Whirlpool KRIF 2209/A User Manual
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE USING THE REFRIGERATOR
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR
COMPARTMENT
HOW TO USE THE MEAT/FISH BOX
HOW TO CLEAN THE REFRIGERATOR
COMPARTMENT
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
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BEFORE USING THE REFRIGERATOR
Your new appliance is a combined fridge-freezer
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exclusively for domestic use.
The
freezer compartment
used for freezing fresh and cooked food, making
ice cubes, and storing frozen and deep-frozen
food;
this compartment must be defrosted
manually.
which has an
for the storage of fresh food and beverages.
To get the most out of your new appliance,
read the user handbook thoroughly. The
handbook contains a description of the
appliance and useful tips for storing food.
The
refrigerator compartment,
automatic defrost feature
can be
, is used
Keep this handbook for future consultation.
After unpacking the appliance, make sure that the
1.
doors shut properly.
Any damage must be reported to your dealer
within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance.
Wait at least two hours without moving the
2.
appliance before switching on. This will give
the refrigerant circuit time to settle and
operate efficiently.
Installation of the appliance and electrical
3.
connections must be carried out by a qualified
electrician, in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and local regulations.
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.
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 appliance
2. Appliance
The appliance is made using recyclable materials.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with
local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the
power cord. The appliance must be delivered to
an authorised collection centre for the recovery of
refrigerant gas.
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
• Use the
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• Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the ice
• Before servicing or cleaning the appliance, unplug
refrigerator compartment
storing fresh food and beverages and use the
freezer compartment
food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes.
Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the
appliance.
Do not store liquids in glass containers in the
freezer compartment - danger of bursting.
Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after
taking them out of the freezer compartment - risk
of “cold” burns.
Do not allow children to play or hide inside the
appliance - risk of becoming trapped and
suffocating.
packs.
it from the mains or disconnect the electrical
power supply.
only for storing frozen
only for
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).
This appliance is designed, built and sold in
compliance with:
• the safety provisions 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 efficiency requirements of Directive 96/57/EEC.
Information
Appliances with Isobutane (R600a)
Isobutane is a naturally occurring, low environmental
impact gas. Caution is required, however, because
Isobutane is flammable. Therefore, it is essential to
ensure that refrigerant pipelines are not damaged.
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HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR
COMPARTMENT
Switching on the appliance
Plug in the appliance.
1.
The appliance switches on, the
2.
comes into operation, with button (D) alight. The refrigerator
compartment temperature is factory set to 5°C.
An acoustic alarm sounds if the door is left open for more
than 2 minutes. To mute the alarm, close the door
(see section “Refrigerator door open alarm” in this chapter).
Temperature adjustment for refrigerator
compartment
To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment,
proceed as follows:
press button (A) °C to increase the temperature;
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press button (A) °C to lower the temperature;
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Note:
Room temperature, frequency of door opening, the introduction
of hot food and incorrect positioning of the appliance can affect the
internal temperature of the refrigerator, which may differ from
that indicated on the panel.
Switching off the appliance:
If the appliance is not to be used for a prolonged period, it can be
switched off by pressing button (C).
Although connected to the power supply, the appliance is
effectively deactivated, with the interior light switched off and all
LEDs off except the red LED associated with button (C). To
switch the appliance on again, press button (C).
Refrigerator door open alarm:
If the refrigerator door is left open accidentally, the interior light
with flash on and off to warn the user. The alarm is activated when
the refrigerator door has been open for 2 minutes and stops when
the door is closed.
How to use the refrigerator compartment
Position the food as shown in the figure.
Cooked food
A.
Fish, meat
B.
Fruit and vegetables
C.
Bottles
D.
Butter
E.
Dairy products, cheese
F.
Notes:
The space between the shelves and the rear wall of the
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refrigerator compartment must be unobstructed to allow
circulation of air.
Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the
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refrigerator compartment.
Do not place hot food in the refrigerator or freezer.
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Store liquids in closed containers.
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Storing vegetables with a high water content can cause
condensation to form: this will not affect the correct operation of
the appliance.
“MEAT and FISH”
box
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