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Before defrosting the appliance, unplug it or
switch off the power at the mains.
Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is
completely automatic. Droplets of water on
the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment
indicate that the periodic automatic defrost
cycle is in progress. The defrost water is
automatically routed to a drain outlet and
into a container from which it evaporates.
Clean the defrost water drain outlet regularly using
the tool supplied with the appliance in order to
ensure defrost water is removed correctly. (Fig. 1)
Defrosting the compartment
(if present)
Defrost the compartment once or twice a
year or when ice formation is excessive.
It is perfectly normal for ice to form. The amount
of ice which forms and the rate at which it
accumulates will vary depending on
ambient conditions and the frequency with which
the freezer door is opened. Ice formation is
concentrated at the top of the compartment and
does not affect the efficiency of the appliance.
If possible, defrost the freezer when it is nearly
empty.
• Remove the food from the freezer compartment
and group together in a cool place or in a cool
bag.
• Leave the door open to allow the frost to melt.
• Clean the interior of the freezer with a sponge
and warm water and/or neutral detergent. Do
not use abrasive substances.
• Rinse the interior and dry thoroughly.
• Put the food back into the freezer.
• Close the door.
Plug the appliance back in and switch on, following
the instructions in chapter "How to operate the
refrigerator compartment". The settings and
selections made prior to switching off will be
restored.
HOW TO DEFROST THE APPLIANCE
Fig. 1
