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7 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE ..................................PAGE 110 SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT .......................PAGE 110 PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS .......................................................PAGE 111 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .................................................PAGE 112 REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT .................................PAGE 113 FREEZER COMPARTMENT ...............................................PAGE 117 GUIDE TO STORAGE AND THAWING OF FOOD ....PAGE 119 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING .................................PAGE 121 VACATION..............................................................................PAGE 121 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE / AFTER-SALES SERVICE ...................................................................................PAGE 122 AFTER-SALES SERVICE ......................................................PAGE 123 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ............................................PAGE 124 109 BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE Your new appliance is a combined ventilated, no frost fridge-freezer exclusively for domestic use. The great advantage of this appliance is that the refrigerator and freezer compartments are ventilated, therefore there is no ice or frost formation on the walls, thanks to the process described below. The cold is produced by an evaporator and distributed to the single compartments by means of a fan. The air, after circulating in the compartments, is absorbed again by the evaporator, which also retains any humidity in the air. This prevents frost from forming on the compartment walls, therefore there is no need to defrost the appliance. The humidity absorbed by the evaporator is transformed into water, which is automatically routed to a container located on the compressor, from where it evaporates. The ventilated refrigeration system guarantees optimal food storage, maintaining the original characteristics longer. To get the most out of your new appliance, read the user handbook thoroughly. The handbook contains a description of the appliance and useful tips for storing food. Keep this handbook for future consultation. 1. After unpacking, make sure that the appliance is undamaged and that the door closes properly. Any damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance. 2. Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient. 3. Installation of the appliance and electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified electrician, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and local safety regulations. 4. Clean the inside of the appliance before using it. SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT 1. Packing The packaging material is 100% recyclable and carries the recycling symbol. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local regulations for waste disposal. Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous. 2. Scrapping The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material. Before scrapping, make the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside the appliance. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. Deliver the appliance immediately to an authorized dump; do not leave it unattended even for a few days, since it is potentially dangerous for children. 3. Information: This appliance does not contain CFCs (replaced with R134a) or HFCs (replaced with R600a). Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): Isobutane is a natural gas with low environmental impact. Caution is required, however, since isobutane is flammable. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that refrigerant pipelines are not damaged. 110 4. Declaration of conformity • This appliance is designed to store food and is manufactured in conformity with European directive 89/109/CEE, 90/128/CEE and 02/72/CEE. • This appliance is designed, manufactured, and retailed in compliance with: - the safety objectives of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC; - the protection requirements of the “EMC” Directive 89/336/EEC amended by Directive 93/68/EEC - the electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed if the product is connected to an approved earth connection. PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS • Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh food and beverages and use the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes. • After installation, make sure that the refrigerator is not standing on the power supply cable. • Do not store glass containers with liquids in the freezer since they may burst. • Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer since they may cause cold burns. • Before servicing or cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply. • Make sure that your refrigerator is not near a heat source. • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. • To ensure proper ventilation, leave a 10 cm space above, 3 cm on both sides and 2.5 cm at the rear of the appliance. • Ensure that the vent outlets on the appliance casing or housing unit are unobstructed in order to allow correct air circulation. • Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the appliance. • Install and level the refrigerator on a floor strong enough to take its weight and in an area suitable for its size and use. • Do not use the refrigerator in an area where the room temperature may fall below 13°C. Install it in a dry and well ventilated room. • Be careful not to damage the floors when you move the appliance (e.g. parquet flooring). • Do not use mechanical