To clean and maintain the Combisteel 7455.1914 glass door refrigerator safely, disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet, clean surfaces using a soft cloth with mild detergent followed by clean water, and verify the electrical cord and plug integrity before reconnecting.
Applies to
This care and maintenance guide applies specifically to the Combisteel 7455.1914 glass door refrigerator unit.
Before you start
- Always disconnect the power cord plug from the electrical wall outlet before initiating any cleaning work.
- Disconnecting the mains power supply prevents severe electrical shock hazards during interior and exterior cleaning.
- Isolating the appliance from the mains protects the operator from physical injury caused by the rotating circulation fan.
- Prepare clean, soft cloths along with a mild detergent solution and clean water for wiping down soiled areas.
Safety warnings
- Never splash water directly onto the refrigerator body during cleaning.
- Do not wash the appliance with running water because dangerous short-circuiting and electrical shock can occur.
- Never use polishing powder or abrasive soap powder on painted surfaces or plastic components.
- Do not use gasoline, solvents, or oil to clean any part of the cooler.
- Never apply hot water to the cabinet as it will cause permanent damage to the paint and internal plastic components.
- Always verify that the power cord plug is fully unplugged before working near the internal circulation fan.
Exterior and Interior Cabinet Cleaning
Regular cleaning of the exterior cabinet and the internal cooler compartment maintains strict commercial hygiene standards and equipment appearance.
Routine cleaning of the cooler compartment and exterior should be carried out by wiping all surfaces with a soft, dry cloth.
If surfaces are heavily soiled, wipe them thoroughly with a soft cloth moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Immediately follow the detergent wash by wiping all treated areas with a soft cloth dipped in clean water.
Operators must never apply abrasive polishing powder, soap powder, gasoline, or oil to any part of the cabinet.
Hot water must not be used on the unit because high temperatures cause structural degradation to paintwork and plastic components.
Direct splashing of water or hose washing is strictly prohibited to prevent moisture ingress into electrical components.
- Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet before touching the cabinet.
- Wipe light dust and debris from the exterior surfaces and cooler compartment with a soft, dry cloth.
- Treat stubborn stains and heavy soil by wiping the affected surfaces with a detergent-moistened cloth.
- Wipe away all remaining detergent residue using a separate cloth dipped in clean water.
- Verify that no free water has been splashed onto the appliance body during cleaning.
Defrost Drain Tray Management
The Combisteel cooler performs automatic defrost cycles continuously during standard daily operation.
Defrost water from the evaporator coils is collected automatically into the integrated drain tray.
Under normal ambient conditions, moisture gathered in the drain tray evaporates automatically into the surrounding air.
Operating the unit in humid surroundings causes large volumes of condensation to collect rapidly in the drain tray.
Kitchen staff must discard accumulated water from the drain tray once a day when operating in humid environments.
- Monitor the water accumulation level within the drain tray during regular daily service checks.
- Assess whether humid kitchen surroundings are causing rapid buildup of defrost water in the tray.
- Throw away the collected drain water from the tray once a day whenever humid conditions persist.
Post-Cleaning Safety and Electrical Checks
Essential electrical and mechanical checks must be conducted immediately after completing cleaning and before recommissioning the unit.
Operators must ensure that the power cord plug is firmly and completely inserted into a dedicated wall outlet.
Inspect the temperature of the power plug during initial operation to confirm that it is not abnormally hot.
Carefully inspect the entire length of the power cord to verify there are no cracks, splits, or mechanical damage.
Should the slightest irregularity be observed during these checks, immediately contact the equipment dealer or technical customer service.
- Examine the entire length of the electrical power cable for cracks, splits, and surface damage.
- Insert the power cord plug firmly into a dedicated electrical wall outlet.
- Verify after initial running that the power plug is not abnormally hot to the touch.
Decommissioning and Long-Period Storage Care
Specific shutdown procedures must be followed whenever the commercial refrigerator will not be used for an extended period.
All stored food and beverage items must be completely removed from the cooler compartment prior to shutdown.
The power cord plug must be disconnected from the wall outlet for the entire duration of the shutdown period.
Clean the interior compartment thoroughly and wipe away all standing water and residual moisture.
To prevent mould formation and unpleasant odours, leave the glass door open so the compartment can dry completely.
- Remove all items and stock from the interior compartment.
- Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
- Clean the internal compartment with a detergent cloth and follow with a water-dipped cloth.
- Wipe away every trace of standing moisture from the internal cooler surfaces.
- Leave the glass door open continuously during storage to dry the compartment fully and prevent mould growth.
Stop and get help if
- Stop cleaning immediately and disconnect the mains supply if water is accidentally splashed onto the cooler body.
- Cease using the appliance immediately if the electrical power cord exhibits cracks, chafing, or external casing damage.
- Do not operate the refrigerator if the power cord plug becomes abnormally hot during use.
- Stop operation if the power plug cannot be firmly seated into a dedicated wall outlet.
When to call an engineer
- Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or customer service if any cracks or damage are detected on the power cord.
- Escalate to the equipment dealer or customer service if the power plug becomes abnormally hot.
- Contact technical customer service should the slightest irregularity be observed during post-cleaning checks.