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Do not use any means other than
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those recommended by the manu-
facturer to speed up defrosting – for
example, any electric heating equip-
ment, knives, or devices with an open
fl ame such as a candle. The thermal
insulation and the interior are scratch
and heat-sensitive and can melt.
Preparation
• At least 3 hours before cleaning, turn the
temperature controller (11) to '6'.
This way, the frozen food gets a cold re-
serve and does not defrost as quickly.
Defrosting
If possible, defrost the appliance in
winter when the outside temperature
is low. You can then store the food on the
balcony (or similar) while defrosting.
Alternatively, you can wrap up the frozen food
in a thick layer of newspaper and store it in a
cool room or insulated bag.
1. Set the temperature controller (11) to
'OFF'.
2. Disconnect the mains plug from the
socket.
3. Remove the frozen food and ensure that
your food stays adequately cooled.
4. Remove the freezer baskets (3). Clean
them with warm, fresh water.
Care and maintenance
5. Unscrew the inner and outer stopper for
the condensate drain.
6. Place a bowl or cloth in front of the con-
densate drain to catch any emerging
water.
7. Place a bowl of hot, but not boiling, wa-
ter in the freezer. This will accelerate the
defrosting process.
8. Carefully scrape off any stubborn ice
with the ice scraper (d).
9. Leave the lid open during defrosting.
The defrosting time depends on the
thickness of the ice layer. Experience
dictates that it is possible to start clean-
ing after approx. 1 hour.
Cleaning
1. Wipe the interior with warm rinsing water.
When wiping clean, add a few drops of
vinegar to the water to prevent mould
from forming.
2. Only clean the door seal with clean water;
it is sensitive to oil and fat.
3. Rub everything completely dry, including
the door seal, and allow to air briefly.
4. Screw the stoppers for the condensate
drain back in.
5. Re-insert the freezer baskets and put
food back in the freezer compartment.
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