S7220FNDP2C - Freezer SMEG - Free user manual and instructions

Type	Freezer - No Frost
Model	S7220FNDP2C
Brand	Smeg
Refrigerant	R600a (flammable, environmentally friendly)
Climate Class	SN, N, ST, T
Temperature Range	-16°C to -24°C (adjustable)
Recommended Temperature	-18°C
Freezing Capacity per Drawer	Up to 4 kg
No Frost (Automatic Defrost)	Yes
Intensive Freezing Function	Yes (booster, activates for ~2 days)
Alarms	High temperature alarm and open door alarm (after 2 minutes)
Lighting	LED (do not repair yourself)
Door Reversible	Yes (see separate installation instructions)
Power Supply	220-240 V, 50 Hz (typical)
Installation Requirements	Dry, well-ventilated room; min 3 cm from electric/gas cooker, 30 cm from oil/solid fuel stove
Energy Saving Tips	Minimize door opening, ensure air circulation, keep condenser clean, store food in sealed containers
Noise Level	Normal operation includes compressor and fan noise; may be louder during intensive freezing
Safety Features	Child safety (8+ years with supervision), do not use mechanical devices for defrosting, do not damage refrigerant circuit
Spare Parts and Repairs	Contact authorized service centre; LED lighting must be repaired by service technician

Frequently Asked Questions - S7220FNDP2C SMEG

How do I set the temperature on my Smeg S7220FNDP2C freezer?

Press the A key repeatedly until the desired temperature indicator lights up. Available temperatures are -16°C, -18°C, -20°C, -22°C, and -24°C. The setting is automatically saved after 3 seconds. The recommended temperature is -18°C.

How do I activate the intensive freezing (booster) function?

Press the A key several times until the symbol C (intensive freezing) lights up. The function runs for approximately 2 days and then automatically switches off. Use it 24 hours before freezing a large amount of fresh food.

What should I do when the alarm sounds?

If the high temperature alarm sounds (intermittent tone), press the A key to acknowledge and turn it off. The D symbol will flash until the correct temperature is reached. If the open door alarm sounds (continuous beep after 2 minutes), press A or close the door.

Does the freezer need manual defrosting?

No, it is a No Frost model that defrosts automatically. Occasional frost on walls disappears automatically. If ice builds up due to frequent door opening or improper closing, unplug the appliance, remove food, clean and dry the interior, then restart.

Can I change the door opening direction?

Yes, the door is reversible. The process is described in the separate installation instructions supplied with the appliance. You can also integrate the freezer into a cabinet.

What type of refrigerant is used?

The freezer uses R600a (isobutane), which is flammable but environmentally friendly. If a gas leak occurs, ventilate the room, disconnect the appliance, and call a service technician.

Is the freezer safe for children?

Yes, children aged 8 years and above can use it under supervision. Cleaning and maintenance should not be done by children without supervision. To prevent accidents, remove the door and leave shelves inside when disposing of the appliance.

What happens if there is a power outage?

Do not open the freezer door for up to 16 hours. After that, if power is not restored, use the frozen food or provide alternative cooling. The freezer will restart automatically when power returns.

How should I clean the freezer?

Unplug the appliance first. Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and mild detergent for interior and exterior. Avoid abrasive cleaners, solvents, or high-alcohol products. Do not wash interior parts in a dishwasher. Clean the condenser on the back wall regularly with a soft brush or vacuum.

Why is the freezer door hard to open right after closing?

This is normal due to a temporary vacuum created when warm air enters and cools. Wait a few minutes for the pressure to equalize, and the door will open easily again.

USER MANUAL S7220FNDP2C SMEG

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 are provided 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 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 a detailed description of your appliance, tips on use, troubleshooting, service information, instructions for use, etc.

