Smeg FD70FN1HM User manual

FD70FN1HM
User Manual
Freezer - Fridge
EN
Bedienungsanleitung
Kühl-Gefrierkombination
DE
Manuel d’utilisation
Congélateur – Réfrigérateur
FR
Manuale per l’uso
Congelatore - Frigorifero
IT
Handleiding
Vriezer - Koelkast
NL

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EN FIRE Warning; Risk of fire / flammable materials
DE BRANDGEFAHR Warnung; Brandgefahr / entflammbare Materialien
FR INCENDIE Avertissement; Risque d'incendie / matières
inflammables
IT INCENDIO Avvertenza; Rischio di incendio / Materiali
infiammabili
NL BRAND Waarschuwing; Gevaar voor brand / ontvlambare
materialen

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INDEX
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE ......................................................... 4
General warnings ............................................................................................. 4
Old and out-of-order fridges or freezer............................................................. 7
Safety warnings................................................................................................ 7
Installing and operating your fridge freezer...................................................... 8
Before Using your Fridge ................................................................................. 9
THE VARIOUS FUNCTION AND POSSIBILITIES ................................. 10
Information about New Generation Cooling Technology ................................ 10
Display and Control Panel.............................................................................. 11
Operating your Fridge Freezer................................................................................11
Freezer Temperature Settings.................................................................................11
Cooler Temperature Settings ..................................................................................11
Super Freeze Mode ................................................................................................12
Warnings about Temperature Adjustments..................................................... 13
Accessories .................................................................................................... 14
The Icematic............................................................................................................14
The Chiller Shelf......................................................................................................14
The Fresh Dial.........................................................................................................15
Adjustable Door Shelf .............................................................................................15
Adjustable Glass Shelf............................................................................................15
ARRANGING FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE ............................................ 16
Refrigerator Compartment.............................................................................. 16
Freezer Compartment .................................................................................... 17
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ......................................................... 21
TRANSPORTATION AND CHANGING OF INSTALLATION POSITION22
Repositioning the Door................................................................................... 22
BEFORE CALLING YOUR AFTER SALES SERVICE........................... 23
Tips for saving energy .................................................................................... 26
THE PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE COMPARTMENTS ........ 27
Dimensions..................................................................................................... 28
TECHNICAL DATA ................................................................................. 29
INFORMATION FOR TEST INSTITUTES............................................... 29
CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE ....................................................... 29

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
General warnings
This appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance.
WARNING: Keep ventilation openings in the appliance
enclosure or in the built-in structure clear of obstruction.
WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means,
other than those recommended by the manufacturer, to
accelerate the defrosting process.
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: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
WARNING: To avoid a hazard due to the instability of the
appliance, it must be fixed in accordance with the instructions.
WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the
supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets
or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
If your appliance uses R600a as a refrigerant (you can find
this information on the label on the cooler) be careful during
shipment and installation to prevent your appliance’s cooler
elements from being damaged. Although R600a is a environmental
friendly and natural gas, it is explosive. If the cooler elements
have been damaged and you suspect a leak, move the Fridge
Freezer away from any heat sources or open flame and ventilate
the room the Fridge Freezer is in for a few minutes.
• While carrying and positioning the fridge, do not damage the
cooler gas circuit.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with
a flammable propellant in this appliance.
PART - 1.

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• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar
environments 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
• If the socket does not match the refrigerator plug, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similar
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• 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. Children are not expected
to perform cleaning or user maintenance of the appliance,
very young children (0-3 years old) are not expected to use
appliances, young children (3-8 years old) are not expected to
use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given,
older children (8-14 years old) and vulnerable people can
use appliances safely after they have been given appropriate
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance.
Very vulnerable people are not expected to use appliances
safely unless continuous supervision is given.

