Part 7: Cleaning And Care; Defrosting; Taking The Appliance Out Of Service - Philco PTL 131 D Owner's Manual

PART 7: CLEANING AND CARE

Cleaning and care
For hygienic reasons, the appliance interior, including interior accessories, should be cleaned regularly.
The appliance should be cleaned and maintained at least every two months.
WARNING!
Danger of electrical shock!
• The appliance should not be connected to the main power supply during cleaning. Before cleaning, switch
the appliance off and remove the plug from the main power supply, switch off, or shut off the circuit
breaker of fuse.
Notice!
• Remove the food from the appliance before cleaning. Store them in a cool place and keep well covered.
• Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture could accumulate in electrical components.
• Hot vapors can lead to the damage of plastic parts.
• Ethereal oils and organic solvents can attack plastic parts, e.g. lemon juice or the juice from an orange peel,
butyric acid, or cleansers that contain acetic acid.
• Do not use any abrasive cleansers.
• Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and lukewarm water. Commercially available
dish washing detergents may also be used.
• After cleaning, wipe with fresh water and a clean dish cloth.
• Accumulation of dust at the condenser increases energy consumption; clean the condenser at the back of
the appliance once a year with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner.(Only for the outside-condenser product)
• Check the water drain hole on the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment.
• Clear a blocked drain hole with the aid of something like soft green peg, an be careful not to create any
damage to the cabinet by sharp objects.
After everything is dry, the appliance back into service.

Defrosting

Defrosting in the fresh food storage compartment
• Water from the defrosting option will automatically be drained into a drip tray through a drain pipe at the
back of the appliance.

Taking the appliance out of service

• Empty the appliance
• Pull out the power plug
• Clean thoroughly (see section: Cleaning and Care).
• Leave the door open to prevent odours.
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