User manual SMEG GP64ES ISTRUZIONI VARIE

[. . . ] Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Before scrapping, make the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside the appliance. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. Deliver the appliance immediately to an authorized dump; do not leave it unattended even for a few days, since it is potentially dangerous for children. [. . . ] · The electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed if the product is connected to an approved earth connection. 15 PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS · Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh food and beverages and use the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes. · After installation, make sure that the appliance is not standing on the power supply cable. · Do not store glass containers with liquids in the freezer since they may burst. · Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer since they may cause cold burns. · Before servicing or cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply. · Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. · To ensure proper ventilation leave a space on both sides and at the top of the refrigerator. · Ensure that the vent outlets on the appliance casing or housing unit are unobstructed in order to allow correct air circulation. · All appliances equipped with an ice maker or water dispenser must be connected to a mains water supply that delivers potable water only (with water pressure between 1. 7 and 8. 1 bar (25 and 117 PSI)). Ice makers and/ or water dispensers not directly connected to a mains water supply must be filled with potable water only. · Install and level the appliance on a floor strong enough to take its weight and in an area suitable for its size and use. When purchasing frozen food products: · Ensure that the packaging is not damaged (frozen food in damaged packaging may have deteriorated). If the package is swollen or has damp patches, it may not have been stored under optimal conditions and defrosting may have already begun. · Once at home, place the frozen foods immediately in the freezer. Making ice cubes · Fill the ice cube trays (9) 3/4 with water and place them at the bottom of the freezer compartment. · Use a spoon handle to remove ice cube trays which stick to the compartment. Do not use sharp or pointed instruments. 18 HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE APPLIANCE Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning operations, unplug the appliance from the mains socket. Defrost the freezer compartment when the ice on the walls reaches a thickness of 3 mm. · Remove foodstuffs from the or freezer and turn the thermostat knob to z. · The frozen food must be wrapped in sheets of newspaper (or a cover) and kept in a cool place. · Clean the freezer compartment using a sponge dampened in a solution of lukewarm water and/or neutral detergent. · Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is fully automatic. [. . . ] Perform the checks for point 4, and then: ·Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply. ·If necessary replace the bulb with a new one (220÷240V, 15 Watt). ·Removing the light bulb: Unscrew the bulb anticlockwise as shown in the figure 20 AFTER-SALES SERVICE Before contacting After-Sales Service: 1. See if you can solve the problem yourself with the help of the "Troubleshooting guide"). [. . . ]