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• A specially grounded plug has been connected to the power
cable of your refrigerator. This plug should be used with a
specially grounded socket of 16 amperes. If there is no such
socket in your house, please have it installed by a qualified
electrician.
• If the supply cord is demaged it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualified persons
in order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding
2000 m.
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.
• Clean regularly 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.
• Two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing
pre-frozen food, storing or making ice cream and making ice
cubes.
• One-, two- and three-star compartments are not suitable for
the freezing of fresh 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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Old and out-of-order fridges or freezer
• If your old fridge or freezer has a lock, break or remove the lock before discarding it,
because children may get trapped inside it and may cause an accident.
• Old fridges and freezers contain isolation material and refrigerant with CFC. Therefore,
take care not to harm environment when you are discarding your old fridges.
Disposal of your old appliance
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not
be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring
this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise
be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed
information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Notes:
• Please read the instruction manual carefully before installing and using your appliance.
We are not responsible for the damage occurred due to misuse.
• Follow all instructions on your appliance and instruction manual, and keep this manual
in a safe place to resolve the problems that may occur in the future.
• This appliance is produced to be used in homes and it can only be used in domestic
environments and for the specified purposes. It is not suitable for commercial or common
use. Such use will cause the guarantee of the appliance to be cancelled and our company
will not be responsible for the losses to be occurred.
• This appliance is produced to be used in houses and it is only suitable for cooling / storing
foods. It is not suitable for commercial or common use and/or for storing substances
except for food. Our company is not responsible for the losses to be occurred in the
contrary case.
Safety warnings
• Do not connect your fridge freezer to the mains electricity supply using
an extension lead.
• Do not use damaged, torn or old plugs.
• Do not pull, bend or damage the cord.
• Do not use plug adapter.
• This appliance is designed for use by adults. Do not allow children to
play with the appliance or hang off the door.
• Never touch the power cord/plug with wet hands. This may cause a short
circuit or electric shock.

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• Do not place glass bottles or cans in the ice-making compartment as
they will burst when the contents freeze.
• Do not place explosive or flammable material in your fridge. Place drinks
with high alcohol content vertically in the fridge compartment and make
sure their tops are tightly closed.
• When removing ice from the ice-making compartment, do not touch it. Ice may
cause frost burns and/or cuts.
• Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Do not eat ice-cream or ice cubes
immediately after they are removed from the ice-making compartment.
• Do not re-freeze thawed frozen food. This may cause health issues such as food
poisoning.
Installing and operating your fridge freezer
Before using your fridge freezer for the first time, please pay attention to the following points:
• The operating voltage for your fridge freezer is 220-240 V at 50Hz.
• The plug must be accessible after installation.
• Your fridge freezer may have an odour when it is operated for the first time. This is normal
and the odour will fade when your fridge freezer starts to cool.
• Before connecting your fridge freezer, ensure that the information on the data plate
(voltage and connected load) matches that of the mains electricity supply. If in doubt,
consult a qualified electrician.
• Insert the plug into a socket with an efficient ground connection. If the socket has no
ground contact or the plug does not match, we recommend you consult a qualified
electrician for assistance.
• The appliance must be connected with a properly installed fused socket. The power
supply (AC) and voltage at the operating point must match with the details on the name
plate of the appliance (the name plate is located on the inside left of the appliance).
• We do not accept responsibility for any damages that occur due to ungrounded usage.
• Place your fridge freezer where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• Your fridge freezer must never be used outdoors or exposed to rain.
• Your appliance must be at least 50 cm away from stoves, gas ovens and heater cores,
and at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens.
• If your fridge freezer is placed next to a deep freezer, there must be at least 2 cm between
them to prevent humidity forming on the outer surface.
• Do not cover the body or top of fridge freezer with lace. This will affect the performance
of your fridge freezer.
• Clearance of at least 150 mm is required at the top of your appliance. Do
not place anything on top of your appliance.
• Do not place heavy items on the appliance.
• Use the adjustable front legs to make sure your appliance is level and stable.
You can adjust the legs by turning them in either direction. This must be
done before placing food in the appliance.
• Clean the appliance thoroughly before use (see Cleaning and Maintenance).

