Whirlpool ARC 4190 IX Manual

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GUIDE TO SELECTING FUNCTIONS
Alarms
In the event of an alarm, the acoustic alarm and indicator lights are activated. 
The display lights up whenever an alarm situation arises.
Refrigerator/Freezer temperature alarm
The acoustic alarm sounds: the alarm symbol flashes and the temperature on the display flashes.
The alarm is activated when:

The appliance is connected to the power supply for the first time or after prolonged disuse

The freezer compartment temperature is too high 

The quantity of foods loaded into the freezer exceeds that indicated on the data plate

The freezer door has been left open for a long time
Note
: in these cases 6
th Sense automatically appears on the display
Power failure alarm
The maximum temperature reached during a power failure flashes on the freezer display. The alarm 
symbol lights up and the acoustic alarm sounds at the same time.
The alarm is activated when:

a prolonged power failure takes place, causing the internal temperature of the freezer to increase 
to values that cannot guarantee safe storage of food.
To disable the alarm press OK for at least 3 seconds, after which the pre-set temperature 
will appear on the display.
Note:
 evaluate the state of the stored food.
Operation alarms
In the event of operation alarms, other alarms will also be displayed in the refrigerator or freezer 
compartment, depending on the malfunction site (alphanumeric characters) call After-sales Service 
and specify the alarm code.
Refrigerator/freezer door open alarms
The refrigerator or freezer door symbol (or both) light up and the acoustic alarm sounds.
The alarm is activated when:

one or both of the doors are left open for more than 2 minutes. 
Press OK to mute the acoustic alarm.
If the door is not closed, the acoustic alarm will sound again after two minutes.
Close the door/s and press the OK button. 
Note:
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REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT
This appliance is equipped with a no frost system that does not require manual defrosting. 
The appliance is also provided with a ventilated system, thanks to which the internal temperature is to all 
intents and purposes uniform.
Foods can be arranged on any shelf paying attention not to obstruct the air vents, so that air can circulate.
Storing food in the refrigerator compartment
Position the food as shown in the figure.
A.
Cooked food
B.
Fish, meat
C.
Fruit and vegetables
D.
Bottles
E.
Butter
F.
Dairy products, cheese
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.
NOTES
:

The space between the shelves and the rear wall 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.

Storing vegetables with a high water content can result in condensation in the crisper drawer: this will 
not affect the correct operation of the appliance.

Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic.

The refrigerator can operate at ambient temperatures between +16°C and +43°C.
 
						

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REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT INTERNAL FEATURES
HALF-DEPTH AND TILTING SHELF (depending on the model)
This shelf provides greater flexibility when storing foods in the freezer compartment of your refrigerator. 
You may use it in the following positions:

Full-width position.

Half-width position. Only push the front of the shelf backward.

Tilted position. Turn the shelf upward until it touches the back of the freezer compartment.

To remove the shelf, place it in the half-width position and push the back of the shelf upward until it is 
released.
FRESH CONTROL COMPARTMENT (depending on the model)
This sliding compartment stays colder than the rest of the refrigerator compartment to keep daily foods 
fresh longer. It can also chill beverages more quickly. It is proper for keeping dairy products, cold cuts, 
sausage and meat.
If necessary to remove the extra-cold compartment for cleaning, pull it frontward to the stop.
Keep the locks pressed as in the picture, and pull the shelf until it is released.

It is not advisable to remove the tilting front lid of extra cold compartment.
EXTRA SHELF (depending on the model)
Your refrigerator is provided with an extra plastic shelf located under the extra cold compartment. It’s 
ideal to store bottles.

To use it, pull it frontward to the position indicated in the pictures.

When not in use, just pull it upward and then push it backward.

To remove the shelf, just slide the side locks as in the picture, and pull it toward you.

After replacing the extra shelf, slide the side locks in its original position.
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SLIDING GLASS SHELVES (depending on the model)
Your refrigerator is provided with sliding glass shelves which make it easier for you to access foods stored 
at the shelves or at lower shelves.

The shelves are made of highly resistant hardened glass.

The edges of the shelves prevent split liquids from going to other compartments.
Changing the position of shelves:
Your refrigerator allows you to change the position of shelves according to your needs.

To remove the shelf, pull it forward to the stop.

Keep the lock pressed down as shown in the picture detail, and pull the shelf frontward until it is 
released. The locks can be pressed separately.

Pull the pins outward to remove the rails.

Remove the rails as in the picture and place them where you wish.

To place the rails observe the inscrition “ ” written on the rail.

After that, place the shelf on them.
EXTRA DRAWER (depending on the model)
Your refrigerator is provided with an extra drawer which can be used to store all kinds of foods allowing 
better use of the product internal room.

The front part of the extra drawer tilts which provides greater access to food. After opening the drawer, 
move the lid downward.

