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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
For built-in appliances
Periodically clean air vents with a vacuum
cleaner or a brush fi(segure Ae ).
Clean the outside using a soft cloth.
Freestanding appliances
Periodically clean the condenser at the rear
of the appliance with a vacuum cleaner or a
brush (seefi gure B).
Prolonged disuse
1. Empty the refrigerator and freezer
A
compartments.
2. Disconnect the appliance from the mains
power supply.
3. Defrost the freezer compartment, and clean
and dry both compartments.
4. Leave the doors open to prevent formation of
unpleasant odours.
B
.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
1. The appliance is not working.5. The inside light is not working.
Is there a power failure?Perform the checks for problem 1, then:
Is the plug properly inserted in the maDiscins onnect the appliance from the mains
socket?power supply. To inspect the bulb, refer to
Is the double-pole switch on?the instructions and illustration on the
attached table.
Has the fuse blown?
Check the bulb and, if necessary, replace it
Is the power cord in perfect condition?
with one of the same type.
Is the thermostat set to (Stop)?
Replace using maximum 15W bulb.
2. Temperature inside the compartments is
6. Excessive frost build-up in the freezer
not low enough.
compartment.
Is the door shut properly?
Is the door shut properly?
Is the appliance installed near a heat
Is food obstructing proper door closure?
source?
Is the thermostat setting correct?Notes:
Are the air circulation grilles blockeThe front edge of d?the appliance may be
3. Temperature inside the refrigerator hot. This prevents the formation of
compartment is too low.condensation and is not a defect.
Is the thermostat setting correct? Gurgling and hissing noises due to
expansion in the refrigerant circuit are
4. Water collects at the bottom of the
normal.
refrigerator compartment.
Is the defrost water drain blocked?
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