User manual WHIRLPOOL CVT 146 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] 33502009GB. fm Page 14 Tuesday, October 27, 2009 12:58 PM INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS HOW TO USE THE FREEZER HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION DOOR REVERSIBILITY 14 33502009GB. fm Page 15 Tuesday, October 27, 2009 12:58 PM BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE • Your new appliance is designed to be used in the household and similar applications such as: - kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments - farm houses - by clients in hotels, motels, residences, bed & breakfasts. To ensure best use of your appliance, carefully read the operating instructions which contain a description of the product and useful advice. Keep these instructions for future reference. After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is not damaged and that the door closes properly. [. . . ] The Manufacturer declines any liability if the above advice and precautions are not respected. 16 33502009GB. fm Page 17 Tuesday, October 27, 2009 12:58 PM HOW TO USE THE FREEZER The freezer can be used for storing already frozen food and for freezing fresh food. Control unit Switching on the freezer for the first time • There is no need to set the freezer temperature on the thermostat because the appliance is already factory set. • Only place food in the freezer 2 hours after switching on. Adjusting temperature From MIN to MAX: make the internal temperature colder. • Thermostat setting indicator: MIN - for storing food for short periods; NORMAL - for storing food for longer periods; MAX + SUPER - for storing food for long periods and freezing fresh food. Note: Ambient air temperature, the frequency of door opening and the position of the appliance can affect the freezer internal temperature. Take these factors into consideration when setting the thermostat knob. Adjustable feet Freezing Place the amount of fresh food indicated on the rating plate in the middle compartment. Take care not to place the food directly in contact with food already frozen. For optimum appliance performance, before freezing fresh food turn the thermostat knob to “SUPER”, then place the food in the freezer and after 24 hours turn the knob back to “NORMAL”. After placing fresh food in the freezer, 24 hours on “SUPER” function is generally sufficient; after 24 hours, deactivate the “SUPER” function (if provided). Important: When freezing only small amounts of food, the food can be placed in any compartment, with the exception of the bottom drawer. Furthermore, in order to save energy, when freezing small amounts of food the fast freeze function (if provided) need not necessarily be activated. Control unit NORMAL MIN MAX SUPER 17 33502009GB. fm Page 18 Tuesday, October 27, 2009 12:58 PM Tips for freezing and storing fresh food. • Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil, cling film, air and water-tight plastic bags, polythene containers with lids or freezer containers suitable for freezing fresh food. • Food must be fresh and of prime quality. • Fresh vegetables and fruit should preferably be frozen as soon as they are picked to maintain the full original nutritional value, consistency, colour and flavour. Note: • Always leave hot food to cool before placing in the freezer. • Eat fully or partially defrosted foods immediately. Do not refreeze unless the food is cooked after it has thawed. Once cooked, the thawed food can be refrozen. Important: The table alongside shows the recommended maximum storage time for frozen fresh foods. Classification of frozen foods Put the frozen products into the freezer and classify them. The storage date should be indicated on the packs, to allow use within expiry dates. Advice for storing frozen food 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. [. . . ] Tools required • Phillips style screwdriver • Flat bladed screwdriver • 8 mm and 10 mm socket or spanner. Lay the fridge/freezer on its back in order to gain access to the base, being careful not to tip it back by more than 45º. Rest it on the soft foam packaging or similar material to avoid damaging the cooling pipes at the rear of the appliance. Remove the two screws on the rear of the fridge/freezer. [. . . ]