Whirlpool AFB 835/A User Manual Manual

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS HOW TO USE THE FREEZER HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT • Your new appliance is designed to be used in the household and similar applications such as: - kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments - farm houses - by clients in hotels, motels, residences, bed & breakfasts. To ensure best use of your appliance, carefully read the operating instructions which contain a description of the product and useful advice. Keep these instructions for future reference. 1. After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is not damaged and that the door closes properly. Any damage must be reported to the dealer within 24 hours of delivery of the appliance. 2. Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on in order to ensure that the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient. 3. Installation and electrical connection must be carried out by a qualified technician according to the manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance with local safety regulations. 4. Clean the inside of the appliance before using it. 1.Packaging The packing material is 100% recyclable and bears the recycling symbol. For disposal, comply with local regulations. Keep the packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of the reach of children, as they are a potential source of danger. 2.Scrapping/Disposal The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material. This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring the correct disposal of this appliance, you can help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and health. The symbol on the appliance, or on the accompanying documents, indicates that this appliance should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to a special collection centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside and become trapped. Scrap the appliance in compliance with local regulations on waste disposal, taking it to a special collection centre; do not leave the appliance unattended even for a few days, since it is a potential source of danger for children. For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, contact your competent local office, the household waste collection service or the shop where you purchased the appliance. Information: This appliance does not contain CFCs. The refrigerant circuit contains R134a (HFC) or R600a (HC) (see the rating plate inside the appliance). Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): isobutane is a natural gas with low environmental. Caution is required, however, since isobutane is flammable. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that refrigerant pipelines are not damaged. This product may contain Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases covered by the Kyoto Protocol; the refrigerant gas is inside a hermetically sealed system. Refrigerant gas: R134a has a Global Warming Potential of (GWP) 1300. Declaration of conformity This appliance has been designed for preserving food and is manufactured in compliance with Regulation (CE) No. 1935/2004. This appliance has been designed, manufactured and marketed in compliance with: • safety objectives of the “Low Voltage” Directive 2006/95/CE (which replaces 73/23/CEE and subsequent amendments); • the protection requirements of Directive “EMC” 2004/108/CE. Electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed if it is correctly connected to an approved earthing system.

RECOMMENDATIONS INSTALLATION • The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons. • Be careful not to damage the floors (e.g. parquet) when moving the appliance. • During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable. • Make sure the appliance is not installed near a heat source. • To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a space on both sides and above the appliance and follow the installation instructions. • Keep the appliance ventilation openings free. • Do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit pipes. • Install and level the appliance on a floor strong enough to take its weight and in a place suitable for its size and use. • Install the appliance in a dry, well ventilated place. The appliance is designed to operate in areas where the temperature comes within the following ranges, according to the climatic class given on the rating plate. The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long time at a temperature outside the specified range. • Make sure the voltage specified on the rating plate corresponds to that of your home. • Do not use single/multi adapters or extension cords. • For the water connection, use the pipe supplied with the new appliance; do not reuse that of the previous appliance. • Power cable modification or replacement must only be carried out by qualified personnel or After-sales Service. • It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it or by means of a mains two-pole switch installed upline of the socket. SAFETY • Do not use the appliance to store aerosol cans or receptacles containing propellants or flammable substances. • Do not store or use petrol, flammable liquids or gas in the vicinity of this or other electrical appliances. The fumes can cause fires or explosions. • Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical means other than those recommended by the Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process. • Do not use or place electrical devices inside the appliance compartments if they are not of the type expressly authorised by the Manufacturer. • This 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. • To avoid the risk of children becoming trapped and suffocating, do not allow them to play or hide inside the appliance. • Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (in some models). • Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer since they may cause cold burns. USE • Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning operation, unplug the appliance or disconnect it from the power supply. • All appliances equipped with an automatic icemaker and water dispenser must be connected to a water supply that only delivers drinking water (with mains water pressure of between 0.17 and 0.81 Mpa (1.7 and 8.1 bar)). Automatic ice-makers and/or water dispensers not directly connected to the water supply must be filled with drinking water only. • Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh food and the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes. • Do not store glass containers with liquids in the freezer since they may burst. The Manufacturer declines any liability if the above advice and precautions are not respected. Climatic Class Amb. temp. (°C) Amb. temp. (°F) SN From 10 to 32 From 50 to 90 N From 16 to 32 From 61 to 90 ST From 16 to 38 From 61 to 100 T From 16 to 43 From 61 to 110

