Smeg FAB28MCUS - Manual (Page 10)

Instructions for the user
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5. REFRIGERATOR USE
5.1 Using the controls
The knob in the top right-hand corner of the refrigerator is used to set the operating
temperature both in the refrigerator and in the freezer (pic. 7). When the knob
is turned to 0 (STOP), the appliance is switched off.
The operating settings are from 1 to 7. These numbers do not mean temperatures,
but just operating levels. The temperature inside the appliance gets reduced by
increasing the operating level: The lowest temperature will therefore be reached by
positioning the knob on 7.
pic. 7)
Only use the highest (coldest) settings (6-7) if absolutely necessary: With these settings the
temperatures inside the refrigerators compartment may be close to 32°F, and the electricity consumption
will be higher. In normal operating conditions, a normal setting (2-3) is recommended to provide effective
storage of fresh food in the main compartment and frozen food in the freezing compartment.
NOTE:
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Changes in wheather conditions (temperature and humidity) and the frequency at which the two
compartments’ door are opened may affect the refrigerator operating temperatures.
• Give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours
before you put food into the refrigerator.
• If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil. Adjusting the
Control to a higher (colder) level might not improve the performance of the appliance.
5.2 Storing fresh food
WARNING
Never store explosive substances in the appliance and high-alcohol drinks
must only be stored sealed and vertical.
• Foods to be stored in the refrigerator should be properly packed as to prevent mixing various
moisture degrees and odors (in polyethylene bags or sheet, aluminium foil, wax paper, or stored in
covered containers or bottles).
• Never store inflammable, volatile or explosive substances.
• Beverages with high alcohol percentage shall be stored in tightly sealed bottles in vertical position.
• Food should not touch the rear wall of the refrigerator!
• Some organic solutions like volatile oils in lemon and orange peel, acid in butter etc. can cause
damages when in contact with plastic surfaces or gaskets for longer period of time.
• Unpleasant odor inside the refrigerator is a sign that something is wrong with foods or that your
refrigerator needs cleaning. Unpleasant odor can be eliminated or reduced by washing the interior of
the refrigerator with a mild solution of water and vinegar. We also recommend using activated carbon
filters to clean the air or to neutralize odors.
• If you plan a longer journey, make sure to remove quickly perishable articles of food out of the
appliance before you leave.