User manual SMEG FD260P

[. . . ] GB Instructions for use Refrigerator-freezer We thank you for the confidence you have shown by purchasing our appliance. The lower part is the refrigerator compartment intended for storing fresh food at temperatures above 0°C. The upper part is the freezer compartment intended for freezing fresh food and long-term storage of frozen food (up to one year, depending on the type of food). This compartment is labeled with four stars / asterisks. Important warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] Start from the bottom and work your way up: attach and secure the lower hinge (E2) supplied in a bag; mount the door (G); fasten the hinge (D); mount the door (F); and fasten the hinge (C). Do not forget to use the washers, placing them as they were before the door was removed. Changing the handle position: remove the covers, undo the screws, and attach the handle to the opposite side. Use the covers supplied in a bag to cover the slot where the handle was initially attached. Save the hinge E1 in case you need to change the direction of door opening again at a later time. 9 305888 Appliance operation CONTROL UNIT I A Temperature setting and on/off knob B Super Freeze switch Turning the appliance on/off Turn on: rotate the thermostat knob clockwise towards position 7. Turn off: rotate the knob back to position STOP (0). Setting the temperature • Higher settings (towards 7) selected with the knob correspond to lower (cooler) temperatures. Only use higher settings when a lower temperature is desired and recommended or when environment temperature is lower than 16°C. When the environment temperature is normal, a medium setting is recommended. • A change in the environment temperature affects the temperature in the appliance. - vegetable drawer / bin: fresh fruit, vegetables, salads, root vegetables, potatoes, onions, garlic, tomatoes, tropical fruit, sauerkraut, turnips, etc. Refrigerator door areas: - upper / medium part: eggs, butter, cheeses, etc. Freezer parts: - upper shelf position: freezing - lower shelf position: storage - door lining: packed vegetables, ice-creams, ice, etc. 13 305888 Storing food in the refrigerator Important warnings on food storage Appropriate use of the appliance, appropriate food packaging, maintaining the appropriate temperature and observing the hygienic guidelines will affect decisively the quality of food storage. Food stored in the refrigerator should be placed in closed containers or otherwise suitably packed to prevent emitting scent and moisture. Do not store inflammable, volatile, and explosive substances in the refrigerator. Bottles with high alcohol content should be tightly sealed and stored in an upright position. Some organic solutions, essential oils in lemon and orange peel, butter acid, etc. may damage the plastic surfaces in case of a prolonged contact, causing premature ageing of these materials. Unpleasant smell warns of poor appliance cleanliness or deteriorated food (see Cleaning and Maintenance). Remove perishables from the refrigerator before a longer period of absence from home. Refrigerator interior equipment 14 The equipment depends on the models. • The shelves can be inserted to any of the shelf guides in the refrigerator interior. To remove a shelf from the refrigerator, lift is slightly at the front, tilt as required, and pull it out. Food that perishes quickly should be kept at the back of the shelf where the temperatures are lower. [. . . ] • Frost and ice accumulated in a layer of 3-5 mm will cause an increase in power consumption; therefore it should be removed regularly. • Condenser unit on the back of the refrigerator should always be kept clean, free of dust or deposit from kitchen smoke. Use a soft non-metal brush or a vacuum cleaner to clean the dust periodically. • After cleaning, switch on the appliance and put the food back in. 19 305888 Troubleshooting Problem: After connecting to the power mains, the appliance does not operate: Cooling system has been working continuously for a long period of time: Cause or remedy: • Make sure the wall outlet is powered and that the appliance is plugged in. [. . . ]