Caple RiF871 - Manual (Page 12)

Defrosting-Cleaning-De-commissioning
Defrosting
*Manual defrosting is needed for the cold
s t o r a g e c o m p a r t m e n t . A f t e r t h e
refrigerator is used for a period of time, a
layer of ice will form on the evaporator in
the compartment. Additional power will
be consumed if the thick layer of ice is
formed. The ice should cleaned manually
with a plastic tool when the ice layer is
thick enough.
*For defrosting, disconnect the power
supply and remove all the food inside and
the drawers and place them back when
defrosting process if completed. Placing
a bowl of hot water on the evaporator will
help shorten the period of defrosting.
Cleaning
The refrigerator should be cleaned regularly to prevent the formation of bad odors.
*Disconnect the power before cleaning the refrigerator.
*Do not use a hard brush, steel brush, detergent, gasoline or other solvents, hot water,
acid or alkali for cleaning.
*Wipe water drops on the surface of the refrigerator with a soft cloth.
1) Do not use excessive amounts of water for cleaning the refrigerator.
2) Use a dry cloth to clean the switch, the lamp and the temperature controller.
* Always keep the rubber door seal clean
* Clean the back and sides of the refrigerator regularly.
Caution: Never use a metal tool or electrical heather for defrosting.
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