Care And Maintenance; Cleaning Your Freezer; Vacation Time - Avantgarde AFU050W Manuel D'utilisation

NOTES:
Defrosting usually takes a few hours. Leaving the door open will help speed the process. Also, pouring warm
water (not boiling) on the ice/frost will help speed melting. If you must use a scraper- please use caution - it is
very easy to damage the freezer compartment and void your warranty.
This compartment is designed for the long-term storage of frozen food. Storage time is up to three months.
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The storage life of frozen foods varies and the recommended storage time should not be exceeded.
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The instructions regarding the care of frozen foods should be followed when defrosting the freezer.
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Pre-packed commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen foods manufacturer's
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instructions for a three star frozen food storage compartment or home freezer.
Place frozen food into the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase. If there are instructions on the
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packet, carefully follow these instructions regarding storage times.
The freezer door is susceptible to breaking due to excessive ice build up. Be sure to defrost when the ice
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reaches 5 to 10 mm thick

4.CARE AND MAINTENANCE

CLEANING YOUR FREEZER

Upon installation of your new appliance, it is recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly.
1. Turn the temperature control to "OFF", unplug the freezer.
2. Use a clean sponge or soft and a mild detergent in warm water.
3. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly. Do not
use cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on
plastics and rubber parts. Never use paper towels, window sprays, scouring cleansers or
flammable fluids on plastic parts as these can scratch or damage material. Clean with a cloth
soaked in this solution and then dry with a soft cloth.
4. It is recommended that the unit be cleaned each time it is defrosted to help keep the unit odor free
and running efficiently.

VACATION TIME

Short vacations: Leave the freezer operating during vacations of less than three weeks.
Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all food and unplug the
power cord. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave the door
open slightly: blocking it open if necessary or have the door removed.
(1/4 to 1/2 inch thick).
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