User manual SMEG FC40RX

[. . . ] Therefore, the temperature of the foodstuffs should be no higher than room temperature. Otherwise follow the advice given in handbooks on deep-freezing and the choice of packing material. Place the foodstuffs so that they obtain maximum contact with the freezing shelf. If the lamp is lit the acoustic alarm will sound if the temperature is too high. [. . . ] A thin layer of frost does not affect the performa nce of the freezer. Loose frost may be removed carefully with a plastic or wooden scraper. When the layer of frost on the shelves is 5-10 mm the freezer should be defrosted. Note: The layer of frost on the front edge of the top freezing shelf may grow slightly thicker. Take out the foodstuffs and wrap them in newspaper, a blanket or similar and store them as cold as possible. Find the position of the thermostat which gives you the desired temperature. Start at position 4. The refrigerator section Never store hot foodstuffs in the cabinet and remember always to wrap up the foodstuffs. The evaporator of the refrigerator section is automatically defrosted. The defrost water is led to a tray on top of the compressor where it evaporates. Temperature regulation: The slide damper above the crisper bin makes it possible to regulate both the temperature and the humidity in the crisper bins. l Closed slide damper increases the temperature and the humidity. 4 Fold out the draining spout, mount the enclosed extension and place a bowl under it, fig. In case of damage to the power cord it must be replaced by a power cord of corresponding type, available from the manufacturer or his service representative. 3. The rating plate, which is placed either at the back or inside the appliance, see fig. (7) page 25, provides various technical information as well as type and serial number. During a storm the electricity supply might be cut off. You should be aware of this when installing the appliance in weekend cottages or elsewhere where you would not immediately observe that the power has been cut off. Construction and details in the accessories are subject to alteration without previous notice. If the cabinet is to be adjusted: See drawings (1) page 24. Install the cabinet in a dry place and so that it is not exposed to direct sunlight or any other source of heat. This is easily achieved by adjusting the adjustable feet at the front edge of the base. When placing the cabinet on a carpet or on a wooden floor, the placing should be checked after a while to see whether the unit has , , subsided" into the soft flooring. KF models put side by side with other models require a distance of 30 mm between the appliances. For sufficient airflow around the cabinet it is necessary to have a 50 mm high air duct right above the appliance, see fig. Make sufficient space for door opening as to draw the baskets out, see fig. It is safest to place the earthed wall socket above the appliance and at least 2. 0 m above the floor. [. . . ] Any local installation rules for appliances of this kind must be observed. Adjust the tilt of the unit See drawings (1) page 24. by turning the adjustable feet with a 13 mm spanner. Adjusting the door See drawings (1) page 24. If the door bumps against the bottom panel, this can be remedied by adjusting the feet as shown on the drawing. Side by side See drawings (2) page 24. Concerns all fridge/freezer models: If 2 appliances are to be placed side by side, the minimum distance between these must be 30 mm. The distance to other sources of heat must also be at least 30 mm. 6 9. [. . . ]