HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

This appliance is a refrigerator with a start freezer compartment.

Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic.

The refrigerator can operate at ambient temperatures between +10°C and +38°C. Optimal performance is obtained at temperatures between +16°C and +32°C.

Switching on the refrigerator for the first time

Insert the plug into the mains socket.

The thermostat is used to adjust the temperature of both compartments: refrigerator and freezer.

How to adjust the temperature of the compartments:

1.For correct operation and optimum storage of food, follow instructions given in the enclosed product sheet for thermostat adjustment.

2.To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment, turn the thermostat control knob:

lowest/MIN numbers for the LEAST COLD internal temperatures;

highest/MAX numbers for the COLDEST internal temperatures.

Thermostat set to ●: no operation, no light.

Note:

The ambient air temperature, frequency of door opening and the position of the appliance can affect internal temperatures. These factors must be taken into account when setting the thermostat.

How to use the refrigerator compartment Position the food as illustrated in the figure.

A. Cooked food B. Fish, meat

C. Fruit and vegetables

D.Bottles

E.Eggs

F.Butter, cheese and dairy products

Notes:

The space between the shelves and the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment must be unobstructed to allow circulation of air.

Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment.

Do not place hot food in the refrigerator or freezer.

Store liquids in closed containers.

Storing vegetables with a high water content can result in condensation in the crisper drawer: this will not affect the correct operation of the appliance.

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Smeg FR238APL manual Switching on the refrigerator for the first time, How to adjust the temperature of the compartments