the direction of the satin finishing.
Use neutral detergents. Never use chlorine-based and/or
abrasive substances.
Do not use utensils such as scouring pads or metal
scrapers which may cause scratches, leading to rust.
Rinse with clean water and dry thoroughly.
Clean the inside of the appliance to avoid the formation of
dirt residues, using non abrasive neutral detergents which
do not contain chlorine.
Use soap and water or neutral detergents, with the aid of a
wooden or plastic spatula if necessary, to remove any
hardened residues. After cleaning rinse with a little water
and dry thoroughly.
Never wash the appliance by pointing jets of water straight
at it, as water may reach the electrical components and
impair their operation.
The zones under and around the appliance must also be
cleaned every day, again using soap and water and not
toxic or chlorine-based detergents.
CLEANING AND GENERAL SERVICING
The cleaning and general servicing procedures must be
carried out to obtain constant high performance from the
appliance.
The refrigeration unit must be cleand by skilled staff.
Replace the condenser filter periodically (depending on the
environment in which the appliance is installed) as shown
in the enclosed diagram.
Clean the drain outlet periodically to prevent the hole from
becoming blocked. When cleaning, remove the plug and
position a basin (h
max
=100mm) underneath to connect
any liquids.
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO RECLOSE THE HOLE WITH THE
PLUG PROVIDED.
5.3 REGULAR CHECKS
- Check that the plug is fitted securely into the power supply
socket.
- Check that the appliance is not subject to the effects of a
heat source.
- Check that the appliance is perfectly level.
- Check that the door seal closes perfectly.
- Check that the drain outlet is not blocked.
- Check that the condensing battery is not obstructed with
dust; if so, call the after-sales service.
5.4 PRECAUTIONS IF THE APPLIANCE IS TO BE OUT
OF USE FOR LONG PERIODS.
If the appliance is to be out of use for a long period:
- Turn the mains switch to OFF.
- Remove the plug from the power supply socket.
- Empty the appliance and clean thoroughly (see section
on cleaning).
- Leave the doors of the cabinet ajar to allow air to circulate
and prevent the formation of mould and/or unpleasant
smells.
6. WASTE DISPOSAL AND DEMOLITION
6.1 STORING WASTE
Special waste may be stored provisionally pending disposal
by means of treatment and/or definitive storage. The
environmental protection laws in the user’s country must
always be complied with.
6.2 BASIC PROCEDURES FOR DISMANTLING THE
APPLIANCE
The legislation in force in the various countries varies; take
care to comply with the law in force in the countries where
demolition takes place.
In general, the cold storage appliance must be returned to
the dealer or to specialized centres for collection or disposal.
When dismantling the appliance, group the components
together on the basis of their chemical nature. Remember
that the compressor contains lubricating oil and refrigerating
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