INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
OF AN UPRIGHT FRIDGE
FREEZER
We thank you for the confidence you have shown by purchasing our appliance which
is designed to simplify your life. To make the use of the product easier, we have supplied
detailed instructions for use, and installation instructions supplied on a separate sheet.
The instructions should allow you to learn about your new appliance as quickly as
possible.
We wish you find a lot of pleasure in its use.
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www.smeg.com/services/customer-service
Subject to change without notice.
Link to the EU EPREL database
The QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance provides a web link to
the registration of this appliance in the EU EPREL database. Keep the energy label for
reference together with the user manual and all other documents provided with this
appliance. It is possible to find information related to the performance of the product
in the EU EPREL database using the link https://eprel.ec.europa.eu and the model name
and product number that you can find on the rating plate of the appliance. For more
detailed information about the energy label, visit www.theenergylabel.eu.
The appliance is intended solely for household use.
The refrigerator is intended for storing fresh food at temperatures above 0°C.
The freezer is intended for freezing fresh food and for long-term storage of frozen food
(up to one year, depending on the type of food).
The following symbols are used throughout the manual and they have the following meanings:
INFORMATION!
Information, advice, tip, or recommendation
WARNING!
Warning – general danger
ELECTRIC SHOCK!
Warning – danger of electric shock
DANGER OF FIRE!
Warning – danger of fire
Contents
5Important notes and precautions ..........................................................................................
5Before using the appliance for the first time .............................................................................
5Important safety instructions ....................................................................................................
8Important information on the use of appliance .........................................................................
9Environment protection ............................................................................................................
11Advice for saving power with refrigeration appliances .......................................................
12Installation and connection ....................................................................................................
12Selecting the room ....................................................................................................................
12Appliance placement ................................................................................................................
14Connecting the appliance .........................................................................................................
15Reversing the door opening direction ..................................................................................
19Description of the appliance ..................................................................................................
20Operating the appliance .........................................................................................................
20Switching the appliance on/off .................................................................................................
20Adjusting the temperature in the appliance ..............................................................................
21Intensive freezing (super freeze) function .................................................................................
22Eco function ..............................................................................................................................
22High temperature alarm ............................................................................................................
22Open door alarm .......................................................................................................................
24Appliance interior equipment ................................................................................................
24Shelf ..........................................................................................................................................
24Wire bottle rack * ......................................................................................................................
24Fruit and vegetable bin with humidity control (CrispZone) * ....................................................
25FreshZone drawer * ..................................................................................................................
25Turning the FreshZone drawer into a fruit and vegetables drawer * ........................................
26Door racks ................................................................................................................................
26MultiFlow ...................................................................................................................................
27Recommended distribution of food in the appliance ..........................................................
28Storing food in the refrigerator ..............................................................................................
28Important warnings regarding food storage .............................................................................
28Avoid contamination of food .....................................................................................................
29Freezing and storing frozen food ..........................................................................................
29Freezing procedure ...................................................................................................................
29Important warnings on freezing ................................................................................................
29Storing industrially frozen food .................................................................................................
30Frozen food storage time ..........................................................................................................
30Thawing frozen food .................................................................................................................
31Defrosting the appliance ........................................................................................................
31Automatic refrigerator defrosting ..............................................................................................
31Defrosting a NoFrost freezer .....................................................................................................
32Cleaning the appliance ...........................................................................................................
33Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................
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Important notes and precautions
Before using the appliance for the first time
Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, please read carefully the instructions for use
which describe the appliance and its correct and safe use. The instructions apply to several appliance
types/models; thus, settings or equipment may be described herein which is not available in your
appliance. We recommend saving this instruction manual for future reference and attach it to the
appliance if it is sold in the future.
The instruction manual includes the No Frost version/model of the freezer which is fitted with a fan
and in which the defrosting process is automatic (only with some models).
Check for any damage or irregularities on your appliance. If you find your appliance is damaged, notify
the retailer from which you have purchased the appliance.
Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, let the appliance rest in a vertical position for a
minimum of 2 hours. This will reduce the possibility of operation faults due to the effect of transport
on the cooling system.
Important safety instructions
DANGER OF FIRE!
WARNING! Risk of fire/flammable materials.
The appliance must be connected to the power mains and
grounded in compliance with the effective standards and
regulations.
WARNING! Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or
portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
Before cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the power mains
(unplug the power cord from the wall outlet).
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ELECTRIC SHOCK!
WARNING! If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
ELECTRIC SHOCK!
