Whirlpool 20TM L4 Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
IF THE APPLIANCE IS NOT GOING TO BE
USED
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
STORING, FREEZING AND THAWING
FOOD
DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
“MULTIFLOW” AIR DISTRIBUTION
GUIDE TO THE INSIDE PARTS
USING THE APPLIANCE
USING THE ICE AND WATER DISPENSER
USING THE AUTOMATIC ICE-MAKER
CHANGING A WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
Your new appliance is designed exclusively for
domestic use.
After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is not
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, to ensure that the refrigerant circuit
is fully efficient.Installation and the electrical connection must be
carried out by a qualified technician, according to
the manufacturer’s instructions and local safety
regulations.
Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.
1. Packing
The packing material is 100% recyclable and bears
the recycling symbol. For disposal, comply with the
local regulations. 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 disposal 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 special 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 and become trapped. 
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 product, contact your
competent local office, the household waste
collection service or the shop where you
purchased the appliance.Information:
This appliance does not contain CFCs. The
refrigerant circuit contains R134a (HFC) or R600a
(HC) (see 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 has been designed for preserving
food and is manufactured in compliance with
Regulation (CE) No. 1935/2004.
• This appliance has been designed, manufactured
and marketed in compliance with:
- safety objectives of the “Low Voltage”
Directive 2006/95/CE (which replaces
73/23/CEE and subsequent amendments); 
- the protection requirements of Directive
“EMC” 89/336/EEC amended by Directive
93/68/EEC.
Electrical safety of the appliance can only be
guaranteed if it is correctly connected to an
approved earthing system.
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INSTALLATION
• The appliance must be handled and installed
by two or more persons. 
• Be careful not to damage the floors (e.g.
parquet) when moving the appliance. 
• During installation, make sure the appliance
does not damage the power cable. 
• Make sure the appliance is not near a heat
source. 
• To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a
space on both sides and above the appliance
and follow the installation instructions. 
• Keep the appliance ventilation openings free. 
• Do not damage the appliance refrigerant
circuit pipes. 
• Install and level the appliance on a floor strong
enough to take its weight and in a place
suitable for its size and use. 
• Install the appliance in a dry and well-
ventilated place. 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 time at a temperature outside
the specified range.
• Make sure the voltage specified on the rating
plate corresponds to that of your home. 
• Do not use single/multi adapters or extension
cords. 
• For the water connection, use the pipe
supplied with the new appliance; do not reuse
that of the previous appliance. 
• Power cable modification or replacement
must only be carried out by qualified
personnel. 
• It must be possible to disconnect the appliance
from the power supply by unplugging it or by
means of a mains two-pole switch installed
upstream of the socket.SAFETY
• Do not store or use petrol, flammable liquids
or gas in the vicinity of this or other electrical
appliances. The fumes can cause fires or
explosions. 
• Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical
means other than those recommended by the
Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process. 
• Do not use or place electrical devices inside
the appliance compartments if they are not of
the type expressly authorised by the
Manufacturer. 
• This appliance is not designed for use by
young children or the infirm without
supervision. 
• To avoid the risk of children becoming trapped
and suffocating, do not allow them to play or
hide inside the appliance. 
• Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of
the ice packs (in some models). 
• Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately
after taking them out of the freezer since they
may cause cold burns.
USE
• Before carrying out any maintenance or
cleaning operation, unplug the appliance or
disconnect it from the power supply. 
• All appliances equipped with an automatic ice-
maker and water dispenser must be
connected to a water supply that only delivers
drinking water (with mains water pressure of
between 0.17 and 0.81 Mpa (1.7 and 8.1 bar)).
Automatic ice-makers and/or water dispensers
not directly connected to the water supply
must be filled with drinking water only. 
• Use the refrigerator compartment only for
storing fresh food and the freezer
compartment only for storing frozen food,
freezing fresh food and making ice cubes. 
• Do not store glass containers with liquids in
the freezer since they may burst.
The Manufacturer declines any liability if
the above advice and precautions are not
