User manual WHIRLPOOL KS3122AUU/A02 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Any damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance. Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient. Make sure that the installation and the electrical connection are carried out by a qualified technician according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local safety regulations. Clean the inside of the appliance before using it. SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT 1. [. . . ] • Do not use extension leads or adapters. • Electrical disconnection must be possible either by unplugging the appliance or by means of a double-pole switch located upline from the socket. • Do not ingest the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (if provided). 34 6gb33040. fm Page 35 Friday, October 8, 2004 10:49 AM HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT This appliance is a refrigerator with a star freezer compartment. Or it is a refrigerator with a star freezer compartment. Optimal appliance performance is obtained at ambient temperatures between +10°C and +38°C. 1 Switching on the appliance After the appliance has been connected to the power supply, the inside light turns on when the refrigerator door is opened and the thermostat knob is not on position z. After the temperature has been set, as described below, the appliance is ready for use. 2 To adjust the temperature: • • • • Thermostat (1) set to z: no refrigeration, no light. Thermostat (1) set to 1: minimum refrigeration. Thermostat (1) set to 3-4: medium refrigeration. Thermostat (1) set to 7: maximum refrigeration. 1 Important • Thermostat adjustment (1) will depend on where the appliance is installed, ambient temperature and frequency of door opening. How to use the refrigerator compartment: 3 Position the food as illustrated in the figure: 1. Dairy products, preserves, cheese, butter 3. Bottles Note: • Cover food to prevent it drying out. • Hot food must be allowed to cool properly before being placed in the refrigerator. • Make sure sufficient space is left for air to circulate around the food. Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic. 2 3 35 6gb33040. fm Page 36 Friday, October 8, 2004 10:49 AM HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT Only for appliances with or star compartments: 4 If the freezer compartment is marked , it can be used to store already frozen food. If the freezer compartment is marked , it can be used to store food for several months, and for freezing fresh food. The amount of fresh food (expressed in kg. ) that can be frozen in 24 hours is indicated on the rating plate (see paragraph “Product Description”, ref. Freezing fresh food • Set the thermostat (1) to 3-4. • Place the food to be frozen in the middle of the freezer compartment. • After 24 hours, return the thermostat (1) to the normal position. Important: Wrap and seal the food in: • aluminium foil, cling film, watertight plastic bags, polythene containers with lids or special freezer containers. 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. [. . . ] •If necessary, replace the bulb with a new one (220÷240V, 15 Watt). 6 AFTER-SALES SERVICE Before contacting After-Sales Service: 1. See if you can solve the problem yourself (see “Troubleshooting guide”). Switch the appliance on again to see if the problem has been solved. If it has not, disconnect the appliance from the power supply and wait for about an hour before switching on again. [. . . ]