Smeg FC18XDNE Technical manual

EN
DETAILED
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
OF UPRIGHT
REFRIGERATOR AND
FREEZER

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We thank you for the confidence you have shown by purchasing
our appliance which is designed to simplify your life. To make the use of the
product easier, we have supplied detailed instructions for use, and installation
instructions supplied on a separate sheet. The instructions should allow you to
learn about your new appliance as quickly as possible.
We wish you find a lot of pleasure in its use.
The appliance is intended solely for household use.
The refrigerator is intended for storing fresh food at temperatures above 0°C.
The freezer is intended for freezing fresh food and for long-term storage of
frozen food (up to one year, depending on the type of food).
Please visit our website where you can enter your appliance model number,
indicated on the rating plate or the warranty sheet, to find detailed description
of your appliance, tips on use, troubleshooting, service information, instructions
for use etc.
Important safety warning
General information and tips
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Protecting the environment
!
Do not wash in the dishwasher

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CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION
APPLIANCE
DESCRIPTION
DEFROSTING
AND CLEANING
THE APPLIANCE
4 IMPORTANT NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS
4 BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME
5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
8 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE USE OF APPLIANCE
9 ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
10 ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER WITH REFRIGERATION
APPLIANCES
11 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
15 REVERSING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION
23 APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION
24 OPERATING THE APPLIANCE
33 APPLIANCE INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
37 RECOMMENDED DISTRIBUTION OF FOOD IN THE
APPLIANCE
38 STORING FOOD IN THE REFRIGERATOR
43 FREEZING AND STORING FROZEN FOOD
43 Freezing procedure
44 Important warnings on freezing
44 Storing industrially frozen food
45 Frozen food storage time
45 Defrosting frozen food
46 DEFROSTING THE APPLIANCE
48 CLEANING THE APPLIANCE
49 TROUBLESHOOTING
51 INFORMATION ABOUT APPLIANCE NOISE
MISCELLANEOUS
STORING AND
FREEZING FOOD

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IMPORTANT NOTES AND
PRECAUTIONS
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Before connecting the appliance to the power mains,
please read carefully the instructions for use which
describe the appliance and its correct and safe use.
The instructions apply to several appliance types/
models; thus, settings or equipment may be described
herein which is not available in your appliance. We
recommend saving this instruction manual for future
reference and attach it to the appliance if it is sold in
the future.
The instruction manual includes the NO FROST
version/model of the freezer which is fitted with a fan
and in which the defrosting process is automatic (only
with some models).
Check for any damage or irregularities on your
appliance. If you find your appliance is damaged,
notify the retailer from which you have purchased the
appliance.
Before connecting the appliance to the power mains,
let the appliance rest in a vertical position for a
minimum of 2 hours. This will reduce the possibility of
operation faults due to the effect of transport on the
cooling system.
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR
THE FIRST TIME
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The appliance must be connected to the power
mains and grounded in compliance with the effective
standards and regulations.
WARNING! Do not locate multiple portable socket-
outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the
appliance.
Before cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the
power mains (unplug the power cord from the wall
outlet).
WARNING! If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
WARNING! When positioning the appliance, ensure the
supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
If LED lighting does not work, call a service technician.
Do not attempt a repair of the LED lighting yourself, as
there is danger of contact with high voltage!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
!
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 use mechanical devices or other
means to accelerate the defrosting process, other
than those recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING! To avoid any hazard resulting from poor
stability of the appliance, make sure it is installed as
instructed.
!
!
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WARNING! Risk of fire/flammable materials.

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Danger of frostbite
Never put frozen food in your mouth and avoid
touching frozen food as this may cause frostnip or
frostbite.
Safety of children and vulnerable persons
The appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
Remove the packaging intended to protect the
appliance or particular parts during transport and keep
it outside the reach of children.
It presents danger of injury or suffocation.
When removing a used appliance, disconnect the
power cord, remove the door, and leave the shelves in
the appliance. This will prevent children from locking
themselves in the appliance.
For European markets only
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
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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.
Warning regarding the refrigerant
The appliance contains a small amount of an
environmentally friendly yet flammable gas R600a.
Make sure that no parts of the cooling system
are damaged. A gas leak is not hazardous to the
environment, but it could cause eye injury or fire.
In case of a gas leak, ventilate the room thoroughly,
disconnect the appliance from the power mains, and
call a service technician.

