Smeg 91477B373-A Refrigerator Litre Retro Fridge Freezer Installation Guide

Smeg 91477B373-A Refrigerator Litre Retro Fridge Freezer

Specifications

• Freezer compartment for storing frozen foods, freezing fresh
  foods, and producing ice cubes

• Refrigerator compartment for storing fresh foods

• Fruit and vegetable drawer

• Interior lighting

• Thermostat for setting temperature

• Fridge door

Product Usage Instructions

Preliminary Operations
Before using the appliance, ensure all preliminary operations are completed as per the user manual instructions.

First Use
Follow the guidelines for the first use as outlined in the manual to ensure proper functioning.

We advise you to read this manual carefully, which contains all the instructions for maintaining the appliance’s aesthetic and functional qualities. For further information on the product: www.smeg.com

PRECAUTIONS

General safety instructions Risk of personal injury

PRECAUTIONS

General safety instructions Risk of personal injury

• During use the appliance and its accessible parts become very hot. Keep children well away from the appliance.
• Protect hands with heat resistant gloves during use.
• Never try to put out a fire or flames with water: Turn off the appliance and smother the flames with a fire blanket or other appropriate cover.
• This appliance may only be used by children aged 8 years and over, and by people of reduced physical, sensory or mental capacity, or lacking in experience in the use of electrical appliances, provided that they are supervised or have been given instructions on the safe use of the appliance and of the hazards associated with it.
• Children must not play with the appliance.
• Keep children under the age of eight at a safe distance unless they are constantly supervised.
• Keep children under the age of 8 away from the appliance when it is in use.
• Cleaning and maintenance must not be carried out by unsupervised children.
• Be aware of how rapidly the cooking zones heat up. Do not place empty pans on the heat. Danger of overheating.
• Activate the controls lock when you have children or pets which could reach the hob.
• Do not touch or clean the hob surface during operation or when the residual heat indicator lights are still on.
• After use, switch off the plates. Never rely solely on the cookware detector.
• Supervise children carefully as they cannot readily see the residual heat indication. After use the cooking zones remain hot for a certain period of time even if they have been turned off. Keep children away from the cooking zones.
• The cooking process must always kept under control. A short cooking process must be continuously monitored.
• WARNING: Cooking foods containing fat and/or oil without monitoring them can be dangerous and can cause a fire.
• Fats and oils can catch fire if they overheat. Do not leave the appliance unattended while preparing foods containing oils or fats. If fats or oils catch fire, never put water on them. Place the lid on the pan and turn off the relevant cooking zone.
• Do not use the Booster and/or the Double Booster functions (if present) to heat fats or oils. Fire hazard.
• Do not place metal objects, such as dishes or cutlery, on the surface of the hob during cooking as they may overheat.
• Do not cook foods in closed tins or containers or plastic containers.
• Do not use magnetic tins.
• Do not use trivets or other items between the bottom of the pan and the glass ceramic surface. Danger of burns.
• Do not insert pointed metal objects (cutlery or utensils) into the slots in the appliance.
• Do not use or store flammable materials near the appliance or directly underneath the hob.
• Switch off the appliance immediately after use.
• Do not pull the cable to unplug the appliance (if present).
• DO NOT USE AEROSOLS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS APPLIANCE WHILST IT IS IN USE.
• DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE.
• Always wear personal protective equipment (PPE) before carrying out any work on the appliance (installation, maintenance, positioning or moving).
• Do not clean the appliance if it is still hot or in operation.
• After use the cooking zones remain hot for a certain period of time after they have been turned off. Do not touch the hob surfaces.
• Before performing any work on the appliance, switch off the power supply.
•  Do not try to repair the appliance yourself or without the assistance of a qualified technician.
• If the power cable becomes damaged, contact technical support immediately to arrange for it to be replaced in order to avoid possible hazards.
• If cracks or fissures form, or if the glass ceramic cooking surface breaks, turn off the appliance immediately. Disconnect the power supply and call Technical Support.
• People who have pacemakers or other similar devices fitted must make sure that the operation of these devices is not affected by the induction field, the frequency range of which is between 20 and 50 kHz.
• In conformity with the provisions regarding electromagnetic compatibility, the electromagnetic induction cooking hob comes under group 2 and class B (EN 55011).

