Whirlpool ARC 0060 Manual

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GBINSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONPAGE11
REPLACING BULBSPAGE11
BEFORE USING THE REFRIGERATORPAGE12
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENTPAGE12
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 
RECOMMENDATIONS
PAGE12
HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR 
COMPARTMENT
PAGE13
HOW TO DEFROST THE REFRIGERATORPAGE14
CARE AND MAINTENANCEPAGE14
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEPAGE15
AFTER-SALES SERVICEPAGE15
INSTALLATIONPAGE15
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONPAGE16
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							11 A Low temperature compartment
B Low temperature compartment door
C Water collection tray
D Adjustable shelves and grids
E Crisper drawer 
F Temperature adjustment thermostat
G Rating plate (at the side of the cripser drawer)
H Adjustable foot
I Door seal spacers for transport purposes (remove and discard)
Replacing bulbs
1.Press as shown in the figure.
2.Pull towards the inside of the 
appliance.
3.Replace the bulb (max 15W).
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
REPLACING BULBS
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							12 •Your new appliance is exclusively for 
domestic use.
•The low temperature compartment can be 
used to make ice cubes.
• Defrosting is a manual or semi-automatic 
procedure. The refrigerator compartment 
is designed for the storage of fresh food and 
beverages.
•To get the most out of your new appliance, 
read the user handbook thoroughly. The 
handbook contains a description of the 
appliance and useful tips for storing food.
•Discard the door seal spacer shown at point 
I of the figure.•Keep this handbook for future consultation.
•After unpacking the appliance, make sure 
that the door shuts properly. Any damage 
must be reported to your dealer within 24 
hours after delivery of the appliance.
• Wait at least two hours before connecting 
the appliance to the power supply in order 
to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully 
efficient.
•Installation of the appliance and electrical 
connections must be carried out by a 
qualified electrician, in accordance with the 
manufacturers instructions and local 
regulations.
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 appliance is made using recyclable 
materials. 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 more information, refer to the 
identification data plate affixed to the appliance.
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.
•Use the refrigerator compartment only for 
storing fresh foods and the low temperature 
compartment only for making ice cubes.
•Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the 
appliance.
•Do not store liquids in glass containers in the 
low temperature compartment - risk of bursting.
•Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately 
after taking them out of the low temperature 
compartment - risk of “cold” burns.
•Do not allow children to play or hide inside 
the appliance - risk of becoming trapped and 
suffocating.•Before servicing or cleaning the appliance, 
unplug it from the mains or disconnect the 
electrical power supply.
•The power cable may only be replaced by an 
authorised person.
Declaration of conformity
This appliance is intended to come into contact with 
foodstuffs and conforms to D.L. 108 of 25.01.1992 
(European Directive 89/109/EEC).
BEFORE USING THE REFRIGERATOR
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
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Switching on the appliance
Starting up the appliance
•Plug in the appliance. 
•The inside light, where provided, switches on 
when the refrigerator door is opened.
Adjusting the temperature
Ensure the water collection tray, located 
below the low temperature compartment, 
touches the rear wall of the refrigerator unit.
The thermostat, located on the right hand side of 
the refrigerator compartment, is used to adjust 
the internal temperature.
To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator 
compartment, turn the thermostat control knob:
•Lowest numbers
 1-2 for the 
LEAST COLD 
internal temperatures;
•Numbers 
3-4 for a 
MEDIUM internal 
temperature;
•Highest numbers 
5-7 for the 
COLDEST 
internal temperatures.
Thermostat set tozor : the appliance is 
switched off although it remains connected to the 
mains power supply.
Note:
The ambient air temperature, the frequency of 
door opening and the position of the appliance 
can affect internal temperatures. These factors 
must be taken into account when setting the 
thermostat.
Position of water collection tray:
when the room temperature is above 25°C, pull 
the water collection tray forwards, aligning it with 
the two small dots on the right-hand side of the 
refrigerator unit 
(Fig. 1).
Using the refrigerator compartment
Position food as follows:
A
Cooked foods, cakes, soup/pasta: on the 
grid below the low temperature compartment.
B
Fish, meat, cold cuts: on the grid above the 
crisper drawer.
C
Fruit and vegetables: in the special crisper 
drawer.
D
Bottles, canned produce: use the door 
trays in the inner door.
E
Eggs: use the special compartment in the 
inner door.Notes:
•The space between the shelves and the rear 
wall of the refrigerator compartment must be 
unobstructed to allow circulation of air.
•Do not place food in direct contact with the 
rear wall of the refrigerator compartment.
•Do not place hot food in the refrigerator.
•Store liquids in closed containers.
HOW TO OPERATE THE
REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT
(Fig. 1)
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							14 Defrost the appliance when the ice on the walls 
reaches a thickness of about 3 mm.
Ensure the water collection tray is empty and 
properly positioned below the low temperature 
compartment.
