Westinghouse WFM1700WE, WRM2400WE User Manual

USER MANUAL

REFRIGERATION

Bar Fridges with Ice Box,

All Refrigerators and Upright Freezers

WIM1000WC, WIM1200WD, WIM1200AD, WRM1400WD,

WRM2400WE, WFM0900WD, WFM1700WE

WARNING

WARNING

CONGRATULATIONS

WARNING

WARNING

TIPS & INFORMATION

ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS

WARNING

WARNING

TIPS & INFORMATION

ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS

Dear customer,

Congratulations and thank you for choosing our
refrigerator/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 relevant
sections of this manual, which provides a description of
your refrigerator/freezer and its functions.

To avoid the risks that are always present when you use
an electric 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 refrigerator/freezer, please check it
is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use the refrigerator
but contact your local customer care centre.

Conditions of Use

This appliance is designed and intended to be used in
normal domestic applications only:

• Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other
working environments

• Farm Houses

• By clients in hotels, motels, and other residential
type environments

• Bed and Breakfast type environments

Record model and serial number here:

Model number: ..................................................................................

Serial number: ...................................................................................

Please read the user manual carefully and store in a
handy place for later reference. The symbols you will see
in this booklet have these meanings:

WARNING

This symbol indicates information concerning your
personal safety

CAUTION

This symbol indicates information on how to avoid
damaging the appliance

TIPS AND INFORMATION

This symbol indicates tips and information about use of
the appliance

ENVIRONMENT

This symbol indicates tips and information about
economical and ecological use of the appliance

CONTENTS

Important safety instructions ....................................................3

Bar refrigerator with ice box features ...................................4

Bar refrigerator without ice box features ............................5

Single door all refrigerator features ......................................6

Bar freezer features ..................................................................... 7

Single door all freezer features ...............................................8

Installing your new appliance ....................................................9

Initial start-up - Fridge

Controlling the temperature ............................................. 10

Using your appliance –
Ice Box models (WIM1000 & WIM1200)

Making ice ................................................................................ 11

De-icing the ice box .............................................................. 11

Initial startup freezer (WFM0900) ........................................ 12

Initial startup freezer (WFM1700) ......................................... 13

Reversing the ice box door opening

direction (WIM1200) ..................................................................14

Reversing the door opening direction

WRM2400 & WFM1700 ............................................................. 15

Reversing the door opening direction

WIM1000 ......................................................................................... 17

Reversing the door opening direction

WFM0900, WIM1200, WRM1400 .......................................... 18

Care and maintenance

Lamp replacement (Models with lamp) .......................19

General information

Cleaning the appliance ......................................................20

Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 21

Warranty ......................................................................................... 23

TIPS AND INFORMATION

Important – CHECK FOR ANY DAMAGE OR MARKS

If you find the appliance is damaged or marked, you must
report it within 7 days if you wish to claim for damage/
marks under the manufacturer’s 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.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION THAT MAY IMPACT
YOUR MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY

Adherence to the directions for use in this manual
is extremely important for health and safety. Failure
to strictly adhere to the requirements in this manual
may result in personal injury, property damage
and affect your ability to make a claim under the
Westinghouse manufacturer’s warranty provided
with your product. Products must be used, installed
and operated in accordance with this manual. You
may not be able to claim on the Westinghouse
manufacturer’s warranty in the event that your
product fault is due to failure to adhere this manual.

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

It is hazardous for anyone other than an Authorised

WARNING

• The refrigerator must be plugged into its own
dedicated 220-240V, 50Hz AC electrical outlet.

• The plug must be accessible when the refrigerator is
in position.

• It is essential 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
refrigerator.

• If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by a
qualified service technician.

• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning it, or changing
the light bulb to avoid electric shock.

• Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling the electrical
cord as this may damage it. Grip the plug firmly and
pull straight out.

• Choose a location for your refrigerator that isn’t too
cold. The ambient room temperature should be above
10°C.

• Stand your refrigerator in a dry place – avoid areas of
high moisture or humidity.

