User manual WHIRLPOOL ARC 4138 IX INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] The handbook contains a description of the appliance and useful tips for storing food. Keep this handbook for future consultation. After unpacking the appliance, check for damage and make sure that the door shuts properly. Any damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance. [. . . ] • Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment. • Do not place hot food in the refrigerator. • Store liquids in closed containers. Important Storing vegetables with high water content can cause condensation to form on the glass shelf of the crisper drawer: this will not affect the correct operation of the appliance. 19 6gb33078. fm Page 20 Friday, May 21, 2004 12:05 PM HOW TO OPERATE THE LOW TEMPERATURE COMPARTMENT The low temperature compartment is , or . The compartment marked can be used to store frozen foods for the period of time indicated on packaging. The low temperature compartment can also be used to freeze fresh food. The quantity of fresh food that can be frozen in 24 hours is shown on the rating plate. Note: In the event of a power cut, the low temperature compartment will maintain a sufficiently low temperature for food storage. However, it is advisable to avoid opening the compartment door during such periods. Freezing fresh food (only in compartments marked ) Important • 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. • Arrange the fresh food in the top compartment, leaving sufficient space around each pack for the air to circulate. • Leave the door open to allow the frost to melt. • Clean the interior with a sponge soaked in warm water and/ or neutral detergent. • Rinse the interior and dry thoroughly. • Put the food back into the freezer. • Plug in the appliance once again. • Switch the appliance on. 21 6gb33078. fm Page 22 Friday, May 21, 2004 12:05 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE • Periodically clean air vents and the condenser at the rear of the appliance with a vacuum cleaner or a brush. • Clean the outside using a soft cloth. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply. In the event of prolonged disuse, leave the door open to prevent the formation of mould, odours and oxidation. • Clean the inside of the low temperature compartment (where fitted) when defrosting. • Periodically clean the inside of the refrigerator compartment with a sponge dampened in warm water and/or neutral detergent. [. . . ] Temperature inside the refrigerator compartment is too low. • Is the thermostat setting correct? AFTER-SALES SERVICE Before contacting After-Sales Service: 1. See if you can solve the problem yourself with the help of the “Troubleshooting guide”). Switch the appliance on again to see if the problem has been solved. If it has not, disconnect the appliance from the power supply and wait for about an hour before switching on again. [. . . ]