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• Before using your fridge freezer, wipe all parts with a solution of warm water and a
teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate. Then, rinse with clean water and dry. Return all parts
to the fridge freezer after cleaning.
If your refrigerator includes a fan condenser
The condenser of your fridge is placed at the bottom
of cabinet. As a result of that, assemble the spacer
by fixing it to holes on the cover bottom panel and
turn 90° that’s shown below figure for arranging the
distance between the refrigerator and the back wall at
where you place the fridge. You can move the fridge
towards the back wall until that point.
The distance between the appliance and back wall
must be a maximum of 75 mm.
Before Using your Fridge
• When using your fridge for the first time, or after transportation, keep it
in an upright position for at least 3 hours before plugging into the mains.
This allows efficient operation and prevents damage to the compressor.
• Your fridge may have a smell when it is operated for the first time. This is normal and
the smell will fade away when your fridge starts to cool.
Plastic for distance setting
General notes:
Fresh Food Compartment (Fridge): Most efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration
with the drawers in the bottom part of the appliance, and shelves evenly distributed, position
of door bins does not affect energy consumption.
Freezer Compartment (Freezer): Most Efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration
with the drawers and bins are on stock position.
Internal lighting
WARNING!
Risk of electric shock.
• Concerning the lamp(s) inside this product and spare part lamps sold separately: These
lamps are intended to withstand extreme physical conditions in household appliances,
such as temperature, vibration, humidity, or are intended to signal information about the
operational status of the appliance. They are not intended to be used in other applications
and are not suitable for household room illumination.

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THE VARIOUS FUNCTION AND POSSIBILITIES
Information about New Generation Cooling Technology
Fridges with new-generation cooling technology have a different
operating system to static fridges. Other (static) fridges may
experience a build up of ice in the freezer compartment due to
door openings and humidity in the food. In such fridges, regular
defrosting is required; the fridge must be switched off, the frozen
food moved to a suitable container and the ice which has formed
in the freezer compartment removed.
In fridges with new-generation cooling technology, a fan blows dry
cold air evenly throughout the fridge and freezer compartments. The
cold air cools your food evenly and uniformly, preventing humidity
and ice build-up.
In the refrigerator compartment, air blown by the fan, located at
the top of the refrigerator compartment, is cooled while passing
through the gap behind the air duct. At the same time, the air is
blown out through the holes in the air duct, evenly spreading cool
air throughout the refrigerator compartment.
There is no air passage between the freezer and refrigerator
compartments, therefore preventing the mixing of odours.
As a result, your fridge, with new-generation cooling technology,
provides you with ease of use as well as a huge volume and
aesthetic appearance.
PART - 2.

