User manual WHIRLPOOL TOP 1140/BR INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] • After unpacking the appliance, make sure that the door shuts properly. Any damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance. Wait at least two hours before connecting the appliance to the power supply in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient. Appliance installation and electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified electrician, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and local regulations. • • • • • PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT 1. [. . . ] Make sure that the water-collecting tray is empty and properly positioned under the low temperature compartment. 1) • Push the button (A) in the center of the thermostat knob and close the door. When the ice on the walls has melted completely, the button will return to its initial position and the appliance will restart automatically. 2) Appliances without defrosting button: • Turn the thermostat knob to the defrosting position. • When defrosting is complete, turn the knob back to its initial position. It is not necessary to empty the rest of the appliance. Do not use sharp or pointed metal instruments to scrape off ice. 1) CARE AND MAINTENANCE Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug the appliance from the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply. • Clean the interior regularly with a sponge soaked in warm water and/or neutral detergent. • Rinse the interior and dry thoroughly. • Clean the inside of the low temperature compartment when defrosting. • Clean the outside with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive products, scourers, stain-removers (e. g. acetone, trichloroethylene) nor vinegar. • Regularly clean air vents and the condenser at the rear of the appliance with a vacuum cleaner or a brush. When not in use, leave the door of the appliance open to prevent oxidation and the formation of mould and unpleasant odours. Clean the appliance. Prolonged disuse 1. Defrost and clean the interior. . 13 37037bgb. fm5 Page 14 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 5:46 PM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The appliance is not working. Is the plug properly inserted in the mains socket?• Is the thermostat knob on position z (Stop) or (defrosting)?Temperature inside the compartments is not low enough. • Is there excessive frost build-up in the low temperature compartment? [. . . ] If the plug and socket are not of the same type, have the socket replaced by a qualified electrician. Do not use extension leads or adapters. • • • • • • • 14 37037bgb. fm5 Page 15 Tuesday, July 13, 1999 5:46 PM ELECTRICAL CONNECTION For Great Britain only The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: BLUE - “NEUTRAL” (“N”) BROWN - “LIVE” (“L”) GREEN AND YELLOW - “EARTH” (“E”) 1. The GREEN AND YELLOW wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter “E” or by the Earth symbol 4 or coloured green or green and yellow. The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter “N” or coloured black. [. . . ]