User manual SMEG RF1500PC

[. . . ] GB Instructions for Use Refrigerator - Freezer RF1500PC Refrigerator - Freezer EN Thank you for the confidence you have shown by buying this appliance. We hope it will successfully serve its purpose for many years. The appliance is intended solely for household use. 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). The compartment is marked with four stars. Before putting into use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] The height must be adjusted prior to building the appliance into the opening slot, and it should be set at such height that the top panel of the appliance fits exactly below the kitchen worktop (see Mounting Instructions). Description of the appliance − at the guide interruption point the shelf may be adjusted at random height; − select the height of your choice and push the shelf all the way in to the rear end of the guide slot. B A 1 2 3 Refrigerator (A) Refrigerator is used for storing fresh foods for few days. Freezer (B) Freezer is used for freezing fresh foods and for storing already frozen foods. Opening the freezer door In case you may wish to remove the shelf from the appliance: − lift the shelf by hand and pull it towards you until it reaches the crack in the guide slot; − at the guide interruption point lift the left side of the shelf up and pull it out from the appliance in the inclined position, − reinsertion is carried out in the opposite procedure. Quickly perishable food should be stored closer to the back wall, i. e. in the coldest part of the shelves. Defrosting water outlet (2) The interior of the refrigerator is cooled with a cooling plate incorporated in the rear wall. Under the plate there are a channel and an outlet for defrosting water. Regularly check the defrosting water outlet and the channel because they should never be clogged (as for example with food residues). If clogged, use a plastic straw to clean it. Shelf (1) The shelf may be placed randomly on any of the guide slots in the interior of the appliance. In case you may wish to alter the position of the shelf: − lift the shelf by hand and pull it towards you until it reaches the crack in the guide slot; Crisp tray and serving tray (3) The tray at the bottom of the refrigerator is covered with the serving tray. This cover protects the stored fruit and vegetables from excessive drying. 5 Instructions for Use Door liner The door liner consists of various shelves or holders used for storing eggs, cheese, butter and yogurt as well as other smaller packages, tubes, cans etc. The lower shelf is used for storing bottles. Illumination in the interior of the refrigerator The light for illuminating the interior of the appliance is switched on when the door is opened. Operation of the light does not depend on the position of the thermostat knob. Operation control Appliance operation is controlled with the thermostat knob located in the upper right part inside the appliance. Temperature readings are most reliable a few hours after a steady state is reached. • Some organic solutions like volatile oils in lemon or orange peel, acid in butter etc. could cause damage; when in prolonged contact with plastic surfaces or gaskets they can even cause accelerated ageing of the plastic material. • Unpleasant odour inside the refrigerator is a sign that something is wrong with the food or that your refrigerator needs cleaning. • Unpleasant odour 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 the odours. • If you plan a longer journey, make sure to remove quickly perishable articles of food from the appliance before you leave. Instructions for Use Fresh food storage time in the refrigerator Type of food 1 2 3 Butter + + + Eggs + + + Meat: fresh uncut + + = chopped + = smoked + + + Fish + = Marinade + + + Root + + + Cheese + + + Sweets + + = Fruit + + = Prepared dishes + + = Legend: + recommended storage time 4 + + Storage time (days) 5 6 7 8 + + + = + + + + 9 = + 10 = + 11 = = 12 = = 13 = 14 = + + + + = = = + + + = = = + + + = = = + + + = = + + + = = + + = = = + + = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = possible storage time Freezing fresh food • 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. • Mark packages with following data: kind and amount of foods and the date of loading. • It is most important that the food is frozen as quickly as possible. [. . . ] After cleaning return the appliance to its place, plug in the power mains cord and fill with food. Cleaning of the condenser Dust from the condenser should be vacuumed in the following manner: − push the finger through the opening in the bottom rail and release the fastener; − pull the rail towards you and remove it; − remove the bottom board of the kitchen cabinet; − pull the condenser dish out; − use the vacuum cleaner to clean the dust from the condenser; − replace the condenser dish and the bottom rail in the opposite order. Switch off the appliance when not in use If you do not intend to use the appliance for a longer period, set the thermostat knob to the STOP (0) position, disconnect the power supply, take out the food and defrost and clean the appliance. After cleaning, connect the appliance to power supply and reload it. Instructions for Use 9 Troubleshooting guide During the service, you can come across some problems that in most cases result from improper handling of the appliance and can easy be eliminated. The appliance fails to operate after connecting to the mains supply • Check the supply in the outlet socket and make sure the appliance is switched on (thermostat knob in operating position). Continuous operation of the cooling system • The door was frequently opened or it was left opened for too long. • The door is not properly closed (the door may sag; the gasket may be polluted or damaged). • Check the air circulation through the bottom rail openings and clean or vacuum the dust from the condenser if necessary. [. . . ]