User manual WHIRLPOOL KGI 2650 A LH PRODUCT FICHE

[. . . ] The symbol on the appliance, or on the accompanying documents, indicates that this appliance should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to a special collection centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside and become trapped. Scrap the appliance in compliance with local regulations on waste disposal, taking it to a special collection centre; do not leave the appliance unattended even for a few days, since it is a potential source of danger for children. For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, contact your competent local office, the household waste collection service or the shop where you purchased the appliance. [. . . ] • Do not use or place electrical devices inside the appliance compartments if they are not of the type expressly authorised by the Manufacturer. • This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. • To avoid the risk of children becoming trapped and suffocating, do not allow them to play or hide inside the appliance. • Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (in some models). • Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer since they may cause cold burns. USE • Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning operation, unplug the appliance or disconnect it from the power supply. • All appliances equipped with an automatic icemaker and water dispenser must be connected to a water supply that only delivers drinking water (with mains water pressure of between 0. 17 and 0. 81 Mpa (1. 7 and 8. 1 bar)). Automatic ice-makers and/or water dispensers not directly connected to the water supply must be filled with drinking water only. • Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh food and the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes. • Do not store glass containers with liquids in the freezer since they may burst. The Manufacturer declines any liability if the above advice and precautions are not respected. • Make sure the voltage specified on the rating plate corresponds to that of your home. 1 • 13 REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT Refrigerator compartment defrosting is completely automatic. Droplets of water on the rear wall inside the refrigerator compartment indicate that the automatic defrost phase is in progress. The defrost water is automatically run into a drain hole and collected in a container, where it evaporates. Fan (if provided) The fan operates automatically. The fan ensures a more consistent distribution of the temperature inside the refrigerator compartment, with better preservation of food and reduction of excess humidity. Do not obstruct the suction zone with food. The fan is only active when the motor is in operation. Caution: The refrigerator accessories must not be placed in a dishwasher. FREEZER COMPARTMENT This appliance is a refrigerator with a star rating freezer compartment. Packed frozen foods can be stored for the period indicated on the packing. Fresh food can also be frozen, ensuring that any contact with already frozen food is avoided. The quantity of fresh food that can be frozen in a 24 hour period is given on the rating plate. [. . . ] To access the lamp, see the "Fridge and freezer compartments operation" chapter. • Check the lamp and, if necessary, replace it with a new one (see instructions near the light bulb). The red light on the freezer compartment control panel remains on and/or the acoustic alarm is activated. (depending on the model) • Have large amounts of fresh food recently been placed inside the freezer? [. . . ]