Whirlpool ART 467/5 INSTRUCTION FOR USE
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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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CLEANING, SANITIZATION AND
MAINTENANCE OF THE ICE AND/OR
WATER DISPENSER
(if present)
Failure to follow the instructions regarding
sanitizing can compromise the hygienic safety
of the water dispensed.
• When using the appliance for the first time and
every time the filter is changed, discard the first
9-14 litres of water, equivalent to 6-7 minutes of
dispensing (not necessarily consecutive, but
before initial consumption) and discard the ice
produced in the first 24 hours.
• If the water dispenser has not been used for
more than 4/5 days, it is advisable to clean the
circuit and run off the first litre of water.
• Reposition the removable water dispenser (if
present), ensuring your hands are hygienically
clean.
• Clean the ice bucket or drawer regularly but
using only drinking water.
• The filter must be changed when indicated on
the control panel or when the ice/water
dispenser has not been used for more than 30
days.
• With each filter replacement, sanitise the ice
and/or water distribution system using a food
grade disinfectant (with sodium hypochlorite),
which does not alter the characteristics of the
materials, or use the "Sanitising Kit" available
from the After-Sales Service. Rinse with at least
2 litres of water before use.
• Only original spare parts supplied by the
manufacturer should be used when replacing
components in the ice and water dispenser.
• Any work on the appliance must be carried out
by a qualified technician or the After-sales
Service.
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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 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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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
Refrigerator Compartment
A. Fan and antibacterial and anti-odour filter
(depending on the model)
B. Thermostat unit with light
C. Shelves
D. Crisper cover
E. Crisper(s)
F. Rating plate (located at side of crisper)
M. Dairy compartment
N. Door trays
O. Bottle holder (if provided)
P. Bottle shelf
Least cold zone
Intermediate zone
Coldest zone
Fruit & vegetable zone
Freezer Compartment
G. Top drawer or door (frozen and deep-frozen
food storage zone)
H. Middle drawer (frozen and deep frozen food
storage zone)
I. Bottom drawer (freezing zone)
L. Ice cube tray (if provided)
Note: All shelves, door trays and racks are
removable.
The ideal food storage temperatures are already
factory-set
Read the instructions carefully before using the appliance.
Features, technical data and images may vary according to the model.
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Freezing fresh food
Place the fresh food to be frozen inside the freezer compartment.
To freeze the quantity of food indicated on the rating plate, place the food in the bottom drawer, making
sure it is not touching any already frozen food, and turn the thermostat knob half a setting to a lower
value (e.g. from 4 to 3.5).
Freezing will be complete after 24 hours: turn the thermostat knob back to setting used before freezing.
The fan is preset as DEACTIVATED.
It is advisable to activate the fan, by pressing the button on the base (as shown in
the figure), when the ambient air temperature goes above 27 ÷ 28°C or if there
are drops of water on the glass shelves or in case of high humidity.
To optimise energy consumption it is advisable to deactivate the fan
(as shown in the figure).
Refrigerator and freezer compartment
temperature
This Fridge/Freezer is switched on by operating
the thermostat unit inside the refrigerator
compartment.
The temperature of both compartments is
adjusted by turning the thermostat knob.
Thermostat to 1/2: minimum refrigeration
Thermostat from 3-5: medium refrigeration
Thermostat to 6/7: maximum refrigeration
Thermostat to •: refrigeration and light
are switched off.
Turning the thermostat knob to •switches off
the entire product.
Light bulb/LED bulb
Thermostat position
reference mark
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What to do if... Possible causes Cure
The appliance
doesn't work.
There may be an appliance power
supply problem.
Make sure:
• there is not a power failure
• the plug is properly inserted in the
power socket and the double-pole
switch (if present) is in the correct
position (on)
• the household electrical system
protection devices function
• the power cable is not broken.
• the thermostat knob is not
turned to "
•
"
The inside light
doesn't work.
The lamp may need replacing.
Disconnect the appliance from the
power supply, check the light bulb and, if
necessary, replace it with a new one (see
the section "Light bulb or LED
replacement"):
- traditional light bulb (25 W max.)
Light bulb
or
- LED bulb (with the same
characteristics), only available from the
After-Sales Service
LED bulb
The temperature
inside the
compartments isn't
low enough.
There could be various causes (see the
column "Cure").
