month. However, this time period can vary. Therefore, the directions on the packaging must be
observed.
FREEZING ICE CUBES
To freeze ice cubes fill the dish with water and place it on the bottom of the freezer compartment. To
accelerate the process turn the regulator up to the highest mark. However, do not forget to turn it back
again afterwards.
DEFROSTING
When operating normally, the cooling ribs in the normal compartment defrost automatically. In the
case of increased air humidity, frost may form on the cooling ribs. Should the frost layer attain a
thickness of approximately 3 mm, the refrigerator must be defrosted to avoid impairing the
performance level. Even if this is not the case, the (
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) freezer compartment must be defrosted on a
regular basis following heavy ice formation. This is carried out as follows:
Set the thermostat at ‚0', disconnect at the mains, remove food and ice dish and leave the doors
open. Do not expose the refrigerator to external heat and do not attempt to scratch away the frost
with sharp objects.
The drained water runs in a groove and from there continues along a pipe through the refrigerator's
rear panel and into a collection container on the cooling unit, where the water evaporates by itself.
Should the frost layer become very thick, there is a danger of the collection basin overflowing. In
this case the water should be absorbed by a cloth placed under the ribs. The water in the freezer
compartment should also be absorbed by a cloth.
Following defrosting, the refrigerator should be wiped dry with a cloth, reconnected and the food
returned. However, you should wait until the following day before freezing ice cubes.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Set the thermostat at ‚0' and disconnect at the mains. Defrost the refrigerator as detailed above.
Remove loose parts (shelves, supports, etc.), rinse and dry. Dampen a cloth with lukewarm water (and
possibly add a mild cleaning agent) and wipe out the refrigerator from inside. Then dry off with a soft
cloth. Wipe the doors' PVC seals with a damp cloth and rub them with talcum powder from time to
time. Never use scouring agents, harsh cleaning agents, heavily perfumed products, wax or similar
items. Occasionly remove the dust from the cooling unit at the rear of the refrigerator, especially from
the pipe coils and from between the ribs. Always ensure that the refrigerator is disconnected at
the mains before carrying out this routine maintenance.
PUTTING OUT OF SERVICE
Should the refrigerator not be in use for some time, it should be disconnected. Set the thermostat at
‚0' and disconnect at the mains.
Empty, defrost and clean the refrigerator as detailed above. Leave the refrigerator and deep freezer
doors slighty ajar.
HOW TO PROCEED IN THE CASE OF MALFUNCTIONS
Before contacting customer service, examine the refrigerator to ascertain whether:
1) the instructions in the paragraph entitled CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR have been
observed
2) the refrigerator is positioned on a level surface
3) the voltage connection is the required 230 V
4) the fuse is not defective.
Should the refrigerator not be cooling sufficiently, it may be because:
the cooling unit is insufficiently ventilated, owing to the air inlet or ventilation aperture (mesh in the
table top) being completely or partly covered
the evaporator is covered with ice
the thermostat setting is incorrect
too much (warm) food has been stored in the refrigerator over a short period of time
the door seal is not in its correct position, or the door is not properly closed.
Should the refrigerator still not function correctly, contact customer service. Please refer to the
paragraph entitled CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS.
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