Risk of damaging the appliance

• Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents (e.g. scouring powders, stain removers and metallic sponges) on glass parts.

• Use wooden or plastic utensils.

• Do not sit on the appliance.

• Do not use the glass ceramic cooking surface as a support surface.

• Do not use the appliance as a support surface.

• Do not obstruct ventilation openings and heat dispersal slots.

• Do not use the hob if the pyrolytic cycle is taking place inside any oven installed below.

• Do not use steam jets to clean the appliance.

• Never leave the appliance unattended during cooking operations where fats or oils could be released, as these could then heat up and catch fire. Be very careful.

• Fire hazard: Never leave objects on the cooking surfaces.

• DO NOT FOR ANY REASON USE THE APPLIANCE AS A SPACE HEATER.

• Cooking vessels or griddle plates should be placed inside the perimeter of the hob.
  All pans must have smooth, flat bottoms.

• If any liquid does boil over or spill, remove the excess from the hob.

• Take care not to spill acid substances such as lemon juice or vinegar on the hob.

• Do not spill sugar or sweet mixtures on the hob during cooking.

• Do not place materials or substances that could melt or catch fire (paper, plastic or aluminium foil) on the appliance while it is in use.

• Place the cookware directly on the glass ceramic surface.

• Do not put empty pans or frying pans on switched on cooking zones.

• Do not use rough or abrasive materials or sharp metal scrapers.

• The glass ceramic surface is highly resistant to impact. However, prevent hard, solid objects from falling on the cooking surface as they may cause it to break.

• Do not use cleaning products containing chlorine, ammonia or bleach on parts made of steel or that have metallic surface finishes (e.g. anodizing, nickel- or chromium-plating).

• This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of external timer or separate remote control system.

Installation

• THIS APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE INSTALLED IN BOATS OR CARAVANS.
• This appliance must not be installed on a dishwasher.
• Position the appliance into the cabinet cut-out with the help of a second person.
• Check that the carcase has the required openings.
• Check that the carcase material is heat resistant.
• Installation and servicing should be carried out by qualified personnel in accordance with current standards.
• Have the electrical connection performed by authorised technical personnel.
• The appliance must be connected to earth in compliance with electrical system safety standards.
• Use cables that can withstand temperatures of at least 90°C.
• Run the power cable in the rear part of the unit. Make sure that it does not come into contact with the lower part of the hob or a built-in oven below it.
• Be careful when connecting additional electrical appliances. Connection cables must not come into contact with hot cooking zones.
• The tightening torque of the screws of the terminal supply wires must be 1.2 – 1.5 Nm.
• Do not attach the appliance too tightly to the unit as this could cause damage during use or partially obstruct the heat dispersal slots.
• The power cable must only be installed or replaced by a qualified technician.
• If the power cable becomes damaged, contact technical support immediately to arrange for it to be replaced in order to avoid possible hazards.
• Always use any necessary/required personal protective equipment (PPE) before performing any work on the appliance (installation, maintenance, positioning or movement).
• Before performing any work on the appliance, switch off the power supply.
• Allow the appliance to be disconnected after installation, via an accessible plug or a switch in the case of a fixed connection.
• Fit the power line with an all-pole circuit breaker with a contact separation distance sufficient to provide complete disconnection in category III overvoltage conditions, pursuant to installation regulations.
• If the electrical supply is restricted, means of all-pole disconnection must be accessible and incorporated in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.
• This appliance can be used up to a maximum altitude of 2,000 metres above sea level.

Appliance purpose
This appliance is intended for cooking food in the home environment. Every other use is considered inappropriate. It cannot be used:

• in employee kitchens, shops, offices and other working environments.
• in farms/farmhouses.
• by guests in hotels, motels and residential environments.
• In bed and breakfast accommodation.