Important safety warning

General information and tips

Protecting the environment

Do not wash in the dishwasher

4	IMPORTANT NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS	INTRODUCTION
4	BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME
5	IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
7	IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE USE OF APPLIANCE
8	ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
9	ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER WITH REFRIGERATION APPLIANCES
10	INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION	APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION
12	APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION
13	OPERATING THE APPLIANCE
17	APPLIANCE INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
18	FREEZING AND STORING FROZEN FOOD	STORING AND FREEZING FOOD
18	Freezing procedure
18	Important warnings on freezing
19	Storing industrially frozen food
19	Frozen food storage time
19	Defrosting frozen food
20	DEFROSTING THE APPLIANCE	DEFROSTING AND CLEANING THE APPLIANCE
21	CLEANING THE APPLIANCE
22	TROUBLESHOOTING	MISCELLANEOUS
23	INFORMATION ABOUT APPLIANCE NOISE

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME

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 that are not available in your appliance. We recommend saving this instruction manual for future reference and attaching 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The appliance must be connected to the power mains and grounded in compliance with the effective standards and regulations.

Before cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the power mains (unplug the power cord from the wall outlet).

If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service technician or other adequately trained person.

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!

WARNING! Do not use any electric devices inside the appliance, except for those allowed by the manufacturer of this refrigeration appliance.

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.

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

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.

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.

Do not let the children play with the appliance.

Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

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.

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.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE USE OF APPLIANCE

WARNING! Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

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).

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.

ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

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.

WARNING! Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

This will also prevent pollution.

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.

ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER WITH REFRIGERATION APPLIANCES

• 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. - Condenser unit on the rear wall should be kept clean (see chapter Cleaning the appliance). - 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 off to reduce power consumption.

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!

• 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 sufficiently large room. There should be at least 1 m³ of 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 cm² free 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.

Warning: when installing built-in appliances into a cupboard or cabinet in a side-by-side layout, the dew prevention installation kit should also be purchased and installed. For safety reasons, dew prevention kit may only be installed by an authorized service technician!

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 effective standards and regulations. The appliance will withstand short-term deviations from the nominal voltage, but not more than +/- 6%.

CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION AND INTEGRATING THE APPLIANCE INTO A CABINET

The process of changing the appliance door opening and integrating the appliance into a cabinet is described on the separate installation instructions supplied in the bag with the instruction manual.

Appliance interior equipment may change according to the appliance model.

1 Control unit 2 LED lighting 3 NO FROST freezing unit (cooler, fan ...) 4 Storage compartment with door 5 Freezing and storage drawers 6 Shallow (slim) freezing and storage drawer 7 Deep freezing and storage drawer 8 Half-size freezing and storage drawer

- The drawers are protected against pulling out. To remove a drawer from the appliance, open it, then lift the front part and pull it out.

OPERATING THE APPLIANCE

A Appliance on/off, temperature settings, and extra function key B Temperature display

The indicator for the selected temperature will be lit.

C Intensive freezing (freezer boost) function indicator

The C symbol will be lit when the intensive freezing function is activated.

D High temperature or open door alarm indicator

To set the appliance temperature or activate extra functions, press the A key successively. When the key is first pressed, the currently set value or function will start to flash. With each successive press of the key, the indicator moves to the next setting. The indicator cycles through the settings in a circular manner, from right to left. While the settings are being adjusted, the display will flash. Three seconds after the key is released, the setting will be stored automatically and the relevant symbol will be lit.

SWITCHING THE APPLIANCE ON/OFF

Switching the appliance on: Press the A key and hold it for 3 seconds.

Switching off the appliance: Again press the A key and hold it for 3 seconds. The appliance will be off, but there is still voltage in it as it is still connected to the power mains.

ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE IN THE APPLIANCE

• The factory default setting is the recommended temperature of -18°C.
• After the appliance is switched on, it may take several hours for the set temperature to be reached. Do not place any food into the appliance before the temperature drops to the selected setting.

• Adjust the temperature as desired using the A key.
• Press the A key (several times) until the desired temperature indicator lights up.
• When the A key is pressed for the first time, the currently set value or function will start to flash. Every successive time you press the A key, the settings indicator will move to the next setting (from right to left, in a circular manner).
• After three seconds, the setting will stop flashing. Your setting will be stored and the corresponding indicator will be continuously lit.

The numbers -24, -22, -20, -18 and -16 indicate the degrees Celsius (°C) in the appliance.

- The recommended temperature setting is -18°C.

