User manual SAMSUNG RT40MAEW2-XTL

[. . . ] Besides damaging the food, the fumes can build up and cause an explosion. DO NOT use flammable sprays, such as lacquer or paint, near the fridge/freezer. 2 Thank you for purchasing a SAMSUNG fridge/freezer. GB Please take the time to read these instructions, as they will enable you to take full advantage of your new appliance. Contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BECOMING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR NEW FRIDGE/FREEZER 2 Main Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Model Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 4 INSTALLING YOUR NEW FRIDGE/FREEZER Choosing Where to Install Your Fridge/Freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] A large amount of food (refrigerator full) An average amount of food A small amount of food (refrigerator relatively empty) Then set the temperature to. . . COLDER Between COLDER and COLD COLD may need Depending on the room temperature, ityouvery low to turn the refrigerator up or down slightly. If is set the refrigerator temperature to COLD. foods In case ofinbeing muchturn thein fresh food compartment, specially summer, freezer temperature dial to "QUICK COOLING" to direct more cold air into the fresh food compartment and the refrigerator temperature dial to "6~7". Setting at "QUICK FREEZING" fresh food compartment will not be cold enough. Put the freezer compartment in "WINTER" when the ambient temperature drops below 10°c, and turn the refrigerator dial to "4~5". Storing Food Follow the recommendations below when storing food in the refrigerator. 1 Put food in containers with lids or in plastic bags or cover it with plastic film to prevent: The food from drying up Smells from permeating other items of food Allow hot food or drinks to cool before placing them in the refrigerator. Leave sufficient room between the items and in front of the ventilation slots to enable the cool air to circulate freely. Try and maintain easy access to the temperature dial in case you need to adjust the temperature. If you have washed any fruit or vegetables, dry them before storing them in the vegetable bin. 2 3 4 5 8 Using the Chiller Compartment The chiller compartment freezes only the surface of the food to help: Preserve the taste of the food Prolong the freshness Use the chiller compartment to store cheese, meat, fish or any frozen food to be used quickly. Pull the chiller compartment towards you. Result: The compartment is moved forward for easy access. Close the chiller compartment Push the chiller compartment back as far as it will go. Result: The cover closes automatically. OPTION GB Make sure, however, that the cover is correctly closed before shutting the refrigerator door. Using the Multi-Purpose Drawer The multi-purpose drawer can be used as both Chiller compartment and Vegetable bin by changing the location of drawer. Try and maintain easy access to the temperature dial in case you need to adjust the temperature. Leave the door open for as little time as possible. Make sure that it is properly closed after use. 10 Making Ice Cubes (OPTION) GB TWIST ICE MAKER Making Ice Cubes 1 ` Remove the ice cube tray by pulling it towards you. Fill the tray with water up to the maximum water level marked on the rear of the tray. Slide the tray back into the holder, taking care not to spill the water. Freezing time: It is recommended that you wait for about one hour with the temperature set to QUICK FREEZING for the ice cubes to form. 2 3 4 Removing the Ice Cubes 1 ` Make sure that the ice cube storage bin is in place under the ice cube tray. Twist one of the levers firmly in the clockwise direction until the tray twists slightly. Result: The ice cubes fall into the storage bin. 2 3 4 Repeat Step 2 for the other half of the tray, if necessary. Remove the storage bin by: Lifting it slightly Pulling it towards you MOVABLE ICE TRAY Making ice cubes 1 ` Remove the ice cube tray by pulling it towards you. [. . . ] Space the food out as evenly as possible. The rear or sides of the fridge/ freezer are warm Is the room temperature too high or is the fridge/freezer exposed to a direct source of heat, causing the fridge/freezer to operate intensively?Move the fridge/freezer to a better position if possible. Is there an excessively high humidity level in the room? [. . . ]