User manual WHIRLPOOL GT 3842/0 T INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Dispose of the appliance in conformity with local environmental regulations. Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cord. The appliance must be delivered to an authorised collection centre for the recovery of refrigerant gas. Information: This appliance does not contain CFCs (replaced with R134a) or HFCs (replaced with R600a Isobutane). [. . . ] Remove the packs of food from the freezer and wrap them close together in newspaper. Store in a very cool place or thermally insulated bag. Remove the internal defrost water drain plug (depending on model). Remove the external defrost water drain plug (depending on model) and reposition it as shown in figure (A). Place a bowl beneath the drainage channel to collect the residual water. Speed up defrosting by using a spatula to detach the ice from the freezer walls. Remove the ice from the bottom of the freezer. In order to avoid permanent damage to the freezer interior, do not use pointed or sharp metal instruments for removing the ice. Do not use abrasive products or heat up the interior artificially. • • • Dry the interior of the freezer compartment thoroughly. On completion of the defrosting, refit the plug. Switch on the appliance again. • • • A • • • • • B CARE AND MAINTENANCE To obtain the best results from your appliance, carry out cleaning and maintenance at least once a year. • • Remove the ice from the upper edge. Clean the inside after defrosting, using a sponge dampened with warm water and/or mild detergent. • Clean the motor cooling grille (depending on model). • Remove dust from the condenser on the rear of the appliance. Note: Before carrying out maintenance, unplug the appliance. Do not use abrasive products, scourers or stain-removers (e. g. acetone, trichloroethylene) to clean the appliance. 7 Black Process Plate 42007aGB. FM5 Page 8 Friday, January 7, 2000 6:58 PM Cyan Process Plate 42007aGB. FM5 Page 8 Friday, January 7, 2000 6:58 PM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 1. • Contents impeding correct closure of the freezer lid?• Appliance too near a source of heat?• Is the thermostat setting correct? [. . . ] The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter “L” or coloured red. 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. Important: The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a correct replacement is fitted. [. . . ]