Whirlpool KVA 1300/1, KRA 1408, KRA SYMPHONY 55, KVA 1409/1, KVA 1600 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 operate the low temperature
compartment
How to defrost and clean the refrigerator
Care and maintenance
Troubleshooting guide
After-sales service
Installation
Electrical connection
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Before using the refrigerator
Your new appliance is
exclusively for domestic use.
Use the
compartment
making ice cubes, storing
frozen and deep-frozen foods
and freezing fresh and cooked
foods (only in the compartment
marked ); defrosting
a manual procedure
refrigerator compartment
which has an
defrost feature
the storage of fresh food and
beverages.
low temperature
, if fitted, for
. The
automatic
, is used for
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.
Keep this handbook for
future consultation.
is
,
After unpacking the
1.
appliance, make sure that
the door shuts properly.
Any damage must be
reported to your dealer
within 24 hours after
delivery of the appliance.
2. Wait at least two hours
before connecting the
appliance to the power
supply in order to ensure
the refrigerant circuit is
fully efficient.
Installation of the appliance
3.
and electrical 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.
2. Appliance
The appliance is made using
recyclable materials. Dispose
of the appliance in
conformity with local
environmental regulations.
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
compartment
storing fresh foods and the
low temperature
compartment
making ice cubes, storing
frozen foods and freezing
fresh foods (only in the
compartment marked
Do not cover or obstruct the
air vents of the appliance.
Do not store liquids in glass
containers in the low
temperature compartment risk of bursting.
refrigerator
only for
only for
).
Do not eat ice cubes or ice
lollies immediately after
taking them out of the low
temperature compartment risk of "cold" burns.
Do not al low children to play
or hide inside the appliance risk of becoming trapped
and suffocating.
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.
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.
Declared performance
refers to freestanding
appliances, not built-in.
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).
Information:
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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How to operate the refrigerator compartment
Switching on the
appliance
Starting up the appliance
Plug in the appliance. When
the appliance is connected
to the mains, the inside
light switches on each time
the door is opened
(provided that the
thermostat is set to
The thermostat is used to
adjust the temperature of
both the refrigerator
compartment and low
temperature compartment
(if fitted).
Adjusting the
temperature
For correct operation and
1.
optimum storage of food,
follow instructions given
in the enclosed product
sheet for thermostat
adjustment.
To adjust the temperature in
2.
the compartment, turn the
thermostat control knob:
lowest
for the
internal temperatures;
numbers
MEDIUM
temperature;
highest
MAX
internal temperatures.
Thermostat set to
operation, no light.
numbers
LEAST COLD
3-4/MED
internal
numbers
for the
COLDEST
1-2/MIN
z
).
z
for a
5-7/
: no
Note:
The ambient air
temperature, frequency of
door opening and the
position of the appliance can
affect internal temperatures.
These factors must be taken
into account when setting
the thermostat.
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)
Cheese
E)
Notes:
The space between the
shelves and the rear wall of
the refrigerator
compartment must be
unobstructed to allow
circulation of air.
Do not place food in direct
contact with the rear wall of
the refrigerator
compartment.
Do not place hot food in the
refrigerator.
Store liquids in closed
containers.
Important
Storing vegetables with
high water content can
cause condensation to
form on the glass shelf
of the crisper drawer:
this will not affect the
correct operation of the
appliance.
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