WARNING! When positioning the appliance, ensure the
supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
ELECTRIC SHOCK!
If LED lighting does not work, call a service technician. Do
not attempt a repair of the LED lighting yourself, as there is
danger of contact with high voltage!
WARNING!
WARNING! Do not use electrical appliances inside the food
storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of
the type recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING!
WARNING! Do not use mechanical devices or other means
to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING!
WARNING! To avoid any hazard resulting from poor stability
of the appliance, make sure it is installed as instructed.
Freeze burn hazard
To avoid freeze burn, never put frozen food in your mouth and
do not touch frozen food.
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Safety of children and vulnerable persons
The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
Remove the packaging intended to protect the appliance or
particular parts during transport and keep it outside the reach
of children. It presents danger of injury or suffocation.
When removing a used appliance, disconnect the power cord,
remove the door, and leave the shelves in the appliance. This
will prevent children from locking themselves in the appliance.
For European markets only
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload
refrigerating appliances.
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Warning regarding the refrigerant
The appliance contains a small amount of an environmentally
friendly yet flammable gas R600a. Make sure that no parts of
the cooling system are damaged. A gas leak is not hazardous
to the environment, but it could cause eye injury or fire.
In case of a gas leak, ventilate the room thoroughly, disconnect
the appliance from the power mains, and call a service
technician.
Important information on the use of appliance
WARNING! This appliance is intended to be used in household
and similar applications such as:
•
staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments;
•
farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other
residential type environments;
•
bed and breakfast type environments;
•
catering and similar non-retail applications.
WARNING!
WARNING! Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance
enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
The appliance may not be used outdoors and it may not be
exposed to rain.
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Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with
a flammable propellant in this appliance.
If the appliance will be out of use for an extended period of
time, switch it off using the relevant button, and unplug it from
the power mains. Empty the appliance, defrost it, clean it, and
leave the door ajar.
In case of an error or power supply failure, do not open the
freezer compartment unless the freezer has not operated for
over 16 hours. After this period, use the frozen food or provide
sufficient cooling (e.g. a replacement appliance).
Technical information on the appliance
Rating plate can be found in the appliance interior. It indicates
data on voltage, gross and net volume, type and amount of
refrigerant, and information on the climate classes.
If the language on the rating plate is not the language of your
choice or the language of your country, replace it with the one
supplied.
WARNING!
WARNING! Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. This will
also prevent pollution.
Environment protection
Packaging is made of environmentally friendly materials that can be recycled, disposed of, or destroyed
without any hazard to the environment.
Removing an obsolete appliance
To protect the environment, take the obsolete appliance to an authorized home appliance collection
centre.
Before doing so, do the following:
• disconnect the appliance from the power mains;
• do not allow children to play with the appliance.
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The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the product should not be treated
as normal household waste. The product should be taken to an authorized collection centre for waste
electric and electronic equipment processing. Correct disposal of the product will help prevent any
negative effects on the environment and health of people which could occur in case of incorrect
product removal. For detailed information on removal and processing of the product, please contact
the relevant municipal body in charge of waste management, your waste disposal service, or the store
where you bought the product.
Information for test institutes
Installation and preparation of the appliance for any EcoDesign verification shall be compliant with
EN 62552.
Ventilation requirements, recess dimensions and minimum rear clearances shall be as stated in these
User Manual. Please contact the manufacturer for any further information, including loading plans.
Customer care and service
Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorized Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available:
Model, Serial Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
Service
• To repair the appliance, contact the Authorized Service Centre. Use original spare parts only.
• Please note that self-repair or nonprofessional repair can have safety consequences and might
void the guarantee.
• The following spare parts will be available for 7 years after the model has been discontinued:
thermostats, temperature sensors, printed circuit boards, light sources, door handles, door hinges,
trays, and baskets. Please note that some of these spare parts are only available to professional
repairers, and that not all spare parts are relevant for all models.
• Door gaskets will be available for 10 years after the model has been discontinued.
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Advice for saving power with refrigeration
appliances
• Install the appliance as specified in the instruction manual.
• Do not open the door more often than necessary.
• Occasionally make sure air circulation underneath the appliance is unobstructed.
• If the gasket is damaged or does not provide a perfect seal for any reason, have it replaced as
soon as possible.
• Store the food in tightly sealed containers or appropriate packaging.
• Before placing the food in the refrigerator, allow it to cool down to room temperature.
• Defrost frozen food in the refrigerator compartment.
