User manual WHIRLPOOL PLC216W INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] The appliance must be delivered to an authorised collection centre for the recovery of the refrigerant gas. This appliance does not contain CFC’s but R600a Isobutane. Isobutane is a natural gas having low environmental impact. [. . . ] The maximum amount of fresh produce that can be frozen in 24 hours is 12. 5 kilograms. Frozen food should be used in rotation and therefore packages should be carefully labelled. • Turn the thermostat control knob to number 6 (fast freeze position) 24 hours before the desired freezing is to be effected. After this period of time the appliance will be ready to freeze the fresh produce. • 24 hours after putting in the fresh produce the freezing operation should be completed and the thermostat control knob returned by to it's normal position. • Commercially frozen pre-packed food should be stored in accordance with the frozen food manufacturers instructions. DEFROSTING Small amounts of frost will accumulate inside the freezer depending upon the length of time during which the lid is left open or the amount of moisture introduced. It is essential to ensure that no frost or ice is allowed to form at places where it will affect the close fitting of the lid gasket. This might allow air to penetrate the cabinet, thus encouraging continuous running of the compressor. Thin frost formation is quite soft and can be removed with a brush or plastic scraper. Do not use metal or sharp scrapers, mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process. Remove all dislodged frost from the cabinet floor. For the removal of light frosting it is not necessary to switch off the freezer. For the removal of heavy ice deposits disconnect the freezer from the power supply and empty the contents into cardboard boxes and wrap in thick blankets or layers of paper to keep them cold. Defrosting will be most effective if carried out when the freezer is nearly empty, and it should be carried out as quickly as possible to prevent undue increase in temperature of the contents. [. . . ] Extra protection can be given by covering the freezer with two or three thick blankets. If a long breakdown is anticipated, try to get the produce into another freezer or cold store, if possible, a supply of Dry Ice to place within the cabinet. If the breakdown is with the cabinet and not a blown fuse or power failure (do not forget that the temperature control regulates the amount of time during which the compressor operates, a silent compressor does not necessarily mean a breakdown), contact your local Retail Store or After Sales Service. FAILURES If the temperature in your freezer exceeds -15°C please check the following points. [. . . ]