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Display and Control Panel
Using the Control Panel
1. Enables the setting of the freezer.
2. Enables the setting of the cooler.
3. Freezer set value screen.
4. Cooler set value screen.
5. Economy mode symbol.
6. Super freeze symbol.
7. Alarm symbol.
Operating your Fridge Freezer
Once you have plugged in the product, all symbols will be displayed for 2 seconds and the
initial values will be shown as -18 °C on the freezer adjustment indicator, and +4 °C on the
fridge adjustment indicator.
Freezer Temperature Settings
• The initial temperature value for the freezer setting indicator is -18 °C.
• Press the freezer set button once.
When you first press the button, the previous value will blink on the screen.
• Whenever you press the same button, a lower temperature will be set (-16 °C, -18 °C,
-20 °C, -22 °C or -24 °C).
• If you continue to press the button, it will restart from -16 °C.
NOTE: Eco mode gets activated automatically when the temperature of the freezer
compartment is set to -18°C.
Cooler Temperature Settings
• The initial temperature value for the cooler setting indicator is +4 °C.
• Press the cooler button once.
• Whenever you press the button, a lower temperature will be set (+8 °C, +6 °C, +5 °C,
+4 °C, or +2 °C).
• If you continue to press the button, it will restart from +8 °C.
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Super Freeze Mode
Purpose
• To freeze a large quantity of food that cannot fit on the fast freeze shelf.
• To freeze prepared foods.
• To freeze fresh food quickly to retain freshness.
How to use
To enable the super freeze mode, press and hold the freezer temperature setting
button for 3 seconds. Once the super freeze mode has been set, the super freeze
symbol on the indicator will be lit and the machine will beep to confirm the mode has been
switched on.
During Super Freeze Mode:
• The temperature of the Cooler may be adjusted. In this case, Super Freeze mode will
continue.
• Economy mode cannot be selected.
• Super Freeze mode can be cancelled in the same way it is selected.
Notes:
• The maximum amount of fresh food (in kilograms) that can be frozen within 24 hours is
shown on the appliance label.
• For optimal appliance performance in maximum freezer capacity, activate super freeze
mode 3 hours before you put fresh food into the freezer.
Super freeze mode will automatically cancel after 24 hours, depending on the
environmental temperature or when the freezer sensor reaches a sufficiently low
temperature.
Recommended Settings for the Freezer and Cooler Compartment Temperature
Freezer
Compartment
Cooler
Compartment Remarks
-18 oC 4 oC For regular use and best performance.
-20 oC, -22 oC
or -24 oC4 oC Recommended when environmental temperature exceeds 30 °C.
Super Freeze
mode 4 oC Must be used when you wish to freeze food in a short period of time.
-18 oC, -20 oC,
-22 oC or
-24 oC
2 oC
These temperature settings must be used when the environmental temperature
is high or if you think the refrigerator compartment is not cool enough becuse
the door is being opened frequently.
Door Open Alarm Function
If the refrigerator door is opened more than 2 minutes, appliance sounds ‘beep beep’.

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Warnings about Temperature Adjustments
• Temperature adjustments should be made according to the frequency of door openings
and the quantity of food kept inside the fridge.
• This fridge is designed to work in all ambient temperature. In the ambient temperatures
colder than -5 oC, preserving food in the refrigerator compartment isn’t suggested
because the foods that you put into refrigerator compartment, will have a temperature
close to ambient temperature. Consequently, they will freeze. You can keep your foods
until -5 oC in refrigerator compartments. With the aid of special algorithm that is designed
by engineers, foods can be preserved in the freezer compartment, colder than -5 oC
ambient temperature.
• Your fridge should be operated up to 24 hours according to the ambient temperature
without interruption after being plugged in to be completely cooled. Do not open doors
of your fridge frequently and do not place much food inside it in this period.
• If the unit is switched off or unplugged, you must allow at least 5 minutes before restarting
or re-plugged the unit in order not to damage the compressor.
• Your fridge is designed to operate in the ambient temperature intervals stated in the
standards, according to the climate class stated in the information label. We do not
recommend operating your fridge out of stated temperatures value limits in terms of
cooling effectiveness.
• This appliance is designed for use at an ambient temperature within the 10°C - 43°C
range.
Climate class and meaning:
T (tropical): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from
16 °C to 43 °C.
ST (subtropical): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging
from 16 °C to 38 °C.
N (temperate): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging
from 16 °C to 32 °C.
SN (extended temperate): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures
ranging from 10 °C to 32 °C.

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Accessories
The Icematic
• Pull the lever towards you and remove the
ice maker tray
• Fill with water to the marked level
• Hold the left end of the lever and set the
ice-tray on the icebox
• When ice cubes have formed, twist the lever
to drop the ice cubes into the icebox.
Note:
Do not fill the icebox with water in order to make ice. It can be broken.
The movement of the ice maker may be difficult while the refrigerator is running. In such
a case should be cleaned by removing the glass shelves.
Removing the icemaker
• Take out of the freezer glass shelves
• Remove the icemaker by dragging left or
right on the shelf.
You can remove the icemaker to use a larger
volume of the freezer compartment.
The Chiller Shelf
Keeping food in the Chiller compartment, instead
of the freezer or refrigerator compartments, allows
food to retain freshness and flavour for longer, while
preserving its fresh appearance. When the Chiller
tray becomes dirty, remove it and wash with water.
(Water freezes at 0°C, but food containing salt or
sugar freezes at temperatures lower than this).
The Chiller compartment is usually used for storing
foods such as raw fish, lightly pickled food, rice, and
so on.
Do not put food you want to freeze or ice trays (to make ice) in the Chiller
compartment.
To remove the Chiller Shelf:
• Pull the chiller shelf towards you by sliding it
on the rails.
• Pull the chiller shelf up from the rail and remove
it from the fridge.
After the chiller shelf is removed, there will be
space for up to 20kg of food to be placed in the
fridge.
Chiller shelf
(In some models)
(In some models)

