Smeg CH300 Freezer User Manual


 
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The items stored and the humidity of the air
gradually cause frost and ice to form in the
freezer. A thin layer of frost or ice does not
affect freezer performance, but the thicker
the layer, the higher the energy consump-
tion. Small amounts of loose frost can be
removed using a plastic scraper.
Never use electrical apparatus or sharp im-
plements as these may damage the inside
of the appliance.
When the layer of frost and ice exceeds
4-5 mm the freezer should be completely
defrosted. It is recommended that defrost-
ing be performed when there are no or only
a few items stored in the freezer.
Proceed as follows:
1. Press the Super Freeze button 4-5
hours before defrosting. This lowers the
temperature of the items stored to ap-
prox. –25 °C, thus prolonging the length
of time they remain frozen after having
been removed from the freezer (see step
3 below).
2. Disconnect the power supply.
3. Remove the items of food. Place them
in a refrigerator or wrap them up to keep
them as cold as possible.
4. Keep the freezer lid open.
5. Position the partition under the defrost
water drain.
6. Place a bowl of hot (but not boiling) water
in the freezer, close the lid and wait ap-
prox. 30 minutes before removing loose
frost with the plastic scraper.
7. To prevent water from damaging the oor
during defrosting, it is advisable to check
the defrost water tray from time to time
and to cover the oor around the defrost
water drain to protect against ice and
Defrosting
splashes. When all the frost and ice have
melted, clean the inside of the cabinet
using water with a mild, perfume-free de-
tergent. Dry the freezer with a soft cloth.
8. Reconnect the power supply. If many
items are to be returned to the freezer,
activate the Super Freeze button.
9. Return items to the freezer approx. 5
minutes after having switched it on.
Remember to reinsert the stopper in the
defrost water drain.
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