User manual SMEG FA8003PS

[. . . ] Power voltage Danger of electrocution • Disconnect the main power supply. • Hand over the appliance to the appropriate selective collection centres for electrical and electronic equipment waste, or deliver it back to the retailer when purchasing an equivalent product, on a one for one basis. 1. 3 Appliance purpose • This appliance is for household refrigeration. • This appliance may be used by children aged at least 8 and by people of reduced physical and mental capacity, or lacking in experience in the use of electrical appliances, as long as they are supervised or instructed by adults who are responsible for their safety. • The appliance is not designed to operate with external timers or with remote-control systems. 19 EN Instructions Our appliances are packed in nonpolluting and recyclable materials. [. . . ] Cleaning and maintenance Information for proper cleaning and maintenance of the appliance. Installation Information for the qualified technician: installation, operation and inspection. Safety instructions 1. 5 Identification plate The identification plate bears the technical data, serial number and brand name of the appliance. Do not remove the identification plate for any reason. 1. 6 This instruction manual This instruction manual is an integral part of the appliance and must therefore be kept in its entirety and in an accessible place for the whole working life of the appliance. Read this instruction manual carefully before using the appliance. Information Advice 1. • Single use instruction. 20 Description 2 Description 2. 1 General description EN 1 Yellow indicator light When ON, this indicates that the light switch is ON and all the perimeter lights are on. 2 Light switch (ON/OFF) Use this switch to switch on the appliance perimeter lights. 3 Thermostat knob Adjust the thermostat knob from MIN to MAX to lower the temperature inside the refrigerator compartment. Use this knob to set the temperature inside the refrigerator, as follows: • °C: In this position, the knob indicates the appliance is turned OFF. • MIN: In this position, the knob indicates the appliance is on MINIMUM. • In this position, the knob 4 Thermometer Indicates the temperature currently inside the appliance. • Reduce the number of times that the doors are opened and the length of time they remain open to prevent the compartments from heating up excessively. 25 Pack rack EN Use 3. 8 Noises during operation The refrigerator compartment is cooled by means of a compression system. In order to maintain the preset temperature inside the refrigerator compartment, the compressor comes into operation in response to the level of cooling required, and may operate continuously if necessary. When the compressor starts to function, it creates a buzzing noise which generally diminishes in intensity after a few minutes. Another normal operating noise of the appliance is a gurgling due to the coolant flowing through the pipes in the circuit. Checks must then be made to ensure that: • the refrigerator is properly levelled on the floor and does not vibrate when the compressor is in operation: if this is not the case, adjust the feet supplied with the appliance; • Bottles and boxes are stable and not touching each other: otherwise, the vibration resulting from the compressor's operation could cause a certain amount of noise; • Do not place the refrigerator in such a way that it is in contact with furniture or other household appliances. 3. 9 What to do if. . . The appliance does not work: • Make sure that the appliance is plugged in and that the main switch is turned on. The compressor starts to function too often or functions continuously: • The room temperature is too high. • Check that the back of the refrigerator is properly ventilated and that the condenser is not too dirty. Excessive ice or condensation has built up inside the refrigerator compartment: • The sliding doors are being opened too often or for too long. • Hot beverages have been placed inside the refrigerator compartment. The refrigerator compartment is not sufficiently cold: • The thermostat is set at a too high temperature. • The room temperature is too high. 26 Cleaning and maintenance 4 Cleaning and maintenance 4. 1 Instructions Improper use Risk of damage to surfaces • Do not use steam jets to clean the appliance. [. . . ] • Do not use rough or abrasive materials or sharp metal scrapers. Power voltage Danger of electrocution • Turn off the appliance and unplug it from the mains before cleaning. • Do not pull the cable to to unplug the appliance. 4. 2 Cleaning the appliance A special antibacterial protection on the appliance's interior walls prevents bacterial growth and keeps them clean. They must nevertheless be cleaned regularly in order to keep them in good condition. [. . . ]