Smeg FR238A7 User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR

COMPARTMENT HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER

COMPARTMENT HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER HOW TO CLEAN THE REFRIGERATOR

COMPARTMENT CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

Your new appliance is designed exclusively for

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domestic use

To get the most out of your new appliance, read the user handbook thoroughly. The handbook contains a description of the appliance and useful tips for storing food.

Keep this handbook for future consultation.

After unpacking, make sure that the appliance is

undamaged and that the door closes properly. Any damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance. Wait at least two hours before switching the

appliance on in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient. Installation of the appliance and electrical

connections must be carried out by a qualified electrician, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and local safety regulations Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

1.Packing

The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and marked with the recycling symbol. Follow local regulations for scrapping. Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous.

2.Scrapping

The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material. This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Before scrapping, make the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside the appliance. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. Deliver the appliance immediately to an authorized dump; do not leave it unattended even for a few days, since it is potentially dangerous for children. For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Information:

This appliance does not contain CFCs (replaced with R134a) or HFCs (replaced with R600a). Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): isobutane is a naturally occurring, low environmental impact gas. Caution is required, however, because isobutane is flammable. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that refrigerant pipelines are not damaged.

Declaration of conformity

This appliance is designed to store food and is

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manufactured in conformity with EEC directive No. 89/109/CEE, 90/128/CEE, 02/72/CEE.

This appliance is designed, manufactured, and

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retailed in compliance with:

- the safety objectives of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC;

- the protection requirements of the “EMC” Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by Directive 93/68/EEC;

The electrical safety of the appliance can only be

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guaranteed if the product is connected to an approved earth connection.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Use the refrigerator compartment only for

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storing fresh food and beverages and use the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes.

After installation, make sure that the appliance is

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not standing on the power supply cable. Do not store glass containers with liquids in the

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freezer since they may burst. Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately

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after taking them out of the freezer since they may cause cold burns.

Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning,

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always unplug the appliance or disconnect the power supply.

Make sure that your appliance is not near a heat

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source. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

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vapours and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

To ensure proper ventilation leave a 1 cm space

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on both sides and above the appliance. Ensure that the vent outlets on the appliance

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casing or housing unit are unobstructed in order to allow correct air circulation.

All appliances equipped with an ice maker or

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water dispenser must be connected to a mains water supply that delivers potable water o nly (with water pressure between 1.7 and 8.1 bar (25 and 117 PSI)). Ice makers and/ or water dispensers not directly connected to a mains water supply must be filled with potable water only.

Install and level the appliance on a floor strong

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enough to take its weight and in an area suitable for its size and use.

Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated

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place The appliance is set for operation at specific ambient temperature ranges, according to the climatic class indicated on the data plate: The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long period at a temperature above or below the indicated range.

Climatic class Amb. T. (°C) Amb. T. (°F)

SN From 10 to 32 From 50 to 90

N From 16 to 32 From 61 to 90

ST From 18 to 38 From 64 to 100

T From 18 to 43 From 64 to 110

Be careful not to damage the floors when you

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move the appliance (e.g. parquet flooring). Do not use mechanical devices or any means

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other than those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up the defrosting process.

Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

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Do not use electrical appliances inside the

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freezer compartments, unless such appliances are specifically recommended by the manufacturer.

This appliance is not designed for use by young

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children or the infirm. To avoid the risk of children being trapped and

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therefore suffocating, do not allow them to play or hide inside the appliance.

The power cable may only be replaced by an

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authorized person. Do not use extension leads or adapters.

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It must be possible to disconnect the appliance

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from the mains by unplugging it or by m eans of a two-pole switch fitted upline of the socket.

Ensure that the voltage indicated on the

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appliance data plate corresponds to the domestic supply voltage

Do not ingest the contents (non-toxic) of the ice

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packs (if provided).

HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

This appliance is a refrigerator with a start freezer compartment.

Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic.

The refrigerator can operate at ambient temperatures between +10°C and +38°C. Optimal performance is obtained at temperatures between +16°C and +32°C.

Switching on the refrigerator for the first time

Insert the plug into the mains socket. The thermostat is used to adjust the temperature of both compartments: refrigerator and freezer.

How to adjust the temperature of the compartments:

For correct operation and optimum storage of food,

1. instructions given in the enclosed product sheet for thermostat adjustment.

To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment,

turn the thermostat control knob:

•lowest/MIN

temperatures;

•highest/MAX

temperatures.

Thermostat set to●: no operation, no light.

Note:

The ambient air temperature, frequency of door opening and the position of the appliance can affect internal temperatures. These factors must be taken into account when setting the thermostat.

How to use the refrigerator compartment

Position the food as illustrated in the figure. A. Cooked food B. Fish, meat C. Fruit and vegetables D. Bottles E. Eggs F. Butter, cheese and dairy produc ts

Notes:

The space between the shelves and the rear wall of the

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refrigerator compartment must be unobstructed to allow circulation of air. Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the

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refrigerator compartment. Do not place hot food in the refrigerator or freezer.

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Store liquids in closed containers.

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Storing vegetables with a high water content can result in

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condensation in the crisper drawer: this will not affe ct the correct operation of the appliance.

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LEAST COLD

COLDEST

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