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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE USING THE FREEZER
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
FREEZING FOOD
FOOD STORAGE
DEFROSTING THE FREEZER
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
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BEFORE USING THE FREEZER
For best use of your appliance, please read the
instructions and product description sheets
carefully. These contain a description of your
appliance and useful tips for storing food.
Keep the instruction booklet and product
description sheets carefully for future use.
After unpacking the appliance, check for
•
damage. Any damage must be reported to the
supplier within 24 hours.
• Following installation, wait at least 2 hours
without moving the appliance before
connecting it to the mains supply; this will
allow the refrigerant circuit to reach
optimum efficiency.
Before connecting the appliance to the mains
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supply, please refer to the chapter
“Installation”.
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 freezer is made of recyclable material. 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.
Information:
This appliance does not contain CFCs (replaced
with R134a) or HFCs (replaced with R600a Isobutane). For further details, refer to the rating
plate located on the rear of the appliance.
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Do not cover or obstruct the air vent of the
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appliance.
Do not store liquids in glass containers in the
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freezer: risk of bursting.
Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately
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after taking them out of the freezer: risk of
“cold” burns.
Do not allow children to play or hide inside the
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freezer: risk of becoming trapped inside and
suffocating.
Keep the keys (if supplied) in a separate place
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and out of reach of children: risk of children
becoming locked inside the appliance.
Do not ingest the contents (non-toxic) of the
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ice packs (if provided).
Before servicing or cleaning the appliance,
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unplug it from the mains or disconnect the
electrical power supply.
The power cable may only be replaced by an
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authorised person.
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Declaration of conformity
This appliance is intended to come into contact
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with foodstuffs and conforms to
D.L. 108 of 25.01.1992
(European Directive 89/109/EEC).
CE- This product is designed, built and marketed
in compliance with:
the safety objectives of the “Low voltage”
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Directive 73/23 CE;
the protection requirements of the “EMC”
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Directive 89/336 CE amended by
Directive 93/68 CE.
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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FREEZING FOOD
Only use the freezer for storing frozen food, freezing fresh
food and production of ice cubes.
Freezing food
Defrost the appliance when ice build-up on the freezer walls
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is excessive (see Care and Maintenance).
At least 24 hours before storing fresh food in the freezer,
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switch the rapid freeze button on. For freezers without this
button, turn the thermostat to maximum position.
Observe the maximum freezing capacity specified on the
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rating plate.
Place the food you wish to freeze and
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keep the lid of the appliance closed for 24 hours. At the end
of this period, switch OFF the rapid freezing function.
To freeze the maximum amount of food specified on the
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rating plate (see figure D in the chapter “Installation”),
extend the prefreezing period to 48 hours.
Preparation of fresh food for freezing
Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil,
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cling film, watertight plastic bags, polyethylene containers
with lids, provided they are suitable for freezing foods.
Food must be fresh, mature and of prime quality in order to
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obtain high quality frozen food.
Fresh vegetables and fruit should preferably be frozen as
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soon as they are picked to maintain the full original
nutritional value, texture, colour and flavour.
Some meat, especially game, should be hung before it is
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frozen.
Note:
Always leave hot food to cool before placing in the freezer.
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Freezing of fresh foods
Place foods to be frozen in direct contact with the walls of
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the freezer, as shown in the adjacent figure:
- foods to be frozen,
A)
- foods already frozen.
B)
Avoid placing foods to be frozen in direct contact with food
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already frozen.
For best and fastest freezing, foods should be split into small
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portions; this will also be useful when the frozen items are to
be used.
A
B
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FOOD STORAGE
For storing fresh frozen foods, refer to the adjacent table.
Classification of frozen foods
Put the frozen products into the freezer and classify them.
The storage date should be indicated on the packs, to allow use
within expiry dates.
Advice for storing frozen food
When purchasing frozen food products:
ensure that the packaging is not damaged (frozen food in
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damaged packaging may have deteriorated). If the package
is swollen or has damp patches, it may not have been stored
under optimal conditions and defrosting may have already
begun.
When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and
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transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag.
Once at home, place the frozen foods immediately in the
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freezer.
Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum.
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Respect the best-before date on the package.
Always observe the storage information on the package.
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Note:
Eat fully or partially defrosted foods immediately. Do not
refreeze unless the food is cooked after it has thawed. Once
cooked, the food can be refrozen.
If there is a long power failure:
• do not open the freezer lid except to place ice packs (if
available) over the frozen foods on the right and left of
the freezer.
This will slow down the temperature increase speed.
MONTHS FOOD
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DEFROSTING THE FREEZER
The appliance should be defrosted when the thickness of ice on
the walls reaches 5-6 mm.
Unplug the appliance.
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Remove the packs of food from the freezer and wrap them
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close together in newspaper. Store in a very cool place or
thermally insulated bag.
Leave the freezer lid open.
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Remove the internal defrost water drain plug
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(depending on model).
Remove the external defrost water drain plug (depending on
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model) and reposition it as shown in figure
Place a bowl beneath the drainage channel to collect the
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residual water. If available, use the separator
Speed up defrosting by using a spatula to detach the ice from
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the freezer walls.
Remove the ice from the bottom of the freezer.
•
• In order to avoid permanent damage to the freezer
interior, do not use pointed
or sharp metal instruments for removing the ice.
• Do not use abrasive products or heat up the interior
artificially.
• Dry the interior of the freezer compartment thoroughly.
On completion of the defrosting, refit the plug.
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Switch on the appliance again.
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(A)
(B)
.
.
A
B
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
To obtain the best results from your appliance, carry out
cleaning and maintenance at least once a year.
