User manual WHIRLPOOL ARC 8120/AL INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient. Installation of the appliance and electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified electrician, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and local safety regulations 4. Clean the inside of the appliance before using it. SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT 1. Packing The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and marked with the recycling symbol. [. . . ] To store food for a short period of time, set the thermostat between 1 (Min) and 3 (Med). - To store food for long periods of time in the compartment, set the thermostat to 3 or 4. Note: To guarantee correct operation with ambient temperatures below 16°C, press the button located near the thermostat (if provided). Press the button again to turn this off with higher ambient temperatures (above 16°C). The ambient air temperature, frequency of door opening and the position of the appliance can affect internal temperatures. These factors must be taken into account when setting the thermostat. How to use the refrigerator compartment Position the food as shown in the figure. A Cooked food B Fish, meat C Fruit and vegetables D Bottles E Cheese Notes: • The space between the shelves and the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment must be unobstructed to allow circulation of air. • 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. 91 60202004GB. fm Page 92 Wednesday, March 22, 2006 4:58 PM HOW TO OPERATE THE LOW TEMPERATURE COMPARTMENT The low temperature compartment is , or . The defrost water is automatically routed to a drain outlet and into a container from which it evaporates. Clean the defrost water drain outlet regularly using the tool supplied with the appliance in order to ensure defrost water is removed correctly. Defrosting the low temperature compartment Defrost the low temperature compartment once or twice a year or when the ice formation is excessive. The amount of ice which forms and the rate at which it accumulates will depends on room temperature and humidity, and on the frequency with which the door is opened. Ice formation is concentrated at the top of the compartment and does not affect the efficiency of the appliance. If possible, defrost the freezer when it is nearly empty. • Remove the food from the freezer, wrap in newspaper and group together in a cool place or in a portable cooler. • 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. [. . . ] Lift the door up to release it from the bottom hinge. Lay the appliance on its left side and unscrew the 2 fixing screws of the bottom hinge. 5 97 60202004GB. fm Page 98 Wednesday, March 22, 2006 4:58 PM 6. Remove the bottom hinge and unscrew the left levelling foot. [. . . ]