Smeg CH300 - Manual (Page 9)

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The items stored and the humidity of the air
gradually cause frost and ice to form in the
freezer. A thin layer of frost or ice does not
affect freezer performance, but the thicker
the layer, the higher the energy consump-
tion. Small amounts of loose frost can be
removed using a plastic scraper.
Never use electrical apparatus or sharp im-
plements as these may damage the inside
of the appliance.
When the layer of frost and ice exceeds
4-5 mm the freezer should be completely
defrosted. It is recommended that defrost-
ing be performed when there are no or only
a few items stored in the freezer.
Proceed as follows:
1. Press the Super Freeze button 4-5
hours before defrosting. This lowers the
temperature of the items stored to ap-
prox. –25 °C, thus prolonging the length
of time they remain frozen after having
been removed from the freezer (see step
3 below).
2. Disconnect the power supply.
3. Remove the items of food. Place them
in a refrigerator or wrap them up to keep
them as cold as possible.
4. Keep the freezer lid open.
5. Position the partition under the defrost
water drain.
6. Place a bowl of hot (but not boiling) water
in the freezer, close the lid and wait ap-
prox. 30 minutes before removing loose
frost with the plastic scraper.
7. To prevent water from damaging the floor
during defrosting, it is advisable to check
the defrost water tray from time to time
and to cover the floor around the defrost
water drain to protect against ice and
Defrosting
splashes. When all the frost and ice have
melted, clean the inside of the cabinet
using water with a mild, perfume-free de-
tergent. Dry the freezer with a soft cloth.
8. Reconnect the power supply. If many
items are to be returned to the freezer,
activate the Super Freeze button.
9. Return items to the freezer approx. 5
minutes after having switched it on.
Remember to reinsert the stopper in the
defrost water drain.
fig. 6