SEVERIN KS 9770 Instrucciones De Uso página 20

∙ Remove the cover panel.
∙ Pull out the drain channel from the freezer cabinet, turn
it 180° and secure it (see diagram). Place a suitable
container underneath the channel outlet.
∙ To accelerate defrosting, one or several containers with
hot (but not boiling) water may be placed inside the
freezer compartment. Do not pour water over or inside
the unit.
∙ Warning: Do not use any external device or other
means (e.g. heaters or heating fans) to accelerate de-
frosting.
∙ Clean the unit with a damp cloth and a little detergent.
Wipe thoroughly dry afterwards.
∙ Replace the drain channel and cover panel.
∙ Set the temperature control to its maximum position.
After 24 hours, it may turned back to its normal setting.
Defrosting the refrigerator cabinet :
∙ The refrigerator cabinet does not require de-frosting, but
only proper cleaning.
∙ The integral vapouriser is sealed in foam in the rear
wall; you may therefore notice a build-up of frost around
the rear area. This layer of frost will start melting when
the compressor is not working. Through a system of
hoses, the melt-water drains into the collection tray
below the compressor, where it will be absorbed into the
surrounding air.
∙ To enable the melt-water to drain freely, always ensure
that the channel and discharge opening in the cabinet
are free of any blockage.
∙ Any water collecting in the bottom should be removed.
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Energy saving tips
∙ The appliance should be set up in a well-ventilated, dry
room.
∙ Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight, and
do not position it next to any heat sources (radiators,
cookers etc.). If this cannot be avoided, however,
suitable insulation must be installed between the heat
source and the unit.
∙ Ensure suffi cient air circulation around the sides of the
unit.
∙ The compressor (at the rear) should be cleaned at
regular intervals. Accumulated dust causes an increase
in energy consumption.
∙ Warm food should be allowed to cool down before it is
stored inside.
∙ To prevent an increased build-up of ice, do not leave
the doors of the unit open for too long when loading or
taking out food.
∙ Frequent de-frosting helps to save energy. For detailed
information on cleaning the appliance, please refer to
the section De-frosting and cleaning.
∙ Do not set a lower-than-necessary temperature. For
detailed information on the temperature settings, please
refer to the section Temperature control.
Operating noise
∙ Certain typical sounds can be heard when the appliance
is switched on. These sounds are:
∙ caused by
the electrical
motor within
the compressor
assembly; during
compressor
start-up the sound
level will be slightly
higher for a limited period of time.
∙ caused by the cooling agent fl owing through the circuit.
Trouble-shooting
The following table lists possible malfunctions and their
probable causes and solutions. In the event of operational
p roblems, check fi rst whether a solution can be found using
this table. If the problem persists, disconnect the appliance
from the mains power and contact our Customer Service
Department.