Whirlpool ARC 2213, ARC 2293, ARC 2253, ARC 2253/1, ARC 2263/AL User Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT

HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE FREEZER

HOW TO CLEAN THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

•Your new appliance is designed to be used in the household and similar applications such as:

-kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments

-farm houses

-by clients in hotels, motels, residences, bed & breakfasts.

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 in order to ensure that the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient.

3.Installation and electrical connection must be carried out by a qualified technician according to the manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance with local safety regulations.

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

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

1. Packaging

The packing material is 100% recyclable and bears the recycling symbol. For disposal, comply with local regulations. Keep the packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of the reach of children, as they are a potential source of danger.

2. Scrapping/Disposal

The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material.

This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring the correct disposal of this appliance, you can help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and health.

The symbol on the appliance, or on the accompanying documents, indicates that this appliance should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to a special collection centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside and become trapped.

Scrap the appliance in compliance with local regulations on waste disposal, taking it to a special collection centre; do not leave the appliance unattended even for a few days, since it is a potential source of danger for children. For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, contact your competent local office, the household waste collection service or the shop where you purchased the appliance.

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 with low environmental. Caution is required, however, since isobutane is flammable. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that refrigerant pipelines are not damaged.

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.

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/CE.

Electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed if it is correctly connected to an approved earthing system.

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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

INSTALLATION

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

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

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

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

• To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a space on both sides and above the appliance and follow the installation instructions.

• Keep the appliance ventilation openings free.

• Do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit pipes.

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

• Install the appliance in a dry, well ventilated place. The appliance is designed to operate in areas 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.

Climatic Class	Amb. temp.	Amb. temp.
	(°C)	(°F)
SN	From 10 to 32	From 50 to 90
N	From 16 to 32	From 61 to 90
ST	From 16 to 38	From 61 to 100
T	From 16 to 43	From 61 to 110

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

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

• For the water connection, use the pipe supplied with the new appliance; do not reuse that of the previous appliance.

• Power cable modification or replacement must only be carried out by qualified personnel or After-sales Service.

• It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it or by means of a mains two-pole switch installed upline of the socket.

SAFETY

•Do not use the appliance to store aerosol cans or receptacles containing propellants or flammable substances.

•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 use mechanical, electric or chemical means other than those recommended by the Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process.

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

•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.

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

•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.

USE

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

•All appliances equipped with an automatic icemaker and water dispenser must be connected to a water supply that only delivers drinking water (with mains water pressure of between 0.17 and 0.81 Mpa (1.7 and 8.1 bar)). Automatic ice-makers and/or water dispensers not directly connected to the water supply must be filled with drinking water only.

•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 since they may burst.

The Manufacturer declines any liability if the above advice and precautions are not respected.

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HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

This appliance is a refrigerator with a star freezer compartment.

Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic.

Optimal performance is obtained at temperatures between +16°C and +32°C.

Switching on the refrigerator for the first time

Insert the plug into the mains socket.

The thermostat is used to adjust the temperature of both compartments: refrigerator and freezer.

How to adjust the temperature of the compartments:

1.For correct operation and optimum storage of food, it is advisable to set the thermostat to 2-3/MED.

2.To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment, turn the thermostat control knob:

•lowest/MIN numbers for the LEAST COLD internal temperatures;

•highest/MAX numbers for the COLDEST internal temperatures.

thermostat set to 0: no operation, no light.

Note:

In order to ensure proper operation with an ambient temperature below 16°C, press the button next to the thermostat (if available). Press the button again to turn it off when the temperature is high (above 16°C).

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 illustrated in the figure.

A.Cooked food

B.Fish, meat

C.Fruit and vegetables

D.Bottles

E.Eggs

F.Butter, cheese and dairy products

Notes:

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

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

•Do not place hot food in the refrigerator or freezer.

•Store liquids in closed containers.

•Storing vegetables with a high water content can result in condensation in the crisper drawer: this will not affect the correct operation of the appliance.

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HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER

COMPARTMENT

The freezer is a star		compartment.
This compartment can be used to store frozen foods for the
period of time indicated on packaging. The freezer can also
be used to freeze fresh food by positioning it on the rack;
place frozen food in the lower part of the compartment so
that there is no contact with fresh food that has yet to be
frozen.
The quantity of fresh food that can be frozen in 24 hours is
shown on the rating plate.
Note:
Pressing the freeze button next to the thermostat (if available)
increases freezing power.
The food will be completely frozen in 24 hours. Deactivate the
freeze button.
Important:
Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in:
• aluminium foil, cling film, air and water-tight plastic bags,
polythene containers with lids or freezer containers suitable			MONTHS	FOOD
for freezing fresh food.

•In the event of a power cut, the freezer compartment will maintain a sufficiently low temperature for food storage. However, it is advisable to avoid opening the compartment door during such periods.

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.

•When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag.

•Place the items in the freezer compartment as soon as you get home.

•If food has defrosted even partially, do not re-freeze it. Consume within 24 hours.

•Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum. Respect the best-before date on the package.

•Always observe the storage information on the package.

Making ice cubes

•Fill the ice cube tray 3/4 with water and place it at the bottom of the freezer compartment.

Do not use sharp or pointed instruments to detach the tray if it is stuck to the compartment bottom.

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