User manual SMEG FA8003PS

[. . . ] • Do not lean or sit on the appliance. • Do not use steam jets to clean the appliance. • Do not obstruct ventilation openings and heat dispersal slots. • Do not use the appliance to cool rooms for any reason. [. . . ] 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. 5 Green indicator light When ON, this indicates that the ON/OFF switch is ON and that the appliance is powered and ready to be switched on. 6 ON/OFF switch Use this switch to power the appliance. • When the switch is ON, the green indicator light comes on. • When the switch is OFF, the red indicator light comes on. 7 Red indicator light When ON, this indicates that the ON/OFF switch is OFF and that the appliance is not powered and cannot be switched on. To avoid wasting electricity and prevent food from freezing, do not set the thermostat knob to MAX for prolonged periods of time. indicates the general optimum temperature at which to adjust the appliance preferably. Place the glass shelf on the base of the beer rack. Place the 2 partitions at the rear of the beer rack. 24 Use Sample uses 3. 6 Using the refrigerator compartment Arranging beverages Arrange the beverages, making sure they are sealed tight. This precaution is necessary: • to preserve the aroma and freshness of the beverages; • to avoid any contamination of beverages with odours or tastes from other beverages; • to prevent the humidity level inside the refrigerator from becoming too high, which in some operating conditions (rise in ambient temperature and humidity, more frequent opening of the door) might cause condensation to form on the shelves. Always allow hot drinks to cool to room temperature before putting them in the refrigerator compartment. Bottle rack Beer rack 3. 7 Storage advice • Always check the expiry date on the food packaging. • Remove perishable products from the appliance if you are going away for a long period. • Changes in the environmental conditions (temperature and humidity) and the frequency with which the door is opened can affect the operating temperature of the refrigerator. • 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. This noise is normal and does not indicate an appliance malfunction. [. . . ] • 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. Cleaning the outside of the appliance • The appliance may be cleaned with water or alcohol-based liquid detergents (e. g. • Avoid aggressive detergents and rough sponges to avoid damaging the surfaces. [. . . ]