Smeg FAB28MCUS Refrigerator USE, Using the controls, Storing fresh food

Instructions for the user

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.

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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:

•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.

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