Miele F 31202 Ui Operating And Installation Instructions page 31

To defrost
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The longer the food is left out at
room temperature, the faster it de-
frosts.
Carry out the defrosting procedure
as quickly as possible.
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Steam from a steam cleaning ap-
pliance could reach the electrical
components and cause a short cir-
cuit.
Do not use a steam cleaning appli-
ance to defrost the appliance.
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Do not place electric heaters or
candles in the appliance to defrost it.
These can damage the plastic parts.
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Do not use defrosting sprays or
de-icers. These could contain sub-
stances which could damage the
plastic parts or which might cause a
build-up of explosive gases and
pose a danger to health.
 Switch the appliance off.
The display goes out and cooling is
switched off. If this does not happen,
the lock is still activated (see "Selecting
further settings - To deactivate the
lock").
 Disconnect it from the mains.
 Leave the freezer door open.
To speed up defrosting, two bowls of
hot water (not boiling), with plates un-
derneath them, can be placed in the
freezer. Closing the door in this instance
will help retain the warmth and speed
up the defrosting process.
 Remove any loose pieces of ice.
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Ensure that water does not get
into the surrounding cabinetry.
 Use a sponge or towel to soak up the
defrosted water as often as neces-
sary.
Defrosting
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