Smeg GB-IE Identifying and Dealing with Malfunctions, Problem Possible Cause Probable Solution

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

PROBABLE SOLUTION

Noisy operation

-

see point “9.4 Operating noises”

The compressor starts up too often or -

compressor

and

condenser

-

check that the rear of the

operates continuously:

cooling inadequate:

appliance is properly ventilated as

explained in point “4. installation

and connection” and that the

condenser is not over-dirty;

-

rise in outside temperature;

-

door opened often or for long

-

try not to open the door too often.

periods;

-

Press button

;

The compressor does not start up:

-

Switch turned off;

-

power supply lead not connected

-

connect the

cable to the power

to the electrical mains;

supply;

-

mains socket not supplying

-

contact the utility company

electrical power;

-

Room temperature too high.

-

Adjust the temperature using keys

Cooling inside the wine cellar -

Inside temperature set too high

insufficient:

(meaning reduced cooling effect).

or

as described in point “7.3

Temperature setting”;

-

open the door less often and for

-

door opened often or for long

as short a time as possible

periods.

-

In case of cracks, try to soften the

Too much condensation forming -

check that the door gaskets are

inside the wine cellar:

providing an airtight seal on the

gasket by pulling it with one hand

wine cellar;

and sliding your closed fingers

along the inside;

-

door opened often or for long

-

open the door less often and for

periods;

shorter times, especially when the

appliance is working in warm,

humid conditions;

-

Clear the drain opening

Water in bottom of wine cellar:

-

“Condensation

drain”

opening

blocked

-

if you attempt to open a door

Door hard to open just after closing:

again just after closing it,

considerable strength is required.

This is because of the vacuum

caused by cooling of the warm air

that has entered the appliance.