This user manual

• This user manual is an integral part of the appliance and must therefore be kept in its entirety and within the user’s reach for the whole working life of the appliance.
• Read this user manual carefully before using the appliance.
• The explanations in this manual include images, which describe all that regularly appears on the display. However, it should be kept in mind that the appliance may be equipped with an updated version of the system, and as such, all that appears on the display may differ from those in the manual.

Manufacturer’s liability
The manufacturer declines all liability for damage to persons or property caused by:

• use of the appliance other than that specified;
• failure to comply with the instructions in the user manual;
• tampering with any part of the appliance;
• use of non-original spare parts.

Identification plate
The identification plate bears the technical data, serial number and brand name of the appliance. Do not remove the identification plate for any reason.

Energy label
To be informed about the performance of your device via the EU EPREL database visit the following web address and enter the model name (available on the identification plate): https://eprel.ec.europa.eu
On the energy label there is a QR code for a quick access to the web address. Use a device equipped with an appropriate reading program.

PRECAUTIONS

The energy label must be kept together with all documents supplied with the appliance.

Disposal

This appliance conforms to the WEEE European directive (2012/19/EU) and must be disposed of separately from other waste at the end of its service life.
The appliance does not contain substances in quantities sufficient to be considered hazardous to health and the environment, in accordance with current European directives.

Power voltage Danger of electrocution

• Disconnect the mains power supply.
• Unplug the appliance.

To dispose of the appliance:

• Cut the power cable and remove it.
• Deliver the appliance to the appropriate recycling centre for electrical and electronic equipment waste, or return it to the retailer when purchasing an equivalent product, on a one for one basis.

Our appliances are packaged in non-polluting and recyclable materials.

• Deliver the packing materials to the appropriate recycling centre.

Plastic packaging
Danger of suffocation

• Do not leave the packaging or any part of it unattended.
• Do not let children play with the plastic bags.

Information for control bodies

• For EcoDesign checks, the installation and preparation of the appliance must comply with EN 62552 standard.
• Ventilation requirements, dimensions and minimum space from the rear wall are indicated in the “Installation” chapter of this manual.
• Contact the manufacturer for more information.

To save energy

• Correct use of the appliance, correct packaging of foodstuffs, a constant temperature and food hygiene have effects on the quality of storage.
• Reduce the number of times that the doors are opened and the length of time they remain open to prevent the compartments from heating up excessively.
• Clean the condenser (if it can be accessed) at the rear of the appliance periodically to prevent the appliance from losing efficiency.
• Defrost frozen food in the refrigerator compartment in order to make use of the cold stored in the frozen foods.
• Placing the shelves at different heights does not affect the stated energy consumption.

Light sources

• This appliance contains light sources which cannot be replaced by the user and must only be replaced by the technical assistance service.
• This appliance contains light sources of efficiency class “F”.

How to read the user manual
This user manual uses the following reading conventions:

• Warning/Caution
• Information/Advice

DESCRIPTION

General Description

1. Freezer compartment
   For storing frozen foods, freezing fresh foods and producing ice cubes.

2.  Refrigerator compartment
   For storing fresh foods.

3. Fruit and vegetable drawer

4. Interior lighting
   The interior of the appliance is lit when the door is opened.

5.  Thermostat
   For setting the temperature inside the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

6.  Fridge door

Accessories

Not all accessories are available on some models.
The accessories intended to come into contact with food are made of materials that comply with the provisions of current legislation.
Original supplied and optional accessories can be requested to Authorised Assistance Centres. Use only original accessories supplied by the manufacturer.

Shelves

For optimising fridge space and placing foodstuffs inside the refrigerator compartment.

Fruit and vegetable drawer

For storing fruit and vegetables, maintaining a constant humidity level.

Door balconies and shelves

For storing foodstuffs in small containers. The shelf in the lower part of the door is useful for storing bottles.

USE

Preliminary operations

See General safety instructions.

