Smeg FAB10LBL5 User manual [GB]

PRECAUTIONS 18

General safety instructions 18
For this appliance 20
Appliance purpose 21
This user manual 21
Manufacturer’s liability 22
Technical Support. 22
Identification plate 22
Energy label 22
Disposal 22
Information for control bodies 22
To save energy 22
How to read the user manual 23

DESCRIPTION 23

General Description 23
Accessories 23

USE 24

Preliminary operations 24

We advise you to read this manual carefully, which contains all the instructions for maintaining the
appliance’s aesthetic and functional qualities. For further information on the product: www.smeg.com

First use 24
Control panel 24
Temperature setting 24
Fast Freezing Function 24
Using the accessories 24
Using the refrigerator compartment 25
Using the freezer compartment 26
Noises during operation 26
Turning the appliance off 26
Storage advice 26

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 27

Cleaning the appliance 27
Defrosting 27
Interior lighting 28
What to do if... 28

INSTALLATION 29

Electrical connection 29
Positioning 29

PRECAUTIONS

General safety instructions

Risk of personal injury

appliance and smother the
flames with a fire blanket.

• Do not touch the heating

• According to current
regulations, children between 3
and 8 years of age can take or
load food from the appliance,
but it is highly discouraged to
allow children under 8 years of
age to perform these
operations and in general to
use the appliance.

• Keep children under the age of
eight at a safe distance unless
they are constantly supervised
and make sure that they do not
play with the appliance.

• Never try to put out a fire or
flames with water: turn off the

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elements on the outside of the
appliance.

• Cleaning and maintenance that
should be performed by the
user must not be carried out by
unsupervised children.

• Do not modify this appliance.

• Do not insert pointed metal
objects (cutlery or utensils) into
the slots in the appliance.

• Do not touch (especially with
wet hands) frozen products or
put them in your mouth directly.

• Do not store inflammable,
explosive or volatile
substances.

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• Do not keep explosive
substances, such as spray
bottles with flammable
propellants in the appliance.

• Bottles containing strong
alcoholic drinks must be tightly
closed and stored vertically.

• Organic compounds, acids
and essential oils can corrode
the seals and plastic surfaces if
left in contact with them for
extended periods.

• Turn off the appliance and
unplug it from the mains before
cleaning or maintenance.

• Do not pull the cable to unplug
the appliance.

Risk of damaging the appliance

• Never rest sharp metal objects
such as knives, forks, spoons
and lids on the appliance
during use.

• Do not use abrasive or
corrosive detergents (e.g.
scouring powders, stain
removers and metallic
sponges) on glass parts.

• Do not sit on the appliance.

• Do not sit or lean on the door
or any open drawers.

• Do not prize on the door or
handle to move the appliance.

• Do not use steam jets to clean
the appliance.

• Do not use electrical
appliances (e.g. hair dryers) or
sprays for defrosting, the plastic
parts could be damaged.

• Do not use the appliance to
cool rooms for any reason.

• Always unplug the appliance in
the event of a fault or when
performing cleaning or
maintenance.

• Do not keep liquids in tins or
glass containers in the freezer.

• Do not use sharp metal objects
to remove excess ice build-up
in the freezer compartment.

• Do not use adaptors for plugs.

• CAUTION: do not place
portable multiple sockets or
portable power supply units at
the back of the appliance.

• Do not place heavy objects on
the top of the appliance.

• Do not use sharp objects when
removing ice and frost in order
not to damage the appliance's
walls.

Installation and maintenance

• The appliance must be
connected to ground in
compliance with electrical
system safety standards.

• Position the appliance with the
aid of a second person.

• Never use the open door to
lever the appliance into place
when fitting.

• Avoid exerting too much
pressure on the door when
open.

• The appliance must not be
installed near heat sources. If
this is not possible, suitable

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insulation must be used.

• The appliance must not be
exposed to direct sunlight.

• Do not use the appliance
outdoors.

• Installation and servicing should
be carried out by qualified
personnel in accordance with
current standards.

• Have the electrical connection
performed by authorised
technical personnel.

• For avoiding dangers, if the
power supply cable is
damaged, contact technical
support immediately and they
will replace it, so as to prevent
any risk.

• Always use any necessary/
required personal protective
equipment (PPE) before
performing any work on the
appliance (installation,
maintenance, positioning or
movement).

• Before performing any
operation on the appliance,
switch off the power supply.

• If installed near another
refrigerator or freezer, keep it
at a minimum distance of 2 cm.

• Do not try to repair the
appliance yourself or without
the assistance of a qualified
technician.

• Do not install/use the
appliance outdoors.

• CAUTION: while positioning
the appliance, make sure that

the power supply cable is not
caught or damaged.

• To prevent instability of the
appliance, install and secure it
correctly as indicated in the
instructions provided in this
manual.

• This appliance can be used up
to a maximum altitude of 2,000
metres above sea level.

