Whirlpool PLC216W INSTRUCTION FOR USE

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

INSTALLATION
BEFORE USING THE FREEZER
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT AND

CHILDREN
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
DEFROSTING
FREEZER BREAKDOWN
FAILURES
TECHNICAL DATA

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INSTALLATION

The freezer should be installed on a good firm
level surface and providing adequate air

Any floor unevenness should be corrected at
the time of installation.

circulation at the sides and rear of the cabinet.

BEFORE USING THE FREEZER

This information is provided in the interest of your
safety.

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Before operating the appliance, please read the
following instructions carefully, as they cover the
basic information for safety of installation,
operation and maintenance.

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Before using the freezer for the first time it is
recommended that you clean both the inside and
outside. Use luke warm water and a little
bicarbonate of soda. 1 teaspoon to 1.2 litres of
water.

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This appliance must only be used for its intended
purpose i.e. the storing and freezing of domestic
edible foodstuffs.

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT AND
CHILDREN

If you are discarding an old refrigeration product
with a lock or catch fitted to the lid/door, do not
allow young children to play or hide inside, ensure
that the appliance is left in a safe condition to
prevent them becoming trapped inside and
suffocating.

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Packing

The packing material is entirely recyclable, and
marked with the recyclable symbol. Follow local
regulations for disposal.

Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags,
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of childr en, a s
they are potentially dangerous.

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Appliance

The freezer is made of recyclable material. Dispose
of the appliance in conformity with local
environmental regulations.

Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the
mains lead. The appliance must be delivered to an
authorised collection centre for the recovery of the
refrigerant gas.
This appliance does not contain CFC’s but R600a
Isobutane.

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.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS

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

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Do not cover or obstruct the condenser which
is situated on the rear of the appliance.

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Do not freeze / store liquids in glass containers
in the freezer as there is a risk of bursting.

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Do not consume ice cubes or ice lollies
immediately after taking them out of the
freezer as there is a risk of freeze burn and
they should be allowed to warm slightly before
consumption.

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Do not store effervescent drinks in the
freezer.

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Before servicing or cleaning the appliance,
disconnect from the mains supply.

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Should the power supply cable become
damaged, it should be replaced by a qualified
service engineer as it is a special type.