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- Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF AN UPRIGHT FRIDGE FREEZER...
- Page 2 We wish you find a lot of pleasure in its use. Visit our website to: Get usage advice, brochures, trouble shooter, service, and repair information: www.smeg.com/services/customer-service Subject to change without notice. Link to the EU EPREL database The QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance provides a web link to the registration of this appliance in the EU EPREL database.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Important notes and precautions ..................Before using the appliance for the first time ................Important safety instructions ....................Important information on the use of appliance ................. Environment protection ......................Advice for saving power with refrigeration appliances ............Installation and connection ....................Selecting the room ........................ - Page 4 Cleaning the appliance ......................Troubleshooting ........................Information about appliance noise ..................
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Page 5: Important Notes And Precautions
Important notes and precautions Before using the appliance for the first time Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, please read carefully the instructions for use which describe the appliance and its correct and safe use. The instructions apply to several appliance types/models;... - Page 6 ELECTRIC SHOCK! WARNING! If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. ELECTRIC SHOCK! WARNING! When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged. ELECTRIC SHOCK! If LED lighting does not work, call a service technician.
- Page 7 Safety of children and vulnerable persons The 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 supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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Page 8: Important Information On The Use Of Appliance
Warning regarding the refrigerant The appliance contains a small amount of an environmentally friendly yet flammable gas R600a. Make sure that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. A gas leak is not hazardous to the environment, but it could cause eye injury or fire. In case of a gas leak, ventilate the room thoroughly, disconnect the appliance from the power mains, and call a service technician. -
Page 9: Environment Protection
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance. If the appliance will be out of use for an extended period of time, switch it off using the relevant button, and unplug it from the power mains. - Page 10 The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the product should not be treated as normal household waste. The product should be taken to an authorized collection centre for waste electric and electronic equipment processing. Correct disposal of the product will help prevent any negative effects on the environment and health of people which could occur in case of incorrect product removal.
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Page 11: Advice For Saving Power With Refrigeration Appliances
Advice for saving power with refrigeration appliances • Install the appliance as specified in the instruction manual. • Do not open the door more often than necessary. • Occasionally make sure air circulation underneath the appliance is unobstructed. • If the gasket is damaged or does not provide a perfect seal for any reason, have it replaced as soon as possible. -
Page 12: Installation And Connection
Installation and connection Selecting the room • Install the appliance in a dry and well ventilated room. The appliance will operate correctly if the environment temperature is in the interval specified in the table. The appliance class is indicated on the rating plate / label with the basic information on the appliance. Description Class Ambient temperature range °C... - Page 13 • The appliance must stand level or tilted slightly to the back. It should be stable and placed a solid base. At the front, the appliance is fi tted with two adjustable feet that can be used to level the appliance.
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Page 14: Connecting The Appliance
• The appliance is intended for free-standing installation. To reach the rated/minimum power consumption, always provide 50 mm of clearance between the wall and the back of the appliance, and above the appliance. Also allow adequate air circulation on either side of the appliance and above it. -
Page 15: Reversing The Door Opening Direction
Reversing the door opening direction The direction in which the appliance door opens can be reversed. Note: Disconnect the appliance from the power mains before reversing the door opening direction. Tools required: Socket wrench No. 8, Cross-point screwdriver Flat screwdriver Spanner No. - Page 16 Remove the top door from the middle hinge by carefully lifting it straight up. Lay the door onto a smooth surface. Take the (right) cap/cover (4) from the bag and place it on the spot from which the top hinge was removed. Remove and save the cap/cover from the other side (5) to which the hinge will be relocated.
- Page 17 11. Tilt the appliance backwards and remove the adjustable foot (11). Undo the three screws on the bottom hinge (14) and remove it. Remove the extra foot (12) from the bottom hinge pin (13). Unscrew the pin (13) from the bottom hinge and screw it onto the opposite side of the hinge, complete with the extra foot (12).
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Page 18: Description Of The Appliance
Description of the appliance Appliance interior equipment may change according to the appliance model. This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class G. A Refrigerator 1. Control panel 2. LED lighting 3. MultiFlow 4. Glass shelves 5. FreshZone drawer 6. -
Page 19: Operating The Appliance
Operating the appliance Appliance on/off key Refrigerator/freezer compartment switch key Freezer compartment display Refrigerator compartment display Temperature setting key Set temperature display Intensive freezing (fast freeze) on/off key Intensive freezing (fast freeze) function indicator Eco function on/off key Eco function indicator Switching the appliance on/off When you connect the appliance to the power mains for the first time, the appliance will be in standby mode (switched off, but powered). -
Page 20: Adjusting The Temperature In The Appliance
Adjusting the temperature in the appliance INFORMATION! • Appliance temperature is preset at the factory to the recommended setting, i.e. 4°C for the refrigerator compartment and -18°C for the freezer compartment. • After the appliance is switched on, it may take several hours for the set temperature to be reached. -
Page 21: Control Unit/Display Standby Mode
Control unit/display standby mode INFORMATION! 30 second after you have pressed the most recent key, the control unit switches to standby mode. All indicators on the control unit will be switched off. There are exceptions when some indicators remain lit although the control unit is in standby mode. Such exceptions include the following: •... - Page 22 To activate: press the D key to activate the intensive freezing (super freeze) function. You will hear a beep and indicators B1 and D1 will light up. FF will appear on the display unit C1. FF will be lit up as long as the function is active if display B1 is selected with the B key.
