User manual SMEG FI360LX

[. . . ] Gebruik‐ saanwijzing User Manual Notice d'utili‐ sation Benutzerin‐ formation Vriezer Freezer Congélateur Gefriergerät FI360LX 17 CONTENTS Safety information Safety instructions Operation Daily use Hints and tips 17 18 20 22 23 Care and cleaning Troubleshooting Installation Technical data 24 24 27 29 Subject to change without notice. SAFETY INFORMATION Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or damages that are the result of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and accessible location for future reference. Children and vulnerable people safety • • • • This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and by persons with reduced capabilities provided that they have been given instruction and/or supervision regarding the safe use of the appliance and understand the potential hazards involved. Do not let children play with the appliance. [. . . ] Press Mode until the corresponding icon appears. To deactivate the ChildLock function, repeat the procedure until the ChildLock indicator goes off. DrinksChill function The DrinksChill function is to be used to set an acoustic alarm at the preferred time, useful for example when a recipe requires to cool down food products for a certain period of time. It is also useful when a reminder is needed in order not to forget the bottles placed in the freezer for fast cooling. Press Mode until the corresponding icon appears. The Timer shows the set value (30 minutes) for a few seconds. Press the Timer regulator to change the Timer set value from 1 to 90 minutes. At the end of the countdown the DrinksChill indicator flashes and an audible alarm sounds. Press OK to switch off the sound and terminate the function. To switch off the function repeat the procedure until the DrinksChill goes off. FastFreeze function The FastFreeze function accelerates the freezing of fresh food and, at the same time, protects foodstuffs already stored from undesirable warming. Press the Mode button until the corresponding icon appears. This function stops automatically after 28 hours. To switch off the function before its automatic end repeat the procedure until the FastFreeze indicator goes off. The function switches off by selecting a different set temperature. Door open alarm An acoustic alarm will sound if the door is left open for a few minutes. The door open alarm conditions are indicated by: • a flashing Alarm indicator; 22 It is possible to change the time at any time during the countdown and at the end by pressing the Temperature colder button and the Temperature warmer button. DAILY USE WARNING!Refer to Safety chapters. Storage of frozen food When first starting-up or after a period out of use, before putting the products in the compartment let the appliance run at least 2 hours on the higher settings. In the event of accidental defrosting, for example due to a power failure, if the power has been off for longer than the value shown in the technical characteristics chart under "rising time", the defrosted food must be consumed quickly or cooked immediately and then re-frozen (after cooling). Cleaning the interior Before using the appliance for the first time, the interior and all internal accessories should be washed with lukewarm water and some neutral soap to remove the typical smell of a brand-new product, then dried thoroughly. Do not use detergents, abrasive powders, chlorine or oil-based cleaners as they will damage the finish. Freezing fresh food The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time. To freeze fresh food activate the FastFreeze function and place the food to be frozen in the freezer compartment. Place the fresh food to be frozen in the top compartment. The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24 hours is specified on the rating plate, a label located on the inside of the appliance. The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be frozen. When the freezing process is completed, return to the required temperature (see "FastFreeze Function"). Thawing Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in the refrigerator compartment or at room temperature, depending on the time available for this operation. [. . . ] domestic power supply socket is not earthed, connect the appliance to a separate earth in compliance with current regulations, consulting a qualified electrician. • The manufacturer declines all responsibility if the above safety precautions are not observed. • This appliance complies with the E. E. C. Directives. Positioning Install the appliance in a dry, well ventilated indoors where the ambient temperature corresponds to the climate class indicated on the rating plate of the appliance. Climate class SN N ST T Ambient temperature Ventilation requirements The airflow behind the appliance must be sufficient. 5 cm min. [. . . ]