devices or any means other than those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up the defrosting process. • Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. • This appliance is not designed for use by young children or the infirm. • To avoid the risk of children being trapped and therefore suffocating, do not allow them to play or hide inside the refrigerator. • Do not ingest the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (if provided). Electrical Connection • Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local regulations. • Ensure that the voltage indicated on the appliance data plate corresponds to the domestic supply voltage. • Regulations require that the appliance is earthed. The Manufacturer declines all liabilities for injury to persons or damage to property resulting from failure to observe these regulations. • If the plug and socket are not of the same type, have the socket replaced by a qualified electrician. • The power cable may only be replaced by an authorized person. • Do not use extension leads or adapters. 111 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 10 13 11 14 15 C 2a 12 1 7a 7 2 9 4 3a 3 6 5 8 A. Refrigerator Compartment 1. 2. 2a. 3. 3a. 4. 5. 6. 7. 7a. 8. 9. Light Shelves/Shelf area Bottle holder (depending on model) Crisper drawer Moisture control Door trays Removable bottle holder Rating plate (at the side of the crisper drawer) Can holder Multiflow outlets Crisper drawer divider Divider B. Freezer Compartment 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. C. Ice maker Freezer shelves Egg tray Freezer compartment door Freezer compartment door trays Fresh control compartment Control panel Note: The number of shelves and shape of accessories may vary, depending on the model. All shelves, door trays and racks are removable. DO NOT obstruct the fan intake area with food. Important: refrigerator/freezer accessories must not be washed in a dishwasher. 112 REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT This appliance is equipped with a no frost system that does not require manual defrosting. The appliance is also provided with a ventilated system, thanks to which the internal temperature is to all intents and purposes uniform. Foods can be arranged on any shelf paying attention not to obstruct the air vents, so that air can circulate. Optimal performance is obtained at temperatures between +18°C and +43°C. SWITCHING ON THE APPLIANCE • Plug in the appliance. • The appliance will switch on automatically • The inside light switches on when the refrigerator door is opened USING THE REFRIGERATOR • Adjusting the temperature For correct operation and optimum storage of food, adjust the temperature in the refrigerator and freezer compartments separately. REFRIGERATOR THERMOSTAT To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment, turn the thermostat knob to the desired position. Temperature Type of use Minimun • Small amounts of food stored • The door is seldom opened Medium • Normal use Maximum • Large amount of food stored • The door is opened frequently • After being switched on, the refrigerator needs approximately 2 hours to reach the correct temperature to store a typical volume of food in the refrigerator compartment. Storing food in the refrigerator compartment Position the food as shown in the figure. A. Cooked food B. Fish, meat C. Fruit and vegetables D. Bottles E. Butter F. Dairy products, cheese To maintain the vitamins, aroma, substance and freshness of the food to be stored, it is advisable to wrap food in aluminium foil, cling film or place it in special freezer containers with lids. This will prevent odours from mixing. NOTES: • The space between the shelves and the rear wall must be unobstructed to allow circulation of air. • Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment. • Do not place hot food in the refrigerator. • Store liquids in closed containers. • Storing vegetables with a high water content can result in condensation in the crisper drawer: this will not affect the correct operation of the appliance. • Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic. • The refrigerator can operate at ambient temperatures between +16°C and +43°C. 113 REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT INTERNAL FEATURES HALF-DEPTH AND TILTING SHELF (depending on the model) This shelf provides greater flexibility when storing foods in the freezer compartment of your refrigerator. You may use it in the following positions: • Full-width position. • Half-width position. Only push the front of the shelf backward. • Tilted position. Turn the shelf upward until it touches the back of the freezer compartment. • To remove the shelf, place it in the half-width position and push the back of the shelf upward until it is released. 1 2 3 FRESH CONTROL COMPARTMENT (depending on the model) This sliding compartment stays colder than the rest of the refrigerator compartment to keep daily foods fresh longer. It can also chill beverages more quickly. It is proper for keeping dairy products, cold cuts, sausage and meat. If necessary to remove the fresh control compartment for cleaning, pull it frontward to the stop. Keep the locks pressed as in the picture, and pull the shelf until it is released. • It is not advisable to remove the tilting front lid of extra cold compartment. 1 2 EXTRA SHELF (depending on the model) Your refrigerator is provided with an extra plastic shelf located under the extra cold compartment. It’s ideal to store bottles. • To use it, pull it frontward to the position indicated in the pictures. • When not in use, just pull it upward and then push it backward. • To remove the shelf, just slide the side locks as in the picture, and pull it toward you. • After replacing the extra shelf, slide the side locks in its original position. 