• Remove any protective film from the outside or inside of the appliance, including accessories.
• Remove any labels (apart from the technical data plate) from the accessories and shelves.
• Remove and wash all the appliance accessories (see chapter “CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE”).

First use

After installing or repositioning the appliance, wait at least two hours before activating it.
Make sure that the appliance is connected to the electrical outlet.

Control panel

1. Light.
2. Temperature selection knob.

Temperature setting
Turn the thermostat knob from position 1 (minimum) to (maximum)  5 depending on the desired temperature.

Increasing from position to the temperature decreases in the refrigerator compartment.

Rapid cooling function
This function allows you to cool down large quantities of freshly stored food and drink in the appliance in a short time.
To activate the function, turn the thermostat knob to position.

The function will remain active for max. 48 hours.
Then return the thermostat knob to the desired position between 1 and 5 .
To save energy, the rapid cooling function can be stopped as soon as the food or drink has cooled down. Bring back the thermostat knob to the desired position between 1 and 5 .

Using the accessories
Shelves
These can be positioned at different heights on the guides according to requirements. To remove them completely, pull the shelf outwards.

Perishable foods should be placed on the rear part of the shelves where the temperature is lower.

Door balconies and shelves
Suitable for storing eggs, butter, dairy products, conserves and other small food packages/containers. The lower part of the door has a shelf for bottles. Avoid placing excessively heavy bottles on the shelf and do not let them drop onto the bottom when inserting them.

Fruit and vegetable drawer
Located at the bottom of the refrigerator compartment, which is fitted with a glass shelf to cover fresh foods that require constant humidity for optimum storage.

Storing vegetables with high content of water can generate condensation on the glass shelf. This is a natural phenomenon that does not affect the appliance’s operation in any way.

Using the refrigerator compartment

Arranging food
Arrange food on the various shelves, making sure that they are wrapped and covered hermetically. This precaution ensures that:

• the flavour, moisture and freshness of the foods is preserved;
• any contamination of foods with odours or tastes from other foods can be avoided;
• the humidity level inside the refrigerator is prevented from becoming too high as a result of the normal transpiration of food (especially fresh fruit and vegetables). In some operating conditions (rise in ambient temperature and humidity, more frequent opening of the door) this might cause condensation to form on the shelves.
• Always allow hot foods and drinks to cool to room temperature before putting them in the appliance.

Storage life table

Using the freezer compartment
To keep and freeze foods properly:

• pack fruit and vegetables in portions of no more than 1 kg; meat and fish in portions of up to 2 kg.
• small packages freeze quickly which means that the foods’ nutritional properties are preserved better, including after defrosting/preparation.
• package foods in hermetically sealed packages, expelling air as much as possible.
• Do not use paper bags or shopping bags, use the suitable freezer bags/containers.

Always allow hot foods and drinks to cool to room temperature before putting them in the appliance.

Frozen foods storage life table

Defrosted foods
Food must be consumed as soon as possible once defrosted. Freezing foods preserves them, but it does not destroy any micro-organisms, which are activated after thawing, damaging the foods.
Partial defrosting lowers the nutritional value of the foodstuffs, particularly of fruit, vegetables and ready meals.

Noises during operation
The refrigerator and freezer compartments are cooled by means of a compression system. In order to maintain the preset temperature inside the refrigerator and freezer compartments, the compressor comes into operation in response to the level of cooling required, and may operate continuously if necessary. When the compressor starts up a humming sound will be heard, tending to drop in volume after a few minutes.
Another normal operating noise of the appliance is a gurgling due to the coolant flowing through the pipes in the circuit. This noise is normal and does not indicate an appliance malfunction. If it becomes too loud, this may mean that there are other causes. Checks must then be made to ensure that:

•  The refrigerator is properly levelled on the floor and does not vibrate when the compressor is in operation: if this is not the case, adjust the appliance’s feet until it is level;
• The drawers, shelves and trays on the door are correctly positioned in their holders: if they are not, put them in correctly;
• Bottles and containers on the various shelves are stable and not touching each other: otherwise, the vibration resulting from compressor operation could generate noise;
• Do not place the fridge in such a way that it is in contact with furniture or other household appliances.

