Prior to Initial Start-Up
Before connecting the appliance to the mains and putting it into operation for the first time, leave the appliance to stand for 2 hours. This is necessary to allow the oil to flow back into the compressor. Otherwise the compressor may be damaged. 0 1. Please clean the appliance interior and all accessories prior to initial start-up (see section: "Maintenance and Cleaning"). 2. Remove the cold accumulation block from the freezer tray. 3. Place the cold accumulation block into a compartment or drawer only after the optimal storage temperature of -18 °C has been reached, and allow to freeze. 4. After 24 hours place the cold accumulation block in the freezer tray or in the front of the upper drawer. 5. Re-freeze the thawed cold accumulation block in the same fashion, e.g. after cleaning the appliance.
