USER MANU
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EFRIGERATION
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WCM1400WE WCM2000W E WCM3000W E
WCM5000WE WCM7000WE
WARNING
WARNING
TIPS & INFORMATION
ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS
TIPS & INFORMATION
ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS
CONGRATULATIONS CONTENTS
WARNING
Congratulations and thank you for choosing our
Westinghouse chest freezer. We are sure you will find
your new appliance a pleasure to use. Before you use the
appliance, we recommend that you read through the
whole user manual which provides a description of the
product and it’s functions.
To avoid the risks that are always present when you use
an appliance, it is important that the appliance is installed
correctly and that you read the safety instructions
carefully to avoid misuse and hazards.
We recommend that you keep this instruction booklet for
future reference and pass it on to any future owners.
After unpacking the appliance, please check it is not
damaged. If in doubt, do not use the appliance but
contact your local customer care centre.
For contact details, refer to the last page of this
user manual.
Conditions of use
This appliance is designed and intended to be used in
normal domestic applications only.
Please ensure you read the instruction manual fully
before you call for service, or a full service fee could
be applicable.
Record model and serial number here:
Model number:........................................................................................
Serial number: .........................................................................................
PNC: .............................................................................................................
Important safety instructions ........................................................3
Features of your freezer ................................................................. 4
Transportation instructions ........................................................... 6
Installing your new appliance ....................................................... 6
Using your appliance .........................................................................7
Defrosting your appliance ..............................................................7
Cleaning your appliance ................................................................. 8
Troubleshooting .................................................................................. 9
Do’s and don’ts ..................................................................................10
Warranty ................................................................................................. 11
IMPORTANT
Important – check for any damages or marks.
If you find the refrigerator/freezer is damaged or marked,
you must report it within 7 days if you wish to claim for
damage/marks under the manufacturers warranty. This
does not affect your statutory rights.
ENVIRONMENT
Information on disposal for users
• Most of the packing materials are recyclable. Please
dispose of those materials through your local
recycling depot or by placing them in appropriate
collection containers.
• If you wish to discard this product, please contact
your local authorities and ask for the correct method
of disposal.
WARNING
This symbol indicates information concerning your
personal safety.
IMPORTANT
This symbol indicates tips and information about use
of the appliance.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates information on how to avoid
damaging the appliance.
ENVIRONMENT
This symbol indicates tips and information about
WARNING
When positioning the appliance,ensure the supply
cord is not trapped or damaged.
Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or
portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
Risk of fire / flammable materials
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CONTENTS
economical and ecological use of the appliance.
WARNING
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
WARNING
Please read the user manual carefully and store in a handy
place for later reference. Pass the user manual on to
possible new owners of the appliance.
Read the following carefully to avoid damage or injury.
NOTE: You must read these warnings carefully
before installing or using the appliance. If you need
assistance, contact your Customer Care Department.
The manufacturer will not accept liability, should these
instructions or any other safety instructions incorporated
in this book be ignored.
Children and vulnerable people safety.
WARNING
• When you dispose of your old refrigerators and
freezers, remove any doors. Children can suffocate if
they get trapped inside.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to
accelerate the defrosting process other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
• This appliance contains insulation formed with
flammable blowing gases. Avoid safety hazards by
carefully disposing of this appliance.
• The appliance must be plugged into its own
dedicated 220-240V, 50Hz AC electrical outlet.
• The plug must be accessible when the freezer is
in position.
• It is essential that the power point is properly
earthed to ground. Consult a qualified electrician if
you are unsure.
• Don’t use extension cords or adapter plugs with
this freezer.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Unplug the freezer before cleaning to avoid
electric shock.
CAUTION
• Never unplug the freezer by pulling the electrical
cord as this may damage it. Grip the plug firmly and pull
straight out.
• Choose a location for your freezer that isn’t too cold.
The ambient room temperature should be above 10°C.
• Stand your freezer in a dry place – avoid areas of high
moisture or humidity.
• Don’t put the freezer in frosty or unprotected areas.
• Keep the freezer out of direct sunlight.
• Don’t locate the freezer near stoves, fires or heaters.
When installed correctly, your freezer should:
• Have adequate space at the back and sides for
air circulation.
• Be aligned to the surrounding cupboards.
• When positioning your appliance take care not to
damage your flooring, pipes, wall coverings etc.
• Do not move the appliance by pulling by the lid
or handle.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol
cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
WARNING
If pressurised aerosol containers bear the word
‘flammable’ and/or a small flame symbol,
do not store them inside any refrigerator
or freezer. If you do so you may cause an explosion.
WARNING
R600a refrigerant warning
This appliance contains flammable R600a refrigerant.
Avoid safety hazards by carefully installing, handling,
servicing and disposing of this appliance.
• Ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not
damaged during transportation and installation.
• Leaking refrigerant may cause eye injuries or ignite.
• The room for installing appliance must be at least
3
per 8g of refrigerant. The amount of refrigerant
1m
charged in the appliance can be found on the rating
plate on the back of the appliance.
• If you are unsure of the refrigerant type, check the
rating plate on the back of the appliance.
• Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure
or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food
storage compartments of the appliance, unless they
are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• It is hazardous for anyone other than an
Authorised Service Person to service this appliance.
In Queensland Australia the Authorised Service
Person MUST hold a Gas Work Authorisation for
hydrocarbon refrigerants, to carry out servicing or
repairs which involve the removal of covers.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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FEATURES OF YOUR FREEZER
(WCM1400WE & WCM2000WE& WCM3000WE)
1
2
3
4
5
11
7
1
Handle
2
Door
3
Hinge
4
Basket
10
9
5
Cabinet
6
Ventilation cover
7
Control panel
8
Foot
9
Power indicator light
6
8
10
Thermostat adjustment knob
11
Drain plug
4
FEATURES
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