User manual WHIRLPOOL GKMC 2448/2 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Dispose of the appliance in conformity with local environmental regulations. Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cord. The appliance must be delivered to an authorised collection centre for the recovery of refrigerant gas. Information: This appliance does not contain CFCs (replaced with R134a) or HFCs (replaced with R600a Isobutane). [. . . ] • Note: • Always leave hot food to cool before placing in the freezer. • Eat fully or partially defrosted foods immediately. Do not refreeze unless the food is cooked after it has thawed. Once cooked, the food can be refrozen. Storing food • Place the ice packs (if supplied) in the space provided (on the last grid) or above the food stored in the top compartment. MONTHS FOOD Important: The table alongside shows the recommended maximum storage time for frozen fresh foods. Declared performance refers to appliance operation without ice packs, with the exception of the rising time and the freezing of produce which specifically requires them. Classification of frozen foods Put the frozen products into the freezer and classify them. The storage date should be indicated on the packs, to allow use within expiry dates. 14 40046cGb. fm5 Page 15 Wednesday, November 29, 2000 1:02 PM HOW TO USE THE FREEZER Advice for storing frozen food When purchasing frozen food products: • Ensure that the packaging is not damaged (frozen food in damaged packaging may have deteriorated). If the package is swollen or has damp patches, it may not have been stored under optimal conditions and thawing may have already begun. When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag. Once at home, place the frozen foods immediately in the freezer. If food has thawed even partially, do not re-freeze it. Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum. Respect the best-before date on the package. Always observe the storage information on the package. • • • • • Removing the drawers • Pull the drawers out as far as they come, then lift up slightly and remove. Note: Drawers and runners may be removed in order to obtain increased storage space (Fig. Ensure that the load does not exceed the limit (if present) indicated on the side walls of the appliance. Making ice cubes • • • Fill the ice cube tray 2/3 full and place it in the freezer compartment. Do not use sharp or pointed instruments to detach the tray if it is stuck to the bottom of the freezer. Bend the ice tray slightly to remove the cubes. 1 Note: It will be difficult to open the door of the freezer immediately after closing it. Wait two or three minutes to allow the compensation of the vacuum. 15 40046cGb. fm5 Page 16 Wednesday, November 29, 2000 1:02 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, push the on/off button before unplugging the appliance from the mains. Defrost the freezer compartment once or twice a year or when the formation of ice on the racks is excessive. It is perfectly normal for ice to form on the racks. [. . . ] Install the refrigerator in a dry, well-ventilated place. Clean the interior (see “How to clean and defrost the freezer”). Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local regulations. • Voltage and power consumption are indicated on the rating plate inside the appliance. [. . . ]