The freezer can be used for storing already frozen food and for freezing fresh food. The amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be frozen in 24 hours is indicated on the appliance data plate. The freezer can operate at ambient temperatures between +10°C and +32°C. Optimal performance is obtained at temperatures between +16°C and +32°C. Switching on the freezer for the first time • There is no need to set the freezer temperature on the thermostat because the appliance is already factory set. • Plug in the appliance. The green LED (indicating that the appliance is ON) and the red LED will light up, and on some models also the acoustic alarm (if provided) will sound after about 1 minute, indicating that the freezer has not yet reached a sufficiently cold temperature for storage of foodstuffs. • To mute the acoustic alarm press the fast freeze button; the yellow LED will light up. • Deactivate the fast freeze function when the red LED goes out. Adjusting the thermostat Select the freezer compartment temperature using the thermostat knob: 1 = Minimum freezing power 4 = Maximum freezing power Ambient air temperature, the frequency of door opening and the amount of food to freeze can affect the freezer temperature adjustments. We therefore recommend starting with a medium temperature setting 2 - 3. Function of LEDs and acoustic alarm (if present) The green LED indicates whether the appliance is ON. The red LED (and the acoustic alarm on some models) indicates that the internal temperature of the appliance is not suitable for storing food. This occurs: • After switching on the appliance. • When the appliance is switched on again after defrosting and cleaning operations. • When too much fresh food is placed in the freezer. • When the door is not closed properly. • When the cooling system is faulty (see “Troubleshooting guide”). • When the thermostat is set to higher values (lower temperatures). The yellow LED indicates that the fast freeze function is activated. When it is selected, it also mutes the acoustic alarm (on some models only). Freezers with door contact rod The acoustic alarm sounds when the door has been left open for more than 1 minute. The alarm stops when the door is closed. If it is necessary to leave the freezer door open for more than 1 minute (e.g. to rearrange food in the drawers), the alarm can be deactivated by pulling the rod (see figure).

Fast freeze operation To freeze the maximum amount of food, press the fast freeze button 24 hours before placing fresh food in the freezer. The recommended amount of food to be frozen is indicated on the data plate on the inside of the appliance. When putting food in to freeze, the red LED may light up until the ideal temperature is reached. hours after placing the food in to freeze, deactivate the fast freeze function. Tips for freezing and storing fresh food • Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil, plastic wrap, cling film, polyethylene containers with lids, and other containers provided they are suitable for freezing foods. • Foodstuffs (except meat, see below) must be fresh, mature and of prime quality in order to obtain high quality frozen food. • Fresh vegetables and fruit should preferably be frozen as soon as they are picked to maintain the full original nutritional value, consistency, colour and flavour. Some meat, especially game, should be hung before it is frozen. Note: • Always leave hot food to cool before placing in the freezer. • Use fully or partially defrosted foods immediately. Do not refreeze unless the food is cooked after it has thawed. Once cooked, the thawed food can be refrozen. Freezing and storing fresh food • Place foods to be frozen in the two upper baskets. • When the freezer is used without the rack, place the ice packs above the food to be frozen at the front of the top drawer. Important: The table alongside shows the recommended maximum storage time for frozen fresh foods. Classification of frozen foods Put the frozen products into the drawers (baskets) and classify them. For correct use, follow the storage life indications on the table. Tip for checking frozen food Place a low temperature thermometer in the middle of the frozen food to check the temperature. Do not place it on the frozen food which would determine the temperature of the air and not the temperature of the food. MONTHS FOOD