Haier HRF-370 User Manual - Page 23
Periodic Cleaning Of The Appliance, Practical Tips For Food Storage
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English PERIODIC CLEANING OF THE APPLIANCE Before cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the mains. Clean the exterior of the appliance from time to time using a furniture detergent or polish with similar characteristics (which must never be used to clean the interior of the appliance). Clean the door seals from time to time with hot water only, without the use of detergents; do not treat the door seals with oil or grease. Clean the inside of the appliance regularly: - Clean the refrigerator compartment at least once a month, and the freezer compartment whenever you defrost it. - Remove all food from the refrigerator and freezer and store them in a cool place. - No part of the appliance, including accessories, is dishwas- her-safe. Wash the interior and accessories with hot water and a little detergent. Do not use concentrated detergents containing acidic substances or chemical solvents. We advise you use a mild all-purpose detergent with a neutral pH. - After cleaning, rinse the interior and the accessories with clear water and dry thoroughly. Allow to dry in the fresh air for 3-4 minutes. - Do not damage or remove the data plate positioned inside the appliance: it is very important for the after-sales service and for future scrapping. - Take care that no water comes into contact with electrical parts inside the appliance. - Periodically remove any dust and dirt from the heat exchanger at the rear of the appliance. Dust interferes with the appliance's cooling capacity and significantly increases energy consumption. The best way to remove dust from the heat exchanger is to use a soft brush or a feather duster. Take care when cleaning the metal fins of the condenser: they may be very sharp. - Make sure that condensation drains away freely along the drain channels. From time to time, clean the defrost water drain outlet with the help of a cotton wool bud or similar tool. - Do not attempt to drain away the water used for cleaning the appliance through the defrost water drain outlet; the collection basin would overflow and the water would spill onto the floor. Prolonged disuse - In the event of prolonged disuse, empty the appliance com- pletely, unplug it from the mains and clean it thoroughly. Leave the doors open to prevent formation of mould and unpleasant odours. When the appliance is switched back on after a prolonged period of disuse, allow it to operate for 2-3 hours with the thermostat at the highest setting (coldest) before placing any food in the compartments. PRACTICAL TIPS FOR FOOD STORAGE Refrigerating food and drinks The natural circulation of cold air inside the refrigerator compartment creates a number of different temperature zones, particularly suitable for storing various foods; it is therefore important to arrange food in such a way as to guarantee good air circulation throughout the interior. The coldest zones (suitable, for example, for storing cold cuts and meats) are just above the fruit and vegetable drawers, i.e at the bottom rear section of the compartment; the least cold zones are at the top of the compartment, towards the front and in the inner door (ideal for storing butter and spreading cheese). For optimum use of the refrigerator compartment: - do not place hot foods or liquids in the refrigerator; - always use closed containers or special storage solutions for liquids and foods that give off a strong smell or that could be tainted by other foods in the compartment; - do not store cooking oil in the special compartments in the inner door: the plastic may crack. Do not store explosive materials or pressurized containers with flammable propellants such as butane, propane, pentane, etc., and only store strong alcohol in closed containers stored vertically. Gas or liquid accidentally leaked from pressurized cans can be identified by reading the information provided by the manufacturer on the packaging, often marked with a flame symbol. Food: Meat (any kind): should be wrapped and sealed in protective food wrap. Bear in mind that maximum storage time is generally 1-2 days. Cooked food, cold platters, etc. must be covered well and can be stored on any shelf. Fruit and vegetables should be washed, then stored in the purpose-designed crisper drawers, even without any wrapping. - 5 -