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Page 23: Eco Function
Eco function Switching on: To activate the Eco function, briefly press the E key. The symbol E1 will light up. When this function is activated, the appliance operates under optimum settings. If the intensive freezing (super freeze) function or the manual freezer compartment defrosting function are activated, then the Eco function cannot be activated. -
Page 24: Open Door Alarm
• The next time you press the C key, the set temperature display for the compartment with excessive temperature will start to flash. At the same time, the symbol for the compartment in which the temperature is too high will also be lit up (B1 or B2). •... -
Page 25: Appliance Interior Equipment
Appliance interior equipment ( * Equipment depends on the model) Shelf You can lay out the empty shelves to your liking across the guides in the refrigerator interior without having to remove them from the refrigerator. To move the shelf or take it out from the refrigerator, slightly lift it at the back, pull it towards you, and then either move it or take it out of the appliance. -
Page 26: Freshzone Drawer
• Pulling out the bin: Pull out the bin as far as it will go. Then, lift the front part and pull it out completely. FreshZone drawer * (Only in some models) In the FreshZone compartment, food stays fresh longer than in a conventional refrigerator, retaining more flavour and nutrients. -
Page 27: Door Racks
Door racks Interior side of the refrigerator door is fitted with shelves intended for storing cheese, butter, eggs, yoghurt, and other smaller packages, tubes, cans etc. You may lay out the racks as desired by lifting them slightly from the grooves that hold them in place and moving them to the desired spot, making sure to fit them in the grooves there. -
Page 28: Recommended Distribution Of Food In The Appliance
Recommended distribution of food in the appliance Sections in the refrigerator compartment: • upper part: canned food, bread, wine, pastry ... • middle part: dairy products, ready-made meals, desserts, soft drinks, beer, cooked food, etc. • FreshZone bin: meat, meat produce, delicatessen,... •... -
Page 29: Storing Food In The Refrigerator
Storing food in the refrigerator Important warnings regarding food storage INFORMATION! Correct use of the appliance, appropriate packaging, maintaining the right temperature, and observing the food hygiene standards have a decisive impact on the quality of food storage. Observe the expiry dates for the food, indicated on the packaging. Food stored in the refrigerator should be kept in closed containers or in appropriate packaging to prevent it from emitting or receiving odours and humidity. -
Page 30: Freezing And Storing Frozen Food
Freezing and storing frozen food Freezing procedure INFORMATION! Maximum amount of fresh food that may be inserted at once is specified on the appliance rating plate. If the amount of food to be frozen exceeds the indicated amount, the quality of freezing will be inferior;... -
Page 31: Frozen Food Storage Time
Frozen food storage time Recommended storage time in the freezer Type of food Storage life Fruit, beef from 10 to 12 months Vegetables, veal, poultry from 8 to 10 months Venison from 6 to 8 months Pork from 4 to 6 months Finely chopped or minced meat 4 months Bread, pastas, cooked dishes, whitefish... -
Page 32: Defrosting The Appliance
Defrosting the appliance Automatic refrigerator defrosting Refrigerator does not need defrosting because the ice on the back interior wall is thawed automatically. Any accumulated ice will melt when the compressor unit is inactive. Drops will flow through an opening in the refrigerator rear wall into a tray fitted above the compressor, from where they will evaporate. Make sure the opening in the back wall in the refrigerator interior is never blocked by food or any other object. - Page 33 Cleaning the appliance WARNING! Before cleaning, unplug the appliance from the power mains switch off the appliance (see chapter Switching the Appliance On/Off) and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. • Use a soft cloth to clean all surfaces. Cleaners that contain abrasive substances, acids, or solvents are not suitable for cleaning as they may damage the surface.
- Page 34 Troubleshooting Problem: Cause or remedy: Appliance is connected to • Make sure there is voltage in the power outlet and that the the power mains but it does appliance is switched on. not work. Cooling system operates • Too high environment temperature. continuously for a long •...
- Page 35 Table continued from last page Problem: Cause or remedy: Door is difficult to open: • If you are trying to open the freezer door after just having closed it, this could be difficult to do. As you open the door, some cool air escapes from the appliance and it is replaced by warm air from the environment.
- Page 36 Table continued from last page Problem: Cause or remedy: E9 appears on the display • Door was open for too long. Close the door. unit: • If the door is not open, or if E9 is still displayed 10 minutes after you have closed the door, then there is a door sensor failure.
- Page 37 Information about appliance noise Cooling in refrigerator freezers is made possible by a cooling system that also includes a compressor (and a fan with some appliances), which generates some noise. The level of noise depends on installation, proper use, and age of the appliance. •...
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