Whirlpool FID-21/F, FID-25/F INSTRUCTION FOR USE

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Please install the temperature indicator (provided with the instructions manual) with utmost care
according to instructions.
If the indicator is not provided, please request one from your distributor.

COLDEST ZONE INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR

The symbol at the side indicates the coldest zone
in the refrigerator.

The coldest zone goes from the glass shelf of the
crisper drawer at the bottom of the refrigerator
to the symbol or rack positioned at the same
height.

To maintain the temperature in this zone, be
careful not to change the position of the rack.

There is no coldest zone symbol in refrigerators provided with a fan and No-Frost
refrigerators as the internal temperature is uniform.

TEMPERATURE INDICATOR INSTALLATION

For optimum temperature adjustment, the refrigerator is provided with a temperature indicator
(supplied together with the user instructions) to allow you to control the average temperature in the
coldest zone.
To install the temperature indicator, proceed as indicated in the following illustrations.

IMPORTANT. The indicator is designed to operate with this refrigerator only. Do not use it
with any other refrigerator (the coldest zone is not the same) or for any other use.

TEMPERATURE INDICATOR: HOW TO INSTALL IT INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR

To position the temperature indicator correctly, fit it above the mark provided, making sure that the
appliance wall is clean and dry.
For refrigerators with a low temperature compartment (see instructions manual), the temperature
indicator must be positioned inside the compartment itself.

CHECKING THE TEMPERATURE IN THE COLDEST ZONE

 After installing the temperature indicator, you can carry out regular checks to ensure the

temperature in the coldest zone is correct and, if necessary, adjust the thermostat as indicated in
the user instructions (chapter temperature adjustment).
The internal temperature of the refrigerator depends on various factors such as the ambient
temperature of the room, the amount of food stored and the frequency of door opening. These
factors should be taken into account when setting the appliance.

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To maintain a correct temperature inside the
appliance, check that the indicator is always
green.
If the indicator turns black, the temperature is too
high; in this case, increase the thermostat setting

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Correct setting Temperature too

COMPLIANCE WITH FOOD HYGIENE REGULATIONS

Clean the inside of the refrigerator frequently using a mild detergent that does not oxidize metal parts,
then rinse with a solution of water and lemon juice or white vinegar or any disinfectant product that is
suitable for the refrigerator.
Remove all packaging before putting food in the refrigerator (for example, cardboard sleeves of yogourt
cartons).

Follow these easy tips to avoid cross contamination and incorrect food storage:

Wrap food products separately to avoid cross contamination.
Wash your hands before touching food and several times during preparation of dishes that entail
handling various foodstuffs one after another, and of course afterwards, before eating, in accordance
with health and hygiene standards.
Do not use cooking utensils again (wooden spoon, chopping board) if they have not been washed after
use.
Wait for cooked food to cool completely before storing (e.g. soup).
To prevent temperature increases inside the refrigerator, limit the frequency of door opening and in
any case do not leave it open for any longer than is strictly necessary.
Arrange the food leaving sufficient space around it for the air to circulate.

STORING FOODSTUFFS IN THE REFRIGERATOR

 Store each foodstuff in the most appropriate zone:

TEMPERATE

ZONE

COOL ZONE

COLDEST

ZONE

high, adjust the
thermostat

and wait for 12 hours before checking the
indicator again.
Wh en fr es h f ood ha s b ee n i nt ro du ce d o r t he do or
has been left open for some time, it is normal for
the indicator to turn black.

Temperate zone:

and home-made sauces, cooked cheeses, fresh
fruit and vegetables.

Cool zone:

milk, fatty foods, fresh cheeses.

Coldest zone:

cooked food, mixed salads, desserts made with
eggs or cream, fresh pasta, tart/pie/pizza dough,
fresh products and cheeses made with raw milk,
ready to use vegetables sold in plastic bags and in
general all fresh products that have a best before
date associated with a storage temperature
below or equal to +4°C.

Dairy products, desserts made with

Meat, poultry, fish, cold meats,

Beverages, butter, industrial

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