1 114 2 3 SLIDING GLASS SHELVES (depending on the model) Your refrigerator is provided with sliding glass shelves which make it easier for you to access foods stored at the shelves or at lower shelves. • The shelves are made of highly resistant hardened glass. • The edges of the shelves prevent split liquids from going to other compartments. Changing the position of shelves: Your refrigerator allows you to change the position of shelves according to your needs. • To remove the shelf, pull it forward to the stop. • Keep the lock pressed down ad shown in the picture detail, and pull the shelf frontward until it is released. The locks can be pressed separately. • Pull the pins outward to remove the rails. • Remove the rails as in the picture and place them where you wish. • To place the rails observe the inscrition “ ” written on the rail. • After that, place the shelf on them. V 2 1 4 3 5 EXTRA DRAWER (depending on the model) Your refrigerator is provided with an extra drawer which can be used to store all kinds of foods allowing better use of the product internal room. • The front part of the extra drawer tilts which provides greater access to food. After opening the drawer, move the lid downward. • The extra drawer is provided with a humidity control to keep foods longer. Refer to “Vegetables Drawer” (Humidity Control). 1 2 115 BOTTLES SHELF COOLER (depending on the model) This cooler directs the cold air to the bottles shelf, speeding up the chilling of beverages and liquids. If necessary to remove the bottles cooler for cleaning, do it as follows: • Slide the side locks and keep them pressed as in the picture. Pull the bottles shelf cooler frontward. IMPORTANT: • In case the bottles shelf cooler is not properly fit in place, the cold air may go to the extra drawer and to the vegetables drawer which may spoil foods there stored. 1 2 VEGETABLES DRAWER (depending on the model) Foods such as fruit and vegetables dehydrate when stored in direct contact with cold and dry air. The vegetables drawer keeps the temperature and humidity adequate for storage of fruits and vegetables, preserving their natural characteristics. The metallic rails of the vegetables drawer provide smooth and safe opening and closing of the drawer. To organize foods to your convenience, use the vegetables separator available in your refrigerator. Humidity control: • The vegetables drawer is provided with a humidity control that allows you to control the necessary amount of air that goes into the drawer. • We recommend to keep the control closed to preserve leafy vegetables and open to preserve fruit. 1 116 2 FREEZER COMPARTMENT After switching on the appliance, the freezer compartment takes approximately 3 hours to reach a suitable temperature for frozen food storage. The freezer compartment, marked with the symbol , is used for storing frozen food and freezing fresh or cooked food. It can also be used for making ice cubes. The inner door of the freezer is especially suitable for storing ice cream or frozen food with a short storage time. The maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in a 24 hour period, at an ambient temperature of 25°C, is stated on the rating plate, inside the refrigerator compartment. FREEZER CONTROL PANEL • To adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment, select the desired freezing level using the button on the control panel. Alarm mute button Fast freezing Minimum level: to be used when small amounts of food are stored in the freezer and the door is seldom opened. Medium level: to be used in normal conditions Maximum level: to be used when large amounts of food are stored in the freezer and the door is opened frequently. Fast freezing: select the fast freeze function for colder temperatures. This function switches off automatically after 18 hours Electronic control This appliance is provided with an exclusive electronic control system. Thanks to this system, appliance operation is constantly monitored. • In the event of a malfunction, the control system will activate an acoustic alarm. • This system controls door closure. If a door is open, close it. The acoustic alarm is deactivated. • This system also controls the internal temperature of the appliance. The acoustic alarm will sound if the internal temperature increases. Do not place hot food in the appliance. • To mute the acoustic alarm press the “Alarm” button. • This electronic control system also has an auto check function. An acoustic alarm will immediately signal any malfunction in your appliance. This electronic control system also has an auto check function. An acoustic alarm will immediately signal any malfunction in your appliance. This allows you to contact the After-Sales Service to solve the problem. • When the acoustic alarm is activated, the appliance should not to used for a prolonged period of time. Contact the After-sales Service as soon as possible. 117 ICE CUBES Your appliance has an ice maker (depending on the model) for making ice cubes quickly and easily. Important: • Make sure there is no ice in the trays before refilling the feeder. • Ice tray feeder and ice bin can be removed and food can be stored in their place. 1 2 3 4 Note: • In the event of a power failure, the freezer compartment maintains the correct storage temperature for about 13, 14 hours. • Do not open the freezer compartment door during a power failure. 