Hotpoint RFR51V - Manual (Page 10)

Caring for your Appliance.
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AUTOMATIC DEFROSTING OF THE
REFRIGERATOR-
There is no need to defrost the refrigerator,
because ice deposited on the interior back
wall is defrosted automatically.
Ice is deposited on the interior back wall
during the compressor operation, later on
when the compressor is not operating, the
ice defrosts and water droplets collect and
drain through the outlet in the interior back
wall into the drain pan situated above the
compressor, from where it evaporates.
MANUAL DEFROSTING OF THE REFRIG-
ERATOR-
As long as the defrost water runs to the
channel and through the outlet to the drain
pan on the compressor, automatic defrost-
ing of the appliance is assured.
In the case of ice formation on the interior
rear wall increasing (3-5mm), ice should be
manually defrosted.
Set the thermostat knob to SSTTO OPP ((0 0)) posi-
tion and leave the refrigerator door open.
Never use electric devices for defrosting
and do not scrape the ice with sharp
objects.
After defrosting is completed, turn the
thermostat knob to the desired position and
close the refrigerator door.
The cause of increased ice formation may
be one of the following:
- The door does not seal well. (Clean the
gasket if it is contaminated or replace it
if it is damaged).
- The door was frequently opened or was
left open for a long period.
- The food stored in the refrigerator was
warm.
- Food or packaging is touching the interi
or rear wall.
MANUAL DEFROSTING OF THE
FREEZER-
When the frost and ice layer in the freezer
is 3 - 5mm thick you should defrost the
freezer.
• A few hours before defrosting, set the
thermostat to position 7, so that
packages are well frozen.
Reset the thermostat to SSTTO OPP ((0 0))
position and disconnect the power
supply.
Empty the freezer, wrap frozen food in a
blanket and put in a cool place.
• Leave the door open for a while so that
you can easily scrape off the frost and
ice layer. Use the plastic scraper but
take care not to damage the inner
surfaces of the freezer.
• Wipe up the scraped frost and ice
before completely defrosted.
• Avoid using defrosting sprays, as they
may cause damage to the plastic parts
and may be hazardous to health.
DO NOT scrape off frost or dislodge frozen
food which is stuck to the freezer
compartment with a knife or other sharp
implement. You could damage the refriger-
ant tubing. Leaking refrigerant may ignite
or cause eye injuries.
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