respected.
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
Climatic ClassAmb. T. (°C) Amb. T. (°F)
SNFrom 10 to 32From 50 to 90
NFrom 16 to 32From 61 to 90
STFrom 16 to 38From 61 to 100
TFrom 16 to 43From 61 to 110
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In case of power failures of up to 24 hours
Keep the doors of the appliance closed. In this way the stored food will stay cold as long as possible.
For further information see chapter “Using the appliance”, section “Black-out alarm”.
If the appliance is not going to be used
- Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
- Remove all the food if you are going away for more than three weeks.
- If the appliance has an automatic ice-maker:
1. Shut off the water supply to the automatic ice-maker.
2. Empty the ice bucket.
- Leave the doors open enough for air to circulate inside the compartments. This will prevent the
formation of mould and bad odours.
• Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, always
disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
• Periodically clean the appliance with a cloth and a solution of
lukewarm water and neutral detergent specific for refrigerator
interiors.
• Never use detergents or abrasives. Never clean the refrigerator
parts with flammable liquids. The fumes can cause fires or
explosions.
• Clean the outside of the appliance and the door seals with a
damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.
• Do not use steam cleaners.
• Clean the condenser using a vacuum cleaner, remove the front
kickplate (see installation handbook).
• The buttons and control panel display (located on the freezer
door on some models) must be cleaned with a dry cloth; do not
use alcohol or alcohol-derived substances.
• The refrigerant system pipes are located near the defrost pan
and can become very hot. Periodically clean them with a vacuum
cleaner.
Replacing light bulbs
Attention
• Always disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply
before replacing any light bulbs.
• Before replacing the light bulb, remove the light guard that may
be present. This will have to be put back after replacing the light
bulb.
• The refrigerator accepts light bulbs with a bayonet type mount.
These do not need unscrewing/screwing when replacing. 
• The ice/water dispenser light bulb has a standard screw type
mount and therefore needs to be screwed in place.
Replace the lamp with one of the same type, available from the
After-sales Service or from authorised dealers.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
IF THE APPLIANCE IS NOT GOING TO BE
USED
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INTRODUCTION
Wrap food so that no water, moisture or condensate can enter; this will prevent odours or aromas going
from one part to another in the refrigerator, ensuring better preservation of frozen foods. Use plastic
containers with hermetic lids, aluminium trays, aluminium foil, plastic film and waterproof plastic wraps.
NOTE: Never place hot food in the freezer. Allow hot foods to cool to room temperature for 30
minutes, then wrap and freeze. Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy and prolongs the life of the
appliance.
SEALING
When sealing food in bags, remove the air (liquids need space to expand). Fasten the top of the bag with a
string. Put the label inside transparent bags; use self-adhesive labels for applying on the outside of opaque
bags.
DEFROSTING
Useful suggestions.
- RAW VEGETABLES:place directly in boiling water without thawing and cook normally.
- MEAT (large cuts): thaw in the refrigerator compartment without removing the wrapping. Before
cooking, leave at room temperature for a couple of hours.
- MEAT (small cuts): thaw at room temperature or cook directly.
- FISH: thaw in the refrigerator compartment without unwrapping or cook directly before completely
thawed. In case of a power failure, the freezer compartment will maintain an adequate storage
temperature for about 12 hours; during this period, it is advisable to keep the compartment door
closed. Do not refreeze partially thawed food.
- ALREADY COOKED FOOD: heat in the oven without removing it from the aluminium containers.
- FRUIT:thaw in the refrigerator compartment.
FOOD STORAGE CHART
Storage times vary according to the quality of the food, the type of packaging or wrap used (moisture and
steam proof), and the storage temperature (which must be -18°C).
STORING, FREEZING AND THAWING
FOOD
Food category Months
FRUIT
Concentrated fruit juice 12
Fruit (in general) 8-12
Citrus fruit and fresh fruit juices 4-6
VEGETABLES
Commercially frozen 8
Home frozen 8-12
STEWS
Meat, poultry and fish 2-3
FISH
Cod, sole 6
Salmon 2-3
Mackerel, perch 2-3
Already seasoned fish 3
Clams, oysters 3-4
Boiled fish, crabs 3-4
Raw crayfish 12
Food category Months
MEAT
Sausages 4 weeks or less
Hamburgers 1
Beef, veal, lamb 2-3
ROASTS
Beef 6-12
Lamb and veal 6-12
Pork 4-6
Fresh sausages 1-2
STEAKS AND CHOPS
Beef 8-12
Lamb, veal, pork 2-4
POULTRY
Chicken or turkey (whole or parts) 12
Duck and goose 6
Cooked poultry (in sauce) 6
Steak (without sauce) 1
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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

