User manual WHIRLPOOL CR325APL INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Keep the packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc. ) out of the reach of children, as they are a potential source of danger. Scrapping/Disposal The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material. This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring the correct disposal of this appliance, you can help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and the health of persons. [. . . ] • Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (in some models). • Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer since they may cause cold burns. USE • Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning operation, unplug the appliance or disconnect it from the power supply. • All appliances equipped with an automatic icemaker and water dispenser must be connected to a water supply that only delivers drinking water (with mains water pressure of between 0. 17 and 0. 81 Mpa (1. 7 and 8. 1 bar)). Automatic ice-makers and/or water dispensers not directly connected to the water supply must be filled with drinking water only. • Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh food and the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes. • Do not store glass containers with liquids in the freezer since they may burst. The Manufacturer declines any liability if the above advice and precautions are not respected. • Make sure the voltage specified on the rating plate corresponds to that of your home. • Do not use single/multi adapters or extension cords. • For the water connection, use the pipe supplied with the new appliance; do not reuse that of the previous appliance. • Power cable modification or replacement must only be carried out by qualified personnel. • It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it or by means of a mains two-pole switch installed upstream of the socket. 12 FIRST USE Connect the appliance to the mains power supply. The ideal temperatures for preserving food have already been set at the factory (3-5/MED). Note: After switching the appliance on, it will be necessary to wait for 2 to 3 hours before a temperature suitable for a standard appliance load is reached. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Regularly clean the appliance using a cloth and a solution of warm water, with some soft detergent suitable for cleaning the inside of the refrigerator compartment. Do not use abrasive detergents or tools. To ensure continuous and correct flow of defrost water, regularly clean the inside of the draining hole on the back of the refrigerator near the fruit and vegetable drawer, using the tool provided. Before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug the appliance or disconnect it from the power supply. IF THE APPLIANCE IS NOT GOING TO BE USED Disconnect the appliance from the power supply, remove all the food, defrost and clean. Leave the doors open enough for air to circulate inside the compartments. This will prevent the formation of mould and bad odours. IN CASE OF POWER FAILURES Keep the doors of the appliance closed. In this way the stored food will stay cold as long as possible. Do not refreeze partially thawed food, consume it within 24 hours. OPERATION OF THE REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER COMPARTMENT • If the refrigerator compartment of your appliance is fitted with a thermostat box and an external panel, the temperature of both compartments is adjusted using the thermostat knob as shown in figure 1. Move the knob to the position to switch the whole appliance off. [. . . ] Do not use sharp or pointed objects to detach the tray. DEFROSTING THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT The freezer should be defrosted once or twice a year or when excessive frost is present (3 mm thickness). The amount and rate at which frost accumulates depends on room conditions and how often the door is open. To defrost the unit, switch off the freezer compartment or the whole appliance, depending on the model, and remove all food products. Leave the freezer door open to allow the frost to melt. [. . . ]