18
Before any cleaning or maintenance
operation, unplug the appliance from the
mains or disconnect the electrical power
supply.
• Clean the inside of the refrigerator
compartment periodically with a sponge
dampened in warm water and/or neutral
detergent. Rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do
not use abrasive products.
• The separators must not be washed in water
but simply cleaned with a damp sponge.
• Clean the inside of the freezer compartment
when defrosting.
• Clean the air vents and condenser at the rear of
the appliance regularly with a vacuum cleaner or
brush.
• Clean the outside with a damp cloth. Do not use
abrasive products, scourers, stain-removers (e.g.
thrichlorethylene acetone) or vinegar.
Prolonged disuse
1. Empty the refrigerator.
2. Disconnect the appliance from the mains power
supply.
3. Defrost and clean the interior.
4. In the event of prolonged disuse, leave the
appliance door open to prevent mould, odours
and oxidation from forming.
5. Clean the appliance.
• Clean the inside of the low temperature
compartment (where present) when
defrosting.
• Clean the inside of the refrigerator
compartment periodically with a sponge
dampened in warm water and/or neutral
detergent. Rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do
not use abrasive products.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE