Whirlpool ARC 4020 W Manual
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14 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BEFORE USING THE REFRIGERATOR SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT HOW TO OPERATE THE “EXTRA-COLD” COMPARTMENT HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT HABITUAL NOISES CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 3gb33008.fm Page 14 Monday, December 9, 2002 3:59 PM
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15 FREEZER COMPARTMENT 1. Fast freezing compartment 2. Ice cube trays 3. Freezer door trays (if fitted) 4. Freezer control panelREFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT 5. Extra-Cold Compartment 6. Refrigerator thermostat knob 7. Refrigerator inside light 8. Adjustable glass shelves 9. Crisper drawer 10. Air circulation system with anti-odour filter 11. Egg tray 12. Door trays 13. Bottle rack 14. Can holder (if provided) 15. Adjustable feet 3gb33008.fm Page 15 Monday, December 9, 2002 3:59 PM
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16 BEFORE USING THE REFRIGERATOR Your new appliance is a combined ventilated, no- frost fridge-freezer exclusively for domestic use. The great advantage of this appliance is that the refrigerator and freezer compartments are ventilated, therefore there is no ice or frost formation on the walls, thanks to the process described below. The cold is produced by an evaporator and distributed to the single compartments by means of a fan. The air, after circulating in the compartments, is absorbed again...
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17 PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS •Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh food and beverages and use the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes. •Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the appliance. •Do not store liquids in glass containers in the freezer compartment - danger of bursting. •Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer compartment - risk of “cold” burns. •Do not...
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18 HOW TO OPERATE THE “EXTRA-COLD” COMPARTMENT How to use the refrigerator compartment To maintain the vitamins, aroma, substance and freshness of the food to be stored, it is advisable to wrap food in aluminium foil, cling film or place it in special freezer containers with lids. This will prevent odours from mixing. Your refrigerator has an anti-odour system; the anti-odour filter is located in the cool air duct. Important Since appliance internal temperature is to all intents and purposes...
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19 HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT The freezer compartment can be used for freezing fresh and cooked food, making ice cubes and storing frozen food. Freezer control panel •To adjust the temperature in the Freezer compartment, select the desired freezing level using the button on the control panel. 4 3 2 1 1. Operation LED 2. Door open alarm 3. Alarm mute button 4. Fast Freezing ELECTRONIC CONTROL This appliance is provided with an exclusive electronic control system. Thanks to this system,...
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20 Important: •After switching on, the freezer compartment takes approximately 3 hours to reach a suitable temperature for frozen food storage. How to freeze fresh food You can use the freezer compartment to freeze food. The amount of fresh food that can be frozen in 24 hours, at an ambient temperature of + 25°C, is indicated on the data plate. How to proceed: 1.24 hours before freezing fresh food, press the fast freeze button. 2.Wrap and seal the food in aluminium foil, cling film, air and...
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21 HABITUAL NOISES Some noises are normal when the appliance is operating. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Breaking ice: Ice may break when moved. The noise is the same as that made by ice cubes when exposed to ambient temperature. Compressor noise: Normal motor noise. This noise means the compressor is operating normally. Gas expansion noise:It is normal to hear the noise of the expansion gas in the refrigeration system. This noise is similar to a balloon being inflated. Defrost noise:Normal noise of flowing...
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22 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 1. The appliance is not working. •Is there a power failure? •Is the plug properly inserted in the socket? •Is the double-pole switch on? •Has the fuse blown? •Is the power cord in perfect condition? 2. Temperature inside the compartments is not low enough. •Are the doors closed properly? •Is the appliance installed near a heat source? •Is the thermostat setting correct? •Are the air circulation grilles blocked? •Is the condenser clean? 3. Temperature inside the refrigerator...
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23 INSTALLATION •Install the appliance away from heat sources. •Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated place. •Ensure that the appliance is level. Adjust the front feet if necessary. •Leave at least 5 cm clearance above the appliance. •The sides of some models are extended at the rear so the appliance can be placed directly against the rear wall. Otherwise, fit the spacers (if supplied) on the upper part of the condenser at the rear of the appliance. For models without spacer walls, the...