User manual SMEG FR166SE

[. . . ] Before having your old refrigerator picked up for disposal, remove or make inoperable any locking devices to prevent children who might play in or around the appliance from being locked inside. Before calling for service/assistance in the case of malfunction, consult the chapter entitled "Is There a Problem?to determine whether it is possible to eliminate the problem. do not try to repair the problem by trying to access the internal components of the appliance. [. . . ] Do not use multiple sockets or adapters. Ventilation The compressor and condenser generate heat and, therefore, need to be ventilated properly. Avoid placing refrigerator in direct sunlight, or next to an electric stove or similar appliance. Areas not adequately ventilated are not suitable for this appliance. During installation, make sure not to cover or obstruct the grates that allow for proper ventilation of the appliance. Insufficient power? The electrical socket must be able to handle the maximum power load of the appliance, which is indicated on the rating plate located at the bottom left next to the vegetable crisper. Before making the electrical connection . . . After the appliance has been delivered, place it in the vertical upright position and wait at least 3 hours before inserting the plug into the socket in order to ensure that it functions properly. Away from Heat Avoid positioning the appliance in a place where it is directly exposed to sunlight or near an oven, cook top or the like. Level The appliance must be level. If the floor is not level, the adjustable feet located in front can be used to level the appliance. For English Market only The appliance is fitted with a continental 2-èin plug for factory testing. Before installation the plug should be cut off. The appliance is designed to be installed in a switched spur outlet fused at 13 Ampere. If the installation requires a 13 Ampere plug type to be fitted it should be conform to BSI 1363. Electrical Connection and Earthing Before proceeding with the electrical connection, make sure that the voltage indicated on the rating plate, located at the bottom left near the vegetable crisper, corresponds to the mains voltage in your home and that the socket is fitted with 7 GB A closer look Temperature regulation knob Use this knob to regulate the temperature of the refrigerator. The following settings are available: D Container with Lid for Butter Door Shelf for Food Products Tiltable door Shelves for Food Products Door Shelf for Holding Bottles Sliding divider for bottles refrigerator OFF; 1 minimum cold temperature; 5 maximum cold temperature You can position the knob on any of the settings from 1 - 5 as required. Remember that you can turn off your refrigerator by setting the knob to . Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Drain for Defrost Water Removable, Height-adjustable Shelves Ice Unit Compartment A B C J D I H G F E GB 8 A B C I H G D F E A B C D I E H G F E Setting up Your Appliance ATTENTION After transport stand the appliance upright and wait at least 3 hours before plugging the appliance into the mains to ensure proper performance. Use these average temperature settings to ensure optimum performance and to save energy. Remember to dry them thoroughly before replacing them. - Discontinued use of the appliance: If the appliance is not in use for any length of time, remember to clean the interior and dry thoroughly, leaving the door open to prevent the formation of odours and mould. The bulb for lighting the interior of the appliance is located at the back of the thermostat box. Unscrew the burned out bulb and replace it with another bulb with a wattage no higher than 15 Watt, follow the instructions illustrated in fig. Before carrying out this operation, disconnect the appliance from the electricity (to do so, turn off the general switch in the house or remove the plug for the appliance from the socket). . Defrosting Do not use mechanical devices or instruments other than those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up the defrosting process. Models without an Ice Unit The evaporator defrosts automatically during operation; the defrost water drips into the drain, is collected in a special tray and then evaporates. Clean the defrost water drain hole periodically (see fig. 1) to prevent water from collecting on the bottom of the refrigerator instead of flowing out. Models with an Ice Unit It is advisable now and then to remove the frost which forms on the evaporator. Take care to not use sharp objects for this purpose since they could pierce the refrigeration circuit and permanently damage the appliance. [. . . ] The water from the frost will collect in the special tray. When finished, dry the tray and put it back in place. To start the appliance again, turn the thermostat knob to the appropriate setting. Fig. 2 11 GB Trouble Shooting The Refrigerator does not Work Check that: · The mains switch in your home is on. [. . . ]