Smeg FAB32ULOR3, FAB32ULRD3, FAB32URRD3, FAB32ULBL3, FAB32URPK3 User Manual

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Contents

1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4

1.1 Definition 4

1.2 State of California Proposition 65 Warning 4

1.3 Intended purpose 5

1.4 Installation warnings 5

1.5 Installation cautions 7

1.6 Usage warnings 7

1.7 Usage cautions 9

1.8 Disposal Warning 9

1.9 How to read the user manual 10

2 Description 11

2.1 General Description 11

2.2 Description of parts 12

2.3 Control panel 12

2.4 Available accessories 13

3Use 15

3.1 Instructions 15

3.2 Preliminary operations 15

3.3 First use 15

3.4 Using the accessories 17

3.5 Ventilation 18

3.6 Using the refrigerator compartment 19

3.7 Using the freezer compartment 19

3.8 Noises during operation 20

3.9 Heated front surface 21

3.10Turning the appliance off 21

3.11Food storage advice 21

4 Cleaning and maintenance 23

4.1 Instructions 23

4.2 Cleaning the appliance 23

4.3 Defrosting 24

4.4 Interior lighting 24

4.5 What to do if... 24

5Installation 26

5.1 Electrical connection 26

5.2 Positioning 26

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Instructions

1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: If the instructions contained in this manual are not followed

precisely, fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

1.1 Definition

DANGER:

not following instructions immediately may result in loss of life or severe injuries.

WARNING:

not following instructions may result in loss of life or severe injuries.

CAUTION:

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor to moderate injury.

NOTE:

Important information.

1.2 State of California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING

This product can expose you to chemicals including vinyl chloride, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Instructions

1.3 Intended purpose

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

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

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

• bed and breakfast type environments;

• catering and similar non-retail applications.

• This appliance is intended for indoor household use only.

• This appliance is suitable for the refrigeration and storage of fresh and frozen food.

• This appliance is not designed or manufactured for professional use.

1.4 Installation warnings

WARNING

- outdoor,

- in manufactured (mobile) homes, in recreational vehicles (RVs) or boat.

- near a heater or flammable material,

- in a room where there is a risk of freezing,

- in direct sunlight or exposed to heat from stoves.

• Always place the appliance in a dry and well ventilated room.

• Depending on its climate class, the appliance can be used in different temperature conditions. The climate class is specified on the nameplate of the appliance.

• Observe all codes and ordinances in force.

• Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.

• Do not remove ground prong.

• Do not use an adapter plug.

• Do not use an extension cord.

• Use two or more people to move and install this appliance.

• The appliance is heavy and it must be secured during transport and installation.

• Do not install this appliance:

• Do not twist or tie the power cord.

• Do not pull or bend the power cord.

• Do not damage the power cord when moving the appliance.

• Have the wall outlet and circuit

Instructions

checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

• Unplug the refrigerator before servicing.

• Only qualified service personnel should perform repairs. Service personnel must disconnect the power supply before servicing this unit.

• Never unplug an appliance by pulling the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet to prevent damaging the power cord.

• Do not damage or puncture refrigerant tubing.

• Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape glue. Wipe with warm water only.

• Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the builtin structure, clear of obstruction.

• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance unless specifically recommended in this manual. Any other servicing should be done by a qualified technician.

• Do not scatter the packing materials. Sort the various items of waste and take them to the nearest specialized waste collection facility.

Instructions

1.5 Installation cautions

CAUTION WARNING

• Leave the appliance standing vertically for at least two hours before turning it on for the first time.

• Leave sufficient space around the appliance and install it on a flat surface.

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

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

• Pay attention not to scratch or damage the floor when installing the appliance.

• Do not wiggle or drag the appliance when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.

• Never cover or block the appliance’s ventilation openings.

1.6 Usage warnings

• Read all instructions.

• This appliance is not intended for use by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Do not leave children unattended:

- Children should not be left alone

or unattended in the area where the appliance is being used. Never allow children to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.

• Never allow children to play with the refrigerator and let them use the drawers, shelves and others parts of the appliance only as described in this handbook.

• Do not attempt to repair, disassemble or modify the appliance yourself.

• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

Instructions

• Do not use the appliance if the power plug or cord is damaged.

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

• Use nonflammable cleaner.

• Do not climb, stand or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator. This could result in severe injuries or in damage to the appliance.

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

• Never touch frozen product straight from the freezer or put it in your mouth. This can cause burn injury due to very low temperatures.

• Do not store explosive or flammable substances, such as gasoline in or in the vicinity of this refrigerator or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors, liquids or materials near this or any other

appliance.

• Do not store objects on the top of the appliance.

• Do not store bottled or canned liquids in the freezer compartment.

• Unplug your appliance before cleaning and making repairs.

• Always unplug the appliance from the power mains in the event of a breakdown, maintenance, when replacing the light bulb or cleaning.

• Do not insert the power plug into a wall socket with wet hands.

• Use nonflammable cleaner.

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

• Do not defrost or clean the appliance with a steam cleaner.

• Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator.

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

• Do not store inflammable, explosive or volatile substances.

• Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires - Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.

Instructions

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

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

• Do not put frozen food straight from the freezer compartment into your mouth.

1.7 Usage cautions

CAUTION

• For safety reasons and to avoid damage to your appliance, never sit, stand or lean on the refrigerator door.

• Never cover or block the appliance’s ventilation openings.

• Do not refreeze frozen foods which have partly or completely defrosted.

• Do not strike or apply too much force to any glass surface.

• Never move the appliance by pulling on the door or the handle.

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

• Wear proper apparel. Loosefitting or hanging garments should

never be worn while using the appliance.

• Observe maximum storage times and expiration dates of frozen goods.

1.8 Disposal Warning

DANGER

• Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator/freezer:

- Remove doors.

- Leave shelves in place so

children may not easily climb inside.

• Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the refrigerator is unpacked. Children should NEVER use these items to play. They can cause suffocation and death.

WARNING

• Before you throw away your old refrigerator/freezer:

- Pull out the power cord plug.

- Cut off the power cord.

- Have refrigerant removed and

disposed by a qualified service technician.

Instructions

- Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator.

- Never allow children to play with the refrigerator.

1.9 How to read the user manual

This user manual uses the following reading conventions:

Instructions

General information on this user manual, on safety and final disposal.

Description

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

Description of the appliance and its accessories.

Use

Information on the use of the appliance and its accessories, food storage advice.

Cleaning and maintenance

Information for proper cleaning and maintenance of the appliance.

Installation

Information for the qualified technician: Installation, operation and inspection.

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