Ice build-up in the freezer
Always make sure that you switch off the electric supply to your Fridge freezer before you start any maintenance.
Warning: Do not use Thinner, Car detergent, Clorox, Etherol oil, Abrasive cleaners, or Organic Solvent such as Benzene for cleaning. They may damage the surface of the appliance and may cause fire.
1. A layer of frost may occur on the freezer compartment's interior walls if the freezer door is opened too frequently or kept open too long.
2. Ensure the door seals are clean and not damaged. For further information, see the “Cleaning the door seals” topic.
3. If the frost is too thick, choose a time when the freezer is nearly empty to defrost.
4. Ensure the power has been switched Off and remove the plug from the mains socket.
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Remove any existing food from the appliance.
Note: When emptying the Freezer ensure that you place the food in another freezer or in a cool place where it will not be allowed to thaw out.
6. Where possible remove the Shelves, Racks and Drawers.
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Leave the doors open to defrost.
Note: You can speed up the defrost process by placing containers of lukewarm water into the freezer compartment.
8. Ventilate the room thoroughly to accelerate the process.
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Once thoroughly defrosted, wipe down the sides, base and top of the compartments to remove any excess water.
10. Clean the Appliance, Shelves, Racks and Drawers.
Note: See the "Interior Cleaning" topic for recommended cleaning tips.
11. Replace the Shelves, Racks and Drawers.
12. Ensure the inside of the appliance is fully dry and any water created from melting ice is mopped up to prevent damage to the flooring before restarting.
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Plug the appliance into the mains power and switch on.
Note: Only after the interior is completely dry should the appliance be switched on.
14. Let the appliance run at least 2 hours on a colder setting before replacing the food.
Note: Selecting the Super Cool and Super Freeze functions will quickly lower the temperature. See the "Temperature settings" topic for more information.