For this appliance

• The appliance may only be
used by children aged 8 years
and over, and by people of
reduced physical, sensory or
mental capacity, or lacking in
experience and knowledge in
the use of the appliance,
provided that they instructed on
safe use of the appliance and
the risks connected to it by
adults who are responsible for
their safety.

• Children must be supervised to
ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.

• Do not rest any weight or sit on
the open door of the
appliance.

• Take care that no objects are
stuck in the doors.

• The appliance contains a small
quantity of isobutane (R600a),
make sure not to damage the
cooling circuit during transport,
installation and cleaning.

• Keep the ventilation openings
surrounding the appliance or in
the nearby area free from any

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obstructions.

• Do not use mechanical,
electrical or chemical products
other than those recommended
by the manufacturer to speed
up the defrosting process.

• Do not damage the cooling
circuit (if it can be accessed).

• Do not use electrical
appliances inside food storage
compartments unless these are
of the type recommended by
the manufacturer.

• In the event of damage to the
cooling circuit, avoid the use of
naked flames and ventilate the
area properly.

• Do not use the appliance or
parts of it in ways other than
those specified in this manual.

• Caution: risk of fire, flammable
materials.

• Opening the door for long
periods can cause the
temperature in the appliance
compartments to rise
considerably.

• Clean surfaces that may come
into contact with food and
accessible drainage systems
regularly.

• Store raw meat and fish in
suitable containers in the
refrigerator, so that it does not

come into contact with other
food or drip on it.

• If the appliance is left empty for
long periods of time, switch it
off, thaw it, clean it, dry it and
leave the door open to prevent
the development of mould
inside.

Appliance purpose

The appliance is designed for
use in a domestic or similar
environment, for instance:

• staff kitchen areas in shops,
offices and other working
environments;

• farm houses and by guests in
hotels, motels and other
residential type environments;

• bed and breakfast
establishments;

• catering and similar non-retail
applications.

• The appliance is not designed
for professional and
commercial use.

• This appliance is for
refrigeration and conservation
of fresh and frozen foods in the
home. Every other use is
considered inappropriate.

• The appliance is not designed
to operate with external timers
or with remote-control systems.

This user manual

• This user manual is an integral part of the
appliance and must therefore be kept in its
entirety and within the user's reach for the
whole working life of the appliance.

• Read this user manual carefully before using
the appliance.

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Manufacturer’s liability

The manufacturer declines all liability for
damage to persons or property caused by:

• use of the appliance other than that
specified;

• failure to comply with the instructions in the
user manual;

• tampering with any part of the appliance;

• use of non-original spare parts.

Technical Support.

• In the event of failure of the appliance,
contact the technical support and have the
repair carried out by qualified personnel
only.

• make sure you have the model and serial
number available on the identification plate.

• Use original spare parts only.

• Do not try to repair the appliance yourself or
without the assistance of a qualified
technician: this affects safety and may void
the warranty.

• Genuine spare parts for some specific
components remain available for a minimum
of 7 or 10 years, depending on the type of
component, from the date the model is
released on the market.

Identification plate

The identification plate bears the technical data,
serial number and brand name of the
appliance. Do not remove the identification
plate for any reason.

Energy label

To be informed about the performance of your
device via the EU EPREL database

visit the following web address and enter the
model name (available on the identification
plate):

https://eprel.ec.europa.eu

On the energy label there is a QR code for a
quick access to the web address. Use a device
equipped with an appropriate reading
program.

The energy label must be kept together with all
documents supplied with the appliance.

Disposal

This appliance conforms to the WEEE
European directive (2012/19/EU) and
must be disposed of separately from

other waste at the end of its service life.

The appliance does not contain substances in
quantities sufficient to be considered hazardous
to health and the environment, in accordance

with current European directives.

Power voltage

Danger of electrocution

• Disconnect the mains power supply.

• Unplug the appliance.

To dispose of the appliance:

• Cut the power cable and remove it.

• Deliver the appliance to the appropriate
recycling centre for electrical and electronic
equipment waste, or return it to the retailer
when purchasing an equivalent product, on
a one for one basis.

Our appliances are packaged in non-polluting
and recyclable materials.

• Deliver the packing materials to the
appropriate recycling centre.

Plastic packaging

Danger of suffocation

• Do not leave the packaging or any part of it
unattended.

• Do not let children play with the plastic
bags.

Information for control bodies

• For EcoDesign checks, the installation and
preparation of the appliance must comply
with EN 62552 standard.

• Ventilation requirements, dimensions and
minimum space from the rear wall are
indicated in the "Installation" chapter of this
manual.

• Contact the manufacturer for more
information.

To save energy

• Correct use of the appliance, correct
packaging of foodstuffs, a constant
temperature and food hygiene have effects
on the quality of storage.

• Reduce the number of times that the doors
are opened and the length of time they
remain open to prevent the compartments
from heating up excessively.

• Clean the condenser (if it can be accessed)
at the rear of the appliance periodically to
prevent the appliance from losing efficiency.

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