User manual WHIRLPOOL EK 242 V.3 LI WE INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Any damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance. Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient. Make sure that the installation and the electrical connection are carried out by a qualified technician according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local safety regulations. Clean the inside of the appliance before using it. SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT 1. [. . . ] • Do not ingest the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (if provided). 16 6gb33038. fm Page 17 Thursday, September 23, 2004 5:36 PM HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT This appliance is a refrigerator with a star freezer compartment. Or it is a refrigerator with a star freezer compartment. Optimal appliance performance is obtained at ambient temperatures between +10°C and +38°C. ᕃ Switching on the appliance Once the power plug is inserted in the mains socket, unless the thermostat (1) 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. ᕄ To adjust the temperature: • • • • Thermostat (1) set to z: no refrigeration, no light. Thermostat (1) set to 1: minimum refrigeration. Thermostat (1) set to 3-4: medium refrigeration. Thermostat (1) set to 7: maximum refrigeration. ᕃ Important • Thermostat adjustment (1) will depend on where the appliance is installed, ambient temperature and frequency of door opening. How to use the refrigerator compartment: ᕅ 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. ᕅ ᕄ 17 6gb33038. fm Page 18 Thursday, September 23, 2004 5:36 PM HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT Only for appliances with or star compartments: ᕆ If the freezer compartment is marked , it can be used to store already frozen food. If the freezer compartment is marked , it can be used to store food for several months, and for freezing fresh food. The amount of fresh food (expressed in kg. ) that can be frozen in 24 hours is indicated on the rating plate (see paragraph “Product Description”, ref. Freezing fresh food • Set the thermostat (1) to 3-4. • Place the food to be frozen in the middle of the freezer compartment. • Frozen food must not come into contact with fresh food still to be frozen (leave around 20 mm). • After 24 hours, return the thermostat (1) to the normal position. Important: Wrap and seal the food in: • aluminium foil, cling film, watertight plastic bags, polythene containers with lids or special freezer containers. 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. [. . . ] Squeeze the upper part of the lamp cover. •If necessary, replace the bulb with a new one (220÷240V, 15 Watt). ᕈ AFTER-SALES SERVICE Before contacting After-Sales Service: 1. See if you can solve the problem yourself (see “Troubleshooting guide”). Switch the appliance on again to see if the problem has been solved. [. . . ]