User manual WHIRLPOOL AFE 944/G INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Product The freezer is made of recyclable material. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local regulations for waste disposal. Render the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cord. Dispose of this appliance in accordance with local regulations. [. . . ] Store in a very cool place or thermally insulated bag. • Remove the internal drainage channel plug (depending on model). • Remove the external drainage channel plug (depending on model) and reposition it as shown in figure (A). • Place a bowl beneath the drainage channel to collect the residual water. • Speed up defrosting by using a spatula to detach the ice from the freezer walls. • Remove the ice from the bottom of the freezer. • In order to avoid permanent damage to the freezer interior, do not use pointed or sharp metal instruments for removing the ice. • Do not use abrasive products or heat up the interior artificially. • Dry the interior of the freezer compartment thoroughly. • • On completion of the defrosting, refit the plug. Plug in the appliance. A B CARE AND MAINTENANCE To obtain the best results from your appliance, carry out cleaning and maintenance at least once a year. • • Remove the ice from the upper edge. Clean the inside after defrosting, using a sponge dampened with warm water and/or mild detergent. • Clean the motor cooling grille (depending on model). • Remove dust from the condenser on the rear of the appliance. Attention: Before carrying out maintenance, unplug the appliance. Do not use abrasive products, scourers or stain-removers (e. g. acetone, trichloroethylene) to clean the appliance. 56 42010bGB. FM5 Page 57 Thursday, September 7, 2000 9:29 AM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 1. • Contents impeding correct closure of the freezer lid?• Appliance too near a source of heat?• Are the ventilation grille and condenser clean?• Is the appliance in contact with other fixtures or items that could give rise to vibration? [. . . ] Ensure that the lid seal is not damaged: to remove any deformation, warm the seal with a hair dryer. Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, ensure that the voltage corresponds to that given on the rating plate (see figure below). After the freezer has been installed, check that it is not resting on the mains cable. Install the appliance in a dry, well ventilated room. [. . . ]