 
 

 	 

  
 
 



REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT
A. Inside light
B. Inside light
C. Adjustable shelf
D. Shelf - drawer lid
E Crisper
F. Crisper adjustment
G. Meat / vegetable drawer
H. Meat / vegetable drawer adjustment
I. Dairy products compartment
J. Door trays
K. 2-litre door tray with bottle holder
L. 0.75 litre door tray
M. Water filter 
N. “Multiflow ” (depending on model)FREEZER COMPARTMENT
O. Automatic ice-maker
P. Glass shelves / Racks (depending on the
model)
Q. Drawer / Bottom basket (depending on the
model)
R. Drawer / Top basket (depending on the
model)
S. Ice cube drawer
T. Freezer door trays
U. Inside light
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Removing and repositioning the refrigerator compartment and freezer shelves.
The shelves can be positioned as required. The glass shelves are strong enough to hold bottles, milk
cartons and heavy food, however, take care not to bang products on the shelves. To remove the shelves:
pull the shelf out as far as it goes, then lift and remove it.
Removing the crisper or meat drawer:
1. slide the drawer out as far as it goes;
2. with one hand underneath the drawer, lift and pull it out;
3. the drawer will come off the runners and can be pulled out further;
4. to remove it completely, the drawer must be turned: front end up, rear end down.
Removing and refitting the glass drawer lid.
Lift the front of the frame about 10 cm with one hand, then lift the back of the frame and pull it out with
the other.
To replace the lid follow the inverse procedure.
Note:To remove the drawers and lids in the freezer compartment follow the same procedure as for the
refrigerator.
Meat/vegetable drawer temperature control device.
• The cold air is conveyed inside the meat drawer through an
opening between the refrigerator compartment and the freezer
compartment. In this way the temperature inside the meat
drawer is kept lower than the rest of the refrigerator. The air
flow can be adjusted by means of the special slider. 
• To store vegetables in the meat drawer, shift the control device
all the way to the left, to the vegetables setting. This avoids
possible damage due to the vegetables freezing.
Crisper moisture control device.
• The level of humidity inside the crisper can be adjusted by
moving the slider in the desired position.
• By moving the slider to the far right, humidity will be eliminated
from the compartment. This setting is better for preserving
fruits and vegetables with skin.
• By moving the slider to the far left, humidity is maintained inside
the compartment. This setting is better for preserving leaf
vegetables.
GUIDE TO THE INSIDE PARTS
“MULTIFLOW”is a ventilated air distribution system, which ensures a homogeneous temperature inside
the refrigerator compartment. Thanks to this system, the different types of food can be stored on any of
the shelves of the appliance. Attention should be paid not to obstruct the air distribution vents, thus
ensuring free air circulation.
“MULTIFLOW” AIR DISTRIBUTION
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FIRST USE
Connect the appliance to the water system and power supply (refer to the Installation manual).
When connecting the appliance to the power supply, the display will show the temperatures preset by the
manufacturer.
Note:Reaching the preset temperatures requires a variable amount of time. This time depends on several
factors (times the door is open, amount of food stored, ambient temperature). Average time is between 2
to 3 hours.
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GUIDE TO SELECTING FUNCTIONS
Menu
This button is used to select the different options shown in the control panel. Each time the button is
pressed, a different option is highlighted.
OK
The OKbutton is used to confirm the selected function and to deactivate the acoustic signal.
Stand-by
This function turns off the refrigerator and freezer compartments. To activate the standby function, press
the button for 3 seconds: all icons will disappear from the display. 
To reset the function, carry out the same procedure until the previously set temperatures are displayed.
Note:Remember that this operation does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
Freezer temperature
The factory-set ideal temperature is -18°C. As soon as the freezer compartment reaches the required
temperature, it is automatically displayed.
To change the temperature press the freezer tempbutton until the desired value is reached. The
selected temperature will start flashing and then come on permanently, within 5 seconds, on the display.
Refrigerator temperature
The factory-set ideal temperature is +5°C.
To change the temperature press the fridge tempbutton until the desired value is reached. The selected
temperature will start flashing and then come on permanently, within 5 seconds, on the display.
Ice on-off
To switch the ice maker on press the ice on-offbutton until one of the two icons comes on:  . To
deactivate the function, repeat the procedure until both icons go off.
Ice mode
This function enables to select the type of ice desired: crushed ice  or ice cubes  . For further
information refer to the section “Using the ice and water dispenser” section.
Ice and water dispenser light
The light can be switched on and off by pressing the lightbutton on the control panel or pressing one of
the two dispenser levers; the light will switch off automatically once the water or ice has been dispensed.
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ALARMS
The alarm icon is connected with the acoustic signal.
Important:To disable the acoustic signal, press the OKbutton.
Black-out alarm 
The alarm black-out activates when a prolonged interruption of the power supply has caused an increase
in temperature in the freezer compartment. The freezer display will flash, showing the maximum
temperature reached in the compartment during the interruption and the acoustic signal will come on.
Important:Before consuming any food from the compartment ensure that this is still suitable for
consumption.
Door open alarm 
The door alarm symbol lights up and the acoustic alarm is activated when one or both doors of the
refrigerator and/or freezer have remained open.
When the doors are left open for more than 2 minutes, the symbol flashes and an acoustic signal sounds.
Operation alarm  
This symbol, with the activation of the acoustic signal and the appearance of letters on the display,
indicates that there is a problem with the appliance. If this happens, call customer service. You will be
asked to provide the letter code shown on the display instead of the temperature.
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