30302005GB.fm Page 3 Tuesday, March 14, 2006 3:09 PM INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS HOW TO USE THE FREEZER HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION...
30302005GB.fm Page 4 Tuesday, March 14, 2006 3:09 PM BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE • Your new appliance is designed exclusively for domestic use For best use of your appliance, carefully read the user handbook which contains a description of the appliance and advice on storing and preserving food.
30302005GB.fm Page 5 Tuesday, March 14, 2006 3:09 PM 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.
30302005GB.fm Page 6 Tuesday, March 14, 2006 3:09 PM HOW TO USE THE FREEZER The freezer can be used for storing already frozen food and for freezing fresh food. 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.
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30302005GB.fm Page 7 Tuesday, March 14, 2006 3:09 PM Tips for freezing and storing fresh food. • Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil, cling film, air and water-tight plastic bags, polythene containers with lids or freezer containers suitable for freezing fresh food.
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30302005GB.fm Page 8 Tuesday, March 14, 2006 3:09 PM Removing the baskets • Pull the baskets out fully, then lift them up slightly in order to remove. Drawers (except the bottom drawer), runners and the white grid (if provided) may be removed in order to obtain increased storage space (Fig.1) Ensure that the load does not exceed the limit (if present) indicated on the side walls of the appliance.
30302005GB.fm Page 9 Tuesday, March 14, 2006 3:09 PM HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug the appliance from the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply. For electronic models, first press the on/off button and then unplug the the appliance.
30302005GB.fm Page 10 Tuesday, March 14, 2006 3:09 PM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 1. The appliance is not working. •Is there a power failure? •Is the main power switch on? •Has the fuse blown? •Is the thermostat setting correct? •Was the appliance switched on correctly? 2.
30302005GB.fm Page 11 Tuesday, March 14, 2006 3:09 PM INSTALLATION • Install the freezer away from heat sources. Installation in a hot environment, direct exposure to the sun or installation near heat sources (heaters, radiators, cookers) will increase power consumption and should therefore be avoided. •...
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...