Smeg SMEG500 - Refrigerator One Door 50's Style Manual

Introduction

Before you throw away your old appliance:

• Remove doors;
• Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside;
• Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service technician.
• Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the appliance is unpacked. Children should NEVER use these items to play. They can cause suffocation and death.
• Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the shelves in the appliance.
• Never allow children to play with the appliance.

How to read the user manual
This user manual uses the following reading conventions:

Instructions

General information on this user manual, on safety and final disposal. Description

Description of the appliance and its accessories.

Use

Information on the use of the appliance and its accessories, cooking advice.

Cleaning and maintenance

Information for proper cleaning and maintenance of the appliance.
Safety instructions
Information
Advice

1. Use instruction sequence.
   • Single use instruction.

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Description

General description

1. Yellow indicator light
   When ON, this indicates that the light switch is ON and all the perimeter lights are on.
2. Light switch (ON/OFF)
   Use this switch to switch on the appliance perimeter lights. When the switch is ON, the yellow indicator light comes on.
3. Thermostat knob
   Adjust the thermostat knob from MIN to MAX to lower the temperature inside the appliance compartment. Use this knob to set the temperature inside the appliance, as follows:
   • °C: In this position, the knob indicates the appliance is turned OFF.
   • MIN: In this position, the knob indicates the appliance is on MINIMUM.
   • In this position, the knob indicates the general optimum temperature at which to adjust the appliance preferably.
   • MAX: In this position, the knob indicates the appliance is on MAXIMUM.

To avoid wasting electricity and prevent food from freezing, do not set the thermostat knob to MAX for prolonged periods of time.

4. Thermometer
   Indicates the temperature currently inside the appliance.
5. Green indicator light
   When ON, this indicates that the ON/OFF switch is ON and that the appliance is powered and ready to be switched on.
6. ON/OFF switch
   Use this switch to power the appliance.
   • When the switch is ON, the green indicator light comes on.
   • When the switch is OFF, the red indicator light comes on.
7. Red indicator light
   When ON, this indicates that the ON/OFF switch is OFF and that the appliance is not powered and cannot be switched on.

Other parts

Lid

It only serves as a aesthetic cover. It is lifted for moving drinks inside the drink cellar.

Lid rod

Useful to keep the appliance lid open.

Locking plate + screw

Useful to keep the cover continuously lifted

Sliding doors

Useful to keep beverages as cool as possible.

Available accessories

Beer rack

Useful to position beer bottles and small plastic bottles.

Bottle rack

Useful to store glass bottles.

Pack rack

Useful to store fruit juices, milk cartons and cans.

Use

Instructions

Improper use

Risk of damage to the appliance

• Do not use sharp objects when removing ice and frost to avoid damaging the appliance's walls.
• Do not sit or lean on the door or any open drawers.
• Do not touch the heating elements on the outside of the appliance.
• Do not store inflammable, explosive or volatile substances.
• Organic compounds, acids and essential oils can corrode the seals and plastic surfaces if left in contact with them for extended periods.
• Bottles containing strong alcoholic drinks must be tightly closed and stored vertically.

Preliminary operations

1. Remove any protective film from the outside or inside of the appliance, including accessories.
2. Remove any labels (apart from the technical data plate) from the accessories and shelves.
3. Remove and wash all the appliance accessories.

First use

1. Plug the appliance into a wall socket.
2. Set the ON/OFF switch to ON.
3. Adjust the thermostat knob from MIN to MAX to set the desired temperature.

The higher the number set, the lower the appliance temperature will be.

Accessing the appliance compartment

Raise the appliance lid to access the appliance compartment. Inside, you will find a rod on the right-hand side to keep it raised while you move beverages around inside the appliance compartment.

1. Raise the lid and grab the top of the rod seated in the slot.
2. Move the rod a few centimetres to the left to release the tip of the slot.
   
3. With the lid raised, turn the rod downwards and place the tip onto the metal plate situated to the right of the sliding doors.
4. Move the tip of the rod towards the right into the slot in the plate.
5. Slide the tip of the rod all the way to the end of the slot in the plate.
   
   NOTE: To avoid damage to the surface of the appliance, do not overturn the bonnet and do not place other objects on it.
   
   Improper use may cause damage to the appliance.
   
   Lock the cover rod
6. Approach the locking plate to the small square.
7. Secure the locking plate with the supplied screw using a tool (such as a socket wrench).
   
   Now the cover is permanently locked in open position.

Using the accessories

Layout of accessories

The accessories can be arranged along the purpose-designed guides inside the appliance compartment.

Beer rack assembly

1. Place the glass shelf on the base of the beer rack.
2. Place the 2 partitions at the rear of the beer rack.
   

Sample uses

Beer rack

Bottle rack

Pack rack

Using the appliance compartment

Arranging beverages

Arrange the beverages, making sure they are sealed tight. This precaution is necessary:

• to preserve the aroma and freshness of the beverages;
• to avoid any contamination of beverages with odours or tastes from other beverages;
• to prevent the humidity level inside the appliance from becoming too high, which in some operating conditions (rise in ambient temperature and humidity, more frequent opening of the door) might cause condensation to form on the shelves.

Always allow hot drinks to cool to room temperature before putting them in the appliance compartment.