• To make use of the entire freezer compartment interior volume, remove some of the drawers as
described in the instruction manual.
• Make sure the layout of shelves in the compartment is uniform and that the food is placed so that
the air can freely circulate in the appliance interior (observe the recommended placement of food
as described in the instructions).
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Installation and connection
Selecting the room
• Install the appliance in a dry and well ventilated room. The appliance will operate correctly if the
environment temperature is in the interval specified in the table. The appliance class is indicated
on the rating plate / label with the basic information on the appliance.
Relative humidityAmbient temperature range °CClassDescription
≤75%
+10 to +32SN
Extended
temperate
+16 to +32NTemperate
+16 to +38STSubtropical
+16 to +43TTropical
INFORMATION!
This appliance is not intended to be used as a build-in appliance.
INFORMATION!
Do not place an appliance in a room where temperature can drop to below 5 °C as this may
cause abnormal appliance operation or failure!
• After the installation, the appliance mains plug should be accessible!
• Do not place the appliance near appliances or devices radiating heat, such as a cooker, a stove,
a radiator, water heater etc., and do not expose it to direct sunlight. The appliance should stand
at least 3 cm away from an electric or gas cooker or at least 30 cm away from an oil or solid fuel
stove. If the distance between such source of heat and the appliance is smaller, use an insulating
panel.
Note: Place the appliance in a sufficiently large room. There should be at least 1 m
3
of space per 8
grams of refrigerant. Amount of refrigerant is indicated on the rating plate in the appliance interior.
Appliance placement
Appliance installation should be carried out by at least two persons to avoid any personal injury or
damage to the appliance.
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• The appliance must stand level or tilted slightly to the back. It should be stable and placed a solid
base. At the front, the appliance is fi tted with two adjustable feet that can be used to level the
appliance. At the rear side, casters allow for easier installation of the appliance (only with some
models).
• After you have levelled the appliance using the adjustable feet, adjust the additional foot for extra
stability of the appliance.
• Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight and do not place it near sources of heat. If this
cannot be avoided, install an insulation panel.
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• The appliance is intended for free-standing installation. To reach the rated/minimum power
consumption, always provide 50 mm of clearance between the wall and the back of the appliance,
and above the appliance. Also allow adequate air circulation on either side of the appliance and
above it.
• The appliance can also be placed adjacent to or between kitchen cabinets or cupboards, or
adjacent to a wall. In case of such placement, the appliance will operate flawlessly; however,
power consumption could increase. Observe the minimum clearance above and behind the
appliance, as indicated in the figure.
• Take into account the space or clearance required to open the appliance door, in order to allow
the drawers and shelves to be pulled out or removed (see installation diagram).
* depending on the model
** model with integrated handle
*** model with external/protruding handle
Connecting the appliance
• Connect the appliance to the power mains using the power cord.
The wall outlet should be fitted with a ground contact (safety socket).
Nominal voltage and frequency are indicated on the rating plate/label
with basic information on the appliance.
• The appliance must be connected to the power mains and grounded
in compliance with the effective standards and regulations. The
appliance will withstand short-term deviations from the nominal
voltage, but not more than +/- 6%.
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Reversing the door opening direction
The direction in which the appliance door opens can be reversed.
Note: Disconnect the appliance from the power mains before reversing the door opening direction.
Tools required:
Socket wrench No. 8,
Cross-point screwdriver
Flat screwdriver
Spanner No. 8
Note:
• If the appliance has to be tilted to allow access to parts on the bottom, ask another person for
assistance or gently place the appliance on some soft padding to prevent damaging it. To reverse
the opening direction, proceed as follows.
1. Place the appliance in an upright position. Open the top door and
remove the door racks (to prevent damaging them during the
procedure). Close the door.
2. Remove the top hinge cap (1).
3. Undo the screws (2) and remove the hinge (3). Hold the door while
doing this to prevent it from falling.
4. Remove the top door from the middle hinge by carefully lifting it
straight up. Lay the door onto a smooth surface.
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5. Take the (right) cap/cover (4) from the bag and place it on the spot
from which the top hinge was removed. Remove and save the
cap/cover from the other side (5) to which the hinge will be
relocated.
6. Remove the cap (6) from the left side of the top door. Then, remove
the cap (7) from the right side of the top door. Place the cap (7) on
the left side of the top door and place the cap (6) on the right side
of the top door.
