Whirlpool RCA 0 188 GW7/1, RCA 0 168 GW7/1, RCA 0 188 GW7, RCA 0 168 GW7 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

Your new appliance is designed exclusively for domestic

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use.

To ensure best use of your appliance, carefully read
the operating instructions which contain a
description of the appliance and advice on storing
and preserving food.
Keep this handbook for future reference.

After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is not

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damaged and that the door closes properly. Any damage
must be reported to the dealer within 24 hours of
delivery of the appliance.
Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on,

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in order to ensure that the refrigerant circuit is fully
efficient.
Make sure installation and the electrical connection are

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carried out by a qualified technician according to the
manufacturer's instructions and in compliance with the
local safety regulations.
Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.

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SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

1. Packing

The packing material is 100% recyclable and bears the
recycling symbol. Comply with the local regulations for
disposal. Keep the packing materials (plastic bags,
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of the reach of children, as they
are a potential source of danger.

2. Scrapping/Disposal

The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material.
This appliance is marked in compliance with European
Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring the correct scrapping of this appliance, you can
help prevent potentially negative consequences for the
environment and the health of persons.

The symbol on the appliance, or on the accompanying
documents, indicates that this appliance should not be treated
as domestic waste but must be taken to a suitable collection
centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment.
When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by cutting
off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so
that children cannot easily climb inside.
Scrap the appliance in compliance with local regulations on
waste disposal, taking it to a special collection centre; do
not leave the appliance unattended even for a few days,
since it is a potential source of danger for children. For
further information on the treatment, recovery and
recycling of this appliance, contact your competent local
office, the household waste collection service or the shop
where you purchased the appliance.

Information:

This appliance does not contain CFC (the refrigerant
circuit contains R134a) or HFC (the refrigerant circuit
contains R600a) (refer to the rating plate inside the
appliance).
Appliances with isobutane (R600a): Isobutane is a natural
gas without environmental impact but is flammable.
Therefore, make sure the refrigerant circuit pipes are not
damaged

Declaration of conformity

This appliance is intended for storing food and is

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manufactured in conformity with European regulation
(EC) No. 1935/2004.

This product has been designed, manufactured and

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marketed in compliance with:

- the safety objectives of Low Voltage Directive 73/23/
EEC;

- the protection requirements of “EMC” Directive 89/336/
EEC,
amended by Directive 93/68/EEC.

Electrical safety of the appliance is guaranteed only if it is

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connected to an efficient and approved earthing system.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS

During installation, make sure the appliance does not

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damage the power cable.
Make sure the appliance is not near a heat source.

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To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a space on

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both sides and above the appliance and follow the
installation instructions.
Keep the appliance ventilation openings free.

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Power cable modification or replacement must only be

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carried out by qualified personnel.
It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the

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power supply by unplugging it or by means of a mains
two-pole switch installed upstream of the socket.
Make sure the voltage indicated on the appliance rating

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plate corresponds to that of your home.
For the water connection, use the pipe supplied with

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the new appliance; do not reuse that of the previous
appliance.
Install and level the appliance on a floor strong enough

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to take its weight and in a place suitable for its size and
use.
The appliance must be handled and installed by two or

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more persons.
Be careful not to damage the floors when moving the

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appliance (e.g. parquet).
Do not use single/multi-adapters or extension cords.

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Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated place.

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The appliance is arranged for operation in places where
the temperature comes within the following ranges,
according to the climatic class given on the rating plate.
The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a
long period at a temperature outside the specified
range.

Climatic Class Amb. T. (°C) Amb. T. (°F)

SN From 10 to 32 From 50 to 90

N From 16 to 32 From 61 to 90

ST From 16 to 38 From 61 to 100

T From 16 to 43 From 61 to 110

Do not store or use petrol, gas or flammable liquids in

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the vicinity of this or other electrical appliances. The
fumes can cause fires or explosions.
Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical means

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other than those recommended by the Manufacturer to
speed up the defrost process.
Do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit pipes.

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Do not use or place electrical appliances inside the

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product if they are not of the type expressly
authorised by the Manufacturer.
This appliance is not designed for use by young

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children or the infirm without supervision.
To avoid the risk of children becoming trapped and

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suffocating, do not allow them to play or hide inside
the appliance.
Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the ice

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packs (if provided).
Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing

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fresh food and the freezer compartment only for
storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making
ice cubes.
Do not store liquids in glass containers in the freezer

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compartment since they may burst.
Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after

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taking them out of the freezer since they may cause
cold burns.
Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning

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operation, unplug the appliance or disconnect the
power supply.
All appliances equipped with an ice-maker and water

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dispenser must be connected to a water supply that
delivers drinking water only (with mains water
pressure of between 0.17 and 0.81 Mpascals (1.7 and

8.1 bar)). Ice-makers and/or water dispensers not
directly connected to the water supply must be filled
with drinking water only.

• The Manufacturer declines any liability if the
above advice and precautions are not
respected.

RECOMANDATION IN CASE OF NO
USE OF THE APPLIANCE

Short vacation

There is no need to disconnect the appliance from the
power supply if you will be away for less than three
weeks. Use up perishable food, freeze other food.

If your appliance has an automatic ice maker:

Turn it off.

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Shut off the water supply to the automatic ice

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maker.
Empty the ice bucket.

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Long vacation

Remove all the food if you are going away for three
weeks or more. If your appliance has an automatic ice
maker:

Turn it off.

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Shut off the water supply to the automatic icemaker

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at least a day before.
Empty the ice bucket.

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Fix some wooden or plastic wedges to the upper part
of both doors with adhesive tape and leave the doors
open enough for air to circulate inside both
compartments. This will prevent odour and mould
from setting in.

Moving

Take out all internal parts.

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Wrap them well, and fix them together with

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adhesive tape so that they do not bang together or
get lost.

Screw the adjustable feet so that they do not touch

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the support surface.
Close and fix both doors with adhesive tape and,

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again using adhesive tape, fix the power cable to the
appliance.

Power failure

In the event of a power failure, call the local office of
your electricity supply company and ask how long it is
going to last. Note: Bear in mind that a full appliance
will stay cold longer than a partially filled one.

If ice crystals are still visible on the food, it may be
frozen again, although flavour and aroma may be
affected.

If food is found to be in a poor condition, it is best to
throw it away.

For power failures lasting up to 24 hours.

Keep both doors of the appliance closed. This will

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allow the stored food to stay cold as long as possible.

For power failures lasting more than 24 hours.

Empty the freezer compartment and arrange the

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food in a portable freezer. If this type of freezer is
not available and, likewise, no artificial ice packs are
available, try to use up the food, which is more easily
perishable.

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Empty the ice bucket.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug
the appliance from the mains or disconnect the
electrical power supply.

Periodically clean the appliance with a cloth and a
solution of lukewarm water and neutral detergent
specifically for refrigerator interiors.

Never use detergents or abrasives. Never clean
refrigerator parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can
create a fire hazard or explosion.

Clean the outside of the appliance and the door seal
with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.

Do not use steam cleaners.
Clean the condenser using a vacuum cleaner,

proceeding as follows: remove the front plinth (see
installation manual) and proceed to clean the
condenser

Important:

The buttons and control panel display must not be

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cleaned with alcohol or alcohol-derived
substances, but with a dry cloth.

The refrigeration system pipes are located near

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the defrost pan and can become hot. Periodically
clean them with a vacuum cleaner.

REPLACING THE BULB

Always disconnect the appliance from the power
supply before replacing any light bulbs.

How to replace the refrigerator compartment bulb.

In some models a special bulb is used

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The bulb should not exceed

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Bulb change instruction is put in the chart

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