Cleaning & Maintenance - Nostalgia Electrics CRF170COKE Manuel D'utilisation

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
To prolong the life of your refrigerator, please follow these simple instructions
for maintenance. This appliance should be maintained and cleaned frequently.
For your safety, pull plug from socket before cleaning. DO NOT use harsh,
abrasive cleaners, heavy-duty cleaners or solvents on any surface.
• Interior Maintenance
Clean the interior of the appliance with clean, soapy water.
Wipe dry with a non-abrasive cloth or towel.
• Outer Maintenance
Wipe outside of refrigerator with a dry, non-abrasive cloth or towel.
• Door Gasket
It is easy to damage the door gaskets with oil, sauce, etc. Be very careful when cleaning.
DEFROSTING
Heavy frost will effect the efficiency and performance of the refrigerator and can
create increased energy consumption. If the frost inside of the freezer gets as thick as
¼ inch, you must defrost the refrigerator. Follow these steps to defrost the freezer:
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator and freezer.
2. Uninstall the drawers and shelves.
3. Unplug the power supply cord.
4. Open the doors and wait for the appliance to thaw completely.
5. Clean up the water with dry towels. Replace all parts, plug
in and return thermostat dial to desired setting.
NOTE: DO NOT use any other equipment or method to force the defrost process. It may
ruin the cooling system. DO NOT use sharp instruments to scrape off the ice/frost.
DISCONNECTING THE APPLIANCE
After a power failure the refrigerator can keep food cool
for several hours if doors are kept shut.
If the power fails, do not put additional food into the refrigerator or open the doors.
If you plan to have your power shut off for an extended period of time, make
sure to remove all perishable food from the refrigerator or freezer first.
If you stop use of your refrigerator for an extended period
of time, unplug the appliance from the outlet.
Always wait at least five minutes after unplugging the
power supply cord before plugging it back in.
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