Make sure:
• the doors are properly closed
• the appliance is not installed near a
heat source
• the temperature set is appropriate
• the circulation of air through the
ventilation grilles at the bottom of the
appliance is not obstructed.
Water on the
bottom of the
refrigerator
compartment.
The defrost water drain is obstructed.
Clean the defrost water drain hole (see
the section "Appliance maintenance and
cleaning")
The front edge of
the refrigerator is
hot at the door seal.
This is not a problem. It is a design
feature to prevent condensation from
forming.
No cure is necessary.
Note: Gurgling and hissing noises, caused by the refrigeration system, are normal.
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Always unplug the refrigerator before replacing any light bulbs, then follow the relevant instructions in
accordance with the type of lighting fitted in your appliance.
Only use bulbs of the same type, which can be requested from the After-Sales Service and authorised
dealers.
Lighting type 1)
1. Loosen the screws and take off the lamp cover.
2. The lamp has a bayonet bulb and needs to be pulled out, not
unscrewed, following the directions of the arrows as
indicated.
3. After the new bulb has been inserted, replace the lamp cover
and wait five minutes before plugging the appliance back in.
Lighting type 2)
To remove the light bulb, turn anticlockwise as shown in the figure.
Wait for 5 minutes before reconnecting the appliance.
Lighting type 3)
If the product has LED lighting which is in need of
replacing, contact the After-Sales Service for assistance.
LED lights last longer than normal bulbs, they illuminate
better and are more environmentally friendly
Clean the appliance regularly using a cloth and a solution of lukewarm
water and neutral detergent specifically formulated for refrigerator
interiors. Never use abrasive detergents. Clean inside the defrost water
drain outlet on the rear wall of the refrigerator (near the fruit and
vegetable crisper drawer) regularly, using the tool supplied with the
appliance so as to ensure defrost water is removed correctly (see figure).
Before all cleaning or maintenance procedures, unplug the appliance from
the mains or disconnect the electricity supply.
Connect the appliance to the mains power supply.
A beep may be emitted by some models, to indicate that the temperature alarm has intervened: press and
hold the button to switch off acoustic alarms. As applicable, insert the anti-bacterial/anti-odour filter into
the fan as indicated on the filter package.
Note: after switching on, the refrigerator needs approximately 4/5 hours to reach the correct
temperature for storing a normal fridge load of food.
FIRST USE
APPLIANCE MAINTENANCE
AND CLEANING
CHANGING THE BULB OR LED
(depending on the model)
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Unplug the appliance from the mains, then empty, defrost (if necessary) and clean it. Leave the doors ajar,
so that air can circulate inside the compartments. This will prevent the formation of mould and bad
odours.
WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS NOT IN USE
Keep the doors closed to allow the stored food to stay cold as long as possible. Do not refreeze partially
thawed food. If the blackout persists, the blackout alarm may sound (depending on the model).
DURING BLACKOUTS
The refrigerator compartment is designed for the storage of fresh food and beverages.
Refrigerator compartment defrosting is completely automatic.
Droplets of water on the rear wall of the compartment indicate that the periodic automatic defrost cycle
is in progress. The defrost water is automatically routed to a drain outlet and into a container from which
it evaporates.
Depending on the model, the appliance may have a special box ("Meat & Fish" or "Zero Degrees") which is
ideal for the storage of fresh meat and fish.
Important: refrigerator accessories must not be washed in a dishwasher.
Note: the ambient temperature, the door opening frequency and the position of the appliance may affect
temperatures inside the two compartments. Set the temperature in accordance with these factors.
Note: when there is a lot of moisture inside the refrigerator compartment and on the glass shelves in
particular, condensation may form. In this case, we recommend closing any liquid-filled containers (e.g.:
saucepans full of stock), wrapping foods with a high liquid content (e.g.: vegetables) and setting the
temperature to a warmer value.
Removing the crisper drawer (depending on the model)
If your product only has a crisper drawer, to facilitate its removal we recommend emptying (and, if
necessary, removing) the two lower door trays beforehand.
Fan and anti-bacterial/anti-odour filter (depending on the model)
The fan will ensure uniform air circulation inside the compartment, for improved food storage and excess
moisture reduction. Do not obstruct the fan inlet. The fan can be activated/deactivated manually (see
Quick Start Guide); when activated, it works automatically as necessary.
REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT
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