118 GUIDE TO STORAGE AND THAWING OF FOOD PREPARING FRESH FOOD FOR FREEZING It is important to wrap food so that no water, moisture, or vapour may penetrate; this avoids the transfer of odours and flavours throughout the refrigerator and allows better storage of frozen food. Use plastic containers with tight fitting lids, aluminium trays, aluminium foil, cling film and waterproof plastic wrappings. Important: • When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag. • Place the items in the freezer compartment as soon as you get home. • Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum. • Respect the best-before date on the package. • Always observe the storage information on the package. SEALING When sealing food in bags, squeeze out the air first. Place labels on the inside of clear freezer bags; use self-adhesive labels on the outside of opaque ones. Seal the top of the bag with a fastener. DEFROSTING Here are some helpful tips. Raw vegetables: do not thaw, put straight into boiling water and cook as usual. Meat (large cuts): thaw in the refrigerator compartment without unwrapping. Before cooking, leave at room temperature for a couple of hours. Meat (small cuts): thaw at room temperature or cook from frozen. Fish: thaw in the refrigerator compartment without unwrapping or cook before fully thawed. In the event of a power failure, the freezer compartment maintains the appropriate storage temperature for approximately 12 hours; during this time, we suggest you leave the door of the compartment closed. Do not refreeze partially thawed food. Previously cooked food: reheat in the oven without removing it from its aluminium container. Fruit: thaw in the refrigerator compartment NOTE: Never place warm food in the freezer, instead allow it to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then wrap it and place in the freezer. Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy and prolongs the life of the appliance. 119 FOOD STORAGE CHART Storage time will vary according to the quality of the food, the type of packaging or wrap used (moisture and vapour proof), and the storage temperature (which should be -18°C). FOODSTUFF AND STORAGE TIME Fruit DAIRY PRODUCTS Butter 6 to 9 months 12 months Concentrated fruit juice 12 months Margarine Fruit (in general) 8 to 12 months Cheese Citrus fruit and fresh fruit juice 4 to 6 months Camembert, mozzarella, spreading cheese Cream cheeses do not freeze Commercially frozen 8 months 6 to 8 months Home frozen 8 to 12 months Brie, Emmenthal, Swiss cheese, etc. (freezing may affect cheese texture) Ice cream, fruit juices, milk 12 months Vegetables Meat Sausages 4 weeks or less Hamburgers 1 month Beef, veal, lamb 2 to 3 months Beef 6 to 12 months Eggs (Add sugar or salt to yolks or whole beaten eggs) Lamb and veal 6 to 12 months Whole (beaten), whites, yolks Pork 4 to 8 months Fresh sausages 1 to 2 months Roasts Steaks and chops 8 to 12 months Lamb, veal, pork 2 to 4 months Fish Cod, flounder, sole 6 months Salmon 2 to 3 months Mackerel, perch 2 to 3 months Dressed fish (purchased) 3 months Clams, oysters 3 to 4 months Boiled fish, crabs 3 to 4 months Raw prawns 12 months Poultry Chicken or turkey (whole or parts) 12 months Duck and goose 6 months Offal 2 to 3 months Poultry cooked in a sauce 6 months Sliced meat (no sauce) 1 month Stews Meat, poultry, and fish 120 2 to 3 months 12 months PASTRY AND BREAD Leavened bread and rolls Beef 3 months 3 months Unbaked bread 1 month Croissants 3 months Cakes (not iced) 2 to 4 months Cakes (iced) and biscuits 6 to 12 months Fruit pies 12 months Biscuit pastry 3 months Pie pastry 4 to 6 months MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug the appliance from the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply. Periodically clean the refrigerator and freezer compartments with a sponge dampened in a solution of lukewarm water and special detergent for refrigerator interiors. Rinse and dry. Never use abrasive detergents. Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. • Clean with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive products, scourers, stain-removers (e.g. acetone, trichloroethylene) or vinegar. Dry with a soft cloth. • Both refrigerator and freezer compartments are provided with an automatic defrosting function (no frost system). • Do not use steam cleaners. • Regularly clean the condenser (air vents at the rear of the appliance) with a vacuum cleaner or a brush. • Ensure the seals are always perfectly clean. VACATION Short vacation There is no need to disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply if you will be away for less than three weeks. Use up perishable food, freeze other food. Long vacation Remove all the food if you are going away for three weeks or more. Unplug the refrigerator and clean it, rinse and dry. Fix some wooden or plastic wedges to the upper part of both doors with adhesive tape and leave the doors open enough for air to circulate inside both compartments. This will prevent odour and mould from setting in. Moving • Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and fix them together with adhesive tape so that they do not bang together or get lost. • Close and fix both doors with adhesive tape and, again using adhesive tape, fix the power cable to the appliance. Power failure In the event of a power failure, call the local office of your Electricity Company and ask how long it is going to last. 1. For power failures lasting up to 24 hours, keep both doors of the appliance closed. This will allow the stored food to stay cold as long as possible. 2. Should the power failure last more than 24 hours, remove all frozen food and put it in a portable freezer with a key lock. If this type of freezer is not available and, likewise, no artificial ice packs are available, try to use up the food which is more easily perishable. 