User manual SMEG BD328V1

[. . . ] Freezer is used in households for freezing fresh food and storage of frozen food for up to one year (depending on the type of food). Before first operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 A few tips on how to save power with your refrigerator-freezer combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Installation and connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] Fast cooling of the refrigerator The function of fast cooling of the refrigerator interior is activated by pressing the button (K) – orange LED is on (L). In this case also the fan operates, provided that the door of the refrigerator is closed. It is switched off automatically after 6 hours, and the setting returns to the preceding value. The function is used for fast cooling of large quantities of fresh food inserted at once. Fast freeze function The fast freeze function is activated by pressing the button (C) – orange LED is on (D), and intensive freezing starts. If you fail to switch this function off manually it turns off automatically after approximately two days. The function is intended for fast freezing of large quantities of inserted food. In case of power failure the fast freeze procedure is repeated. The function is used with the first start of the appliance, before cleaning, and when larger quantities of fresh food are inserted in the appliance. Child lock Built-in child lock prevents the appliance from unwanted temperature alterations and/or even switching off. Turn it on/off by pressing the alarm button (G) for 3 seconds (letters ‘LL’ and ‘L’ flash on the displays). When the protection is activated, the only active button is the alarm button. If you press any button the wording ‘LL’ and ‘L’ appear on the display. 461972 14 Control panel - Appliance with mechanical regulation ON/OFF button The appliance is switched on/off by turning the temperature selector (see Fig. ) to any position from 0 to 7. • Crisp tray below the glass shelf at the bottom of the refrigerator is used for storage of fruit and vegetables. It retains the right level of moisture and prevents drying out. Horizontal bottle rack Vegetable crisp pan Single drawer • Pulling out the drawer: - Pull the drawer towards yourself (in the direction of arrow 1) – as far as the door stopper. On the opposite side, continue to pull the drawer out of the refrigerator (in the direction of arrow 2 – rotation) while lifting the drawer at the same time (in the direction of arrow 3). Refrigerator door lining 461972 • The refrigerator door lining consists of various shelves or holders used for storing cheese, butter, eggs, yogurt, and a stock of other smaller packages, tubes, cans etc. The bottom shelf is used for storing bottles. 16 Fan • Fan fixed under the ceiling or hidden behind the rear refrigerator panel or within the freezer compartment improves even distribution of temperature and decreases dew upon storage racks. The tray is especially handy for cold cuts, cheese, etc . . . The drawer is pulled out by lifting the front part slightly and then pulling out. The handle may be moved sideways along with the drawer. Removable snack tray Recommended distribution of food Refrigerator compartments: - top section: canned food, bread, wine, cake, … - middle section: dairy products, readymade food, desserts, juices, beer, TV-dinners, … - bottom section: meat, meat products, delicatessen, … - crisp pan: fresh fruit, vegetables, salads, root vegetables, potatoes, onions, garlic, tomato, tropical fruit, sauerkraut, turnips . . . Refrigerator door lining compartments: - top/middle section: eggs, butter, cheese, … - bottom section: beverages, cans, bottles, … Freezer compartments: - freezing, storage of frozen food (see section Freezing and storage of frozen food). 17 461972 Storage of food in the refrigerator Important precautions and hints • Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed food, correct temperature and hygienic precautions produce substantial impact on the quality of stored food. • Always respect the best before date, printed on the packaging. • Food to be stored in the refrigerator should be properly packed as to prevent emission and/or reception of moisture and odors. • Never store inflammable, volatile or explosive substances. [. . . ] • If the seal is dirty or damaged, clean or replace it. Water dripping from the appliance: • Drain outlet is clogged, drain water drips past the collection groove. • Clean the clogged outlet using plastic straw. • Thaw thick ice deposits manually (see chapter Defrosting). [. . . ]