User manual WHIRLPOOL GKA 118 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] 60202011GB. fm Page 14 Thursday, July 12, 2007 5:31 PM INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS USING THE FREEZER DEFROSTING AND CLEANING THE FREEZER CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 14 60202011GB. fm Page 15 Thursday, July 12, 2007 5:31 PM BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE • Your new appliance is designed exclusively for domestic use. To ensure best use of your appliance, carefully read the instructions which contain a description of the appliance and advice on storing and preserving food. Keep this handbook for future reference. After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is not damaged and that the door closes properly. [. . . ] • Only place food in the freezer 2 hours after switching on. Storage baskets Temperature adjustment Settings from MIN to MAX: increase the cooling temperature. • Thermostat setting: MIN - storing food for short periods; NORMAL - storing food for longer periods; MAX + SUPER - storing food for long periods and freezing food. Note: The room temperature, how often the door is opened and the position of the appliance can affect the temperature inside the freezer. Take these factors into account when setting the thermostat. Adjustment devices Freezing Place the maximum amount indicated on the rating plate, in the middle compartment, taking care not to place it in contact with already frozen food. For optimum appliance performance, turn the thermostat knob to Super, introduce the food to be frozen, and after 24 hours turn the knob back to Normal. About 24 hours' on “SUPER” after introducing the food is generally sufficient; after this period, deactivate the “SUPER” function (if present). Important: When freezing small amounts of food, the food can be placed in any compartment except the bottom drawer. Also, in order to save energy, the fast freeze function (if present) does not have to be activated. Control unit NORMAL MIN MAX SUPER 17 60202011GB. fm Page 18 Thursday, July 12, 2007 5:31 PM Advice for freezing and storing fresh food. • Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil, transparent film, waterproof plastic bags, polyethylene containers with lids or freezer containers suitable for the food being frozen. • Food must be fresh and of prime quality. • If possible, fresh vegetables and fruit should be frozen immediately after being picked, to preserve the nutritional substances, structure, consistency, colour and flavour. Note: • Always leave hot food to cool before placing in the freezer. • Consume fully or partially thawed foods immediately. Do not refreeze unless the thawed food is used to prepare a ready meal. Once cooked, the thawed food can be refrozen. Important: The table opposite gives the recommended storage times for frozen fresh foods. Classification of frozen foods Put the frozen products in the freezer and classify them. It is advisable to indicate the storage date on the packs, to ensure their use before the expiry dates. MONTHS FOOD Advice for storing deep-frozen food When purchasing deep-frozen food products: • Make sure the packaging is not damaged, otherwise the food can deteriorate. If the package is swollen or has damp patches, it has not been stored in optimum conditions and may have started to thaw. • Purchase frozen food last and use thermal bags to carry it. • Place frozen foods in the freezer as soon as you get home. [. . . ] Undo the top pin and screw it in place on the opposite side. Insert the door on the top hinge and close it. Tighten the hinge pin bracket in place on the opposite side using the screws. 22 60202011GB. fm Page 23 Thursday, July 12, 2007 5:31 PM Installation requirements To ensure correct appliance operation, it must not be exposed to temperatures below 16 °C or above 32 °C. It is advisable to avoid the following places: kitchens without ventilation, outside rooms, greenhouses, garages. [. . . ]