User manual SMEG CWG530DE-1

[. . . ] Entrust the disposal of a scrap unit categorically to competence of your local waste disposal service and contact your local authority or your dealer if you have any questions. Please ensure that the pipe of work of your refrigerating unit does not get damaged prior to being picked-up by the relevant waste disposal service. Important note: Please read this booklet before installing and switching on this appliance. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation and usage as described in this booklet. EN - 2 - Safety warnings Warning: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. [. . . ] • When taking ice made in the freezer department, do not touch it, ice may cause iceburns and/or cuts. Do not eat ice-cream and ice cubes immediately after you take them out of the freezer department!• Fix the accessories in the fridge during transportation to prevent damage to accessories. • The 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. Children should be supervised to ensure that they don’t play with the appliance. • If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or service agent or similary qualified people in order to avoid a hazard. EN - 3 - Installing and Operating your Fridge • Before making the connection to the power supply, ensure that the voltage on the nameplate corresponds to the voltage of electrical system at your home. This plug should be used with a grounded receptacle that has a 16 amper fuse minimum. If you don’t have a receptacle confirming with this, please have it done by a qualified electirician. • We do not take the responsibility of the damages that occur due to ungrounded usage. • Place your fridge in a place that it would not be exposed to direct sunlight. • Your appliance should be at least 50 cm away from stoves, ovens and heater cores, and should be at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens. • You can put the fruits and vegetables into crisper without packing. Freezer Compartment • The use of freezer is, storing of deep-frozen or frozen foods for long periods of time and making ice cubes. • To freeze fresh food, ensure that as much of the surface as possible of food to be frozen is in contact with the cooling surface. • Do not put fresh food with frozen on side by side as it can thaw the frozen food. • While freezing fresh foods(i. e meat, fish and mincemeat), divide them in parts you will use in one time. • Once the unit has been defrosted replace the foods into freezer and remember to consume them in as short period of time. • For storing the frozen foods;the instructions shown on frozen food packages should always be followed carefully and if no information is provided food should not be stored for more than 3 months from the purchased date. • W hen buying frozen foods ensure that these have been frozen at suitable temperatures and that the packing is intact. • Frozen foods should be transported in appopriate containers to maintain the quality of the food and should be returned to the freezing surfaces of the unit in the shortest possible time. • If a package of frozen food shows the sign of humidity and abnormal swelling it is probable that it has been previously stored at an unsuitable temperature and that the contents have deteriorated. • The strorage life of froozen foods depends on the room temperature, thermostat setting, how often the door is opened, the type of food and the length of time required to transport the product from the shop to your home. Always follow the instruductions printed on the package and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated. Not that; if you want to open again immediately after closing the freezer door, it will not be opened easily. [. . . ] • During defrosting, frozen foods should be wrapped in several layers of paper and kept in a cool place. • Set thermostat knob to position « 0 » or unplug the unit; leave the door open until completely defrosted. • To accelerate the defrosting process one or more basins of warm water can be placed in the freezer compartment. • Dry the inside of the unit carefully and set the thermostat knob to MAX position. EN - 8 - Replacing The Light Bulb To replace the bulb in freezer and fridge departments; 1- Unplug your fridge. [. . . ]