Whirlpool ARC 5120, ARL 478/G, ARC 5130, ART 866/G INSTRUCTION FOR USE

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ENVIRONMENTAL HINTS

Packing Ù

Do not throw the packing into the garbage: first sort out the different materials (i.e.: steel, cardboard, polystyrene) following local regulations.

Information

This appliance is free of CFC’s (refrigerant circuit contains R134a) or free of HFC’s (refrigerant circuit contains R600a – Isobutane). For more details, please refer to the rating plate on the appliance.

For appliances with Isobutane (R600a)

The refrigerant Isobutane is a natural gas of high environmental compatibility but which is inflammable. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that the ducts of the refrigerant circuit do not get damaged.

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).

KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE

It is a combined refrigerator/freezer.

The freezer compartment, situated at the bottom, allows the perfect storage of fresh and cooked foods, the production of ice cubes and the storage of fresh and frozen foods.

The refrigerator compartment, which is provided with automatic defrost, allows the storage of fresh foods and beverages. This appliance is provided with two motors: the refrigerator and freezer compartments may be used separately.

Please read these instructions carefully.

They include a full description of your appliance and useful hints to enable you to achieve the correct performances required to store foods.

DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE (Fig. 1)

a Refrigerator compartment b Light switch

c Refrigerator compartment control button (thermostat) ü Freezer compartment control button (thermostat)

d Yellow luminous switch for fast freeze ý Green luminous light for operation

eGreen pilot lamp for critical temperatures in the freezer compartment

fGrids (adjustable in height and in some models in inclination; some models may also be provided with a grid with flap)

g Glass separator (if provided) h Crispers

iRefrigerator inner door liner with adjustable compartments (in some models a butter compartment is provided)

lFreezer compartment with storage n and freezing-in m baskets.

INSTALLATION

Please ensure that your appliance is undamaged.

Any transport damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 h of receipt.

Do not install the appliance near to heat sources such as cookers, central heating, boilers, sunlight, etc.

It must however be located in a well ventilated dry space. Leave a 50 mm space betveen the top of the appliance and any kitchen furniture (Fig. 2). The appliance should stand level, this can be achieved by adjusting the front feet (Fig. 3).

If the appliance is provided with spacers, fit them at the top of the condenser (Fig. 4).

The door support is for transport purposes only (Fig. 5). Clean the inside of the liners with a sponge dampened in a solution of lukewarm water and vinegar.

Fit the accessories as illustrated in Fig. 1 and Fig. 8.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AND OPERATION

Please check that the voltage on the rating plate (Fig. 6), which is situated at the right hand side of the crisper, corresponds to the voltage in your home (Fig. 7).

The earthing of this appliance is compulsory by law. The manufacturer will accept no liability for injury to persons or damage to objects arising from the non-obser- vance of this requirement.

Let the appliance to stand for one hour prior to connecting it to the mains.

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

“WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED” (For Great Britain only)

Fuse replacement.

If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13 amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows:

1.Remove the fuse cover (A) and fuse (B).

2.Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover.

3.Refit both into plug.

IMPORTANT: The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a correct replacement is fitted.

Correct replacement are identified by the colour insert or the colour embossed in words on the base of the plug. Replacement fuse covers are available from your local electrical store.

CONNECTION TO A REWIREABLE PLUG

If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, then it should be cut off and disposed of in order to avoid a possible shock hazard should it be inserted into a 13A socket elsewhere.

A suitable altenative plug should then be fitted to the cable. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code;

BLUE - “NEUTRAL” (“N”) BROWN - “LIVE” (“L”)

GREEN AND YELLOW - “EARTH” (“E”)

1. The GREEN AND YELLOW wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter “E” or by the Earth symbol 4 or coloured green or green and yellow.

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2.The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter “N” or coloured black.

3.The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter “L” or coloured red.

GREEN AND

YELLOW (“E”)

BLUE (“N”) Connection to a typical 13 amp plug

BROWN (“L”)

CABLE CLAMP.

For the Republic of Ireland only

The information given in respect of Great Britain will frequently apply, but a third type of plug and socket is also used, the 2-pin, side earth type. In this case, the wire which is coloured GREEN AND YELLOW must be connected to the EARTH contact, and the other two wires to the two pins, irrespective of colour. The supply to the socket must be fitted with a 16 amp fuse.

