4.4 What to do if... 5 Installation 5.1 Electrical connection 5.2 Positioning We advise you to read this manual carefully, as it contains all the instructions for maintaining the appliance’s aesthetic and functional qualities. For further information on the product: www.smeg.com...
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.
Instructions 1.3 Intended purpose • Do not install this appliance: This appliance is intended to be used - outdoor, in household and similar applications - in manufactured (mobile) homes, such as: in recreational vehicles (RVs) or boat. • staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;...
Instructions • Do not damage the power cord • Do not scatter the packing when moving the appliance. materials. Sort the various items of waste and take them to the • Have the wall outlet and circuit nearest specialized waste checked by a qualified electrician collection facility.
Instructions • Never use the open door to lever • Do not leave children unattended: the appliance into place when - Children should not be left alone fitting. or unattended in the area where • Avoid exerting too much pressure the appliance is being used.
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Instructions • Bottles containing strong alcoholic • Always unplug the appliance from drinks must be tightly closed and the power mains in the event of a stored vertically. breakdown, maintenance, when replacing the light bulb or • Never touch frozen product cleaning.
Instructions • Organic compounds, acids and • Never move the appliance by essential oils can corrode the pulling on the door or the handle. seals and plastic surfaces if left in • Do not use the appliance to cool contact with them for extended rooms for any reason.
Instructions 1.9 How to read the user manual This user manual uses the following reading WARNING conventions: • Before you throw away your old Instructions refrigerator/freezer: General information on this user manual, on safety and final - Pull out the power cord plug. disposal.
Description 2 Description 2.1 General Description 1 Freezer compartment 7 Balcony for dairy products 2 Removable racks 8 Balcony for eggs 3 Defrosting water drain channel 9 Flexible tab bottle-holder 4 Lid for fruit and vegetable drawer 10 Bottle balcony 5 Fruit and vegetable drawer 11 Bulb-holder 6 Adjustable feet...
Description 2.2 Description of parts Defrost water outlet At the back of the refrigerator compartment, Interior lighting under the refrigeration plate, there are a The interior of the appliance is lit when the groove and a hole for collecting the water door is opened and turned off when it is from defrosting.
Description Door containers Fruit and vegetable drawer The door inner side contains suitable For storing fruit and vegetables, maintaining balconies for storing foodstuffs in small a constant humidity level. containers. The shelf in the lower part of the door is useful for storing bottles. 2.3 Control panel Balcony for dairy products A special cheese and dairy product box...
Description 2.4 Available accessories Ice cube pan NOTE: Not all accessories are available on some models. NOTE: The accessories intended to come into contact with food are made of For producing ice cubes; to be placed in materials that comply with the the freezer compartment.
3 Use 3.2 Preliminary operations 1. Remove any protective film from the 3.1 Instructions outside or inside of the appliance, including accessories. WARNING 2. Remove any labels (apart from the technical data plate) from the • Do not store explosive or flammable substances, such as gasoline in or in the accessories and shelves.
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Refrigerator thermostat adjustment NOTE: Increasing from position 1 to 5 temperature decreases in the refrigerator compartment. NOTE: Regulation of the temperature of the freezer compartment is The knob in the top right-hand corner of the controlled by the main thermostat. appliance is used to set the refrigerating temperature.
3.4 Using the accessories Door balconies and shelves Suitable for storing eggs, butter, dairy Shelves products, preserves and other small food packages/containers. The lower part of the CAUTION door has a shelf for bottles. Avoid placing excessively heavy bottles on the shelf and •...
Ice tray Fill the ice tray with water, which can be cold or at room temperature. Place it horizontally in the freezer. Close the freezer door and wait a few hours. When the water has fully frozen, remove the tray from the freezer compartment and remove the ice for use.
• The drawers, shelves and trays on the Storage life table door are correctly positioned in their holders: if they are not, put them in Foodstuff Time correctly; Eggs, smoked meats, • Bottles and containers on the various max 10 days marinated foods, cheese shelves are stable and not touching each other: otherwise, the vibration resulting...
3.8 Food storage advice Refrigerator compartment • Keep dairy products, ready meals, Practical energy saving advice pastries, fruit juices, beer etc. in the • Correct use of the appliance, correct central part. packaging of foodstuffs, a constant • Keep meats, cold cuts etc. in the lower temperature and food hygiene have part.
Cleaning and maintenance 4 Cleaning and maintenance 4.2 Cleaning the appliance A special antibacterial protection on the 4.1 Instructions appliance's interior walls prevents bacterial growth and keeps them clean. They must WARNING nevertheless be cleaned regularly in order to keep them in good condition. •...
Cleaning and maintenance • After washing the components, dry them 4.3 Defrosting thoroughly. CAUTION • Do not use electrical appliances (e.g. hair dryers) or sprays for defrosting, the plastic parts could be damaged. NOTE: Occasional presence of frost inside the freezer compartment is normal.
Cleaning and maintenance 4.4 What to do if... NOTE: The appliance does not work: The amount of ice which forms on • Make sure that the appliance is plugged the back wall may vary with in and that the main switch is turned on. changes in weather conditions, the The compressor starts to function too often frequency with which the door is...
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Cleaning and maintenance The refrigerator compartment is not Excessive ice has built up inside the freezer sufficiently cold: compartment: • The thermostat is set at too high a • The thermostat is set at too low a temperature. temperature. • The door is being opened too often or •...
Installation 5 Installation • The plug must always be accessible when the appliance is installed. 5.1 Electrical connection • Leave the appliance standing vertically for at least two hours before turning it on DANGER for the first time. • If it is necessary to replace the power •...
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Installation Always install the appliance in a dry place Choice of location with satisfactory ventilation. Depending on its climate class (stated on the nameplate WARNING inside the refrigerator compartment), the Do not install this appliance: appliance can be used in different •...
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Installation Spacers If the floor is not perfectly level, use the four adjustable feet on the front part of the To ensure proper cooling of the condenser, appliance. the appliance must not be placed too close Level the appliance horizontally adjusting its to the wall.
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Installation NOTE: In order for the appliance to be installed correctly, the door must be able to close properly. Ensure that the door seals close hermetically, especially at the corners. CAUTION • Do not press, do not tear or detach the seal from the door.