User manual WHIRLPOOL GSN 140 WS INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] • When the appliance is switched on again after defrosting and cleaning operations. • When too much fresh food is placed in the freezer. • When the door is not closed properly. • When the cooling system is faulty (see “Troubleshooting guide”). [. . . ] • Use a spoon handle to detach the tray if it is stuck to the bottom of the freezer. Do not use sharp or pointed instruments. • Bend the ice tray slightly to remove the cubes. • If the tray is made of aluminium, pour water on the bottom of the tray. Note: If the freezer door does not re-open immediately after closing, wait two or three minutes in order to allow for compensation of the vacuum created. Switching off the freezer • Turn the thermostat anti-clockwise to z. The green LED goes out, as well as any other LED that is alight; The appliance is still connected to the mains power supply. 6 61433002GB. fm Page 19 Thursday, March 24, 2005 3:23 PM 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. Defrost the freezer compartment once or twice a year, or when the ice on the walls reaches a thickness of about 3 mm. If possible, defrost the freezer when it is nearly empty. • If there are still frozen foods in the freezer, press the fast freeze button a few hours before defrosting to further chill the food. • Remove the food from the freezer, wrap in newspaper and group together in a cool place or in a portable cooler. • Disconnect the freezer from the mains power supply. • Leave the door open to allow the ice to melt. • Pull out the defrost water drain and place a container under the drain. • Clean the interior of the freezer with a sponge and warm water and/or neutral detergent. • Rinse the interior and dry thoroughly. • Close the feezer and activate the fast freeze function. Arrange the food and a few hours later deactivate the fast freeze function. Prolonged disuse • Empty the freezer. • Disconnect the freezer from the mains power supply. • Leave the doors open to prevent formation of unpleasant odours. Door seal • From time to time clean the door seal with water and then dry well. Important • Ensure that the vent outlets are unobstructed in order to allow correct air circulation. 7 61433002GB. fm Page 20 Thursday, March 24, 2005 3:23 PM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 1. [. . . ] • Voltage and power consumption are indicated on the rating plate inside the appliance. • Regulations require that the appliance is earthed. The manufacturer declines all liabilities for injury to persons or animals or damage to property resulting from failure to observe these regulations. • If the plug and socket are not of the same type, have the socket replaced by a qualified electrician. [. . . ]