The extra drawer is provided with a humidity control to keep foods longer. Refer to “Vegetables 
Drawer” (Humidity Control).
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BOTTLES SHELF COOLER (depending on the model)
This cooler directs the cold air to the bottles shelf, speeding up the chilling of beverages and liquids.
If necessary to remove the bottles cooler for cleaning, do it as follows:

Slide the side locks and keep them pressed as in the picture. Pull the bottles shelf cooler frontward.
IMPORTANT:

In case the bottles shelf cooler is not properly fit in place, the cold air may go to the extra drawer and 
to the vegetables drawer which may spoil foods there stored.
VEGETABLES DRAWER (depending on the model)
Foods such as fruit and vegetables dehydrate when stored in direct contact with cold and dry air. 
The vegetables drawer keeps the temperature and humidity adequate for storage of fruits and vegetables, 
preserving their natural characteristics. The metallic rails of the vegetables drawer provide smooth and 
safe opening and closing of the drawer. To organize foods to your convenience, use the vegetables 
separator available in your refrigerator.
Humidity control:

The vegetables drawer is provided with a humidity control that allows you to control the necessary 
amount of air that goes into the drawer.

We recommend to keep the control closed to preserve leafy vegetables and open to preserve fruit.
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FREEZER COMPARTMENT
After switching on the appliance, the freezer compartment takes approximately 3 hours to reach a suitable 
temperature for frozen food storage.
The freezer compartment, marked with the symbol  , is used for storing frozen food and freezing 
fresh or cooked food. It can also be used for making ice cubes. The inner door of the freezer is especially 
suitable for storing ice cream or frozen food with a short storage time.
The maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in a 24 hour period, at an ambient temperature of 
25°C, is stated on the rating plate, inside the refrigerator compartment.
For more efficient freezing, press the menu
 button and pre-freeze by pressing the fast freeze   button.
After 24 hours place the food to be frozen in the freezer compartment.
To adjust the temperature, follow the instructions in chapters “Control panel description” and “Guide to 
selecting functions”.
The freezer compartment is provided with a sliding drawer which makes it easier for you to store food.
ICE CUBES
Your appliance has an ice maker for making ice cubes quickly and easily.
Important:

Make sure there is no ice in the trays before refilling the feeder.

Ice tray feeder and ice bin can be removed and food can be stored in their place.
Note: 

In the event of a power failure, the freezer compartment maintains the correct storage temperature for 
about 13/14 hours.

Do not open the freezer compartment door during a power failure.
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GUIDE TO STORAGE AND THAWING OF FOOD
PREPARING FRESH FOOD FOR FREEZING
It is important to wrap food so that no water, moisture, or vapour may penetrate; this avoids the transfer 
of odours and flavours throughout the refrigerator and allows better storage of frozen food. Use plastic 
containers with tight fitting lids, aluminium trays, aluminium foil, cling film and waterproof plastic 
wrappings.
Important:

When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and transport the products in a thermally 
insulated cool bag. 

Place the items in the freezer compartment as soon as you get home. 

Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum. 

Respect the best-before date on the package. 

Always observe the storage information on the package.
SEALING
When sealing food in bags, squeeze out the air first. 
Place labels on the inside of clear freezer bags; use self-adhesive labels on the outside of opaque ones.
Seal the top of the bag with a fastener.
DEFROSTING
Here are some helpful tips.
Raw vegetables
: do not thaw, put straight into boiling water and cook as usual.
Meat
 (large cuts): thaw in the refrigerator compartment without unwrapping. Before cooking, leave at 
room temperature for a couple of hours.
Meat
 (small cuts): thaw at room temperature or cook from frozen.
Fish
: thaw in the refrigerator compartment without unwrapping or cook before fully thawed.
In the event of a power failure, the freezer compartment maintains the appropriate storage temperature 
for approximately 12 hours; during this time, we suggest you leave the door of the compartment closed. 
Do not refreeze partially thawed food.
Previously cooked food
: reheat in the oven without removing it from its aluminium container.
Fruit
: thaw in the refrigerator compartment
NOTE
: Never place warm food in the freezer, instead allow it to cool at room temperature for 30 
minutes, then wrap it and place in the freezer. Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy and 
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FOOD STORAGE CHART 
Storage time will vary according to the quality of the food, the type of packaging or wrap used (moisture and 
vapour proof), and the storage temperature (which should be -18°C).
FOODSTUFF AND STORAGE TIME  DAIRY PRODUCTS
PASTRY AND BREAD
Fruit
Concentrated fruit juice 12 months
Fruit (in general) 8 to 12 months
Citrus fruit and fresh fruit 
juice4 to 6 months 
Vegetables
Commercially frozen  8 months
Home frozen 8 to 12 months
Meat
Sausages 4 weeks or less
Hamburgers1 month
Beef, veal, lamb 2 to 3 months
Roasts
Beef6 to 12 months
Lamb and veal 6 to 12 months
Pork  4 to 8 months
Fresh sausages1 to 2 months
Steaks and chops
Beef 8 to 12 months
Lamb, veal, pork2 to 4 months
Fish
Cod, flounder, sole 6 months
Salmon2 to 3 months
Mackerel, perch 2 to 3 months
Dressed fish (purchased) 3 months
Clams, oysters3 to 4 months
Boiled fish, crabs 3 to 4 months
Raw prawns12 months
Poultry
Chicken or turkey (whole or 
parts)12 months
Duck and goose 6 months
Offal 2 to 3 months 
Poultry cooked in a sauce 6 months 
Sliced meat (no sauce) 1 month
Stews
Meat, poultry, and fish  2 to 3 months 
Butter6 to 9 months
Margarine 12 months 
Cheese
Camembert, mozzarella, 
spreading cheese 3 months 
Cream cheeses  do not freeze
Brie, Emmenthal, Swiss 
cheese, etc.
(freezing may affect cheese 
texture)6 to 8 months 
Ice cream, fruit juices, milk12 months 
Eggs
(Add sugar or salt to yolks or 
whole beaten eggs)
Whole (beaten), whites, yolks12 months
Leavened bread and rolls3 months
Unbaked bread 1 month
Croissants 3 months
Cakes (not iced) 2 to 4 months 
Cakes (iced) and biscuits 6 to 12 months
Fruit pies 12 months 
Biscuit pastry3 months
Pie pastry  4 to 6 months
 
