WHIRLPOOL AFG 070 E-AP User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

•WARNING: to avoid a hazard due to instability, positioning or fixing of the appliance must be done in accordance with the manufacturer instructions.

•WARNING: keep the appliance ventilation openings clear of obstruction.

•WARNING: do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit pipes.

•WARNING: Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical means other than those recommended by the Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process.

•WARNING: Do not use or place electrical devices inside the appliance compartments if they are not of the type expressly authorised by the Manufacturer.

Information: This appliance does not contain CFCs. The refrigerant circuit contains R134a (HFC) or

R600a (HC) (see the rating plate inside the appliance).

• Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): isobutane is a natural gas without environmental impact, but is flammable. Therefore, make sure the refrigerant circuit pipes are not damaged. Keep special attention in case of damaged pipes emptying the refrigerant circuit.

•This product may contain Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases covered by the Kyoto Protocol; the refrigerant gas is inside a hermetically sealed system. Refrigerant gas: R134a has a Global Warming Potential of (GWP)

1300.

•C-Pentane is used as blowing agent in the insulation foam and it is a flammable gas. Pay special attention during disposal operations.

•This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as

- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

- farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

- bed and breakfast type environments;

- catering and similar non-retail applications

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

•This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

•Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

•To avoid the risk of children becoming trapped and suffocating, do not allow them to play or hide inside the appliance.

•It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it if plug is accessible, or by means of an accessible multi-pole switch installed upstream of the socket in conformity with national safety standards.

•Plug the appliance into a grounding socket: the appliance must be correctly connected to an approved earthing system.

•Do not use single/multi adapters or extension cords.

•During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable.

•Do not pull the appliance power cable

•The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons.

•Installation and maintenance including replacement of the supply cord must be carried out by the manufacturer or a qualified technician, in compliance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the local safety regulations in force. In order to avoid a hazard do not repair or replace any part of the appliance including the supply cord, unless specifically stated in the user manual.

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

1. Packing		accompanying documents, indicates that this
The packing material is 100% recyclable and bears		appliance should not be treated as domestic waste
the recycling symbol . For disposal, comply with		but must be taken to a special collection centre for the
the local regulations. Keep the packing materials		recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
(plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of the reach		When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by
of children, as they are a potential source of danger.		cutting off the power cable and removing the doors
2. Scrapping/Disposal		and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside
The appliance is manufactured using recyclable		and become trapped.
material.		Scrap the appliance in compliance with local
This appliance is marked in compliance with		regulations on waste disposal, taking it to a special
European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical		collection centre; do not leave the appliance
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring the		unattended even for a few days, since it is a potential
correct disposal of this appliance, you can help		source of danger for children.
prevent potentially negative consequences for the		For further information on the treatment, recovery and
environment and the health of persons.		recycling of this product, contact your competent local
		office, the household waste collection service or the
The symbol	on the appliance, or on the	shop where you purchased the appliance.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Declaration of conformity

•This appliance has been designed for preserving food and is manufactured in compliance with Regulation (CE) No. 1935/2004.

•This appliance has been designed, manufactured

and marketed in compliance with:

-safety objectives of the “Low Voltage” Directive 2006/95/CE (which replaces 73/23/CEE and subsequent amendments);

-the protection requirements of Directive “EMC” 2004/108/EC.

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

To ensure best use of your appliance, carefully read the operating instructions which contain a description of the product and useful advice.

Keep these instructions for future reference.

1. After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is not damaged and that the door closes properly. Any

damage must be reported to the dealer within 24 hours of delivery of the appliance.

2.Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on, to ensure that the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient.

3.Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

INSTALLATION

•Be careful not to damage the floors (e.g. parquet) when moving the appliance.

•Make sure the appliance is not near a heat source.

•Install and level the appliance on a floor strong enough to take its weight and in a place suitable for its size and use.

•The appliance is arranged for operation in places where the temperature comes within the following ranges, according to the climatic class given on the rating plate. The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long time at a temperature outside the specified range.

•Make sure the voltage specified on the rating plate corresponds to that of your home.

SAFE USE

•Do not store or use petrol, flammable liquids or gas in the vicinity of this or other electrical appliances. The fumes can cause fires or explosions.

•Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (in some models).

•Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer since they may cause cold burns.

•For products designed to use an air filter inside an accessible fan cover, the filter shall be always in position when the refrigerator is in function.

•Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning operation, unplug the appliance or disconnect it from the power supply.

•Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh food and the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes.

•Do not store glass containers with liquids in the freezer compartment since they may break.

•Avoid storing unwrapped food in direct contact with internal surfaces of the refrigerator or freezer compartments.

•“The bulb used inside the appliance is specifically designed for domestic appliances and is not suitable for general room lighting within the home (EC Regulation 244/2009)”.

The Manufacturer declines any liability for injury to persons or animals or damage to property if the above advice and precautions are not respected