3. Bear in mind that a full freezer compartment will stay cold longer than a partially filled one. 4. Empty the ice bucket. Furthermore, a freezer full of frozen meat will stay cold longer than a freezer filled with pre-cooked food. If ice crystals are still visible on the food, it may be frozen again, although flavour and aroma may be affected. If food is found to be in a poor condition, it is best to throw it away. 121 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE / AFTER-SALES SERVICE Some noises are normal when the appliance is operating Before contacting After-sales Service.... Performance problems often result from simple things you can find and solve yourself without tools of any kind. The appliance is not working • Is the power cord in perfect condition? • Have you checked your home’s fuses? Water collects at the bottom of the refrigerator compartment: • Is the defrost water drain blocked? If there is water in the defrost pan: • This is normal in hot, damp weather. The pan can even be half full. Make sure the refrigerator is level so that the water does not overflow. If the edges of the refrigerator cabinet, which come in contact with the door seal, are warm to the touch: • This is normal in hot weather and when the compressor is running. If the light does not work: • Have you checked your home’s fuses? • Is the power plug plugged into a live socket with the proper voltage? • Has the light bulb burnt out? In the case of burnt-out bulbs: • Always unplug the appliance from the mains. • See the “Troubleshooting guide/After-sales Service” chapter. If the motor seems to run too much: • Is the condenser free of dust and fluff? • Are the doors properly closed? • Are the door seals properly fitted? • On hot days or if the room is warm, the motor naturally runs longer. The appliance is excessively noisy: • Is the appliance in contact with other furniture or objects? • Are the pipes at the back touching or vibrating? If the appliance door has been left open for a while or if large amounts of food have been stored, the motor will run longer in order to cool down the interior of the appliance. 122 Remember Motor running time depends on different things: number of door openings, amount of food stored, temperature of the room, setting of the temperature controls. If, after performing the above checks, your appliance still does not work properly, contact the After-sales Service, explain the problem, specifying the model and appliance service number (stated on the data plate). If the refrigerator temperature is too high • Is the appliance installed near a heat source? • Are the refrigerator controls correctly set? • Has a large amount of food been added to the refrigerator or freezer? • Check that the doors are not opened too often. • Check that the doors close properly. • Make sure that air flow vents inside the compartment are not blocked, as this prevents the circulation of cold air. If there is moisture build-up • Make sure that the food is properly packaged. Dry any dampness on food containers before placing them in the refrigerator. • Check that the doors are not opened too often. When the door is opened, humidity from the room air enters the refrigerator. The more often the door is opened, the faster humidity builds up, especially when the room itself is very humid. • If the room is very humid, it is normal for moisture to build up inside the refrigerator. • It is normal for droplets of water to form on the rear wall after the automatic defrost cycle. If the doors do not open and close properly • Check that food packages are not blocking the door. • Check that the door trays, shelves and drawers are all positioned correctly. • Check that the door seals are not dirty or sticky. • Ensure the appliance is level. Always disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply before replacing any light bulbs. If the inside light is not working: • Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply. Depending on the model • Remove the bulb cover (depending on model) • Unscrew or remove the bulb. • Check the bulb and if necessary replace it. • Some models are equipped with a special bulb, which does not unscrew. Pull towards the inside of the appliance. This bulb is available only from our After-sales Service. Replace using maximum 15W bulb. AFTER-SALES SERVICE Before contacting After-Sales Service: 1. See if you can solve the problem yourself (see “Troubleshooting guide / after-sales service”). 2. Switch the appliance on again to see if the problem has been solved. If it has not, disconnect the appliance from the power supply and wait for about an hour before switching on again. 3. If the problem persists after this course of action, contact After-sales Service. Specify: • the nature of the problem, • the model, • the Service number (the number after the word SERVICE on the data plate on the inside of the appliance), • your full address, • your telephone number and area code Note: The direction of door opening can be changed. If this operation is performed by After-sales Service it is not covered by the warranty. 123 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 1) For Great Britain only Warning - this appliance must be earthed Fuse replacement If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows: 1. Remove the fuse cover (A) and fuse (B). 2. Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover. 3. Refit both into plug. Important: The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a correct replacement is fitted. Correct replacement are identified by the colour insert or the colour embossed in words on the base of the plug. Replacement fuse covers are available from your local electrical store. 2) For the Republic of Ireland only The information given in respect of Great Britain will frequently apply, but a third type of plug and socket is also used, the 2-pin, side earth type. 3) Socket outlet / plug (valid for both countries) If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, please contact Whirlpool Service for further instruction. Please do not attempt to change plug yourself. This procedure needs to be carried out by a qualified Whirlpool technician in compliance with the manufactures instructions and current standard safety regulations. 124
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