Turning the appliance off
Whenever the appliance is to remain unused for long periods, it should be switched off.

1. Unplug the appliance from the wall socket.
2. Empty the compartments.
3. Once the freezer has fully defrosted, dry any residual accumulated moisture with a tea towel.

Leave the door ajar to ensure that moisture and stagnant air do not cause unpleasant odours.

Storage advice

General advice

• Always check the expiry date on the food packaging.
• The foodstuffs must be stored in closed or pre-packaged containers and must not be able to emit or absorb moisture and odours.
• Remove perishable products from the appliance if you are going away for a long period.

Refrigerator compartment door

• Keep eggs, butter, cheese etc. in the upper and central parts.
• Keep drinks, bottles, cans etc. in the lower part.

Refrigerator compartment
Keep conserves, wine, biscuits etc. in the upper part.

• Keep dairy products, ready meals, pastries, fruit juices, beer etc. in the central part.
• Keep meats, cold cuts etc. in the lower part.
• Keep fresh and tropical fruit, vegetables, carrots, potatoes, onions, etc. in the fruit and vegetable drawer.

Freezer compartment

• The type of food, quantity and date of freezing should be marked on the container/packaging.
• Use small containers, if possible already cold.
• The quantity of fresh foods which can be frozen at the same time is listed on the nameplate inside the refrigerator compartment.
• Use suitable freezer bags, tinfoil, cling-film for use with food, and freezer containers.
• Do not use paper bags, cellophane for non-food use, shopping bags or pre-used freezer bags.
• Avoid frozen food coming into contact with fresh food to be frozen.
• Keep bagged frozen vegetables, ice, ice cream etc.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the appliance

See General safety instructions.
They must be cleaned regularly in order to keep them in good condition.

Cleaning the outside of the appliance

• The appliance may be cleaned with water or alcohol-based liquid detergents (e.g. window cleaning products).
• Avoid aggressive detergents and rough sponges in order not to damage the surfaces.
• Use a soft brush to remove dust and fume deposits from the condenser on the rear of the appliance.
• Clean the tank above the compressor. Cleaning the inside of the appliance
• Clean the inside of the appliance with diluted liquid detergent and warm water, adding a little bit of vinegar.
• The door balconies and shelves can be removed: tap them upwards with your fist, first on one side and then on the other in the insertion zone.
• Remove any ice thicker than 3-5 mm. Do not use sharp objects or spray products.

Defrosting

Occasional presence of frost inside the freezer compartment is normal.
Do not use electrical appliances (e.g. hair dryers) or sprays for defrosting, the plastic parts could be damaged.

Defrosting the refrigerator compartment
The refrigerator compartment does not require defrosting, as any ice which forms on the refrigeration plate will melt when the compressor is idle. The defrosting process is automatic.
Defrost water is channelled directly into the  dedicated pan on the back of the appliance, which lets it evaporate by means of the heat generated by the compressor.

Defrosting the freezer compartment
The freezer compartment needs to be defrosted manually. When the thickness of frost or ice exceeds 2 cm, the freezer should be defrosted.

1. A few hours before defrosting, set the thermostat to the max. value in order to further lower the temperature of the frozen foods.
2. Unplug the appliance from the supply mains socket.
3. Remove the frozen foods from the freezer compartment and protect them from thawing while cleaning.
4. Wait until ice thaws and then remove water from the freezer compartment using a sponge/absorbing cloth.

Interior lighting
Interior lighting, if damaged, must be repaired by Technical Service only.

What to do if…
The appliance does not work:

• Make sure that the appliance is plugged in and that the main switch is turned on.

The compressor starts to function too often or functions continuously:

• The room temperature is too high.
• The door is being opened too often or for too long.
• The door is not closing/sealing properly.
• The freezer is loaded with too many fresh foods.
• Check that sufficient air can circulate around the sensor on the right-hand side of the refrigerator compartment.
• Check that the back of the refrigerator is properly ventilated and that the condenser is not too dirty.

