User manual WHIRLPOOL ARC 4188/AL/A 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, 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 store liquids in glass containers in the low temperature compartment - risk of bursting. • 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. 14 6gb33071. fm Page 15 Thursday, February 5, 2004 2:33 PM HOW TO OPERATE THE LOW TEMPERATURE COMPARTMENT The low temperature compartment is , or . Compartments marked or can be used to store frozen foods for the period of time indicated on packaging. If the low temperature compartment is marked , it 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. • For optimum freezing, turn the thermostat down by half a point when placing fresh foods in the freezer compartment. • 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 compartment. • Plug in the appliance once again. • Switch the appliance on. 16 6gb33071. fm Page 17 Thursday, February 5, 2004 2:33 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. Prolonged disuse 1. 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. Rinse the interior and dry with a soft cloth. [. . . ] Temperature inside the compartments is not low enough. •Is the door shut properly?•Is food obstructing proper door closure?•Is the appliance installed near a heat source?•Is the thermostat setting correct? [. . . ]