7. Undo the screw (8) and remove the door retainer (10) and the door
stop (9). Then, use a screw (8) to install the door retainer supplied
in the bag, and the door stop (9). Keep the door retainer (10) in
case you need it later.
8. Undo the screws from the middle hinge and remove it. Then,
remove the bottom door from the bottom hinge.
9. Lay the bottom door onto a smooth surface. Undo the screw (8)
and remove the door retainer (10) and the door stop (9). Then, use
a screw (8) to attach the door retainer supplied in the bag, and the
door stop (9). Keep the door retainer (10) in case you need it later.
10. Remove the middle hinge cap and replace it on the opposite side.
11. Tilt the appliance backwards and remove the adjustable foot (11).
12. Undo the three screws on the bottom hinge
(14) and remove it. Remove the extra foot
(12) from the bottom hinge pin (13).
Unscrew the pin (13) from the bottom hinge
and screw it onto the opposite side of the
hinge, complete with the extra foot (12).
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13. Attach the hinge (14) onto the opposite side
using the screws. The screws should be
attached in the order shown in the figure
below. First, tighten the screw 1, followed
by screws 2. Then, screw on the adjustable
feet (11).
14. Place the bottom door onto the bottom
hinge and hold them in place. Rotate the
middle hinge by 180°. Place the washer in
the correct position and adjust the position
of the middle hinge so that you can install
and fix the bottom door.
15. Place the top door in the correct position and use the screws (2)
to attach the upper hinge (3). Hold the top door in place while
positioning them.
16. Replace the upper hinge cap (1).
17. Open the top door and replace the door rack; then, close the door.
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Note: If your model has a handle, then move it to the opposite side by following the instructions below.
Remove the caps (1) and undo the two screws (2) as shown in the figure. Rotate the handle (3) by
180° and replace it on the opposite side. Then, fasten the screws (2) and replace the caps (1).
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Description of the appliance
This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class G.
A Refrigerator
1. Control panel
2. LED lighting
3. MultiFlow
4. Glass shelves
5. Fruit and vegetables drawer
6. Door racks
B Freezer
7. Top freezing and storage drawer
8. Deep SpaceBox drawer for freezing and
storage
9. Bottom storage drawer
• The drawers are fitted with a system that prevents them from being unintentionally pulled out. To
remove a drawer from the appliance, pull it out as far as it will go, then lift at the front and pull out
completely.
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Operating the appliance
A. Appliance on/off key
B. Temperature and extra functions settings key
C. Refrigerator compartment temperature display
The signal light above the set temperature display is lit
D. Intensive freezing (fast freeze) function indicator
If intensive freezing (freezer boost) is activated, the signal light above the D symbol will be lit.
E. Eco function indicator
If the Eco function is activated, the signal light above the E symbol will be lit.
To set the appliance temperature or activate the Eco function, press the B key successively. The
indicator cycles through the settings in a circular manner, from right to left. Three seconds after the
key is released, the setting will be stored automatically.
To activate or deactivate intensive freezing (freezer boost), press the B key and hold it for a few
seconds.
Switching the appliance on/off
Switching the appliance on: To switch on the appliance, press the A
key.
Switching off the appliance: Press the A key again and hold it for 2
seconds. The appliance will be switched off, but it will remain powered.
Adjusting the temperature in the appliance
INFORMATION!
The factory default setting is the recommended temperature of 4 °C. At this setting, the
temperature in the freezer compartment will be around -18 °C.
After the appliance is switched on, it may take several hours for the set temperature to be reached.
Do not place any food into the refrigerator before the temperature drops to the selected setting.
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• Set the desired temperature using the B key.
• Set the desired temperature by successively pressing the B key.
• The indicator cycles through the settings in a circular manner, from
right to left.
The numbers 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8 indicate the
temperature in degrees Celsius (°C) in the
refrigerator compartment.
• The recommended temperature setting is +4 °C. At this temperature, food quality and freshness
are preserved longer.
• The temperature in the refrigerator compartment also affects the temperature in the freezer
compartment. For a lower temperature in the freezer compartment, set a lower temperature in the
refrigerator compartment.
• If the temperature of the room where the appliance is installed is below 16 °C, we recommend
setting a temperature lower than 4 °C.
Intensive freezing (super freeze) function
Use this setting after switching on the appliance for the first time, before cleaning, or 24 hours before
adding a large amount of food.
Switching on: To activate intensive freezing,
press the B key and hold it until the signal light
above the D symbol lights up.
INFORMATION!
