Whirlpool ART 364/A, FR238A, ARL 703/LH, TD 455, DDE-232 I User Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE 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 APPLIANCE
Your new appliance is designed to be used in
the household and similar applications such as:
- kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments
- farm houses
- by clients in hotels, motels, residences, bed & breakfasts.
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.
After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is
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not damaged and that the door closes properly. Any damage must be reported to the dealer within 24 hours of delivery of the appliance. Wait at least two hours before switching the
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appliance on in order to ensure that the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient. Installation and electrical connection must be
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carried out by a qualified technician according to the manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance with local safety regulations. Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.
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SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
1.Packaging
The packing material is 100% recyclable and bears the recycling symbol. For disposal, comply with 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 health.
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 with low environmental. Caution is required, however, since isobutane is flammable. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that refrigerant pipelines 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 installed 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, well ventilated
place. The appliance is designed to operate in areas 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.
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 or 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 upline of the socket.
(°C)
Amb. temp.
(°F)
SAFETY
Do not use the appliance to store aerosol cans
or receptacles containing propellants or flammable substances.
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 since they may burst.
The Manufacturer declines any liability if the above advice and precautions are not respected.
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