User manual WHIRLPOOL GKT 2959 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Before scrapping, make the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside the appliance. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. Deliver the appliance immediately to an authorized dump; do not leave it unattended even for a few days, since it is potentially dangerous for children. [. . . ] (°F) From 50 to 90 From 61 to 90 From 64 to 100 From 64 to 110 • Be careful not to damage the floors when you move the appliance (e. g. • Do not use mechanical devices or any means other than those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up the defrosting process. • 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 appliance. • The power cable may only be replaced by an authorized person. • Do not use extension leads or adapters. • It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains by unplugging it or by means of a two-pole switch fitted upline of the socket. • 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. • Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum. Respect the best-before date on the package. • Always observe the storage information on the package. 26 Removing the baskets • Pull the baskets out fully, then lift them up slightly in order to remove. Important: To increase the freezer capacity and speed up the freezing process, the drawers (Fig. 1) can be removed, frozen food can be placed in the other drawers and fresh food can be placed directly on the refrigerator grid. Making ice cubes • Fill the ice cube tray 2/3 full and place it in the special freezer compartment. • Do not use sharp or pointed instruments to detach the tray if it is stuck to the bottom of the freezer. • Bend the ice tray slightly to remove the cubes. Note: The freezer door will not re-open easily immediately after closing. Wait a few minutes before opening again in order to allow for compensation of the vacuum created. Fig. 1 27 HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug the appliance from the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply. For electronic models, turn the knob to OFF/●. Defrost the freezer once or twice a year, or when the formation of ice on the refrigeration grilles is excessive. [. . . ] • Gurgling and hissing noises due to expansion in the refrigerant circuit are normal. 2. Excessive frost build-up. •Has the defrost water drain been positioned correctly?•Is the door shut properly? AFTER-SALES SERVICE Before contacting After-Sales Service: 1. See if you can solve the problem yourself with the help of the “Troubleshooting guide”). [. . . ]