INTENSIVE FREEZING (FREEZER BOOST) FUNCTION

To activate the intensive freezing (freezer boost) function, press the A key several times until the symbol C lights up.

- When the intensive freezing function is activated, the appliance will operate with maximum power. During this time, operation may be somewhat louder.

• Use this setting after switching on the appliance for the first time, before cleaning, or 24 hours before adding a large amount of food.
• If any other function is selected while the intensive freezing function is active, the intensive freezing function will be deactivated immediately.
• To switch off the intensive freezing function, press the A key to select the desired temperature (B). If the intensive freezing function is not deactivated manually, it will be automatically switched off (after approximately two days), and the temperature will return to the most recently set value.
• If there is a power outage while the intensive freezing function is active, the function will be restarted when power supply resumes.

HIGH TEMPERATURE ALARM

If the temperature inside the appliance is too high, acoustic alarm will be activated (intermittent tone) and the D symbol will flash.

• Every time the appliance is switched on with the A key, there is a 24-hour delay in high temperature alarm operation. If the appliance does not reach the sufficiently low temperature in this period, the alarm will be activated.
• To acknowledge and turn off the acoustic alarm, press the A key. If the alarm is not deactivated manually, it will be sounded for the first five minutes of every hour.
• When you press the A key for the first time, the alarm will be acknowledged and turned off. When you press the A key again, it will already work as a settings adjustment key.
• The D symbol flashes until the appliance reaches a suitable temperature.

OPEN DOOR ALARM

If the freezer door is open for more than two minutes, an acoustic alarm (continuous beep) will be activated.

To acknowledge and turn off the acoustic alarm press the A key or close the door.

APPLIANCE INTERIOR EQUIPMENT

(*EQUIPMENT DEPENDS ON THE MODEL)

Ice tray

- If the tray is used as an ice tray, fill it with water and place it in the freezer in a horizontal position.

FREEZING AND STORING FROZEN FOOD

FREEZING PROCEDURE

Maximum amount of fresh food that may be inserted at once is specified on the appliance rating plate. If the amount of food to be frozen exceeds the indicated amount, the quality of freezing will be inferior; in addition, the quality of the food already frozen will deteriorate.

• To make use of the entire freezer volume, remove all drawers. Place the food directly on the shelves and on the freezer bottom.
• Activate the super freeze function 24 hours before freezing fresh food: - Press the A key until the symbol C lights up.

After this period of time, distribute the food evenly across the drawers intended for freezing. A maximum of 4 kg may be loaded into each drawer.

Make sure the fresh food is not in contact with the food that is already frozen.

• When freezing smaller amounts of food (1-2 kilograms), activating the super freeze function is not required. After 24 hours, the food can be moved to other freezer compartments and the freezing process can be repeated as necessary.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS ON FREEZING

Only use the freezer to freeze food appropriate for freezing. Always use quality and fresh food.

Select the most suitable packaging for the food and use the packaging correctly.

Make sure the packaging is air and water tight so that the food does not dry out and lose its vitamins.

Indicate the type of food, amount, and date of freezing on the packaging.

It is important that the food freezes quickly. Therefore, smaller packages are recommended. Refrigerate the food before freezing.

STORING INDUSTRIALLY FROZEN FOOD

• When storing and using frozen food, observe the manufacturer's instructions. Temperature and expiry date are indicated on the packaging.
• Only choose food with undamaged packaging, stored in freezers at temperatures of -18°C or lower.
• Do not purchase food covered in frost as this indicates it has been partly thawed several times and that it is of inferior quality.
• Protect the food from thawing during transport. In case of an increase in temperature, storage time will be shorter and quality will deteriorate.

Type of food Time
fruit, beef from 10 to 12 months
vegetables, veal, poultry from 8 to 10 months
Venison from 6 to 8 months
Pork from 4 to 6 months
finely chopped or ground meat 4 months
bread, pastry, cooked meals, lean fish 3 months
entrails 2 months
smoked sausage, fatty fish 1 month

DEFROSTING FROZEN FOOD

Freezing the food does not kill the microorganisms. After the food is defrosted or thawed, bacteria are re-activated and the food spoils quickly. Use the partially or completely defrosted food as soon as possible.

