Defrosting; Freezer Compartment - Siemens Fridge-freezer Operating Instructions Manual

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Defrosting

Refrigerator
The refrigerator defrosts automatically. The
thaw-water collects in the discharge gutter
(figure k/7) and is then conducted to the
refrigerating unit to evaporate. Ensure that
the discharge gutter and the discharge outlet
(figure k/19) are clean al all times, so that
water may drain unhindered.

Freezer compartment

For safety reasons, the freezer compartment
(Figure a/A) does not defrost automatically,
since the products stored in this area, are not
supposed to accidentally thaw out. Intensive
frost and ice build-up adversely influence the
cold transmission to the frozen products and
cause the rate of energy consumption to
increase.
Scrape off frost build-ups
To remove frost build-ups you may use the
standard frost scrapers available at most
local dealers and large supermarkets. Ensure
that the freezer compartment is not damaged
when frost is scraped. Never use sharp or
pointed items or metal utensils to remove frost.
Allow ice coats to thaw out
If a thick ice coat has built up inside the
freezer compartment, it should be allowed to
thaw out.
If there are still frozen products in the freezer,
switch on the freezer switch (Fig. d/22)
about 4 hours before defrosting so that the
food is once again deep frozen.
Observe the following procedure:
• Remove frozen products, wrap up well in
newspaper and store in a cool place.
• Turn the temperature selector (Figure a/3)
to setting "O" or unplug. Do not allow
thaw water to run into the temperature
selector.
• Leave door open and wipe-up thaw water
with a cloth or sponge.
• Rub freezer compartment dry, switch
appliance on once more and reinsert
frozen products.
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Defrosting advice
To speed up defrosting, it is best to place a
saucepan with hot water on one of the
freezer grids.
Under no circumstances should an
electric heater, a petroleum lamp or
candles be used to defrost the freezer.
Caution when using defrosting sprays as
these may form explosive gases or else
contain solvents or propellants which can
damage the plastic fittings inside the
appliance. They can also be a potential
hazard to your health or cause corrosion.
Never scrape off ice or frost with any
sharp metal objects as this can damage
the surface of the freezer grids which will
then rust. If any pipework is pierced,
refrigerant spurting out may cause eye
injuries or else it may ignite.
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