Storage advice

• Always check the expiry date on the food packaging.
• Remove perishable products from the appliance if you are going away for a long period.
• Changes in the environmental conditions (temperature and humidity) and the frequency with which the door is opened can affect the operating temperature of the appliance.
• Reduce the number of times that the doors are opened and the length of time they remain open to prevent the compartments from heating up excessively.

Noises during operation

The appliance compartment is cooled by means of a compression system. In order to maintain the preset temperature inside the appliance compartment, the compressor comes into operation in response to the level of cooling required, and may operate continuously if necessary. When the compressor starts to function, it creates a buzzing noise which generally diminishes in intensity after a few minutes.

Another normal operating noise of the appliance is a gurgling due to the coolant flowing through the pipes in the circuit. This noise is normal and does not indicate an appliance malfunction. If it becomes too loud, this may mean that there are other causes. Checks must then be made to ensure that:

• the appliance is properly levelled on the floor and does not vibrate when the compressor is in operation: if this is not the case, adjust the feet supplied with the appliance;
• Bottles and boxes are stable and not touching each other: otherwise, the vibration resulting from the compressor's operation could cause a certain amount of noise;
• Do not place the appliance in such a way that it is in contact with furniture or other household appliances.

What to do if...

The appliance does not work:

• Make sure that the appliance is plugged in and that the main switch is turned on.

The compressor starts to function too often or functions continuously:

• The room temperature is too high.
• The sliding doors are being opened too often or for too long.
• The sliding doors do not seal shut when closed.
• Check that the back of the appliance is properly ventilated and that the condenser is not too dirty.

Excessive ice or condensation has built up inside the appliance compartment:

• The sliding doors are being opened too often or for too long.
• Hot beverages have been placed inside the appliance compartment.
• The thermostat is set at a too low temperature.

The appliance compartment is not sufficiently cold:

• The thermostat is set at a too high temperature.
• The sliding doors are being opened too often or for too long.
• The sliding doors do not seal shut when closed.
• The room temperature is too high.

Cleaning and maintenance

Instructions

Improper use
Risk of damage to surfaces

• Do not use steam jets to clean the appliance.
• Do not use cleaning products containing chlorine, ammonia or bleach on steel parts or parts with metallic finishes on the surface (e.g. anodising, nickel- or chromium-plating).
• Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents on glass parts (e.g. powder products, stain removers and metallic sponges).
• Do not use rough or abrasive materials or sharp metal scrapers.

Power voltage
Danger of electrocution

• Turn off the appliance and unplug it from the mains before cleaning.
• Do not pull the cable to unplug the appliance.

Cleaning the appliance

A special antibacterial protection on the appliance's interior walls prevents bacterial growth and keeps them clean. They must nevertheless be cleaned regularly in order to keep them in good condition.

Cleaning the outside of the appliance

• The appliance may be cleaned with water or alcohol-based liquid detergents (e.g. window cleaning products).
• Avoid aggressive detergents and rough sponges to avoid damaging the surfaces.

Cleaning the inside of the appliance

• Clean the interior with diluted liquid detergent or with warm water with a little vinegar added.
• Remove any ice thicker than 3-5 mm. Do not use sharp objects or spray products.

Defrosting

Defrosting the appliance compartment
The appliance compartment does not require defrosting, as any ice which forms on the refrigeration plate will melt when the compressor is idle.
If ice thicker than 3-5 mm should form on the inside walls of the appliance compartment, turn off the appliance and defrost it manually.

Installation

Electrical connection

Power voltage
Danger of electrocution

• The appliance must be earthed in compliance with electrical system safety standards.
• Do not pull the cable unplug the appliance.

General information

• Check the mains characteristics against the data indicated on the plate. The identification plate bearing the technical data, serial number and brand name is visibly positioned inside the appliance. Do not remove this plate for any reason.
• Make sure that the plug and socket are of the same type.
• Avoid using adapters and shunts as these could cause overheating and a risk of burns.
• The plug must always be accessible when the appliance is installed.
• If it is necessary to replace the power supply cable, this must be performed by an authorised technician from Technical Support Service.

Positioning

Heavy appliance
Danger of crush injuries

• Position the appliance with the aid of a second person.
• Always handle the appliance with the lid down.

Improper use
Risk of damage to the appliance

• The appliance must not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• Do not use the appliance outdoors.

Spacers

To ensure that the condenser cools properly, the appliance must not be located too close to the wall. To prevent this, the appliance comes complete with two plastic spacers which are fitted on the metal casing behind the appliance.

How to handle the appliance

The appliance is supplied with four castors for easy handling and positioning. In any case, we recommend moving the appliance very carefully in order to avoid damaging the floor (especially in the case of wooden floors).

The front castors are fitted with a brake to lock the appliance in place:

1. Turn the front castors by 90° with the brake levers turned to face the centre of the appliance.
   
   
2. Press the brakes on the front castors down until they click in place.
   
   
3. Should you need to lift the appliance, with the aid of a second person, grip the wheel arches using both hands.
   

Positioning

Place the appliance on a stable and level floor. We recommend moving the appliance very carefully in order to avoid damaging the floor (especially in the case of wooden floors).

Choice of location

Always install the appliance in a dry place with satisfactory ventilation.

• Install the appliance at least 3 cm away from electrical or gas cookers and at least 30 cm away from combustion heaters or radiators.
• The appliance must not be installed near heat sources. If this is not possible, suitable insulation must be used.

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