When the intensive freezing function is selected, the appliance works at maximum capacity. It
may then make more noise for a while.
INFORMATION!
When the intensive freezing (super freeze) function is activated, temperature may be lower both
in the refrigerator and the freezer compartment.
• When intensive freezing is activated, you may still adjust the refrigerator compartment temperature
by briefly pressing the B key.
Switching off: Press and hold the B key again, until the light above the D symbol goes off. If the
intensive freezing function is not deactivated manually, it will be automatically switched off (after
approximately two days), and the temperature will return to the most recently set value.
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• If there is a power outage while the intensive freezing function is active the function will be restarted
once power supply is restored.
Eco function
Switching on: To activate the Eco function,
press the B key until light above the E symbol
lights up. When this function is activated, the
appliance operates under optimum settings.
Switching off: To switch off the Eco function,
use the B key to select the desired temperature.
High temperature alarm
If the temperature inside the appliance is too
high, acoustic alarm will be activated
(intermittent tone) and the signal light above
the set temperature (C) will start flashing.
Every time you switch on the appliance using the A key, a 24-hour delay in alarm operation is activated.
If the appliance fails to reach a sufficiently low temperature after this period, the alarm will be activated.
Switching off the alarm:
• To acknowledge and switch off the acoustic alarm, press the B key.
If the alarm is not switched off, it will be activated every hour for
approximately 15 minutes.
• When you press the B key again, it will already work as a settings
adjustment key.
• The light above the set temperature C will flash until the appliance
reaches a sufficiently low temperature.
Open door alarm
If the refrigerator or freezer compartment door is open for more than 2 minutes, an acoustic alarm
(repetitive beep) will be activated. If the alarm is not switched off manually, it will be sounded for 10
minutes.
To switch off the alarm: to switch off the alarm, close the appliance door.
INFORMATION!
If you switch off the alarm by pressing the B key, it will be activated again after 4 minutes if the
door is still open.
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INFORMATION!
If you leave the door open for more than 10 minutes, then the alarm will stop and the indicator
light above the display 8 will start to flash. Appliance operation will switch to safe mode in order
to provide sufficient cooling and prevent food spoilage despite the open door.
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Appliance interior equipment
( * Equipment depends on the model)
Shelf
You can lay out the empty shelves to your liking across the guides in the
refrigerator interior without having to remove them from the refrigerator.
To move the shelf or take it out from the refrigerator, slightly lift it at the
back, pull it towards you, and then either move it or take it out of the
appliance. Store quickly perishable food at the back of the shelf where
the temperature is the lowest.
Wire bottle rack *
• Some models also feature a wire bottle holder. It is protected against
being inadvertently pulled out. It can only be pulled out when it is
empty. To pull it out, lift it slightly at the front and pull it towards you.
Place the bottle holder so that the length of the bottles does not
prevent proper closing of the door.
The holder can take a maximum load of nine 0.75-litre bottles or 13
kilograms of total weight – see label on the right side in the appliance
interior.
• Cans may also be placed on the bottle rack (lengthwise or crosswise).
Fruit and vegetable bin with humidity control (CrispZone) *
• The drawer at the bottom of the refrigerator is intended for storing fruit and vegetables. It provides
humidity and prevents the food from drying out. The drawer has a humidity regulator which allows
setting the humidity level.
Slider position to the right: closed vents, higher humidity in the bin.
Slider position to the left: open vents, lower humidity in the bin.
If you observe droplets accumulating below the glass shelf, open the
vents and wipe the shelf (see chapter TROUBLESHOOTING).
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• Pulling out the bin:
- Pull out the bin as far as it will go. Then, lift the front part and
pull it out completely.
FreshZone drawer *
(Only in some models)
In the FreshZone compartment, food stays fresh longer than in a conventional refrigerator, retaining
more flavour and nutrients.
Decay and loss of mass are slowed down; therefore, fruit and vegetables remain fresh and natural
longer. For optimum performance, the drawer should be fully closed.
• When buying food, make sure it is fresh as this will determine the quality of the food, as well as
how long it will keep in the fridge.
• Store the food in closed containers or appropriate packaging to prevent them from emitting or
receiving odours and humidity.
• Take the food from the drawer 30 to 60 minutes before use to allow the aroma and flavour develop
at room temperature.
• Food sensitive to low temperature and not appropriate for storage in the FreshZone drawer include
the following: pineapple, avocado, bananas, olives, potatoes, eggplant, cucumbers, beans, peppers
(capsicum), melons, watermelons, pumpkins, squash, zucchini etc.
