Installing And Operating Your Fridge - Smeg FS18EV3HX Instruction Booklet

• When the door of the cooler is closed,
a vacuum seal will form. W ait for
about 1 minute before reopening it.
• This application is optional for easy
opening of the door. W ith this
application, a little condensation may
occur around this area and you may
remove it.

Installing and operating your fridge

Before starting to use your fridge, you should pay attention to the following points:
• Operating voltage for your fridge is 220-240 V at 50Hz.
• Before using your fridge, please call the nearest authorised service for help with the
installation, operation and usage of your fridge.
• W e do not accept responsibility for any damages that occur due to ungrounded
usage.
• Place your fridge where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• Your appliance should be at least 50 cm away from stoves, gas ovens and heater
cores, and at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens.
• Your fridge should never be used outdoors or exposed to rain.
• When your fridge is placed next to a deep freezer, there should be at
least 2 cm between them to prevent humidity forming on the outer
surface.
• Do not place heavy items on the appliance.
• Do not place anything on your fridge, and install your fridge in a
suitable place so that at least 15 cm of free space is available
above it.
• If you will place your fridge next to your kitchen cabinets, leave a
space of 2 cm between them.
• Install the plastic distance guide (the part with black vanes at the
rear) by turning it 90° (as shown in the figure) to prevent the
condenser from touching the wall.
• The refrigerator should be placed against a wall with a free space
not exceeding 75 mm.
• Use the adjustable front legs to make sure your appliance is level
and stable. You can adjust the legs by turning them in either direction. This should
be done before placing food in the fridge.
• Before using your fridge, wipe all parts with a solution of warm water and a teaspoon
of sodium bicarbonate, then rinse with clean water anddry. Place all parts in the
fridge after cleaning.
• Do not use plug adapter
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