User manual WHIRLPOOL AFG 018-A/H INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] For more information, refer to the identification data plate affixed to the appliance. PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS • Only use the freezer for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and production of ice cubes. Do not cover or obstruct the air vent of the appliance. Do not store liquids in glass containers in the freezer: risk of bursting. Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer: risk of “cold” burns. [. . . ] Important: When freezing small amounts of food, use any compartment except the bottom drawer. To avoid wasting energy, the fast freeze function can also not be selected. 61 40024bGb. fm5 Page 62 Tuesday, August 22, 2000 10:39 AM HOW TO USE THE FREEZER 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, freezer containers suitable for freezing fresh food. • Food 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. • 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. Note: for electronic models, push the on/off button after plugging the appliance into the mains and before switching it on. • • • • • • • • • CARE AND MAINTENANCE Periodically clean the condenser (radiator) at the rear of the appliance and the plinth with a vacuum cleaner or brush. Prolonged disuse • • • • Empty the freezer. Leave the doors open to prevent the formation of unpleasant smells and eliminate internal moisture. 64 40024bGb. fm5 Page 65 Tuesday, August 22, 2000 10:39 AM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 1. • Has the main switch been turned on?• Is the thermostat setting correct?• Was the appliance switched on correctly?Excessive frost forms inside the appliance. • Has the defrost water drain been repositioned correctly?The yellow, red and green leds do not light up. Perform the checks for problem 1), and then: • Contact After Sales Service. Notes: • The front edge of the appliance may be hot. This prevents the formation of condensation and is not a defect. [. . . ] If the plug and socket are not of the same type, have the socket replaced by a qualified electrician. Do not use extension leads or adaptors. • • • • • • • • Disconnecting the appliance Electrical disconnection must be possible either by unplugging the appliance or by means of a double-pole switch located upline from the socket. 65 Electrical connection 40024bGb. fm5 Page 66 Tuesday, August 22, 2000 10:39 AM INSTALLATION Fit the spacers (Fig. 1, 2 or 3, depending on the model) Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 66 40024bGb. fm5 Page 67 Tuesday, August 22, 2000 10:39 AM ELECTRICAL CONNECTION For Great Britain only The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: BLUE - “NEUTRAL” (“N”) BROWN - “LIVE” (“L”) GREEN AND YELLOW - “EARTH” (“E”) 1. [. . . ]