User manual WHIRLPOOL KVIE 3181/A INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Scrapping/Disposal The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material. This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring the correct disposal of this appliance, you can help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and the health of persons. 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 using the appliance for the first time and every time the filter is changed, discard the first 9-14 litres of water, equivalent to 6-7 minutes of dispensing (not necessarily consecutive, but before initial consumption) and discard the ice produced in the first 24 hours. • If the water dispenser has not been used for more than 4/5 days, it is advisable to clean the circuit and run off the first litre of water. • Reposition the removable water dispenser (if present), ensuring your hands are hygienically clean. • Clean the ice bucket or drawer regularly but using only drinking water. • The filter must be changed when indicated on the control panel or when the ice/water dispenser has not been used for more than 30 days. • With each filter replacement, sanitise the ice and/or water distribution system using a food grade disinfectant (with sodium hypochlorite), which does not alter the characteristics of the materials, or use the "Sanitising Kit" available from the After-Sales Service. Rinse with at least 2 litres of water before use. • Only original spare parts supplied by the manufacturer should be used when replacing components in the ice and water dispenser. • Any work on the appliance must be carried out by a qualified technician or the After-sales Service. 6 PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS INSTALLATION • The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons. • Be careful not to damage the floors (e. g. • During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable. • Make sure the appliance is not near a heat source. • To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a space on both sides and above the appliance and follow the installation instructions. • Keep the appliance ventilation openings free. • Do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit pipes. • Install and level the appliance on a floor strong enough to take its weight and in a place suitable for its size and use. • Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated place. The appliance is arranged for operation in places where the temperature comes within the following ranges, according to the climatic class given on the rating plate. The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long time at a temperature outside the specified range. (°F) From 10 to 32 From 50 to 90 From 16 to 32 From 61 to 90 From 16 to 38 From 61 to 100 From 16 to 43 From 61 to 110 SAFETY • Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance. [. . . ] 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 compartment since they may break. • Avoid storing unwrapped food in direct contact with internal surfaces of the refrigerator or freezer compartments. [. . . ]