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The Fresh Dial
If the crisper is full, the fresh dial located in front of the
crisper should be opened. This allows the air in the
crisper and the humidity rate to be controlled, to increase
the life of food within.
The dial, located behind the shelf, must be opened if any
condensation is seen on the glass shelf.
Fresh dial
Adjustable Door Shelf
Six different height adjustments can be made to provide storage areas
that you need by adjustable door shelf.
To change the position of adjustable door shelf ;
Hold the bottom of the shelf and pull the buttons on the side of the door
shelf direction of arrow. (Fig.1)
Position door shelf the height you need by moving up and down. After
you get the position that you want the door shelf, release the buttons
on the side of the door shelf (Fig.2) Before releasing the door shelf,
move up down and make sure the door shelf is fixed.
Note: Before moving door shelf is loaded, you must hold the shelf
by supporting the bottom. Otherwise, door shelf could fall off the
rails due to the weight. So damage may occur on the door shelf or rails.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
(In some models)
(In some models)
Visual and text descriptions in the accessories section may vary according
to the model of your appliance.
Adjustable Glass Shelf
Adjustable glass shelf mechanism provides
higher storage spaces with a simple movement.
To cover the glass shelf, push it.
You can load your food as you want in the
resulting extra space. To bring the shelf in its
original position, pull it toward you.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
(In some models)

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Refrigerator Compartment
It is sufficient to set the fridge thermostat to position ‘2’ or ‘3’ for normal operatingconditions.
• To reduce humidity and avoid the consequent formation of frost, always store liquids in
sealed containers in the refrigerator. Frost tends to concentrate in the coldest parts of
the evaporating liquid and, in time, your appliance will require more frequent defrosting.
• Never place warm food in the refrigerator. Warm food should be allowed to cool at room
temperature and should be arranged to ensure adequate air circulation in the refrigerator
compartment.
• Make sure no items are in direct contact with the rear wall of the appliance as frost will
develop and packaging will stick to it. Do not open the refrigerator door frequently.
• We recommend that meat and clean fish are loosely wrapped and stored on the glass
shelf just above the vegetable bin where the air is cooler, as this provides the best
storage conditions.
• Store loose fruit and vegetable items in the crisper containers.
• Store loose fruit and vegetables in the crisper.
• Storing fruit and vegetables separately helps prevent ethylene-sensitive vegetables
(green leaves, broccoli, carrot, etc.) being affected by ethylene-releaser fruits (banana,
peach, apricot, fig etc.).
• Do not put wet vegetables into the refrigerator.
• Storage time for all food products depends on the initial quality of the food and an
uninterrupted refrigeration cycle before refrigerator storage.
• To avoid cross-contamination do not store meat products with fruit and vegetables.
Water leaking from meat may contaminate other products in the refrigerator. You should
package meat products and clean any leakages on the shelves.
• Do not put food in front of the air flow passage.
• Consume packaged foods before the recommended expiry date.
• For normal working conditions, it will be sufficient to adjust the temperature setting of
your refrigerator to +4 °C.
• The temperature of the fridge compartment should be in the range of 0-8 °C, fresh foods
below 0 °C are iced and rotted, bacterial load increases above 8 °C, and spoils.
• Do not put hot food in the refrigerator immediately, wait for the temperature to pass
outside. Hot foods increase the degree of your refrigerator and cause food poisoning
and unnecessary spoiling of the food.
• Meat, fish, etc. should be store in the chiller compartment of the food, and the vegetable
compartment is preferred for vegetables. (if available)
• To prevent cross contamination, meat products and fruit vegetables are not stored
together.
• Foods should be placed in the refrigerator in closed containers or covered to prevent
moisture and odors.
ARRANGING FOOD IN THE APPLIANCEPART - 3.

