Whirlpool ARC 1411, ARC 1421, ARC 1671, ARC 1771, ARC 1370 User Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

BEFORE USING THE REFRIGERATOR SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR

COMPARTMENT HOW TO OPERATE THE LOW TEMPERATURE

COMPARTMENT HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE

REFRIGERATOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

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BEFORE USING THE REFRIGERATOR

Your new appliance is exclusively for domestic use. Use the fitted, for making ice cubes, storing frozen and deep-frozen foods and freezing fresh and cooked foods (only in the compartment marked );

defrosting is a manual procedure refrigerator compartment automatic defrost feature

storage of fresh food and beverages.

To get the most out of your new appliance, read the user handbook thoroughly. The handbook contains a description of the appliance and useful tips for storing food.

Keep this handbook for future consultation.

low temperature compartment,

. The

, which has an

, is used for the

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.

2. Wait at least two hours before connecting the appliance to the power supply in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient.

3. Installation of the appliance and electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified electrician, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and local regulations.

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

1. Packing

The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and marked with the recycling symbol. Follow local regulations for scrapping. Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous.

2. Appliance

The appliance is made using recyclable materials. Dispose of the appliance in conformity with local environmental regulations. Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cord. The appliance must be delivered to an authorised collection centre for the recovery of refrigerant gas.

Information:

This appliance does not contain CFCs (replaced with R134a) or HFCs (replaced with R600a Isobutane). For more information, refer to the identification data plate affixed to the appliance.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

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Use the storing fresh foods and the

compartment

storing frozen foods and freezing fresh foods (only in the compartment marked ).

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Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the appliance.

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Do not store liquids in glass containers in the low temperature compartment - risk of bursting.

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Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the low temperature compartment - risk of “cold” burns.

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Do not allow children to play or hide inside the appliance - risk of becoming trapped and suffocating.

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Before servicing or cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply.

refrigerator compartment

low temperature

only for making ice cubes,

only for

The power cable may only be replaced by an authorised person.

Declaration of conformity

This appliance is intended to come into contact with foodstuffs and conforms to D.L. 108 of

25.01.1992 (European Directive 89/109/EEC).

Information Appliances with Isobutane (R600a)

Isobutane is a natural gas having low environmental impact. Caution is required, however, since isobutane is flammable. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that refrigerant pipelines are not damaged.

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HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

Switching on the appliance

Starting up the appliance

Depending on the model, the appliance is equipped with

external controls

Plug in the appliance. For appliances featuring

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The light below the control panel switches on each time the door is opened.

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The green LED lights up, indicating the appliance is

operating. For appliances featuring appliance is connected to the mains the inside light switches on each time the door is opened (provided the thermostat is not turned to z). The thermostat, located inside the refrigerator compartment or on the front panel, is used to adjust the temperature of

both the refrigerator compartment and low temperature compartment (if fitted).

Adjusting the temperature

For correct operation and optimum storage of food,

follow instructions given in the enclosed product

sheet for thermostat adjustment.

To adjust the temperature in the compartment, turn the

thermostat control knob:

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lowest numbers internal temperatures;

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numbers temperature;

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highest numbers

temperatures. Thermostat set to z: all functions, including the inside light, are switched off.

Note:

The ambient air temperature, frequency of door opening and the position of the appliance can affect internal temperatures. These factors must be taken into account when setting the thermostat.

How to use the refrigerator compartment

Position the food as shown in the figure. A Cooked food BFish, meat C Fruit and vegetables DBottles ECheese

Notes:

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The space between the shelves and the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment must be unobstructed to allow circulation of air.

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Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment.

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Do not place hot food in the refrigerator.

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Store liquids in closed containers.

Important Storing vegetables with high water content can cause

condensation to form on the glass shelf of the crisper drawer: this will not affect the correct operation of the appliance.

internal controls

1-2/MIN

3-4/MED

5-7/MAX

external controls

internal controls

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