FAB28
Table of Contents
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................ 4
2. INTENDED USE OF THE REFRIGERATOR .......................................................................... 5
3. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION ..................................................................................... 6
3.1 Choosing the site ............................................................................................................................................ 6
3.2 Positioning and levelling the appliance ........................................................................................................... 6
3.3 Electrical connection ....................................................................................................................................... 6
4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ..................................................................................................... 7
4.1 FAB 28 ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
4.2 Shelves ........................................................................................................................................................... 7
4.3 Bottle shelf ...................................................................................................................................................... 7
4.4 Refrigerator compartment defrosting water drain ............................................................................................ 7
4.5 Fruit and vegetable box ................................................................................................................................... 8
4.6 Door shelves and containers ........................................................................................................................... 8
4.7 Inside lighting .................................................................................................................................................. 8
4.8 Fan .................................................................................................................................................................. 8
5. ARRANGING FOODS INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT ............................. 9
6. SETTING AND SELECTING THE OPERATING TEMPERATURE ......................................... 9
7. FREEZING FOODS ............................................................................................................... 10
7.1 Storing frozen foods ...................................................................................................................................... 10
7.2 Thawing frozen foods .................................................................................................................................... 11
7.3 Making ice-cubes .......................................................................................................................................... 11
8. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING ......................................................................................... 12
8.1 Defrosting the refrigerator compartment ....................................................................................................... 12
8.2 Defrosting the freezer .................................................................................................................................... 12
8.3 Cleaning the refrigerator ............................................................................................................................... 12
8.4 Switching off the refrigerator ......................................................................................................................... 12
8.5 Practical advice for saving energy ................................................................................................................ 13
8.6 Operating noise ............................................................................................................................................. 13
8.7 Identifying and Dealing with Malfunctions ..................................................................................................... 13
8.8 Changing the inside light bulb ....................................................................................................................... 13
9. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .............................................................................................. 14
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER: these instructions contain user recommendations, description of the
commands and the correct procedures for cleaning and maintenance of the appliance.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE INSTALLER: these are intended for the qualified technician who must
install the appliance, set it functioning and carry out an inspection test.
Further information about the products can be found at www.smeg.com
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Safety Precautions
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DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS – OUR ENVIRONMENT POLICY
Our refrigerators are only packaged using non-pollutant, environment-friendly, recyclable materials. We urge you to
cooperate by disposing of the packaging properly. Contact your local dealer or the competent local organisations for
the addresses of collection, recycling and disposal facilities.
Never leave all or part of the packaging lying around. Packaging parts, and especially plastic bags, may represent a
suffocation hazard for children.
Your old appliance must also be disposed of properly.
Important deliver the appliance to your local organisation authorised to collect scrapped appliances. Proper
disposal allows the intelligent recovery of valuable materials. Refrigeration appliances contain gases which may
damage the environment; it is important to ensure that the refrigeration circuit pipelines are not damaged until the
competent service has taken delivery of the appliance.
Before scrapping your refrigerator it is important to remove doors and leave shelves in position as for use, to ensure
that children cannot accidentally become trapped inside during play. Also, cut the power supply lead and remove it
and the plug.
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
NOTICE TO USERS:
PURSUANT TO DIRECTIVES 2002/95/EC, 2002/96/EC, 2003/108/EC, RELATING TO THE
REDUCTION OF THE USE OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES IN ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC
EQUIPMENT, AND WASTE DISPOSAL, THE BARRED RUBBISH BIN SYMBOL ON THE APPLIANCE
INDICATES THAT IT CANNOT BE DISPOSED OF AS HOUSEHOLD WASTE AT ITS END-OF-LIFE.
THE USER MUST THEREFORE HAND THE PRODUCT OVER, AT ITS END-OF-LIFE, TO THE
APPLICABLE COLLECTION CENTRES FOR THE RECYCLING OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC
WASTE, OR RETURN IT TO THE DEALER ON PURCHASE OF ANOTHER EQUIVALENT
APPLIANCE, ON A ONE-FOR-ONE BASIS. CONSIGNING THE END-OF-LIFE APPLIANCE TO THE
APPROPRIATE COLLECTION POINT FOR RECYCLING AND ECO-COMPATIBLE TREATMENT AND
DISPOSAL PREVENTS POTENTIAL NEGATIVE EFFECTS ON THE ENVIRONMENT AND HUMAN
HEALTH, AND HELPS ENSURE THAT THE PRODUCT’S COMPONENT MATERIALS WILL BE
RECYCLED. UNLAWFUL DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT BY THE USER MAY LEAD TO
PROSECUTION.
Keep the instruction handbook in a safe place; it contains important information which must be applied
when installing, using and servicing the refrigerator. The handbook must be kept so that it can be passed
on to any subsequent owners of the appliance.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility in case of failure to comply with the following precautions:
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervised
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a responsible person for their safely.
- Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- Do not attempt to operate a damaged appliance: in case of doubt, contact your dealer.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
- The appliance must be installed and connected to the electrical mains in full compliance with the
instructions provided in the handbook. The electrical connection conditions must be as specified on
the nameplate , which is in the bottom left-hand corner of the body of the refrigerator. The
appliance's electrical safety is only guaranteed if the household electrical system is earthed in
accordance with the relevant regulations.
- Make sure that all repairs and servicing are only carried out by authorised engineers from the
Smeg after-sales service. Always disconnect the appliance from the electrical mains in case of
breakdown and maintenance, when changing light-bulbs or during cleaning. Never defrost using
electrical devices or steam cleaners. Never remove frost or ice with sharp items, as this may cause
irreparable damage to the walls of the refrigerator.
Safety Precautions
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2. INTENDED USE OF THE REFRIGERATOR
- Never attempt to move the refrigerator by pulling on the door or the handle.
