Smeg SMEG500 User manual

Instructions
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Before you throw away your old appliance:
• Remove doors;
• Leave shelves in place so children may
not easily climb inside;
• Have refrigerant removed by a qualified
service technician.
• Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic
bags, and any exterior wrapping
material immediately after the appliance
is unpacked. Children should NEVER use
these items to play. They can cause
suffocation and death.
• Do not allow children to climb, stand or
hang on the shelves in the appliance.
• Never allow children to play with the
appliance.
How to read the user manual
This user manual uses the following reading
conventions:
1. Use instruction sequence.
• Single use instruction.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Instructions
General information on this user
manual, on safety and final
disposal.
Description
Description of the appliance and its
accessories.
Use
Information on the use of the
appliance and its accessories,
cooking advice.
Cleaning and maintenance
Information for proper cleaning and
maintenance of the appliance.
Safety instructions
Information
Advice

Description
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2Description
2.1 General description
1 Yellow indicator light
When ON, this indicates that the light
switch is ON and all the perimeter lights
are on.
2 Light switch (ON/OFF)
Use this switch to switch on the appliance
perimeter lights. When the switch is ON, the
yellow indicator light comes on.
3 Thermostat knob
Adjust the thermostat knob from MIN to
MAX to lower the temperature inside the
appliance compartment. Use this knob to
set the temperature inside the appliance, as
follows:
•°C: In this position, the knob indicates the
appliance is turned OFF.
•MIN: In this position, the knob indicates
the appliance is on MINIMUM.
• In this position, the knob
indicates the general optimum
temperature at which to adjust the
appliance preferably.
•MAX: In this position, the knob indicates
the appliance is on MAXIMUM.
4 Thermometer
Indicates the temperature currently inside
the appliance.
5 Green indicator light
When ON, this indicates that the ON/OFF
switch is ON and that the appliance is
powered and ready to be switched on.
6 ON/OFF switch
Use this switch to power the appliance.
• When the switch is ON, the green
indicator light comes on.
• When the switch is OFF, the red
indicator light comes on.
7 Red indicator light
When ON, this indicates that the ON/OFF
switch is OFF and that the appliance is not
powered and cannot be switched on.
To avoid wasting electricity and
prevent food from freezing, do not
set the thermostat knob to MAX for
prolonged periods of time.

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2.2 Other parts
Lid
It only serves as a aesthetic cover. It is lifted
for moving drinks inside the drink cellar.
Lid rod
Useful to keep the appliance lid open.
Locking plate + screw
Useful to keep the cover continuously lifted.
Sliding doors
Useful to keep beverages as cool
as possible.

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2.3 Available accessories
Beer rack
Useful to position beer bottles and
small plastic bottles.
Bottle rack
Useful to store glass bottles.
Pack rack
Useful to store fruit juices, milk cartons
and cans.

Use
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3Use
3.1 Instructions
3.2 Preliminary operations
1. Remove any protective film from the
outside or inside of the appliance,
including accessories.
2. Remove any labels (apart from the
technical data plate) from the
accessories and shelves.
3. Remove and wash all the appliance
accessories.
3.3 First use
1. Plug the appliance into a wall socket.
2. Set the ON/OFF switch to ON.
3. Adjust the thermostat knob from MIN to
MAX to set the desired temperature.
3.4 Accessing the appliance
compartment
Raise the appliance lid to access the
appliance compartment. Inside, you will
find a rod on the right-hand side to keep it
raised while you move beverages around
inside the appliance compartment.
1. Raise the lid and grab the top of the rod
seated in the slot.
2. Move the rod a few centimetres to the
left to release the tip of the slot.
Improper use
Risk of damage
to the appliance
• Do not use sharp objects when
removing ice and frost to avoid
damaging the appliance's walls.
• Do not sit or lean on the door or any
open drawers.
• Do not touch the heating elements on
the outside of the appliance.
• Do not store inflammable, explosive or
volatile substances.
• Organic compounds, acids and
essential oils can corrode the seals and
plastic surfaces if left in contact with them
for extended periods.
• Bottles containing strong alcoholic drinks
must be tightly closed and stored
vertically.
The higher the number set, the
lower the appliance temperature
will be.

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3. With the lid raised, turn the rod
downwards and place the tip onto the
metal plate situated to the right of the
sliding doors.
4. Move the tip of the rod towards the right
into the slot in the plate.
5. Slide the tip of the rod all the way to
the end of the slot in the plate.
Lock the cover rod
6. Approach the locking plate to the small
square.
7. Secure the locking plate with the
supplied screw using a tool (such as a
socket wrench).
Now the cover is permanently locked in
open position.
NOTE: To avoid damage to the
surface of the appliance, do not
overturn the bonnet and do not
place other objects on it.
Improper use may cause damage
to the appliance.

