User manual WHIRLPOOL WBM 552 IX PRODUCT FICHE

[. . . ] The great advantage of this appliance is that the refrigerator and freezer compartments are ventilated, therefore there is no ice or frost formation on the walls, thanks to the process described below. The cold is produced by an evaporator and distributed to the single compartments by means of a fan. The air, after circulating in the compartments, is absorbed again by the evaporator, which also retains any humidity in the air. This prevents frost from forming on the compartment walls, as in traditional appliances, therefore there is no need to defrost the appliance. [. . . ] 17 TEMPERATURE Minimum 3gb33008. fm Page 18 Monday, December 9, 2002 3:59 PM How to use the refrigerator compartment To maintain the vitamins, aroma, substance and freshness of the food to be stored, it is advisable to wrap food in aluminium foil, cling film or place it in special freezer containers with lids. Your refrigerator has an anti-odour system; the anti-odour filter is located in the cool air duct. Important Since appliance internal temperature is to all intents and purposes uniform thanks to the new ventilated system (MULTI-FLOW), foods can be arranged on any shelf. However, take care not to obstruct the air vents in order to allow air to circulate freely. • Do not place hot food in the refrigerator. Anti-odour filter (if provided) Some foods have strong odours. For this reason the refrigerator is equipped with a deodoriser that acts like a filter and eliminates the worry of storing strong odour savoury foods with more delicate sweet foods. The deodoriser is located in the cool air duct. MULTI-FLOW HOW TO OPERATE THE “EXTRA-COLD” COMPARTMENT The temperature inside this compartment is maintained constant and is colder than in other parts of the refrigerator. Dairy products can be stored in this compartment longer and drinks are chilled more rapidly; It can be used to store dairy products, cold meats and meat. • If necessary, remove the extra-cold compartment, taking all the food out first. Then, holding the compartment with both hands, carefully lift it up and out. The amount of fresh food that can be frozen in 24 hours, at an ambient temperature of + 25°C, is indicated on the data plate. 24 hours before freezing fresh food, press the fast freeze button. Wrap and seal the food in aluminium foil, cling film, air and water-tight plastic bags, polythene containers with lids, freezer containers. 3. Place food in the upper part of the freezer, leaving enough space for air to circulate around packs. 4. For more efficient freezing, use the fast freeze function for the next 24 hours. When freezing is complete, press the fast freeze button again. Note: • In the event of a power failure, the freezer compartment maintains the correct storage temperature for about 9/10 hours. • Do not open the freezer compartment door during a power failure. Important: The table alongside shows the recommended maximum storage time for frozen fresh foods. 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. [. . . ] Rinse the interior and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive products, scourers, stain-removers (e. g. • Both refrigerator and freezer compartments are provided with an automatic defrosting function (no frost system). • Periodically clean the condenser (radiator) at the rear of the appliance and the plinth with a vacuum cleaner or brush. Prolonged disuse 1. Empty the refrigerator and freezer compartments 2. Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply 3. Clean and dry both refrigerator and freezer compartments 4. [. . . ]