• Don’t put the refrigerator in frosty or unprotected
areas like a garage or on the verandah.

• Keep the refrigerator out of direct sunlight.

• Don’t locate the refrigerator near stoves, fires or
heaters.

• When installed correctly, your refrigerator should:

– Have adequate space at the back and sides for air

circulation (refer to page 9).

– Be aligned to the surrounding cupboards.

– Have doors that will self-close from a partially open

position.

WARNING

R600a refrigerant warning

This appliance contains 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.

• The room for installing appliance must be at least

3

1m

per 8g of refrigerant. The amount of refrigerant
charged in the appliance can be found on the rating
plate on the appliance.

• Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure
or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to
accelerate the defrosting process, other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.

Service Person to service this appliance. In Queensland
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.

Switching off your refrigerator

If you switch 'off' your refrigerator for an extended period,
follow these steps to reduce the chances of mould:

1. Remove all food.

2. Remove the power plug from the power point.

3. Thoroughly clean and dry the interior.

4. Ensure that all the doors are wedged open slightly
for air circulation.

Safety

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.

WARNING

• Always check the power point is properly earthed –
if you are not sure get an electrician to check it.

• Always switch off and unplug the refrigerator at the
power point before you clean or move it.

• If the power supply cord is damaged, always have
it replaced by the manufacturer, service agent or
similarly qualified person.

• Never let children play with the refrigerator.

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol
cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

• Never store fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment.

• Never lick icy foods when they first come out of the
freezer. This can burn your your lips and mouth.

• Never try to repair the refrigerator yourself.

• Never use electric heaters or dryers to defrost the
freezer because you can receive an electric shock

• Never use electrical appliances inside the food storage
areas.

• This appliance contains insulation formed with
flammable blowing gases. For safety reasons, take
care when you dispose of it.

• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

WARNING

When you dispose of your old refrigerator or freezer,
remove any doors to prevent children from being trapped
inside.

2 3CONTENTS SAFETY

BAR REFRIGERATORS WITH ICE BOX FEATURES

1

BAR REFRIGERATORS WITHOUT ICE BOX FEATURES

4

2

11
5

3

6

7

8

15

WIM1000WC illustrated

12

9

13

10

3

3

2

1

10

5

6

11

4

9

8

7

WRM1400WD illustrated

13

4

11

3

2

1

6

14

7

12

10

1

Control knob

2

Light

3

Light Switch

4

Glass shelf

5

Glass Crisper Cover

6

Crisper

7

Door bin

8

Egg tray

9

Door seal

10

Drain hole

11

Adjustable levelling leg

Features may vary depending on model. Not all models will have features listed.

WIM1200AD has grey outer cabinet. Refrigerator door is silver metal look. WIM1200WD has white cabinet and door.

4 5FEATURES

8

15

1

Control knob

2

Light

3

Light Switch

4

Ice Box

5

Drip Tray

6

Glass shelf

7

Glass Crisper Cover

8

Crisper

WIM1200WD; WIM1200AD illustrated

9

Door rail

10

Door bin

11

Ice Cube Tray

12

Egg tray

13

Door seal

14

Drain hole

15

Adjustable levelling leg

Features may vary depending on model. Not all models will have features listed.

FEATURES

SINGLE DOOR ALL REFRIGERATOR FEATURES BAR FREEZER FEATURES

1

2

4

5

3

1

3

7

2

4

8

1

Temperature control

2

9

Freezer bin

3

Door seal

4

Adjustable levelling leg

WFM0900WD illustrated

6

Features may vary depending on model. Not all models will have features listed.

WRM2400SC has grey outer cabinet. Refrigerator door is silver metal look. WRM2400WC has white cabinet and door.

6 7FEATURESFEATURES

WRM2400WE illustrated

1

Controller box and LED light

2

Refrigerator shelf

3

Egg tray

4

Vegetable drawer cover

5

Vegetable drawer

6

Adjustable bottom feet

7

Upper door shelf

8

Lower door shelf

9

Refrigerator door