Whirlpool ARC 5080 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE ....................................PAGE 20

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT .........................PAGE 20

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION...................................................PAGE 22

CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION....................................PAGE 23

HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR
COMPARTMENT

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HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER
COMPARTMENT

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GUIDE TO STORAGE AND THAWING OF FOOD......PAGE 26

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING ...................................PAGE 28

INSTALLATION.......................................................................PAGE 28

VACATION................................................................................PAGE 29

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE / AFTER-SALES
SERVICE

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AFTER-SALES SERVICE ........................................................PAGE 31

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION..............................................PAGE 34

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

• Your new appliance is designed exclusively for

domestic use.

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.

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

1. Packaging

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/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 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.

Climatic Class Amb. temp.

(°C)

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.

• 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.

Amb. temp.

(°F)

SAFETY

• Do not store or use petrol, flammable liquids

• Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical

• Do not use or place electrical devices inside

• This appliance is not intended for use by

• To avoid the risk of children becoming

• Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of

• Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately

USE

• Before carrying out any maintenance or

• All appliances equipped with an automatic

• Use the refrigerator compartment only for

• Do not store glass containers with liquids in

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

or gas in the vicinity of this or other electrical
appliances. The fumes can cause fires or
explosions.

means other than those recommended by the
Manufacturer to speed up the defrost
process.

the appliance compartments if they are not of
the type expressly authorised by the
Manufacturer.

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.

trapped and suffocating, do not allow them to
play or hide inside the appliance.

the ice packs (in some models).

after taking them out of the freezer since they
may cause cold burns.

cleaning operation, unplug the appliance or
disconnect it from the power supply.

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.

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

the freezer since they may burst.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

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5a

1. Control panel

2. Refrigerator compartment shelf

3. Crisper drawer lid

4. Crisper drawers
5 Upper basket (freezing zone)
5a. Drawers for storing frozen food

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6. Top door tray

7. Egg tray

8. Door trays

9. Bottle tray

10. Freezer compartment door

Notes: The number of shelves and type of accessories may vary, depending on the model.

All shelves, door trays and racks are removable.

Attention: refrigerator/freezer accessories must not be washed in a dishwasher.

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CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION

The Fridge/Freezer is switched on by means of the thermostat located on the front panel. The thermostat
also serves to adjust the temperature in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

Product control panel with temperature controls

Temperature settings

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