Whirlpool GTEA 3800/1, GTEA 305 OPTIMA-1, GTEA 3000-1, GTEA 195 OPTIMA-1, GTEA 2500-1 User Manual

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Instructions for use

Before using the freezer Safeguarding the environment

Precautions and general recommendations Installation

Appliance operation guide Food storage

Freezing food

How to defrost the freezer Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting guide After-Sales Service Electrical connection

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Before using the freezer

The appliance is designed to operate at limited ambient temperatures, dictated by the appliance climatic category specified on the data plate:

SN,N	up to 32°C
ST	up to 38°C
T	up to 43°C

Only use the freezer for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes.

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

Keep this handbook for future consultation.

•After unpacking the appliance, check for damage. Any damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance.

Safeguarding the environment

1.	Packing		2.	Appliance:
•	The packaging material is		•	The freezer is made of
	entirely recyclable, and			recyclable material. Dispose
	marked with the recycling			of the appliance in
	symbol	.		conformity with local
	Follow local regulations for			environmental regulations.
•	scrapping.		•	Make the appliance
	Keep the packaging			unusable by cutting off the
	materials (plastic bags,			power cord. The appliance
	polystyrene parts, etc.) out			must be delivered to an
	of reach of children, as they			authorised collection centre
	are potentially dangerous.			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 rear of the appliance.

•Following installation, wait at least 2 hours without moving the appliance before connecting it to the mains supply in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient.

•Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, see "Installation".

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Precautions and general recommendations

•Do not cover or obstruct the air vent of the appliance.

•Do not store liquids in glass containers in the freezer: risk of bursting.

•Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer: risk of “cold” burns.

•Do not allow children to play or hide inside the freezer: risk of becoming trapped inside and suffocating.

•Keep the keys in a separate place and out of reach of children: risk of children becoming locked inside the appliance.

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

•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 authorised person.

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

•Frost formation on the upper edges and interior walls of the appliance is a natural phenomenon and will not affect the performance of the freezer.

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 having 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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Installation

•Unpack the appliance and ensure that the various elements (plastic bags, polystyrene pieces, etc.) are well out of the reach of children.

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

•Important: two of the four protection pieces (A) used to protect the lid during transport must be placed in the seats provided on the plastic supports for the condenser, located at the rear of the product (E).

This is necessary in order to ensure the correct distance of the appliance from the wall.

•Remove the packaging from the bottom (B) of the freezer.

•The lid will not open while the appliance is working to reach the correct temperature (for approx. 1 hour).

•Ensure the defrost water drainage plug is correctly positioned (C).

•Ensure the lid seal is not damaged or deformed: to right any deformation, warm the seal with a hair dryer.

•Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, ensure that the voltage corresponds to that given on the data plate (D).

•After the freezer has been installed, check that it is not resting on the mains cable.

•Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated place. Avoid installation near a source of heat or in direct sunlight.

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

•Fit the accessories.

Electrical connection

•Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local regulations.

•Data regarding voltage and absorbed power are given on the rating plate on the rear of the appliance (D).

•Regulations require that the appliance is earthed. The manufacturer declines all liability for injury to persons or animals and for damage to property resulting from failure to observe the above procedures and reminders.

•If the plug and socket are not of the same type, have the socket replaced by a qualified electrician.

•Do not use extension leads or adaptors.

Disconnecting the appliance

•Electrical disconnection must be possible either by unplugging the appliance or by means of a double-pole switch located upline from the socket.

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