• To remove the drawer:
- Pull out the drawer until it is blocked.
- Lift it at the front and pull out completely.
Turning the FreshZone drawer into a fruit and vegetables
drawer *
• If you find you need extra space for your fruit and vegetables, you can turn your ZeroZone drawer
into a fruit and vegetables drawer (CrispZone).
• To do this, use the slider as follows:
- To use the drawer as a FreshZone: push the slider to the right.
- To use the drawer as a fruit and vegetables drawer (CrispZone): move the slider to the left.
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Door racks
Interior side of the refrigerator door is fitted with shelves intended for
storing cheese, butter, eggs, yoghurt, and other smaller packages, tubes,
cans etc.
You may lay out the racks as desired by lifting them slightly from the
grooves that hold them in place and moving them to the desired spot,
making sure to fit them in the grooves there.
The bottom rack is intended for storing bottles.
Maximum load on each door shelf is 5 kg.
MultiFlow
• The advanced MultiFlow fan system evenly distributes the temperature throughout the entire
refrigerator. Air mimics the natural microclimate that keeps the food fresh for longer. This system
also allows placing any type of food on any shelf in the fridge, as there are not temperature
differences between them.
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Recommended distribution of food in the
appliance
Sections in the refrigerator compartment:
• upper part: canned food, bread, wine, pastry etc.
• middle part: dairy products, ready-made meals, desserts, soft drinks, beer, cooked food, etc.
• Fruit and vegetable bin: fresh fruit, vegetables, salads, root vegetables, potatoes, onions, garlic,
tomatoes, sauerkraut, turnips etc.
Sections in the refrigerator compartment
door:
• upper/middle door bins: eggs, butter,
cheese etc.
• lower door bins: beverages, cans, bottles
INFORMATION!
Do not store fruit (bananas, pineapples,
papaya, citruses) and vegetables
(zucchini, eggplant, cucumbers, bell
peppers, tomatoes, and potatoes)
sensitive to low temperatures in the
refrigerator.
Freezer sections:
• freezing, storing frozen food (see chapter Freezing and storing frozen food).
INFORMATION!
Do not store the following in the freezer: lettuce, eggs, apples, pears, grapes, peaches, yoghurt,
soured milk, sour cream, and mayonnaise.
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Storing food in the refrigerator
Important warnings regarding food storage
INFORMATION!
Correct use of the appliance, appropriate packaging, maintaining the right temperature, and
observing the food hygiene standards have a decisive impact on the quality of food storage.
Observe the expiry dates for the food, indicated on the packaging.
Food stored in the refrigerator should be kept in closed containers or in appropriate packaging
to prevent it from emitting or receiving odours and humidity.
Do not store inflammable, volatile, and explosive substances in the refrigerator.
Bottles with high alcohol content should be tightly sealed and stored in an upright position.
Some organic solutions, essential oils in lemon and orange peel, butter acid, etc. may damage
the plastic surfaces in case of a prolonged contact, causing damage and premature ageing of
these materials.
Unpleasant odour warns of lacking cleanliness of the appliance or perished contents (see chapter
Cleaning the Appliance).
If you are leaving home for a longer period of time, remove perishables from the refrigerator.
Avoid contamination of food
To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions:
• Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the
compartments of the appliance.
• Regularly clean surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.
• Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with
or drip onto other food.
• If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave
the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.
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Freezing and storing frozen food
Freezing procedure
INFORMATION!
Maximum amount of fresh food that may be inserted at once is specified on the appliance rating
plate. If the amount of food to be frozen exceeds the indicated amount, the quality of freezing
will be inferior; in addition, the quality of the food already frozen will deteriorate.
• To make use of the entire freezer volume, remove all drawers.
• Activate the super freeze function 24 hours before freezing fresh food:
- press and hold the B key until the light above the D symbol lights up.
To make sure the food freezes as quickly as possible, lay out the packages as described below:
Divide fresh food into smaller packages (1 kg). Place two packages against the back wall along the
left and right edge of the upper drawer, one package in the middle in front of them (also in the upper
drawer), and one package in the middle drawer, against the middle of the back wall.
Make sure the fresh food is not in contact with the food that is already frozen.
• When freezing smaller amounts of food (1-2 kilograms), activating the super freeze function is not
required.
Important warnings on freezing
INFORMATION!
Only use the freezer to freeze food appropriate for freezing. Always use quality and fresh food.
