User manual SMEG SAC106S

[. . . ] • Use higher thermostat settings only when required or recommended. • Before loading the appliance with packages of fresh foods, make sure they are cooled to ambient temperature. • Ice and frost layer increase energy consumption, so do clean the appliance as soon as the layer is 3-5 mm thick. • If the gasket is damaged or if it turns out that the sealing is poor, the energy consumption is substantially higher. • The condenser on the rear wall should be always clean, free of dust or any impurities. [. . . ] The appliance should be positioned at least 3 cm away from the electric or gas cooker and at least 30 cm away from the oil or coal stove. Behind the appliance there should be free space at least 200 cm2 wide and above the appliance the high kitchen units should be at least 5 cm away from the appliance in order to assure adequate ventilation of the condenser unit. Class SN (sub-normal) N (normal) ST (sub-tropical) T (tropical) Ambient temparature from + 10°C to + 32°C from + 16°C to + 32°C from + 16°C to + 38°C from + 16°C to + 43°C Connection to Power Supply Connect the appliance with the cable and plug to the power supply socket outlet with a ground terminal (safety socket). Required nominal voltage and frequency are indicated on the rating plate. The connection to the mains supply and earthing have to be made according to current standards and regulations. The appliance resists temporary voltage tolerance up to -6 to +6 %. Description of the Appliance Refrigerator (A) Refrigerator is used for storing fresh foods for few days. Opening the freezer door Freezer (B) Freezer is used for freezing fresh foods and for storing already frozen foods. 32 Instructions for Use Shelf (1) (number depends on the model) Shelf can be optionally placed on the guides inside the appliance. If you want to remove it, slightly lift up the back part and pull it out. Glass shelves (some models only have them) are protected with plastic spacers. Spacers can be also removed, however, it is better to keep them for any later transport. the coldest part of the shelves. note the label underneath the thermostat box inside the appliance. Defrost Water Outlet (2) Regularly check the defrost water outlet and the channel, because they should never be clogged (as for example with food rests). If clogged, use a plastic straw and clean it. Fruit and Vegetable Container (3) The container is on the bottom under the glass shelf and is used mainly for storing fruits and vegetables. It provides adequate humidity which has favourable effect on food stored. Bottle rack Door Liner (in some models only) Bottle rack (number depends on model) is intended for storing the bottles. • Unpleasant odor inside the refrigerator is a sign that something is wrong with foods or that your refrigerator needs cleaning. Unpleasant odor can be eliminated or reduced by washing the interior of the refrigerator with a mild solution of water and vinegar. We also recommend using activated carbon filters to clean the air or to neutralize odors. • If you plan a longer journey, make sure to remove quickly perishable articles of food out of the appliance before you leave. 34 Instructions for Use Fresh Food Storage Time in the Refrigerator Article of food Butter Eggs Meat: fresh uncut chopped smoked Fish Marinade Root Cheese Sweets Fruit Prepared dishes 1 + + + + + + + + + + + + 2 + + + = + = + + + + + + 3 + + = + + + + = = = 4 + + Storage time (days) 5 6 7 8 + + + = + + + + 9 = + 10 = + 11 = = 12 = = 13 = 14 = + + + + = = = + + + = = = + + + = = = + + + = = + + + = = + + = = = + + = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Legend: + reccomended storage time = possible storage time Freezing Fresh Foods • Carefully select food you intend to freeze; it should be of adequate quality and suitable for freezing. − The packaging should be air tight and shouldn't leak since this could cause substantial vitamin loss and dehydration of foods. − Foils and bags should be soft enough to tightly wrap around the foods. 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). With smaller refrigerators we recommend you make a stock of ice cubes (store them in a separate plastic box). [. . . ] After completed defrosting, turn the knob to desired position and close the refrigerator door. The cause of increased ice formation may be one of the following: − the door does not seal well (clean the gasket if it is contaminated, or replace it if it is damaged); − the door was frequently opened or it was left opened for too long; − the food stored in the refrigerator was warm; − the food or dish is touching the inner back wall. it has no influence whatsoever on the lifetime of the appliance. • After starting the appliance, the operation of the compressor and the refrigerant flow may be louder, which does not mean that something is wrong with the appliance and it has no influence on the lifetime of the appliance. • Sometimes unusual and stronger noise is heard, which is rather unusual for the appliance. [. . . ]