User manual WHIRLPOOL ARC2353IX PRODUCT FICHE

[. . . ] Any damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance. Wait at least three 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. [. . . ] The thermostat is used to adjust the temperature of both compartments: refrigerator and freezer. How to adjust the temperature of the compartments: 1. For correct operation and optimum storage of food, it is advisable to set the thermostat to 2-3/MED. To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment, turn the thermostat control knob: • lowest/MIN numbers for the LEAST COLD internal temperatures; • highest/MAX numbers for the COLDEST internal temperatures. thermostat set to 0: no operation, no light. Note: 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 illustrated in the figure. Butter, cheese and dairy products 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 or freezer. Leave the door open to allow the frost to melt. Remove the defrost water from the compartment bottom. Clean the interior using a sponge dampened in a solution of warm water and neutral detergent. Note: Do not use sharp or pointed metal instruments to scrape off ice; do not heat the freezer compartment artificially. HOW TO CLEAN THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT Periodically clean the inside of the refrigerator compartment. Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic. Droplets of water on the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment indicate that the periodic automatic defrost cycle is in progress. 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. Before carrying out any cleaning operations, disconnect the appliance from the power supply. • Use a sponge dampened in lukewarm water and/or neutral detergent. • Rinse the interior and dry with a soft cloth. [. . . ] • Check the bulb and if necessary replace it. Excessive frost build-up in the freezer compartment • Is the door shut properly?• Voltage and power consumption are indicated on the rating plate (at the side of the crispers). Freestanding appliances (not built-in) • Fit the spacers (if supplied) on the rear of the condenser positioned at the back of the appliance (see figure). • To optimize appliance efficiency, leave a 5 cm gap above the appliance and make sure that adjacent kitchen units are sufficiently distanced to allow air circulation. [. . . ]