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Defrosting the freezer
Do not use heaters or defrosting sprays in this appliance.
Never use any metallic or sharp objects such as knives or forks to
remove the ice as this could damage the lining.
The freezer compartment should be defrosted regularly to ensure the
most efficient running of the freezer.
Once the ice is more than 5mm thick, the freezer should be defrosted.
• 24 hours before defrosting the freezer, turn the thermostat dial to
setting 5 or switch on the super freeze function to ensure the frozen
food is fully frozen.
• Before switching off the freezer, wrap the the frozen food in sheets
of paper and store it in a cool place.
• Switch the appliance off at the thermostat dial and the mains and
then remove the freezer drawers.
• To speed up the defrosting process, place a bowl of warm water in
the base of the freezer compartment.
• The freezer should be cleaned using a solution of bicarbonate
of soda and lukewarm water. Do not use abrasive products or
detergents. After washing, rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Clean the drawers separately by hand with a mild solution of
washing up liquid and water. Do not put them in the dishwasher.
• Once cleaning is complete, reconnect the power.
