User manual WHIRLPOOL EK 3460 BR INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Ice cube trays C) Controls CONTROLS 1. 4. Thermostat Light switch Bulb cover Reference scale 14 6gb33038. fm Page 15 Thursday, September 23, 2004 5:36 PM BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE • Your new appliance is designed exclusively for domestic use. To get the most out of your new appliance, read the user handbook thoroughly. The handbook contains a description of the appliance and useful tips for storing food. [. . . ] • Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. • Do not use electrical appliances inside the freezer compartments, unless such appliances are specifically recommended by the manufacturer. • This appliance is not designed for use by young children or the infirm. • To avoid the risk of children being trapped and therefore suffocating, do not allow them to play or hide inside the refrigerator. • The power cable may only be replaced by an authorized person. • Do not use extension leads or adapters. • Electrical disconnection must be possible either by unplugging the appliance or by means of a double-pole switch located upline from the socket. • 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. • Avoid subjecting foods to temperature variations. Observe the "best before" date on the package. • Always observe the storage information on the package. Making ice cubes • Fill the ice cube tray (9) 3/4 with water and place it on the bottom of the freezer compartment. • Use a spoon handle to remove ice cube trays which stick to the compartment. Do not use sharp or pointed instruments. ᕆ 18 6gb33038. fm Page 19 Thursday, September 23, 2004 5:36 PM HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE APPLIANCE Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning operations, unplug the appliance from the mains socket. Defrost the freezer compartment when the ice on the walls reaches a thickness of 3 mm. • Remove foodstuffs from the or freezer and set the thermostat to z. • The frozen food must be wrapped in sheets of newspaper (or a cover) and kept in a cool place. • Clean the freezer compartment using a sponge dampened in a solution of lukewarm water and/or neutral detergent. [. . . ] •Are the pipes at the back touching or vibrating?•It is normal to hear the noise of the refrigerant liquid in circulation. •Is the plug properly inserted in the socket?Water collects at the bottom of the refrigerator compartment. [. . . ]