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IMPORTANT NOTES:
Potatoes, onions and garlic should not be stored in the
refrigerator.
Cooked dishes must remain covered when they are
kept in the fridge. Place them in the fridge when they
are cool, otherwise the temperature/humidity inside the fridge
will increases, reducing the fridge’s efficiency. Covering food
and drink also preserves their flavour and aroma.
Do not allow food to come into contact with the
temperature sensor, which is located in the refrigerator
compartment, in order to keep the refrigerator compartment
at optimum temperature.
The table below is a quick guide to show you the most efficient way to store the major food
groups in your refrigerator compartment.
Food Maximum storage time How and where to store
Vegetables and fruits 1 week Vegetable bin
Meat and fish 2 - 3 Days Wrap in plastic foil, bags, or in a meat
container and store on the glass shelf
Fresh cheese 3 - 4 Days On the designated door shelf
Butter and margarine 1 week On the designated door shelf
Bottled products e.g.
milk and yoghurt
Until the expiry date
recommended by the
producer
On the designated door shelf
Eggs 1 month On the designated egg shelf
Cooked food All shelves
Freezer Compartment
• The freezer is used for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food, and making ice cubes.
• For freezing fresh food; wrap and seal fresh food properly, that is the packaging should
be air tight and shouldn’t leak. Special freezer bags, aluminum foil polythene bags and
plastic containers are ideal.
• Do not store fresh food next to frozen food as it can thaw the frozen food.
• Before freezing fresh food, divide it into portions that can be consumed in one sitting.
• Consume thawed frozen food within a short period of time after defrosting
• Never place warm food in the freezer compartment as it will thaw the frozen food.
• Always follow the manufacturer's instructions on food packaging when storing frozen
food. If no information is provided food, should not be stored for more than 3 months
from the date of purchase.
• When purchasing frozen food, make sure that it has been stored under appropriate
conditions and that the packaging is not damaged.
• Frozen food should be transported in appropriate containers and placed in the freezer
as soon as possible.
Temperature sensor area

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• Do not purchase frozen food if the packaging shows signs of humidity and abnormal
swelling. It is probable that it has been stored at an unsuitable temperature and that
the contents have deteriorated.
• The storage life of frozen food depends on the room temperature, the thermostat setting,
how often the door is opened, the type of food, and the length of time required to transport
the product from the shop to your home. Always follow the instructions printed on the
packaging and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated.
• The maximum amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be frozen in 24 hours is indicated
on the appliance label.
• To freeze fresh food, ensure that as much of the surface of the food as possible is in
contact with the cooling surface.
• For optimum appliance performance to reach maximum freezing capacity, turn the
thermostat knob to the coldest setting 24 hours before placing fresh food in the freezer.
• It is generally sufficient to set the thermostat to the coldest setting for a further 24 hours
after placing the fresh food in the freezer. After this time, reduce the thermostat knob
setting if required.
• Attention. To save energy, if you are only freezing small amounts of food, do not set the
thermostat knob to the coldest setting.
In some models: While loading the freezer compartment, do not fill above
the guidelines otherwise the door will not close properly. If the freezer
compartment door does not close properly, excess ice will form in the freezer
compartment. To prevent the problem recurring, clear the ice and make
sure the door is fully closed.
Also, not closing the freezer and/or fridge compartment doors will increase
your energy consumption.
If the lower shelf of the freezer door is removed and
food obstructs the air suction hole, the efficiency of
your fridge will reduce.
Therefore, take care while loading the freezer
compartment and make sure not to cover the air
suction hole.
Important note:
• Never refreeze thawed frozen food.
• The taste of some spices found in cooked dishes (anise, basilica, watercress, vinegar,
assorted spices, ginger, garlic, onion, mustard, thyme, marjoram, black pepper, etc.)
changes and they assume a strong taste when they are stored for a long period of time.
Therefore, add small amounts of spices to food to be frozen, or the desired spice should
be added after the food has thawed.
Air suction hole

