User manual WHIRLPOOL CB 625 W INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Scrapping The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material. This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. [. . . ] • 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). 14 60833048GB. fm Page 15 Thursday, March 24, 2005 9:10 AM HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT This is an automatic refrigerator or refrigerator with star low temperature compartment. Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic. The refrigerator can operate at ambient temperature between +16°C and +32°C. Switching on the refrigerator for the first time Insert the plug into the mains socket. The thermostat allows you to set the temperature inside the refrigerator compartment without altering the conditions inside the low temperature compartment. For correct operation and excellent storage results in both compartments, set the thermostat between positions 2 and 3. To set the temperature inside the compartments, turn the thermostat as follows: •to the lowest numbers 1-2 for the LEAST COLD internal temperatures. •to the highest numbers 3-4 for the COLDEST compartment temperature. Thermostat set to • position: no operation, no light. Note: Ambient temperature, the frequency with which the doors are opened and closed and the position of the appliance can affect the temperature inside the two compartments. 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 A. Butter, cheese and dairy products Note: • 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 compartment. • Store liquids in closed containers. • Storing vegetables with a high water content (e. g. : salad). : can cause condensation to form in the lower drawers and/or on the middle shelves this will not affect the correct operation of the appliance. However, we recommend to wrap up vegetables to avoid formation of condensation. 15 60833048GB. fm Page 16 Thursday, March 24, 2005 9:10 AM HOW TO OPERATE THE LOW TEMPERATURE COMPARTMENT If installed, the star low temperature compartment may be used to store frozen products for the time indicated on the packaging. When purchasing frozen food products: • Ensure that the packaging is not damaged (frozen food in damaged packaging may have deteriorated). If the package is swollen or has damp patches, it may not have been stored under optimal conditions and defrosting may have already begun. • When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag. • Place the items in the low temperature compartment as soon as you get home. [. . . ] • If the plug and socket are not of the same type, have the socket replaced by a qualified electrician. • Do not use extension leads or adapters Disconnecting the appliance • It must be possible to disconnect the appliance by unplugging it or by means of a two-pole switch fitted upline of the socket. 19 60833048GB. fm Page 20 Thursday, March 24, 2005 9:10 AM 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. [. . . ]