Cleaning The Appliance - Smeg Fridge-freezer Instructions For Use Manual

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Cleaning the appliance

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• Clean the freezer when the frost layer in the freezer reaches
thickness of around 3-5 mm.
• 24 hours before defrosting activate the fast freeze function
(see relevant control chapter depending upon the model of the
appliance – fast freezing) for continuous operation in order to
additionally freeze the food inside. After that period take the food
out of the freezer and protect them from excessive thawing.
• Switch the appliance off (see the relevant control chapter for
ON/OFF function) and pull the power cord from the wall socket.
• Place a convenient absorbent cloth underneath to collect the
defrost water and change it periodically.
• Never use powered appliances to defrost the freezer (hair
dryer, etc.) - LIFE THREATENING!
• Avoid using defrosting sprays, as they may cause damage to
the plastic parts and may be hazardous to health.
• Clean the interior of the appliance and wipe it dry (see chapter
Cleaning).
• Before reloading food into the freezer switch the appliance on.
• Defrosting the NO FROST freezer model is completely
automatic. Periodical appearance of frost deposits disappear
after certain period of time.
Prior any cleaning attempt disconnect the appliance from the
mains (see the control chapter for ON/OFF function), and pull the
power cord from the mains wall outlet.
Special antibacterial protection in top layer of inner walls
prevents multiplication of bacteria and maintains the interior
clean and germ free.
Make sure to remove traces of any cleansing agents you had
been using.
• Clean the exterior of the appliance with water and liquid detergent.
• Do not use abrasive or aggressive agents (such as stainless
steel cleansers) for cleaning of plastic and coated surfaces as
you can damage them.
• Clean coated and/or aluminum surfaces with soft cloth and
alcohol based cleansing agent (for example glass cleaners).
• Wash the interior of the appliance with liquid detergent and
lukewarm water, mixed with a little vinegar.
• Containers, shelves, and drawers with a decorative profi le (metallic
appearance) are not dishwasher safe! They can only be cleaned
with a dissolved liquid detergent and a soft cloth. Do not rub them!