[. . . ] Information: This appliance is free of CFC’s (refrigerant circuit contains R134a) or free of HFC’s ( refrigerant circuit contains R600a - Isobutane). For more details, please refer to the rating plate on the appliance. 2. [. . . ] lettuce) may cause condensation to form in the bottom drawers and/ or on the middle shelves; this does not affect the correct operation of the appliance. Nevertheless, it is advisable to wrap vegetables before storing. 5 6gb33033. fm Page 6 Thursday, June 10, 2004 2:34 PM HOW TO USE THE LOW TEMPERATURE COMPARTMENT If installed, the star low temperature compartment may be used to store frozen products for the time indicated on the packaging. When purchasing deep-frozen foods, check the following: • That the packaging is intact, since the food may have deteriorated. If the package bulges or is marked by damp patches, the product has not been correctly stored and may have partially thawed. • Purchase deep-frozen foods last and use insulated bags for transportation. • Place items in the low temperature compartment as soon as you get home. • Observe the instructions for preserving deepfrozen foods written on the packaging. How to make ice-cubes • Fill the ice-tray 3/4 full of water and place it in the bottom of the low temperature compartment. If the ice-tray sticks to the bottom, do not use pointed or sharp instruments to detach it. HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE LOW TEMPERATURE COMPARTMENT To maximise performance, defrost the low temperature compartment at least twice a year, or when the layer of ice on the walls reaches 3 mm thickness. Open the door and take out all food items, wrapping them in newspaper and placing them together in a cool place or in an insulated bag. Leave the door open to allow the frost/ice on the compartment walls to melt. Clean with a sponge soaked in a solution of lukewarm water and neutral detergent. Note: to avoid causing irreparable damage, do not use pointed or sharp metal instruments to scrape off ice and do not artificially heat the low temperature compartment. 6 6gb33033. fm Page 7 Thursday, June 10, 2004 2:34 PM HOW TO CLEAN THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT Clean the refrigerator compartment regularly. [. . . ] ELECTRICAL CONNECTION • Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local regulations. • Voltage and absorption rates are indicated on the rating plate. [. . . ]