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DEFROSTING YOUR APPLIANCE

Defrosting of your refrigerator should take place whenever ice build-up inside the freezer compartment reaches 1/4" (6mm) thick.
Defrosting may take a few hours, depending on the amount of accumulated ice and ambient indoor temperature. To speed up the
defrosting process, remove all frozen foods from the freezer section. Leaving the door partially ajar for a short period of time will
also speed up the process.
Note: Never use sharp or pointed instruments to remove ice from the freezer compartment. The freezer compartment contains
refrigerated gas lines and if accidentally punched/pierced, will render the refrigerator inoperable and void the manufacturer's
warranty.
DO NOT ALLOW THE REFRIGERATOR TO CONTINUE OPERATION IF THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT IS PIERCED.
After defrosting is complete, set the control to maximum for 2 to 3 hours before returning to the desired position. When the refrig-
erator is not to be used for a long period of time, disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply and leave the door partially
open. This will help to reduce mold and mildew build-up.
Note: Wait 3 to 5 minutes before attempting to restart the refrigerator if operation has been interrupted.
STORING FRESH FOODS
Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed food, correct
temperature and taking into account hygienic precautions will
substantially influence the quality of the food stored.
Foods to be stored in the refrigerator should be properly
packed so as to prevent mixing various moisture degrees
and odors (in polyethylene bags or sheet, aluminum foil, wax
paper, or stored in covered containers or bottles).
Before storing food in the refrigerator, remove excessive
packaging (like yogurt in multi-package).
Pack systematically and make sure that foodstuffs do not
touch each other (various odors may mix). Assure adequate
air circulation around packages.
Never store flammable, volatile or explosive substances.
Beverages with high alcohol percentage shouldl be stored in
tightly sealed bottles in a vertical position.
Food should not touch the rear wall of the refrigerator.
Foods should be cooled down before storing.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Crispy and delicate foods should be stored in the coldest
parts of the refrigerator.
Try not to open the door too often.
Set the thermostat to a setting where lowest temperatures are
reached. Set the thermostat gradually so as to avoid freezing
of foods. Use a thermometer and measure the temperature in
the individual compartments. Place the thermostat in a glass
vessel filled with water. Temperature readings are most reli-
able a few hours after steady state conditions have been
reached.
Some organic solutions like volatile oils in lemon and orange
peel, acid in butter etc. can cause damage when in contact
with plastic surfaces or gaskets for long periods of time.
Unpleasant odors inside the refrigerator are a sign that some-
thing is wrong with the food or that your refrigerator needs
cleaning. Unpleasant odors can be eliminated or reduced by
washing the interior of the refrigerator with a mild solution of
water and vinegar. We also recommend using activated car-
bon filters to clean the air or to neutralize odors.
If you are planning a long journey, make sure to remove
perishable articles of food from the appliance before you
leave.
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