Make sure that water cannot get into
the On/Off and temperature selector
dial, the light or the ventilation gaps.
Do not let water get into the
condensate channel and drain hole
when cleaning.
Do not use steam cleaning
apparatus to defrost or clean the
appliance. Steam could reach
electrical components and cause a
short circuit.
The data plate located inside the
appliance must not be removed. It
contains information which is
required in the event of a service
call.
To avoid damaging the surface of
your appliance, do not use:
– cleaning agents containing soda,
ammonia, acids or chlorides,
–
cleaning agents containing
descaling agents,
–
abrasive cleaning agents, e.g.
powder cleaners and cream
cleaners,
–
solvent-based cleaning agents,
–
stainless steel cleaning agents,
–
dishwasher cleaner,
–
oven sprays,
–
glass cleaning agents,
–
hard, abrasive sponges and
brushes, e.g. pot scourers,
–
melamine eraser blocks,
–
sharp metal scrapers.
Before cleaning
^
Switch the appliance off.
^
Disconnect the appliance from the
mains.
^
Take any food out of the appliance
and store it in a cool place.
^
Defrost the freezer compartment
(depending on model).
^
Take out any removable parts, e.g.
shelves, for cleaning.
Cleaning the interior and
accessories
^ Clean the refrigerator section at least
once a month and the freezer
compartment (depending on model)
each time it is defrosted.
Remove soiling immediately to
prevent it from drying on.
Use lukewarm water with a little
washing-up liquid.
The following are dishwasher safe:
–
the butter dish, egg trays, ice cube
tray
(supplied as standard, depending on
model)
–
the shelves and bottle shelf in the
door
–
the butter and cheese compartment
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