User manual SMEG FL227P

[. . . ] Refrigerator - Freezer EN Thank you for your trust and for buying this appliance. We hope it will successfully serve the purpose for many years. Refrigerator with freezer is for domestic use only. The lower part of the appliance is refrigerator and is used for storing fresh foods at the temperature of 0°C and higher. The upper part is freezer and is used for freezing fresh foods and storing frozen foods for longer periods of time (up to one year, depending on the kind of foods you store). [. . . ] · Changes of the ambient temprature affect temperature in the interior of the appliance (choose correct setting of the thermostat knob). · In STOP (0) position the appliance does not operate (the cooling system is switched off), yet power supply is not interrupted (the light is on, when you open the refrigerator door). Temperature Selection · Higher settings on the knob (towards 7) mean lower temperatures (colder) in all three compartments of the appliance. At higher settings temperature in the interior of the appliance may even drop below 0°C. When Instructions for Use 33 · Temperature in the refrigerator and in freezing compartment depends on the frequency of opening the door as well. Use Storing Fresh Foods Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed food, correct temperature and taking into account hygienic precautions will substantially influence the quality of the food stored. · Foods to be stored in the refrigerator should be properly packed as to prevent mixing various moisture degrees and odors (in polyethylene bags or sheet, aluminium foil, wax paper, or stored in covered containers or bottles). · Before storing food in the refrigerator, remove the excessive packaging (like yoghurt in multi-package). · Pack systematically and make sure that foodstuffs do not touch each other (various odours may mix). · Beverages with high alcohol percentage shall be stored in tightly sealed bottles in vertical position. · Some organic solutions like volatile oils in lemon and orange peel, acid in butter etc. can cause damages when in contact with plastic surfaces or gaskets for longer period of time. · The amount of fresh foods that can be loaded in the freezer within 24 hours is indicated on the rating plate (freezing capacity). If the loaded amount is too large, the quality of freezing is reduced which affects the quality of frozen foods. the switch, which has previously been engaged. The switch is ON when the marking (I)or colour marking is visible, and OFF when the marking (0) is visible or colour marking is not visible (depending on model). · The next time you want to freeze fresh foods, repeat the freezing procedure and be careful that packages with fresh foods do not touch frozen packages. · For freezing smaller amount of foods (up to 1 kg) there is no need to change the thermostat setting (see Temperature Selection). Freezing Procedure · Before it starts freezing, set the thermostat to the position 3-6 for 24 hours. If you have a model with integrated switch for intensive cooling, turn ON the switch. 24 hours from the time when fresh food was put in the appliance turn the thermostat dial to the operating temperature (see temperature selection). At the above mentioned model it is necessary to turn OFF Storing Frozen Foods Frozen foods can be stored on the bottom of the appliance or on the shelf. Commercially Frozen Foods The storage time and the recommended temperature for storing commercially frozen foods are indicated on the packaging. When shopping, be careful and choose only adequately packed foods provided with complete data and stored in freezers 35 Instructions for Use where the temperature is not higher than -18°C. Be careful that packages don't start to thaw, as the temperature raise reduces the quality of foods. Storage time (in months) 5 6 7 8 + Approximate Storage Time for Frozen Foods Food 1 Vegetable Fruit Braed, Pastries Milk Redy-made meals Meat: Beef Veal Pork Poultry Game Minced meat Smoked sausages Fish: lean fat Offal 2 3 4 9 + 10 + + 11 + 12 + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + Defrosting Frozen Food Partially thawed or defrosted foods should be used as soon as possible. Cold air preserves the food but it does not destroy microorganisms which rapidly activate after defrosting and make foods perishable. Partial defrosting reduces the nutritional value of foods, especially of fruits, vegetables and ready-made meals. how often you open the door. It usually takes 26 hours (depends on which model of refrigerator you have). [. . . ] Mounting instructions were prepared for various types/models of appliances, therefore they may describe some procedures that do not apply to your appliance. Mounting Dimensions and Required Air Circulation 9 Changing the Direction of Opening the Door 10-11 Mounting the Appliance 12-13 8 Mounting Instructions Mounting Dimensions and Required Air Circulation The rear wall of the appliance is getting warm during the operation of the appliance (and water is evaporating from the drain pan on the compressor). You must therefore provide for adequate air circulation on the rear of the appliance. · At the base of the kitchen unit intended for building in the integrated appliance, there should be at least 200 cm² free space, for adequate air circulation. · On the upper part of the appliance the air is coming out, so try not to cover the opening for the outflow air. A (mm) 575 875 1025 1225 B (mm) 575-580 875-880 1025-1030 1225-1230 Mounting Instructions 9 Changing the Direction of Opening the Door If you find the direction of opening the door on your appliance inconvenient, you can change it. [. . . ]