User manual WHIRLPOOL CR326AP1 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Any damage must be reported to the dealer within 24 hours of delivery of the appliance. Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on, to ensure that the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient. Installation and the electrical connection must be carried out by a qualified technician according to the manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance with the local safety regulations. Clean the inside of the appliance before using it. SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT 1. [. . . ] With the “Control Panel Lock" function activated, the entire control panel will be locked except for the Acoustic Alarm key (11). An acoustic signal will sound and the message “CL" will appear on (4) and (7) display whenever and for the entire time the key is pressed. To unlock the control panel, proceed as above, pressing the same keys at the same time for 3 seconds. 21 USING THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT Switching the appliance on and temperature adjustment Switch the power to the appliance on. If you have purchased a model with antibacterial filter, the filter should be fitted in place now. (refer to “Maintenance and cleaning" of the appliance). The ideal temperatures for preserving foods are already factory set. When the appliance is switched on for the first time, the acoustic signal sounds and the red light (10) flashes, indicating that the temperature inside the freezer is still not cold enough for introducing food. The acoustic signal can be deactivated by pressing the button (11) on the control panel. Place food in the freezer only when the red alarm light has gone off. Note: • 4-5 hours are required for the refrigerator compartment to reach a temperature suitable for storage. • Ambient temperature, frequency of door opening and position of the appliance can affect the temperature inside the two compartments. The “Extra" function is automatically deactivated after 48 hours. In any case, the function can be manually deactivated by pressing the same button again (the yellow light (12) goes off). Important • Wrap and seal the fresh food to be frozen in: Aluminium foil, transparent film, waterproof plastic wrap, polyethylene containers with lids and suitable freezer containers. • Arrange the food to be frozen in the top drawer or on the top shelf, leaving sufficient space around the packs for the air to circulate freely. Important: For frozen fresh food storage times comply with the opposite table When purchasing frozen food products: • Make sure the packaging is not damaged, since food can deteriorate. If a packet is swollen or has damp patches, it has not been stored in optimum conditions and may have begun to thaw. After introducing the food make sure the freezer compartment door closes properly. Making ice cubes • Fill the ice cube tray up to 2/3 with water and place in the freezer compartment. • Do not use sharp or pointed objects to detach the tray if it is stuck to the bottom of the freezer grill or drawers. • Bend the ice tray slightly to facilitate removal of the cubes. 26 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance operation, switch the product off by pressing button (1) on the control panel for 3 seconds, then unplug the appliance or disconnect it from the power supply. Cleaning the freezer compartment Defrosting of the freezer compartment is completely automatic. [. . . ] Once the door is open again, check that the lamp is working. Should the display not go off when the door is correctly closed, contact the Customer Care Centre. • First check point 1, then: - Disconnect the appliance from the power supply. To access the lamp refer to the instructions and diagram on the attached product sheet. [. . . ]