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16.0 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Routine maintenance work can be carried out by non-specialized personnel, following the instructions given
below.
• Before performing any maintenance or cleaning work, disconnect the appliance from the power
mains.
Internal and external surfaces can be washed with a sponge dampened in warm water and mild detergent.
After cleaning, dry with a soft, dry cloth. Any polishing products should be applied to outer surfaces only.
• Do not wash the appliance with water jets. Do not use abrasive paste or wire wool scouring pads
• It is strictly forbidden to remove the protections and safety devices to carry out routine
maintenance operations. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for accidents caused by the
failure to fulfil the aforementioned obligation.
• Do not touch and operate on the machine with damp or wet hands or feet, do not insert
screwdrivers, kitchen utensils or anything else between the guards and moving parts before
carrying out cleaning or routine maintenance operations, disconnect the machine from the power
supply by unplugging the machine. Do not pull the power cable to disconnect the machine from
the power supply
To keep the appliance working efficiently, clean the condenser at regular intervals. To do this, use a brush with
soft bristles or a vacuum cleaner, being careful not to bend the aluminium fins.
• The condenser features sharp edges. Wear protective gloves when cleaning.
To access the condenser of a blast chiller, simply grab the dashboard at the top and pull towards you.
The dashboard is fixed at the top with two magnets and at the bottom with interlocking pins.
The condenser in the proofer-retarders and storage units is located on the roof of the cabinet.
The MODI appliance features a tray to catch the water produced by the defrosting. This tray must be
emptied at regular intervals. Storage units and LEVTRONIC appliances are equipped with an automatic
evaporation system.