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The appliance may not be used outdoors and it may
not be exposed to rain.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans
with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
If the appliance will be out of use for an extended
period of time, switch it off using the relevant button,
and unplug it from the power mains. Empty the
appliance, defrost it, clean it, and leave the door ajar.
In case of an error or power supply failure, do not
open the freezer compartment unless the freezer has
not operated for over 16 hours. After this period, use
the frozen food or provide sufficient cooling (e.g. a
replacement appliance).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE USE
OF APPLIANCE
WARNING! Keep ventilation openings, in the
appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear
of obstruction.
WARNING! This appliance is intended to be used in
household and similar applications 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.
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The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the product
should not be treated as normal household waste. The product should be
taken to an authorized collection centre for waste electric and electronic
equipment processing. Correct disposal of the product will help prevent
any negative effects on the environment and health of people which could
occur in case of incorrect product removal. For detailed information on
removal and processing of the product, please contact the relevant municipal
body in charge of waste management, your waste disposal service, or the
store where you bought the product.
Packaging is made of environmentally friendly materials
that can be recycled, disposed of, or destroyed without
any hazard to the environment.
!Removing an obsolete appliance
To protect the environment, take the obsolete
appliance to an authorized home appliance collection
centre.
Before doing so, do the following:
• disconnect the appliance from the power mains;
• do not allow children to play with the appliance.
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
WARNING! Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
This will also prevent pollution.
Technical information on the appliance
Rating plate can be found in the appliance interior. It
indicates data on voltage, gross and net volume, type
and amount of refrigerant, and information on the
climate classes.
If the language on the rating plate is not the language
of your choice or the language of your country, replace
it with the one supplied.
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ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER
WITH REFRIGERATION
APPLIANCES
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• Install the appliance as specified in the instruction manual.
• Do not open the door more often than necessary.
• Occasionally make sure air circulation underneath the appliance is
unobstructed.
• If the gasket is damaged or does not provide a perfect seal for any reason,
have it replaced as soon as possible.
• Store the food in tightly sealed containers or appropriate packaging.
• Before placing the food in the refrigerator, allow it to cool down to room
temperature.
• Defrost frozen food in the refrigerator compartment.
• To make use of the entire freezer compartment interior volume, remove some
of the drawers as described in the instruction manual.
• Defrost your conventional freezer when an approximately 3–5 millimetre layer
of frost or ice has built up on the refrigerated surfaces.
• Make sure the layout of shelves in the compartment is uniform and that
the food is placed so that the air can freely circulate in the appliance
interior (observe the recommended placement of food as described in the
instructions).
• In appliances with a fan, do not block the fan slots or vents.
• If you do not need the fan or the ionizer, switch them o to reduce power
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INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
SELECTING THE ROOM
• Install the appliance in a dry and well ventilated room. The appliance will operate
correctly if the environment temperature is in the interval specified in the table. The
appliance class is indicated on the rating plate / label with the basic information on
the appliance.
Class Temperature Relative Humidity
SN (subnormal) from +10 °C to +32 °C
75%
N (normal) from +16 °C to +32 °C
ST (subtropical) from +16 °C to +38 °C
T (tropical) from +16 °C to +43 °C
• Do not place an appliance in a room where temperature can drop to
below 5 °C as this may cause abnormal appliance operation or failure!
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• After the installation, the appliance mains plug should be accessible!
• Do not place the appliance near appliances or devices radiating heat, such as
a cooker, a stove, a radiator, water heater etc., and do not expose it to direct
sunlight. The appliance should stand at least 3 cm away from an electric or gas
cooker or at least 30 cm away from an oil or solid fuel stove. If the distance
between such source of heat and the appliance is smaller, use an insulating
panel.
Note: Place the appliance in a suciently large room. There should be at least
1 m3of space per 8 grams of refrigerant. Amount of refrigerant is indicated on
the rating plate in the appliance interior.
• At the base of the kitchen unit intended for building in the integrated
appliance, there should be at least 200 cm2free space, for adequate air
circulation.
On the upper part of the appliance the air is coming out, so try not to cover
the opening for the outflow air.
Ignoring this caution may result in damage to the appliance.

