How To Save Energy - Hoover HFDN 180 EU Manual De Instrucciones

operating during vacations of less than three
weeks.
• Long vacations: If the appliance will not be
used for several months, remove all food and
unplug the power cord. Clean and dry the
interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and
mold growth, leave the door open slightly:
blocking it open if necessary or have the door
removed.

HOW TO SAVE ENERGY

• Install the refrigerator in the coolest part of
the room, out of direct sunlight and away
from heating ducts or registers. Do not place
the refrigerator next to heat-producing
appliances such as a range, oven or
dishwasher.
• The refrigerator door should remain open
only as long as necessary; do not place hot
food inside the refrigerator.
• Organize the refrigerator to reduce door
openings. Remove as many items as needed
at one time and close the door as soon as
possible.
• The refrigerator door should be properly
closed to avoid increased energy
consumption, and the formation of excess
ice and / or condensation inside.
• Constantly circulating cold air keeps the
temperature homogenous inside the
refrigerator. For this reason, it is important
to properly distribute the food, to facilitate
the flow of air.
• Cover foods and wipe containers dry before
placing them in the refrigerator. This cuts
down on moisture build-up inside the unit.
• Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block
cold airvents. Doing so causes the
refrigerator to run longer and use more
energy. Shelves should not be lined with
aluminum foil, wax paper or paper toweling.
Liners interfere with cold air circulation,
making the refrigerator less efficient, which
could cause food spoilage.
• During prolonged absences (example:
vacations), it is advisable to disconnect the
refrigerator, remove all the food, and clean
it . The door should be left slightly open to
avoid mold and unpleasant odors. This will
not affect the refrigerator when it is
reconnected.
• During short absences (example: holidays),
the refrigerator can remain on. However,
remember that prolonged power outages
may occur while you are gone.
SERVICING
This product should be serviced by an
authorized engineer and only genuine spare
parts should be used.
Under no circumstances should you attempt to
repair the appliance yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons
may cause injury or serious malfunctioning.
Contact the local store where your purchase
was made.
When the appliance is not in use for long
periods, disconnect from the electricity supply,
empty all foods and clean the appliance, leaving
the door ajar to prevent unpleasant smells.
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