Whirlpool ARC 2253/AL, WTE2211 IS, DPA 24/1, PRT 240S A, PRT 240 W A User Manual

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

• 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.

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. Installation and the electrical connection must be

carried out by a qualified technician according to
the manufacturer’s instructions and in
compliance with the local safety regulations.

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

1. Packing

The packing material is 100% recyclable and bears
the recycling symbol . For disposal, comply with
the 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 the health of persons.

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 without environmental impact, but is
flammable. Therefore, make sure the refrigerant
circuit pipes 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/EC.

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

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

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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 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 and well-ventilated
place. 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.

• 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 by
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
upstream of the socket.

SAFETY

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

• 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 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 if the
above advice and precautions are not
respected.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS

Climatic Class Amb. T. (°C) Amb. T. (°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

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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 th

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:

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 th
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.

Important:
Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in:

t aluminium foil, cling film, air and water-tight plastic bags,

polythene containers with lids or freeze
for freezing fresh food.

t 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:

t 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.

t When shopping, leave fr

transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag.

t Place the items in the freezer compartment as soon as you get

home.

t If food has defrosted even partially, do not re-freeze it.

Consume within 24 hours.

t Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum.

Respect the best-before date on the package.

t Always observe the storage information on the package.

Making ice cubes

t 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.

ozen food purchases until last and

r containers suitable

MONTHS

FOOD