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APPLIANCE PLACEMENT
Appliance installation should be carried
out by at least two persons to avoid
any personal injury or damage to the
appliance.
• The appliance must stand level or
tilted slightly to the back. It should be
stable and placed a solid base. At the
front, the appliance is fitted with two
adjustable feet that can be used to
level the appliance. At the rear side,
casters allow for easier installation of
the appliance (only with some models).
• After you have levelled the appliance
using the adjustable feet, adjust the
additional foot for extra stability of the
appliance.
max
30 mm
> 90°
• There should be a clearance of at least 5 cm between the appliance and
any cupboard installed above it, in order to allow adequate cooling of the
condenser unit.
• Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight and do not place it near
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• The appliance may be free-standing or it may be placed next to a cupboard, a
cabinet or a wall. If you place the appliance next to a cupboard, a cabinet or a
wall, its power consumption may increase.
• There has to be a clearance of at least 50 mm between the appliance and
any cabinet above it. To allow for adequate ventilation and cooling of the
appliance, there has to be sucient clearance behind the appliance as well
(see installation diagram).
• Take into account the space or clearance required to open the appliance door,
in order to allow the drawers and shelves to be pulled out or removed (see
installation diagram).
592/663* mm
636/707* mm
9
0
°
(
m
a
x
1
1
5
°
)
599 mm**
641 mm***
50mm
* depending on the model
** model with integrated handle
*** model with external/protruding handle

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CONNECTING THE APPLIANCE
• Connect the appliance to the power
mains using the power cord. The wall
outlet should be fitted with a ground
contact (safety socket). Nominal
voltage and frequency are indicated
on the rating plate/label with basic
information on the appliance.
• The appliance must be connected
to the power mains and grounded
in compliance with the eective
standards and regulations. The
appliance will withstand short-term
deviations from the nominal voltage,
but not more than +/- 6%.

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REVERSING THE DOOR
OPENING DIRECTION
The direction in which the appliance door opens can be reversed.
Note: Disconnect the appliance from the power mains before reversing the door
opening direction.
Tools required:
Socket wrench No. 8, shaped screwdriver
Flat screwdriver Spanner No. 8
Note:
• If the appliance has to be tilted to allow access to parts on the bottom, ask
another person for assistance or gently place the appliance on some soft
padding to prevent damaging it. To reverse the opening direction, proceed as
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1. Place the appliance in an upright position. Open the top door and remove
the door racks (to prevent damaging them during the procedure). Close the
door.
2. Remove the top hinge cap (1). Be particularly careful not to damage the
connector (A). Unplug the connector (A).
1
A
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3. Undo the screws (2) and remove the hinge (3). Run the connector (A)
through the hole in the hinge. Hold the door while doing this to prevent it
from falling.
2
3
A
4. Remove the top door from the middle hinge by carefully lifting it straight up.
Lay the door onto a smooth surface.
5. Take the (right) cap/cover (4) from the bag and place it on the spot from
which the top hinge was removed. Remove and save the cap/cover from the
other side (5) to which the hinge will be relocated.
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6. Remove the cap (6) from the left side of the top door and pull out the
connector (A). Then, remove the cap (7) from the right side of the top door.
Place the cap (7) on the left side of the top door and place the cap (6) on
the right side of the top door.
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A
A
7. Undo the screw (8) and remove the door retainer (10) and the door stop
(9). Then, use a screw (8) to install the door retainer supplied in the bag,
and the door stop (9).
Keep the door retainer (10) in case you need it later.
10
9
8
8. Undo the screws from the middle hinge and remove it. Then, remove the
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9. Lay the bottom door onto a smooth surface. Undo the screw (8) and
remove the door retainer (10) and the door stop (9). Then, use a screw (8)
to attach the door retainer supplied in the bag, and the door stop (9). Keep
the door retainer (10) in case you need it later.
10
9
8
10. Remove the middle hinge cap and replace it on the opposite side.
11. Tilt the appliance backwards and remove the adjustable foot (13).
12. Unscrew the bottom hinge (14). Remove the adjustable foot (13) from the
bottom hinge pin (11). Unscrew the pin (11) from the bottom hinge and screw
it onto the opposite side of the hinge.
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13. Use the screws to attach the foot from step 11 and the bottom hinge from
step 12 to the opposite side.
14. Place the bottom door onto the bottom hinge and hold them in place.
Rotate the middle hinge by 180°. Place the washer in the correct position
and adjust the position of the middle hinge so that you can install and fix
the bottom door.