Whirlpool AFB 910 Manual
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14 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS USING THE FREEZER DEFROSTING AND CLEANING THE FREEZER CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 60202011GB.fm Page 14 Thursday, July 12, 2007 5:31 PM
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15 BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT • Your new appliance is designed exclusively for domestic use. To ensure best use of your appliance, carefully read the instructions which contain a description of the appliance and advice on storing and preserving food. Keep this handbook for future reference.1. 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...
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16 PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 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. Power cable modification or replacement must only be carried out by qualified personnel. It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from...
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17 USING THE FREEZER The freezer can be used for storing already frozen food and for freezing fresh food. Switching on the freezer for the first time The freezer temperature does not have to set with the thermostat because the appliance is already factory-set. Plug in the appliance. Only place food in the freezer 2 hours after switching on. Temperature adjustment Settings from MIN to MAX: increase the cooling temperature. Thermostat setting: MIN - storing food for short periods; NORMAL - storing...
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18 Advice for freezing and storing fresh food. Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil, transparent film, waterproof plastic bags, polyethylene containers with lids or freezer containers suitable for the food being frozen. Food must be fresh and of prime quality. If possible, fresh vegetables and fruit should be frozen immediately after being picked, to preserve the nutritional substances, structure, consistency, colour and flavour. Note: Always leave hot food to cool...
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19 Removing the drawers Pull out the drawers as far as they go, then lift slightly and remove. Note: The drawers can be removed in order to obtain more space. Make sure that the load does not exceed the limit (if present) indicated on the side walls of the appliance. Making ice cubes Fill the ice cube tray 2/3 full and place it in the special freezer compartment. Do not use sharp or pointed instruments to detach the tray if it is stuck to the bottom of the freezer. Bend the ice tray slightly...
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20 DEFROSTING AND CLEANING THE FREEZER CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, always unplug the appliance or disconnect it from the power supply. Defrost the freezer once or twice a year, or when the frost on the refrigeration grills is excessive. It is perfectly normal for frost to form on the grills. The amount of frost and the speed at which it accumulates depend on room conditions how often the door is opened, and tends to accumulate more on the upper grills. It...
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21 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 1. The appliance does not work. Is there a power failure? Is the main switch turned on? Are the household electrical system protection devices efficient? Is the thermostat correctly set? Was the appliance switched on correctly? 2. Excessive frost build-up. Is the defrost water drain correctly positioned? Was the door properly shut?Notes: If the front edge of the appliance is hot, this is not a defect but prevents the formation of condensate. Gurgling and...
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22 INSTALLATION Install the freezer away from heat sources. Installation in a hot place, direct exposure to sunlight or placing it near a heat source (radiators, cookers) will increase energy consumption and should therefore be avoided. If this is not possible, the following minimum distances must be respected: 30 cm from coal or oil stoves; 3 cm from electric and/or gas cookers. Install in a dry and well-ventilated place. Clean the inside (see “Defrosting and cleaning the freezer”). ...
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23 Installation requirements To ensure correct appliance operation, it must not be exposed to temperatures below 16 °C or above 32 °C. It is advisable to avoid the following places: kitchens without ventilation, outside rooms, greenhouses, garages. In order to operate correctly, the appliance must be installed: in a dry place. Away from direct sunlight. Away from extreme temperatures (away from cookers or other heat sources). When full, the appliance will be heavy, and therefore it must be placed on...