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• The storage time of food is dependent on the type of oil used. Suitable oils are margarine,
calf fat, olive oil and butter. Unsuitable oils are peanut oil and pig fat.
• Food in liquid form should be frozen in plastic cups and other food should be frozen in
plastic folios or bags.
The table below is a quick guide to show you the most efficient way to store the major
food groups in your freezer compartment.
Meat and fish Preparation Maximum storage time
(months)
Steak Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Lamb meat Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Veal roast Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Veal cubes In small pieces 6 - 8
Lamb cubes In pieces 4 - 8
Minced meat In packaging without using spices 1 - 3
Giblets (pieces) In pieces 1 - 3
Bologna sausage/
salami
Should be kept packaged even if it has a
membrane
Chicken and turkey Wrap in foil 4 - 6
Goose and duck Wrap in foil 4 - 6
Deer, rabbit, wild
boar In 2.5 kg portions or as fillets 6 - 8
Freshwater fish
(Salmon, Carp,
Crane, Catfish)
After cleaning the bowels and scales of the
fish, wash and dry it. If necessary, remove the
tail and head.
2
Lean fish (Bass,
Turbot, Flounder) 4
Fatty fishes (Tuna,
Mackerel, Bluefish,
Anchovy)
2 - 4
Shellfish Clean and in a bag 4 - 6
Caviar In its packaging, or in an aluminium or plastic
container 2 - 3
Snails In salty water, or in an aluminium or plastic
container 3
NOTE: Thawed frozen meat should be cooked as fresh meat. If the meat is not cooked after
defrosting, it must not be re-frozen.
Vegetables and Fruits Preparation Maximum storage time
(months)
String beans and
beans Wash, cut into small pieces and boil in water 10 - 13
Beans Hull, wash and boil in water 12

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Vegetables and Fruits Preparation Maximum storage time
(months)
Cabbage Clean and boil in water 6 - 8
Carrot Clean, cut into slices and boil in water 12
Pepper Cut the stem, cut into two pieces, remove the
core and boil in water 8 - 10
Spinach Wash and boil in water 6 - 9
Cauliflower
Remove the leaves, cut the heart into pieces
and leave it in water with a little lemon juice
for a while
10 - 12
Eggplant Cut into pieces of 2cm after washing 10 - 12
Corn Clean and pack with its stem or as sweet corn 12
Apple and pear Peel and slice 8 - 10
Apricot and Peach Cut into two pieces and remove the stone 4 - 6
Strawberry and
Blackberry Wash and hull 8 - 12
Cooked fruits Add 10 % of sugar to the container 12
Plum, cherry,
sourberry Wash and hull the stems 8 - 12
Maximum storage
time (months)
Thawing time at
room temperature
(hours)
Thawing time in oven
(minutes)
Bread 4 - 6 2 - 3 4-5 (220-225 °C)
Biscuits 3 - 6 1 - 1,5 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Pastry 1 - 3 2 - 3 5-10 (200-225 °C)
Pie 1 - 1,5 3 - 4 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Phyllo dough 2 - 3 1 - 1,5 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Pizza 2 - 3 2 - 4 15-20 (200 °C)
Dairy products Preparation Maximum storage
time (months) Storage conditions
Packet
(Homogenized) Milk In its own packet 2 - 3 Pure Milk – in its own packet
Cheese - excluding
white cheese In slices 6 - 8
Original packaging may
be used for short-term
storage. Keep wrapped in
foil for longer periods.
Butter, margarine In its packaging 6