If the plug and the wall socket do not comply, have the socket replaced by a qualified electrician. He should also check that the section of the socket wires can withstand the power absorbed by the appliance. The use of adapters, multiple sockets and extension cords is not advisable.

If absolutely necessary, use simple or multiple adapters and extension cords in compliance with local safety regulations paying attention not to exceed the maximum amperage, which is marked on the simple adaptors and on extension cords and that of the total power marked on the multiple adapters.

When the appliance is connected, the following devices switch on:

Freezer compartment

-The green luminous switch ý, if it is in the on position.

-The red alarm/pilot lamp e. It will remain alight until the correct storage temperature has been reached (see chapter “Adjusting the temperature of the freezer compartment”). This pilot lamp switches on when:

a) the door of the freezer compartment has been left open for a long time

b) the appliance has been loaded with fresh foods to be frozen

c) the interior temperature is not correct.

-The yellow luminous fast freeze switch d, if this is in the on position.

Refrigerator compartment

- The interior light, if the door is opened and the temperature selector knob c is not on position x (temporaneous interruption of operation).

After selection of the temperatures as indicated in the relevant chapters, three hours approx. are required in the freezer compartment to reach the correct storage temperatures and a short time is required in the refrigerator compartment to reach the correct storage temperatures.

ADJUSTING TEMPERATURES IN THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

The temperature is controlled by the thermostat knob (Fig. 1 - c). At an ambient temperature included between +20oC and +25oC, and a normal load of foods, we suggest you ad-

just the thermostat knob to position 3.

If you need colder temperatures in the compartment turn the thermostat knob to the higher settings, position 4 - 5. Contrarily if the temperature in the compartment is too cold, turn the knob to the lower settings, position 2 - 1.

We remind you that internal temperatures are affected by the location of the appliance, the temperature of the surrounding air and the frequency of door opening.

The setting of the thermostat may have to be varied to allow for these factors. The operation of the refrigerator compartment may be interrupted turning the thermostat knob c to symbol x.

ADJUSTING TEMPERATURES IN THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT

The temperature is adjusting with the thermostat knob (Fig. 1 ü), situated on the control panel. In normal ambient conditions (ambient temperature included between +20oC and +25oC), we suggest you turn the knob to position 3.

This position allows you to obtain the ideal -18oC storage temperature for frozen foods for a long time, with the less energy consumption. If the interior temperature is colder or warmer than -18oC, adjust the thermostat control knob to position 1 or to position 5 respectively. We remind you that internal temperatures are affected by the location of the appliance, the temperature of the surrounding air and the frequency of door opening. The setting of the thermostat may have to be varied to allow for these factors. The operation of the freezer compartment may be interrupted by pressing switch ý (green light off).

USE OF THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT (Fig. 8)

All items stored in the refrigerator compartment should be wrapped in alluminium or plastic sheeting or kept in a covered container. This prevents food from becoming dry on the surface and stops strong smells and flavours being transferred from one food to another. The coldest section of the refrigerator compartment is immediately above the crisper drawer. Different foods are best stored in the positions indicated hereafter.

Meats; sausages, fish, etc. These should be stored on the shelf nearest the crisper.

Cooked foods, pies, jellies, etc; these should be stored on the top grids.

Eggs, cheese and dairy produces; these should be stored in the refrigerator compartment door.

Fruits and vegetables: store in the crisper drawer. Canned food: once the can has been opened, transfer unused food into a non-metallic container.

Important: Do not place foodstuffs or containers against the rear wall. Store foods so as to permit free circulation of air. Do not line the shelves with paper or plastic.

Allow cooked food to cool before storing in the refrigerator compartment.

DEFROSTING

Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic: the defrost water is conveyed into a tray on the compressor casing situated at the rear of the appliance, where it evaporates thanks to the heat produced during the operation.

USE OF THE LOW TEMPERATURE COMPARTMENT (Fig. 8)

In the freezer compartment, marked by the çsymbol, it is possible to freeze-in fresh or cooked foods, to produce ice cubes and to store commercially frozen foods. The maximum storage volume is obtained removing the basket and positioning the foods directly on the refrigerating grids.

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