						

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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
VACATION
Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug the appliance from the mains or disconnect the 
electrical power supply.
Periodically clean the refrigerator and freezer compartments with a sponge dampened in a solution of 
lukewarm water and special detergent for refrigerator interiors. Rinse and dry. Never use abrasive 
detergents. Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or 
explosion.

Clean with a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive products, scourers, stain-removers (e.g. acetone, trichloroethylene) or vinegar.
Dry with a soft cloth.

Both refrigerator and freezer compartments are provided with an automatic defrosting function (no 
frost system).

Do not use steam cleaners.

Regularly clean the condenser (air vents at the rear of the appliance) with a vacuum cleaner or a brush.

Ensure the seals are always perfectly clean.
Short vacation
There is no need to disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply if you will be away for less than 
three weeks. Use up perishable food, freeze other food. Use the “Vacation” function (depending on the 
model).
Long vacation
Remove all the food if you are going away for three weeks or more. Unplug the refrigerator and clean it, 
rinse and dry.
Fix some wooden or plastic wedges to the upper part of both doors with adhesive tape and leave the 
doors open enough for air to circulate inside both compartments. This will prevent odour and mould 
from setting in.
Moving

Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and fix them together with adhesive tape so that they 
do not bang together or get lost.

Close and fix both doors with adhesive tape and, again using adhesive tape, fix the power cable to the 
appliance.
Power failure
In the event of a power failure, call the local office of your Electricity Company and ask how long it is going 
to last.
1.
For power failures lasting up to 24 hours, keep both doors of the appliance closed
. This will allow 
the stored food to stay cold as long as possible.
2.
Should the power failure last more than 24 hours, remove all frozen food and put it in a portable 
freezer with a key lock. If this type of freezer is not available and, likewise, no artificial ice packs are 
available, try to use up the food which is more easily perishable.
3.
Bear in mind that a full freezer compartment will stay cold longer than a partially filled one.
4.
Empty the ice bucket.
Furthermore, a freezer full of frozen meat will stay cold longer than a freezer filled with pre-cooked 
food. 
If ice crystals are still visible on the food, it may be frozen again, although flavour and aroma may be 
affected. If food is found to be in a poor condition, it is best to throw it away.
 
						

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE / AFTER-SALES 
SERVICE
Some noises are normal when the appliance is operating
Before contacting After-sales Service....
Performance problems often result from simple things you can find and solve yourself without tools of 
any kind.
The appliance is not working

Is the power cord in perfect condition?

Have you checked your home’s fuses?
Water collects at the bottom of the refrigerator compartment:

Is the defrost water drain blocked?
If there is water in the defrost pan:

This is normal in hot, damp weather. The pan can even be half full. Make sure the refrigerator is level 
so that the water does not overflow.
If the edges of the refrigerator cabinet, which come in contact with the door seal, are warm to 
the touch:

This is normal in hot weather and when the compressor is running.
If the light does not work:

Have you checked your home’s fuses?

Is the power plug plugged into a live socket with the proper voltage?

Has the light bulb burnt out?
In the case of burnt-out bulbs:

Always unplug the appliance from the mains.

See the “Troubleshooting guide/After-sales Service” chapter.
If the motor seems to run too much:

Is the condenser free of dust and fluff?

Are the doors properly closed?

Are the door seals properly fitted?

On hot days or if the room is warm, the motor naturally runs longer.
The appliance is excessively noisy:

Is the appliance in contact with other furniture or objects?

Are the pipes at the back touching or vibrating?
If the appliance door has been left open for a while or if large amounts of food have been stored, the 
motor will run longer in order to cool down the interior of the appliance.