Whirlpool GT225, GT287 PROGRAM CHART

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

1.Lid handle.

2.Lock (if provided).

3.Seal.

4.Divider (if provided).

5.Defrost water drain plug.

6.Control panel.

7.Side motor cooling grille.

8.Upper edge.

9.Condenser (located at the rear)

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

INSTALLATION

•Please refer to the chapter “BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE”.

•Unpack the appliance.

•Remove the 4 protection pieces inserted between lid and appliance.

•Warning: two of the four protection pieces must be fitted in the seat of the condenser plastic supports, located at the rear of the product.

This is necessary to ensure the correct distance from the wall.

•Ensure that the defrosting water drainage plug (if provided) is correctly positioned (5).

•For best operation of the appliance and in order to avoid damage when the lid is opened, leave a space of at least 7 cm from the rear wall and 7 cm at the sides.

•Fit the accessories (if provided).

1.Temperature adjustment thermostat.

2.Red LED (if provided): Indicates that the appliance temperature is not sufficiently low.

3.Green LED (if provided): indicates that the appliance is on.

4.Yellow/orange illuminated button (if provided): activates/deactivates the fast freeze function. It lights up when the fast freeze function is active.

The exact configuration of the controls may vary according to the model.

Switching on the appliance

•The appliance is factory set for optimum operation at a temperature of -18°C.

•Plug in the appliance.

•The green LED lights up (if provided).

•Also the red LED (if provided) will switch on because the temperature inside the appliance is not yet sufficiently low for food storage. The red LED will normally switch off within the first six hours after the appliance is switched on.

•After connecting the appliance to the mains supply and when the optimal temperature has been reached (this phase takes about 1 hour during which the lid will not open), ensure that the fast freeze button is not pressed (the yellow LED, if provided, is off)

•Place food inside the product only when the red LED (if provided) has switched off.

•Thanks to the efficient lid seal, the appliance lid will not re-open easily immediately after closing.

Wait a few minutes before re-opening the lid of the appliance.

Temperature Adjustment

Use the thermostat to select the ideal storage temperature. To adjust the internal temperature, proceed as follows:

•Turn the thermostat knob to 1 for a storage temperature that is less cold.

•Turn the thermostat knob to 6 / for a colder storage temperature.

•When the appliance is only partially full, it is advisable to set the thermostat to lower positions (towards “E”, if indicated on the thermostat scale).

	BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE				2. Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance
	Your new appliance is designed exclusively for domestic use				on in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully
	and for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making				efficient.
	ice cubes.				3. Installation of the appliance and electrical connections
	Regulations require that the appliance is earthed.				must be carried out by a qualified electrician,
	The manufacturer declines all liability for injury to				in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and
	persons or animals and for damage to property				local safety regulations.
	resulting from failure to observe the above procedures				4. Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.
	and reminders.				• Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply,
	1. After unpacking, make sure that the appliance is				ensure that the voltage corresponds to that given on the
	undamaged and that the lid closes perfectly tight.				rating plate located on the rear of the appliance.
	Any damage must be reported to your dealer within				• Electrical connections must be made in accordance
	24 hours after delivery of the appliance.				with local regulations.
	FREEZING FOOD				Freezing fresh food
	Preparation of fresh food for freezing				• Place foods to be frozen in direct
	• Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium				contact with the walls of
	foil, cling film, air and water-tight plastic bags, polyethylene				appliance:
	containers with lids, provided they are suitable for freezing				A) - foods to be frozen,
	foods.				B) - foods already frozen.			A
	• Food must be fresh, mature and of prime quality in order				• Avoid placing foods to be frozen
	to obtain high quality frozen food.				in direct contact with food			B
	• Fresh vegetables and fruit should preferably be frozen as				already frozen.
	soon as they are picked to maintain the full original				• For best and fastest freezing,
	nutritional value, consistency, colour and flavour.				foods should be split into small
	• Always leave hot food to cool before placing in the				portions; this will also be useful
	appliance.				when the frozen items are to
					be used.
					1. At least 24 hours before storing fresh food in the
					appliance, press the fast freeze button. For appliances
					without this button, turn the thermostat to			.
								appliance
					2. Place the food to be frozen and keep the lid of the
					closed for 24 hours. At the end of this period, switch off the
					fast freeze button (if provided).
	FOOD STORAGE				• Once at home, place the frozen foods immediately in the
	Refer to the table on the appliance (if provided)				appliance.
	Classification of frozen foods				• Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum.
	Put the frozen products MONTHS		FOOD		Respect the best-before date on the package.
	into the appliance and				• Always observe the storage information on the package.
	classify them; The				Note:
	storage date should be				Eat fully or partially defrosted foods immediately.
	indicated on the packs,				Do not refreeze unless the food is cooked after it has
	to allow use within				thawed. Once cooked, the thawed food can be
	expiry dates.				refrozen.
	Advice for storing				If there is a long power failure:
	frozen food				• Do not open the appliance lid except to place ice
	When purchasing				packs (if provided) over the frozen foods on the right
	frozen food products:				and left of the appliance. This will slow down the rise
	• Make sure that the package is intact (frozen food in				in temperature.
	damaged packaging may have deteriorated). If the package

is swollen or has damp patches, it may not have been stored under optimal conditions and defrosting may have already begun.

• When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS

•After installation, make sure that the appliance is not standing on the power supply cable.

•Do not store glass containers with liquids in the appliance since they may burst.

•Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the appliance since they may cause cold burns.

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

•Do not install the appliance in places exposed to direct sunlight or near heat sources in order to avoid increasing power consumption.

•Do not store or use petrol or other flammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

•Install the appliance in a perfectly horizontal position, on a floor strong enough to take its weight and in an area suitable for its size and use.

•Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated place. The appliance is set for operation at specific ambient

temperature ranges, according to the climatic class indicated on the data plate located at the rear of the product:

The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long period at a temperature above or below the indicated range.

•If the appliance is left empty for short periods, it is preferable not to switch it off.

•Be careful not to damage the floors when you move the appliance (e.g. parquet flooring).

•Do not use mechanical devices or any means other than those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up the defrosting process.

•Do not use electrical appliances inside the product, unless such appliances are specifically recommended by the manufacturer.

•This appliance is not designed for use by young children or the infirm.

•To avoid the risk of children being trapped and therefore suffocating, do not allow them to play or hide inside the appliance.

•The power cable may only be replaced by an authorized person.

•Do not use extension leads or adapters.

•It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains by unplugging it or by means of a two-pole switch fitted upline of the socket.

•Ensure that the voltage indicated on the appliance data plate corresponds to the domestic supply voltage.

•Do not ingest the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (if provided).

•Restrict the number of times you open the lid.

DEFROSTING THE APPLIANCE

The appliance should be defrosted when the thickness of ice on the walls reaches 5-6 mm.

•Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply.

•Remove the packs of food from the appliance and wrap them close together in newspaper and store in a very cool place or thermally insulated bag.

•Leave the appliance lid open.

•Remove the internal defrost water drain plug (depending on model).

•Remove the external defrost water drain plug (depending on model) and reposition it as shown in the figure.

•Place a bowl beneath the drainage channel to collect the residual water. If available, use the divider.

•Speed up defrosting by using a spatula to detach the ice from the appliance walls.

•Remove the ice from the bottom of the appliance.

•In order to avoid permanent damage to the appliance interior, do not use pointed or sharp metal instruments for removing the ice.

•Do not use abrasive products or heat up the interior artificially.

•Dry the interior of the appliance thoroughly.

•On completion of the defrosting, refit the plug.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

•Remove the ice from the upper edge (see the Troubleshooting Guide).

•Clean the inside after defrosting, using a sponge dampened with warm water and/or mild detergent.

•Clean the side motor cooling grille (depending on model).

•Remove dust from the condenser on the rear of the appliance.

Before carrying out maintenance, unplug the appliance. Do not use abrasive products, scourers or stain-removers (e.g. acetone, trichloroethylene) to clean the appliance.

To obtain the best results from your appliance, carry out cleaning and maintenance at least once a year.

CHANGING THE LID LIGHT BULB

(IF PROVIDED)

•Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply.

•Remove the diffuser by following the sequence of steps shown in the figure.

•Unscrew the light bulb and

replace it with an identical bulb of the same wattage and voltage.

•Refit the diffuser and plug in the appliance.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

1.The red LED (if provided) remains alight.

• Is there a power failure?

• Is defrosting in progress?

• Is the appliance lid properly closed?

• Is the appliance positioned near a heat source?

• Is the thermostat setting correct?

• Are the ventilation grille and condenser clean?

2.The appliance is too noisy.

•Is the appliance perfectly horizontal?

•Is the appliance in contact with other furniture or objects that may cause vibrations?

•Has the packaging been removed from under the appliance? Note: Gurgling noises from the refrigerating circuit after the compressor cuts out are perfectly normal.

3.The green LED (if provided) is off and the appliance is not working.

•Is there a power failure?

•Is the plug properly inserted in the socket?

•Is the electric cable intact?

4.The green LED (if provided) is off and the appliance is working.

•The green LED is not working. Contact the After Sales Service for a replacement.

5. The compressor runs continuously.

•Have hot foods been put in the appliance?

•Has the appliance lid been left open for a long time?

•Is the appliance positioned in a very warm room or near heat sources?

•Is the thermostat setting correct?

•Has the fast freeze function (depending on model) been pressed by mistake?

6. Too much ice on the upper edge.

•Are the defrost water drainage plugs correctly positioned?

•Is the appliance lid properly closed?

•Is the appliance lid seal damaged or deformed? (See chapter “Installation”)

•Have the 4 protection pieces been removed? (See chapter “Installation”)

7.Condensation forms on the external walls of the appliance

•It is normal for condensation to form under certain atmospheric conditions (humidity above 85%) or if the appliance is located in a damp or poorly ventilated room. The performance of the appliance is in no way affected.

8.The layer of ice on the internal walls of the appliance is not uniform.

• This phenomenon is quite normal.

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.

AFTER-SALES SERVICE

Before contacting After-Sales Service:

1.See if you can solve the problem yourself.

2.Switch the appliance on again to see if the problem has been solved. If it has not, disconnect the appliance from the power supply and wait for about an hour before switching on again.

3.If the problem persists after this course of action, contact After-Sales Service.

2. Scrapping

The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material . This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you can help prevent potential damaging consequences for the environment and human health.

The symbol on the appliance, or on the accompanying documents, indicates that this appliance should not be treated as household waste, but must taken instead to a suitable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

Before scrapping, make the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside the appliance.

Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. Deliver the appliance immediately to an authorized dump; do not leave it unattended even for a few days, since it is potentially dangerous for children. For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your competent local authority, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the appliance.

Information:

This appliance does not contain CFCs (replaced with R134a) or HFCs (replaced with R600a).

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.

Declaration of conformity

•This appliance is designed to store food and is manufactured in conformity with European Directive 90/128/EEC, 02/72/EEC and Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004

•Thisappliance is designed, manufactured, and retailed in compliance with:

-the safety objectives of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC;

-the protection requirements of the "EMC" Directive 89/336/EEC amended by Directive 93/68/EEC.

•The electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed if the product is connected to an approved earth connection.

Specify:

•the nature of the fault,

•the model,

•the service number (the number after the word SERVICE on the rating plate on the rear of the appliance)

•your full address,

•your telephone number and area code.