Partial thawing decreases the nutritive value of the food, particularly fruit, vegetables, and ready-to-eat food.

DEFROSTING THE APPLIANCE

DEFROSTING A NO FROST FREEZER

• The NO FROST freezer will defrost automatically. Occasional frost that may appear on the walls will disappear automatically.
• Build-up of ice or frost in the freezer compartment can be a result of abnormal use of the appliance (door opened too frequently and/or too long, door not properly closed, etc.). In this case, unplug the appliance, remove the food from the freezer and protect it from defrosting. Clean and dry the freezer interior. Before returning the frozen food into the freezer, switch on the appliance and select the desired setting.

Before cleaning, unplug the appliance from the power mains – switch off the appliance (see chapter Switching the Appliance On/Off) and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

Use a soft cloth to clean all surfaces. Cleaners that contain abrasive substances, acids, or solvents are not suitable for cleaning as they may damage the surface.

Clean the appliance exterior with water or a mild solution of suds. Lacquer-coated and aluminium surfaces may be cleaned with lukewarm water to which you have added a mild detergent. Use of cleaners with low alcohol content is allowed (e.g., window cleaners). Do not use cleaners containing alcohol for cleaning plastic materials.

The appliance interior can be cleaned with lukewarm water to which you can add some vinegar.

Do not wash the parts of the appliance interior equipment in a dishwasher as they may be damaged.

The condenser unit mounted on the (exterior) back wall should always be kept clean, free of dust or deposits resulting from kitchen smoke or fumes. Occasionally clean the dust using a soft non-metal brush or a vacuum cleaner.

After cleaning, switch the appliance back on and insert the food.

Problem: Cause or remedy:
Appliance is connected to the power mains but it does not work.	Make sure there is voltage in the power outlet and that the appliance is switched on.
Cooling system operates continuously for a long period of time:	Too high environment temperature. Door opened too frequently or too long. Door not closed correctly (possible impurities on the seal, misaligned door, damaged seal etc.). Too much fresh food inserted at once. Insufficient compressor and condenser unit cooling. Check for sufficient air circulation behind the appliance and clean the condenser unit.
Build-up of ice or frost in the freezer interior may be a result of the following:	Door opened too frequently or too long. Door not properly closed. Poor door sealing. If the seal is dirty or damaged, clean or replace it.
Indicator D flashes: • Door	opened too frequently or too long. Door not closed correctly (possible impurities on the seal, misaligned door, damaged seal etc.). An extended power failure. Too much fresh food inserted at once.
Door is difficult to open:	If you are trying to open the freezer door after just having closed it, this could be difficult to do. As you open the door, some cool air escapes from the appliance and it is replaced by warm air from the environment. When this air is cooled, negative pressure is generated which results in problems as you try to open the door. After a few minutes, the condition is normalized and the door can be easily opened again.
LED lighting does not work:	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!

If the above tips do not resolve your problem, call the nearest authorized service centre and state the type, model, and serial number indicated on the appliance rating plate or label located in the appliance interior.

INFORMATION ABOUT APPLIANCE NOISE

Cooling in refrigerator freezers is made possible by a cooling system that also includes a compressor (and a fan with some appliances), which generates some noise. The level of noise depends on installation, proper use, and age of the appliance.

• After connecting the appliance to the power mains, compressor operation, or the sound of flowing liquid, may be somewhat louder. This is not a sign of malfunction and it will not affect the useful life of the appliance. In time, appliance operation and this noise will become quieter.
• Sometimes, unusual or loud noises may appear during appliance operation; these are mostly the result of improper installation:
• The appliance must stand level and stable on a solid base.
• The appliance may not be in contact with a wall or adjacent furniture.
• Make sure the interior equipment sits firmly in its place and that the noise is not caused by rattling cans, bottles or other containers placed next to each other.
• Due to the higher workload on the cooling system when the door is opened more frequently or for a longer time, when a large amount of fresh food is introduced or when intensive freezing or cooling functions are activated, the appliance can temporarily generate more noise.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CHANGES THAT DO NOT AFFECT THE APPLIANCE FUNCTIONALITY.