Select the most suitable packaging for the food and use the packaging correctly.
Make sure the packaging is air and water tight so that the food does not dry out and loose its
vitamins.
Indicate the type of food, amount, and date of freezing on the packaging.
It is important that the food freezes quickly. Therefore, smaller packages are recommended.
Refrigerate the food before freezing.
Storing industrially frozen food
• When storing and using frozen food, observe the manufacturer's instructions. Temperature and
expiry date are indicated on the packaging.
• Only choose food with undamaged packaging, stored in freezers at temperatures of –18 °C or
lower.
• Do not purchase food covered in frost as this indicates it has been partly thawed several times
and that it is of inferior quality.
• Protect the food from thawing during transport. In case of an increase in temperature, storage
time will be shorter and quality will deteriorate.
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Frozen food storage time
Recommended storage time in the freezer
Storage lifeType of food
from 10 to 12 monthsFruit, beef
from 8 to 10 monthsVegetables, veal, poultry
from 6 to 8 monthsVenison
from 4 to 6 monthsPork
4 monthsFinely chopped or minced meat
3 monthsBread, pastas, cooked dishes, whitefish
2 monthsOffal
1 monthSmoked sausage, bluefish
Thawing frozen food
• Thawing is an important step in storing food preserved by freezing. Food must be thawed in the
correct way.
• Suitable methods of thawing food are:
- in the refrigerator;
- in cold water;
- in a microwave or conventional oven with a suitable thaw program.
• Some frozen products can be prepared without needing to thaw them first. The manufacturer will
state this on the packaging.
• The food needs to be packed in small portions. In this way the food thaws faster.
• Use partially or completely thawed food as quickly as possible. The bacteria in thawed food are
reactivated and the food will spoil rapidly. This applies in particular to fruit, vegetables and
ready-made food.
• Do not refreeze partially or completely thawed food.
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Defrosting the appliance
Automatic refrigerator defrosting
Refrigerator does not need defrosting because the ice on the back interior wall is thawed automatically.
Any accumulated ice will melt when the compressor unit is inactive. Drops will flow through an opening
in the refrigerator rear wall into a tray fitted above the compressor, from where they will evaporate.
Make sure the opening in the back wall in the refrigerator interior is never blocked by food or any other
object.
If an excessive layer of ice is formed on the rear wall of refrigerator interior (3–5 mm), switch off the
appliance and defrost the appliance manually.
Defrosting a NoFrost freezer
• The NoFrost freezer will defrost automatically. Any frost layer that may build up occasionally will
disappear automatically.
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Cleaning the appliance
WARNING!
Before cleaning, unplug the appliance from the power mains – switch off the appliance (see
chapter Switching the Appliance On/Off) and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
• Use a soft cloth to clean all surfaces. Cleaners that contain abrasive substances, acids, or solvents
are not suitable for cleaning as they may damage the surface.
Clean the appliance exterior with water or a mild solution of suds.
Lacquer-coated and aluminium surfaces may be cleaned with lukewarm water to which you have
added a mild detergent. Use of cleaners with low alcohol content is allowed (e.g. window cleaners).
Do not use cleaners containing alcohol for cleaning plastic materials.
Appliance interior can be cleaned with lukewarm water to which you can add some vinegar.
• Do not wash the parts of appliance interior equipment in a dishwasher as they may be damaged.
• A gutter and an opening for discharging the water from thawed frost
deposits are located underneath the cooling panel that cools the
refrigerator interior. The gutter and the opening may not be clogged.
Inspect them often and clean if necessary (e.g. with a plastic straw).
• Frost or ice build-up, 3–5 mm thick, will increase power consumption. Therefore, it should be
regularly removed (does not apply to NO FROST freezers). Do not use any sharp objects, solvents,
or sprays.
• The condenser unit, located next to the compressor unit on the back of the appliance (only with
some models), has to be kept clean, free of dust or other impurities. Occasionally clean it using
a soft non-metal brush or a vacuum cleaner.
• After cleaning, switch the appliance back on and insert the food.
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Troubleshooting
Cause or remedy:Problem:
Appliance is connected to the
power mains but it does not
work.
• Make sure there is voltage in the power outlet and that the
appliance is switched on.
Cooling system operates
continuously for a long period
of time:
• Too high environment temperature.
• Door opened too frequently or too long.
• Door not closed correctly (possible impurities on the seal,
misaligned door, damaged seal etc.).
• Too much fresh food inserted at once.