Excessive ice or condensation has built up inside the refrigerator compartment:

• The door is being opened too often or for too long.
• Hot foods have been placed inside the refrigerator compartment.
• The foodstuffs or containers are in contact with the rear wall.
• The door seal is damaged or dirty. Clean or replace it.

The refrigerator compartment is not sufficiently cold:

• The thermostat is set at too high a temperature.
• The door is being opened too often or for too long.
• The door is not closing/sealing properly.
• The room temperature is too high.

The temperature inside the refrigerator compartment is too cold and the foodstuffs are freezing:

• The thermostat is set at too low a temperature.
• Foodstuffs not contained in suitable containers or bags.
• Fruit and vegetables might be too wet.
• Foodstuffs placed against the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment.

Temperature inside freezer compartment not low enough to freeze foods properly:

• The thermostat is set at too high a temperature.
• The door is being opened too often or for too long.
• The door is not closing/sealing properly.
• The door seal is damaged or dirty. Clean or replace it.
• The food to be frozen contains large quantities of sugar.

Excessive ice has built up inside the freezer compartment:

• The thermostat is set at too low a temperature.
• The room temperature is too high.
• The door is being opened too often or for too long.
• The door is not closing/sealing properly.
• The door seal is damaged or dirty. Clean or replace it.
• Hot foods have been placed inside the freezer compartment.

Doors are hard to open just after closing:

If you attempt to open the door again just after closing it (especially the freezer door), considerable strength is required. This is due to the vacuum created by the cooling of the warm air which has entered the freezer.

The doors are misaligned:

• Check that the appliance is level.
• Level the appliance using its feet.

INSTALLATION

Electrical connection
See General safety instructions.

General information

• Check the mains characteristics against the data indicated on the plate. The identification plate bearing the technical data, serial number and brand name is visibly positioned inside the appliance. Do not remove this plate for any reason.
• Make sure that the plug and socket are of the same type.
• Avoid using adapters, gang sockets or shunts as these could cause overheating and a risk of burns.
• The plug must always be accessible when the appliance is installed.
• Leave the appliance standing vertically for at least two hours before turning it on for the first time.
• If it is necessary to replace the power cable, this must be performed by an authorised technician from Technical Support Service.

Positioning

See General safety instructions.

Choice of location
Always install the appliance in a dry place with satisfactory ventilation. Depending on its climate class (stated on the nameplate inside the refrigerator compartment), the appliance can be used in different temperature conditions.

• Install the appliance at least 3 cm away from electrical or gas cookers and at least 30 cm away from combustion heaters or radiators.
• The appliance must not be installed near heat sources. If this is not possible, suitable insulation must be used.If installed underneath wall units, at least 5 cm clearance must be left.
• Ensure that the appliance is located with sufficient space for the door to open and for the internal drawers and shelves to be removed, if necessary.

Spacers
To ensure proper cooling of the condenser, the appliance must not be placed too close to the wall. To prevent this, the appliance comes complete with two plastic spacers, which must be fitted in the rear part of the appliance.

Positioning
Position the appliance on a firm, level surface.
We recommend moving the appliance very carefully in order to avoid damaging the floor (especially if the refrigerator is positioned on wooden floors).

If the floor is not perfectly level, use the two adjustable feet on the front part of the appliance.

Level the appliance horizontally adjusting its feet.

Lean the appliance slightly towards the rear part to facilitate proper door closure.
In order for the freezer to be installed correctly, the door must be able to close properly. Ensure that the door seals close hermetically, especially at the corners.

Pressure on the seal
Risk of damage to the appliance
Do not press, do not tear or detach the seal from the door.

A few days after installation, check that the initial level adjustment is still correct. Make sure that the appliance is still stable and the door seals still close hermetically when it is in operation and loaded with food. If necessary, re-adjust the level and the seals.

Appliance overall dimensions (mm)

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