User manual SMEG FR231SE

[. . . ] Any damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance. Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient. Installation of the appliance and electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified electrician, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and local safety regulations 4. Clean the inside of the appliance before using it. SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT 1. [. . . ] To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment, turn the thermostat control knob: · lowest/MIN numbers for the LEAST COLD internal temperatures; · highest/MAX numbers for the COLDEST internal temperatures. Thermostat set to : no operation, no light. Note: The ambient air temperature, frequency of door opening and the position of the appliance can affect internal temperatures. These factors must be taken into account when setting the thermostat. How to use the refrigerator compartment Position the food as illustrated in the figure. Butter, cheese and dairy products Notes: · The space between the shelves and the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment must be unobstructed to allow circulation of air. · Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment. · Do not place hot food in the refrigerator or freezer. · Store liquids in closed containers. · Storing vegetables with a high water content can result in condensation in the crisper drawer: this will not affect the correct operation of the appliance. 15 HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT The freezer is a star compartment. This compartment can be used to store frozen foods for the period of time indicated on packaging. Note: Do not use sharp or pointed metal instruments to scrape off ice; do not heat the freezer compartment artificially. HOW TO CLEAN THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT Periodically clean the inside of the refrigerator compartment. Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic. Droplets of water on the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment indicate that the periodic automatic defrost cycle is in progress. The defrost water is automatically routed to a drain outlet and into a container from which it evaporates. Clean the defrost water drain outlet regularly using the tool supplied with the appliance in order to ensure defrost water is removed correctly. Before carrying out any cleaning operations, disconnect the appliance from the power supply. · Use a sponge dampened in lukewarm water and/or neutral detergent. · Rinse the interior and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive products. 17 CARE AND MAINTENANCE For built-in appliances · Periodically clean air vents with a vacuum cleaner or a brush (see figure A). · Clean the outside using a soft cloth. Freestanding appliances · Periodically clean the condenser at the rear of the appliance with a vacuum cleaner or a brush (see figure B). Fig. Empty the refrigerator and freezer compartments. [. . . ] Please do not attempt to change plug yourself. This procedure needs to be carried out by a qualified Whirlpool technician in compliance with the manufactures instructions and current standard safety regulations. For the Republic of Ireland only The information given in respect of Great Britain will frequently apply, but a third type of plug and socket is also used, the 2-pin, side earth type. In this case, the wire which is coloured GREEN AND YELLOW must be connected to the EARTH contact, and the two wires to the two pins, irrespective of colour. The supply to the socket must be fitted with a 16 amp fuse. 20 DD 14 M - 16 M PRODUCT SHEET GB A. Refrigerator compartment 1. [. . . ]