User manual WHIRLPOOL ARG 576/4 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] 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. Packaging The packaging material is 100% recyclable and carries the recycling symbol. Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc. ) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous. [. . . ] • Do not damage the refrigerator’s refrigerant circuit pipes. • Do not use or place electrical appliances inside the compartments if they are not of the type expressly authorised by the Manufacturer. • This appliance is not designed for use by young children or the infirm without supervision. • To avoid the risk of children being trapped and therefore suffocating, do not allow them to play or hide inside the appliance. • Power cable modification or replacement must only be carried out by qualified personnel. • Do not use single/multiple adapters or extension cables. • It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains by unplugging it or by means of a two-pole switch fitted upline of the socket. • Ensure that the voltage indicated on the appliance data plate corresponds to the domestic supply voltage • Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (if provided). • The Manufacturer declines any liability if the above recommendations and precautions are not respected. 16 60802015GB. fm Page 17 Tuesday, December 27, 2005 12:11 PM HOW TO USE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT This appliance is a refrigerator with a star freezer compartment. Or is a refrigerator with a star freezer compartment.  Switching on the appliance Once the power plug is inserted in the mains socket, unless the thermostat (A) is set to symbol z the inside light switches on each time the door is opened. Once the temperature has been set – see next chapter – the appliance is ready for use. Temperature Adjustment - To adjust the temperature in the compartment, turn the thermostat control knob: • to lower numbers 1-2/MIN for the LEAST COLD internal temperatures; • to 3-4/MED for a MEDIUM temperature; • to 5-7/MAX for the COLDEST temperature. Thermostat setting on z: 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. Attention • Thermostat adjustment (A) will depend on where the appliance is installed, ambient temperature and frequency of door opening  How to use the refrigerator compartment: !Position the food as illustrated in the figure: 1. Dairy products, preserves, cheese, butter 3. Bottles Note: • Cover food to prevent it drying out. • Hot food must be allowed to cool properly before being placed in the refrigerator. • Make sure sufficient space is left for air to circulate around the food. Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic. ! 17 60802015GB. fm Page 18 Tuesday, December 27, 2005 12:11 PM HOW TO USE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT Only for or appliances: " Appliances with the symbol can be used to store already frozen food. Appliances with the symbol can be used to store food for months and also to freeze food. [. . . ] • If the plug and socket are not of the same type, have the socket replaced by a qualified electrician. • Do not use extension cables, multiple sockets or adapters. & 21 60802015GB. fm Page 22 Tuesday, December 27, 2005 12:11 PM ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 1) For Great Britain only Warning - this appliance must be earthed Fuse replacement If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an A. S. T. A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows: 1. Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover. [. . . ]