Smeg FA311XS3 Troubleshooting Guide download pdf

Table of Contents

1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ......................................................................................................23

2. INTENDED USE OF THE REFRIGERATOR .........................................................................23

3. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION ....................................................................................24

3.1 Choosing the site ...........................................................................................................................................24

3.2 Positioning and levelling the appliance ..........................................................................................................24

3.3 Electrical connection ......................................................................................................................................24

4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................................25

4.1 FAB 28 ...........................................................................................................................................................25

4.2 FAB 30 – FA311X/XS – FAB310X/XS ...........................................................................................................25

4.3 FAB 32 ...........................................................................................................................................................26

4.4 Shelves ..........................................................................................................................................................26

4.5 Bottle shelf .....................................................................................................................................................26

4.6 Refrigerator compartment defrosting water drain ..........................................................................................26

4.7 Fruit and vegetable box .................................................................................................................................26

4.8 Door shelves and containers .........................................................................................................................26

4.9 Cheese box ....................................................................................................................................................27

4.10 Inside lighting ...............................................................................................................................................27

4.11 Fan (on some models only) .........................................................................................................................27

5. ARRANGING FOODS INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT ............................28

6. SETTING AND SELECTING THE OPERATING TEMPERATURE .......................................28

7. SETTING AND SELECTING THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT OPERATING TEMPERA-

TURE .....................................................................................................................................29

7.1 Refrigerator without intensive cooling switch .................................................................................................29

7.2 Refrigerator with intensive cooling switch ......................................................................................................29

7.3 Refrigerator with intensive freezing switch and cooling system. ....................................................................29

7.4 Refrigerator with rapid freezing function FAB32 ............................................................................................29

8. FREEZING FOODS ...............................................................................................................31

8.1 Storing frozen foods .......................................................................................................................................31

8.2 Thawing frozen foods ....................................................................................................................................32

8.3 Making ice-cubes ...........................................................................................................................................32

9. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING .........................................................................................33

9.1 Defrosting the refrigerator compartment ........................................................................................................33

9.2 Defrosting the freezer ....................................................................................................................................33

9.3 Cleaning the refrigerator ................................................................................................................................33

9.4 Switching off the refrigerator ..........................................................................................................................33

9.5 Practical advice for saving energy .................................................................................................................34

9.6 Operating noise .............................................................................................................................................34

9.7 Identifying and Dealing with Malfunctions ......................................................................................................34

9.8 Changing the inside light bulb ........................................................................................................................34

10. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .............................................................................................35

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER: these instructions contain user recommendations, description of the

commands and the correct procedures for cleaning and maintenance of the appliance.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE INSTALLER: these are intended for the qualified technician who must

install the appliance, set it functioning and carry out an inspection test.

Further information about the products can be found at www.smeg.com

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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - Table of Contents

Table of Contents1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...232. INT

Page 2 - Safety Precautions

Instructions for the user307.4.2 Rapid freezingTo activate this function press switch 3 described in section “7. Setting and selecting the freezercom

Page 3 - 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Instructions for the User318. FREEZING FOODSFor proper storage and freezing, fruit and vegetables should be packed in portions of not more than 1 kgan

Page 4 - 3.1 Choosing the site

Instructions for the user32To prevent deterioration of frozen foods, do not exceed the permitted storage date, whichdepends on the type of food.8.2 Th

Page 5 - 4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Instructions for the User339. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING9.1 Defrosting the refrigerator compartmentThe refrigerator compartment has automatic defrosting

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Instructions for the user349.5 Practical advice for saving energy - Install the refrigerator in a cool, well ventilated place, protected against dire

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Instructions for the User3510.TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEPROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION Noisy operation - see "operating noise" section

Page 8 - COMPARTMENT

Instructions for the user36PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION Temperature inside freezer not lowenough to freeze foods properly - inside tempera

Page 9 - OPERATING TEMPERATURE

Instructions for the user37PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION Too much ice forming on back wall ofrefrigerator section (layer of frostmore than

Page 10 - Instructions for the user

Instructions for the user38PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION Condensation forming on the gasketof the freezer compartment door(FAB28) or on the

Page 11 - 8. FREEZING FOODS

Safety Precautions22DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS – OUR ENVIRONMENT POLICYOur refrigerators are only packaged using non-pollutant, environment-friendly, recyc

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Safety Precautions231. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS2. INTENDED USE OF THE REFRIGERATORKeep the instruction handbook in a safe place; it contains important infor

Page 13 - 9. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Instructions for the Installer243. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION3.1 Choosing the siteAlways place the refrigerator in a dry place with satisfactory vent

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Instructions for the User254. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION4.1 FAB 28Refrigerator (A): compartment for storing fresh foodsFreezer compartment (B): compartment f

Page 15 - 10.TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Instructions for the user264.3 FAB 32Refrigerator (A): compartment for storing fresh foodsFreezer compartment (B): compartment for freezing frozenfood

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Instructions for the User27All door shelves and boxes can be removed for cleaning. To remove them from the door, tap themupward with your fist in the

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Instructions for the user285. ARRANGING FOODS INSIDE THE REFRIGERATORCOMPARTMENT6. SETTING AND SELECTING THE OPERATING TEMPERATUREArrange the foods on

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Instructions for the User297. SETTING AND SELECTING THE FREEZER COMPARTMENTOPERATING TEMPERATURE7.1 Refrigerator without intensive cooling switch24 ho