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3.5 Using the accessories
Layout of accessories
The accessories can be arranged along
the purpose-designed guides inside the
appliance compartment.
Beer rack assembly
1. Place the glass shelf on the base
of the beer rack.
2. Place the 2 partitions at the rear
of the beer rack.
Sample uses
Beer rack
Bottle rack
Pack rack

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3.6 Using the appliance
compartment
Arranging beverages
Arrange the beverages, making sure
they are sealed tight. This precaution
is necessary:
• to preserve the aroma and freshness of
the beverages;
• to avoid any contamination of
beverages with odours or tastes from
other beverages;
• to prevent the humidity level inside the
appliance from becoming too high,
which in some operating conditions (rise
in ambient temperature and humidity,
more frequent opening of the door)
might cause condensation to form on the
shelves.
3.7 Storage advice
• Always check the expiry date on the
food packaging.
• Remove perishable products from the
appliance if you are going away for a
long period.
• Changes in the environmental conditions
(temperature and humidity) and the
frequency with which the door is opened
can affect the operating temperature of
the appliance.
• 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.
Always allow hot drinks to cool to
room temperature before putting
them in the appliance
compartment.

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3.8 Noises during operation
The appliance compartment is cooled by
means of a compression system. In order to
maintain the preset temperature inside the
appliance compartment, the compressor
comes into operation in response to the
level of cooling required, and may operate
continuously if necessary. When the
compressor starts to function, it creates a
buzzing noise which generally diminishes in
intensity 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 appliance is properly levelled on the
floor and does not vibrate when the
compressor is in operation: if this is not
the case, adjust the feet supplied with the
appliance;
• Bottles and boxes are stable and not
touching each other: otherwise, the
vibration resulting from the compressor's
operation could cause a certain amount
of noise;
• Do not place the appliance in such a
way that it is in contact with furniture or
other household appliances.
3.9 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 sliding doors are being opened too
often or for too long.
• The sliding doors do not seal shut when
closed.
• Check that the back of the appliance is
properly ventilated and that the
condenser is not too dirty.
Excessive ice or condensation has built up
inside the appliance compartment:
• The sliding doors are being opened too
often or for too long.
• Hot beverages have been placed inside
the appliance compartment.
• The thermostat is set at a too low
temperature.
The appliance compartment is not
sufficiently cold:
• The thermostat is set at a too high
temperature.
• The sliding doors are being opened too
often or for too long.
• The sliding doors do not seal shut when
closed.
• The room temperature is too high.

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4 Cleaning and maintenance
4.1 Instructions
4.2 Cleaning the appliance
A special antibacterial protection on the
appliance's interior walls prevents bacterial
growth and keeps them clean. They must
nevertheless 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 to avoid damaging
the surfaces.
Cleaning the inside of the appliance
• Clean the interior with diluted liquid
detergent or with warm water with a little
vinegar added.
• Remove any ice thicker than 3-5 mm.
Do not use sharp objects or spray
products.
4.3 Defrosting
Defrosting the appliance compartment
The appliance compartment does not
require defrosting, as any ice which forms
on the refrigeration plate will melt when the
compressor is idle.
If ice thicker than 3-5 mm should form on
the inside walls of the appliance
compartment, turn off the appliance and
defrost it manually.
Improper use
Risk of damage to surfaces
• Do not use steam jets to clean the
appliance.
• Do not use cleaning products containing
chlorine, ammonia or bleach on steel
parts or parts with metallic finishes on the
surface (e.g. anodising, nickel- or
chromium-plating).
• Do not use abrasive or corrosive
detergents on glass parts (e.g. powder
products, stain removers and metallic
sponges).
• Do not use rough or abrasive materials
or sharp metal scrapers.
Power voltage
Danger of electrocution
• Turn off the appliance and unplug it from
the mains before cleaning.
• Do not pull the cable to unplug the
appliance.

Installation
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5 Installation
5.1 Electrical connection
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 and shunts as these
could cause overheating and a risk of
burns.
• The plug must always be accessible when
the appliance is installed.
• If it is necessary to replace the power
supply cable, this must be performed by
an authorised technician from Technical
Support Service.
5.2 Positioning
Spacers
To ensure that the condenser cools
properly, the appliance must not be located
too close to the wall. To prevent this, the
appliance comes complete with two plastic
spacers which are fitted on the metal casing
behind the appliance.
Power voltage
Danger of electrocution
• The appliance must be earthed in
compliance with electrical system
safety standards.
• Do not pull the cable unplug
the appliance.
Heavy appliance
Danger of crush injuries
• Position the appliance with the aid of a
second person.
• Always handle the appliance with the lid
down.
Improper use
Risk of damage to the appliance
• The appliance must not be exposed to
direct sunlight.
• Do not use the appliance outdoors.

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How to handle the appliance
The appliance is supplied with four castors
for easy handling and positioning. In any
case, we recommend moving the
appliance very carefully in order to avoid
damaging the floor (especially in the case
of wooden floors).
The front castors are fitted with a brake to
lock the appliance in place:
1. Turn the front castors by 90° with the
brake levers turned to face the centre of
the appliance.
2. Press the brakes on the front castors
down until they click in place.
3. Should you need to lift the appliance,
with the aid of a second person, grip the
wheel arches using both hands.
Positioning
Place the appliance on a stable and level
floor. We recommend moving the
appliance very carefully in order to avoid
damaging the floor (especially in the case
of wooden floors).
Choice of location
Always install the appliance in a dry place
with satisfactory ventilation.
• 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.