User manual WHIRLPOOL GKT 1400 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Scrapping The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material. This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. [. . . ] • Ensure that the voltage indicated on the appliance data plate corresponds to the domestic supply voltage • Do not ingest the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (if provided). 24 HOW TO USE THE FREEZER The freezer can be used for storing frozen food and freezing fresh food. 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. • The alarm signal, if present, activates, indicating that the freezer has not yet reached a sufficiently cold temperature for storage of foodstuffs. • Only place food in the freezer once the alarm signal has deactivated or, in the absence of an alarm, 2 hours after switching on (for further details, see the enclosed product sheet). Adjusting the temperature For temperature adjustment, see the enclosed product sheet. Note: Ambient air temperature, the frequency of door opening and the position of the appliance can affect the freezer internal temperature. These factors must be taken into account when setting the thermostat. Freezing The amount of fresh food that can be frozen in 24 hours is indicated on the appliance date plate. For optimum appliance performance, press the fast freeze button, if present, (until the yellow led light up) 24 hours before placing fresh food in the freezer. Place food to be frozen in the compartments for freezing (see enclosed product sheet). After placing fresh food in the freezer, 24 hours on fast freeze function is generally sufficient; After 24 hours, deactivate the fast freeze function. 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 need not necessarily be activated. 25 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, mature and of prime quality in order to obtain high quality frozen food. • 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. Some meat, especially game, should be hung before it is frozen. 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. MONTHS FOOD 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. • When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag. [. . . ] 2 Disconnecting the appliance Electrical disconnection must be possible either by unplugging the appliance or by means of a double-pole switch located upline from the socket. Fig. 3 30 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 1) For Great Britain only Warning - this appliance must be earthed Fuse replacement If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an A. S. T. A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows: 1. Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover. [. . . ]