Semi-automatic defrost (Fig. 1)
•Press the button (A) in the middle of the 
thermostat knob and close the door. Once all 
the ice has melted, the button will return to its 
original position and the refrigerator will 
automatically start functioning again.
Manual defrost (Fig. 2)
For appliances without defrost button:
•Turn the thermostat knob to the defrost position.
•After defrosting, turn the knob back to its 
original position.
It is not necessary to empty the rest of the 
refrigerator.
Do not use sharp objects or metal 
instruments to remove ice.
Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, 
unplug the appliance from the mains or 
disconnect the electrical power supply.
•Clean the interior periodically with a sponge 
soaked in warm water and/or neutral 
detergent. Do not use abrasive substances.
•Rinse the interior and dry thoroughly.
•Clean the inside of the low temperature 
compartment when defrosting.
•Clean the outside with a damp cloth. 
Do not use abrasive products, scourers, 
stain-removers (e.g. acetone, 
trichloroethylene) or vinegar.
•Periodically clean air vents and the 
condenser at the rear of the appliance with a 
vacuum cleaner or a brush.
Prolonged disuse
1.Empty the refrigerator.
2.Disconnect the appliance from the power 
supply.
3.Defrost and clean the interior.4.In the event of prolonged disuse, leave the 
door open to prevent the formation of mould, 
odours and oxidation.
5.Clean the appliance.
.
HOW TO DEFROST THE REFRIGERATOR
(Fig. 2)
(Fig. 1)
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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							15 1. The appliance is not working.
•Is there a power failure?
•Is the power cord in perfect condition?
•Is the plug properly inserted in the socket?
•Has the fuse blown?
•Is the thermostat set to z (Stop) or  
(defrost)?
2. Temperature inside the compartments is 
not low enough.
•Is the door shut properly?
•Is there an excessive frost build-up in the low 
temperature compartment ?
•Is the appliance installed near a heat source?
•Is the thermostat setting correct?
•Are the air circulation vents blocked?
3. Temperature inside the refrigerator 
compartment is too low.
•Is the thermostat setting correct?4. The appliance is excessively noisy.
•Has the appliance been installed correctly?
•Are the pipes at the back touching 
or vibrating?
5. Water collects at the bottom of the 
refrigerator compartment.
•Is the thermostat setting correct?
6. The inside light is not working
•Is there a power failure?
•If not, unplug the appliance from 
the mains, remove the cover and check the 
bulb has not come loose. If necessary, replace 
the bulb with a new one (max 15 W).
Notes:
• Gurgling and hissing noises due to 
expansion in the refrigerant circuit 
are normal.
•
•
Before contacting After-Sales Service:
1.See if you can solve the problem yourself 
with the help of the “Troubleshooting Guide”.
2.Switch the appliance on again to see if the 
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.
3.If the problem persists after this course of 
action, contact After-sales Service.Specify:
•The nature of the problem.
•The model.
•The Service number (the number after the 
word SERVICE on the data plate on the 
inside of the appliance).
•Your full address.
•Your telephone number and area code.
•Install the appliance away from heat sources. 
Installation in a hot environment, direct 
exposure to the sun or installation near heat 
sources (heaters, radiators, cookers) will 
increase power consumption and should 
therefore be avoided.
•Leave at least 5 cm clearance above the 
appliance and ensure any adjacent units 
allow sufficient space for air circulation.
•Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated 
place, and ensure it is level, using the front 
adjustment foot if necessary.
•Ensure the air circulation grille on top of the 
appliance is unobstructed in order to 
guarantee circulation of air.
•Clean the interior and fit the accessories 
supplied.
•Fill the ice cube tray (if provided) with water 
and place it in the low temperature 
compartment.
Electrical connection
• Electrical connections must be made in 
accordance with local regulations.
•Voltage and power consumption are 
indicated on the rating plate inside the 
appliance at the bottom left hand side, at the 
side of the crisper drawer.
• 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 socket replaced by a qualified 
electrician.
Do not use extension leads or adaptors.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
INSTALLATION
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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:
1.Remove the fuse cover (A) and fuse (B).
2.Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover.
3.Refit both into plug.
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.
Connection to a rewirable plug
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket 
outlet, then it should be cut off and disposed of in 
order to avoid a possible shock hazard should it 
be inserted into a 13A socket elsewhere.
A suitable alternative plug should then be fitted 
to the cable.The wires in the mains lead are coloured in 
accordance with the following code:
BLUE - “NEUTRAL” (“N”)
BROWN - “LIVE” (“L”)
GREEN AND YELLOW - “EARTH” (“E”)
1.The GREEN AND YELLOW wire must be 
connected to the terminal in the plug which is 
marked with the letter “E” or by the Earth 
symbol  or coloured green or green and 
yellow.
2.The BLUE wire must be connected to the 
terminal which is marked with the letter “N” or 
coloured black.
3.The BROWN wire must be connected to the 
terminal which is marked with the letter “L” or 
coloured red.
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.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
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