Whirlpool KG304A IO PRODUCT SHEET

A. Refrigerator Compartment

1. Filter in fan

2. Thermostat / light unit

3. Shelves / Shelf area

4. Cooler compartment (best for meat and fish)

5. Rating plate with commercial name

6. Fruits and vegetables crisper

7. Crisper divider

8. Reversibility kit

9. Egg tray

10. Separator

11. Door trays
B. Freezer Compartment

12. Storage zones for frozen food items ( basket or flap)
12a. "Eco green" basket (only in models with ECO

GREEN function)

13. Ice tray and/or cold accumulator

14. Bottom basket (freezing zone)

15. Door seals

16.

The freezer door trays for pizza or other frozen food
with a short storage time (2** storage compartment).

Anti-bacterial protection (depending on the model):

- Antibacterial filter in the fan (1)

- Antibacterial additives in the Crisper (6)

- Door seals are made of material able to inhibit bacterial
growth (15).

Freezer using:

- The freezer compartment can be used without the
baskets / flap (with the exception of the bottom basket)
to increase storage and for large food. Place the food
directly on the racks.
After inserting food, ensure that the freezer
compartment door closes properly.

Notes:

- Depending on the model the number and type of
accessories may vary.

- In case of power failure the cold accumulator helps to
keep optimal storage temperature longer.

- All shelves and door trays are removable.

- The internal temperatures of the appliance depend on
the ambient temperature, frequency of opening the
doors, as well as location of the appliance. Temperature
setting must consider these factors.

- The appliance accessories are not suitable for washing in
dishwasher.

ORGANIZING MAT (depending on the model)

The Organizing Mat is a mat
designed to better organize the
space on the shelf, and to
provide a soft-touch experience
when loading heavy items on the
shelf. Some slots could also be
used to host bottles (horizontally
positioned). In order to remove it (for cleaning purpose,
or to use it on top of another shelf), first remove the shelf
where it is currently placed. The mat is dishwashable.

NET SHELF (depending on the model)

The Net Shelf is the net which
can be used to store little items
directly under the glass shelf,
taking full advantage of this
space. Pull down the net shelf
(using the lip on the front) to
load/unload it.
The net is flexible: do not stress it by loading it with bulky
or heavy items. Maximum weight allowed: 2 kg.
To remove the net (for cleaning purpose, or to use it
under another shelf), you have to first remove the glass
shelf under which the net is currently placed. The net
shelf is dishwashable.

HOW TO START THE APPLIANCE

Fit the spacers (if supplied) on the
upper part of the condenser at the
rear of the appliance.
After plugging the appliance to the
mains, it starts the operation
automatically.
After starting the appliance, wait at least 4-6 hours before
placing food into the appliance .

Note:

• If food is placed in the refrigerator before the appliance
has cooled completely, it may deteriorate.

ECO GREEN FUNCTION
(depending on the model)

This function gives best food preservation
performance with the smallest energy
consumption possible (around 5-10% less in
comparison with the normal settings) if there is
lower amount of food to be preserved in the
appliance.
The best food preservation conditions when
ECO function is activated are in the ECO
compartments:

- 2 "eco green" shelves in the fridge (with green
frames)

- 1 "eco green" basket in freezer compartment
To select the function turn the ECO symbol on the knob
of the regulator.

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FAN (depending on the model)

The fan improves temperature distribution inside the
refrigerator compartment, allowing better preservation of
stored food

Important:
Do not obstruct the air intake area with food items.
The fan will run ONLY when the compressor is in
operation.

Fan with a button

To switch on or switch off the fan press the button (1a).
It is advisable to activate the fan when the ambient air
temperature is over 27 ÷ 28°C or if you perceive drops
of water on the glass shelves or in the severe humidity
conditions.
Fan switched on improves cooling conditions. To keep
preferable appliances setting, having the fan switched on,
there may be a need to adjust the thermostat.
If fridge is too cold the fan can be switched off.

Important:
Remember to turn off the fan when there is a lower
ambient air temperature.

Fan without a button

An electric system automatically turn on and turn off the
fan.
If the appliance has the fan it can be equipped with the
filter.
Remove it from the box (found in the crisper drawer
(item 6) and insert into the cover of fan (item 1b).
The replacement procedure is attached with the filter.

FRIDGE/FREEZER COMPARTMENT
CONTROLS

A. Thermostat knob
B. Light button
C. Thermostat setting indicator
D. Light bulb ((max power the

light bulb is given on the light
cover)

The thermostat adjusts temperature in both
compartments.

Thermostat set to 1/MIN: low cooling intensity
Thermostat set between 1/MIN and 7/MAX : cooling
intensity can be adjusted according to the preferences.
Thermostat set to 7/MAX: maximum refrigeration

intensity.

For the best food conservation 3-5/ MED position is
recommended.
Thermostat set to • : cooling and lighting off.
Thermostat set to ECO GREEN : ECO function active.

FREEZING FRESH FOOD

Place the fresh food to be frozen into the bottom basket.
Avoid direct contact with already frozen food.
To freeze the quantity of food shown on the rating plate,
rotate the thermostat knob towards a slightly warmer
position just before fresh food insertion (for example, in
case of numbers, if chosen set value is 4 move it back to
3,5).
After 24 hours the food will be frozen. Move back the
thermostat knob to the previous position.

REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB

Before replacing the bulb, remove the power plug from
the mains socket.
To remove the light bulb turn anticlockwise as shown in
figure .

DEFROSTING THE FREEZER
COMPARTMENT

The freezer should be defrosted once
or twice a year or when excessive frost
is present (3 mm thickness).
The formation of frost is normal.
The amount and rate at which frost
accumulates depends on room conditions and how
often the door is open.

To defrost the unit, switch off the freezer compartment or
the whole appliance, depending on the model, and
remove all food products.
Leave the freezer door open to allow the frost to melt.
For appliances in figure only pull out the defrost water
drain and place a container under the drain.
When the operation is completed, put back the defrost
water drain.
Clean the inside of the freezer. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Switch the freezer compartment, or the whole appliance,
back on and store the food inside.

DEFROSTING THE REFRIGERATOR
Refrigerator compartment defrosting is
completely automatic.

Droplets of water on the rear wall inside the
refrigerator compartment indicate that the
automatic defrost phase is in progress. The defrost
water is automatically run into a drain hole and
collected in a container, where it evaporates.

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