User manual WHIRLPOOL KVIC 1369-LH INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Any damage must be reported to your retailer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance. Before connecting the appliance to the power supply, let it stand for 2 hours. x x The appliance is built with re-usable material. 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. PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL SUGGESTIONS x x x x x x x x Use the refrigerator compartment only for the storage of fresh food and the freezer compartment only for the storage of frozen food, the freezing of fresh food and to make ice cubes. Do not cover or close the vents of the appliance. [. . . ] In this case, the wire which is coloured GREEN AND YELLOW must be connected to the EARTH contact, and the other two wires to the two pins, irrespective of colour. The supply to the socket must be fitted with a 16 amp fuse. 7 M 7 Y N C This appliance is either a refrigerator, or a refrigerator compartment, or a refrigerator with a with a compartment. The appliance has been designed to run at a room temperature ranging from +10oC to +38oC. For appliances with a compartment without pilot light (4), from +16oC to +38oC. 1 X. Getting started 3 3 HOW TO USE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT < 1 X 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 x. After the temperature has been set, as described below, the appliance is ready for use. Thermostat knob (1) on x: no cooling and light off. Thermostat knob (1) on 1: minimum cooling Thermostat knob (1) on 3-4: average cooling Thermostat knob (1) on 7: maximum cooling 2 X. To set the temperature: x x x x 2 X Important: Press the pilot light switch (4) when you freeze food and/or when room temperature drops below 16oC. o x When room temperature rises above 16 C turn the pilot light switch (4) off. x Inside temperatures are affected by the position of the appliance, room temperature and frequency of door openings. Thermostat setting (1) may have to be changed depending on these factors. x How to store food in the refrigerator compartment 3 X. 3 X  2 1. 8. We suggest to arrange food as shown in the figure on the side: Cooked food Dairy products, tinned products, cheese, butter Fish, meat Sliced food Fruit and vegetables Tubes, small tins Sausage Bottles 3 4 6 Notes: x Do not store food in an open container since it would dry up. x Do not store food that is still warm in the refrigerator compartment. x Make sure that air circulates freely between stored food. Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic. 5 7 8 8 M 8 Y N C HOW TO USE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT Only for appliances with a compartment or a compartment: 4 The freezer X. compartment is for the storing of The freezer compartment allows to store frozen food for several months. The quantity (in Kg) of fresh food which can be frozen in a 24 hour period is stated on the rating plate (5). 3 < 3 < 4 X Freezing of foods: 5 X. Presstothe pilot light (4) 12 hours before putting the food that has be frozen inside the compartment. x x x The pilot light (4) switches on. Set the thermostat (1) on intermediate position. Take the freezer grid (6) out of the compartment. [. . . ] The temperature in the refrigerator compartment is too cold x Is the thermostat on the correct setting?The appliance is excessively noisy x Has the appliance been properly installed?x Do the pipes on the back touch and rattle?x Gurgling noises inside the refrigerating circuit are normal. [. . . ]