Remove the ice from the upper edge.
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Clean the inside after defrosting, using a sponge dampened
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with warm water and/or mild detergent.
Clean the motor cooling grille (depending on model).
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Remove dust from the condenser on the rear of the appliance.
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Note:
Before carrying out maintenance, unplug the appliance.
Do not use abrasive products, scourers
or stain-removers (e.g. acetone, trichloroethylene) to clean
the appliance.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
1. The red LED remains lit.
Defrosting in progress?
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Contents impeding correct closure of the
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freezer lid?
Appliance too near a source of heat?
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Is the thermostat setting correct?
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Are the ventilation grille and condenser
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clean?
2. Appliance is excessivelly noisy.
Is the appliance level?
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Is the appliance in contact with other
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fixtures or items that could give rise to
vibration?
Has the packaging been removed from under
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the freezer?
Gurgling noises from the refrigerating
Note:
circuit after the compressor cuts out are
perfectly normal.
3. The green light is off and the appliance is
not working.
Is there a power failure?
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Is the plug properly inserted in the socket?
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Is the electric cable intact?
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4. The green light is off and the appliance is
working.
The green light is not working. Contact After
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Sales Service for a replacement.
5. Compressor runs continuously.
Have hot foods been put in the freezer?
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Has the freezer lid been open for a long time?
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Is the appliance located in a room which is
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too hot or too close to a source of heat?
Is the thermostat setting correct?
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Rapid freeze button pressed inadvertently?
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6. Too much ice on the upper edge.
Are the defrost water drainage plugs correctly
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positioned?
Is the lid correctly closed?
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Is the appliance lid seal damaged or
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deformed? (See chapter “Installation”).
Have the 4 protection pieces been removed?
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(See chapter “Installation”).
7. Formation of condensation on the external
walls of the freezer.
It is normal for condensation to form under
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certain atmospheric conditions (humidity
above 85%) or if the appliance is located in a
damp or poorly ventilated room. The
performance of the freezer is in no way
affected.
8. The layer of ice on the internal walls of the
freezer is not uniform.
This phenomenon is quite normal.
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AFTER-SALES SERVICE
Before contacting After-Sales Service
See if you can solve the problem yourself with
1.
the help of the Troubleshooting guide).
Switch the appliance on again to see if the
2.
problem has been solved. If it has not,
disconnect the appliance from the power supply
and wait for about an hour before switching on
again.
If the problem persists, contact After Sales
3.
Service.
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Specify:
the nature of the problem,
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the model,
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the Service number (the number after the word
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SERVICE on the data plate on the rear of the
appliance),
your full address,
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your telephone number and area code.
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INSTALLATION
Unpack the appliance and ensure that the various elements
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(plastic bags, polystyrene pieces, etc.) are well out of the
reach of children.
• Remove the 4 protection pieces inserted between lid and
appliance (A).
• Important
used to protect the lid during transport, in the capacitor
plastic holder recess on the rear of the appliance (E).
This operation is necessary in order to ensure the proper
distance of the appliance from the wall.
• Remove the packaging from the bottom (B) of the
freezer.
• After connecting the appliance to the mains, when the
right temperature has been reached (about an hour),
ensure that the fast freeze function is inactive (yellow
LED is off).
• During the freezing phase, the lid does not open until the
right temperature has been reached (about 1 hour).
Ensure that the defrosting water drainage plug is correctly
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positioned
Ensure that the lid seal is not damaged: to remove any
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deformation, warm the seal with a hair dryer.
Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, ensure
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that the voltage corresponds to that given on the rating
plate (see figure below).
After the freezer has been installed, check that it is not
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resting on the mains cable.
Install the appliance in a dry, well ventilated room. Avoid
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locations near a source of heat or in direct sunlight.
For optimum appliance operation and in order to avoid
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damage when the lid is opened, leave a space of at least 7 cm
from the rear wall and 7 cm at the sides.
Fit the accessories.
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Electrical connection
• Electrical connections must be made in accordance with
local regulations.
Data regarding voltage and absorbed power are given on the
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rating plate on the rear of the appliance
• Regulations require that the appliance is earthed. The
manufacturer declines all liability for injury to persons or
animals and for damage to property resulting from failure
to observe the above procedures and reminders.
If the plug and socket are not of the same type, have the
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socket replaced by a qualified electrician.
Do not use extension leads or adaptors.
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Disconnecting the appliance
Electrical disconnection must be possible either by
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unplugging the appliance or by means of a double-pole
switch located upline from the socket.
: place two of the four protection pieces (A),
.
(C)
.
(D)
A
C
B
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
For Great Britain only
Warning - this appliance must be earthed
Fuse replacement
If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS
1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of
plug use an A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and
proceed as follows:
Remove the fuse cover (A) and fuse (B).
1.
Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover.
2.
Refit both into plug.
3.
Important:
The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse and
if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a
correct replacement is fitted.
Correct replacement are identified by the colour insert or
the colour embossed in words on the base of the plug.
Replacement fuse covers are available from your local
electrical store.
Socket outlet / plug
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet,
please contact Whirlpool Service on 0870 600 8989 for
further instruction. Please do not attempt to change plug
yourself. This procedure needs to be carried out by a
qualified Whirlpool technician in compliance with the
manufactures instructions and current standard safety
regulations.
For the Republic of Ireland only
The information given in respect of Great Britain will
frequently apply, but a third type of plug and socket is
also used, the 2-pin, side earth type. In this case, the wire
which is coloured GREEN AND YELLOW must be connected
to the EARTH contact, and the two wires to the two pins,
irrespective of colour. The supply to the socket must be
fitted with a 16 amp fuse.
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