Whirlpool DPS 2650, CFS 310 S, DP 144, DP 125 LAD, DP140 LAD User Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

BEFORE USING THE REFRIGERATOR 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 REFRIGERATOR

Your new appliance is exclusively for domestic

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use. The

freezer compartment

used for freezing fresh and cooked food, making ice cubes, and storing frozen and deepfrozen food;

procedure The refrigerator compartment, which has an automatic defrost feature,

storage of fresh food and beverages.

To get the most out of your new appliance, read the user handbook thoroughly. The handbook contains a description of the appliance and useful tips for storing food.

defrosting is a manual

can be

is used for the

Keep this handbook for future consultation.

After unpacking the appliance, check for

damage and make sure that the door shuts properly. Any damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance.

2. Wait at least two hours without moving the appliance before switching on. This will give the refrigerant circuit time to settle and operate efficiently.

Installation of the appliance and electrical

connections must be carried out by a qualified electrician, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and local regulations.

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

1. Packing

The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and marked with the recycling symbol. Follow local regulations for scrapping. Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous.

2. Appliance

The appliance is made using recyclable materials. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cord. The appliance must be delivered to an authorised collection centre for the recovery of refrigerant gas.

Information:

This appliance does not contain CFCs (replaced with R134a) or HFCs (replaced with R600a – Isobutane). For more information, refer to the identification data plate affixed to the appliance

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Use the

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refrigerator compartment

storing fresh food and beverages and use the

freezer compartment

food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes. Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the appliance. Do not store liquids in glass containers in the freezer compartment - danger of bursting. Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer compartment - risk of “cold” burns. Do not allow children to play or hide inside the appliance - risk of becoming trapped and suffocating.

only for storing frozen

only for

• Before servicing or cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply.

The power cable may only be replaced by an

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authorised person.

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)

Appliances with Isobutane (R600a)

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

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HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

This appliance is a refrigerator with a start freezer compartment.

Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic.

The refrigerator can operate at ambient temperatures between +10°C and +38°C. 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:

For correct operation and optimum storage of food,

1. instructions given in the enclosed product sheet for thermostat adjustment.

To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment,

turn the thermostat control knob:

• lowest/MIN

temperatures;

• highest/MAX

temperatures.

Thermostat set to ●: 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 the

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refrigerator compartment must be unobstructed to allow circulation of air. Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the

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

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Store liquids in closed containers.

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Storing vegetables with a high water content can result in

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condensation in the crisper drawer: this will not affect the correct operation of the appliance.

numbers for the

LEAST COLD

COLDEST

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