- High-alcohol drinks must only be stored sealed and vertical.
- Do not use electrical equipment (such as ice cream makers or blenders) inside the appliance.
- To ensure the refrigerator operates correctly, never obstruct or cover the air ducts in any way.
- Never eat or drink foods which look or smell strange.
- Never allow children to play with the refrigerator and use the drawers, shelves or other parts
of the appliance only as described in this handbook; never use them for purposes other than
those for which they are designed
- This appliance may be used by children from the age of 8 and by people of reduced physical and
mental ability or lacking in experience and knowledge, provided they are supervised or instructed on
the safe use of the appliance and if they understand the associated risks. Do not allow children to
play with the appliance. Do not allow unsupervised children to perform cleaning or maintenance
operations..
In case of electricity blackout, open the door(s) as little as possible. Once partly or completely thawed,
frozen foods must not be re-frozen.
Warning:
To avoid a hazard due to instability of the appliance, it must be fixed in accordance with the
instructions.
Warning:
Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of
obstruction.
Warning:
Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than
those recommended by the manufacturer.
Warning:
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Warning:
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless
they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
Caution:
this refrigerator contains a small quantity of isobutane (R600a), a CFC-free gas refrigerant. When
transporting, installing, cleaning and repairing the refrigerator, take care not to damage any parts
of the refrigeration circuit to prevent the risk of gas leaks. In case of damage, do not use naked
lights and ventilate the room containing the appliance appropriately.
The appliance is specifically constructed for domestic use and is therefore suitable for the refr igeration
and storage of fresh foods. The appliance has not been designed or manufactured for professional use.
Smeg declines all responsibility for damage deriving from improper use of the appliance. The refrigerator
has undergone all necessary tests regarding tightness of the refrigeration circuit and complies with the
safety regulations for electrical appliances.
Caution:
the manufacturer declines all responsibility for injury or damage caused by failure to comply with
the above regulations or deriving from tampering with even just one part of the appliance and the
use of non-original spare parts.
Instructions for the Installer
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3. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
3.1 Choosing the site
Always place the refrigerator in a dry place with satisfactory ventilation. Never expose it to direct sunlight
or install it outdoors. Depending on its climate class (stated on the nameplate inside the refrigerator
compartment), the appliance can be used in different temperature conditions:
Class Ambient temperature
SN (Subnormal) from +10°C to +32°C
N (Normal) from + 16° C to + 32° C
ST (Subtropical) from + 18° C to + 38° C
T (Tropical) from + 18° C to + 43° C
Never place the refrigerator close to heat sources. If this is unavoidable, a suitable insulating panel must
be used to allow the appliance to function properly. Otherwise, place the appliance at least 3 cm from
electric or gas cookers and at least 30 cm from combustion or radiation heating systems.
To allow proper cooling of the condenser, the refrigerator must not be placed
too close to the wall. To prevent this, the appliance comes complete with two
plastic spacers which must be fitted to the top of the condenser. If the
refrigerator is installed underneath a wall cupboard, the distance between the
two must be at least 5 cm.
Take care not to scratch or damage the floor when installing the appliance on
parquet or linoleum. If necessary, when positioning slide the refrigerator over
pieces of wood or a mat to the point decided for connection to the electrical
mains.
3.2 Positioning and levelling the appliance
Place the fridge on a stable and level floor. In case the floor is not perfectly level, use the two adjustable
feet on the front part of the fridge (pict. 1). To ensure major stability, easier movement and a correct
positioning of the product, two additional wheels (pict. 2) are present at the rear. In any case we
recommend to move the fridge very carefully in order to avoid floor damage (especially in case of
wooden floor).
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3.3 Electrical connection
Before switching the refrigerator on for the first time, leave it vertical for at least two hours. Then connect
the appliance's power supply lead to a mains socket with earth contact, installed in accordance with
electrical safety regulations. The rated voltage and frequency are stated on the nameplate inside the
refrigerator compartment. The appliance must be connected to the electrical mains and earthed in
compliance with the relevant regulations and requirements. The appliance is able to withstand short
fluctuations in voltage of no more than 15% less or 10% more than the rated voltage stated on the
nameplate. If the power supply lead has to be replaced, this operation must only be carried out by an
authorised Smeg technical service engineer.
The socket must be accessible after the appliance has been placed.
Instructions for the User
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4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
4.1 FAB 28
Refrigerator (A): compartment for storing fresh foods
Freezer compartment (B): compartment for storing
frozen foods and for freezing fresh foods.
To open the door, pull the handle towards you. (see
diagram below)
To close, push the door towards its hook and check
that it snaps shut.
4.2 Shelves
each refrigerator comes complete with several shelves which can be set at different heights by placing
them on the runners provided. Each shelf has a safety fitting to prevent it from being pulled completely
out or accidentally removed. To remove it from the appliance, lift it at the back and extract it. Then
change the position of the shelf or shelves as you require. For easy removal of all internal accessories,
the door has to be opened completely.
4.3 Bottle shelf
Like ordinary shelves, the bottle shelf can also be set at different heights.
It can be fitted into the refrigerator compartment in two different positions:
horizontally or with the front part raised so that the bottles can be placed on
a slant. To remove the bottle shelf, lift it at the back and pull it outward.
Warning: if you wish to place bottles of above-average length on the
bottle shelf, it must be set at a height which will not prevent the door
from being closed properly.
4.4 Refrigerator compartment defrosting water drain
The rear of the refrigerator compartment, underneath the refrigerating plate, has a channel and a hole
for collecting the defrosting water. To ensure the refrigerator can function properly, take care never to
block this hole. It is best to check and clean it fairly regularly using a piece of stiff wire.
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