User manual SMEG FR235A

[. . . ] INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER HOW TO CLEAN THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 12 BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE · Your new appliance is designed exclusively for domestic use To get the most out of your new appliance, read the user handbook thoroughly. The handbook contains a description of the appliance and useful tips for storing food. Keep this handbook for future consultation. After unpacking, make sure that the appliance is undamaged and that the door closes properly. [. . . ] · 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. The freezer can also be used to freeze fresh food by positioning it on the rack; place frozen food in the lower part of the compartment so that there is no contact with fresh food that has yet to be frozen. The quantity of fresh food that can be frozen in 24 hours is shown on the rating plate. Important: Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: · aluminium foil, cling film, air and water-tight plastic bags, polythene containers with lids or freezer containers suitable for freezing fresh food. · In the event of a power cut, the freezer compartment will maintain a sufficiently low temperature for food storage. However, it is advisable to avoid opening the compartment door during such periods. Important: The table alongside shows the recommended maximum storage time for frozen fresh foods. When purchasing frozen food products: · Ensure that the packaging is not damaged (frozen food in damaged packaging may have deteriorated). If the package is swollen or has damp patches, it may not have been stored under optimal conditions and defrosting may have already begun. · When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag. · Place the items in the freezer compartment as soon as you get home. · If food has defrosted even partially, do not re-freeze it. · Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum. Respect the best-before date on the package. · Always observe the storage information on the package. Making ice cubes · Fill the ice cube tray 3/4 with water and place it at the bottom of the freezer compartment. Do not use sharp or pointed instruments to detach the tray if it is stuck to the compartment bottom. MONTHS FOOD 16 HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER Defrost the freezer compartment once or twice a year, or when the ice on the walls reaches a thickness of about 3 mm. If possible, defrost the freezer when it is nearly empty. [. . . ] Data plate (at side of crisper drawer) B. Freezer compartment 9. Freezer compartment inner door panel Least cold zone Intermediate temperature zone Coldest zone Note: The number of shelves and shape of accessories may vary, depending on the model. All shelves, door trays and racks are removable. Important: Refrigerator accessories must not be washed in a dishwasher. D GB F NL E P I GR DD 14 M - 16 M Controls A. [. . . ]