• Sensor in the refrigerator (A) blocked by fresh food. Make sure
the air can circulate around the sensor (only with some models).
Excessive build-up of ice on
the back wall of refrigerator
interior can be a result of the
following:
• door opened too frequently or too long.
• Warm food placed in the refrigerator.
• Food or containers in contact with the back interior wall of the
refrigerator.
• Poor door sealing.
• If the seal is dirty or damaged, clean or replace it.
Build-up of ice or frost in the
freezer interior (NoFrost
appliances):
• The door has been opened for too long or too frequently.
• The door is not properly closed.
• The door has a poor seal (the gasket is dirty, the door is not
properly aligned, the gasket is damaged etc.).
• Manually defrost the appliance.
Condensate (dew) on the
shelf above the drawers:
• This is transient phenomenon which cannot be entirely avoided
in periods of high environment temperature and humidity. It
subsides when temperature and humidity are normalized. We
recommend cleaning the drawers more frequently and wiping
the droplets occasionally.
• Open the humidity control slider.
• Put food in bags or other packaging with a good seal.
Droplets on the refrigerator
compartment back wall.
• This is normal. The refrigerator compartment is defrosted
automatically, which results in droplets of water that flows
through an opening in the refrigerator compartment back wall
into a tray above the compressor unit, from which it evaporates.
• Clogged water discharge opening or water dripping past the
water gutter.
• Clean the blocked opening, e.g. using a plastic straw.
• If a thick layer of ice builds up, defrost the appliance manually
(see Defrosting the Appliance).
Water is dripping/leaking from
the refrigerator:
The light above the set
temperature display will flash:
• Door opened too frequently or too long.
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Cause or remedy:Problem:
• Door not closed correctly (possible impurities on the seal,
misaligned door, damaged seal etc.).
• An extended power failure.
• Too much fresh food inserted at once.
Door is difficult to open:
• If you are trying to open the freezer door after just having closed
it, this could be difficult to do. As you open the door, some cool
air escapes from the appliance and it is replaced by warm air
from the environment. When this air is cooled, negative pressure
is generated which results in problems as you try to open the
door. After a few minutes, the condition is normalized and the
door can be easily opened again.
Appliance sides are warm:
• This is normal. There are pipes and tubes installed in the
appliance sides, which tend to heat up during appliance
operation.
LED lighting does not work:
• If LED lighting does not work, call a service technician.
• Do not attempt a repair of the LED lighting yourself, as there is
danger of contact with high voltage!
Signal light above the 2, 3 or
5 indicator flashes:
• Temperature sensor error or fault. Call a service centre for repair.
Until the appliance is repaired by a service technician, the
appliance will operate in safe mode. The appliance will
automatically preserve the most suitable temperature for each
compartment.
Signal light above the D or E
indicator flashes:
• Sensor keys are not responding. Call a service centre for repair.
• Until the appliance is repaired by a service technician, the
appliance will operate in safe mode. The appliance will
automatically preserve the most suitable temperature for each
compartment.
Signal light above the 8
indicator flashes:
• Door was open for too long. Close the door.
• If the lighting in the compartment does not function either, then
there is a door sensor fault. Call a service centre to arrange a
repair. The appliance will operate in safe mode until it is repaired.
The appliance will automatically preserve the most suitable
temperature for each compartment.
If the above tips do not resolve your problem, call the nearest authorized service centre and state the
type, model, and serial number indicated on the appliance rating plate or label located in the appliance
interior.
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Information about appliance noise
Cooling in refrigerator freezers is made possible by a cooling system that also includes a compressor
(and a fan with some appliances), which generates some noise. The level of noise depends on
installation, proper use, and age of the appliance.
• After connecting the appliance to the power mains, compressor operation, or the sound of flowing
liquid, may be somewhat louder. This is not a sign of malfunction and it will not affect the useful
life of the appliance. In time, appliance operation and this noise will become quieter.
• Sometimes, unusual or loud noises may appear during appliance operation; these are mostly the
result of improper installation:
- The appliance must stand level and stable on a solid base.
- The appliance may not be in contact with a wall or adjacent furniture.
- Make sure the interior equipment sits firmly in its place and that the noise is not caused by
rattling cans, bottles or other containers placed next to each other.
• Due to the higher workload on the cooling system when the door is opened more frequently or
for a longer time, when a large amount of fresh food is introduced or when intensive freezing or
cooling functions are activated, the appliance can temporarily generate more noise.
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